Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum Studies

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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN CURRICULUM STUDIES

Introducuction
This programme in theory and practice is based on cognitive and related views, problem solving and learning and the implications of these on language education for instruction, research and practice. The programme, therefore, takes cognizance of language theory and practice in the present and its future developments in Kenya and the world.

Objectives
1. Provide students with knowledge of the philosophy of language education and its application to solve human problems.
2. Prepare students to become experts in language education who can serve as curriculum developers for various levels of training in the area of applied linguistics.
3. Train personnel and researchers who can undertake educational research projects for educational institutions, and business enterprises.
4. Prepare policy formulators, analysts and advocates for language education.

First Year

First Semester

Code	Title	Units
CIM 901	Comparative educational technology	3
EDU 900	Educational research	3
CIM 930	Language study and language learning for ELT (English Language Teaching)	3
CIM 931	Teaching and learning in English language and Literature	3
CIM 938	Philosophy of Language Teacher Education	3

Second Semester

Code	Title	Units
CIM 905	Open Learning and Distance Education	3
CIM 933	Teacher Education for ELT	3
CIM 934	Syllabus design and Development for ELT	3
CIM 932	Methodology for ELT	3
EDU 998	Research Proposal	3

Grading Scale

Degree Classification

Degree are classified into first class honours, second class honours (upper division) second class honours (lower division) and pass.

The degree shall be graded as follows;

Class	Mark range in %	Grade
First Class	70-100	A
Second class honours (upper division)	60-69	B
Second class honours (lower division)	50-59	C
Pass	40-49	C

For the purpose of the degree classification, all marks in all years shall be considered unless otherwise approved by Senate.