International Peace College South Africa (IPSA) Late Application 2025\/2026, <\/strong>See how to obtain the\u00a0International Peace College South Africa (IPSA) Late Online Application Form<\/strong>, available programs, and requirements below.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Applications for late entry are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Diploma, and Certificate program of the International Peace College South Africa (IPSA) for the 2025\u00a0 academic year.<\/p>\n
International Peace College South Africa (IPSA) is innovative, providing a holistic tertiary education experience. It offers accredited Postgraduate, Undergraduate, certificate, and diploma studies through career-oriented programs.<\/p>\n
The Admissions office at the International Peace College South Africa (IPSA) is responsible for:<\/p>\n
Introduction including accreditation<\/strong><\/p>\n
This program is accredited\u00a0<\/strong>by the Department of Higher Education and South African Qualifications Authority as\u00a0qualification at National Qualification Framework 5 (post-matric).<\/strong><\/p>\n
This qualification is available to all matriculants, who do not have a university pass (see the BA Islamic Studies for those who obtained a university pass).<\/p>\n
The duration of the program is one year.<\/strong><\/p>\n
The Higher Certificate in Islamic Studies (HCIS) is aimed at providing students with the\u00a0social, cognitive<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0emotional skills<\/strong>\u00a0which are essential components of coping strategies to face the challenges of daily life.<\/p>\n
It will concentrate on\u00a0character strengths<\/strong>\u00a0that enhance\u00a0moral competence<\/strong>\u00a0while giving students a\u00a0solid grounding in Islam.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Central to the development of character strengths and coping skills is the example of the Prophet (SAW) who is described in the Qur\u2019an as:<\/p>\n
\u2018Indeed you (O Muhammad) are on an excellent standard of character\u2019 (Q68:4)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
A cursory glance at the character-building and skills training built up during the period will make you realize that these are transferable skills, and can be used anywhere \u2013 in society, personally, and academically.<\/p>\n
The Global Leadership and Life Orientation<\/strong><\/p>\n
This is essentially a life coaching course that deals with life coaching, positive thinking, goal setting, self-esteem, time-management, etc.<\/p>\n
Interpersonal Interactions and Marital Relations<\/strong><\/p>\n
This course looks at fostering good moral values such as justice, equity, and sacrifice and detestable social habits such as arrogance, uncontrolled anger, and hypocrisy, particularly in marital relations.<\/p>\n
Academic Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n
It covers critical analysis, problem-solving, decision-making, conflict resolution, writing skills, oral presentations, etc.<\/p>\n
S\u012brah (Biography) of Muhammad (SAW)\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
The biography of the Prophet (SAW) enables us to consider his conduct under different circumstances throughout his life.<\/p>\n
The meanings of the Qur\u2019an, Qur\u2019an literacy, Qur\u2019anic Recitation and Memorisation<\/strong><\/p>\n
Learn to recite the Qur\u2019an with Tajweed and Memorise the short suwar of the Qur\u2019an.<\/p>\n
Engage with the Higher Objective of the Qur\u2019an, Interfaith Responsibilities, Spiritual and Moral Welfare of Society, Socio-Economic Welfare, etc.<\/p>\n
Learning Arabic through the Qur\u2019an<\/strong><\/p>\n
The meanings of the Qur\u2019an are considered through understanding the Surah \u1e24ujur\u0101t (also known as Suratul Akhl\u0101q) and Surah Yusuf.<\/p>\n
Devotional Arabic<\/strong><\/p>\n
A collection of selected duas made on various occasions such as janaazas, weddings, birthdays, etc.<\/p>\n
Islamic Laws of Worship<\/strong><\/p>\n
This covers the Laws and accompanying duas including Arkaans of Iman, Islam, and Al-Ihsaan.<\/p>\n
Tohaarah, Salaah (including Jumuah and Janaazah), Zakaah, Saum, and Hajj, and four Mathahib are covered.<\/p>\n
Aqeedah (The Creed of Islam)<\/strong><\/p>\n
Getting to know Allah (SWT) through the Asma ul-Husna (the divine attributes of Allah), the attributes that are waajib (essential), must heel (impossible), and attributes that are jaa-iez (possible) for Allah.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Higher Certificate in Islamic Studies (HCIS) \u2013 minimum 1 Year full-time and minimum 2 Years part-time<\/strong><\/p>\n
The HCIS program aims to enhance spiritual consciousness and provide a deeper understanding of Isl\u0101m. A student will gain a solid introduction to the various fields of Islamic knowledge, including literacy, research skills as well as leadership capabilities, which ultimately aim at inspiring moral regeneration. The program, thus, acts as a catalyst for change.<\/p>\n
Since 2014 the Higher Certificate in Islamic Studies Programme (HCIS) has included a specially designed \u2018Leadership & Youth Development\u2019 module. Completing the HCIS successfully allows entrance to the IPSA Bachelor of Arts Islamic Studies program.<\/p>\n
Our courses that are run part-time are during normal class hours which are:
\nMonday to Thursday \u2013 8 am to 3 pm
\nFriday \u2013 8 am to 12 pm.<\/p>\n
MODULES<\/strong>
\nArabic through Qur`\u0101n
\nQur`\u0101n Literacy
\nDevotional Arabic
\nPrinciples of Qur\u2019\u0101nic Recitation and Memorization
\nFiqh: Islamic Laws of Worship
\n\u2018Aq\u012bdah (Islamic Belief)
\nMeanings of the Qur\u2019\u0101n
\nS\u012brah: Prophetic Biography
