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Course Brochure
www.miu.education
Gateway'to'the'Islamic'Sciences'
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Arabic Course Brochure
Faculty(of(Arabic(Language(
www.miu.education
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Arabic Course
The Arabic Course for English-Speaking Students is a comprehensive and popular course for the teaching of the
Qur’anic and Traditional Arabic, originally devised and taught at the renowned Madinah Islamic University, catering for
the non-Arabic speaking students from all over the world. Over the years, this course has enabled
students to become competent in their use of the Arabic language and to
participate and benefit from scholarly pursuits such as Qur’anic
exegeses, hadith, fiqh, Seerah, history, and classical and modern
Arabic literature. It combines modern Arabic vocabulary with
Islamic terminology used in the Qur’an and Sunnah. It helps
acquire an understanding of hundreds of Qur’anic Ayahs, ahadith, Arabic
parables and poetry.” Learning classical Arabic effectively could not be easier than
this course of Madinah Islamic University. A tried and tested course over 40 years with proven track record of success, it
is ideal in terms of the topics covered and short time taken to learn.
Course Duration 1 semester (12 Weeks)
Credits Needed to gain the qualification 4 Hours per week
Max Credits that can be carried forward from Awards 40
Pre-requisite Entrance test
Arabic(Language(Courses(Faculty(of(Arabic(Language(
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Award(In(Arabic((Level(1)(Faculty(of(Arabic(Language
Course Description
Award in Arabic is one of a series of MIU’s
comprehensive Arabic language programmes. This
classical Arabic course introduces the student to
grammar, reading, translation, vocabulary, writing, and
conversation. Students will begin to comprehend and
construct short sentences in Arabic, which will aid them
in understanding the Noble Quran and other Arabic texts. The programme incorporates modern and classical Arabic as well as
grammar. It is one of the most comprehensive coverage’s of classical Arabic and grammar available. Students who are looking for
serious and focused study of Arabic in order to access the language of the Quran and Hadith should seriously consider completing the
whole programme. MIU Arabic course, largely based on the Islamic University of Al-Madinah’s Arabic Book 1, consists of approx. 40
hours of instruction along with online resources such as video tutorials, audio books, practice quizzes, unlimited class review, and
teacher support. Award in Arabic is the first of the courses and it incorporates an excellent introduction to the basics of the Arabic
Language. If you are considering this, you should certainly consider registering for the Certificate in Arabic so that you complete at least
one full year's curriculum.
Who is it for?
You must be able to read the Qur'an
fluently to be able to study this course and
complete a basic module on writing
through self-study that we will provide. You will
need to commit to 4 hours of contact time per
week and at least a further 3 hours of
personal study
Unit 1 The phrase haadhaa, which means 'This is..'. Unit 2 The phrase Dhalika which means 'That is..'. Unit 3 The Arabic Definite Article - Alif Laam - which corresponds to 'The' in English. Unit 4 Prepositions - i.e. words showing the relationship of one noun to another (e.g. to, from, in, at
etc). Masculine and Feminine Pronouns - i.e. He and She. Nominal and Verbal sentences
Unit 5 Expression of ownership - i.e. showing one noun owns another - e.g. 'The teacher's car' Mabni - Indeclinable words which do not change their case with different causes and maintain their vowel ending Article to call someone (vocative particle) - e.g. 'Oh Umar!'
Unit 6 Feminine pronoun for 'This' - Hadhihi. Masculine and Feminine nouns Prepositions
Unit 7 The Demonstrative Pronoun for the Feminine Articles "ل ت # " Use of Shadda and dropping of letter 'lam' of the definite article 'al' when used with solar letters.
Unit 8 Revision Lesson In this lesson we will InshaAllah revise all the grammatical rules we have learnt so far.
Unit 10 Possessive Pronouns Five Nouns (exception) New prepositions, pronouns when added to verbs.
Unit 11 Attaching pronouns to prepositions Present Tense Verbs - Introduction Object of a Verbal Sentence
Unit 12 How to have a discussion in Arabic The conversion of a masculine verb into a feminine verb The use of the feminine relative pronoun (that, who, which)
Unit 13 Plural form of the Demonstrative Pronoun Sound Plural Broken Plural
Unit 14 Plural form of the Demonstrative Pronoun ("That") Plural form of the personal pronouns in the 3rd person Plural form of the masculine and feminine verbs in 3rd person (e.g. He Went, She Went, They Went)
Unit 15 Plural form of masculine personal pronouns in the 2nd person. Plural form of masculine possessive pronouns Plural form of the masculine verbs in the 2nd person (e.g. You went)
Unit 16 Plural form of the Personal and Possessive Pronouns (You / Your) referring to the feminine nouns. The plural form of the simple feminine verbs connected to the pronoun - i.e. ! " ت ب % The words for 'before' and 'after
Unit 17 The concept of rational and irrational nouns. A new pattern for the broken plurals
Unit 18 The dual form in the Arabic language for demonstrative and personal pronouns. The interrogative article used to ask 'how many' - ؟ " ك
Unit 19 The numbers for one to ten (as applied to masculine nouns). Unit 20 The numbers for one to ten (as applied to feminine nouns). Unit 21 Introduction to the diptotes. Unit 22 The diptotes - continued Unit 23 The types of noun in Arabic in detail
Course Duration 2 semesters (24 Weeks)
Contact Hours 4 Hours per week
Credits Needed to gain the qualification
80
Pre-requisite Entrance test or MHU Award in Arabic
The demonstrative and relative pronouns in detail.
Introduction to /iξraab/ declension and structure, and difference
between the declinable and the indeclinable words.
The composite numeral, including:
• Numbers from 1 to 10. Lesson 18, 19
• Numbers from 11 to 19.
• Numbers from 20 to 99.
Numbers 100, 200 … 1000.
• Nouns with shortened ending
• Nouns with curtailed ending
Nouns with extended ending
Past, present and imperative verbs
Verbs in past, present and future tenses
Masculine and feminine verb (past, present, imperative)
Affirmative verb, negative verb and auxiliaries used for verb negation.
The sound verb, the weak verb, and the weak letters
The transitive and intransitive verbs
The active and passive verb
The five verbs
The cases/iξrâb/ of the sound and weak verbs
The cases/iξrâb/ of the five verbs
Structure of the present verb
Structure of the past verb
Structure of the imperative verb
The interrogative nouns /man/, /mā/, /mādhā/, and /limādhā/
The interrogative nouns /matā/, /ayna/, /kayfa/, and /kam/
The interrogative particles: /a/ and /hal/
Personal pronouns:
Detached nominal and accusative pronouns
Nominative attached pronouns
Accusative attached pronouns
Genitive attached
Latent pronouns:
General exercises and revision for the personal pronouns
Conditional nouns
Verbal nouns
The noun with extended ending
The noun with curtailed ending
The noun with shortened ending
Sound feminine plural
Certificate(In(Arabic((Level(2)(Faculty(of(Arabic(Language
Course Description
Certificate in Arabic of MHU’s comprehensive Arabic language
programme. The programme incorporates modern and classical
Arabic as well as grammar. It is one of the most comprehensive
coverage’s of classical Arabic and grammar available. Students who
are looking for serious and focused study of Arabic in order to
access the language of the Quran and Hadith should seriously
consider completing the whole programme.
Course Content
The Certificate in Arabic is the second course in the programme. It
continues on from the award in Arabic introduces more grammar
topics and more complex and varied vocabulary. The Certificate in
Arabic can be studied over 2 semesters (approx. 24 weeks) with 4
hours per week of contact time. At the Certificate in Arabic level,
Madinah Book 2 from the Islamic University of Madinah’s Arabic
language course will be studied, with the accompanying course
books that are taught in the faculty of the Islamic university of
Madinah. In this course the student is provided with an excellent
introduction to grammar rules, grammatical analysis, morphology,
vocabulary and expressions.
Objectives
• To teach grammar rules
• To equip student with the skill of analyzing the text.
