Program Overview

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Master of Islamic Studies in Jurisprudence of Reality

The Master of Islamic Studies in Jurisprudence of Reality is a postgraduate program designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in Islamic law and jurisprudence.

Program Information

• Program Name: Master of Jurisprudence of Reality
• Program Code: 220
• Program Providing Entity: College of Islamic Studies
• Program Duration: 4 semesters
• Program Hours: 36 credit hours
• Total Number of Modules: 9 modules

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, applicants must:

• Hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent with a grade of "very good" or above
• Have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• Have a university degree in a subject that qualifies them for specialized study
• Pass a written exam and a personal interview before the Scientific Committee

Additional Admission Requirements

After the first semester, students must meet the following requirements to be finally admitted:

• Achieve a minimum average of 3 in the semester average
• Score a minimum of 1400 points in the Emirates Standardized Test (EMSAT) in Arabic language
• Score a minimum of 1250 points in English or its equivalent in other standardized tests (IETLS, TOEFL)
• Score a minimum of 700 points in the Emirates Standardized Test (EMSAT) in mathematics

Fulfillment of Graduation Requirements

The master's program is deemed fulfilled upon:

• Finalizing all courses of the program, including the thesis
• Achieving an accumulative average of 3.00
• Completing the required period to get the degree without exceeding the maximum limit

Course Completion

• A course is completed with a mark of 2.00 at least
• The master's degree is awarded based on the following averages:
  • Excellent: 3.70 4.00
  • Very Good: 3.00 less than 3.70

Study System

• The study system of the program is the credit hours system
• Teaching is conducted during academic weekdays (Monday to Friday)
• The program is presented in a blended study system in accordance with the academic accreditation standards of the Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates

Minimum and Maximum Academic Load

The student's academic load in one semester ranges between 9 credit hours (minimum) and 12 credit hours (maximum)

Program Objectives

The program aims to:

1. Contribute to the graduation of Emirati researchers, muftis, and jurists highly qualified in Islamic law sciences
2. Combine religious knowledge and scientific research based on valid methods
3. Control the methodologies of fatwa and religious discourse issues in Emirati society
4. Enhance the spirit of jurisprudence in studying jurists' doctrines
5. Support the United Arab Emirates' efforts to spread tolerance and peace at the Islamic and international levels

Study Plan

The study plan includes:

Compulsory Courses (27 Credit Hours)

• JUR 600: Methodology of Handling Texts
• JUR 601: Purposes of Islamic Law Theory
• JUR 602: Jurisprudence of Applying Rules to the Issues
• JUR 603: Fatwa Formulation
• JUR 604: Transactions Purposes
• JUR 605: Scriptural Texts and Terms in English
• JUR 606: Provisions of Terrorism
• JUR 607: Peace and Citizenship Jurisprudence
• JUR 608: Contemporary Jurisprudence Issues

Thesis

• JUR 609: Thesis

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

1. Employ scientific research methodologies and critical thinking skills
2. Apply the rules of sound jurisprudence independent judgment
3. Issue sound fatwas based on authentic legislative texts
4. Highlight the tolerance and simplicity of Islam
5. Demonstrate the jurists' method in judging over the opinions of scholars
6. Employ skills of communication and effective interaction in preparing and addressing religious discourses

Alignment with the National Qualification System (NQS)

The program outcomes are aligned with the National Qualification System (NQS) of the United Arab Emirates

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of the program are qualified to work in various institutions, including:

• General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments
• Fatwa Center
• Research under the supervision of the Authority
• Research under the supervision of the UAE Council for Fatwa
• Supervising Quran Memorization Centers
• Mentoring actors in the religious field
• Justice and judiciary professions
• Educational professions
• Ministry of Tolerance
• Al Muwatta Centre
• Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies & Research
• Zayed House for Islamic Culture