Master of Philosophy in Islamic Studies Colleges and Universities

Islamic studies refers to the academic study of IslamIslamic studies can be seen under at least two perspectives: From a secular perspective, Islamic studies is a field of academic research whose subject is Islam as religion and civilization.

Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Philosophy in Islamic Studies in Ghana:

Islamic University College, Ghana

Entry Requirements

The University admits the following categories of students into Level 100 (first year) of the 4-year bachelor degree programme:

Holders of Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) of West African Examinations Council (WAEC) with passes (at Grade D or better) in core English, core Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies plus three elective subjects, with an aggregate of 24 or better.

Holders of West African Senior Secondary (School) Certificate Examination (WASSCE) of WAEC with passes (at Grade C6 or better) in core English, core Mathematics, and Integrated Science or Social Studies plus three elective subjects, with an aggregate score of 36 or better.

Candidates with a combination of SSSCE and WASSCE may also apply.

Cambridge GCE ‘O’ Level with five (5) credits including English Language and Mathematics plus at least two (2) GCE ‘A’ Level passes and a pass in General Paper. One of the ‘A’ Level passes must be at grade D or better.

Holders of (i) Ghana GCE ‘O’ Level with five (5) credits including English Language and Mathematics, (ii) Teachers’ Post-Secondary School Certificate (2- or 3-year) without Diploma and (iii) other High-School-equivalent certificates (local or foreign) are encouraged to apply as Mature Applicants.

Holders of other qualifications [such as Professional certificates and Diplomas: HND (First and Second Class), ICA, CIM, etc.; RSA II and above, DBS (with Distinction), GIJ certificate, Teachers’ Diploma, a University degree in the unrelated subject] can apply and would be considered for placement into Level 200 or 300 on a case-by-case basis at an interview. (Applications should include relevant transcripts and SSSCE/WASSCE/GCE result slips).

Mature applicants with a minimum age of 25 years who do not necessarily satisfy the above standard requirement for admission but have a reasonable educational background and 3 years working experience or have demonstrated ability for academic work.

Such applicants shall have to pass a University Entrance Examination in English (Essay, Comprehension, Grammar, and Usage), Mathematics, and General Paper (Critical Thinking and Current Affairs) and may be required to pass an interview. (Applications should include a copy of each of Birth Certificates, Letters showing First and Current Employment, and any other relevant examination results.

Foreign students with qualifications equivalent to those mentioned above may be considered for admission.

They must, however, show evidence of proficiency in the English Language.