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Birmingham City University urged not to axe Black studies MA

Published Monday, May 11, 2026 · Updated May 12

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Birmingham City University is facing criticism from over 100 academics, writers, and activists globally for its plans to close an MA in Black studies and global justice. An open letter has been signed condemning the university's decision.

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  • More than 100 academics, writers and activists from around the world have signed an open letter condemning plans to close an MA in Black studies and global justice at Birmingham City University.

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  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    The Guardian frames the university's decision as part of a concerning trend of erasing Black studies and reinforcing Eurocentric knowledge in UK higher education, emphasizing the potential discriminatory impact on Black scholarship and staff.

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