This program is to exposure for research on contemporary issues in the discipline of Shariah.

The goal of the program is to produce graduates with advanced knowledge and skill in the field of Shariah who are able to critically evaluate, analyze, synthesize and conduct research.

This program outcomes is to meet current needs in the Sharia discipline especially in contemporary issues by focusing on holistic knowledge and balanced knowledge (ilm aqli and naqli).

Research outcomes can help graduates to contribute in their professions, industries and related disciplines.

• Master's Degree (Level 7, MQF) in the field of Islamic Studies or its equivalent as accepted by the HEP Senate.

• A Master's degree (Level 7, MQF) in other fields but not having a formal Islamic Studies qualification can be accepted on the condition of passing a qualification exam that confirms a sufficient level of background knowledge, the exam includes written and oral components (including interview).

• As the conditions above include;

• Must meet a minimum score (Test of English as a Foreign Language, TOEFL) of 5.0 or equivalent.

• Career prospects in professional fields such as academics or lecturers), as research officers in government and private institutions, officers/experts in Islamic financial institutions, religious institutions, judicial institutions and Industrial sectors such as banking and investment, corporate bodies, government whether inside or outside the country.

Estimated Total Fee

Malaysian Students (Full Time)

Malaysian Students (Part Time)

International Students (Full Time)

*including : registration, facilities & wellfare, study, examination, academic development & management (international students only) as well as graduation fee

Programme Structure

Graduation Requirements