MA Islamic Studies - Umma Final

PROPOSED CURRICULUM
FOR
MASTERS OF ARTS IN ISLAMIC STUDIES
SUBMITTED TO THE
COMMISSION FOR UNIVERSITY EDUCATION
(CUE)
OCTOBER, 2015
1.0 General Information

Umma University is an established Islamic-based University in Kenya accredited by the
Commission for University Education (CUE) with the goal of increasing access to quality higher
education to diverse disadvantaged and vulnerable individuals and communities.
1.1 Vision of Umma University
The University of Excellence in higher education and innovative technology based on high moral
values.
1.2 Mission of Umma University
To provide quality university education and training through nurturing and promoting creativity and
innovation, transmission and integration of knowledge and technology in order to produce holistic
graduates of high value and integrity.
1.3 Philosophy of Umma University
Umma University is the place that nurtures big dream that value life, uphold moral values, respect
for nature, culture and its content, and utilizes the best of science, technology and innovations for
the advancement of human dignity and integrity. The University being Islamic-based will
endeavour the process of knowledge integration to enable learners recaste the corpus of human
knowledge to conform to the basic tenets of a moral global view.
1.3 Vision of the Department

The department aims to be a pioneer in the field of Islamic Studies to promote Scholars, capable of
bringing about positive change for the betterment of self, family, society and humanity on the basis
of moderate approach derived from the Holy Quran and Sunnah - Tradition of the Prophet (PBUH).
1.4 Mission of the Department
The department is committed:
To empower the younger generation through quality education in both revealed and scientific
knowledge.
To promote competent, creative scholars in the field through scientific research.
To provide excellent ambience for language skill development and leadership qualities through
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various training programmes.

2.0 Title of the Proposed Programme
The name of the propsed programme will be: Masters of Arts in Islamic Studies
2.1 Philosophy of the Programme:
The philosophy of the Programme is to enrich students with the fundamental principles and
practices of The Qurn and Sunnah, which are the sources of Islam, the Constitution of the Islamic
law and the basis of Sharia revealed by Almighty Allh who is merciful to His servants and caters
for their welfare in this world and in the hereafter. The sources of Islam are the foundation of
Islamic jurisprudence that accompanied the Islamic civilisation and supported it in leading the
world by implementing flexible legislation and realistic laws through diligent efforts of Muslim
scholars. Hence, the more the Islamic sciences are distant from the two sources, the more its light
is extinguished. Based in this premise, Umma Universityproposes to establish a Master of Arts in
Islamic Studies to enable graduates of the Faculty of Islamic Studies at the University and others.
2.2 Rationale of the Programme:
The Masters of Arts in Islamic Studies programme of the Umma University seeks to improve the
science and practice of the Quran and Sunnah. It explores the Islamic civilizational dialogues in the
perspective of the changing world. The Course is designed to advance knowledge of understanding,
skills and talents development from Islamic perspectives. There is a great need in the society for the
Programme to respond to the increasing demand by society, business and government for Islamicbased professionals. The following reference points were used in designing the programme;
Schools learning and teaching strategy and the QAA framework for higher education qualifications
and staff research
Graduates of this programme will find employment in national government ministries, private
sector enterprises, non-governmental organizations and the United Nations organizations. They will
also be capable of running business and religious institutions.
2.3 Goal of the Programme:
The goal of the Programme is to produce competent graduates with Islamic-based knowledge, skills
and talents that are capable of responding to the increasing and complex demand of the society,
business and government.
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2.4 Objectives of the Programme

The programme objectives covering the two years of M.A. course are as follows:
a. To provide a broad understanding of Islam as a way of life.
b. To acquire revealed knowledge of Quran and Hadeeth (Traditions of Prophet (PBUH).
c. To develop students' ability in analyzing texts of Quran and Hadeeth as sources of Islamic
Jurisprudence.
d. To train students in finding solutions for modern issues of family life and social life in the
light of Quran and Hadeeth.
e. To learn basic concepts and philosophy of Major religions namely about God, world life and
hereafter.
f. To develop students' language skills in both Arabic and English.
2.5 Expected Learning Outcomes of the Programme:
The following are the expected learning outcomes of the programme:
1. Demonstrate Islamic viewpoints to people from all walks of life.
2. Derive principles and theories from the sources of Islamic jurisprudence.
3. Compare views of different schools of thought by applying principles of jurisprudence.
4. Contribute to the inter-faith dialogues to promote harmony among plural societies.
5. Address modern issues related to family and social life in the Islamic perspective.
6. Give solutions for disputes related to inheritance and waqf (Endowments).
7. Lead congregational prayers and deliver sermons.
8. Translate and interpret texts from Arabic to English and vice versa.
9. Pursue higher studies in Islamic studies, Arabic language and other fields.
2.6 Mode of Delivery

The programme is offered through a face-to-face or classroom learning, case studies, research
projects trans-disciplinary approaches, community outreach projects using participatory
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methodologies, webinars (online seminars),. Students will be required to attend specified numbers
of lectures/tuturials guided by competent lecturers.
2.7 Academic Regulations for the M.A. in Islamic Studies

2.7.1 Admission Requirements:
2.7.1.1 The common regulations for the Masters degree in the Umma University shall apply.
2.7.1.2 The following shall be eligible for the registration for the Masters degree:
i. Holder of at least an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in in Islamic
studies/religious studies or related studies from a recognized university;
ii. A holder of lower second class with at least two years of relevant work experience after
graduation;
iii. Holder of a pass degree with at least three years of relevant work experience after graduation.
2.7.2 Course Requirements:
This includes regular lecture attendance, active class participation, assignments and end of semester
examination. Lecturers to provide guidance and leadership in teaching of individual courses, setting
and administering examinations and undertaking of research projects.
2.7.3 Sudent Assessment
Individual courses within the programme will be assessed through (a) Continous Assessment Tests
(CATs) which will constitute 40% of the total marks, (b) End of Semester examination which will
account for 60%.
2.7.4 Grading System
a) Grades
The marks shall be translated into the following letter grades:70 % and above
A- Distinction
60% to 69%
B- Credit
50% to 59%
C-Satisfactory
below 50%
F- Fail
b) Pass Mark
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The pass Mark shall be 50% of the full mark (100%)

2.7.5 Moderation of Examinations
i.
All examination papers shall be internally moderated by the departmental /school
ii.
Examination Board before they are sent for external moderation.

External examiners appointed from outside the University shall moderate draft of
examination papers and evaluate marked scripts. Marks awarded by the external examiner
will be final.
Final examination results shall be discussed at the faculty /school examination board before
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they are sent to senate for final approval.