• To enrich student's vocabulary
• To enhance student's language skills-hearing, speaking,
reading and writing
• To develop skills to communicate with Arabic speakers by
writing and speaking
• To create awareness regarding the aspects of Islamic culture
Unit 1 The dual
Unit 2 The sound masculine plural
Unit 3 The five nouns
Unit 4 The nominal sentence
Unit 5 /kaana/ and its sisters
Unit 6 /inna/ and its sisters
Unit 7 /laa/ of generic negation
Unit 8 /kaada/ and its sisters
Unit 9 /dhanna/ and its sisters
Unit 10 The doer
Unit 11 The subject of the passive
Unit 12 The object
Unit 13 The absolute object
Unit 14 The causal object
Unit 15 The circumstantial object
Unit 16 The concomitant object
Unit 17 The status
Unit 18 The distinctive preceded by kamm. Lesson 17
Unit 19 The exclusion
Unit 20 The exclusion 2
Unit 21 The exclusion 3
Unit 22 Prepositions, Meanings
Unit 23 Prepositions, Types
Unit 24 Introduction to the Followers: The Adjective
Unit 25 The conjunctions
Unit 26 The Substitution
Unit 27 Oral and Moral Assurance
Unit 28 The vocative
Unit 29 The exclamation
Unit 30 The persuasion and warning
Unit 31 The praise and blame
Unit 32 The preference
Unit 33 The conditional Sentence
Unit 34 The demand (the imperative and interdiction)
Course Description
Diploma in Arabic is one a series of MIU’s comprehensive Arabic
language programmes. The programme incorporates modern and
classical Arabic as well as grammar. It is one of the most
comprehensive coverage’s of classical Arabic and grammar available.
Students who are looking for serious and focused study of Arabic in
order to access the language of the Quran and Hadith should seriously
consider completing the whole programme. The Diploma in Arabic is the
third course in the programme. It continues on from Certificate in Arabic
and complete the key grammar topics necessary to access Arabic texts.
Students will also begin studying some Arabic texts, as well as develop
confidence in I'rab translation and composition. The Diploma in Arabic
will be studied over 3 semesters with 4 sessions per week of study. At
the Diploma in Arabic level, book 3 of the Islamic university of
Madinah’s Arabic language course will be studied, along with the
accompanying texts from the Islamic university of Madinah.
Book 3 of Madinah Arabic is being used for the complete 3 semesters.
Here, there is the continuation of Arabic grammar with analysis of verbs,
past and present. A whole new array of vocabulary is introduced and
the student is encouraged to write and speak as the course proceeds.
One main feature is the topic of Morphology, where the student learns
the formation of words from verbs.
Objectives
To enhance the ability of the student to understand verbs and their
structures
• To give the student the formative rules of morphology, which
opens a wider vista of the Arabic Language.
• To introduce the new grammar rules to the student.
• To make student feel equipped, confident and more comfortable in
dealing with Arabic language.
Diploma(in(Arabic((Level(3)(
Faculty(of(Arabic(Language
Course Duration 3 semesters
Contact Hours 4 Hours per week
Credits Needed to gain the
qualification
120
Pre-requisite Entrance test or MHU
Certificate in Arabic
Gateway'to'the'Islamic'Sciences'
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Qur ’an Course Brochure Faculty(of(Qur’anic(Sciences(
www.miu.education
The Quran Programme
The Qur`an Programme will help one learn how to recite the Qur’an as it was revealed to the Prophet (SAW). Understand the sciences
of the Qur’an and the practical usage of these Ayahs in our day to day life. Take a journey through the Qur’an and find out where and
why these Ayahs were revealed. The Qur’an programme consists of 5 modules. It takes one from the basic rules of recitation to the
advanced rules of implementation. It provides one with the understanding of the history of the Qur’an and its role in the life of a Muslim.
One should be able to read the Qur’an with full Tajweed at the end of this course and have good knowledge of the course. The
modules consisting in this programme are:
• Tajweed Module 1: Reading Practice
• Tajweed Module 2: Basic Rules
• Tajweed Module 3: Advanced Rules
• Ramadan Qur`an Intensive (tafsir)
• Introduction to the Sciences of the Qur`an
The(Quran(Programme(Faculty(of(Qur’anic(Sciences(
Course Contents
The Qur`an Programme will help one learn how to recite the
Qur’an as it was revealed to the Prophet (SAW).
Understand the sciences of the Qur’an and the practical
usage of these Ayahs in our day to day life. Take a journey
through the Qur’an and find out where and why these
Ayahs were revealed. The Qur’an programme consists of 5
modules. It takes one from the basic rules of recitation to
the advanced rules of implementation. It provides one with
the understanding of the history of the Qur’an and its role in
the life of a Muslim. Lastly, one will have the opportunity to
cover a summative tafsir of the Qur`an. One should be able
to read the Qur’an with full Tajweed at the end of this
course and have good knowledge of the course. The
modules consisting in this programme are:
• Tajweed Level 1: Reading Practice
• Tajweed Level 2: Basic Rules
• Tajweed Level 3: Advanced Rules
• Ramadan Qur`an Intensive (tafsir)
• Introduction to the Sciences of the Qur`an
The faculty of Qur’anic Sciences offers the following
courses:
• The Quran Programme
• Tajweed
• Tafsir
• The Sciences of the Qur`an
• Award in Sciences of the Quran
• Certificate in Sciences of the Quran
• Diploma in Sciences of the Quran
• Advanced Diploma in Sciences of the Quran
Tajweed(Courses(Faculty(of(Qur’anic(sciences
The word Tajweed linguistically means 'proficiency' or 'doing something
well'. It comes from the same root letters as the word 'Jayyid' in Arabic
(meaning 'good'): Jeem, Waw and Daal. When applied to the Qur'an, it
means giving every letter of the Qur'an its rights and dues of
characteristics when we recite the Qur'an and observing the rules that
apply to those letters in different situations. We give the letters their
rights by observing the essential characteristics of each letter that never
leave it. And we give them their dues by observing the characteristics of
each letter that are present in them some of the time and not present at
other times.
The Qur'an was revealed with Tajweed rules applied to it. In other
words, when the angel Jibreel (AS) recited the words of Allah to the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) he recited them in a certain way
and he showed the Prophet (SAW) the ways in which it was permissible to recite the Qur'an. So it is upon us to observe those rules
so that we recite it in the way it was revealed. At the time of the Prophet (SAW) there was no need for people to study Tajweed
because they talked with what is now known as Tajweed so it was natural for them. When the Arabs started mixing with the non-
Arabs as Islam spread, mistakes in Qur'an recitation started appearing, so the scholars had to record the rules. Now, because the
everyday Arabic that Arabs speak has changed so much from the Classical Arabic with which the Qur'an was revealed, even Arabs
have to study Tajweed.
The purpose of Tajweed
The Qur'an is the word of Allah, and its every syllable is from Allah. Its recitation must be taken very seriously. The purpose of the
Science of Tajweed in essence is to make the reciter proficient in reciting the Qur'an, observing the correct pronunciation of every
letter with the rulings and characteristics which apply to each letter, without any exaggeration or deficiency. And so through this the
reciter can recite the Qur'an upon the way of the Prophet (SAW) who received it from Jibreel who received it from Allah (SWT) in
the Classical Arabic dialect that it came down in.
Tajweed Module 1: Reading Practice
Tajweed is the art of reciting the Qur'an correctly and beautifully; it is essential for every person who recites the Qur'an even if just
in Salah. Our recitation in Salah is directly addressed to Allah (SWT) and it is a pity that so many people make severe mistakes in it
because of a lack of implementation of Tajweed rules. This course is for beginners introducing basic rules of reading, and
elementary training under the teacher. This course will ensure that students recite their short surah’s correctly and get them fluent in
reading Ayahs of the Qur`an with the correct pronunciation and basic stretches.
Tajweed Module 2: Basic Rules
This course continues on from the module1 course and mainly focuses on extended practice of recitation and Tajweed rules
implementation in reading. The course is suitable for anyone who has studied some Tajweed before at a basic level so that he/she
is aware of the common rules and is able to recite with some Tajweed application but now requires more prolonged training and
practice.
