Diploma in Islamic Studies Programme

The Diploma in Islamic Studies Programme (DISP) is jointly offered by the Centre for Islamic Management Studies (CIMS) and the International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM). This one year programme is designed to give exposure to the Islamic world view, knowledge and perspectives to interested people from both public and private sectors. The programme was first introduced in 2000, with overwhelming response from the Muslim community in Singapore. 2002 saw the 3rd intake starting the course in the first quarter of the year. The DISP is offered in English and all classes are held at CIMS' premises in Singapore. All lecturers are from the IIUM. A diploma will be awarded by IIUM to all participants who have successfully completed the course. The Diploma is recognised by the Ministry of Education, Malaysia.

Frequency: Yearly intake
Target commencement date: 13th October 2012
Duration: within 12 months
Training Days: alternate Saturday ( 6.00 pm to 9.30pm ) & Sunday ( 9.30am to 1.30pm )
Closing date for application: 6th September 2012 or whenever the class is full

1. Objectives:

To provide adequate knowledge in the religion, ethic, law, history, and culture of Islam
To show the relevance of Islamic concepts and principles to the daily lives of contemporary Muslims
To create awareness about the problems facing the world today and to contend for their solution according to Islam.

2. Structure & Duration:

A 10-month postgraduate diploma programme involving 10 credit hours of course works,
Divided into 10 modules of 12 hours duration each.
Each module is further divided into 2 segments of 6 hrs each.
Classes are conducted in Singapore on every alternate weekend.

3. Course Curriculum

Introduction to Aqidah & Akhlak
Introduction to the study of the Quran
Introduction to Fiqh
Introduction to Islamic Civilization
Introduction to Islamic Worldview
Introduction to the study of the sunnah
Islamic Institution
Quranic view of other religions
Muslim community in Pluralistic Society
Lessons from Sirah & Islamic history

4. Admission Criteria

Applicants seeking entry into this programme must possess one of the following requirements:-

GCE O level certificate or its equivalent with at least 3 years of working experience.

5. Evaluation method:

Attendance & Class Participation - 20%
Monthly assignments - 40%
Final evaluation - 40%
An 80% attendance in the classroom is required for eligibility to be awarded the diploma.

6. Application Procedure

Applicants are required to submit the following:-

Duly Completed application form, Click here to download
Certified true copies of your respective certificates stated in the application form
3 non returnable passport sized photos (with red background for student matriculation card).
A Registration fee of $50 (non refundable)

7. Administrative details

Mode of Study	Part time Saturday and Sunday
Registration Fee	S$ 50.00* (Non-refundable)
Payment method At EIB (bookshop)	By Cheque made payable to: The Muslim Converts' Association of Singapore or Cash /Nets/ Visa
Course Fee	SGD$ 2950 (inclusive of GST and Registration Fee)

* Note: a rebate of $150 will be given when payments are made in full before class commence.

8. University Details

International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM) is a renowned university in the Islamic society worldwide. Its establishment in 1983 was the fulfillment of one of the major aspirations of the contemporary global Muslim community to regain the Ummah's leadership in the quest for knowledge. This yearning of the Ummah is a key element in IIUM's vision statement:

"To be an international centre of educational excellence which integrates Islamic revealed knowledge and values in all disciplines and which aspires to the restoration of the Ummah's leading role in all branches of knowledge."

IIUM operates under the direction of a Board of Governors with representatives from the eight sponsoring governments and the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC). It maintains links with governments and institutions all over the world, such as the League of Islamic Universities, the International Association of Universities and the Association of Commonwealth Universities. It is also affiliated with several Malaysian-based businesses that provide opportunities for students to gain practical work experience.