DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN QURANIC & HADITH STUDIES

(N/221/8/0210) (MQA/PA 13011) (12/26)

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN QURANIC & HADITH STUDIES

The programme is to develop students’ skill and understanding of Quran and Hadith studies perspectives. It provides students with both theoretical and operational knowledge of Quran and Hadith to develop necessary technical skills and integrate them in contemporary application of Quran and Hadith. Besides providing students with the conventional knowledge in each module, technical skills are taught with emphasis on Islamic jurisprudence as guiding principles, so that students can apply Quran and Hadith knowledge. Thus, the Doctor of Philosophy in Quran and Hadith Studies programme will increase student’s knowledge and skills in specific areas of Quran and Hadith. This programme emphasizes on integration of Islamic jurisprudence knowledge of Quran and Hadith to produce outstanding graduates with in-depth understanding and meet market demand in the fast growing industry.

Medium of Instruction

Malay & English

Programme Option

By Research

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT (LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL)

Entry Requirement
1. Master degree in Islamic Studies or related field as accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
2. Master degree in other fields are eligible to pass the qualification examination which confirms their level of knowledge in Islamic Studies.
English Requirement (For International Student)
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 5.0 / Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) 500 or equivalent.

DURATION OF PROGRAMME

Category Minimum Maximum
Full Time
3 years
6 years

FEES

Category Local Student International Student
Full Time
RM 35,000
RM 40,000
  • Quranic Exegesis
  • Hadith
  • Kalam and History of Islamic Sects
  • Islamic Law
  • Sufism
  • Arabic Language and Rhetoric
  • Recitation of The Quran and
  • Study of the Qiraat