Master of Arts in Islamic Studies
- Level
- Masters(MNQF Level 9)
- Duration
- 1 year(2 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time)
- Course Fee
- Course FeeMVR 33,990
SUMMARY
- previous Intake
- February Intake 2025
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time (Evening)) ,Gan (Full-Time (Evening))
previous Intake
Overview
The Master of Arts in Islamic Studies is an advanced academic program designed to provide students with a deep understanding of Islam, its history, philosophy, culture, and contemporary issues. This comprehensive course explores various aspects of Islamic studies, including theology, Quranic studies, Islamic law, Islamic civilization, and Muslim societies. It aims to equip students with critical thinking, research skills, and an understanding of Islam's diverse traditions and global impact.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) A related Bachelors Degree AND
- ii) If the Qualification is not in Arabic Medium, should attain Arabic language exam given by the Faculty
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 | SHA605 Research Methodology (Manahij al-Bahth) (CORE) | Research Methodology (Manahij al-Bahth) | Nil | 15 Research Methodology (Manahij al-Bahth) (CORE) (15) (15) | 3,720 3,720 |
ISL601 Methods of Exegetes (Manaahig al-mufassereen) (CORE) | Nil | 2,655 2,655 | |||
ISL603 Interpretation of Sunnah (Fiqh al-Sunnah) (CORE) | Nil | 2,655 2,655 | |||
ISL605 Studies in the Sunnah (Dhiraasaath fi al-Sunnah al-Nabawiyya) (CORE) | Nil | 2,655 2,655 | |||
| Semster Total | 60 | 11,685 11,685 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | SHA617 Objectives of Shari'ah (Maqasid al Shari'ah) (CORE) | Objectives of Shari'ah (Maqasid al Shari'ah) | Nil | 15 Objectives of Shari'ah (Maqasid al Shari'ah) (CORE) (15) (15) | 3,720 3,720 |
ISL607 Thematic Exegesis (al-Thafseer al-Maudoo'i) (CORE) | Nil | 2,655 2,655 | |||
ISL609 Techniques of Dawah (Wasaail al-Dhauwah) (CORE) | Nil | 2,655 2,655 | |||
ISL611 Contemporary Schools of Thought (Madaahib fikiriyaa Muaasaraa) (CORE) | Nil | 2,655 2,655 | |||
| Semster Total | 60 | 11,685 11,685 |
Semester 3
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | ISL613 Thesis (CORE) | Thesis | 60 Thesis (CORE) (60) (60) | 10,620 10,620 |
| Course Total | 180 CP | Total: 33,990 33,990 |
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.
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