Overview

About the programme

The educational objectives of the Doctor of Philosophy in Islamic Thought and Civilisation (Research) programme at the International Islamic University of Malaysia is to produce graduates who can:

Provide students and society in general with advanced and detailed understanding of the increasingly complex situation in the world today where Islamic ideas play a highly significant role.
Pioneer opportunities and breakthroughs for specializations in major areas of Islamic Thought and Civilisation while being flexible and interdisciplinary in the areas of studies, according to individual and societal needs and interests.
Endeavour future intellectual efforts in higher education to contribute to Islamic civilisation through knowledge, science and scholarship.

Programme Structure

Courses in this PhD programme include:

Islamic Thought and Civilisation
Research Methods
Islamic Revivalism: Problems and Prospects
Islam in Malay History and Culture
Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00
Starting 2025-10-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2026-03-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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79

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Islamic Studies View 4 other PhDs in Islamic Studies in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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79

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant Bachelor's degree and Master's degree or equivalent from IIUM or any other accredited institution of higher learning
A suitable Research Proposal is required for Ph.D. applicants

Required documents:

1 passport sized photograph
A copy of your passport (detail page)
Academic certificates and transcripts (verified by Institution or Ministry)
Research Proposal (compulsory for those applying for PhD programmes by research only mode)
Financial statement or scholarship letter (if any)

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Tuition Fee

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International

15673 MYR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 47020 MYR for the full programme during 36 months.
National

5558 MYR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16675 MYR for the full programme during 36 months.

Living costs for Kuala Lumpur

2210 - 3815 MYR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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