Islamic Studies

Degree: Master of Arts in Islamic Studies
Mode of Study: Full-time
Duration: 1 year
Start date: September, February
Language of instruction: English
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The one-year MA in Islamic Studies provides you with an introduction to the various theoretical and methodological approaches to historical and current forms of Islam. The focus of this programme is on ‘Islam and Society’, with special emphasis on the comparative study of Muslim society. It aims to respond to the growing demand for internationally oriented programmes that provide thorough training in the methodology of Islamic Studies.

The information about this programme is available in the following languages:

Programme

Both semesters, you will follow one compulsory course, one optional course, and the bi-weekly staff seminar. You are also expected to work on your MA thesis throughout the entire year.

For a description of the programme structure and the objectives, see the e-Prospectus under Information.
The e-Prospectus also offers the most up to date course overview.

Please note: For students starting in the spring semester (February), the exact sequence of the programme components may be different from the order for students starting in the fall semester (September). This has no consequences for the quality of the programme.