Doctor of Philosophy in Literature

The Doctor of Philosophy in Literature at the University of Nairobi is designed to equip graduates with advanced qualitative and quantitative research skills essential for academia and professional research. The program emphasizes the development of credible research tools, effective academic writing, and critical thinking. It consists of coursework in literary studies, methodologies, and theories, culminating in a thesis. Students can complete the program in a minimum of 18 months and a maximum of four years for full-time study, or up to five years for part-time study. The program offers flexible learning modes, including face-to-face, part-time, and distance learning, catering to the needs of diverse students, including those with full-time employment. Graduates are expected to produce original research that contributes novel insights to the field of literature.