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20260412890The PhD in Islamic Creed (Aqidah) is an advanced research program at Level 8 of the National Qualifications Framework (48 credit hours). It combines advanced specialized coursework in creed, sects, religions, philosophy, and contemporary intellectual issues with an original dissertation, preparing researchers capable of foundational grounding, advanced critical analysis, and addressing emerging doctrinal questions in line with the moderate approach, intellectual security, and Saudi Vision 2030. Delivered at the main campus in Jeddah for the male section.
Scholarly and research leadership in creedal studies at the national and regional levels, preparing distinguished researchers who contribute to safeguarding intellectual security and serving society in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
To graduate specialized academic and research cadres in creedal studies, capable of producing original knowledge and critically evaluating contemporary doctrinal and intellectual issues through a rigorous methodology that integrates Sharia-based grounding with critical analysis, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
Last Modified Date: 16/07/2026 - 12:33 PM Saudi Arabia Time
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ILS 720 | Research Seminar in Islamic Creed (ʿAqīdah) | 3 | None |
| ILS 721 | Contemporary Creedal Issues | 3 | None |
| ILS 722 | Contemporary Studies in Islamic Sects (Firaq) | 3 | None |
Course Code: ILS 720
Course Code: ILS 721
Course Code: ILS 722
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ILS 723 | Contemporary Studies in Religions | 3 | None |
| ILS 724 | Modern Philosophy and Logic | 3 | None |
| ILS 726 | Islamic Daʿwah and Its Methodologies | 3 | None |
| ILS 725 | Creed and the Methodologies of Qurʾānic Exegesis (Tafsīr) | 3 | None |
Course Code: ILS 723
Course Code: ILS 724
Course Code: ILS 726
Course Code: ILS 725
| Course Code | Course | Credits | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ILS 799 | THESIS | 24 | Pass all courses اجتياز جميع المقررات |
Course Code: ILS 799