2.7.6 Examination Regulations
All candidates taking the programme examinations will be expected to abide by the university
examinations rules.
2.7.7 Types of Examinations
This shall be three types of examinations; namely Ordinary, Supplementary and special
examinations
i.
Ordinary Examinations
All course units shall be examined at the end of the semester in which they are taken. These will be
marked and graded as in 1.8 above.
ii.
Supplementary Examinations
These examinations will be taken by candidates who fail any two course units, up to a maximum of
three course units per semester; a maximum mark of 50% will be awarded. A candidate who fails
one unit shall be given supplementary examination in that paper.
iii Special Examinations

Candidates who are unable to do the Ordinary Examinations at the end of the semester due to
acceptable unavoidable circumstances may on the recommendation of the Faculty/ School
Examinations Board to the Senate or its equivalent be allowed to take special Examinations.
Special examinations will be marked and graded as ordinary examinations.
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2.7.8 Repeating
i.
A candidate who fails the Supplementary examinations will repeat the Course Unit
ii.
No candidate shall be allowed to re-repeat a course unit more than once
iii.
A candidate who fails in four or more units in a given semester shall repeat the semester
iv.
A candidate who attends less than 33.75 lecture hours in a course unit will not be allowed
to sit for that exam and must repeat the unit
2.7.9. Disciplinary Action

Candidates involved in an examinations irregularities such as cheating, collusion with another
student, use of unauthorized materials or impersonation shall appear before the disciplinary
committee of the Faculty/ school Examinations Board for necessary actions.
2.7.10 Discontinuation
A student shall be discontinued from the programme under one of the following circumstances:i.
ii.
Gross misconduct or misbehavior in the university especially during the examinations may
be discontinued on disciplinary basis
However a student who is discontinued on academic grounds in one programme may be
admitted in another programme if he /she qualify for the programme. Such a student may be
exempted from the core units passed in the previous programme.
2.7.11 Mode of Appeal

a) In all examination dissatisfied student can apply for a re- mark, which will be done by an
independent examiner
b) Discontinued and other dissatisfied student by the decision of the Disciplinary committee
can appeal to the Senate
c) Period allowed for appeal is 45 days after the exam result has been released, any appeal
after this period will not be accepted unless a valid reason has been stated
2.7.12 Regulations for Thesis
The student should write a research proposal on a chosen topic approved by the department and
defend the research proposal in the department.and defend the thesis in the department.
2.7.13 Graduation Requirements
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1. Successful completion of the prescribed course units (core and electives).

2. Completion of the research thesis and passing of the oral defense.
3. Completion of the graduation procedure
2.8 Course Evaluation
i.
Students and the Head of Department shall carry out the evaluation of teaching the
programme.
ii.
Student shall be given an opportunity to evaluate their lecturers at the end of each semester.
iii.
Completed student evaluation forms shall be forwarded to the Dean of Faculty for analysis.
iv.
Other methods for the evaluation include:- student learning self-evaluation, lecturer teaching
self evaluation, peer review and the external evaluation assessment
v.
Further course assessment procedures as stipulated in provisions sections file,
2.9 Management and Administration of the Programme

The course will be based at Thika campus and headed by the Dean of Islamic Sharia and Islamic
studies.
2.9.1 Duration and Structure of the Programme
The course period is made up of four semester. Three semesters of course work and one semester is
for thesis (6 units).
3.0 Course Structure

3.1 Year 1
SEMESTER 1.
S.NO
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
1.
MISL: 800
Functional Arabic
2.
MISL: 801
Thematic (Tafseer) Commentary of Holy Quran
3.
MISL: 802
Hadith
4.
MISL: 803
Usulul Fiqh- Principles of Jurisprudence

ELECTIVES
5.
MISL: 804
Islamic Economics
6.
MISL: 805
Evolution of Islamic Jurisprudence
SEMESTER 11
S.
NO.
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
1.
MISL: 806
Ulumul Hadith
2.
MISL: 807
Usul al Fiqh: Maslaha Mursalah (Welfare) & Maqaasid al

Shareeah (Objectives of Shareeah)
3.
MISL: 808
Quranic Arabic
ELECTIVES
4.
MISL: 809
Al-Siyasah al-Shariyyah
5.
MISL: 809
Muslim Thinkers and Reform Movements
SEMESTER 111
S. No
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
1.
MISL: 810
Ulumul Quran
2.
MISL: 811
Comparative Fiqh
MISL: 812
Contemporary Dawa Movements

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ELECTIVES
4.
MISL: 813
History of Muslim Civilization
5.
MISL: 814
Muslim Thinkers and Reform Movements
6.
MISL: 815
Orientalists and Their Contribution to Islam
7.
MISL: 816
Classical Islamic Philosophy
SEMESTER IV
S.NO
COURSE CODE
NAME OF THE COURSE
1.
MISL: 817
Research/Dissertation
MISL 800: FUNCTIONAL ARABIC

Course Purpose
The course aims to Impart to the students basic elements of Arabic and its structure and train them
in Arabic conversation according to the situations. The course also assists the students to Practice
the Arabic language according to context, purpose and audience.
Expected Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, the student should be able to:
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a)
Recognize and understand Arabic language elements that have been recombined in new
b)
ways.
Communicate in Arabic on familiar topics such as personal and accommodation needs,
c)
introduction and identification of self, others, objects, exchange of greetings etc.

Develop sentences and short paragraphs related to most survival needs such as food,
lodging, transportation, immediate surroundings and some important situations.
Course Description
Rihla ila Shathi al Bahr, Fit Thareeq, Hareeq fi Masna al Darrajah, Al Qadhi Al Aadil, Al
Taqs., Umar Bin Khathab (RA), Al Sadaaqah, Ziyarah ila Riyadh, Khadijah binth Khuwailid
(RA), Risala min Makkah Al Mukarramah, Thilmidh fil Madrasah, Khalid Bin Al Waleed
(RA), Ghazwa Badr al Kubra, Al Rayee Wal Dhibu Wa Ahlul Qaryah, Abu Bakr al
Siddique (RA) Al Marah fil Islam, Al Usrah Al Muslimah, Al Malikul Hakeem, Min
Akhlaq al Muslimeen
Teaching And Learning Methods
a) Lectures
b) Class presentations
c) Class discussion
Instructional Materials And Equipment
Overhead projector, Power point, Flip charts, Hand-outs, Charts and Felt Pens.
Course Evaluation
Continuous Assessment Tests and Assignments:
30%
End of Semester Examinations:
70%
Total:
100%
Core Reading Materials

1. Arabiya Lin Nashiyeen (Education Ministry, K.S.A.), Bukhari Aalim Arabic College, 2005.
2. Durus Al Lugathil Arabiyya by Dr. F. Abdur Raheem, Published by Islamic Foundation
Trust, Chennai, 2002.
3. Al Qirathul Arabiyya Lil Mubtadiyeen (Ummul Qura University, Makkah), Bukhari Aalim
Arabic College, 2005.
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MISL 801: Thematic Tafseer /commentary of The Quran

Course Purpose
The aim of the course is to explain the thematic exegesis (al-tafsir al-maw i) of the Quran by
discussing tafsir by the Quran itself, polysemy (wujh wa nair)
and collections of legal
verses (yt al-ah km), metaphors (maj al-Qurn), abrogation (al-nsikh wal-manskh) and
potentially difficult passages (gharb al-Qurn). It will describe presentation of the Qurans
teachings, through thematic commentary with reference to explanations of individual surahs based
on their unifying themes, as well as

Understand the comprehensive message of the Quran

Demonstrate new aspects of its miraculous nature.
Analyse topics with reference to all relevant verses, with proper attention to context.
Form sound conclusions about the Quranic method in addressing a particular topic or using
a particular term.
Course Descriptions
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Gathering relevant verses, categorizing them in order of revelation, in terms of

Makki/Madani.
Consulting
works
of
traditional
commentary
(i.e.
tafsr
maw i/tah ll) to determine the meaning of the individual verses, and to be fully aware
of relevant details such as Prophetic explanations, contexts of revelation, abrogation,
and relation to other verses (e.g. general vs. specific) as explained by previous
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authorities.
Providing explanation for all verses that require it, including to justify their inclusion
under a certain heading, with reference to trusted works of tafsr.