Tajweed Module 3
This course continues on from the level 2 course and focuses on developing students' ability to recite a greater number of surah’s
with Tajweed as well as develop greater fluency in reading the Qur'anic text with Tajweed. One will also increase in the amount of
memorisation.
Qur`an Intensive (tafsir)
This course will provide an overview of the structure, themes
and guidance provided in each of the 114 chapters of the
Qur'an. Providing a systematic study of each of the Surah’s as
follows will do this:
• How surah names are related to each Surah and the
historical context of its revelations (Asbab al-Nuzul)
• Inter-textual relationship and coherence (Nazm) between
the Ayahs of each Surah and the relationship with the
preceding / following Surah
• Cross-reference to other parts of the Qur'an to
demonstrate how 'the Qur'an explains the Qur'an'
• Discussion on linguistic and stylistic devices (Balaghah),
problems with translation/ interpretation and alternative
plausible interpretations
• Explanation of key passages in each Surah
• Practical guidance and lessons that can be derived from
each Surah
Introduction to the Sciences of the Qur`an
This one day intensive course looks at various aspects of the
science of Divine revelation, how the Qur`an was revealed,
preserved, compiled and transmitted through generation after
generation. It also briefly covers the exegesis (tafsir) and
translation of the Quran. The Importance of such a subject is that
if one is to properly grasp the divine Message one needs to fully
understand the circumstances that surround the message.
Although some part of this special knowledge can be derived from
the Qur'an itself, there remain other areas of knowledge that can
only be discovered by wider study and research. The branch of
knowledge, called 'ulum al-Qur'an will give one a complete
understanding of the message of the Qur'an, by understanding its
setting and circumstances. According to a general definition,
'ulum al-Qur’an denotes studies concerned with the book of
revelations sent down upon the last Prophet Muhammad (SAW)
namely:
• Its revelation.
• Its collection.
• Its order and arrangement.
• It’s writing down.
• Information about the reasons and occasions of revelation.
• About what was revealed in Makkah and what in Madinah.
• About the abrogating and abrogated Ayahs.
• About the 'clear' and the 'unclear' Ayahs.
• The term also covers Qur'an-related studies, such as:
• The explanation of Ayahs and passages by the Prophet
himself, his Companions, their followers and the later
exegetes of the Qur'an.
• The methods of explanation.
• The scholars of exegesis and their books
Faculty(of(Qur’anic(sciences
Gateway'to'the'Islamic'Sciences'
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Shariah Course Brochure
Faculty(of(Shariah(
www.miu.education
Course Description
Shari’ah, or Islamic law, is the "centerpiece and backbone of the religion of
Islam." It is based on the Qur’an, which Muslims believe is the revealed book of Allah given to Prophet Muhammad over 23 years,
ending in 632 CE, and the Sunnah, or example of the Prophet Muhammad, whom Muslims believe was divinely guided. The Hadith,
which are sayings of Muhammad and provide information about the Sunnah, were recorded in the two centuries after Muhammad’s
death in authenticated hadith collections. Islamic law prescribes Muslim behavior in every aspect of life from private matters between
the individual and God to relationships with others from the family or the widest community. The Shari’ah contains categories and
subjects of Islamic law called the branches of fiqh (literally, "understanding"). They include Islamic worship, Family relations,
Inheritance, Commerce, Property law, Civil (tort) law, Criminal law, Administration, Taxation, Constitution, International Relations, War
and Ethics, and other categories.
Was developed in response to a growing need for an understanding of the Islamic faith within global communities. The lack of formally
recognised training education in Islamic traditions was also addressed. The course provides Islamic education within the current global
context, while staying true to Islamic traditions. With the inclusion of the study and critical analysis of the origins, sources, and
principles upon which Islamic jurisprudence is based. The Certificate in Shariah Studies provides students with an advanced
knowledge of Islam that includes a highly developed comprehension of the theological, jurisprudential, historical and contemporary
aspects of Islam. Islamic sciences are studied from both a classical and contemporary perspective and students graduate with the
ability to understand and read from the religious texts covering detailed knowledge of Islamic Jurisprudence, in addition to an
understanding of Hadith science and related vocabulary. The course prepares students with an advanced insight of the Islamic faith,
which can prove beneficial for further academic study, or for a range of professions such as teachers, public servants, companies or
any individual or Islamic institutions.
Course Duration 3 Semesters
Credits Needed to gain the qualification
120 Credits
Max Credits that can be carried forward from Awards
10 credits (1st Semester only)
Pre-requisite Entrance test or Achieving MIU Award
Certificate(in(Shariah(Faculty(of(Shariah(
Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
• Terminology of Hadith I
• Principles of Jurisprudence I
• History of the compilation of the
Sunnah
• History of Legislation
• Terminology of Hadith II
• Principles of Jurisprudence II
• Jurisprudence I
• Syntax I
• Terminology of Hadith III
• Jurisprudence II
• Exegesis I
• Islamic Finance
12 lessons per subject per semester + 12 Tutorials subject per semester
Total Credits necessary to achieve Certificate in Shariah Studies = 120 Credits
Diploma(in(Shariah(Faculty(of(Shariah
Course Description
Sources of law. A branch of religious knowledge called fiqh, or
understanding, is the theoretical foundation of Shari’ah. Usul al-fiqh, or sources of law, defines the principles and methods on which it
is based. The recognized primary sources of Islamic law are the Qur’an and Sunnah. In matters that were not clearly spelled out in
these sources, Muslim jurists developed other methods of finding a solution to a question. The first is ijma’ or unanimous consensus
among jurists, and the second is qiyas, or decision by analogy. Unanimous consensus means that after making public a judgment
about a matter of law, jurists found general agreement with it, and no jurist made sound legal arguments against the ruling.
Unanimous consensus belonged mainly to the time when jurists and knowledgeable people were known to one another in the
growing Muslim territories. The principle of ijma’ is being debated today. It might apply to longstanding agreement of scholars over
time, or take on new importance with the possibilities offered by mass communication.
Analogy means using logic and reasoning to apply a known law to a new situation not covered in the original law. As an example of
analogy, Islam forbids Muslims to drink wine. Jurists have applied this prohibition by making an analogy to other intoxicating
beverages like whiskey and beer, as well as drugs such as opium. They stated that the Islamic sources gave as the reason for
prohibiting wine that it intoxicates. Thus, other intoxicating substances were also prohibited by analogy. If the answer cannot be found
by making an analogy from a known case, then other categories can be applied to select an acceptable solution or judgment. Istihsan
means deciding in favor of the public interest in a matter that is not otherwise prohibited. Another source is ‘urf, or custom. Jurists
placed a value on preserving what is familiar to people in a certain place, based on established tradition. For example, people in
different geographic areas had long-standing customs about sharing irrigation water (some shared based on amount of time allowed
to irrigate, while others shared based on amount of water). Respect for custom became an important source of diversity in the
application of Islamic law over time and across geographic space, respecting ways that people did things according to their traditions
as long as they did not violate Islamic principles or standards.
MIU’s Diploma in Shariah Studies aims to equip its students with knowledge and skills that will enable them to have an in-depth
understanding of the religion and civilization of Islam, as well as a closer comprehension of textual application of divine texts. The
Diploma in Shariah Studies, which is an advancement of the certificate in Shariah Studies, offers a multi directional and multi-optional
program that extends from Tafseer (exegesis of the Qur’an) to historical sociology of Muslim societies, from hadith (traditions of the
Prophet) to modern Islamic thought. The course not only opens doors to the great heritage of Islamic civilization for its students, but
also enables them to discover the philosophy and knowledge that are produced in the modern world. Includes a study of Usool al-fiqh
(the principles of Islamic jurisprudence). The main topics of study are the daleels that are universally considered authoritative,
followed by the controversial daleels (excluding those most relevant to al-Maqasid al-Shari’ah), linguistic issues relevant to
interpretation of the texts, the nature of Shari’ah rules, and issues concerning ijtihad.
