Advanced Certificate for Imaam and Khateeb
- Level
- Advanced Certificate(MNQF Level 4)
- Duration
- 1 year(2 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time)
SUMMARY
- previous Intake
- February Intake 2025
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time (Evening), Full-Time (Morning)) ,Thinadhoo (Full-Time (Evening)) ,Gan (Full-Time (Evening)) ,Hithadhoo (Full-Time (Evening))
previous Intake
Overview
Imaam and Khateeb is a specialized program designed to provide individuals with the knowledge, skills, and practical training necessary to serve as proficient religious leaders within the Islamic community. This comprehensive course focuses on equipping students with the foundational understanding of Islamic theology, Quranic teachings, leadership skills, and effective communication techniques required to fulfill the roles of an Imam (prayer leader) and Khateeb in mosques and Islamic centers.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) Successful completion of Lower Secondary Education (3 passes at O' Level /SSC )OR
- ii) Attainment of a Level 3 qualification OR
Alternative Entry
- i)18 years of age and 1 year experience AND Ability to communicate in language instruction
General Notes
- Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
- Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
- Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.
Semester 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | QUR101 Quruan I (AC) (CORE) | Quruan I (AC) | Nil | 12 Quruan I (AC) (CORE) (12) (12) | 696 696 |
ARA003 Arabic Language for Beginners I (CORE) | Nil | 696 696 | |||
ISL029 Principles of Islam (CORE) | Nil | 696 696 | |||
ISL031 Introduction to Islamic Studies (CORE) | Nil | 696 696 | |||
ISL037 Basic Fiqh (CORE) | Nil | 696 696 | |||
| Semster Total | 3,480 3,480 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | QUR103 Quruan II (AC) (CORE) | Quruan II (AC) | Nil | 12 Quruan II (AC) (CORE) (12) (12) | 696 696 |
ARA005 Arabic Language for Beginners II (CORE) | ARA003 | 696 696 | |||
ISL039 Janaza Rules I (CORE) | Nil | 696 696 | |||
ISL041 Introdcution to Khutba and Azan (CORE) | Nil | 696 696 | |||
ISL017 Exegesis and its Science (CORE) | Nil | 696 696 | |||
| Semster Total | 3,480 3,480 |
Total number of credits
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course Total | 120 | 6,960 6,960 |
Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.
While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.
Careers
Imaam Khatheeb Islamic Educator