Elaborating on the theme and how the Quranic verses and their explanations contribute
to our understanding of that theme. Where necessary, misconceptions concerning the
subject and its treatment in the Quran

All the above must be carried out within the general ethics and norms of exegesis of the
Quran, paying attention to the special characteristics of the Arabic Quran e.g. its
divine origin and perfection and distinguishing authentic narrations and opinions from
the weak and spurious.

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a) Lectures
c) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Shaykh Muh ammad al-Ghazl. A Thematic Commentary on the Quran (IIIT), also
published as Journey Through the Quran (Dr al-Taqw).
2. Towards a Thematic Commentary on the Chapters of the Noble Quran (Nah w tafsr
3.
4.
5.
6.
maw li-suwar al-Qurn al-karm).

Pondering on the Quran by Amin Ahsan Islahi (Islamic Book Trust),
al-Biya fil-tafsr al-maw by Dr. Abd al-Hayy al-Farmw
Fasl al-khitb
fil-tafsr al-maw by Dr. Abd al-Rah mn Awais.
al-Makhal il al-tafsr al-maw
by Dr. Abd al-Sattr Fath allh Sad (Maktabat al-
mn).
7. Ahmad Shehu Abdussalams Concorance of Qurnic Polysemy (IIUM Press, 2008).
MISL 802: HADITH
Course Purpose
The aim of the course is to examines the second source of Shariah ruling evidence, looks at
different dimensions of the science of Prophetic tradition (Hadith), what role Hadith plays in
Shariah rulings, how Hadith was preserved, compiled and transmitted through generation after
generation, and what are the principles of correct understanding of this science.
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Acquire a clear understanding of the position of Hadith in Islamic law
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b)
c)
d)
e)
Develop a deeper understanding of the method of its preservation and transmission

Appreciate the level of scrutiny it has undergone for authentication
Explain degrees of authenticity, types, books and its scholars
Develop a holistic approach to better understand the science of Hadith
Course Descriptions
The development of Hadith science, The position of Hadith as Islamic evidence, Knowledge of
Hadith narrators and contents, The position of Hadith (acceptance and rejection), The level of
authenticity (Mutawatir & Ahad), The compilation of Hadith (Tadwin), The preservers of Hadith
(Tahammul & Rijal), Knowledge of 'Jarh' and 'Tai'dil' (integrity of narrators), 'Al-nasikh walmansukh' of Hadith (abrogation), The struggle of scholars in preventing fabricated Hadith, The
books and scholars of Hadith, Principles of understanding Hadith/Sunnah
f) Lectures
g) Class presentations
h) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Bulugh al-Maram min Adillat al-Ahkam by Al Hafizh Ibn Hajar Al Asqalani, Darul Jeel,
Beirut.
2. Subulus Salam by Imam Sanani, Maktabathu Ishathil Islam, Delhi, India.
3. Nailul Awtaar by Shawkani, Dar Al Fikr, Beirut, 2000.
4. Mishkaatul Masaabeeh by Shaikh Waliyuddin al Tabrezi, Maktabah Ashrafiya, Deoband,
India.
5. Mirqaat al Mafaateeh by Allama Ibn Sulthan Mohamed (Mullah Ali Qari) Darul Fikr,
Lebanon, 1994.
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MISL 803: USUL AL- FIQH

Course Purpose
The aim of the course is addresses the methodology related to Islamic jurisprudence (usul al-fiqh).
The development of Islamic Law in the early history of Islam, the emergence of ijtihad (Islamic
legal interpretation), together with the revealed and non-revealed sources of law and methodology
of usul al-fiqh will also be addressed. In addition, the four primary sources of law as well as other
supplementary sources of law used in the practice of ijtihad (independent legal deduction) will also
be discussed.

By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the development of Islamic legal theory (usul alb)
c)
d)
e)
fiqh),
Discuss critically the primary and supplementary sources of Islamic law
Show an in-depth understanding of the methodology of Islamic law making
Analyse critically arguments and propositions used in Islamic legal rulings (fatwa)
Critically apply the methodology of Islamic jurisprudence
Course Descriptions
History of Islamic law and emergence of legal schools, Ijtihad (Independent legal deduction), The
first source of law - the Qur'an, The second source of law Sunnah, The third source of law - Qiyas
(Analogical Reasoning), The fourth source of law - Ijma (Consensus of Community), Istihsan
(Equity in Islam), Istislah (Considerations of Public Interest), Istishab (Presumption of Continuity),
Urf (Customs),Sa al-Dhara'i (Blocking the Means to Harm)
f) Lectures
g) Class presentations
h) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
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70%
Total:
100%

1. Fiqh Al Sunnah by Syed Sabiq, Darul Fath, Cairo 1999.
2. Nailul Awtaar by Shawkani- Dar Al Fikr, Beirut,2000.
3. Al Hidhayah by Burhanuddin Al Murgheenani, Makthabah Ashrafiya, Deoband, India.
Further Reading Resources
1. Ilm Usul Al Fiqh by Abdul Wahhab Khallaf, Cairo, 2002.
2. Usul Al Fiqh by Abu Zuhra, Demascas, II Edition 1998.
3. Al Wajeez fee Usulil Fiqh by Wahba al Zuhaili, Darul Fikr, Damascus.
804 MISL: ULUMUL HADITH

Course Purpose
The aim of the course is to focus on the study of the development of Hadith literature. Students
examine selected texts from the canonical collection of traditions together with commentaries,
which scrutinize traditions from theological, legal and linguistic perspectives. This also includes a
review of the classical introductions to the science of the study of traditions and the careful attempts
to authenticate the stock of Hadith literature.
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Develop a distinct understanding of the historical and conceptual significance of the Hadith
b) Analyze the role Hadith plays in the synthesis of Islamic faith and practice.
c) Critically analyze the linguistic and structural features of the Hadith literature and the
theoretical contexts which defined approaches to Hadith study
Course Descriptions
History of Islamic law and emergence of legal schools, Ijtihad (Independent legal deduction), The
first source of law - the Qur'an, The second source of law Sunnah, The third source of law - Qiyas
(Analogical Reasoning), The fourth source of law - Ijma (Consensus of Community), Istihsan
(Equity in Islam), Istislah (Considerations of Public Interest), Istishab (Presumption of Continuity),
Urf (Customs),Sa al-Dhara'i (Blocking the Means to Harm)
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d) Lectures
e) Class presentations
f) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Azami, M., Studies in early Hadith literature (Indianapolis: American Trust Publications,
1978).
2. Burton, J., Introduction to the tradition (Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press, 2000).
3. Guillaume, A., The Traditions of Islam (Beirut: Khayyat, 1961).
4. Juynboll, G. H. A., Muslim tradition: studies in chronology, provenance and authorship of
early Hadith (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1983).
5. Schacht, J., The Origins of Muhammadan jurisprudence (Oxford: Clarendon Press, 1950)
6. Siddiqi, M.Z., Hadith literature: its origin, development, special features and criticism
(Cambridge: Islamic Texts Society, 1993).
MISL:805 USUL AL- FIQH: MASLAHA AL-MURSALA AND MAQASID AL-SHARIAH
Course Purpose
This course concentrates on the history, indicators and methodological principles of Islamic
jurisprudence (fiqh). It describes the origin and development of Islamic legal theory. It traces the
efforts made by the leading Muslim legal theorists in explaining the ways that human mind can
interact with the revelation. Likewise, it focuses on the methods of reasoning adopted by various
schools of jurisprudence to expound the Islamic law. The course also discusses theories on the
objectives of Shari` ah (Maqasi al-Shariah) and emphasizes the need for ijtiha and its role in
harmonizing the requirements of the Muslims contemporary life with the imperatives of the Quràn
and Sunnah.
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By the end of the course, the student should be able to:-
a) Define fiqh and usul al-fiqh and distinguish between them

