Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities
College of Social and Human Sciences
Study Plan – Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Ethics (2024-2025)
| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hours | Prerequisite(s) | Mode of Study |
| First: University Core – 39 Credit Hours | ||||
| ENGU101 | English Language 1 | 3 | – | In Person |
| ARAU100 | Syntax and Morphology 1 | 3 | – | In Person |
| NASU100 | Natural Sciences | 3 | – | In Person |
| SOCU100 | Introduction to the Humanities | 3 | – | In Person |
| RSCU100 | Research and Innovation Methods | 3 | – | In Person |
| ICTU100 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 | – | In Person |
| INVU100 | Fundamentals of Innovation & Entrepreneurship | 3 | – | In Person |
| SSTU100 | Emirati Society and National Identity | 3 | – | Remote |
| ENGU102 | English Language 2 | 3 | ENGU101 | In Person |
| ECOU100 | Principles of Economics | 3 | – | In Person |
| SSTU101 | Sheikh Zayed’s Legacy and Peaceful Coexistence in the UAE | 3 | – | Remote |
| ISLU100 | Islamic Culture | 3 | – | Remote |
| ISLU105 | Introduction to the Science of the Quran | 3 | – | In Person |
| Second: Program Requirements – 12 Credit Hours | ||||
| GRM249 | Syntax and Morphology 2 | 3 | ARAU100 | In Person |
| PHI128 | Islamic Philosophy | 3 | – | In Person |
| EDC255 | Learning Theories and Their Educational Applications | 3 | – | In Person |
| EDC254 | Moral Education | 3 | – | Remote |
| Third: Program Electives – 12 Credit Hours | ||||
| SOC426 | Religion Comparisons | 3 | – | In Person |
| ISL288 | Islam and The Discourse of Renewal | 3 | – | In Person |
| HUM219 | Islamic History and Civilization | 3 | – | In Person |
| JUR266 | Fundamentals of Islamic Jurisprudence 1 | 3 | – | In Person |
| HUM418 | Intellectual Security | 3 | – | In Person |
| EXS258 | Quran Sciences and Principles of Interpretation | 3 | – | In Person |
| PTR262 | Hadith Sciences and Authentication | 3 | – | In Person |
| Fourth: Major Requirements – 57 Credit Hours | ||||
| PHI228 | Introduction to the History of Philosophy | 3 | – | In Person |
| HUM319 | Moral Doctrines | 3 | EDC254 | In Person |
| ISD281 | Islamic Creed | 3 | – | Remote |
| PHI229 | Greek Philosophy | 3 | – | In Person |
| PHI230 | Pioneers of Islamic Philosophy: Issues and Problems | 3 | – | In Person |
| LNG233 | Writing and Expression Skills | 3 | – | In Person |
| ISL388 | The Purposes of Islamic Law | 3 | – | In Person |
| HUM221 | Introduction to Religion Sciences | 3 | – | In Person |
| PHI231 | Educational Philosophy | 3 | – | In Person |
| JUR479 | Jurisprudential Research and Renewal of Religious Discourse | 3 | – | In Person |
| HUM422 | Contemporary Intellectual Issues | 3 | – | In Person |
| PHI328 | Contemporary Moral Philosophy | 3 | HUM319 | In Person |
| HUM321 | International Humanitarian Law and Its Theories | 3 | – | In Person |
| PHI329 | Epistemology and Philosophy of Science | 3 | – | In Person |
| HUM320 | Communication Ethics | 3 | – | In Person |
| CSS495 | Graduation Project | 6 | Successful completion of at least (96) semester hours | Remote |
| CSS496 | Field Training | 6 | – | In Person |
Course fulfillment
A course is completed by obtaining a grade of more than or equal to 60%.
Minimum and maximum academic load for a student
The student’s academic load per semester ranges between (12) credit hours as minimum, (18) credit hours as higher, and (21) credit hours as maximum.
Certificates are awarded at the University of Mohamed bin Zayed For Humanities with one of the following grades:
| Assessment | Grade Point Average (GPA) |
|---|---|
| Excellent | 4.00 – 3.60 |
| Very good | 3.00 – less than – 3.6 |
| Good | 2.5 – less than – 3.00 |
| Pass | 2.00 – less than – 2.5 |
General Provisions
- Students must obtain a clearance from the university to complete graduation procedures, postpone studies, or withdraw or drop out from the university.
- Graduation certificates are granted when they are earned, after completing accreditation procedures according to the approved rules and regulations issued by MBZUH.
After success in this program, the student is expected to be able to:
- Explains the concepts and theoretical knowledge of philosophy and ethics.
- Distinguish conceptual structures, theories, and moral and educational doctrines.
- Discusses some rulings and ideas and compares the different approaches of some ancient and contemporary philosophers.
- Uses the acquired knowledge to develop his abilities and build a personality capable of positive communication.
- Apply scientific and practical skills to understand contemporary issues with intellectual integrity and mental sobriety and contribute to solving them.
- Uses research methods to analyze and investigate contemporary issues with intellectual integrity and mental sobriety and contribute to solving them.
- Uses information technology and modern means of communication to access information in his field of specialization to develop his knowledge and skills and generate new knowledge.
- Committed to rights and duties and bears his responsibility as a specialist in philosophy and ethics in providing ethical philosophical visions that are compatible with society’s values.
- Participates independently in promoting cultural and religious diplomacy and openness to other civilizations, cultures and religions.
- Develops areas of special philosophical interest and investigates them from different perspectives.
- Adopts the complementary vision between ethics, religion, society, and philosophy, and is aware of the relativity of human truth.
Head of Department: DR. Mariam Alzaidi
Program Outline
The program is organized by credit hours, with teaching during the academic week, from Monday to Friday.
Requirements for admission to the undergraduate program:
- That the student has obtained an average of no less than
- 80% in the secondary school certificate for the general track
- 75% in the secondary school certificate for the advanced track
- 70% in the secondary school certificate for the elite track
- The student should pass the personal interview, which includes both an oral interview and a placement test.
Selection and comparison criteria for undergraduate programs
- Knowledge of the Arabic language
- Correct pronunciation and reading
- General knowledge and curiosity
- Knowledge of the English language
For a student to finalize acceptance at the end of the first semester, the following is
required :
- To score no less than (2) in the semester average
- To score no less than (1250) points on the Emirates Standard Test (EmSAT) in the Arabic language, a score of no less than (1000) points in the English language or its equivalent in other standardized tests (IETLS, TOEFL..)
- To score at least (700) in the Emirates Standardized Test (EmSAT) in Mathematics
Graduation requirements
To obtain a bachelor’s degree at Mohammed Bin Zayed University for Humanities, students must complete all courses with a grade of no less than (1.00) in each course, obtain a grade point average (GPA) of no less than (0.2), and complete (120) credit hours as a minimum. They must also pass the proficiency test in the specialization, the English language test, and the Arabic language test with an average of no less than (75%), and successfully complete all major curricular requirements, including practical training and graduation projects