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Full time | Markfield Institute of Higher Education | 12 months | SEP

Study mode

Full time

Duration

12 months

Start date

SEP

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

Islamic Studies Education Studies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Overview

This programme engages students in a critical and in-depth examination of the historical, theological and philosophical aspects of both classical and modern Muslim educational thought and institutions.

Contemporary challenges for educators include the extent to which traditional models of Islamic education can be applied to contemporary contexts; evaluating perceptions of contemporary educational practice in the wider Muslim world; and developing comparative perspectives on faith-based education. A deeper and critical understanding of the theories and approaches to education from both conventional and classical Islamic approaches is vital for educators and institutions to respond to these challenges and develop effective education systems.

The programme offers a holistic approach to Islamic education that critically examines the challenges of cultural and religious diversity from an inclusive perspective. It combines analytical engagement with traditional Muslim educational thought and modern secular education.

The taught modules are delivered through a mode of blended learning, which combines traditional classroom (face-to-face) methods and guided independent study with online learning. Teaching and learning methods include lectures, tutorials, seminars, occasional workshops, peer group learning (such as delivering presentations to the class), study visits and independent study (as this provides the opportunity to develop students’ skills in research, interpretation and analysis).

The Course is offered on both a full-time (12 months, over three semesters) and part-time (24 months, over six semesters) basis.

Course structure

Postgraduate Certificate: Awarded on the basis of 60 credits which must include 45 credits from core modules.

Postgraduate Diploma: Awarded on the basis of 120 credits.

MA Degree: 180 credits (including the dissertation)

Career paths

The MA in Islamic Education aims to increase career opportunities for educators working in a faith-based context in education practice, policy or research. Graduates from this programme may proceed onto PhD research. They can also pursue careers that demand postgraduate skills in education such as in research, formal and informal educational settings, community leadership, policy analysis and education consultancy, international development, and which require multi-disciplinary understanding to address challenges in community, workplace and in the world.

Modules

Dissertation (60 Credits) - Core
Educational Studies: Religion, Pedagogy and Identity Formation (20 Credits) - Core
Islamic Education: Theory and Practice (20 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£6,000

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£8,500

Entry requirements

Candidates will normally need to have achieved an honours degree from a UK university or an overseas university agreed by NARIC as equivalent. Students may also enter with up to 80 Level 7 credits via the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).