Master of Islamic Studies

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Combining traditional Islamic sciences with contemporary discourse on religion and Islam, the Master of Islamic Studies from Charles Sturt University offers a uniquely balanced Islamic studies program for the current global context.

This Islamic studies degree develops your ability to analyse information relating to a broad range of Islamic matters.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

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    Key information

    Study mode and sessions

    Online
    Next session start: July 14, 2025
    Session 1 : March 3, 2025
    Online
    Session 2 : July 14, 2025
    Online
    Session 3 : November 17, 2025
    Online

    Duration

    Minimum time - 1.5 year(s)
    Maximum time - 4 year(s)

    Entry score

    TBA

    Indicative fees

    International online
    Fee paying overseas:

    Full-time - $23,760.00 pa
    Part-time - $11,880.00 pa

    Course points and codes

    Credit Points: 96
    AQF: Level 9
    Cricos:

    Additional information

      Applications close February 12

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      Why study with us?

      The Master of Islamic Studies provides grounded knowledge and research skills to develop your ability to analyse information in theological, legal, social, contemporary and spiritual aspects of Islam.

      Comprehensive program

      You'll gain knowledge in both traditional and contemporary Islamic studies. You'll have the opportunity to develop in-depth understanding in a number of Islamic disciplines through the extensive research opportunities offered in the course.

      Skills development

      This Islamic studies degree develops your independent research, analytical and communication skills, as well as your critical thinking in diverse theological and research methodologies focused on your research area.

      Flexible study options

      This course is available for part-time online study to complement your work and lifestyle commitments. You can also fast-track your studies by taking extra subjects in Session 3 (November to February). Optional weekly lectures are offered in Melbourne and Sydney at the Islamic Sciences and Research Academy of Australia (ISRA).

      Join our community

      The Centre for Islamic Sciences and Civilisation is a collaboration between Charles Sturt University and ISRA. Charles Sturt University's courses have been designed in collaboration with ISRA's advisory committee, which includes some of the most respected scholars from the Australian Muslim community.

      Career opportunities

      The Master of Islamic Studies builds the knowledge and skills you need to add value to any number of different professions, including medicine, nursing, policing, psychology and teaching. This degree will also enable you to pursue religious education teaching opportunities in schools, mosques, religious organisations and private Islamic teaching circles. This course can also provide a pathway to further postgraduate study, which would allow you to begin an academic career.

        What you will study

        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.

        Intensive school

        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.

        Core subjects32 Credit Points

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        • Intensive school
        • Workplace learning
        ISL500Islamic Worldview and Theology8 credit pts
        ISL512Methodology of Islamic Law (Usul al-Fiqh)8 credit pts
        ISL503Methodology of Qur'anic Exegesis (Usul al-Tafsir)8 credit pts
        ISL531Methodology of Prophetic Traditions (Usul al-Hadith)8 credit pts

        Restricted electives64 Credit Points

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        • Intensive school
        • Workplace learning
        Select six 8-point subjects from the following elective option lists and either ISL597 Guided Research, or an additional two 8-point electives. Students are encouraged to choose their subjects from two elective option lists and highly encouraged to select ISL597 Guided Research.
        ISL597Guided Research in Islamic Studies16 credit pts
        Advanced Islamic Sciences
        ISL501Applied Logic (Mantiq) and Critical Reasoning8 credit pts
        ISL514Islamic Family Law and Society8 credit pts
        ISL579Interpreting Islamic Sacred Texts8 credit pts
        ISL583Islamic Theology: Classical to Contemporary Thought8 credit pts
        Contemporary Islam and Muslims
        ISL553Women in Islam, Civilisations and Cultures8 credit pts
        ISL554Sociology of Islam8 credit pts
        ISL569Islamic Economy, Banking and Finance8 credit pts
        ISL573Islam in the Modern World8 credit pts
        Islamic History
        ISL481Philosophy of Prophet Muhammad's Life (Sirah)8 credit pts
        ISL483Islamic History: Caliphate Era8 credit pts
        ISL584Modern History of the Muslim World (WWI to Present)8 credit pts
        Islamic Spirituality and Human Behaviour
        ISL401Introduction to Islamic Psychology8 credit pts
        ISL470Essentials of Islamic Spirituality8 credit pts
        ISL572Virtue Ethics: Purification of the Heart8 credit pts
        For enrolment pattern please refer to the handbook.

        Graduation requirements

        As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

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        Entry requirements

        Selection rank:

        TBA

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        A Bachelor Degree (or AQF equivalent) in any discipline from a University or other tertiary education provider. 

        Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.  Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.

        Credit and pathways

        If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

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