Dr. Babere Kerata Chacha
Dean, School of Humanities and Development Studies
Message from the Dean
It gives me immense pleasure to welcome you to the School of Humanities and Development Studies. The school has a vibrant and dynamic community of faculty members dedicated to fostering intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and social responsibility skills among its current students and alumni. We offer a diverse range of programmes designed to inspire and nurture the next generation of leaders and problem solvers in the fields of Humanities and Development Studies.
We offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes designed to meet the diverse interests and career aspirations of our students. The School currently boasts of the highest number of postgraduate students who come from Kenya and beyond. Our programmes are carefully crafted to provide a comprehensive understanding of the social, cultural, economic, and political factors that shape human societies and development processes. All our programmes have been approved by the Commission for University Education.
The school has distinguished faculty members, scholars and practitioners who are actively engaged in cutting-edge research and scholarship. They bring a wealth of expertise and experience to the classroom, ensuring that the students receive high-quality education that is both intellectually rigorous and relevant to real-world challenges. In total, the School has 34 committed staff members.
Whether you are a prospective student, current student, alumni, or community partner, join us at the School of Humanities and Development Studies and embark on a journey of discovery, exploration, and transformation.
Our Mission
To cultivate a community of scholars who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, competences and ethical values necessary to address the complex challenges facing society today. Through rigorous academic programmes, research endeavours, and community engagement initiatives, we strive to empower our students to become catalysts for positive change in their communities and beyond.
Academic Departments & Programmes
The School of Humanities and Development Studies comprises two core academic departments that steer our extensive curriculum:
Department of Literary and Communication Studies (LITCOMs)
Available Academic Tracks:
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media
- Bachelor of Arts in Kiswahili and Communication Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in English and Communication Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Library and Information Studies
- Master of Arts in Communication and Media
- Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics
- Master of Arts in Literature
- Master of Arts in Kiswahili and Communication Studies
- PhD in Communication and Media
- PhD in Applied Linguistics
- PhD in Literature
- PhD in Kiswahili and Communication
Department of Social Studies
Available Academic Tracks:
- Bachelor of Arts in Community Development
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Security Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Bachelor of Arts in Peace and Conflict Studies
- Master of Arts in Community Development
- Master of Arts in History
- Master of Arts in Religion
- PhD in Community Development
- PhD in History
- PhD in Religion
Further Institutional Inquiries
Get in touch with the department administration office for admission details and program structures.