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its London campus, Aga Khan University-Institute for the Study of
Muslim Civilisations (AKU-ISMC) will launch a two-year, full-time
Master’s degree in Muslim Cultures in September 2006.
Dr. Abdou Filali-Ansary,
the Institute’s Director, announced that “ the degree
aims to contribute to the formation of scholars, intellectuals and
professionals capable of engaging with contemporary issues, particularly
those faced by Muslims, by drawing upon ethical ideals, critical
thinking and modern academic tools.”
The MA in Muslim
Cultures offers a distinctive way of understanding the cultures
of Muslims as they have evolved over time. The course will use the
theories and methods of the humanities and social sciences as a
framework for study. Learning is both classroom and field-based.
As part of their language course, during the summer of their first
year, students will travel to a relevant country to immerse themselves
in a language and culture different from their own. In their second
year, students will prepare a dissertation following a four-week
field project on a theme of their choice. Educational excursions
are also part of the degree programme.
A diverse student
body will be taught by an international faculty. Students will also
benefit from the facilities and activities offered by neighbouring
academic and cultural institutions, among others. This in addition
to AKU-ISMC’s partnership with prominent institutions around
the world.
Furthermore,
the Institute’s cultural events, academic workshops and seminars
will offer students another framework through which the cultures
of Muslims can be studied and considered as an opportunity to meet
eminent academics from a variety of disciplines.
Students wishing
to apply to the programme may obtain further information from www.aku.edu/ismc
or email ismc.ma@aku.edu.
Financial assistance
will be available on a needs-basis for successful applicants.
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