POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH PROGRAMS

• Master of Islamic Studies (MIS)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Islamic Studies)
• Graduate Diploma in Arts (Islamic Studies)
• Graduate Certificate in Arts (Islamic Studies)

The Master of Islamic Studies (MIS) degree at the University of Melbourne offers a multidisciplinary approach in areas such as Islamic law, theology, politics, conflict resolution, education and global media. It also provides access to a diverse range of elective studies, as well as a vibrant NCEIS public events program, including an international Islamic studies conference held each year.

The MIS is a two year full-time (or equivalent part-time) coursework masters degree with an optional minor thesis component in the second year. The degree explores: methodological issues in several key areas of Islamic studies: major trends of contemporary Islamic thought and the social, political, and historical context within wihch this thought is shaped; contemporary attempts at reform; and key issues that arise in interdisciplinary Islamic studies research.

The MIS degree is designed to benefit graduates working, or aspiring to work, in fields where an understanding of Islam and Islamic cultures offers a career advangage, including: international diplomacy and trade, media, health sciences, translation, immigration, public policy, community development and education.

Students choosing to complete their studies after one year (full-time) may be eligible fo rhte Postgraduate Diploma in Islamic Studies award. Those choosing to complete the full MIS degree, including the minor thesis component, may have the option to pursue research higher degree studies in Islamic studies.

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See also 'Master of Islamic Studies'

POSTGRADUTE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
• Master of Arts by Research (MA)

The Centre's strategic links with government, leading institutions and professional networks will provide you with access to Australia's foremost Islamic studies scholars and exciting research projects.

Our funding and community links will enable you to engage with well-resourced research projects in a diverse range of areas relating to Muslim societies, including modern contemporary Islamic thought, philosophy, politics, literature and gender.

You will enjoy access to fieldwork and conference attendance opportunities, both nationally and internationally. You may also have the opportunity to publish original works in academic journals and to present your research at postgraduate seminars. A research higher degree program in Islamic studies will equip you with valuable academic networks, and the skills and scholarship needed for professional engagement in international forums.

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Testimonial

"As an Australian-born Muslim, I am interested in how Islam and Islamic law is understood and practised by Muslims in contemporary times, particularly in Western countries.

I have been supported financially by the University to undertake fieldwork; to meet and interview Muslims regarding aspects of Islamic divorce in Australia and Britain. I have also met and interviewed prominent public figures such as Professor Tariq Ramadan, Professor Tim Winter and Lord Nazir Ahmed of Britian's House of Lords.

The expertise of the academic staff at the Centre, and the support they have given me, have been invaluable in guiding me in my research."

Anisa Buckley, PhD student (Islamic Studies)

National Centre of Excellence for Islamic Studies

Asia Insititute, University of Melbourne