Master of Islam in the Modern World (Advanced)

Study Area

Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Study Level

Postgraduate

University

The Australian National University

State

ACT

Course Detail

Campus

ACT

Intake Time

February & July

Standard Duration

2 years

About the Course

The Master of Islam in the Modern World (Advanced) will take you on a journey through the various dynamics and debates surrounding and influencing contemporary Islam. The degree covers the relationship between Islam and dynamics such as politics, culture, political economy, and international relations. It exposes you to the great debates on Islam, such as its compatibility with democracy, its views towards modern economic and development ideas, and its role as an ideological and political force on the world stage. It provides the option of undertaking a specialisation in Islamic Banking. The degree also gives you expertise on Islam in various parts of the world, with courses focusing on, or using case studies from, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Europe, and elsewhere.

Requirements

Average Score

GPA 6.0/7.0

IELTS

An overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0

Background Requirements

YES

The Australian National University

Institute Ranking

#31 in QS World University Rankings 2021, #1 in Australia

Program Ranking

#1 in Australia for Sociology, #9 in the world. *QS World University Rankings by Subject 2020