Faculties
International Islamic University of Knowledge
A New Dawn for the Islamic World

Educating the minds that will lead the advancement of the Muslim world.

International Islamic University of Knowledge unites Islamic scholarship with modern science, technology, and leadership formation — welcoming talented youth from across the Islamic world, regardless of means.

Knowledge · Faith · Leadership · Impact
13Founding Faculties
10Research Centres
GlobalWaqf Endowment
PhDthrough Postdoctoral
FullScholarships Available
Vision & Mission

Built on knowledge, formed by values.

Vision

A leading global academic home

To be a leading global academic institution that welcomes the youth of the Islamic world from its diverse regions, providing distinguished education, a formative scholarly environment, and opportunities for research, innovation, and excellence — preparing scholars, thinkers, professionals, and leaders capable of driving advancement in their societies.

Mission

Knowledge linked to values

Integrated Islamic and global education combining the Islamic sciences with the humanities, natural sciences, and technology — linking knowledge with values and learning with practice, through a global system of scholarships, endowment, and support for talented students from underserved regions.

The Core Concept

From knowledge, to formation, to impact.

Every programme at the University moves the student through four pillars — in sequence, not in isolation.

01

Knowledge

Rigorous Islamic and contemporary scholarship across 13 faculties.

02

Faith

Character and conviction formed alongside academic training.

03

Leadership

Practical formation through the Leaders of the Islamic World programme.

04

Impact

Graduates who return to serve and shape their communities.

Academic Structure

Thirteen founding faculties.

A first-phase structure spanning Islamic scholarship, law, technology, and the humanities — extensible with further faculties without disturbing the foundation.

01

Islamic Studies and Civilization

02

Law

03

Political Science and International Relations

04

Islamic Economics and Finance

05

Business Administration and Entrepreneurship

06

Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

07

Computer Science and Digital Technology

08

Science, Environment and Sustainability

09

Humanities and Social Sciences

10

Education and Human Development

11

Languages, Translation and International Communication

12

Media and Digital Communication

13

International Development and Humanitarian Studies

Each faculty comprises 5–9 specialised departments. View the full academic catalogue →
Research & Strategy

Ten global centres of inquiry.

Strategic StudiesGlobal affairs & policy
Islamic CivilizationHistory & thought
AI & DevelopmentTechnology & society
Islamic FinanceWaqf, zakat & markets
LeadershipYouth development
Peace & ArbitrationDispute resolution
African StudiesEducation & economy
Asian StudiesIslamic world affairs
InnovationEntrepreneurship
Waqf & ZakatSocial development
Flagship Programme

Leaders of the Islamic World

A selective pathway for promising students from across the Islamic world — chosen for potential, not means.

Apply for Selection
What the Programme Provides

Every barrier to talent, removed.

  • Full scholarships
  • Housing & subsistence
  • Leadership training
  • Professional training
  • Scientific research
  • Entrepreneurship
  • International placements
  • Language learning
  • Community service
Sustainable Financing

Global Islamic University Endowment

A global waqf fund built in partnership with Islamic banks, development funds, zakat institutions, and international corporations — directing its returns toward scholarships for students from underserved regions.

Partner with the Endowment
Global Alumni Network

Graduates as lifelong partners

Connecting alumni across the Islamic world as partners in discovering talent, supporting scholarships, launching ventures, and advancing research and community development.

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Founding Principle

We do not seek those who can pay for education — we seek minds that can shape the future.

Discover the talent
Grant it knowledge
Build the character
Develop the leadership
Provide the opportunity
Release the impact