PhD in Islamic Studies
The PhD in Islamic Studies program is designed to produce scholars capable of conducting extensive and original research on the formation of Islamic discourse and dynamics of Muslim societies, either in the classical or contemporary era, through interdisciplinary, multi-interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary perspectives. Graduates of the PhD in Islamic studies program are expected to have excellent substantive and theoretical knowledge of Islamic Studies and social sciences and demonstrate an excellent command of research skills required to produce independent and original research in the subject areas of their scholarly interests.
Vision
To become a leading and internationally recognized study program in the field of Islamic studies and Muslim communities through interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, and transdisciplinary approaches to address national and global challenges.
Mission
1. To provide internationally standardized education and teaching in Islamic studies and Muslim communities through interdisciplinary, multidisciplinary, and transdisciplinary approaches to create competent and globally competitive graduates.
2. To deliver high-quality education and teaching in Islamic studies and Muslim communities that meet international standards, with excellent, inclusive, and innovative approaches to produce competent and globally competitive graduates.
3. To develop outstanding research on the dynamics of Islam and Muslim communities that not only contributes to the advancement of knowledge but also offers solutions to national and global problems.
4. To build and strengthen international academic collaboration networks to support the study program’s efforts in achieving global reputation and recognition.
Expected Learning Outcomes
Upon program completion, students are expected to:
1. Produce doctoral graduates who are highly competent, innovative, and inclusive in the field of Islamic studies and Muslim communities.
2. Create creative, innovative, and relevant scholarly works that address needs at the national and global levels.
3. Establish national and international academic collaborations that benefit the development of the study program.
Course Structure
The PhD in Islamic Studies is a research-focused doctoral program that provides advanced theoretical, methodological, and interdisciplinary training in the study of Islam. It engages students deeply with foundational texts, diverse intellectual traditions, and the historical, social, and global contexts of Islamic thought and practice. The foundation and core courses equip students with critical frameworks and advanced research skills, while elective courses allow candidates to explore contemporary issues and apply innovative methodological approaches.
The program combines intensive seminars, research workshops, peer presentations, guided independent study, and digital learning to support scholarly development, including academic writing and publication. From the fourth semester, the focus shifts to original research through sustained fieldwork, culminating in a dissertation that makes an original contribution to Islamic Studies. Over eight semesters, students progress through foundation courses, methodological training, electives, publication, and dissertation work, ensuring both academic rigor and professional scholarly development.
During the program’s four-year course of study, students must complete a total of 51 credits, consisting of foundation courses, core courses, and elective courses.
Course
Semester I
| No | Code | Course | Type | Credit |
| 1 | UNI 301 | Wasatiyyatul Islam in a Globalized World | Foundation | 3 |
| 2 | ISL 302 | Methodology Clinics | Core | 5 |
| 3 | ISL 303 | Approaches and Methods in Islamic Studies | Core | 5 |
Semester II
| No | Code | Course | Type | Credit |
| 1 | ISL 301 | Diversity in Islamic Thoughts | Foundation | 5 |
| 2 | ISL 304 | Islam and Global Issues | Elective | 5 |
| 3 | ISL 305 | Classical Islam: Text, Context, and Discourse | Elective | 5 |
| 4 | ISL 306 | Islamic Digital Humanities | Elective | 5 |
| 5 | ISL 307 | Management of Religious Diversity | Elective | 5 |
| 6 | ISL 308 | Mobility and Mobilization in Muslim Societies | Elective | 5 |
| 7 | ISL 309 | Global Muslim Politics | Elective | 5 |
Semester III
| No | Code | Course | Type | Credit |
| 1 | ISL 310 | Article Publication in Reputable Journal | Core | 3 |
| 2 | ISL 316 | Dissertation Proposal Defense | Non-Credit | – |
Semester IV
| No | Code | Course | Type | Credit |
| 1 | ISL 315 | Research Field Work | Non-Credit | – |
Semester V
| No | Code | Course | Type | Credit |
| 1 | ISL 315 | Research Field Work | Non-Credit | – |
| 2 | ISL 311 | Dissertation – Work in Progress 1 | Core | 3 |
Semester VI
| No | Code | Course | Type | Credit |
| 1 | ISL 315 | Research Field Work | Non-Credit | – |
| 2 | ISL 312 | Dissertation – Work in Progress 2 | Core | 3 |
Semester VII
| No | Code | Course | Type | Credit |
| 1 | ISL 315 | Research Field Work | Non-Credit | – |
Semester VIII
| No | Code | Course | Type | Credit |
| 1 | ISL 313 | Dissertation Review and Defense | Credit | 19 |