Course Duration 3 Semesters
Credits Needed to gain the qualification 120 Credits
Max Credits that can be carried forward from Awards
None
Pre-requisite Certificate in Shariah Studies
Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
•Advanced Terminology of Hadith I
•Principles of Jurisprudence III
•History of Judiciary System
• Morphology
•Advanced Terminology of Hadith II
•Principles of Jurisprudence IV
•Exegesis II
Syntax II
•Advanced Terminology of Hadith III
• Islamic Economics II
•Exegesis III
• Syntax III
0
Total Credits necessary to achieve Diploma in Shariah Studies = 120 Credits
Advanced Diploma Course Description
One of the leading classical scholars who developed this notion
was Imam Abu Ishaq al-Shatibi, an Andalusian scholar who lived
1388 AD. Scholars over the years and to this day, have differed
over as to what constitutes a Maqasid (an objective), how many,
and how it is identified and whether textual or not. Al-Shatibi’s
argument was that maqasid’s are known from clear injunctions,
but can they also be known from a general reading of the text by
way of induction? And determining what is beneficial and harmful
cannot be left to human reasoning alone (as most western
theorists advocate, as in the social contract theory and the
normative stakeholder theory).
The Advanced Diploma in Shariah Studies is a progression from
the Diploma in Shariah Studies with a deeper focus on the
subjects of Usool ul fiqh and its application. The objective of the
course is to provide the students with advanced training in
academic research and writing within the Islamic context enabling
students to analyse and extract canons from divine texts. At the
end of a course, a student should be able to demonstrate clear
evidence of undertaking a detailed supervised study of a topic in
Islamic Studies. Candidates research their projects with guidance
from an appropriate supervisor. This course will be examined by a
project of 10,000 words.
Advanced(Diploma(in(Shariah(
Faculty(of(Shariah
Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
• Principles of Jurisprudence V
• Rules of Jurisprudence I
• Judiciary in Islam I
• Research methodology
• Syntax IV
• Exegesis IV
• Judiciary in Islam II
• Rules of Jurisprudence II
• Islamic Business Ethics
• Islamic Law of Contracts
• Islamic Law of Inheritance
• Research Project
Total Credits necessary to achieve Advanced Diploma in Shariah Studies = 120 Credits
Maqasid Al Shariah: Principles of Shariah
Perhaps the most popular trend in contemporary Islamic legal and
political thought is to view Shari’ah as embodied not primarily in
specific rules or thorough extraction of those rules from the
revelatory texts according to the methods of classical legal theory
(usul al-fiqh), but rather as defined in terms of the overall
‘purposes’ (Maqasid) for which Allah swt revealed the law, this is
known as ‘the theory of the purposes of divine law’ (Maqasid Al-
Shari’ah).
• You will study general characterization of the Maqasid al-
Shari’ah and its origins in the Qur’an
• Classification of the Maqasid and a certain order of priority
that is integrated into the structure of the Maqasid
• Historical developments and the contributions of some of the
leading ‘ulama’, to the theory of the Maqasid
• Differential approaches the ‘ulama’ have taken toward the
identification of the Maqasid and the relevance of he
Maqasid to ijtihad and the ways in which the Maqasid can
enhance the scope and calibre of ijtihad
In terms of Shariah, there are five foundational goals (Maqasid al-
Shariah). These are the preservation of:
• Religion / Faith
• Life (nafs)
• Lineage / Progeny (nasl)
• Intellect (‘aql)
• Property / Wealth (mal)
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“Off course I love him!” this is the answer of any Muslim when
asked, “Do you love the Prophet (SAW)”, but do we really love him
(SAW)? Do we really know who he was enough to love him (SAW) It
is natural that when a person claims or displays love for another individual that he or she would want to know him better. In the
same way one who claims to love the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) has to know this individual if he really claims this type of love.
Along with this reason there are many benefits and blessings associated with this matter
Allah commands us to follow the example of the Prophet (SAW)
We have been commanded by Allah in the Qur’an to follow the example of the Prophet (SAW). Allah (SWT) says in the Qur’an,
“Certainly you have in the Messenger of Allah an excellent exemplar for him who hopes in Allah and the latter day and
remembers Allah much.” Surat Al-Ahzab (33) Verse 21
The Prophet’s (SAW) character is an excellent example for us to follow, and we can learn this example by studying the Seerah.
Muhammad (SAW) was a perfect model as a human being in each and every aspect of his life. He was a political leader,
military leader, an imam, a father, and a husband. And there is no example better than his to be successful in any of these
positions. His personality and character are like that of no other person and the best example for us to follow. Whose life is
better to learn from than to learn from the life of the best man to ever walk the face of the earth, the Prophet (SAW). And there
is no example better to follow than to follow the example of the man who Allah commands us to follow, the Messenger of Allah
(SAW).
Seerah increases our love for the Prophet (SAW)
Studying Seerah is a sign for our love for the Prophet (SAW) as well. When you love somebody you would want to know as
much as possible about that person. Similarly if you love the Prophet (SAW) there has to be an indication of your love for him
(SAW). And one of the signs of a mu’min (believer) is their love for the Prophet (SAW). If a person loves the Prophet (SAW)
then he is a mu’min and when a person has no love for the Prophet (SAW) then he is not a mu’min. If a person claims to love
Mohammed (SAW) then there must be an interest in him or a reason as to why he loves the Prophet (SAW). There must have
been something special in the Prophet (SAW) that makes a person love the Prophet (SAW) over everyone else. We learn those
special things about the Prophet (SAW) in the Seerah.
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The life of the Prophet SAW is both inspirational and emotive and is yet full of lessons and anecdotes that continue to unravel
themselves to us to this day. Studying the life of the Prophet SAW is an absolute must for everyone.
Course specification
• The definition of Seerah.
• The importance of Seerah.
• The sources of Seerah.
• The top scholars of Seerah
• The best books about Seerah
Prophet Ibrahim (as) to the birth of Mohammad (saw)
• The birth of Ibrahim (as) and his childhood.
• His journey to Palestine and Egypt
• His journey to Arabia
• The Sacrifice
• The marriage of Ismail
• The rebuilding of Al-Ka`bah
• Jurhum ruled Makkah
• The war between Jurhum and khuza`h
• Introducing the idols and the beginning of shirk
• The story of Qusai bin Kelab
• The story of Abd Manaf, Hashem, Abdul-Muttaleb
• The story of Zamzam, and Abdul-Muttaleb `s oath
• The Sacrifice with Abdullah
• The death of Abdullah
• The story of Tubba`
• The story of the boy and the king
Part two-From the birth till revelation
• The prophet’s birth
• His babyhood
• His story with Bahirah, the monk
• His youth
• His marriage to Khadijah
• Quick look at the prophet’s house
• Rebuilding Al-ka’bah
• Quick look at the history of Al-Ka’bah
• Just before prophet hood
The life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is full of countless examples that show his status as a role model for Muslim
societies and individuals. His life is one that was dominated by a superior morality, good habits, noble and gentle feelings and
superior skills, all of which are characteristics that help prevent people from getting entangled in a web of sin. The rich and the
prosperous, the poor and the needy, the ruler and the ruled, the weak and the lonely, the conqueror and the victorious
commander, the teacher and the student, the preacher and the mentor, the merchant and the craftsman, the employer and the
employee - in other words, every sort of person can find truths in Prophet Muhammad's life that constitute an example for them to
follow.
The fourth part: From migration till death
Stage one: The defence stage
• Building The new Islamic society
• The battles Pre Badr
• Battle of Badr the great
• The battles and the incidents between Badr and Uhud
• The battle of Uhud
• The battles and the incidents between Uhud and Al-
Khandaq
• The battle of Al-Khandaq
Stage two: The offensive stage
• The battle of Bani Quraizah
• The battle of Bani Al-Mustaliq
• Al-Hudaibiyah treaty
Stage three: The international da’wa
• The letters to the kings
• The conquest of Khaibar
• The compensatory umra
• The battle of Mu’tah
• Breaking Al-hudaibiyah treaty
• The conquest of Makkah
Stage four: The final stage
• The battle of Hunain
• The battle of Tabuk
• The delegations
• The Farewell
• The start of the illness
• The death of the prophet
• The burial and farewell preparation to his honourable body
• The end and the conclusion.
