Master of Islamic Studies
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Overview
The Master of Islamic Studies is offered by the National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies and the Asia Institute. The program is based on a multidisciplinary approach to Islam and Muslim societies with special attention paid to contemporary issues. It explores trends in Islamic thought and the social, political and historical context within which ideas are shaped.
This program draws on a broad range of disciplines, including anthropology, cultural studies, history, Indonesian studies, philosophy, political science and classical studies. Students are encouraged to develop their own area of interest in Islamic studies and to engage in a broader range of subjects.
- Gain analytical skills and knowledge of Islamic civilisation, history, value systems and contemporary challenges.
- Develop a broad understanding of Islam internationally.
- Benefit from the research and expertise found in the National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies.
- Learn the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of Islamic perspectives on the social sciences such as education, economics, anthropology, politics and sociology.
- Take the option of completing a minor thesis.
The program is taught by staff from the National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies (NCEIS).
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Structure
The Master of Islamic Studies is available as a 200-point, 150-point and 100-point program and can be studied on a full-time or part-time basis. Minor thesis option available.
Subject details of MC-ISLMSTU (D27-AA) Master of Islamic Studies.
Career outcomes
The program is designed for those who work or aspire to work in fields requiring an understanding Islam and Islamic culture. Examples of such areas include foreign affairs, international trade and diplomacy, immigration, ethnic affairs, journalism/media, social work, health sciences, teaching, translation, public policy, community development and education. The program also offers a pathway to further research through the optional minor thesis component.
For more information, visit the Career Outcomes section of this site.
Student profiles
Cheryl Camp,
Master of Islamic Studies student
"A benefit of studying the Master of Islamic Studies has been the networking opportunities. The National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies hold many additional seminars, which add richness to your learning experience, and this is unique to The University of Melbourne. Tap into your passion, and if you love something, do it".