Master of Arts in Islamic Studies with concentration in General Islamic Studies

The Islamic University of Minnesota proudly offers the Master of Arts in Islamic Studies, designed for individuals with a deep commitment to advancing their knowledge of Islamic scholarship. This prestigious program provides an in-depth exploration of General Islamic Studies, aiming to cultivate a thorough understanding and specialized expertise in the essential aspects of the Islamic tradition.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be able to:

1: Gain a profound understanding of the core principles and contemporary issues in Islamic Studies.

2: Acquire specialized knowledge in General Islamic Studies.

3: Develop advanced research skills.

4: Enhance their ability to critically engage with Islamic theological, legal, historical, and cultural discourses.

Program Features

Flexible Study Format

Online/live sessions or

Self-Paced Study

Tuition and Fees

Monthly:$129

Quarterly :$486

Total:$5,160

Full-Time Completion

Time

3 Quarters per Year: ~

3.3 year

4 Quarters per Year:

2.5 year

Study Time Options

Full Time:4 courses per

quarter

Part Time:2 courses per

quarter

Instruction Medium

English or Arabic

Curriculum Details

Degree Completion Requirements

Total: 60 quarter credits
Core Courses: 20 credits
Electives:15 credits
Research Methodology course: 5 credits
Ph.D. Dissertation: 20 credits

Core Course

1: ISEC700 Advanced Studies in the Fundamentals of Aqeedah - 5 Credits

2: ISEC701 Study in the Foundations of Hadeeth - 5 Credits

3: ISEC702 Advanced Studies in Usul al-Fiqh (Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence) - 5 Credits

4: ISEC703 Methodologies of Qur'anic Exegesis - 5 Credits

Electives

The Fall Quarter

1: ISEH700 Al-Jarh wa al-Ta’dil (Declaring Unreliable and Improvement) - 5 Credits

2: ISEH701 Study in Ilal Al-Hadeeth - 5 Credits

3: ISEH702 Hadeeth Manners and Hadeeth Schools - 5 Credits

Research Methodology

1: ISEC704 Research Methodology - 5 Creditss

Ph.D. Dissertation

1: ISEC705 Ph.D. Dissertation - 20 Credits

Admission Requirements

1: Copy of Valid Passport or ID: Please provide a clear image of your valid passport or photo ID to verify your identity.

2: Personal Statement: A personal statement is required. This should outline your interest in the program, your career goals, and why you believe you would be a good fit for the program.

3: Most Recent College or University Diploma and Transcripts: Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree. Official transcripts must be submitted.

4: Application Form: Applicants must submit a fully completed application form through the university's online application system. It is essential that all sections of the form are thoroughly and accurately completed to ensure your application is properly considered.

5:Application Fee: The application fee for a master’s degree program is $50.

6: Additional Requirements for Applicants without an Academic Background in Islamic Studies: If your undergraduate or graduate degree does not include an academic background in Islamic Studies, you are required to fulfill the admission requirements for the graduate program by completing four undergraduate-level courses. These courses should cover foundational topics in Islamic Studies. You can complete these courses at your own pace, or if you already have sufficient knowledge of Islamic Studies, you can take exams for these courses.

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The Islamic University of Minnesota

5620 Smetana Dr, Suite# 300

Minnetonka, MN 55343

United States