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Islamic Studies Specialist

أخصائي دراسات إسلامية

Teaches, researches and advises on Islamic sciences, from Quranic studies to Sharia and family guidance.

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Career overview

What they do

Islamic studies graduates work in religious affairs and endowments authorities, courts, education, research, media and Sharia advisory roles.

Typical responsibilities

  • Teach Islamic studies
  • Research and write on Islamic sciences
  • Advise on Sharia matters
  • Deliver religious guidance
  • Support family and community programmes

Skills you'll need

Classical ArabicFiqh and Quranic sciencesTeaching and public speakingResearchWisdom and patience

How much it relies on

MathematicsLow
TechnologyLow
ScienceLow

Work style

IndependentTeam-based
TheoreticalHands-on
Office

Advantages

  • Meaningful service to the community
  • Stable government roles
  • Respected scholarly path

Disadvantages

  • Narrower job market
  • Long study for senior scholarship
  • Many roles require UAE nationality

Growth & future opportunities

Editorial view: steady demand in education, religious affairs and Islamic finance advisory.

Career content is written by the Masari editorial team. Last reviewed 21 Oct 2026.

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Study in the UAE

Programs at UAE institutions that lead to this career.

Average tuition

AED 58,300 per year on average for bachelor's programmes with published fees (AED 36,000–162,203, 26 programmes).

Master's: around AED 3,354 per credit hour (18 programmes).

From each university's official fee schedule. Yearly figures for per-credit schedules assume a full-time load of 30 credit hours. Excludes housing, books and other fees.

296 programs at 43 institutions

Programs and accreditation come from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) register of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Tuition and duration appear once verified on the university's own program page; always confirm admission details with the university.

Scholarships for this path

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ADNOC Accelerator Program Scholars

ADNOC · Employer

Partial or discountUAE nationalsIn the UAEBachelor's · Master's

ADNOC support for high-potential Emiratis at approved UAE universities.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
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Abu Dhabi Scholarships – Master's

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government

Fully fundedUAE nationalsAbroadMaster's

Full-ride master's scholarship in psychology and social work.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
Official page

ADEK Khotwa Scholarship Programme

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government

Fully fundedUAE nationalsAbroadFoundation · Bachelor'sMinimum 60%

A fully sponsored alternative pathway to a degree abroad via a community college or foundation year.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
Official page

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