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College of Islamic and Arabic Studies

Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim. — Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

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Mindanao State University

Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography

AACCUP Accredited

Level III Re-Accredited Status

CHED Recognized

Center of Excellence in Fisheries Education

About the College of Islamic and Arabic Studies

Where Islamic scholarship and Arabic language excellence meet, nurturing faith, intellect, and service to the Muslim Ummah and the nation.

College of Islamic and Arabic Studies Building

Our Islamic and Arabic Heritage

A center for Islamic learning and Arabic language mastery in the southern Philippines

Est. 1982

The College of Islamic and Arabic Studies is committed to providing quality education in Islamic sciences and Arabic language, guided by the principles of Islam and the needs of the Bangsamoro and Filipino communities. We aim to produce graduates who are grounded in Islamic values, proficient in Arabic, and equipped to serve as leaders, educators, and scholars.

Islamic Scholarship

Deepening understanding of Qur’an, Hadith, Fiqh, and Islamic civilization

Arabic Language Mastery

Promoting fluency in Arabic for academic and professional excellence

Community Service

Serving the Muslim Ummah and society through education and outreach

Cultural Preservation

Upholding Islamic and local traditions in a diverse and changing world

Have questions about our programs or admission process? Reach out to us through any of the channels below.

Email

msutctocof@msutawi-tawi.edu.ph

Phone

+63 917 134 7952

+63 905 242 2820

Address

College of Fisheries, MSU-TCTO Campus

Sanga-Sanga, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi, Philippines

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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MSU-TCTO Embarks on Partnership with the Global Futures Society, Becoming the Newest Member of the Dubai Future Foundation’s Global Network

As a member of the Global Futures Society (GFS) under the Dubai Future Foundation, the Mindanao State University – Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography (MSU-TCTO) gains access to a global network of futurists, institutions, and innovators dedicated to shaping inclusive and sustainable futures. This membership helps MSU-TCTO become more visible internationally and improves its ability to predict future trends, allowing the university to participate in global discussions, research, and projects that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals and national development needs.

MSU-TCTO: Proud Member of the UN Champion for Future Generations, Advancing Global Foresight Leadership

The MSU Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography is now a proud member of the UN Champion for Future Generations, coordinated by the School of International Futures (SOIF)—strengthening its institutional prestige and enhancing its visibility within the global futures and foresight community.

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