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CERTIFICATE IN MUSLIM STUDIES
Overview
The Certificate in Muslim Studies prepares students for effective life and work in Muslim contexts. The two required courses
provide essential understanding of Muslim beliefs and practices as well as various forms of Christian witness. Students
select the second two courses based on specific areas of interest. This certificate meets the basic requirements for a
concentration in this subject matter and can be plugged into other degree programs. This certificate is available completely
online, or can be done as a combination of resident and online courses.
Completion Requirements
Students must complete 12 hours of specified coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.5 in order to receive the certificate in
Muslim Studies.
Certificate in Muslim Studies
12
CHL 5001
Chapel I
0
ICS 5020
Introduction to Islam
3
ICS 6071
Approaches to Islam
3
Choose any two of the following Muslim Studies courses
6
ICS 6012
Islamic Theology
3
ICS 6013
The Spirit World of Islam
3
ICS 6025
Life of Muhammad
3
ICS 6037
Understanding the Qur’an
3
ICS 6051
Women in Islam
3
ICS 6072
Responding to Muslim Concerns
3
ICS 6073
Islam in the 21
st
Century
3
ICS 6210
Contemporary Issues in Muslim Studies
3
ICS 6610
History of Muslim-Christian Relations
3
Note: This certificate program is not eligible for federal Title IV financial aid funds – i.e. Federal Direct Loans. Students who
are interested in exploring other financial aid options should contact the Financial Aid Office.