b) Describe the historical development of usul al-fiqh and differentiate between the different
schools of Islamic Law.
Outline al-Shafiì`s basic usuli ideas in al-Risalah.
c)
d) Explain the Islamic legal rule (al-hukm al-shar), its types, sub-categories and pillars.
e) Explicate various sources of Islamic law.
f) Discuss modern trends on the questions of ijtiha and reform of usul al-fiqh.
Course Descriptions
Introduction: Overview of the course, Definition of fiqh and usul al-fiqh , subject matter, aims and
scope, significance and characteristics.
Origin and Developments: Pre-al- Shafii development, Post-al-Shafii and onwards. The Schools
of Usul-al-Fiqh, Basic ideas in al-Shafii`s al- Risala.
The rule of Law or value of Shariah (al-Hukm al-Shari): Meaning, Types, Normative law (alHukm al- Taklifi), its categories and related issues, Non-normative law (al- Hukm al-Wai), it
classification and related issues. Pillars of Hukm al-Shari: 1. Hukm, Al-Hakim (the lawgiver),
Mahkum fihi. Mahkum Alayhi,
Sources of the Shariah (indicators of the law) - Textual (revealed): The Quràn: characteristics of
legislation, Sunnah: legislative authority, meaning and classification, Ijma (consensus of opinion),
Qiyas (analogical deduction), Istihsan (favorable construction), Maslahah Mursalah (unrestricted
public interest), Maqasid al-Shariah, Istishab (presumption of continuity).
g) Lectures
h) Class presentations
i) Class discussion
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Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Al-Shafiì, Muhammad ibn Idris (1987), al-Risalah fi Usul al-Fiqh, trans: Majid Khadduri,
Second Edition, Cambridge: Islamic Texts Society.
2. Hasan, Ahmad (1999), The Sources of Fiqh: A General Survey, Islamic Studies, Vol.29,
No.4, Islamabad: Islamic research Institute.
3. Kamali, Mohammad Hashim (1991), Principles of Islamic Jurispruence, Cambridge:
Islamic Texts Society.
4. Nyazee, Imran Ahsan Khan (1994), Theories of Islamic Law, Islamabad, IIIT.
5. Nyazee, Imran Ahsan Khan (2000), Islamic Jurispruence, Islamabad: IIIT,Islamic
Research Institute.
Further Readings
1. Al-Alwani, Taha Jabir (1990), Source Methoology In Islamic Jurispruence, Riyadh:
International Islamic Publishing House and IIIT.
2. Amini, Mohd Taqi (1986), Funamentals of Ijtiha, trans: Ghulam Ahmed Khan, Delhi:
Idarah-I Abdiyat Delhi.
3. Fareed, Muneer Goolam (1996), Legal Reform in the Muslim Worl, London: Austin
&Winfield.
4. Faruqi, Muhammad Yusuf (1995), Development of Usul al-Fiqh, Islamabad: Shariah
Academy.
5. Hallaq, Wael B. (1997), A History of Islamic Legal Theories, U.K.: Cambridge University
Press.
6. Hallaq, Wael B. (1995), Law an Legal Theory in Classical an Meieval Islam,
VARIORUM.
7. Hasan, Ahmad (1988), The Early Development of Islamic Jurispruence, Islamabad:
Islamic Research Institute.
8. Hassan, Ahmad (1984), Principles of Islamic Jurispruence, Delhi: Adam Publishers.
9. Khadduri, Majid (1955), Origin an Development of Islamic law, Washington.
10. Laldin, Mohamad Akram (2006), Introuction To Shariah an Islamic Jurispruence, Kuala
Lumpur: C
MISL: 806 ISLAMIC ECONOMICS

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Course Purpose
This course aims to provide an overview of the organizing principles and fundamentals of an
Islamic economy. With deep discussion of the characteristics, rationale, key institutions, objectives,
and instruments at work, the book addresses the core economic principles underlying a system
based on the foundational teachings of Islam, and examines the implications for economic policies.
Social welfare, economic justice, market functionality, efficiency, and equity are explored from an
Islamic perspective, and the role and instruments of fiscal and monetary policy in Islamic systems
are used to illustrate contemporary applications.
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Develop an understanding of the Islamic economic system and its institutional scaffolding
b) Differentiate between the major characteristics of the dominant conventional economy and
one based on the fundamental sources of Islam
c) Understand the conditions that must be met for a just, well-balanced, stable, and growing
economy
d) Clarify the role of State, public policy, and risk-sharing in the Islamic financial system
Course Descriptions
Definition of an economic system
Current state of the global economic system
Islamic economic paradigm
Short history of Islamic economic thought in Islam
Social economic justice
Prohibition of interest (Al-Riba)
Risk sharing economic system
Role of the state in the Islamic economic system
Building blocks of the Islamic financial system
Takaful ( Islamic Insurance)
a) Lectures
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c) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Ahmad, Abdul Rahman Yousri. (2011). The Scientific Approach to Islamic Economics:
Philosophy, Theoretical Construction and Applicability, in Habib Ahmed and Muhammad
Sirajul Hoque, eds., Hanbook of Islamic Economics, vol. 1 (Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Islamic
Research and Training Institute), pp. 67.
2. Ahmad, I. (1944). The Social Contract an the Islamic State (Allahabad: Urdu Publishing
House).
3. Ahmad, Ziauddin. (1991). Islam, Poverty, an Income Distribution (Leicester, UK: Islamic
Foundation).
4. Akerlof, George A. (1970). The Market for Lemons: Quality Uncertainty and the Market
Mechanism, Quarterly Journal of Economics 84, no. 3, pp. 488500.
5. Akerlof, George A., and Robert J. Shiller. (2009). Animal Spirits: How Human Psychology
Drives the Economy, an Why It Matters for Global Capitalism (Princeton, NJ: Princeton
University Press).
6. Al-Hakimi, M. R., M. Al-Hakimi, and Ali Al-Hakimi. (1989). Al-Hayat, vol. 6 (Tehran:
Maktab Nashr Al-Thaqrafa Al-Islamiyyah), pp. 324451.
7. Al-Hasani, Baqir, and Abbas Mirakhor, eds. (2003). Essays on Iqtisa: The Islamic
Approach to Economic Problems (New York: Global Scholarly Publications)
8. Alpay, Savas, Murat Atlamaz, and Esat Bkimli. (2011). Trade among OIC Countries:
Limits of Islamic Solidarity, Insight Turkey 13, no. 2, pp. 145170.
9. Al-Sadr, M. B. (1968). Iqtisauna, 2nd ed. (Beirut: Dar al Fikr).
10. . (1980). Falsafatuna. (Beirut: Dar Al-Ta'arof Lil-Matbu'at)
11. Al-Sadr, Shaheed Seyyed M. B. (1979). Iqtisauna. (Beirut: ...
Further Readings
1. Siddiqi, M. Nejatullah, "Teaching Macroeconomics from an Islamic Perspective", PP: 11520
117, See also comments on the same paper PP: 159-162: King Abdulaziz University
Journal: Islamic Economics, Vol. 1, 1409 H (1989).
2. Dunia, Shawqi, Lessons in Islamic Economics, PP: 59-73.
3. IRTI: Lecture in Islamic Economics, Kulliyayah of Economics, IIU Malaysia: Readings in
the Methodology of Islamic Economics. Reading in Islamic Economics Theory.Kahf,
Monzer: The Islamic Economy.
4. Siddiqi, M.N., "Economic Enterprise in Islam" Lahore, Islamic Foundation, 1972.
5. AL-Mubarak, M., "The System of Islam: The Economy", Dar al- Fikr, Beirut, Lebanon, 1398
H (1978).
6. AL-Thumali, A., "Economic Freeom an the State Intervention" a Ph.D. dissertation
presented to Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, 1405 H (1985).
7. Bin Eid, Mohammad El-Gari, "An Introuction to The Founations of The Islamic
Economy", DAR HAFIZ, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, 1411 H (1991).
8. Al-Misri, R.Y., "The Founations of Islamic Economy", Dar Al- Qalam (Damascus), Al-Dar
Al-Shamiyyah (Beirut), Dar al-Bashir (Jeddah), Saudi Arabia 1409 H (1989).
MISL 807: Ulumul Quran
Course Purpose
The aim of this course is to give you a comprehensive understanding of the following basic issues
about the Quran: Revelation, Compilation, Standardization, Message and the style of the holy
book.
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Define the meaning of the Quran as a holy book of the Muslims.
b) Explain the events that led to the revelation of the Quran.
c) Describe the personality of the Prophet and the mission which Allah has charged him with
d)
e)
f)
g)
for the whole mankind.

