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| Description | This program is designed for individuals looking to deepen their knowledge and expertise in Shariah. Candidates will be guided by experts in the field to conduct independent research and produce high-quality research in areas such as Islamic Constitution, Usul Fiqh, Islamic Finance, and International Islamic Law. Unlock your potential in Sharia studies and contribute to the field through rigorous, research-driven learning. Research areas include, but are not limited to, the following: Islamic Constitution (Fiqh Al-Dusturi Wal-Idari, As-Siyasah As-Syariah) Usul Fiqh (Al-Manahij Al-Usuliyah, Qiyas, Al-Furuq Al-Usuliyah) Islamic Finance (Al-Tamwil Al-Islamiy) Islamic Judiciary (Al-Qadha’) International Islamic Law (Qanun Duwali Al-Islamiy, Qanun Al-Alaqat) Philosophy and Objectives of Sharia in Criminal Law (Falsafah wa Al-Maqasid Syariah fi Jinayat) Zakat (Islamic Charity) |
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| Name of Institution | UNIVERSITI SAINS ISLAM MALAYSIA (USIM) |
| Qualification | Master's Degree |
| Course Duration | 36 months |
| NEC Field | Religion |
| Entry Requirements | A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.75/4.00, as accepted by the Senate; or A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50/4.00 but below 2.75/4.00, may be accepted subject to rigorous internal evaluation; or A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00/4.00 but below 2.50/4.00, may be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience AND rigorous internal evaluation. Candidates without qualifications in a related field or relevant work experience must complete prerequisite courses determined by the University and achieve the minimum CGPA based on (1) to (3) above; or Other qualifications equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with honors AND relevant professional work experience. Note: 1 year of work experience is equivalent to 0.05 CGPA. |
| English Requirement | A) Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English based on the following criteria: TOEFL with a minimum score of 180 (computer-based) or 64 (internet-based); or IELTS with a minimum score of Band 5; or MUET with a minimum score of Band 3; or Graduated from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction, AND required to take the University English Proficiency Test (UEPT) with a minimum score of Band 3; or Graduated in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), English Language Studies (ELS), or an equivalent field from a university recognized by the Senate; or Native English speaker. B) Applicants in the research mode who intend to write their thesis in Arabic must meet the following criteria: TOEFL with a minimum score of 150 (computer-based) or 52 (internet-based); or IELTS with a minimum score of Band 4; or MUET with a minimum score of Band 2; or UEPT with a minimum score of Band 2. Applicants who do not meet any of the criteria under (A) & (B) are allowed to register conditionally and must meet one of the criteria under A or B within 12 months (for Master’s students). |
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| Scholarship | No Scholarship Available |
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