موقع حكومي رسمي تابع لحكومة المملكة العربية السعودية

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Master in Islamic Studies Major: ( Islamic Creed )

The program aims to prepare specialists with distinguished competence in the field of Islamic creed, sects, religions, and intellectual doctrines, enriching scientific research to serve both local and global communities.

About The Academic Program

Nature and Goals of the Program

Theoretical + Thesis

Career opportunities

1. Academic work in public and private universities. 2. Work in the field of Sharia consultation in governmental and private institutions. 3. Work in local and global educational institutions in the field of Islamic creed, religions, sects, and intellectual doctrines. 4. Work in research centers and develop research studies in the field of creed, religions, sects, and intellectual doctrines.

Program Information

College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department of Islamic Studies
Major Islamic Studies
Academic degree Master in Islamic Studies Major: ( Islamic Creed )
Language of instruction Arabic
Duration 2.5 Years

Program Details

  1. Enabling distinguished undergraduate students to pursue their higher studies and prepare specialists from around the world to actively participate in caring for and spreading the correct Islamic creed
  2. Preparing graduates proficient in scientific research skills in Islamic creed, sects, religions, and intellectual doctrines.
  3. Enriching libraries with deep, specialized research in creed, sects, religions, intellectual doctrines, and contemporary issues
  4. Supporting educational, religious, and social institutions with graduates who are scientifically qualified to address contemporary creed issues, discuss intellectual doctrines and religions, and deal with them with sound belief.
  1. K1 — By the end of the program, students will be able to define creed terms.
  2. K2 — By the end of the program, students will be able to explain the methodology of the Salaf in establishing creed issues.
  3. K3 — By the end of the program, students will be able to identify the causes of creed deviations
  4. K4 — By the end of the program, students will be able to explain the scientific research principles for writing theses in the field of creed, religions, and sects.
  5. S1 — By the end of the program, students will be able to apply scientific research methods and creed documentation techniques in creed sciences and their fields.
  6. S2 — By the end of the program, students will be able to refute intellectual suspicions analytically and critically.
  7. S2 — By the end of the program, students will be able to refute intellectual suspicions analytically and critically.
  8. S4 — By the end of the program, students will be able to discuss manifestations of creed and methodological deviations among sects and ways to correct and address them.
  9. C1: By the end of the program, students will be able to take responsibility for self-learning and time management.
  10. C2 — By the end of the program, students will be able to commit to scientific and research development.
  11. C3 — By the end of the program, students will be able to use computing devices in preparing research and communicating with
  1. Comprehensive and deep understanding of theories and research in the field of creed.
  2. Proficiency in advanced research methods and inquiry techniques in the field of creed, with the ability to use and apply them independently.
  3. Ability to derive research results, analyze, and propose solutions to creed issues and contemporary challenges.
  4. Ability to communicate advanced research results through peer-reviewed publications to academic and other societal circles.
  5. Self-reliance in addressing and solving expected problems, collaborating with others, and taking on leadership roles when needed in group settings.
  6. Commitment to ethical values in dealing with complex issues.
  7. Acting in ways consistent with Islamic values and beliefs, reflecting high levels of sincerity, responsibility, and commitment to serving the community.
  8. Responsibility for independent self-learning.
Levels Course Code Course Title Credit Pre-Requisite
Level One ISLS 840 The Unity of Allah’s Lordship &Worship 4 —
Level One ISLS 841 Predestination 2 —
Level One ISLS 842 Concepts of Faith 4 —
Level One ISLS 843 Sects 4 —
Level One ISLS 890 Research Methodology 2 —
Level Two ISLS 844 The Unity of Allah's Names & Attributes 4 —
Level Two ISLS 845 Day of Judgment 2 —
Level Two ISLS 846 Companions and Imamate 2 —
Level Two ISLS 847 Religions 3 —
Level Two ISLS 848 Intellectual Doctrines 3 —
Level Two ISLS 849 Features of Sunni Islam 2 —
Level Three ISLS 800 thesis 8 —

University Compulsory Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 070 Ethics and Islamic Values 2
GNR 071 Islamic Banking and Economics 2
GNR 072 Community Building in Islam 2
ENG 101 English Language (1) 3
ENG 102 English Language (2) 3

University Elective Requirements

Course Code Course Title Credit
GNR 020 Communication Skills 2
GNR 021 Creative Writing 2
GNR 022 Writing Academic Reports 2
GNR 023 Emotional Intelligence Course 2
GNR 030 Basics of Entrepreneurship 2
GNR 031 Principles of Projects Management 2
GNR 032 Giftedness and Mental Superiority 2
GNR 033 Principles of E-Commerce 2
GNR 034 Financial Literacy 2
GNR 035 Leadership and Change Management 2
GNR 050 Health Awareness 2
GNR 051 Poetry and Prose in Arabic Literature 2
GNR 052 Well-Being and Quality of Life 2
GNR 053 Fitness and Sport Science 2
GNR 060 Sustainable Development 2
GNR 061 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 062 Lifelong Learning Skills 2
GNR 063 Sustainable Ecosystems 2
GNR 064 Global Citizenship 2
GNR 010 History of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its Pioneering Role 2
GNR 011 Community Building in Islam 2
GNR 012 Good Citizenship Values 2
GNR 013 Saudi Arts and Heritage 2
GNR 015 Studies in Saudi Literature 2
GNR 040 Computer Skills and Information Technology 2
GNR 041 Basics of Programming 2
GNR 042 Data Analysis and Management 2
GNR 046 Artificial Intelligence For Healthcare Disciplines 2
GNR 047 Artificial Intelligence For Scientific Discipines 2
GNR 048 Artificial Intelligence For Humanities Disciplines 2