Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies with concentration in General Islamic Studies
The Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies with a concentration in General Islamic Studies provides a robust education in Islamic theology, jurisprudence, history, and Arabic language. This program is designed to cultivate a deep and nuanced understanding of the Quran, Hadith, and diverse Islamic sciences. Graduates will be well-equipped for careers in Islamic education, community leadership, and advanced academic research, having developed a broad and insightful foundation in Islamic studies.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates will be able to:
1: Achieve proficiency in the Arabic language for both written and oral communication.
2: Demonstrate a deep understanding of the Islamic Creed (Aqeedah).
3: Apply Islamic jurisprudential principles in diverse contexts.
4: Conduct detailed analysis and interpretation of Quranic and Hadith Sciences texts.
5: Understand the historical development of Islamic thought and its application in contemporary contexts.
Program Features
Flexible Study Format
Online/live sessions or
Self-Paced Study
Tuition and Fees
Monthly:$129
Quarterly :$486
Total:$5,160
Full-Time Completion
Time
3 Quarters per Year: ~
3.3 year
4 Quarters per Year:
2.5 year
Study Time Options
Full Time:4 courses per
quarter
Part Time:2 courses per
quarter
Instruction Medium
English or Arabic
Curriculum Details
Degree Completion Requirements
Total: 180 quarter credits
General Education Courses: 45 credits
Core Courses: 81 credits
Islamic Studies Courses: 45 credits
Freshman Year: Introduction to Islamic Studies
The Fall Quarter
1:ISEG100: Arabic Language Level I - 5 credits
2:ISEC110: Islamic Creed I - 4 credits
3:ISEC111: Fiqh of Worship I - 4 credits
4:ISEC112: Introduction to Quranic Sciences - 5 credits
The Winter Quarter
1:ISEC113: History of Islamic Jurisprudence - 4 credits
2:ISEC114: Tajweed I (Rules of Proper Recitation) - 5 credits
3:ISEC115: Analytical Tafseer I - 5 credits
4:ISEG101: Islamic Psychology - 4 credits
The Spring Quarter
1:ISEG102: Islam & Science - 4 credits
2:ISEG103: Arabic Language Level II (Prerequisite: ISEG100) - 5 credits
3:ISEG104: Islamic Manners/Behavior - 4 credits
Sophomore Year: Intermediate Studies in Islamic Studies
The Fall Quarter
1:ISEG200: Arabic Language Level III (Prerequisite: ISEG103) - 5 credits
2:ISEG201: History of the Rightly Guided Caliphs - 4 credits
3:ISEG202: Islamic Spirituality (Tazkiya) - 4 credits
4:ISEC210: Introduction to Sunnah Sciences - 5 credits
The Winter Quarter
1:ISEC211: Fiqh of Worship II (Prerequisite: ISEC111) - 4 credits
2:ISEC212: Islamic Creed II (Prerequisite: ISEC110) - 4 credits
3:ISEG203: Arabic Language Level IV (Prerequisite: ISEG200) - 5 credits
4:ISEG204: History of Muslim States (Prerequisite: ISEG201) - 5 credits
Junior Year: Specialized Topics in Islamic Studies
The Fall Quarter
1: ISEC300: Tajweed II (Rules of Proper Recitation) (Prerequisite: ISEC114) - 5 Credits
2: ISEC301: Fiqh of Transactions II (Prerequisite: ISEC215) - 4 Credits
3: ISEC302: Islamic Theology - 4 Credits
4ISEC303: Hadith Terminology I - 5 Credits
The Winter Quarter
1: ISEA300: Islamic Monotheism - 5 Credits
2: ISEH303: Defending the Sunnah - 5 Credits
3:ISEF301: Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence - 5 Credits
The Spring Quarter
1: ISEA300: Islamic Monotheism - 5 Credits
2: ISEH303: Defending the Sunnah - 5 Credits
3:ISEF301: Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence - 5 Credits
Senior Year: Advanced Topics in Aqeedah
The Fall Quarter
1:ISEA400: Comparative Theology - 5 Credits
2: ISEA401: Applied Theology - 5 Credits
3:ISEA403: Modern Logic - 5 Credits
Admission Requirements
1:Copy of Valid Passport or ID: Please provide a clear image of your valid passport or photo ID to verify your identity.
2:Personal Statement: A personal statement is required. This should outline your interest in the program, your career goals, and why you believe you would
be a good fit for the program.
3:High School Diploma or Equivalent: Applicants must have completed high school or earned a General Education Diploma. Official transcripts or proof of
completion must be submitted.
4:Application Form: Applicants must submit a fully completed application form through the university's online application system. It is essential that all sections of the form are thoroughly and accurately completed to ensure your application is properly considered.
5:Application Fee: Applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of $25.
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