Understand the significance of the names of the Quran.
Identify the divisions of the Quran
Discuss the term Tafsir and its place in the understanding of the Quran.
Relate and evaluate the views of non-Muslims about the Quran.
Course Descriptions
Meaning and purpose of the revelation of the Quran, understanding the message of the Prophet
Muhammad as the last of the messengers of Allah, Makkan and Madinah Suwar, divisions of the
Quran, uniqueness, inimitability and the divine status of the Quran, nature of revelation and the
place of the Quran in the life of a Muslims, the relevance, use and importance of the study of the
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Quran.
j) Lectures
k) Class presentations
l) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Abul Ala Mawdudi (1989) Towars Unerstaning Islam, United Kingdom, The Islamic
Foundation
2. Abdalati Hammudah (1976), Islam in Focus, Indiana, U.S. A.
3. Abdulah Yusuf Ali (1999) The Quran: Translation an Commentary, United Kingdom,
ICPCI, Islamic Vision.
4. M.O.A Abdul (1981), Gateway to Islam, Ijebu-Ode, Nigeria, Islamic Publications Bureau,
Muhammad Ahmad (1992) Misinterpretations of the Quran, Ibadan Nigeria, Islamic
Education Trust,
5. Din Rana (1989), What is Islam, London, Taha Publisher,
6. Ahmad Von Denffer (1986), Ulum al Quran (An Introduction to the Sciencesof the
Quran) United Kingdom, the Islamic Foundation,
7. H. Haykal The Life of Muhamma (1982), Lagos, Academic press Limited,
8. Marmaduke Pickthall, Quranic Avices, Lagos, Nigeria, Islamic Publications Bureau,
9. Sayyid Qutb, (1979), In the shae of the Quran, London, M.W.H London Publishers.
MISL 808: QURANIC ARABIC
Course Purpose
The course enables the students to develop the interpersonal and communicative skills in language
of the Quran through learning basic vocabulary and phrase/sentence structures. It also familiarizes
the student the use of the language according to context, purpose and audience in the teaching of
the Quran.
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a) Read and understand Arabic language elements that have been recombined in new ways
to achieve different meanings at a similar level of simplicity.
b) Articulate minimum courtesy requirements and maintain very simple face-to- face
conversations.
c) Formulate and respond to simple questions.
Course Description
(Wahdah): Sayeed bin Aamir (Mubthada & Khabar - Singular, Dual & Plural), Al Ayaad fil Islam
(Types of Khabar), Tadween al Sunnah al Nabawiya (Al Faail), Hidha Abil Qasim (Mafwool bihi),
Fil Masjid al Haram (Inna wa akhawathuhaa), Ibleesu yantasiru (Qirat), Iyas Al Qadhi (Huroof Jar),
Amr bin al Aas wal Qaaid al Romani (Mudhaf Ilaihi), Al Imtihanaat al Madrasiyya: Mushkilah
Aalamiyya (Nakirah & Marifah).
Tareekh al Madaris (Naaib Faail & Majhool), Al Mara fee Hayat al Rasool, Islamu Abi Hudhaifa
(Al Asma al Khamsah), Sad bin Abi Waqqas (Raf al Mudhari & Al Afaal al Khamsah), Al Shura
wal Muaradha inda Umar bi al Khathab (Nasab lil Mudhari).
a) Lectures
c) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

a) Al Arabiya Lin Nashiyeen (Education Ministry, K.S.A.), Bukhari Aalim Arabic College,
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2005.
b) Durus Al Lugathil Arabiyya by Dr. F. Abdur Raheem, Published by Islamic Foundation
Trust, Chennai, 2002.
c) Al Qirathul Al Arabiyya Lil Mubtadiyeen (Ummul Qura University, Makkah), Bukhari
Aalim Arabic College, 2005.
MISL 809: HISTORY OF MUSLIM CIVILIZATION
Course Purpose
This course traces the articulation and development of Islamic Civilization from the appearance of
Islam in the Arabian Peninsula in the 7th century CE to the spread of this civilizational impulse
throughout much of Eurasia and Africa by the 15 th century CE. It will concentrate on the historical
evolution of Islamic Civilizations political, religious, cultural, and institutional aspects during this
period. While the course is primarily organized on a chronological basis, the following topics will
be covered in thematic lectures: literature, law, philosophy, theology, mysticism, and the visual arts.
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Express an understanding of forces that foster global connections among places, persons,
groups, and/or knowledge systems.
b) Compare and contrast multiple perspectives or theories on global processes and systems.
c) Reflect upon how global relations impact their own lives and the lives of others.
d) Explain human and social experiences and activities from multiple perspectives.
Course Descriptions
How the Middle East become Islamic, The extent to which the Islamic forms of government, social
organization, and culture represent continuity or discontinuity with already existing conditions in
the territories to which Islam spread
Is there a worldwide unity of Islamic culture? At what points can one speak of a unified Islamic
civilization? On what basis? What are the points of regional variation in the Islamic world?
How did people view themselves and their societies? What categories (social, religious, legal
political etc) made up the fabric of everyday life?
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How important are historical legacies for understanding the present day?
m) Lectures
n) Class presentations
o) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Al-Khalili, Jim. The House of Wisom: How Arabic Science Save Ancient Science an
Gave us the Renaissance London: Penguin, 2010.
2. Denny, Frederick Mathewson. An Introuction to Islam, 4th Edition. New York: MacMillan,
2010. [NB: Any edition Egger,
3. Vernon O. A History of the Muslim Worl to 1405: The Making of a Civiliation .
Pearson /Prentice Hall, 2004.
4. Ibn al-Athir. The Chronicle of Ibn al-Athir for the Crusaing Perio from al-Kamil fi alTarikh, Part I . Trans. D.S. Richards. Surrey: Ashgate Books, 2005.
MISL 810: MUSLIM THINKERS AND REFORM MOVEMENTS

