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Masters Degrees in Islamic Studies
We have 42 Masters Degrees in Islamic Studies
Masters degrees in Islamic Studies examine the theory and practice of Islam, typically covering a broad range of subjects from history, law and finance through to politics and art. Related postgraduate specialisms include Christian-Muslim Relations, Islamic Finance & Accounting and Religions of Asia & Africa.
Why study a Masters in Islamic Studies?
## With over 1.8 billion followers, Islam is an important area of scholarly attention. Courses typically trace the development of Islam from its early beginnings in around 600 CE to its current position as the world’s fastest growing faith. Masters in Islamic Studies may take a broad, interdisciplinary approach to the religion: in addition to its theological underpinnings, you could study Islamic law and finance, political Islam and Islam’s influence on fields such as mathematics, astronomy and algebra. By completing a Masters in Islamic Studies, you’ll have a proven track record in intercultural understanding, a valuable trait in today’s globalised society. You might find work for an international organisation like the European Union or the United Nations, a non-governmental organisation or a media company. Alternatively, you’ll be well-equipped to pursue your research interests in further academic study.Religion MA
King’s College London
Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Attracting students from around the world, our MA in Religion offers students an outstanding range of teaching from internationally leading scholars. Read more
Islamic Studies MA
University of Exeter
Arab and Islamic Studies
Advanced study of Islam with leading scholars in the field A broad and flexible programme which you can tailor to your particular interests and conduct independent research You will investigate key issues and debates in Islamic studies and receive training in the methologies of Islamic studies research IAIS is one of the foremost academic departments in Middle East, Islamic Studies and Arabic. Read more
MA in Islamic Studies
George Washington University
Columbian College of Arts and Sciences
The MA degree in Islamic Studies offers an insider’s perspective of Islamic tradition as a religion, a civilization, a culture and a political force. Read more
Advanced Diploma in Islamic Studies
Al-Maktoum College of Higher Education
Masters courses
The Advanced Diploma in Islamic Studies is a unique programme is designed to develop your knowledge in the key areas of Islamic Studies The Advanced… Read more
Gender Studies (Middle East and Islamic World) MA
University of Exeter
Arab and Islamic Studies
Advanced and critical study of the theory and politics of gender in the Middle East and Islamicate world, with an emphasis on connecting the language of… Read more
Islamic Studies - MA
University of Birmingham
School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion
This programme offers a flexible framework within which you can develop knowledge and skills in Islamic Studies in historical and/or contemporary contexts. Amongst the strengths of the programme is the context of its delivery within the School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion. Read more
Middle East Studies MA
University of Exeter
Arab and Islamic Studies
Equips you with the skills, sources and tools to study the Middle East, North Africa and the Muslim world Introduces you to theorists whose work has underpinned… Read more
Middle East Studies MRes
University of Exeter
Arab and Islamic Studies
You’ll develop your research skills through in-depth study of the recent and social history of the Middle East Receive core training in social scientific… Read more
Graduate Certificate in Islamic Studies
George Washington University
Columbian College of Arts and Sciences
Just steps from the State Department and numerous other government agencies, nonprofits and NGOs, the Graduate Certificate in Islamic Studies provides valuable insight into the world of Islam - both Sunni and Shi'ite. Read more
Palestine Studies MA
University of Exeter
Arab and Islamic Studies
Equips you with the skills, sources and tools to study the Middle East, with a specific focus on Palestinian Studies A specialised, flexible programme… Read more
MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies (Classical Islamic History and Culture)
University of Cambridge
Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
The Classical Islamic History and Culture pathway is designed for highly motivated students who would like to develop their knowledge and understanding of the pre-modern Islamic world, together with the research skills necessary to carry out independent primary research work to a high academic standard through engagement with Arabic or Persian primary sources. Read more
MPhil in Asian and Middle Eastern Studies by Research (Middle Eastern Studies)
University of Cambridge
Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies
Graduates of the MPhil by Research will be able to work independently to design research projects and will have an in-depth knowledge of the primary sources and secondary literature in their chosen specialism. Read more
MA - Islamic Education: Theory and Practice
University of Warwick
Centre for Education Studies
Islamic Education: Theory and Practice MA facilitates a critical dialogue between Western and Islamic approaches to education and enables teachers and Muslim educators to become research-based reflective practitioners. Read more
Kurdish Studies MA
University of Exeter
Arab and Islamic Studies
A unique course which places the history, politics and culture of the Kurds and Kurdistan, so often left at the periphery, at the centre of critical focus… Read more
Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations MSc
University of Edinburgh
School of Divinity
This programme, housed within the School of Divinity, draws on the strengths of one of the most distinguished centres of religious and theological studies in the country. Read more