Islam ym Mhrydain Gyfoes (MA) Rhan-amser
This programme offers the social science skills to pursue high calibre research on Muslims in Britain, within the flagship Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK.
Census data shows that Muslims are now the second largest faith community in British society. Our rewarding programme delivers a comprehensive understanding of the development of Muslim communities in the UK, the current challenges they face, and an introduction to the scholarly study of Islam in a modern Western European society.
On this programme, you will gain the social science skills essential to pursue high-calibre research on Islam in Britain today within our flagship Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK.
You will gain an in-depth understanding of the theoretical and conceptual vocabulary surrounding British Islam and the skills to undertake high-quality research according to social sciences professional ethics codes.
Our recognised qualifications are recognised as indicators of professional competence to work with British Muslims.
Encouraged to contribute to the Centre’s highly respected Public Seminar Series, you will have ample opportunity to engage in placements and volunteer with local Muslim organisations.
You are encouraged to undertake voluntary work with Muslim communities in Cardiff in activities ranging from assisting with homework clubs run via local mosques to contributing to the Muslim Council of Wales ‘iLead’ programme which aims to support young Muslims developing leadership skills.
Nodweddion unigryw
- Gain in-depth understanding of the theoretical and conceptual vocabulary surrounding British Islam
- Develops essential skills for high-quality research on Islam in Britain in accordance with codes of professional ethics in the social sciences
- Recognised qualification indicating competence to work in a professional capacity with British Muslims
- Opportunities to engage in placements/volunteering with local Muslim organisations
- Ideal for professional development within the public sector
- Excellent resources and facilities including excellent library resources, access to a wide range of relevant journals and online sources and extensive audio-visual resources via Vimeo
- Dedicated seminar room
Ffeithiau allweddol
| Nifer Myfyrwyr newydd nesaf | Medi 2020 |
|---|---|
| Hyd | 2 blwyddyn |
| Cymhwyster | MA |
| Ffurf | Rhan-amser |
| Ffyrdd eraill i astudio cwrs hwn | |
| Cysylltu |
Meini prawf derbyn
The course is suitable for graduates in a wide variety of Humanities disciplines and Social Sciences and those with an interest in understanding Islam in Britain, past, present and future.
This programme is particularly helpful for people who work with or for the Muslim community, and those who are keen to develop a research/academic career in this exciting new field.
Applicants should normally possess or expect to obtain a First or Upper Second class UK Honours degree, or equivalent. However, those able to demonstrate relevant work experience in lieu of a graduate qualification may also be admitted at the discretion of the School. To apply via this route, you will need to have held a position of responsibility relevant to the programme for a minimum period of two years. You will also be required to satisfactorily complete an interview and a 1500 word essay on a subject determined by School staff.
Applicants whose first language is not English will be expected to provide evidence of English proficiency. IELTS exam results showing an overall grade of 6.5 or above are acceptable for this programme, with a minimum of 6.0 in each sub score.
We welcome applications year-round but to commence your studies in any given year (starting September), you must submit your application by 1 August.
Rhagor o wybodaeth am ofynion Iaith Saesneg.
Mae'n rhaid i ymgeiswyr sydd angen fisa Haen 4 i astudio yn y DU gyflwyno cymhwyster iaith Saesneg derbyniol er mwyn bodloni gofynion UKVI (Fisâu a Mewnfudo y DU).
This is a part-time programme which can take up to three years to complete.
For the taught element of the programme you will study three core modules (60 credits) and choose a further three optional modules (60 credits).
On successful completion of the taught stage, you will progress to your dissertation. Your dissertation is an essay of up to 20,000 words on a topic of your choice (approved in consultation with your tutor).
As many of our part-time postgraduate programmes are over three years in duration, you will need to check your postgraduate loan eligibility status.
Mae'r modiwlau a ddangosir yn esiampl o'r cwricwlwm arferol. Byddant yn cael eu hadolygu cyn blwyddyn academaidd 2020/21. Bydd y modiwlau terfynol yn cael eu cyhoeddi erbyn mis Medi 2020.
