Kiswahili

Kiswahili Language Program | SITPS

Kiswahili Language Program

Certificate & Diploma Options · CEFR Levels A1–C2

  • 🕐 3 Months per Level (Certificate)
  • 🎓 Diploma (Full Program): 18–24 Months
  • 💰 $30 per Level (Certificate) | $180 Total (Diploma)

🔤 Level A1 – Beginner

  • Correct pronunciation of Kiswahili letters
  • Greetings and basic daily conversations
  • Introducing yourself and naming family members

🗣️ Level A2 – Elementary

  • Describing food, health, and basic needs
  • Telling time, schedules, and daily routines
  • Using Kiswahili in work and shopping environments

📚 Level B1 – Pre-Intermediate

  • Writing short letters and messages
  • Describing simple stories and life events
  • Engaging in regular conversations and asking questions

🧠 Level B2 – Intermediate

  • Debating issues and expressing personal opinions
  • Using idioms, proverbs, and expressions
  • Analyzing songs and radio/TV programs

📝 Level C1 – Upper Intermediate

  • Writing essays and formal reports in standard Kiswahili
  • Translating social and administrative texts
  • Delivering arguments fluently in public debates

🎓 Level C2 – Advanced

  • Writing academic documents and research reports
  • Translating and analyzing literary texts
  • Giving official speeches and professional presentations

📌 Placement Disclaimer

If you already speak Kiswahili, we will assess your level to place you in the most appropriate class.

🎓 Kiswahili Diploma – Advanced Curriculum

Semester 1

  • Foundations of Academic Kiswahili
  • Swahili culture and professional terminology

Semester 2

  • Policy writing in Kiswahili
  • Translation and interpretation in legal and political contexts

Semester 3

  • Media in Kiswahili: News, radio programs, interviews
  • Kiswahili in East African integration

Semester 4

  • Research project and formal presentation
  • Final exam and professional interview
Total Cost: $2,315