Overview

University of Malaya's Shariah program goal is to advance the field of Shariah studies in particular Islamic Law based on the tradition of Islamic knowledge and modern scientific methods through quality education for the nation and humanity.

The Department of Islamic Studies was formed in 1959 as a result of a formal relationship between the then Islamic College of Malaya, and the University Malaya. Since then the Council for Islamic Colleges functioned as the executive controller to the department, whilst the Senate of the University Malaya monitors all academic matters.

Career Opportunity

Religious Officer / Teacher / Researcher / Entrepreneur etc.

Programme Structure

Course structure:

University Courses
Core Faculty Courses
Core Specialization Courses
Elective Faculty Courses
Elective Specialization Courses

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

65

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Credits

129 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Islamic Studies View 26 other Bachelors in Islamic Studies in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

65

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Other requirements

General requirements

National Higher School Certificate (or an Advanced Level equivalent) with the grade 80% and above OR
A Diploma from recognized Institutions with the least a CGPA of 3.00
Applicant may be required to undergo an interview session for certain selection programme before being accepted by the respective faculty

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

60900 MYR / year

≈ 60900 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9400 MYR / year

≈ 9400 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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