Post Graduate Certificate in Islamic Studies offered in Arabic, is a comprehensive program designed for individuals interested in understanding Islam and its impact on Muslim communities worldwide. This certificate offers a unique opportunity to explore the interdisciplinary nature of Islamic studies, and gain a better understanding of Islamic history, theology, philosophy, law, and ethics. The insights gained from the program can be practically applied to professional and educational settings, while widely contributing to the development of more inclusive and diverse communities. The certificate also serves as a bridge program for students who may consider pursuing a master’s degree in Contemporary Islamic Studies offered at the college.

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Requirements

Minimum hours required to complete program 18 CH

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Core Courses
CIS 600	Foundations of Islamic Thought	3
CIS 601	Contemporary Quran and Hadith Studies	3
CIS 602	Applied Research Methodologies in Islamic Studies	3
Subtotal		9
Elective Courses
Select three of the following:		9
CIS 501	Maxims of Islamic Law (Jurisprudence)
CIS 502	Contemporary Religious Issues
CIS 503	The Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence) of Worship and its Contemporary Developments
CIS 504	The Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence) of Family Law and its Contemporary Developments
CIS 505	The Histography of Islamic Law
CIS 615	Non-Textual Legal Sources
CIS 616	Fatwa, Family and Society
CIS 617	Islamic jurisprudence, Politics and the State
Subtotal		9
Total Hours		18

Plan of Study Grid

First Year		Hours
CIS 600	Foundations of Islamic Thought	3
CIS 601	Contemporary Quran and Hadith Studies	3
CIS 602	Applied Research Methodologies in Islamic Studies	3
	Semester Hours	9
Second Semester
Elective 1		3
Elective 2		3
Elective 3		3
	Semester Hours	9
	Total Hours	18