Course Purpose
This course will analyze the increasing trend of Islamic movements (IM) and Islamic parties (IP)
around the world in the global age of capitalism and the contemporary Muslim world. The course
will focus on IM and IP and their relationship with global capitalism, democracy, free speech,
human rights, inequality, colonialism/imperialism, modernity, secularism and governance.
The course will look at Islam from an ideological and identity point of view not from the
theological perspective, and will seek to understand what Islam means to Muslim populated
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countries and societies. Islam plays a major role in world politics today, occupying the public and
political sphere more noticeably from the 1980s until the present time. The course will seek to
understand the motivation of these movements, the reasons for their broad social and political
popularity and relevance, and their unique hierarchical structures.
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:e) Express an understanding of forces that foster global connections among places, persons,
groups, and/or knowledge systems.
f) Compare and contrast multiple perspectives or theories on global processes and systems.
g) Reflect upon how global relations impact their own lives and the lives of others.
h) Explain human and social experiences and activities from multiple perspectives.
Course Descriptions
Meaning Islamic movements and reform,
The nature of Salafi thought and action
Commanding right and Forbidding wrong as a principle of social action,
Islamic mobilization: Social movement theory and the Egyptian Muslim brotherhood
Maududi and the transformation of Jamaat al-Islaami in Pakistan
Islamic revivalism: the case of Tabliqh jamaat
Colonialism, secularism and Islamism in Africa,
Religious dimension of political conflict: The rise of Al-Shabaab in Somalia
The local and the global in Saudi Salafi discourse
Recommended Islamic movements: Hezbollah Lebanon, Jamaat-e Islami of Pakistan, The
Fethullah Gulen Movement of Turkey Hizmet Movement, Muslim Brotherhood -- Al---Ikhwan
al-Muslimeen, Islamic Salvation Front of Algeria (Al-Jabhat Al-Islamiyya lil-Inqad, FIS), The
Tablighi Jamaat
p) Lectures
q) Class presentations
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r) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Augustus Richard Norton. 2007. Hebollah: A Short History. Princeton, NJ: Princeton
University Press.
2. Khaled Hroub. 2006. Hamas: A Beginner's Guie. Pluto Press.
3. Roel Meijer. Global Salafism: Islams New Religious Movement. Columbia University
Press, 2009.
4. When Victory Is Not An Option: Islamist Movements in Arab Politics by Nathan J. Brown.
Ithaca, New York: Cornell University Press, 2012.
5. Humeira Iqtidar. 2011. Secularizing Islamists? Jama'at-e-Islami and Jama'at-ud- Da'wa in
Urban Pakistan. The University of Chicago Press.
6. Fazlur Rahman. 2002. Islam. Chicago, IL: University of Chicago Press.
7. Tugrul Keskin, The Sociology of Islam: Secularism, Economy an Politics. Ithaca Press,
2011. ISBN: 978-0-86372-371-1
8. Fredric Volpi. Political Islam Observed. New York, NY: Columbia University Press, 2010.
9. Mohammed Zahid. The Muslim Brotherhood and Egypt's Succession Crisis: The Politics of
Liberalisation and Reform in the Middle East. I. B. Tauris, 2012.
Further Reading
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1. Nasr, S. V. R. 1994. The Vanguard of the Islamic Revolution: The Jama'at-i Islami of
Pakistan. Berkeley, University of California Press.
2. Asef Bayat. 2007. Making Islam Democratic: Social Movements an the Post-Islamist Turn.
Stanford University Press.
3. Mohammed Zahid. 2010. The Muslim Brotherhoo an Egypt's Succession Crisis: The
Politics of Liberalisation an Reform in the Mile East. I.B.Tauris. ISBN: 9781845119799
4. Fouad Zakariyya and Ibrahim M. Abu-Rabi. 2005. Myth an Reality in the Contemporary
Islamist Movement. Pluto Press.
5. Gunning, Jeroen. 2008. Hamas in Politics: Democracy, Religion, Violence. New York, NY:
Columbia University Press.
6. Dale F. Eickelman and James Piscatori. 2004. Muslim Politics. Princeton, New Jersey:
Princeton University Press.
7. Fouad Zakariyya and Ibrahim M. Abu-Rabi. 2005. Myth and Reality in the Contemporary
Islamist Movement. Pluto Press. ISBN: 9780745322469
8. Azza Karam. 2004. Transnational Political Islam: Religion, Ideology and Power. Pluto
Press. ISBN: 9780745316253
9. Amr G. E. Sabet. 2008. Islam and the Political Theory, Governance and International
Relations. Pluto Press. ISBN: 9780745327198
10. Edmund Burke and Ira Lapidus (Ed.), Islam, Politics and Social Movements, Los Angeles,
CA: University of California Press, 1988.
MISL 811: USUL AL-FIQH: METHODOLOGY IN ISLAMIC JURISPRUDENCE
Course Purpose
This course addresses the methodology related to Islamic jurisprudence (usul al-fiqh). The
development of Islamic Law in the early history of Islam, the emergence of ijtihad (Islamic legal
interpretation), together with the revealed and non-revealed sources of law and methodology of usul
al-fiqh will also be addressed. In addition, the four primary sources of law as well as other
supplementary sources of law used in the practice of ijtihad (independent legal deduction) will also
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be discussed.
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the development of Islamic legal theory (usul al-fiqh)
b) Discuss critically the primary and supplementary sources of Islamic law
c) Show an in-depth understanding of the methodology of Islamic law making
d) Analyse critically arguments and propositions used in Islamic legal rulings (fatwa)
e) Apply the methodology of Islamic jurisprudence
Course Descriptions
History of Islamic law and emergence of legal schools
Ijtihad (Independent legal deduction)
The first source of law - the Qur'an
The second source of law - Sunnah
The third source of law - Qiyas (Analogical Reasoning)
The fourth source of law - Ijma (Consensus of Community)
Istihsan (Equity in Islam)
Istislah (Considerations of Public Interest)
Istishab (Presumption of Continuity)
Urf (Customs)
Sa al-Dhara'i (Blocking the Means to Harm)
Legal System of Islam
Legal Institutions and Practices: a. Qadi, b. Court System, c. Procedure, d. Shahadah (Evidence), e.
Hearing, f. Decree, g. Agency (Wakalah), h. Justice, i. Jurisdiction
Muamilat (Civil Matters): a. Ownership (Milk) b. Possession 11. c. Contract d. Claim (da'wa)
System of Rights and Obligations: -Rights Obligations
Acts (mahkoom fih)
Person (mahkoom alayh)
Legal Capacity (ahliyah),
Punishments: -Hadd (standard): --Concept of Deterrence -Tazir (discretionary), Fictitious Person
Hukm, -Primary Rules (Hukm Taklifi), Secondary Rules (Hukm Wadi)
s) Lectures
t) Class presentations
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u) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%
Core Resource Materials

1. Ilm Usool Al Fiqh by Abdul Wahhab Khallaf, Cairo, 2002.
2. Usool Al Fiqh by Abu Zuhra, Demascas, II Edition 1998.
3. Al Wajeez fee Usulil Fiqh by Wahba al Zuhaili, Darul Fikr, Damascus.
MISL 812: ISLAMIC THOUGHT AND WORLDVIEW
Course Purpose
This course addresses the Basic Structure of the Islamic Worldview (God, Man and Universe) and
Tawhid as the Principle of Knowledge (in Islam). It also addresses the relationship (Integration)
between Human Sciences and Islamic Revealed Knowledge, the Quranic Concept of Ilm, Hidayah
and Amal, as well as Islamic Theology. The Islamic Concept of Creation (Khalq), Purposeful and
its Social Implications are also discussed.