\nIslamic Interpersonal Relationships
\nGlobal Leadership & Youth Development
\nCritical Reading & Writing Skills Development
\nTOTAL 150 CREDITS
\n*ALL CREDITS MUST BE OBTAINED TO GRADUATE IN THIS PROGRAMME<\/p>\n
The HCIS Program is run over two semesters, with the above-listed modules offered in both semesters one and two throughout the year. See the IPSA Student Handbook for further details.<\/p>\n
The ultimate purpose of the BAIS program is to produce graduates with a core set of skills and knowledge that meet the needs of those seeking a deeper and thorough understanding of Islam. The programme acts as a platform for further postgraduate and other studies in the field and provides a thorough basis for those wishing to become religious functionaries. This course will enable the student to major in two main fields in Islamic Studies, Shar\u012b`ah\u00a0<\/em>Law and Arabic.<\/p>\n
The Programme aims at delivering:<\/p>\n
| Year One<\/th>\n | Year Two<\/th>\n | Year Three<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major : Arabic Modules<\/th>\n | Major : Arabic Modules<\/th>\n | Major : Arabic Modules<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Elementry Arabic<\/td>\n | Intermediate Arabic level one<\/td>\n | Advanced Arabic level one<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Pre-intermediate Arabic<\/td>\n | Intermediate Arabic level two<\/td>\n | Advanced Arabic level one<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Principles of Qur\u2019anic Recitation<\/td>\n | Textual Readings: Qur\u2019an<\/td>\n | Textual Readings: Islamic Law<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Basic Textual Reading: \nPhrophectic precepts<\/td>\n | \u00a0Textual Reading: \nPhrophectic precepts<\/td>\n | Textual Readings: Islamic \nTheology<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Major : Islamic Studies Modules<\/th>\n | Major : Islamic Studies Modules<\/th>\n | Major : Islamic Studies Modules<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Islamic Laws of Worship<\/td>\n | Muslim Personal Law 1<\/td>\n | Classical Islamic Commercial Law<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Laws of Worship: Applications<\/td>\n | \u00a0Muslim Personal Law 2<\/td>\n | Islamic Banking & Finance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Legislative History<\/td>\n | Principles of Jurisprudence<\/td>\n | Islamic Law of Succession, Bequests \nand Endowments<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Phrophetic Precepts: Ulum al-Hadith<\/td>\n | Qur\u2019anic Studies<\/td>\n | Qur\u2019anic Studies 1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| <\/td>\n | Phrophetic Precepts: Ulum al-Hadith<\/td>\n | Qur\u2019anic Studies 2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| <\/td>\n | <\/td>\n | Phrophetic Precepts 1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| <\/td>\n | <\/td>\n | Phrophetic Precepts 2<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Humanities Modules<\/th>\n | Humanities Modules<\/th>\n | Humanities Modules<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| History: Source Methodology in the \nSirah and the Makkan Perion<\/td>\n | History: Themes from classical Mulim \ncivilizations<\/td>\n | Contemporary Islamic Thought<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| History: The Madinan Period<\/td>\n | History: Islam in South Africa<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Academic Development 1<\/td>\n | Religious Studies: Ancient, Eastern \nand African Religions<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Academic Development 2<\/td>\n | Religious Studies: Semitic\u00a0Religions<\/td>\n | <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<\/table>\nTOTAL CREDITS: 360<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n MINIMUM 1 YEAR (FULL TIME)<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\nThe Bachelor Honours Degree in Islamic Studies offered at IPSA is a postgraduate specialisation qualification at NQF Exit Level 8. It is essentially aimed at preparing students for research-based postgraduate study at Masters Level. The Honours qualification is generally undertaken after a student has completed a 3-year Bachelor degree or similar qualification at NQF Exit Level 7 in an appropriate field. The BAHIS programme also serves as the first year of postgraduate study in Islamic Studies at IPSA. It provides the opportunity for further intensive academic pursuance of Islamic studies.<\/p>\n The primary purpose of this qualification is to consolidate and deepen the student\u2019s understanding and expertise in the Islamic studies discipline, and to develop research capacity in the methodology and techniques of that discipline. This qualification demands a high level of theoretical engagement and intellectual independence. It aims to educate and train researchers who can contribute to the development of knowledge at an advanced level and prepare graduates to contribute to the scholarly study and advanced application of Islam to contemporary challenges, and provide students in South Africa, the Muslim world and beyond, with new methods of dealing with these challenges.<\/p>\n The Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree in Islamic Studies develops advanced research skills in Islamic studies through the successful completion of a substantial scholarly research project. The course develops skills in Islamic studies methods, critical analysis of relevant literature, cogent and sustained argument, and clear, precise writing. Students will learn to work under supervision and take up research in a specialised Islamic studies field.<\/p>\n DURATION OF PROGRAMME<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n
|