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Doctor of Jurisprudence
Overview
The Usul al-Fiqh PhD program was established in 1436 AH / 2015 CE. It is considered one of the postgraduate programs in the Usul al-Fiqh Department at the College of Sharia. The program accepts male and female students in accordance with the regulations governing postgraduate studies and their implementing rules at Qassim University, as well as any resolutions issued by the University Council in this regard. The Usul al-Fiqh PhD program also contributes to the cognitive growth of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by developing knowledge and raising the efficiency of graduates at the local and regional levels, linking it to the requirements of the labor market in Saudi society in line with its customs and traditions.
Eligible Applicants
Male and female students
Method of study
Courses and Thesis
Degree
Ph.D.
School level
Postgraduate studies
Place of study (Male Students)
Buraydah - Qassim Region - Headquarters
Place of study (female students)
Buraydah - Qassim Region - Headquarters (Female Section)
Required specialization
Master's degree (specialization extension) in Fundamentals of Jurisprudence, Jurisprudence and Fundamentals, or equivalent, provided that the exact specialization is in Fundamentals of Jurisprudence
Admission from outside the major
Admission from outside the specialty is not possible
Years of study
Not less than three academic years
Study period
N/A
Number of Credit Hours
42
Credits required for graduation
42
STEP test
N/A
Other conditions
None
Tuition fees
60,000
Required GPA
of at least 5
3.75
of at least 4
2.75
of at least 100
80
Preference Mechanism for Admission
GPA
50%
Undergraduate Aptitude Test
50%
Differentiation test
N/A
Learning Objectives
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding:
1- Defines a deep specialized set of knowledge and theories related to the discipline of Fundamentals of Jurisprudence in which the fields of specialization are integrated to create new and pioneering knowledge.
2- Interprets concepts and understands various fundamentalist processes, techniques, practices, and terminology based on systematic knowledge related to emerging issues and challenges.
3- Describes advanced knowledge of conducting original research and scholarly activities that contribute to the development of the fields of Fundamentals of Jurisprudence.
Skills:
1- . Applies leading fundamentalist theories, principles, and concepts in highly complex contexts, disseminating original knowledge and new insights and employing them in a variety of communication methods with peers and specialized groups.
2-. Develops creative and innovative solutions to emerging fundamentalist issues and concerns in highly complex contexts, utilizing advanced technologies.
3- . Develops advanced research methods in Fundamentals of Jurisprudence and early fundamentalist research projects, using digital analytical tools and applications in processing and interpreting quantitative data to advance the discipline.
Values, autonomy and responsibility:
1- . Demonstrates a high level of integrity, values, and professional and humanitarian ethics when dealing with emerging ethical issues and concerns, research, knowledge, and the public at large.
2. Continuously and effectively develops professional autonomy, making academic strategic decisions to independently manage scientific and research tasks and work.
3- Collaborates in research groups with high ethical frameworks, initiating leadership and taking responsibility, fostering professional relationships, knowledge society and quality of life.
Program message
Preparing scientific and research competencies and providing advisory services in sharia authentication, enhancing self-resources and sustainable national development, in an inspiring environment conducive to innovation, technology, and community partnership.
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