Islamic Studies

Overview

By taknig the Islamic Studies programme from University of Birmingham , you will have the opportunity engage with material that is at the forefront of contemporary academic research in Islamic Studies, and explore a range of topics in Islamic Studies that reflect the expertise of academic staff: this may typically include content with historical, sociological, contextual, legal, textual or philosophical emphases.

Why study this course?

• An ideal platform – taught in collaboration with the Al-Mahdi Institute, the programme provides an ideal platform for further research, enabling a transition for students with seminary backgrounds in Islamic Studies as well as those who come to the study of Islam without significant prior formal learning in Islamic Studies.
• Flexibility – the range of options on offer allow you to study Islamic Intellectual traditions and/or Muslim practices within and alongside broader approaches and questions in the School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion
• Excellent reputation –  The Theology and Religion department was ranked 3rd in the UK in the Research Excellence Framework exercise 2021 based on research rated 4*. The University of Birmingham has also been ranked as one of the world's top 50 institutions to study Theology and Religious Studies in the 2021 QS World University Rankings.
• Extracurricular opportunities – you will be exposed to a variety of opportunities to enhance your student experience, including regular coffee mornings for staff and students, visiting speakers, lecture series and social events.
• Small classes – teaching on the Masters-level modules involve mainly small-group seminars allowing you to really get to grips with the learning material.
• The city – Birmingham is one of the most culturally and religiously diverse communities in Europe and the department has excellent relationships with the city’s faith communities.