Pursuing a PhD in Islamic Studies in the West
Pursuing a PhD in Islamic studies, especially as a Muslim in the West, is a delicate balancing act.
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The Prophet Muhammad PBUH Institute for Islamic Studies (PMIIS) is established to introduce students from around the world to a variety of Shia and non-Shia literature and encourage them to engage in critical thinking by adopting an academic approach to their advanced studies.
The Institute primarily consists of courses on Islamic Studies while giving you the chance to study a broad selection of related courses on Muslim society today. Courses have been designed for students from all backgrounds who plan to continue their education in a seminary or an equivalent graduate level of Islamic Studies or related disciplines.
Dr. Sayed Ammar Nakshawani will lead the courses and provide expertise in areas ranging from Qur’anic Sciences, Islamic Law, Jurisprudence, Islamic Ethics & Spirituality, as well as reflect his passion in delving deeper into Islamic History.
Upon completion of chosen courses, a selection of students will have the opportunity to be referred for an all expenses paid course in the vicinity of the Holy Shrine of Imam Ali (as).
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I live in Australia, will I be able to register for the courses?Yes, the courses are delivered online so anyone can register from around the world.
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What is the duration for each course?The duration of the courses will vary, ranging from one-day intensive to several months. This will be stipulated in the registration details.
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Will Sayed Ammar be teaching all the courses?Sayed Ammar will be teaching the majority of courses with an array of guest scholars & speakers also presenting chosen courses throughout the year.
Courses will include
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Public Speaking
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Kitab al-Ghayba
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Islamic History
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Feminism and Gender
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Comparative Islamic Law: Five Schools
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Islam and Sexual Ethics
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Shii Theological Texts
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Development of Shia Hadith
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Ethics and Morality
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Dua Literature
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Philosophy and Mysticism
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Islam and Psychology
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Contemporary Shii Political Thought
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Seera of the Prophet PBUH
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The Quran: From Revelation to Tabatabai
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Arabic of the Quran
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