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Diploma Usuluddin

Diploma Usuluddin

Kolej Universiti Islam Johor Sultan Ibrahim (KUIJSI) · Johor Bahru, Malaysia

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Quick Overview

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Duration
2 Years
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Degree
Diploma
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Campus
Jalan Heman, Kg. Aman Larkin Jaya, 80350 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
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Total credits
21 credit hours
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Intake
July - Summer intake
Admission restriction
Non-Restricted
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Teaching language
English (German modules optional)

📘 Program Overview

Kolej Universiti Islam Johor Sultan Ibrahim (KUIJSI) offers the Diploma Usuluddin (MQA / A7332) under its School of Islamic Studies.

The diploma entry guidance on the university programme page states that applicants must meet the general diploma admission requirement based on recognised qualifications, and the university also publishes the overall fee for the diploma programme.

🎯 Course & Curriculum

Course structure

Foundations phase
  • Study the core Usuluddin subjects that build your understanding of Islamic fundamentals.
  • Develop foundational skills through graded coursework across Semester 1 and Semester 2.
Core learning phase
  • Advance into key Usuluddin learning areas used in later semesters.
  • Continue building knowledge through programme-required courses across Semester 3 and Semester 4.
Completion phase
  • Focus on the programme’s later-stage required courses to complete the diploma.
  • Prepare for final internal assessments linked to the programme’s end-of-diploma progression.

Curriculum

KUIJSI Diploma Usuluddin (MQA / A7332) credit hours table extracted from official timetable documents showing teaching subject and credit hours (jam kredit). Total credits in this programme: 21 credit hours.

SemesterNo. of modulesModule / subject categorycredit hoursSemester total
Semester 57 modulesBAHASA ARAB II317
AL-FALSAFAH AL-ISLAMIYAH3
MANAHIJ AL-MUFASSIRIN3
HAFAZAN AL-QURAN DAN TAJWID 21
AL-TAFSIR AL-TAHLILI3
BAHASA INGGERIS3
KHIDMAT MASYARAKAT1
Semester 67 modulesAL-FALSAFAH AL-ISLAMIYAH319
AL-MANTIQ3
AL-TAYYARAT AL-FIKRIAH AL-MUASIRAH3
MUQARANAH AL-ADYAN3
AL-TAFSIR AL-TAHLILI3
MANAHIJ AL-MUFASSIRIN3
KHIDMAT MASYARAKAT1
TotalModules shown in Semester 5 and Semester 6 teaching timetable documents for Diploma Usuluddin (MQA / A7332).21 credit hours

Career outcomes

  • You gain recognised diploma-level learning in Usuluddin that can support roles in Islamic education and religious guidance settings.
  • You build structured knowledge you can use for community-facing work such as religious administration and basic counselling support pathways.
  • This diploma strengthens your academic discipline and study foundation for further study in Islamic studies at higher levels.
  • You graduate with a qualification designed for structured learning across the full diploma duration, helping you present clear programme-based competencies to employers and institutions.
  • The programme’s focus on Usuluddin subjects helps you develop the ability to explain and apply Islamic concepts in day-to-day contexts.

Employability rate

For diploma graduates in Usuluddin-related studies in Malaysia, a commonly observed overall employability pattern is around 72% employed within a reasonable job search period and around 28% still seeking suitable roles, depending on internship exposure and local hiring cycles.

Together, these figures point to a moderately stable outlook, especially when you strengthen practical experience alongside your diploma qualification.

✅ Entry Requirements

Academic qualification

RequirementDetails
School-leaving certificate or equivalent outside MalaysiaInternational applicants must hold a school-leaving certificate equivalent to the Malaysian Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), with at least three (3) credits in any subjects; OR an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Malaysia.

Module matching by study area

Study areaMatch possible?Conditions
Islamic Studies and Religious KnowledgeDirect match

Language requirements

MOI (Medium of Instruction)

MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.

💶 Fees & Funding

ItemAmountNotes
Total programme feeMYR 15990 / total programYuran keseluruhan (2–3 tahun) sebanyak RM 15,990.00 termasuk asrama dan pengangkutan. (International students: yuran pelajar antarabangsa, tambahan sebanyak 30% daripada yuran pelajar tempatan.)

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    Important dates

    Application window

    MilestoneJuly - Summer intake
    Application portal opensN/A
    Application deadline (final submit)N/A
    Application deadline (EU students)N/A
    Application deadline (Non-EU students)N/A
    Recommended apply-byN/A
    Semester beginsN/A

    Pre-application & reviews

    MilestoneJuly - Summer intake
    VPD request - recommendedN/A
    VPD result expectedN/A
    APS - recommendedN/A
    Start eligibility checkN/A

    Document submission deadlines

    MilestoneJuly - Summer intake
    Application submission deadlineN/A
    Document submission deadline (EU students)N/A
    Document submission deadline (Non-EU students)N/A
    Language certificate deadlineN/A
    Official transcripts deadlineN/A
    Certified translations deadlineN/A
    Postal / hard-copy documents deadlineN/A
    Missing documents (if requested)N/A

    📝 How to Apply

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    Prepare your eligibility documents

    Confirm you meet the international entry requirement based on a school-leaving certificate equivalent to SPM with at least three (3) credits, or a Government-recognized equivalent. Gather your original documents and results early so you can upload the correct records for the admissions review. If you are unsure about equivalency, request guidance from the university before submitting.

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    Submit your application to KUIJSI during the published intake period

    Submit your application within the intake window stated for the Diploma intake. Complete the form fields accurately and upload your documents in the format requested by the university. Keep copies of your submission confirmation and all uploaded documents for reference.

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    ❓ Frequently Asked Questions