Blwyddyn un
In year one you will study modules totalling 60 credits.
| Teitl modiwl | Côd modiwl | Credydau |
|---|---|---|
| History and Development of Muslim Communities in Britain | RTT513 | 20 credits |
| Contemporary Debates in British Muslim Studies | RTT515 | 20 credits |
| Social Theory and Research Design | RTT539 | 20 credits |
Blwyddyn dau
In year two you will study modules totalling 60 credits.
| Teitl modiwl | Côd modiwl | Credydau |
|---|---|---|
| Skills and Methods for Postgraduate Study | HST900 | 20 credits |
| Muslims in Britain Today | RTT516 | 20 credits |
| Qualitative Research Methods | RTT538 | 20 credits |
| Dissertation | RTT501 | 60 credits |
Sut y caf fy addysgu?
Teaching is via lectures, small group tutorials, seminars, audio-visual resources, guest speakers, and optional placement/voluntary work.
You are encouraged to attend and contribute to our Islam UK Centre Public Lecture Series, known for bringing high-profile speakers to the region to discuss a wide range of topical research.
Sut y caf fy nghefnogi?
On enrolment, you are assigned your own Personal Tutor and provided with teaching and learning resources, including Postgraduate Handbook. Additional specific module resources are made available during the programme.
Your personal tutor is your contact point to discuss any problems arising from the course. Further queries should be addressed to the School’s Director of Postgraduate Taught. Our Professional Services team is also available for advice and support.
Feedback
Feedback on coursework may be provided via written comments on work submitted, by provision of ‘model’ answers and/or through discussion in contact sessions.
Sut y caf fy asesu?
You will be assessed via essays, other assignments (such as book reviews and presentations), or written exams depending on the modules chosen.
Pa sgiliau y byddaf yn eu hymarfer a’u datblygu?
- In-depth understanding of the theoretical and conceptual vocabulary surrounding British Islam
- Skills to undertake high-quality research according to social sciences professional ethics codes
- Analytical approaches, such as coding and categorizing, conversation and discourse analysis, narrative approaches
- An ability to exercise independent judgement on a topic to support an evidence-based argument
- Data generation strategies, such as participant observation, qualitative interviewing, focus groups, working with documents.
Graduates of this and similar degree programmes have embarked on careers in a range of professions, including the voluntary sector and NGOs, policy and politics, religious leadership and the faith sector, the news media, the civil service, teaching, and academia. Many choose to continue their studies at PhD level.
Recent graduate destinations include the Welsh Assembly, the Muslim Council of Wales, the Muslim Council of Britain, the Centre for Media Monitoring, TRT World, Muslim Engagement and Development, Islamic Relief, the National Portrait Gallery, primary and secondary schools, and universities across the UK and overseas, including Cardiff University and the Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK.
As this programme is three years or over in duration and has a one year full time equivalent you will not be eligible for a postgraduate loan. The UK Government has more information about eligibility for postgraduate loans.
Ffioedd dysgu
Myfyrwyr y DU ac UE (2020/21)
| Ffioedd Dysgu | Blaendal | Nodiadau |
|---|---|---|
| £3,975 | Dim |
Rhagor o wybodaeth am ffioedd dysgu a blaendaliadau, gan gynnwys ar gyfer myfyrwyr rhan-amser a pharhaus.
Bydd myfyrwyr yr UE sy'n dechrau yn 2019/20 yn talu'r un ffioedd dysgu â myfyrwyr y DU drwy gydol eu cyrsiau. Gallai ffioedd godi'n flynyddol yn unol â chwyddiant. Nid oes penderfyniadau wedi’u gwneud eto ynglŷn â ffioedd a benthyciadau i fyfyrwyr yr UE sy'n dechrau yn 2020/21. Caiff y rhain eu gwneud yn rhan o drafodaethau'r DU ynglŷn â’' haelodaeth o'r UE, a byddwn yn rhoi rhagor o fanylion i chi cyn gynted ag y bo modd.
Myfyrwyr tu allan i'r UE (2020/21)
| Ffioedd Dysgu | Blaendal | Nodiadau |
|---|---|---|
| £9,100 | £1,000 |
Rhagor o wybodaeth am ffioedd dysgu a blaendaliadau, gan gynnwys ar gyfer myfyrwyr rhan-amser a pharhaus.
You are encouraged to undertake voluntary work with Muslim communities in Cardiff in activities ranging from assisting with homework clubs run via local mosques to contributing to the Muslim Council of Wales ‘iLead’ programme which aims to support young Muslims developing leadership skills.
