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MASTER OF ARTS IN MUSLIM STUDIES
Overview
The M.A. in Muslim Studies provides students with a focused knowledge of the tools and techniques needed to analyze the
theology, traditions, and worldview of Islam. Students will engage in research and analysis that is informed by that
knowledge and contributes to the ministry of those engaged in cross-cultural life and work among Muslims.
Objectives
The M.A. in Muslim Studies equips students to:
Demonstrate skill in identifying and analyzing cultural issues.
Evaluate current strategies regarding the global mission of God among Muslims.
Demonstrate effectiveness in cross-cultural analysis, research, and writing about the global mission of God
among Muslims.
Admission Requirements
Students must fulfill general admission requirements (see Admissions for detailed information). Students must also have a
minimum 2.5 GPA in undergraduate study or scores above the 50
th
percentile on the GRE.
Time Limitation
The time limit for completion of all requirements is ten years, measured from the date a student begins coursework in the
M.A. in Muslim Studies.
Transfer Policy
Course credits earned at another institution may be counted toward the M.A. in Muslim Studies degree, but a minimum of
one-third of the course credits required for the degree must be taken at Columbia International University. Transfer credit
must be approved by the student’s advisor and dean.
Completion Requirements
A minimum GPA of 2.5.
Chapel attendance is required in order to experience the core values and ethos of the CIU family. Students may
attend on campus or via audio files posted on
www.ciu.edu .Students must register for the appropriate CHL 5xxx
course based on the following allocations: 15 chapels for 30 hours; 30 chapels for 45 hours.
Read the entire Bible following admission, including selections assigned in Bible courses. This requirement must
be completed six weeks prior to graduation.
This degree is offered in two different formats: Program 1 for college graduates with no previous studies in Bible or theology,
and Program 2 for college graduates who have at least 15 semester hours of Bible, theology, or Church history.
The M.A. in Muslim Studies is available fully online. Please contact Admissions for further information.
Program 1 Course of Study
45
CHL 5001
Chapel I
0
CHL 5002
Chapel II
0
Bible and Theology
18
BIB 5112
Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s Plan of Creation and Redemption 3
BIB 5113
Prophets: God’s Message of Redemption and Judgment
3
BIB 5132
Gospels: God’s Means of Providing Redemption
3
BIB 5133
Acts to Revelation: God’s People Proclaiming Redemption Globally
3
BIB 5410
Hermeneutics: Interpreting and Applying the Bible
3
Choose one of the following courses:
3
ICS/BIB 5830 Biblical Theology of Mission
ICS/THE 6039 Doing Theology in Context
THE 6310
Systematic Theology I
THE 6320
Systematic Theology II
Concentration
21
GLS 6515
Understanding Cultures and Worldviews
3
ICS 5031
Mission of God
3
ICS 5020
Introduction to Islam
3