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PhD program in Sunnah jurisprudence

Madinah, SA, Madinah, Saudi Arabia

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60 monthsProgramme duration

Theology, Divinity and Religious StudiesMain Subject Area

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Program Goals:

1. To prepare highly qualified scholars in the field of Prophetic Tradition and its related sciences, capable of contributing to and developing higher education.

2. To enrich specialized studies in the jurisprudence of the Sunnah and its sources through rigorous research and precise scholarly investigations.

3. To develop the personal and professional expertise necessary to lead research groups with high professionalism.

4. To benefit the global community by training competent specialists in Prophetic Tradition who can serve as authorities in this field within their societies.

5. To utilize modern technological tools and their applications in service of the discipline.

6. To cultivate individuals committed to values, ethics, and integrity in their practical application.

7. To contribute to the university's mission of consolidating the methodology of Islam and disseminating its values with moderation and balance.

8. To demonstrate the adequacy of the Sunnah in meeting the needs and developments of the modern age.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Program Goals:

1. To prepare highly qualified scholars in the field of Prophetic Tradition and its related sciences, capable of contributing to and developing higher education.

2. To enrich specialized studies in the jurisprudence of the Sunnah and its sources through rigorous research and precise scholarly investigations.

3. To develop the personal and professional expertise necessary to lead research groups with high professionalism.

4. To benefit the global community by training competent specialists in Prophetic Tradition who can serve as authorities in this field within their societies.

5. To utilize modern technological tools and their applications in service of the discipline.

6. To cultivate individuals committed to values, ethics, and integrity in their practical application.

7. To contribute to the university's mission of consolidating the methodology of Islam and disseminating its values with moderation and balance.

8. To demonstrate the adequacy of the Sunnah in meeting the needs and developments of the modern age.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the general admission requirements for postgraduate studies stipulated in the regulations, admission to the program is also required to meet the following:
The applicant must be a Saudi or hold an official scholarship for postgraduate studies if he is not a Saudi.
To hold a master's degree in the field of Prophetic Tradition
To be of good character and conduct, and medically fit.
He must submit two academic recommendations from professors who have previously taught him.
Approval from his employer for the study if he is an employee.
The basic principle for doctoral studies is full-time dedication, but the university council may make exceptions to this whenever the need arises.
Passing the university aptitude test with a score of no less than (65) out of (100).
Passing the achievement test in the scientific specialization conducted by the department, with a score of no less than (70) out of (100).
Passing the test of the Holy Quran, at least ten parts.
To meet any other conditions specified by the University Council and announced at the time of application.
The applicant must meet the admission criteria and conditions for the year in which he applied, in accordance with what is stated in the admission guide for graduate studies programs at the Islamic University announced in that year by the Deanship of Graduate Studies.

Program Duration

5 Years

Starting Month(s)

Sep

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