Markfield Institute

Start date

Sep 23, 2024

Sep 29, 2025

Typical offer

GCSEs or equivalent

Duration

Two years (Online)

Fee

UK: £

3000

Overview

This course is designed for students who wish to study Islam through a structured programme to an advanced level covering the key Islamic sciences.

This two-year intensive course is designed for those who want to study Islam in a structured manner to an advanced level covering the key subjects of the Alamiyya programme including classical Arabic. In addition, it covers contemporary content developed in the study of Islam.

Course structure

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<course-name>Classical Arabic<course-name>

The module offers an introductory study of the Arabic language through the study of classical Arabic texts, which are essential sources in Islamic studies. It focuses on developing students' reading, writing, and understanding of classical Arabic. It will also develop students' understanding of grammatical rules, morphology, and the numerical system. Please note that the prerequisite to take this module is that students should be able to read the Qur’an in Arabic.
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<course-name>Introduction to the Quran and its Sciences<course-name>
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This module examines the science of the Qur’an(Ulumal-Quran), including its revelation (asbab an-nuzul) and collection, Meccan and Medinan chapters and organisation, the history of the text, thematic theological issues, knowledge of the various forms (ahruf) it was revealed in, its abrogated rulings and verses (nasikh wal-mansukh), the various classifications of its verses (muhkam and mutashabih, ‘am and khas, mutlaq and muqqayad, etc.) and the knowledge of its interpretation (tafsir).

‍<course-name>Introduction to Hadith and its Sciences<course-name>

The module examines the science of hadith, which deals with collecting, recording, categorizing, and classifying hadith over time. Students will study the principles of hadith classification and terminology, the types of chains of transmission, the types of acceptable narrations, and the types of rejected narrations.

<course-name>Introduction to Islamic Jurisprudence<course-name>
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The module explores the primary sources of Muslim law and its historical development during the time of the Prophet Muhammad and the first three generations after him. Students will study the history behind the formation of the legal schools and their impact on the development of Islamic jurisprudence and law. The module also provides an overview of the principles of Islamic jurisprudence.

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<course-name>Life of the Prophet (Sirah)<course-name>
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The module examines the methodologies for studying the life of the Prophet Muhammad (Sirah).Students will be introduced to the key biographers of the Prophet and their perspectives on the Prophet’s life. They will develop knowledge and understanding of Sirah, its significance to Muslims, how the Prophet’s life was documented and analyzed, and the historical and cultural conditions which played a role in shaping the thoughts of scholars writing and studying Sirah.

The course covers traditional and contemporary content developed in the study of Islam. Delivered in a higher education environment, it aims to develop a critical understanding of the topics from a range of perspectives.

Contact hours

Contact hours or guided learning hours are the number of hours a student will be taught and/or supported by their tutors during their studies. This includes direct teaching, guidance or supervision time. In addition, students are expected to spend additional time to attempt tutor set tasks and reading, completing their assessments, as well as independent study to learn the material covered in order to complete the qualification.

Each module is worth a certain number of credits. Each credit is estimated to be 10 hours of learning. For example, a 20-credit module requires 200 hours of learning, and this will include scheduled contact hours with your tutor(four hours/week online and/or in-person class attendance, and 48 hours over a 12 weeks semester). The remaining time is for the student to engage in tutor guided reading and tasks set for them, and also completing assessments.

The modules will be delivered by blended learning, which employs multiple methods to deliver learning by combining face-to-face interactions with online activities. Face-to-face interactions include lectures, seminars/tutorials, student presentations, and one-to-one support. In addition, students will be expected to engage in independent study to prepare for weekly classes, formative assessments, and coursework for each module..

Teaching staff

Students will be taught by a highly qualified, enthusiastic team of academics with wide-ranging research interests. Their research is used in lectures and seminars so you learn about the latest issues impacting the subject area.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be 18 years or over and possess GCSEs (level4/grade C pass in English) or equivalent, and basic knowledge of Islam is required.

Applicants should be able to read Qura'n.

Applicants who have completed the Alimiyyah course can apply for the Assessment Only Route.

Fees and funding

UK and EU

3000

Full-time course per annum. Studying at the Markfield campus.

International

Full-time course per annum. Studying at the Markfield campus.

What's included? The fees includes registration, tuition, examination/assessment marking and graduation. It excludes: study materials, re-examination, residential accommodation, meals, travel, graduation robes and photographs. Please also note that the tuition fees above are for ONE YEAR of study, and therefore, those on undergraduate programmes that are more than one year, will need to pay the above tuition fees for each year of study.

Fees and financial support information

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Career paths

On successfully completing this course, you can progress on to a BA Honours Degree in your preferred subject specialism (e.g., Education, Pastoral Care etc.) at the Markfield Institute of Higher Education. Furthermore this course may also beneficial for students taking their first steps into employment in public or private sector, or for those already in employment and seeking career development opportunities.

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How to apply

All prospective students must complete an online application form on this website. To gain a place at the Markfield Institute, you must meet our general entry requirements and the specific entry requirements of your chosen course.

The Admissions Team will review your application and decide whether your application should receive an offer. Specific entrance requirements for individual courses can be found on individual course pages on this website.

After considering an application and associated documents, MIHE will email the candidate about the outcome of his/her application. Successful candidates will be sent an offer letter by email informing them about fees and the level and exact title of the course. Unsuccessful candidates will be informed by email.

If you have difficulty in completing the online application form for any reason, please get in touch with admissions@mihe.ac.uk

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