PhD in Da’wah

Vision

A leading international university that provides a wide range of knowledge in its various aspects to serve humanity and to promote its advancement.

Mission

Disseminating knowledge using the best means and learning methods; knowledge development and intellectual exchange consistent with international level of excellence; to create conducive educational and research environment for knowledge seekers all over the world that serves society and preserves ethical values.

Objectives

To develop a comprehensive understanding of the appropriate techniques of research in Da’wah.
To develop capabilities and efficiency in achieving independent research in Da’wah.
To develop a high degree of independence of thought in Da’wah.
To make a significant original contribution to the existing knowledge of Da’wah and practice.
To promote and develop the graduates’ ability to interact & reach Islam through their commitment with the prophetic methods of Da’wah.

Learning Outcomes

Preparing deeper and more scientific approaches in the study of Da’wah at higher levels.
Understanding new issues that need to be dealt, addressed and treated effectively with concrete scientific manners.
The extension of research, studies and efforts in Da’wah field, and its relation with the society to make use of them in various fields.
Strengthens the spirit of Islamic belief in the hearts and minds of Muslims.
Deepens the spirit of compassion, love and togetherness between the generation of researchers & Muslims.
Supplying the Islamic library with solid and valuable researches in Islamic Da’wah that can contribute in treating certain old and contemporary Islamic and social issues.

Entry Requirements

A candidate admitted into postgraduate studies shall posses the following minimum qualification:

The applicant shall posses a Master’s Degree in a related field from MEDIU or equivalent from a recognized university.
Any other academic qualifications equivalent to [requirement #1], as approved by the Senate.
The Board of Postgraduate Studies may impose additional conditions as required.

Language

In addition to the entry requirements, the applicant is also required to provide a sufficient level of the Arabic language proficiency in the specializations taught in Arabic language through passing the university’s Arabic language placement test (MAPT) or equivalent.
The Senate may exempt the Arabic language requirement for applicants who have obtained their degrees where Arabic has been used as the main medium of instruction, those who obtained good grades in Arabic language programs from MEDIU or Arabic is their mother tongue.
If the student fails to fulfill the Arabic language requirements (per above), or fails to pass an interview, the applicant is required to sit for MEDIU’s Arabic language placement test (MAPT).

ACCREDITATION REF. NO.

This program is accredited and certified by Ministry of Education Malaysia (Higher Education) and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). Accreditation reference numbers are shown below:

Ministry of Education Malaysia (Higher Education)

On Campus	On Line
N/221/8/0195	R/221/8/0004

Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

On Campus	On Line
MQA/PA5568	MQA/FA0219

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

The applicant could enroll for this program under [Structure A].

STRUCTURE A

The applicant is required to study a subject named Research Methodology, then the applicant can start the research under the supervision of an academic member of the Postgraduate Studies Department.

STUDY DURATION

Workload	Minimum Duration	Maximum Duration
Full Time	3 Years (6 Semesters)	5 Years (10 Semesters)
Part Time	4 Years (8 Semesters)	7 Years (14 Semesters )

TUITION FEES

Tuition fees in Malaysian Ringgit:

Learning Mode	Workload	Local Student	Foreign Student

For international students studying On Campus (OC) mode, Visa Fees and University Bond fees are excluded.
Visa Fees & University Bond fees costs around RM5,120, it depends on the students nationality.
All fees are subjected to change at the University’s discretion.