Master’s Studies

Master’s in Islamic Studies

The Master’s program in Islamic Studies at the International Institute for Islamic Studies (IIIS) is designed to provide advanced academic training for seminary graduates who seek to deepen their knowledge of Islam in an international context. The program emphasizes both classical and contemporary approaches to Islamic thought, with a particular focus on addressing current issues faced by Muslim communities worldwide.

Program Structure and Duration

The program extends over a period of three years, followed by the preparation and defense of a Master’s dissertation. Courses are delivered entirely in English, and all assessments, works, and presentations are conducted in English as well.

Admission Requirements

Completion of Level 2 of the Islamic Seminary (Hawzah).

Demonstrated advanced proficiency in the English language.

Acceptance in the entrance interview.

Academic Objectives

The program seeks to:

Promote a deep understanding of Islamic studies

Equip students with the methodological tools to engage critically with contemporary issues.

Prepare graduates for academic research, interfaith dialogue, and educational activities in international contexts.

Graduates of this program are expected to contribute to the field of Islamic scholarship through research, teaching, and participation in scholarly and interfaith forums.

Master’s in Islamic Philosophy

The Master’s program in Islamic Philosophy at the International Institute for Islamic Studies (IIIS) offers a rigorous academic framework for seminary graduates interested in pursuing advanced studies in philosophical traditions within Islam. The program combines classical philosophical texts with contemporary debates, aiming to develop a critical and systematic understanding of Islamic intellectual heritage.

Program Structure and Duration

The duration of the program is three years, followed by the completion of a Master’s dissertation. All courses, evaluations, and works are conducted in English, ensuring students’ active engagement with the global academic community.

Admission Requirements

Completion of Level 2 of the Islamic Seminary (Hawzah).

Advanced proficiency in the English language.

Acceptance in the entrance interview.

Academic Objectives

The program is committed to:

Providing students with a thorough understanding of Islamic philosophical traditions, both historical and modern.

Cultivating analytical and critical thinking skills to address contemporary philosophical and theological questions.

Preparing specialists capable of engaging in academic research, teaching, and interfaith intellectual exchanges at an international level.

Graduates will be well-prepared to pursue scholarly research, publish in international academic forums, and contribute to philosophical dialogues from an Islamic perspective.