The MA in Applied Islamic Ethics is designed to equip students with the skills required to master the tools of theoretical ethics and to apply them to address leading-edge ethical dilemmas from the perspective of the rich Islamic ethical tradition. The overall structure of the program is designed to balance two main aspects: ‘the academic aspect’ of Islamic ethics, through a scholarly approach rooted in the Islamic tradition; and the ‘applied aspect’, to improve students’ skills in addressing the vexing ethical dilemmas and questions that people face in contemporary times for the prospective market of professional work.

Applicants seeking admission to the Master of Arts in Applied Islamic Ethics should have a bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record (minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent) from a recognized institution. Applicants from all academic backgrounds may apply to this program. Applicants should submit at least two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from an academic referee. Applicants should submit a personal statement as part of their online application. The statement should explain why they are applying and how their studies will contribute to the achievement of their personal objectives, including information about past achievements and challenges they may have faced in their academic or professional life (minimum of 300 words, maximum of 500 words). Personal statements which are incomplete or below the minimum word count will not be accepted. Applicants should submit a copy of their current resume or curriculum vitae as part of the online application. This should include the following information: Academic qualifications Professional experience Publications Research projects Academic awards or honors Conference presentations All applicants should submit an electronic copy of their passport as part of the online application. Nationals and residents of Qatar should also submit their Qatari ID.