Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings — study plan
Islamic University of Madinah Faculty of Aqeedah (Creed) and Da'wah
- Credit hours
- 48
- Levels
- 4
- Courses
- 22
- Degree
- master
The Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings study plan at Islamic University of Madinah is an accredited master programme spanning about 2 years (4 academic levels), requiring 48 credit hours across 22 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Year 1 - Semester 1 13 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| عقد 5000 | Aqeedah 1 | 3 |
| فرق 5101 | Introduction to the Study of Sects | 2 |
| عقد 5124 | Characteristics and Moderation of Ahl al-Sunnah | 2 |
| دين 5001 | Religions | 3 |
| دين 5002 | Intellectual Schools of Thought | 3 |
Year 1 - Semester 2 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| عقد 5002 | Aqeedah 2 | 3 |
| فرق 5102 | Research Methodology in Sects | 2 |
| فرق 5103 | Dialectics and Logic | 2 |
| فرق 5104 | The Kharijites | 2 |
| فرق 5105 | The Shia | 3 |
| دين 5005 | The Philosophers | 2 |
Year 2 - Semester 1 13 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| عقد 5003 | Aqeedah 3 | 3 |
| فرق 5207 | The Batiniyyah | 2 |
| فرق 5208 | The Scholastic Theologians (Mutakallimun) | 3 |
| فرق 5209 | The Sufis | 3 |
| فرق 5210 | Doctrines of Takfir and Irja | 2 |
Year 2 - Semester 2 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| عقد 5004 | Aqeedah 4 | 3 |
| فرق 5211 | Doctrines of Qadar and Determinism | 2 |
| فرق 5212 | Doctrines of Negation and Anthropomorphism | 2 |
| فرق 5213 | Islamic Groups and Movements | 4 |
| عقد 5005 | The Reformist Da'wah | 2 |
| فرق 5300 | Graduation Research | 8 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings
How many credit hours is Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings at Islamic University of Madinah?
Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings at Islamic University of Madinah requires completing 48 credit hours to graduate, spread across 22 courses.
How many years is Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings at Islamic University of Madinah?
The study plan for Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings spans about 2 years (4 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings award?
Master of Islamic Sects and Doctrinal Writings at Islamic University of Madinah awards a Master's degree after completing 48 credit hours.