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MA-Equivalent Islamic Studies

Islamic Studies

The MA Equivalent in Islamic Studies Programme at the Islamic College is aimed at deepening the students’ overall understanding of Islam within historical and modern contexts while providing an opportunity to study the Quran, Hadith and other Islamic texts extensively. The course would also suit those students whose first degree is not in Islamic Studies and are seeking to broaden their understanding of Islam.

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MA-Equivalent Islamic Studies 

The Islamic College maintained an academic partnership with Middlesex University for a period of twenty-three years (from 2000 until 2023). Throughout this period, this postgraduate (MA) Programmes offered by the College was formally validated by Middlesex University. In effect, the academic quality and standards of the College’s current MA-Equivalent Programmes, structured on the Middlesex University’s standards, remains unchanged.

This new MA-Equivalent Programme is academically equivalent to a Master degree, classified as a Level 7 qualification on the Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) for England. This means the depth of study, intellectual demand, and volume of learning are comparable to a standard UK MA degree. This programme is designed for personal and professional development.

Please note: The final certificate is assessed, verified, and granted solely by The Islamic College. It is the College-certified qualification in Islamic Studies. The Islamic College is an independent institution and although is registered with the Office for Students (OfS) is not a UK degree-awarding body. Accordingly, this qualification is not a UK MA degree. Prospective students should confirm its recognition with employers, professional bodies, or further study providers before enrolling.

Upon completing this program, students will gain

  1. An In-Depth Analytical and Comparative Understanding of Key Exegetical Works and Qur’anic Sciences.
  2. A Thorough Understanding of Exegetical Methods, Approaches and Schools.
  3. A Profound Knowledge of Exegetical Principles and Terminology
  4. A Deep Familiarity with the Viewpoints of the Orientalists about the Qur’an and Exegesis
  5. An Ability to Engage in Research on the Qur’anic Perspectives on Specific Themes Such as God, Man and Creation, Prophethood, Revelation, Imamate and Eschatology.

MA Equivalent Islamic Studies Modules for Full-time and Part-time Students

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All Islamic College Students are encouraged to be active and independent learners and to acquire all the necessary skills through a variety of methods of learning such as lectures, seminars (led by staff and students), presentations, tutorials, private study, individual research, and so forth.

Each module within a course has different assessment weighting.

This programme was developed and is delivered and assessed by The Islamic College.

Course Info

programme code: MAEIS
Entry Requirement: The Programme is open to people of all faiths. Applicants should hold BA or BA Equivalent degree in Islamic Studies or related fields. Consideration is also given to other qualifications, including non-formal qualifications, on an individual basis. Mature students, with appropriate backgrounds, are also welcome to the course.
Duration of study: 1 year full time or 2 years part time.
Mode of study: Online
Fees 2025/26: £5700 (scholarships are available)
Financial Assistance:

Limited scholarship is available.

Please contact the College for more details.

Academic year: 2025-2026
Application deadline: 15th October 2025
Application procedure:

Application for this course is online, please click here for enrolment.

Contact programme department:

admissions@islamic-college.ac.uk

+44 (0) 208 451 9993 – +44 (0) 20 8438 1207

Learning methods

  • Learning methods

  • Tutorials

  • Class discussion & student

  • Presentations

  • Independent Reading

  • Essay Writing

  • dissertations

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MA Equivalent Islamic Studies Modules for Full-time and Part-time Students

Module Name Module Code Credits Module Type
Sources of Islamic Knowledge [Qur’an & Hadith] in Islamic studies MIN 401 30 Core
Methods and Perspectives in Islamic Studies MIN 403 30 Core
Islamic Theology MIN 402 30 Designated
Dissertation MIN 411 60 Core
Islamic Philosophy MIN 406 15 Designated
Authority in Shi’a Islam MIN 407 15 Designated
Classical Islamic History MIN 408 15 Designated
Islam and Modern Politics MIN 409 15 Designated
Islam and Modernity MIN 410 15 Designated
Islamic Mysticism MIN405 15 Designated
Human Rights and Islam MIN419 15 Designated
Islamic Finance and Banking MIN 420 30 Designated