By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the Islamic worldview of God, man and universe
b) Discuss the concept of creation (Khalq) from an Islamic point of view as well as the respose
of Islam to Darwins theory of evolution.
c) Show an in-depth understanding of the Status and Nature of Man: Concept of Ibadah and
Ubudiyah,
d) Analyse critically the plight of the Modern Man and the crises of modernity from an Islamic
perspective
Course Descriptions
Islamic Worldview - The Basic Structure of the Islamic Worldview (God, Man and Universe)ii)
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Tawhid as the Principle of Knowledge (in Islam), Relationship (Integration) between Human
Sciences and Islamic Revealed Knowledgeiv) Quranic Concept of Ilm, Hidayah and Amal.
Islamic Theology - Islamic Concept of Creation (Khalq): Purposeful and Social Implications ii)
Creation of Adam and Human Beings (Banu Adam): Stages
-
Creation of Universe (Heavens and Earth): Purposeful, Balance, Perfection,

Taskhir, Subservience of the Universe to Man
The Theory of Evolution, Social Implication, Islamic Evaluation/Responses

Status and Nature of Man: Concept of Ibadah and Ubudiyah, Concept of Khilafah Khassah and
Khilafah Ammah, Human Destiny Responsibility, Accountability; Eschatology, Distinct
Characteristics of Man, Bi-Dimensional Character (Physical / Spiritual); Unity of Man (Elements:
Ruh, Aql and Jasad), concept of fitrah: potential and actual Nature, human weaknesses and their
remedies.
Role of Man (Time and History) - Role of Man (Purpose of its Creation), Time and History,
Culture and Development of Civilization (Concepts: Adl, Amarah, Tashkhir), Role and
Responsibility of Man towards Self, Creator, Creation and Environment, Balance and Harmony in
Life; Man and Society: Adab and Laws, (Human) Rights and Dutiesv) Khayar-al-Ummah, Shuhada
al al-Nas; Maruf; Munkar; Iqamat-qist (Economic, Social and Political)
Plight of the Modern Man - (Mis)understanding of the Reality (spiritual and social); Malady of
Forgetfulness and Fragmentation, Analysis of Scientific Objectivity, Modern Crisis: Identity
(Existential) Social, Moral, Environmental, Meaning of Development, The Future of Civilization
v) Lectures
w) Class presentations
x) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
31
70%
Total:
100%
Core Resource Materials

1. Ghazalli, Imam. Kitab al-Ilm. English translated by Nabi Faris, Delhi.
2. Al Attas, S. Naqib. Islam and Secularism, Delhi.
3. Al Faruqi, Ismail R. Tawhid: Its Implications for Thought and Life, USA.
4. Latif, S. A. Basic Concepts of the Quran, Calcutta.
5. Nadvi, S. A. Religion and Civilization, Lucknow.
6. Nasr, S. H. Islam and the Plight of Modern Man, Pakistan.
7. Nasr, S. H. Islamic Spirituality, UK.
8. Shariati, Dr. Ali. Man and Islam, Tehran.
Further Readings
1. Islahi, Sadrud Din. Islam at a Glance, Delhi.
2. Khan, Majid Ali. Islam on Origin and Evolution of Life, Delhi.
3. Muttahari, M. Fundamentals of Islamic Thought, UK.
4. Mawdudi, S. A. A. Islamic Way of Life, Delhi.
5. Jameelah, Maryam. Islam and Western Society, Delhi.
6. Rehman, Fazlur. Quranic Foundations and Structure of Muslims Society, (2 Vols). Delhi.
7. Bucaille, M. What is Origin of Man?, Delhi.
8. Bucaille, M. Bible, Quran and Science, Delhi
9. Smith, Wilfred Cantwell, On Understanding Islam (Selected articles), Delhi.
10. Sulayman, Abdul Hamid A Abu. Crisis in the Muslim Mind, USA.
MISL 813: ISLAMIC STUDIES AND ORIENTALISM
Course Purpose
This course defines Orientalism and identifies its non-Muslim early pioneers. It highlights
characteristics of the contribution of each of the pioneers to the dissemination of misleading
impressions about Islam and its Prophet. Report on rapid emergence and development of
Orientalism as scientific field constitutes the last segments of the Unit.

By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Define Orientalism.
b) Discuss the meaning and history of Orientalism.
c) Identify the roles played by Pioneer non-Muslim Critics of Islam and Prophet Muhammad
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d) Discuss the emergence of Orientalism as an academic pursuit
Course Descriptions
Definition of Orientalism
Pioneer non- Muslim critics of Islam and Prophet Muhammad
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Yahya Dimashqi ( d.750 CE)

Priests of the Byzantine Empire
Christian and Jewish priests of Andalus
The Crusaders
European Renaissance Literature
Emergence of Orientalism as an academic pursuit

y) Lectures
z) Class presentations
aa) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%
Core reference Materials

1. Hamidullah Abdu`l-At (n. d.). Islam in Focus, Islamic Publication Bureau, Lagos.
2. A`s-Sib, Mustafa (1399 AH / 1979). Al-Istishrq wa `l-Mustashriqn (Orientalism and
the Orientalists). 2nd edition.
3. Edward W. Said (1978). Orientalism, USA, Vintage Books.
4. Encyclopedia JM (1995) Orientalisim; History, Theory and Arts, Mancheste
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5.
Hilal Gorgun, The Orientalist View of Prophet Muhammad, http//www.nusrah.

com/en/articles/criticism/refutation. Retrieved March 2013
MISL 814: CONTEMPORARY DAWAH MOVEMENTS

Course Purpose
This course is comprised of a study on Dawah in contemporary times, its schools from the time of
the prophetic era until the present, with special focus on the major Islamic movements of the 20th
century

By the end of the course, the student should be able to:a) Developing in the student awareness about the importance of studying Dawah in this era
and the need for it.
b) Providing students with the understanding of the different schools, dawah movements,
current and the ways to unite them and how to limit the areas of difference among them.
c) Identifying the problems and challenges in the field of Dawah in order to enable meet them
effectively.
Course Descriptions
Methods of Dawah and their categories: definitions of manaahij (methods); main contemporary
methods according to origin:
- Divine Method
- Secular Method
- False Religious Method
- Man-made Religious Method
Nature of the Way of Dawah
Characteristics of the Divine Method:
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Generality or Specifics,
Collective [group method] or Individual
Foundations of the Way of Dawah

