Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Islamic Studies 48 months PHD Program By McGill University |Top Universities
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# 27QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

9,119 CADTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

15 Dec, 2025Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Islamic Studies offered by the Institute of Islamic Studies in the Faculty of Arts is a research-intensive program that emphasizes innovative and specialized learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip...
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Program overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Islamic Studies offered by the Institute of Islamic Studies in the Faculty of Arts is a research-intensive program that emphasizes innovative and specialized learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip...
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Admission Requirements

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Applicants must have a degree (B.A. or M.A.) from a recognized university, with a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 out of 4.0 (or equivalent), OR a grade point average (GPA) of 3.2 out of 4.0 in the last two years of full-time studies, according to Canadian standards. The degree should be in the Humanities or Social Sciences, preferably in Islamic or Middle Eastern Studies.
Additional Requirements
The items and clarifications below are additional requirements set by this department:
• Reference Letters – three letters required for Ph.D. applicants • Writing Sample – optional for M.A. applicants; required for Ph.D. applicants; a copy of entire master's thesis, or completed chapters of master's thesis, or (in cases where these are not available) two substantial research papers • Knowledge of Arabic or Persian is an asset, as follows: one year of language training for M.A. applicants; two years for Ph.D. applicants • Other additional documents and questions, as itemized and explained on the departmental website for Prospective Students at mcgill.ca/islamicstudies/graduate-studies

15 Dec 2025
4 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Domestic Students

1,483 CAD
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International Students

9,119 CAD
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