I (male) live in a Muslim country but must return to a non-Muslim country to complete an MSc unavailable at home, as my BSc alone limits my job prospects. Having since sought ilm, would I be sinful for returning if I avoid haram and all doors to fitnah? I want to finish it and go back home.

Ustadh AbdulAziz al-Haqqan

Shaykh Ibn Uthaymin said it is allowed only with three conditions: knowledge that repels the doubts, religion that holds you back from desires, and a real need, meaning the field is not available in Muslim lands.