Doctor of Islamic Creed (Aqidah)

Program Description

The objectives for pursuing a Doctorate in Islamic Creed (Aqidah) at AGU aims to delve into religious dimensions that enhance profound knowledge and understanding of the subject. Key objectives include exploring foundational theological concepts such as the nature of God, prophethood, imamate, and resurrection. Additionally, it involves grounding these beliefs through primarily religious texts, with comparative studies to other philosophical schools. Critically examining Islamic doctrinal perspectives, engaging in contemporary applications in politics, law, ethics, and social sciences, and contributing original research to advance scholarly discourse and intellectual development within Islamic creed are integral aspects of this pursuit.

Program Requirements

Admissions Requirements

The following are the minimum requirements for admission to the Doctor of Aqidah program: AGU University accepts applications from applicants having a Master’s degree and a 2.5 GPA from universities accredited either nationally or regionally. Only undergraduate degrees recognized by certified certifying Universities that were achieved outside of the US will be accepted as master’s degrees, provided they have been reviewed by one of these accredited.

Graduation Requirements

sixty (60) required credit hours must be completed by students with a program GPA of 3.0 or above. Additionally, students can finish all 60 credit hours at AGU University. To graduate, students must apply. Students who complete their coursework and graduate are awarded a Doctor of Aqidah.

Program Information

Required Courses

Doctor of Aqidah Required Courses:

AQI601	Studies in Religions
AQI602	Names and Attributes
AQI603	Research Methodology in Aqidah
AQI604	Deism and Godhead
AQI604	Seminar in Doctrines Books
AQI605	Studies in Muslim Sects
AQI607	Studies in Faith
AQI608	Studies in Thought Schools
AQI609	Extremism and Atheism Movements
AQI610	Normality of Islam
SUP601	Scientific Research Methodology “Seminar”
SUP603	Seminar in Miraculousness of the Quran
AQI699	Doctor of Islamic Creed (Aqidah) Research & Dissertation