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Part three-From revelation till migration
Stage one: The secret da’wa
• The early revelation
• The early Muslims
Stage two: The open da’wa
• On the mountain of As-Safa
• An advisory council to debar pilgrims from the prophet
• The persecution
• The first migration to Abyssinia
• Omar became a Muslim
• The general social boycott
• The year of sadness
Stage three: Da’wa outside Makkah
• His journey to At-Taef)
• The amassing night’s journey
• Offering Islam to the tribes
• Aqaba pledges
• Migration of the prophet (Al-Hijra)
Stories of the Prophets
Week 1 Introduction: The importance of knowing about the prophets and the messengers.
Week 7 The Story Of Musa (AS): • His birth, • His life before prophecy, • His meeting with Shuaib (AS), • Receiving messenger ship, his miracles,
The Story Of Harun (AS)
Week 2 Adam (AS): The creation of Adam and Hawwa The Story Of Idris (AS).
• And mention Idris in the Book, • Surely he was a truthful man, a Prophet. And
We raised him high in heaven. (19:57-58)
Week 8 The Story Of Dawud (AS): • Dawood with Talut, • Dawood killing Jaloot (Goliath), • Dawood as a king and prophet, His
miracles, • His profession, • The holy book Az-Zabor
The Story Of Sulaiman (AS): • In the ants’ valley, • His kingdom, • His story with the queen of Sheba, • His death.
Week 3 Nuh (AS): • The beginning of worshipping idols, • Calling toward Allah, • The Ark and the flood.
Hud (AS): • Calling toward Allah, Debate of the
polytheist, • The punishment.
Salih (AS): • The people of Saleh, • Thamood asks to see a miracle, • Killing the she-camel, • Destruction of Thamood.
Week 9 The Story Of Ayyub (AS): The Story Of Dhul-Kifl (AS): The Story Of Ilyas (AS). The Story Of Il-Yasa`. The Story Of Yunus (AS)
Week 4 Ibrahim (AS): • Breaking statues and thrown in fire, • Leaving to the holy land,
The Story Of Ismail (AS): • His birth, • The sacrifice, • His children.
Week 10 The Story Of Zakariyya (AS): • Zakareyya asking for a son in old age,
Allah responds to his retest. The Story Of Yahya (AS):
• The characteristics of Yahya. The Story Of Isa (AS):
• His birth, • His miracles, • His disciples, • Uplifting of Isa, His return at the end of
the time, • His book Al-Ingeel
Week 5 The Story Of Lut (AS):
• Corruption of his people, • Angels at Lut’s place, • Destruction of his people by morning.
The Story Of Ishaq (AS): • His birth, his children.
The Story Of Ya`Qub (AS): • His journey to Iraq his children, • His title Israel.
Week 11 The Story Of Muhammad (SAW): • His life in summary, His status, • His virtues, his unique qualities, • His book Al-Quran, • Comparing between him and the other
prophets and the messengers.
Week 6 The Story Of Yusuf (AS): • Yusuf’s dream, • From Kan’an to Egypt,
The Story Of Shuaib (AS): • Delusion of the people of Madyan, • Warning of Shuaib, • Destruction of his nation.
Week 12 Conclusion: All the prophets came with one religion, which is Islam, the wisdom of sending different prophets; There will be no prophet after Muhammad (saw).
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Course Description Usool Al Fiqh
Usool ul-Fiqh: it is the science concerning the comprehensive evidences of fiqh. Since fiqh consist of either
i) Masaa‘il (issues) concerning which the ruling by one of the five rulings is sought
ii) It is the dalaa‘il (evidences) employed in extracting and determining these masaa‘il (issues)
So fiqh is actually knowledge of the masaa‘il (issues) and the dalaa‘il (evidences). These dalaa‘il (evidences) are of two types: -
i) Comprehensive evidences that encompass every ruling - from the beginning to the end of fiqh - of a single kind; such as our
saying: “al-amr lil-wujoob (a command is indicative of an obligation).” Or: “an-nahee lit-tahreem (a forbiddance is indicative of
a prohibition).” And other similar evidences. So these are part of Usool ul-fiqh.
ii) Detailed evidences that are to be understood in the light of the comprehensive evidences. So when such is completed, then
the ahkam (rulings) can be resolved.
Thus, the ahkam (rulings) are in need of their detailed evidences, and the detailed evidences are themselves in need of comprehensive
evidences. So by this, we recognise the need and the necessity of knowing Usool ul-fiqh, and that it aids in the understanding of fiqh
itself, and that it is the foundations for deducing and making ijtihad in the ahkam (rulings).
Usool al-Fiqh Studies explores the principles and the complexities of Islamic Jurisprudence in a way that refers to classical scholarship
as a means of understanding contemporary issues and their rulings. The course will lead to some competence in jurisprudence
allowing the student to research further and give a basis for deeper understanding. This course for those who wish to understand Usool
al-Fiqh in some detail. It covers the principles of Usool using classical texts of Usool al-fiqh to understand the methods of extraction
and classification of rulings according to the rules of Shariah.
Objectives of the course
• To enable the student to understand the origins of the Science of Usool al-Fiqh.
• To familiarize the student with the proofs for the authority of the various types of
evidence recognised in Usool al-Fiqh and the arguments of those who reject
various proofs.
• Rules regarding interpretation of textual evidence
• Rules in fiqh.
• How to deal with contradictory evidence.
• Ijtihad and its rules
• What is the difference between Islam, Shariah and Madhab?
• How can we determine the Shariah ruling of an action
• Linking ahkam to Maqasid Shariah
• Hukm taklifi – wajib mandoub fard haram Makruh
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Course Description
The principles Usool of Islamic Jurisprudence [fiqh] deals with the derivation of rulings [ahkam] relating to all matters of worship
[‘ibadah], dealings [mu’amalat] or any type of act conducted in this life from the Qur’an and the Sunnah of His Messenger, peace be
upon him. In order to do this accurately, a scholar must strictly adhere to certain principles and regulations: a science termed Usool al-
Fiqh (the principles of Islamic Jurisprudence). Generally, the study of Usool al-Fiqh incorporates the study of the following four main
branches:
i) Islamic sources (or evidences) on which all of the ahkam have been based. These are texts of the Qur’an and the authentic
Sunnah as well as the consensus of the Companions [Sahabah]. This also includes the discussion of proof their types and
their authority.
ii) Rulings and what they mean, their types, what affects them, how they can be applied, and the conditions relating to their use.
The types of ahkam refer to obligations [wajib], prohibitions [haram], recommendations (Mustahabb), objectionable [Makruh]
and the sanctioned [Mubah]
iii) Principles or rules available to the scholars to deduct and deduce ahkam based on the adillah aforementioned
iv) Qualifications and conditions required of the jurists [fuqaha] responsible for the correct application of Usool al-Fiqh. This is
sometimes referred to as the conditions of ijtihad.
Every action, word or movement that an adult does or utters, has a ruling set by Allah (SWT). Learn about these rulings and its
application in practical life by enrolling onto this programme.
The following courses are covered over 1 year:
• Rules of Purification and Prayer
• Love & Mercy: rules of Marriage and Divorce
• The Lawful and Unlawful
• The Pilgrimage
• Fasting and Charity
• Aqidah: The Muslims Creed
Course Content The Fiqh Programme
Every action, word or movement that an adult does or utters, has a ruling set by Allah. Learn about these rulings and its application in
practical life by enrolling onto this programme. The following courses are covered over 1 year:
• Rules of Purification and Prayer
• Love & Mercy: rules of Marriage and Divorce
• The Lawful and Unlawful
• The Pilgrimage
• Fasting and Charity
• Aqidah: The Muslims Creed
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Zakah Course
In Islam, one of the most important principles, is that all things
belong to Allah, and hence human beings in trust therefore hold
wealth. The word Zakat means both ‘purification’ and ‘growth’.
