Program Overview
The Muslim Cultures at The Aga Khan University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Muslim Cultures programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Kenya and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 11,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,710 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: London, Kenya
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Muslim Cultures programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Relevance of the Humanties and Social Sciences
- Writing in the Humanities
- Sacred Across Cultures
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A completed application form;
- A personal statement, describing their reasons for wishing to enrol in the programme;
- An official copy of their undergraduate degree and attested copies of academic transcripts. (If a document is not in English a fully certified translation must be provided. The translation must include details of the translator and confirm that it is an accurate translation of the original. It must be dated and include the original signature of the translator);
- Valid proof of English proficiency;
- Two references, submitted either directly to the Registrar\'s office or along with the application in a sealed envelope(s) with the referees signature across the seal. Referees must be familiar with your academic and/or professional work to date. At least one referee should be familiar with your academic work. If your referees would like to submit the reference letter via email, please download the reference form, fill in your details and request your referees to send it directly to Registrar\'s office
- All shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,710 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,710 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 11,710 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The Aga Khan University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The Aga Khan University
The Aga Khan University
Karachi, Pakistan
Aga Khan University is a private research university based in Karachi, Pakistan. It is a non-profit institution and an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network. It was founded in 1983 as...
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
