PhD in Contemporary Ijtihad

Admission and Registration

Admission Requirements

The applicant must hold a Master's degree in Jurisprudence and its Principles (Usul al-Fiqh), or in Jurisprudence in all its branches, with a grade of no less than Very Good (3 out of 4 points), from a university recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the United Arab Emirates.

The applicant must hold a Bachelor's degree in Sharia Studies or Islamic Studies in all their branches, with a grade of no less than Good, equivalent to 2 out of 4 points, from a university recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the United Arab Emirates.

Holders of a Bachelor's degree in other disciplines may be admitted, with the same grade, provided that their study in the Master's degree in Jurisprudence and its Principles is based on remedial study of Sharia and Islamic courses from the Bachelor's level amounting to at least 36 credit hours in the specialization, after they have sat the knowledge proficiency examination in Sharia Studies at Bachelor's level and achieved a grade of no less than Good (70%).

Admission Details in the Program Specifications

Admission to the PhD in Contemporary Jurisprudence requires the following:

1. A Master's degree in Jurisprudence in all its branches with a grade of no less than Very Good (3 out of 4 points) or equivalent, provided that the applicant holds a Bachelor's degree in Sharia with a grade of Good from a university recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the United Arab Emirates.

2. A Bachelor's degree in Sharia Studies in all its branches, with a grade of no less than Good, equivalent to 2 out of 4 points. Holders of Bachelor's degrees in other disciplines may be admitted with the same grade, provided that their study in the Master's degree in Jurisprudence is based on remedial study of Jurisprudence courses from the Bachelor's level amounting to at least 36 credit hours in the specialization, after they have sat the knowledge proficiency examination in Jurisprudence at Bachelor's level and achieved a grade of no less than Good (70%).

3. Two letters of recommendation from professors who have taught them at the Master's level.

4. A copy of the applicant's curriculum vitae.

5. A no-objection letter from the authority responsible for National Service, for Emirati male students.

6. A copy of the People of Determination card, if the applicant is a person of determination.

7. A no-objection letter from the employer for enrollment in the program, if the applicant is employed.

Documents Required for Registration

New applicants must submit the following documents:

1. A copy of a valid passport, plus residence visa for expatriates.
2. A copy of the enrollment record summary, if available.
3. A copy of the Emirates ID.
4. Certified copies of the Master's and Bachelor's degree certificates issued by a recognized university, duly attested by the Ministry of Education in the State.
5. A certified transcript of grades.
6. A letter of recommendation from a professor who has taught the applicant, or from a recognized academic figure.
7. An electronic personal photograph.
8. Four recent personal photographs, with the full name written on the back of each photograph.
9. AED 2,000 file opening fee, non-refundable.
10. AED 5,000 seat reservation fee, which is credited toward tuition fees later and is non-refundable if registration is not completed.

Study Schedule

• Two days per week during the evening period (for both male and female students)

How to Apply

1. Prepare the documents listed above.
2. Submit the application through the online portal and pay the application fee.
3. The Admission and Registration Section will contact you to schedule an interview or complete registration.

For inquiries: Tel. +971 4 5614699, Email malik@imc.gov.ae

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