University in Ghana
Ghana
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The College of Islamic Studies (CIS), Ghana, is a tertiary institution in Madina, Accra, dedicated to the advanced study of Islamic sciences, academic discipline, character formation and service to society. It was established in 2007 under the Ghana Islamic Society for Education and Reformation (GISER) and serves students from Ghana and the wider West African region, preparing graduates for education, Da'wah, research and community leadership.
CIS is a single-department college. Its Department of Islamic Studies, headed by Dr Tamimu Abdelwahab, offers two four-year (eight-semester) Bachelor of Arts programmes in Islamic Studies: the Da'wah (Islamic Call) option and the Tafseer (Qur'anic Exegesis and Science) option. Both combine core Islamic sciences (Qur'an studies, Hadith sciences, Fiqh, Islamic creed, Islamic civilisation and history) with Arabic language and grammar, English language and communication, educational psychology, ICT and digital skills, and African and Ghanaian studies. The Da'wah option adds ethics in Islam, Seerah, comparative religions, public speaking and teaching practice with community engagement; the Tafseer option adds Qur'anic sciences, analytical tafseer, exegesis of rulings verses, comparative exegesis, Rasm and research methods in Qur'anic studies.
CIS operates as a residential college: all students live in College accommodation under the College's residential rules. Student life combines academic study with Qur'anic and Islamic learning activities, academic seminars, student-led activities and community outreach, with support from student affairs, academic guidance and orientation.
CIS has had an academic affiliation with the International University of Africa (IUA), Khartoum, Sudan, since a Memorandum of Understanding signed on 25 June 2011, which provides for visiting professors, external examiners, academic and technical support and certification by IUA. The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) accredited the institution and both programmes for three years, from 1 June 2025 to 31 May 2028; the programme certificates name IUA as the qualification-awarding institution.
Admission is open to qualified applicants regardless of religion, gender, ethnic origin or nationality. International applicants with foreign qualifications must complete GTEC recognition and provide English-language evidence where required. A student sponsorship programme supports students with financial need.
Run through Salaam by G.I.S.E.R, the programme supports students whose financial circumstances might otherwise prevent them from continuing their studies. For 2026-2027 it covers 115 students (59 fully sponsored, 56 seeking sponsorship). Selection involves an application and financial-needs review, interview, supporting documents and recommendations.
Donors may also contribute to a pooled education sponsorship fund for students with demonstrated financial need. Sponsorship enquiries: [email protected], +233 24 413 6527. Sponsor a student page. Financial support through approved scholarship or sponsorship arrangements is subject to eligibility and available funding.
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View scholarships for College of Islamic Studies →Credit passes A1-C6 in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies, together with three relevant elective subjects.
Passes A-D in English Language, Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies, together with three relevant elective subjects.
Applicants must be at least 25 years old, provide acceptable proof of age and pass the CIS Mature Entrance Examination covering English, Mathematics and Islamic Studies.
Qualifications obtained outside Ghana must go through the GTEC recognition/equivalency process, with academic records, certified copies and certified translations where applicable. Where English-language proficiency must be shown, accepted evidence includes IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79 or another GTEC-recognised English-language qualification. Applicants are responsible for their own visa, residence permit and travel; CIS does not issue visas. International applicants email the completed application and supporting documents to [email protected] and should obtain written confirmation of accommodation before travelling.
Originals may be required for verification at registration. Successful applicants complete the prescribed CIS medical examination form, signed and stamped by a licensed medical practitioner, after the offer.
The 2026-2027 academic year commenced on 15 September 2026. Enquiries: [email protected]. Tuition and fees are payable under the schedule issued by the College and are subject to the CIS Refund Policy; the current schedule is obtained from the Accounts Office ([email protected]).
Madina, Accra. The College is based at Madina, Accra (P.O. Box MD 1245; GhanaPost GPS GM-033-3195) and teaches its Bachelor of Arts programmes in Islamic Studies (Da'wah and Tafseer options) there.
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