Islamic Studies, MA (Hons)

This programme will develop your knowledge and understanding of Islam as a religion, as well as the history, thought and culture of Muslims worldwide. Opening the door to Islam's rich intellectual heritage, our courses will give you a thorough grounding in a variety of areas, including:

• Islamic literature and poetry

• the Qur'an

• Sufism

• Islam in the contemporary world, from Islamic movements to political Islam

You will learn Arabic in Year 1, with the option to take Persian or Turkish too, and to continue language learning in Year 2 if you wish. The programme is extremely flexible, enabling you to choose option courses from a broad list of disciplines, and specialise as you progress through your honours years.Why Edinburgh Edinburgh is recognised in the UK and internationally as a leading institution for the study of Arabic, Persian, Turkish, Islam and the Middle East. Study with us, and you will be part of a friendly community with great links to:

• the Edinburgh Alwaleed Centre for the Study of Islam in the Contemporary World

• a student-led Islamic Society

• a regular programme of workshops and guest seminars

The University holds over 23,000 resources in Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies (IMES). These include the Serjeant & Watt Collections and some of the world's most precious Islamic manuscripts, such as Rashid al-Dinâ's History of the World and al-Biruniâ's Chronology of Ancient Nations.