Setting aside a proportion for those in need purifies our
possessions. .
Zakat is the amount of money that every adult, mentally stable,
free, and financially able Muslim, male and female, has to pay to
support specific categories people. This category of people is
defined in surah at-Taubah (9) verse 60:
“The alms are only for the poor and the needy, and those who
collect them, and those whose hearts are to be reconciled, and to
free the captives and the debtors, and for the cause of Allah, and
(for) the wayfarers; a duty imposed by Allah. Allah is knower,
Wise.” [Qur’an 9:60]
The Zakah Course:
• Zakah, Sadaqah and other forms of giving: differences,
virtues, rules and etiquettes;
• The importance and benefits of Zakah;
• Zakah payers and recipients;
• Assets subject to Zakah and exempt assets;
• When to Pay Zakah;
• Conditions for the Validity of Zakah;
• Zakah on Debts and monies owed;
• Zakah calculation workshop;
• Tax and Zakah;
• Q&A.
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Fasting Course
"The month of Ramadan, in which the Quran was brought
down, a guidance for the people, and clarification of the
guidance and the criterion. Therefore, those of you who witness
the month shall fast it. And those who are ill or travelling, then
an equal number of other days. God wants ease for you, and
He does not want hardship for you, and so that you may
complete the count, and to exalt God for guiding you, and that
you may be thankful." [Qur’an 2:185]
The fourth "pillar" or foundation of Islam is the fasting of the
month of Ramadan. As with all other aspects of the religion, all
the details related to Fasting are found in the Quran.
The Fasting Course:
• Virtues and benefits of fasting, the month of Ramadan
and lailat al-qadr;
• Types of fasting;
• Conditions, essentials, sunnahs and etiquettes,
reprehensible acts and nullifiers of fasting; and the
reasons for which an ongoing fast can be broken;
• Fasting and medication, and other miscellaneous
issues;
• Making up for the missed fast, expiatory fasts and
redemptive payments;
• The fiqh of I'tikaf;
• 'Eid and Sadaqatul Fitr;
• Q&A
The course will cover the following:
• Introduction to Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence) covering
aspects of Usool al-fiqh (principles of jurisprudence) and
the historical development of fiqh;
• Comprehensive study of the rules and methods of
Purification
• Comprehensive study of the of the Fiqh of Prayer
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Aqidah: The Muslims Creed
This course is extremely important for every Muslim. It covers the basic articles of Iman
that are essential to one's faith as emphasised by the Prophet SAW in the hadith of
Jibraeel: namely, belief in Allah, His angels, books, messengers, the last day and good
and bad fate. Students will learn about the importance of correct beliefs and how the
ulama developed this into a subject of study to preserve the correct beliefs of Islam. The
courses briefly deals with sects, classical and contemporary differences of opinion
without being polemical, but rather with a view to giving the student a perspective that will
enable him/her to remain strong on faith and avoid getting sucked in to debates and
polemics.
In the Muslims Creed - the following will be covered:
• Classification of Islamic knowledge
• A brief history of the development of ''ilmul aqaid
• The definition of 'ilmul aqaid
• The source of the deen (religion)
• Understanding faith and practice in the two sources
• Understanding differences in the Ummah on beliefs
• Division within Ahlus Sunnah wal Jamā’ah
• The groups within Ahlus Sunnah wal Jamā’ah
• Islam and iman (faith)
• The first pillar of faith: belief in Allah
• Is there a cause for Allah?
• The oneness of Allah (SWT) (Tawheed)
• Allah’s attributes & names
• Ambiguous references to the attributes of
Allah
• Angels of Allah
• Belief in the prophets and messengers
• The need for prophets and messengers
• The proofs of Prophet hood
• Believing in the last day
• Belief in Qadar
Aqidah: The Muslims Creed The firm belief (i'tiqaad) that one's heart is strongly attached to and which is settled and fixed in the heart without any wavering or doubt approaching it. It excludes any supposition, doubt or suspicion.
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Usool Al Deen
This course is comprised of a study of the fundamental issues in the
Science of Tawheed / ‘Aqeedah most relevant in the 21st Century. It gives
an overview of the categories of Tawheed and Shirk.
Aqeedah refers to Islamic theology, which is one of the core branches
of Islamic studies relating to the beliefs associated with Islam. Any
religious belief system, or creed, can be considered an example
of Aqeedah.
The Arabic word ‘Aqeedah stems from the root ‘aqada, which conveys
meanings of certainty, affirmation, confirmation, etc. Aqeedah refers to
those matters, which are believed in with certainty and conviction, in one’s
heart and soul. They are not tainted with any doubt or uncertainty.
Usool Al Deen The science of the principles of religion
A"science"that"enables"a"person"to"prove"religious"beliefs"by"stating"appropriate"evidences"and"by"warding"
off"misconceptions"from"it."
The objectives of the course are to:
• To provide students with an opportunity to study in Tawheed from
the classical texts and scholarship.
• To understand the origins of the Science of Tawheed it roots and
emergence.
• To categories the three categories of Tawheed and.
• Authentic evidences that will dispel the controversies associated
with contemporary understanding of fiqh.
• To analyse the cultural misconceptions and that affects the true
comprehension of Tawheed in Muslim countries today.
• Nawaqid ut Tawheed
• Definition of Aqeedah
• Earliest mentions of Aqeedah and Tawheed
• Classification and categorisation of Tawheed
• What is kufr
• Takfir and its rulings
• Roots of Tawheed and its branches
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Islamic Sciences Course Brochure
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Course Description
The certificate in Islamic sciences was developed in
response to a growing need for an understanding of the
Islamic faith within global communities. The lack of
formally recognised training education in Islamic
traditions also being addressed. The course provides
Islamic education within the current global context, while
staying true to Islamic traditions.
The inclusion of the study and critical analysis of the origins,
sources, and principles upon which Islamic jurisprudence is
based is a fundamental element of this course.
The Certificate in Islamic Sciences provides students with an
advanced knowledge of Islam, which includes a highly
developed comprehension of the theological, jurisprudential,
historical and contemporary aspects of Islam.
Islamic sciences are studied from both a classical and
contemporary perspective and students graduate with the
ability to understand and read from the religious texts covering
detailed knowledge of Islamic Jurisprudence, in addition to an
understanding of Hadith sciences and related vocabulary.
The course prepares students with an advanced insight of the
Islamic faith, which can prove beneficial for further academic
study, or for a range of professions such as teachers, public
servants, companies or any individual or Islamic institutions.
Course Duration 3 Semesters
Credits Needed to gain the qualification 120 Credits
Max Credits that can be carried forward from Awards
10 credits (1st Semester only)
Pre-requisite Entrance test or Achieving MIU Award
Objectives of the course
• Analysis of text and its implication on validity of Hadith
• The major Hadith masters and their collections.
• Details on why a Hadith is authenticated or rejected.
• Chain of narration and its implication on validity of Hadith.
• The various classifications of Sahih Hadith
• Chains of narration
• Derivation of rulings from Ahadith
• The various classifications of daeef Hadith
• You will study general characterization of the Maqasid al-
Shari’ah and its origins in the Qur’an,
• Classification of the Maqasid and a certain order of
priority that is integrated into the structure of the Maqasid,
• Historical developments and the contributions of some of
the leading ‘ulama’, to the theory of the Maqasid,
differential approaches the ‘ulama’ have taken toward the
identification of the Maqasid and the relevance of the
Maqasid to ijtihad and the ways in which the Maqasid can
enhance the scope and calibre of ijtihad
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Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
• Terminology of Hadith I
• The Books of Hadith (Bukhari)
• Principles of Jurisprudence I
• History of Legislation
• Terminology of Hadith II
• The Books of Hadith (Muslim)
• Principles of Jurisprudence II
• Jurisprudence I
• Shamail Al Muhammadiya
• Ilm Ar Rijaal
• Exegesis I
• Syntax I
12 lessons per subject per semester + 12 Tutorials subject per semester
Total Credits necessary to achieve Certificate in Islamic Sciences = 120 Credits
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Course Description
MIU’s Diploma in Islamic Sciences aims to equip its students with
knowledge and skills that will enable them to have an in-depth
understanding of the religion and civilization of Islam, as well as a
closer comprehension of textual application of divine texts. The
Diploma in Islamic Sciences, which is an advancement of the in
Islamic Sciences, offers a multi directional and multi-optional
program that extends from Tafseer (exegesis of the Qur’an) to
historical sociology of Muslim societies, from hadith (traditions of
the Prophet) to modern Islamic thought. The course not only opens
doors to the great heritage of Islamic civilization for its students, but
also enables them to discover the philosophy and knowledge that
are produced in the modern world. On top of offering the curriculum
taught in the universities of Madinah MIU’s Diploma in Islamic
Sciences offers courses that aim to bring its students in contact
with the history and classics of Islamic studies. Includes a study of
Usool al-fiqh (the principles of Islamic jurisprudence).