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- Quran and Sunnah

- Quraan and authentic tafseer,
- Authentic Sunnah and Correct Interpretation
Practical Utilization of Dawah Methods: Discussion and Debate and Contemporary Response to
Missionary Dawah Ahmad Deedat; Dr Jamal Badawi; and Dr Zakir Naik
Practical Utilization of Dawah Methods: Non- Muslims and Muslims
Special Methods of Dawh:
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Observational/Scientific Methods
Emotional Methods
Rational/Intellectual Methods
Interrogative Methods
Means of Dawah
Problems of Dawah:
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Internal Problems
External Problems
The Divine Method of Dawah: Companions of Prophets and different early scholars approach and
insight in dawah and its influence on society and Islam.
16th & 17th Centuries Colonization: The major dais of the time and the effect of their call on the
societies.
20th Century Islamic Movements
Sufism impact in India and Pakistan and Ansarus Sunnah Muhammadiyyah in Egypt & Sudan
d) Lectures
e) Class presentations
f) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
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Total:
100%

1. The Comprehensive Islamic Call by Dr Muhammad Zain al-Hadi; Dawah in Contemporary
2.
3.
4.
5.
Times Notes, Dr Bilal Philips

Al-Makhraj min al-Fitnah Muqbil ibn Haadi al-Waadiee
Words of Advice Regarding Dawah by Abdul Azeez ibn Baz
The Islamic Awakening by Muhammad ibn Salih al-Uthaymin
How to Call People to Islam by Abdul Badei Saqr
MISL 815: ISLAMIC PHILOSOPHY

Course Purpose
This course explores the evolution and main debates of Islamic philosophy (falsafa) from the great
translation movement of ancient Greek texts under the Abbsid dynasty (8th-9th centuries) until
the golden age of inter-disciplinary intellectual, scientific and spiritual debates under the Mamlks
of Egypt and the Mongols of Iran (13th-14th centuries). Besides the major falsifa known to the
medieval Latins (Kind, Frb, Avicenna, Ghazl, Averroes...), attention will also be given to
several other thinkers, generally less famous in the West, but nevertheless important: the Ikhwn alS af, Miskawayh, Ibn Tufayl, Rz, Ts, Qnaw... A selection of representative texts will be read
in English translation and commented on. A basic knowledge of Greek philosophy, Islam and the
history of Muslim societies (7th-14th. centuries) would be useful for this course.
By the end of the course, the student should be able to:-
a) Discuss the major reference works on classical Islamic philosophy.

b) Outline the thought and writings of the most important falsifa.
c) Critically analyze the methodological approach adopted in Islamic philosophy and apply
them for their own studies and/or research projects.
Course Descriptions
The House of Wisom (bayt al-h ikma) - Pre-Islamic background. Translation Movement. Arab
historians of falsafa.
Al-Kin - Faylasf al-Arab, Ab Mashar, Mutazila.
Al-Kin an the reception of Greek philosophy
Alm al-nubuwwa - five eternal substances, three impostors.
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Ikhwn al-S af: Gnosis an Humanism in the fourth/tenth century, the Rasil. The Isml
philosophers.
Ab Nasr al-Frbs alternative society
Ibn Sn. I: Milieu, Life, Works - From Bukhr to Hamadhn. Qnn, Shif, Ishrt, Mubh atht,
etc.
g) Lectures
h) Class presentations
i) Class discussion
Course Evaluation
30%
70%
Total:
100%

1. Encyclopaeia Of Islam, Inex Islamicus...Endress, Gerhard, Islam: An Historical
Introuction. Translated by Carole HILLENBRAND (Edinburgh: Edinburgh University
Press, 2002 2d ed
2. Adamson, Peter & Taylor, Richard C. (eds.), The Cambrige Companion to Arabic
Philosophy (Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 2005
3. Nasr, Seyyed Hossein & Leaman, Oliver (eds.), History of Islamic Philosophy, 2 vols.
(London - New York: Routledge, 1997),
4. Gutas, Dimitri, The Stuy of Arabic Philosophy in the Twentieth Century. An Essay on the
Historiography of Arabic Philosophy, in British Journal of Mile Eastern Stuies, 29/1,
2002,
p.
5-25.STANFORD
ENCYCLOPEDIA
http://plato.stanfor.eu/about.html. ISLAMIC
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DR AHMED ABDI AHMED
PHD UMDURMAN
SUDAN
DR ALI MOHAMED
PHD UMDURMAN
ABUBAKAR
SUDAN
DR IBRAHIM M AMIN
PHD UMDURMAN
SUDAN
DR AHMED HADI SHEIKH ALI PHD MEDINA
SAUDI ARABIA
DR MOHAMED SHEIKH ALIO PHD MEDINA
SAUDI ARABIA
DR MOHAMED SHEIKH
PHD
AHMED
INTERNATIONAL
AFRICAN
UNIVERSITY
DR AHMED SHEIKH
PHD UMDURMAN
ABDILATIF
SUDAN
ABDALLA A MOHAMED
MA
INTERNATIONAL
INSTITUTE OF
ARABIC SUDAN
38
6 YEARS

MA Islamic Studies - Umma Final

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PROPOSED CURRICULUM

1.0 General Information

1.3 Vision of the Department

various training programmes.

2.4 Objectives of the Programme

2.6 Mode of Delivery

2.7 Academic Regulations for the M.A. in Islamic Studies

The pass Mark shall be 50% of the full mark (100%)

All examination papers shall be internally moderated by the departmental /school

Examination Board before they are sent for external moderation.

they are sent to senate for final approval.

iii Special Examinations

No candidate shall be allowed to re-repeat a course unit more than once

2.7.9. Disciplinary Action

2.7.11 Mode of Appeal

1. Successful completion of the prescribed course units (core and electives).

Further course assessment procedures as stipulated in provisions sections file,

2.9 Management and Administration of the Programme

3.0 Course Structure

NAME OF THE COURSE

Thematic (Tafseer) Commentary of Holy Quran

Usulul Fiqh- Principles of Jurisprudence

Evolution of Islamic Jurisprudence

NAME OF THE COURSE

Usul al Fiqh: Maslaha Mursalah (Welfare) & Maqaasid al

Muslim Thinkers and Reform Movements

NAME OF THE COURSE

Contemporary Dawa Movements

History of Muslim Civilization

Muslim Thinkers and Reform Movements

Orientalists and Their Contribution to Islam

Classical Islamic Philosophy

NAME OF THE COURSE

MISL 800: FUNCTIONAL ARABIC

Expected Learning Outcomes

introduction and identification of self, others, objects, exchange of greetings etc.

End of Semester Examinations:

Core Reading Materials

MISL 801: Thematic Tafseer /commentary of The Quran

Expected Learning Outcomes

Understand the comprehensive message of the Quran

Gathering relevant verses, categorizing them in order of revelation, in terms of

under a certain heading, with reference to trusted works of tafsr.

subject and its treatment in the Quran

Teaching And Learning Methods

End of Semester Examinations:

Core Reading Materials

maw li-suwar al-Qurn al-karm).

Develop a deeper understanding of the method of its preservation and transmission

End of Semester Examinations:

Core Reading Materials

MISL 803: USUL AL- FIQH

Expected Learning Outcomes

End of Semester Examinations:

Core Reading Materials

804 MISL: ULUMUL HADITH

Teaching And Learning Methods

End of Semester Examinations:

Core Reading Materials

Expected Learning Outcomes

a) Define fiqh and usul al-fiqh and distinguish between them

End of Semester Examinations: