Islamic Studies MA (Hons)

This programme will develop your knowledge and understanding of Islam as a religion, as well as the history, thought and culture of Muslims worldwide. <br/><br/>Opening the door to Islams rich intellectual heritage, our courses will give you a thorough grounding in a variety of areas, such as: <br/><br/><br/>* Islamic literature and poetry <br/><br/><br/>* the Quran <br/><br/><br/>* Sufism <br/><br/><br/>* Islam and Muslim societies in the contemporary world <br/><br/><br/>You will learn Arabic in Year 1, with the option to take Persian or Turkish too. You can continue language learning in Year 2 if you wish. <br/><br/>The programme is extremely flexible, enabling you to choose option courses from a broad list of disciplines, and specialise as you progress through your honours years. <br/><br/><strong>Why Edinburgh</strong><br/>Edinburgh is recognised in the UK and internationally as a leading institution for the study of Arabic, Persian, Turkish, Islam and the Middle East. <br/><br/>Study with us, and you will be part of a friendly community with: <br/><br/><br/>* great links to the Edinburgh Alwaleed Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World <br/><br/><br/>* a student-led Islamic Society <br/><br/><br/>* a regular programme of workshops, guest seminars and cultural events <br/><br/><br/>The University holds over 23,000 resources in Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies (IMES).<br/><br/>These include the Serjeant and Watt Collections and some of the world’s most precious Islamic manuscripts, such as Rashid al-Din’s History of the World and al-Biruni’s Chronology of Ancient Nations.<br/><br/>When you graduate, you will have the combination of broad cultural education and specialist knowledge valued by employers worldwide.