The programme of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Kiswahili Studies seeks to strengthen the knowledge base of Kiswahili scholars, enabling them to undertake critical analysis of important Linguistics and Literary issues, to conduct and co-ordinate multi/inter-disciplinary research, and to disseminate information and data for sustainable use of the language.

The aim of the Department of Kiswahili syllabus for the degree of Bachelor of Education (Arts) is to create a strong theoretical, philosophical and practical foundation in the study and appreciation of Kiswahili.  It is tailor-made for teachers. The focus is on Kiswahili literature.  This covers prose, drama, poetry and oral literature as well as stylistics and theoretical issues. The syllabus also covers issues on Linguistics with particular emphasis on Kiswahili. Areas such as phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics are given prominence.