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MA/Postgraduate Diploma in Islam in Contemporary Societies
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ THE DEGREE Course brochure(pdf) This is a new multidisciplinary taught MA convened by the Centre for Research in Ethnic Relations in the School of Health and Social Studies and involving the School of Law, Department of Politics and International Studies, and the Language Centre. This is an area of compelling political, legal and social importance that encompasses societies and nation states where Islam is the religion of the majority of the population and also countries where Muslims are a minority within the population. The students will take courses on Issues of Islam in Contemporary Societies, Introduction to Islamic Law, Political Economy and International Politics of the Islamic World. They will also study either French or Arabic at the Language Centre. The MA in Islam in Contemporary Societies may be taken full-time over one year or part-time over two years. It is possible to take the course for a Diploma in which case, the Dissertation is not required. Both core and optional modules are listed below. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Issues of Islam in Contemporary Societies This module draws upon a range of disciplines and aims to examine the place of Islam and Muslim communities in contemporary global society (from 1945 - the present) while focusing on three principal themes: Islam and governance, Islam and gender; Islam and modernity. It aims to provide students with knowledge about Muslim communities world-wide and with critical perspectives and questions on the relationships between: Muslims and the state (liberal democratic, Islamic and other relevant forms); Muslims and the institutions of civil society in both the Islamic and non-Islamic world; Muslims and social relations, in particular those of gender, 'race' and class. Finally, it introduces students to some key empirical studies that have sought to deploy such questions and perspectives. Introduction to Islamic Law This module will introduce students to Islamic law through theory and practice and seeks to address the growing demand from students to acquire knowledge and expertise in this area of law. The module also aims to familiarise students with the application of religious law in Muslim jurisdictions as part of the law of the state. By adopting a comparative approach to law, the module aims to develop skills of students in this area. Political Economy and International Politics
of the Islamic The aim of this module is to develop a critical approach to a wide range of literature focussed primarily but not entirely on the Middle East region. It will concentrate on developing students' knowledge and understanding of:
Language (Arabic or French) Information about language modules which are taught at different levels (e.g. beginners; intermediate - post-GCSE or equivalent; advanced - post A or equivalent) is available via the Language Centre's web site at: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/arts/languagecentre/academic/ Dissertation The 10,000 word dissertation offers students a further opportunity to specialise as well as to develop research skills. The subject of the dissertation is chosen by students in consultation with their tutors. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ OPTIONS (students to select two) Political Economy and International Politics
of the Islamic This module continues with the main themes outlined in the core module Political Economy and International Politics of the Islamic World 1 but allows students to carry out a more in-depth examination of some of the questions and issues raised within the thematic framework of the core module. Race, Muslims and Politics in Britain This module aims to provide students with knowledge of and analytical perspectives on: the political context of race in post-war Britain; race relations legislation and institutions; ethnic minorities, Muslims and the political process, local politics and the civic engagement of Muslims. Migration and Refugees This module aims to: provide students with theoretical perspectives on migration into/within Europe and with an understanding of its dynamics and determinants in the context of political, socio-economic and cultural developments internationally; examine the responses of states, IGOs and NGOs to issues of migration and the presence of refugees; explore the experiences of refugee migrant communities in Europe and consider their social, political and cultural impact on European societies, particularly in the context of exclusions relating to 'race'/ethnicity and faith. Assessment for the MA Students are required to submit one essay, of not more than 5,000 words, for each of the core and option modules. Students are required to complete coursework to the satisfaction of the examiners in order to proceed to the dissertation. It is compulsory for students to submit the coursework for a module in the year in which they take it. The MA in Islam in Contemporary Societies is suited to students with a background in Social Science or the Arts and Humanities, who wish to work overseas in North Africa or the Middle East in particular, or with organizations working with Muslims in the UK and Europe or in Muslim-majority nation states. In particular, the language provision will enable students to communicate well. It is also suitable for those who wish to develop a deeper understanding of Islam in Contemporary Societies today. Study Trip There are plans for a study visit to Jordan as part of this MA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Students on the course have the opportunity to acquire knowledge, research and academic skills from staff with national and international reputations in the field. The staff teaching on the MA are: Centre for Research in Ethnic Relations
School of Health and Social Studies School of Law Department of Politics and International Studies
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Funding opportunities information is available from the University's Careers Hub and from the University's Graduate School. Staff at both the Careers Hub and Graduate School can provide you with information on Research Council funding, Career Development Loans, individual bank loans and company sponsorship schemes. However, you may wish to consult their web sites first at: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/ If you are classified as an overseas candidate for fee purposes, you should contact the University's International Office which provides information about possible funding sources. The International Office web site is at: http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/services/international/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Caroline
Oakman, Postgraduate Secretary, School of Health and Social
Studies, University of Warwick, Coventry CV4 7AL. Tel: +44 (0)24
7652 2980, Fax: +44 (0)24 7652 4324. |
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