Course Duration 3 Semesters
Credits Needed to gain the qualification 120 Credits
Max Credits that can be carried forward
from Awards
None
Pre-requisite Certificate in Islamic
Sciences
Objectives
To enable the students to understand the origins of the
Science of Usool al-Fiqh.
• To familiarize the student with the proofs for the
authority of the various types of evidence recognized
in Usool al-Fiqh and the arguments of those who
reject various proofs.
• Rules regarding interpretation of textual evidence
• Rules in Fiqh.
• How to deal with contradictory evidence.
• Ijtihad and its rules
• What is the difference between Islam, Shariah and
Madhab?
• How can we determine the Shariah ruling of an
action
• Linking ahkam to Maqasid Shariah
• Hukm taklifi – wajib mandoub fard haram Makruh
Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
• Advanced Terminology of Hadith I
• Introduction to Al- Jarh wat-Ta’deel
• Principles of Jurisprudence III
• History of Judiciary System
• Advanced Terminology of Hadith II
• Introduction to Takhreej
• Exegesis II
• Syntax II
• Ahadeeth al- Adaab wa- Raqaiq wa
Zuhd
• Highest ranking hadith of Bukhari
• Morphology
• Principles of Jurisprudence IV
12 lessons per subject per semester + 12 Tutorials subject per semester
Total Credits necessary to achieve Diploma in Islamic Sciences = 120 Credits
Course Description
The Advanced Diploma in Islamic Sciences is a progression from
the Diploma in Islamic Sciences with a deeper focus on the
subjects of Usool ul fiqh and it’s application. The objective of the
course is to provide the students with advanced training in
academic research and writing within the Islamic context enabling
students to analyse and extract canons from divine texts. This
course is designed and tailored to equip students with the main
fundamentals of the various sciences of Hadith, and to connect the
student with the classical texts of the scholars of Hadith
comprehensively. It also focuses to build the aptitude of the
student by allowing the student to implement the sciences of
Hadith theoretically, practically, and analytically with sound
comprehension. From the essentials of the course is for the
student to identify and acknowledge the achievements of the
scholars of Hadith by them serving the sciences of Hadith, the
anatomy of the compilation and perseveration of the Hadith,
throughout the different ages of Islam. An indispensable objective
is to engineer students academically to defend the Sunnah &
Hadith. It also focuses to cultivate and help the student to be able
to examine critically by implementing the principles of the scholars
of Hadith related to the chains of transmission and its text and
recognize the grading of the scholars of Hadith upon the narrations
with its explanation. Lastly, it also aims to clarify the concept of the
connection between Fiqh & Sunnah. The Fiqh Madhab of the
scholars of Hadith has always been present and co-existed with
the other Fiqh Madhabs.
This course will be examined by a project of 10,000 words. The
undergraduate tutor must approve the topic before the student is
allowed to embark on this course.
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Objectives
• To empower the students to worship Allah Almighty
correctly
• To enable the student to understand the origins of the
Science of Usool al-Fiqh.
• To familiarize the student with the proofs for the authority
of the various types of evidence recognized in Usool al-
Fiqh and the arguments of those who reject various
proofs.
• To acquaint the student with the main rules regarding
interpretation of textual evidence as well as the most
important controversies surrounding some of them.
• To give the student a clear framework for understanding
the nature of rules employed in Fiqh.
• To familiarize students with the methodology for dealing
with apparently contradictory evidence.
• To acquaint the student with issues related to ijtihad
Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
• Advanced Terminology of Hadith III
• Books of Jarh Highest Wa-Tadeel
• Rules of Jurisprudence I
• Research methodology
• Criticism (Naqd) in Hadith
• Judiciary in Islam I
• Rules of Jurisprudence II
• Research Project
• T Islamic Business Ethics
• Islamic Law of Contracts
• Takhreej II
• Research Project
Total Credits necessary to achieve Advanced Diploma in Islamic Sciences = 120 Credits
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History of Islam Course Brochure Faculty(of(Islamic(History(
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In just one year learn ‘your’ history from Adam (as), the
golden ages of Islam, to the righteous Companions of the
Prophet Muhammad (saw) up to the Four Great Imams.
Find out about the great prophets of the past and the lives
of the Companions of the Prophet (saw) and pious
predecessors.
• In this Sīrah: Life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW)
• Stories of the Prophets
• Lives of the khulafa al-rashidun: The Four Rightly
Guided Rulers
• The Lives of the Companions
• The Four Great Imams
Programme you will cover the following courses:
Course Content - The Islamic History Programme
In just one year learn ‘your’ history from Adam (as), the
golden ages of Islam, to the righteous Companions of the
Prophet Muhammad (saw) up to the Four Great Imams.
Find out about the great prophets of the past and the
lives of the Companions of the Prophet (saw) and pious
predecessors. In this programme you will cover the
following courses:
• Sīrah: Life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW)
• Stories of the Prophets
• Lives of the khulafa al-rashidun: The Four Rightly
Guided Rulers
• The Lives of the Companions
• The Four Great Imams
Stories of the Prophets
It's time you know what happened to the great prophets of Allah
(swt). Have you ever wondered about the stories of the previous
prophets and their people? A course covering the stories of the
lives of over 12 prophets who were sent down before
Muhammad (SAW) by Allah (swt) to spread the true message of
the oneness of Allah (swt). How much do you know about the
story of Adam (as)? Why was Yusuf (as) thrown into a well?
What happened with Musa (as) and the Pharaoh? Was 'Isa (as)
crucified? How did Yunus (as) end up in the belly of the whale?
This course will answer all of these questions. Growing up in the
UK we often hear the stories of our prophets through the
narrations of Christianity. Isn't it time we know what Islam tells
us about our prophets?
Sīrah: Life of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW)
This course will trace the life history of our beloved prophet
Muhammad SAW from the days before the advent of Islam,
known as the time of ignorance. The course follows his birth
and upbringing through to his receiving of prophet hood, the
spread of Islam in Makkah and the immigration to Madinah
including his many struggles and battles. The life of the Prophet
SAW is both inspirational and emotive and is yet full of lessons
and anecdotes that continue to unravel themselves to us to this
day.
The Four Rightly Guided Rulers
This course covers the early post prophetic era and looks at the
lives and rule of the four successors to leadership of the
Muslims after the passing of the prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Students will learn the history and have the opportunity to
understand and examine how the condition of Islam and the
Muslims compared against politics and other worldly influences
in the beloved Prophets legacy.
