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General Diploma in Islamic Studies

This programme is designed for students interested in furthering their knowledge of Islamic thought with its balance, moderation and simplicity. In addition to exploring the multifarious nature of Islam's traditional heritage, you will be kept abreast of the latest developments in the field of Islamic Studies. You will become adept at relating ideas to the practicalities of life, enhancing your ability to interact with society, other religions, and cultures.

 Admission Requirements

 Please see General Admission Requirements for Graduate Programmes.

 Structure

 Total of nine courses (27 credit hours) including 5 core courses (15 credit hours) and 4 electives (12 credit hours)

 Course Details

 Core Courses:

•  Studies in Qura'n and Hadith
• History of Islamic Law and Jurisprudence
• Islamic Civilization and Institutions
• Methodologies of Islamic Thought and Academic Research
• Figh al-Ebadat

Elective Courses:

•  Comparative Religion
• Aqeedah and Ilm al-kalaam
• The Muslim World and the West
• Sufism
• Modern Islamic Thought
• Human Rights in Islam
• Fiqh al-Muamalat
• Principles of Fiqh and Objectives of Shari'ah