Course content

This course offers an introduction to the structure of the language and covers topics in the syntax, phonology, morphology and morphosyntax of Swahili. The course also offers a basic introduction to oral usage, translation and language comprehension. The course may be taken as a part of the bachelor's degree in African studies.

Learning outcome

KNOWLEDGE
The candidate:

- Has basic knowledge of Swahili phonetics and phonology.
- Has basic knowledge of Swahili morphology, its morphosyntax and syntax.
- Has basic knowledge of vocabulary and expressions in both written and spoken Swahili.

SKILLS
The candidate:

- Achieves essential mastery in the use of vocabulary for everyday conversation.
- Attains basic knowledge of grammatical rules of inflection, word structure and word order.
- Attains a good knowledge of sentence construction, translation and comprehension.
- Can compose simple texts and describe persons and events.
- Can engage in basic conversation in Swahili.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and practical exercises in oral and written skills.
More on assessment: Obligatory exercises have to be approved before students are allowed to take the written exam. The size of the essay must be between 150-200 words.

Compulsory assignments

• 1 exercise in grammar
• 1 exercise in language comprehension
• 1 translation
• 2 essay

Recommended previous knowledge

EXFAC0003 Language and Literature.

Credit reductions