• The Lives of the Companions
• The Four Great Imams
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Hadith Course Brochure Faculty(of(Hadith(
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Course Duration 3 Semesters
Credits Needed to gain the qualification
120 Credits
Max Credits that can be carried forward from Awards
10 credits (1st Semester only)
Pre-requisite Entrance test or Achieving MIU Award
Certificate(in(Hadith(Sciences(Faculty(of(Hadith(
Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
• Terminology of Hadith I
• The Books of Hadith (Bukhari)
• History of the compilation of the
Sunnah
• Aqeedah
• Terminology of Hadith II
• The Books of Hadith (Muslim)
• Fiqh of Hadith (Ibaadat)
• Shamail Al Muhammadiya
• Terminology of Hadith III
• The Books of Hadith (Tirmidhi)
• Fiqh of Hadith (Ibaadat)
• Ilm Ar Rijaal
12 lessons per subject per semester + 12 Tutorials subject per semester
Total Credits necessary to achieve Certificate in Hadith Sciences = 120 Credits
Course Description
Allah has sent Prophet Muhammad (SAW) with the guidance and religion of
truth that it may prevail over all falsehood. Furthermore, he has been
commanded to present all of the religion of Islam to mankind. So Allah
revealed to him the Qur’an and the Sunnah and commanded him to explain
to the people what has been sent down to them, in order for them to ponder
over, act upon and benefit from. Thus, the Qur’an and the Sunnah are the 2 sources by which Allah has provided and establish
the proof against His slaves and upon these two sources is built the ruling of belief and action. Anyone who wishes to use the
Sunnah as a source of proof has to be certain that it fulfills two important conditions;
1. The Sunnah been transmitted is truly connected to the Messenger of Allah (SAW) (i.e. the Hadeeth is authentic).
2. The Tafseer (explanation) of the Hadeeth points to the proof, which is been established by the Hadeeth.
So due to the first point, it was necessary to formulate a set of rules and principles as guidelines to differentiate between
narrations which were authentically transmitted from the Prophet of Allah (SAW) and those which had been falsely attributed to
him. The Scholars of the past have under taken this enormous task and responsibility in collecting the various rules and principles
regarding this subject, under the title: ‘Mustalah al Hadeeth’ (the study/science of narrations).
This course is designed and tailored to equip students with the main fundamentals of the various sciences of Hadith, and to
connect the student with the classical texts of the scholars of Hadith comprehensively. It also focuses to build the aptitude of the
student by allowing the student to implement the sciences of Hadith theoretically, practically, and analytically with sound
comprehension. From the essentials of the course is for the student to identify and acknowledge the achievements of the scholars
of Hadith by them serving the sciences of Hadith, the anatomy of the compilation and perseveration of the Hadith, throughout the
different ages of Islam. An indispensable objective is to engineer students academically to defend the Sunnah & Hadith and to
refute the deceptive doubts and false arguments of the orientalists and rejecters of Hadith.
Diploma(in(Hadith(Sciences(Faculty(of(Hadith
Course Description
The Sunnah (the actions, sayings and confirmations of
Prophet Muhammad (SAW) is the second source of Islamic
legislation and must be in complete agreement with the first
source (i. e. the Quran). The term Sunnah comes from the root
word ‘sanna’, which means to pave the way.
Sunnah can be used to describe a path that people follow. In Islamic terminology, Sunnah applies to a prophetic way, which includes
references to the Prophet’s sayings, actions, approvals, physical features and character traits. His actions pertain to anything he did,
as authentically reported by the Companions, May Allah be pleased with them. His silent approvals on different issues meant he didn’t
oppose or mind what he saw, heard or knew of the actions or sayings of his Companions. Sunnah also includes everything
authentically narrated concerning the Prophet's physical features and his traits. The Quran and the Sunnah complement each other.
Without the Sunnah, Islam is not complete, likewise without the Quran, Islam is not complete.
This course is designed and tailored to equip students with the main fundamentals of the various sciences of Hadith, and to connect
the student with the classical texts of the scholars of Hadith comprehensively. It also focuses to build the aptitude of the student by
allowing the student to implement the sciences of Hadith theoretically, practically, and analytically with sound comprehension. From
the essentials of the course is for the student to identify and acknowledge the achievements of the scholars of Hadith by them serving
the sciences of Hadith, the anatomy of the compilation and perseveration of the Hadith, throughout the different ages of Islam. An
indispensable objective is to engineer students academically to defend the Sunnah & Hadith and to refute the deceptive doubts and
false arguments of the orientalists and rejecters of Hadith. It also focuses to cultivate and help the student to be able to examine
critically by implementing the principles of the scholars of Hadith related to the chains of transmission and its text and recognize the
grading of the scholars of Hadith upon the narrations with its explanation. Lastly, it also aims to clarify the concept of the connection
between Fiqh & Sunnah. The Fiqh Madhab of the scholars of Hadith has always been present and co-existed with the other Fiqh
Madhabs. It has its principles, which are implemented in order to deduce and derive correct Fiqh rulings solely based upon the Hadith.
Course Duration 3 Semesters
Credits Needed to gain the qualification 120 Credits
Max Credits that can be carried forward from Awards
None
Pre-requisite Certificate in Hadith Sciences
Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
• Advanced Terminology of Hadith I
• The Books of Hadith (Abu
Dawud)
• Fiqh of Hadith (Muamalaat)
• Introduction to Al-Jarh wat-
Ta’deel
• Advanced Terminology of Hadith
• The Books of Hadith (Nasai)
• Fiqh of Hadith (Muamalaat)
• Introduction to Takhreej I
• Advanced Terminology of Hadith
• The Books of Hadith (Ibn Majah)
• Ahadeeth al-Adaab wa-Raqaiq wa
Zuhd
• Islamic Finance
12 lessons per subject per semester + 12 Tutorials subject per semester
Total Credits necessary to achieve Diploma in Hadith Sciences = 120 Credits
Advanced(Diploma(in(Hadith(Sciences(
Faculty(of(Hadith
Compulsory Modules
Semester I Semester II Semester III
• Advanced Terminology of Hadith
• Books of Jarh Wa-Tadeel
• Fabrication and the Fabricators
• Research techniques
• Advanced Terminology of Hadith
• Highest Ranking Hadith of
Bukhari
• Criticism (Naqd) in Hadith
• Research Project
• Advanced Terminology of
Hadith
• Takhreej II
• Islamic Business Ethics
• Research Project
Total Credits necessary to achieve Advanced Diploma in Hadith Sciences = 120 Credits
Course Description
Allah preserved the Sunnah by enabling the Companions and those after them (may Allah be pleased with them) to memorise, write
down and pass on the statements of the Messenger (may Allah bless him and grant him peace) and the descriptions of his Way, as
well as to continue the blessings of practising the Sunnah. Later, as the purity of the knowledge of the Sunnah became threatened,
Allah caused the Muslim nation to produce outstanding individuals of incredible memory-skills and analytical expertise, who
journeyed tirelessly to collect! hundreds of thousands of narrations and distinguish the true words of precious wisdom of their
Messenger (may Allah bless him and grant him peace) from those corrupted by weak memories, from forgeries by unscrupulous
liars, and from the statements of the enormous number of ulama, the Companions and those who followed their way, who had
taught in various centres of learning and helped to transmit the legacy of Muhammad (may Allah bless him and grant him peace) -
all of this achieved through precise attention to the words narrated and detailed familiarity with the biographies of! the thousands of
reporters of Hadith. Action being the best way to preserve teachings, the renewers of Islam also revived the practice of the blessed
authentic Sunnah.
This course is designed and tailored to equip students with the main fundamentals of the various sciences of Hadith, and to connect
the student with the classical texts of the scholars of Hadith comprehensively. It also focuses to build the aptitude of the student by
allowing the student to implement the sciences of Hadith theoretically, practically, and analytically with sound comprehension.
From the essentials of the course is for the student to identify and acknowledge the achievements of the scholars of Hadith by them
serving the sciences of Hadith, the anatomy of the compilation and perseveration of the Hadith, throughout the different ages of
Islam. An indispensable objective is to engineer students academically to defend the Sunnah & Hadith and to refute the deceptive
doubts and false arguments of the orientalists and rejecters of Hadith.It also focuses to cultivate and help the student to be able to
examine critically by implementing the principles of the scholars of Hadith related to the chains of transmission and its text and
recognize the grading of the scholars of Hadith upon the narrations with its explanation.
Lastly, it also aims to clarify the concept of the connection between Fiqh & Sunnah. The Fiqh Madhab of the scholars of Hadith has
always been present and co-existed with the other Fiqh Madhabs. It has its principles, which are implemented in order to deduce
and derive correct Fiqh rulings solely based upon the Hadith.
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