| 1. | Explains the fundamental concepts, theoretical approaches, research methods, and key issues in the field of Islamic history and arts at an advanced level. |
| 2. | Examines events, works, and cultural processes related to the field within their historical contexts, and engages in analysis, synthesis, and critical evaluation. |
| 3. | They follow current research and methodological debates in their field and evaluate how these can contribute to their own work. |
| 4. | They utilize domestic and international literature, primary sources, and written, visual, auditory, or material culture data relevant to their field, in accordance with the principles of source criticism. |
| 5. | It develops comparative interpretations by drawing upon the relationships between Islamic history and arts and various disciplines, such as theology, history, art history, archaeology, literature, and musicology. |
| 6. | Investigates a well-defined research problem within a specific field, employing appropriate methods and adhering to scientific ethical principles in an independent manner; communicates the findings in accordance with the conventions of academic writing and presentation. |