2015-2016 Academic Catalog

MASTER OF ARTS IN MUSLIM STUDIES Overview

The M.A. in Muslim Studies provides students with a focused knowledge of the tools and techniques needed to analyze the theology, traditions, and worldview of Islam. Students will engage in research and analysis that is informed by that knowledge and contributes to the ministry of those engaged in cross-cultural life and work among Muslims. Objectives The M.A. in Muslim Studies equips students to:  Demonstrate skill in identifying and analyzing cultural issues.  Evaluate current strategies regarding the global mission of God among Muslims.  Demonstrate effectiveness in cross-cultural analysis, research, and writing about the global mission of God among Muslims. Admission Requirements Students must fulfill general admission requirements (see Admissions for detailed information). Students must also have a minimum 2.5 GPA in undergraduate study or scores above the 50 th percentile on the GRE. Time Limitation The time limit for completion of all requirements is ten years, measured from the date a student begins coursework in the M.A. in Muslim Studies. Transfer Policy Course credits earned at another institution may be counted toward the M.A. in Muslim Studies degree, but the majority (51%) of the course credits required for the degree must be taken at Columbia International University. Transfer credit must be approved by the student’s advisor and dean. Completion Requirements  A minimum GPA of 2.5  Chapel attendance is required in order to experience the core values and ethos of the CIU family. Students may attend on campus or via audio files posted on www.ciu.edu . Students must register for the appropriate CHL 5xxx course based on the following allocations: 15 chapels for 30 hours; 30 chapels for 45 hours.  Read the entire Bible following admission, including selections assigned in Bible courses. This requirement must be completed six weeks prior to graduation. This degree is offered in two different formats: Program 1 for college graduates with no previous studies in Bible or theology, and Program 2 for college graduates who have at least 15 semester hours of Bible, theology, or Church history. The M.A. in Muslim Studies is available fully online. Please contact Admissions for further information. Program 1 Course of Study 45 CHL 5001 Chapel I 0 CHL 5002 Chapel II 0 Bible and Theology 18 BIB 5112 Genesis to Song of Solomon: God’s Plan of Creation and Redemption 3 BIB 5113 Prophets: God’s Message of Redemption and Judgment 3 BIB 5132 Gospels: God’s Means of Providing Redemption 3 BIB 5133 Acts to Revelation: God’s People Proclaiming Redemption Globally 3 BIB 5410 Hermeneutics: Interpreting and Applying the Bible 3 Choose one of the following courses: 3

ICS/BIB 6030 Biblical Theology of Missions ICS/THE 6039 Doing Theology in Context THE 6310 Systematic Theology I THE 6320 Systematic Theology II

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Concentration

GLS 5110 GLS 6515 ICS 5020

Mission of God

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Understanding Cultures and Worldviews

Introduction to Islam

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