Doctoral Degree Program
Doctor of Philosophy in Islamic Studies
The highest level of Islamic scholarship. Conduct groundbreaking research and contribute original knowledge to the global Islamic scholarly tradition.
- Duration
- 3–5 years
- Format
- Research-focused
Program Overview
Original research and expert mastery of Islamic disciplines.
The highest level of Islamic scholarship. Conduct groundbreaking research and contribute original knowledge to the global Islamic scholarly tradition.
Curriculum
A clear path to doctoral expertise.
6 courses | 250 pages. Emphasis on original scholarship.
Advanced graduate coursework covering Research Methodology, Islamic Pedagogy, and Contemporary Works on Islamic Law.
Comprehensive qualifying examinations assess mastery of the student's area of specialization.
Under faculty guidance, students develop and submit a formal dissertation proposal.
Students complete and submit an original dissertation (250 pages).
Your academic journey
Begin your PhD.
Take the definitive step in your scholarly journey with IUM.