PhD in Fiqh Al-Sunnah

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 thorough understanding of the appropriate research techniques as shown by their application.
To develop capabilities in independent investigation and research.
To develop a high degree of independence of thought and approach.
To make a significant original contribution to the existing knowledge of Fiqh al-Sunnah and practice.

Learning Outcomes

Qualifying students to satisfy the highest standards in Fiqh al-Sunnah.
Spreading the Islamic sciences and the prophetic Sunnah, including the goodness and truthfulness they encompass, to all over the world.
Strengthening the Islamic belief system in the heart of the Muslims.
Strengthening the meaning of brotherhood and sympathy among the Muslims all over the world.
Create a generation of scholars and specialists in scientific research and Fiqh al-Sunnah, and highly qualified and thinking and meaningful exchange of contemporary issues and will be serving the Islamic community/society based in its dealings and behavior.

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/221/8/0192	R/221/8/0148

Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)

On Campus	On Line
MQA/PA5329	A11169

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	6 Semesters (3 Academic Years)	10 Semesters (5 Academic Years)
Part Time	8 Semesters (4 Academic Years)	14 Semesters (7 Academic Years)

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.