Universities with substantial Swahili programs (often including majors or minors):
* Universities in the United States: Several universities, including Yale, UCLA, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Northwestern University, and the University of California, Berkeley, offer Swahili courses, often as part of larger African Studies or linguistics programs. The availability and depth of these programs can change, so it's essential to check their current course catalogs.
* Universities in Europe: Universities in the UK (e.g., SOAS University of London, University of Oxford), Germany, France, and the Netherlands often have robust African studies departments that include Swahili instruction. Again, specific offerings vary.
* Universities in Africa: Universities in Swahili-speaking countries (Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, DRC, etc.) naturally offer extensive Swahili instruction, often as part of their general education curriculum. Examples would include the University of Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), the University of Nairobi (Kenya), and Makerere University (Uganda), but many more exist.
* Universities in Canada: Some universities in Canada, particularly those with strong African Studies programs, offer Swahili courses.
Finding more universities:
To find other universities teaching Swahili, I recommend the following:
1. Search university websites directly: Use search terms like "[University Name] Swahili course," "[University Name] African Studies," or "[University Name] linguistics Swahili."
2. Use university course catalog search engines: Many universities have online search tools that allow you to search for courses by subject.
3. Check online course databases: Websites like Coursera and edX may offer Swahili courses from various universities.
Remember to always check the specific university's website for the most up-to-date information on course offerings. The availability and intensity of Swahili instruction can fluctuate depending on faculty, student demand, and departmental priorities.