Master of Contemporary Islamic Studies

Subjects

For each 8 point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, residential schools, or examinations.

If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Full subject list

Graduation requirements

As a Charles Sturt University student, throughout your course you have a responsibility to continue to develop skills in English language, literacy and numeracy as appropriate to your discipline. This ongoing development will enable you to effectively participate in your course and graduate prepared to enter the workforce.

Master of Contemporary Islamic Studies

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 128 points.

Graduate Diploma of Contemporary Islamic Studies

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 64 points.

Graduate Certificate in Contemporary Islamic Studies

To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 32 points.Full subject list
All subjects have a value of 8 points unless otherwise stated.


GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN CONTEMPORARY ISLAMIC STUDIES
To graduate, students must satisfactorily complete 32 points comprising 1 core subject and 3 restricted electives, as detailed below: All subjects have a value of 8 points unless otherwise stated.

Core Subject
ISL404   Islamic Worldview

Restricted Electives (choose 3 subjects)
ISL414    Islamic Law and Practice in the Contemporary World
ISL452   Islam through Western Eyes
ISL453   Muslims in the West: Identity and Culture
ISL454   Women in Islam and Islamic Cultures
ISL456   Muslims in Australia: Past and Present
ISL457   Radicalism, Terrorism and Extremism
ISL458   Islam: Peace, Dialogue and Pluralism
ISL459   Islam in Politics and Society ? Spirit...

There are minimum Academic and English Language requirements for admission to Charles Sturt University courses. These requirements ensure that our students have the best chance for success. Minimum requirements can vary from country to country, so please take some time to review our entry requirements before starting your application. If you cannot find the requirements for your country please contact us.

Please note: in line with our admissions policy, if you intend to study in Australia on a student visa you must be at least 18 years old by the course start date.