You are here: Home About us A Message from the Principal

Al-Maktoum Institute for Arabic and Islamic Studies, About Us, A Message from the Principal

Al-Maktoum Institute is a new and exciting development in teaching and research in the study of Islam and Muslims. It is a research-led institution of higher education which offers postgraduate programmes of study (taught Masters and MPhil/PhD research) in these areas. It is an independent institution, with its degree programmes validated by the University of Aberdeen. Our Patron and Sponsor is HH Shaikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al-Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Minister of Finance of the United Arab Emirates, whose vision for multiculturalism is at the heart of Al-Maktoum Institute.

The aim of the Institute is to promote intelligent debate and understanding of Islam and the role of Muslims in the contemporary world, and to be a place of knowledge and reflection on the issues facing a diverse and multicultural world in the twenty-first century. In pursuit of this aim the Institute is actively working to educate the next generation of scholars – both nationally and internationally – in the study of Islam and Muslims to enable them to face the challenges and opportunities of today.

Islamic Studies
Islamicjerusalem Studies
Multiculturalism
Muslims, Globalisation, and the West
Islamic Education (subject to validation)

Al-Maktoum Institute offers you a unique environment for study in the Study of Islam and Muslims, the opportunity to become an integral part of the student body of an exciting academic environment whose small size encourages constant stimulation. You can be assured of our warmest welcome and continued support during the whole period of your study. We also expect you to be academically challenged and to develop your knowledge and understanding in this exciting New Agenda to meet the needs of today’s world.