Upon graduation from high school, many people decide to continue their studies and pursue a Bachelor of Arts, or B.A., as a means of expanding their knowledge of a particular subject matter with hopes of one day obtaining employment in a related field.

Just what is a BA in Islamic Studies? This intensive degree program can often be completed within about four years if taken full time, and it involves close study of the Quran, Islamic belief and Islamic principles. Commonly covered areas include Islamic world views, the Five Pillars of Islamic Law, foundational Islamic theology and the methodology of Islamic traditions. Additional emphasis is often placed on areas such as the Arabic language, Arabic grammar considerations, women in Islam and Islam as it relates to the modern world.

Many graduates of BA in Islamic Studies programs find that they are more employable after securing the degree than they were prior. Successful graduates of these programs are also prepared to enter related master’s degree programs, should they choose, and they are also frequently able to earn more money than those in the field without bachelor’s degrees.

Because Islamic studies course costs vary broadly based on criteria like where, geographically, a particular program is offered and how prestigious the school offering it is, students seeking entry to an Islamic studies program should contact the admissions office of the school offering it for accurate and timely tuition costs.

Many Islamic studies course participants go on to work within government organizations or civil service organizations, while many take on duties as politician assistants, public affairs consultants, social researchers or public relations executives or account managers. Others utilize the skills learned in these programs while working as diplomats, human resource managers, market researchers, journalists or charitable employees. Others yet return to school to pursue a master’s degree with the hope of one day teaching at the university level.

Many Islamic studies degree programs are offered online by schools around the globe, and many of these programs are detailed in our database. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.