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Master of Islamic Studies at Madina Institute NPC

Madina Institute NPC, South Africa

Programme overview

The Master of Islamic Studies is an accredited NQF level 9 degree carrying 180 credits (SAQA ID 119862). It examines the sources and origins of Islamic thought and practice, in particular the Qur'an and Sunnah and the life of the Prophet Muhammad and its contemporary significance. It takes a critical and analytical approach to the study of Islam and contemporary Muslim society.

Faculty: Faculty of Usul al Din  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Students concentrate on classical Islamic texts and choose from a wide range of optional modules for contextualising Islamic scholarship and analysing contemporary debates concerning Islam and Muslims. The degree includes training in translation of Islamic religious material and research using quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An honours BA or BSc degree, an appropriate postgraduate diploma, or a 480-credit bachelor's degree with at least 96 credits at NQF Level 8 in Islamic Studies or a related field.

The application fee is R250, payable with the application; the registration fee is R1000, payable at registration.

Apply through the official page: https://my-madina.web.app/master-islamic-studies

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