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Full-time - $16,992.00 pa
Part-time - $8,496.00 pa
The Bachelor of Islamic Studies provides advanced knowledge of Islam, including theological, jurisprudential, historical, contemporary and spiritual aspects. Islamic sciences are studied from both a classical and contemporary perspective. You'll graduate with grounded knowledge in the various Islamic disciplines as well as a level of proficiency in Arabic.
You can pursue your Islamic studies degree online, full-time or part-time, to fit your study in with work, family or other commitments. You can also fast-track your degree by taking four subjects per session, including subjects in Session 3 (November to February), to finish in two years, instead of three.
Learn under dedicated academics with wide-ranging experience and research interests. The Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation is a collaboration between Charles Sturt University and the Islamic Sciences and Research Academy of Australia (ISRA). Charles Sturt University's courses have been designed in association with ISRA's advisory committee, which includes some of the most respected scholars from the Australian Muslim community.
When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in careers, such as:
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
| ISL100 | Islamic Worldview and Faith Essentials | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL110 | Fiqh (Islamic Law) of the Five Pillars | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL170 | Ihsan (Spirituality) Essentials | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL181 | Sirah (Life of Prophet Muhammad) | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL202 | Usul al-Din (Foundational Islamic Theology) | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL211 | Usul al-Fiqh (Methodology of Islamic Law) | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL230 | Usul al-Tafsir (Methodology of Qur'anic Exegesis) | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL232 | Usul al-Hadith (Methodology of Prophetic Traditions) | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL331 | Advanced Study of Tafsir (Qur'anic Exegesis) Literature | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL333 | Advanced Study of Hadith Literature | 8 credit pts |
| Select four (4) Arabic electives | ||||
| ISL141 | Arabic Language and Culture 1 | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL242 | Arabic Language and Culture 2 | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL243 | Arabic Language and Culture 3 | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL140 | The Arabic Script and its Sounds | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL261 | Beginner Arabic Language 1 | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL262 | Beginner Arabic Language 2 | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL263 | Intermediate Arabic Grammar 1 | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL364 | Intermediate Arabic Grammar 2 | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL365 | Advanced Arabic Grammar | 8 credit pts |
| Select six (6) Islamic electives | ||||
| ISL101 | Mantiq (Logic) and Critical Reasoning | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL151 | Islam in the Modern World | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL171 | Akhlaq (Morality) and Adab (Manners) in Islam | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL271 | Purification of the Heart | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL282 | History of Prophets: Adam to Jesus | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL313 | Islamic Family Law | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL353 | World Religions in Australia | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL355 | Women in Islam and Islamic Cultures | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL383 | Islamic History: Caliphate Era | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL401 | Introduction to Islamic Psychology | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL456 | Muslims in Australia: Past and Present | 8 credit pts | ||
| ISL484 | Modern History of Islamic Societies | 8 credit pts |
Select up to four (4) subjects from the Arabic or Islamic Studies electives
Select up to four (4) subjects from another another discipline with the approval of the Course Director.
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Minimum ATAR requirement (including adjustment factors)
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Successful completion of two university-level subjects (AQF level Associate Degree or higher) demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies
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A completed AQF Certificate III or higher level qualification
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50% completion of an AQF Diploma level qualification
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Successful completion of a Tertiary Preparation Course from an Australian University or an accredited provider demonstrating a reasonable prospect of success through the Grade Point Average (GPA) gained in these studies
OR
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR
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Work experience, within the same industry as the course profile, of no less than two years.
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By delving deep into Islamic studies, I discovered the power and skills to make introspective life choices as a Muslim. This newfound knowledge has given me a stronger sense of direction, guiding me into pursuing my passions and remaining true to my faith
