BS ISLAMIC SCIENCES
Program Overview
A comprehensive and in-depth understanding of Islamic studies, theology, and jurisprudence is what the University of Rawalpindi's Bachelor of Science (BS) in Islamic Sciences curriculum strives to impart. The goal of this program is to provide students with the fundamental information and real-world skills necessary for success in the field of Islamic sciences. The curriculum includes courses in Islamic ethics and comparative religion in addition to important subjects including Islamic history, Hadith sciences, Quranic studies, and jurisprudence (Fiqh). Our goal is to produce academics who are highly competent and morally upright, prepared to make significant contributions to religious instruction, scholarship, and community leadership.
Why choose this course?
- Delve into Islamic history, theology, jurisprudence, and contemporary issues, providing a thorough understanding of Islamic knowledge and its application in modern contexts.
- Learn from esteemed scholars and researchers in Islamic studies, ensuring high academic standards and a deep engagement with primary texts and scholarly traditions.
- Engage in research projects that contribute to the field of Islamic studies and contemporary discourse, fostering critical thinking and scholarly inquiry.
- Participate in community service and outreach programs, applying your knowledge to benefit society and promoting interfaith dialogue and understanding.
- Explore the rich cultural and intellectual heritage of Islam, fostering a deep appreciation for its contributions to civilization and contemporary relevance.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program can pursue various career paths in:
- Religious Education: Islamic scholars, educators
- Islamic Research: Researchers, academic scholars
- Religious Counseling: Religious counselors, advisors
- Islamic Finance: Islamic finance advisors, consultants
- Islamic Finance: Islamic finance advisors, consultants
- Media and Publishing: Islamic writers, editors
- Cultural Organizations: Islamic cultural coordinators
- Public Service: Government advisors, policy analysts
Semesters and Courses
Semester 1
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEN-104 | Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan | 2(2-0) | General |
| ENG-107 | Functional English | 3(3-0) | General |
| CS-102 | Applications of Information & Communication Technologies | 3(2-1) | General |
| ISL-103 | Teachings of Holy Quran - I | NC | NC |
| ISL-111 | Uloom-ul-Quran | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ARAB-101 | Arabic Language-I | 3(3-0) | Interdisciplinary |
| ISL-415 | Study of Seerah of Holy Prophet (PBUH) | 3(3-0) | Major |
| - | Credit Hours | 17 | - |
Semester 2
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISL-101 | Islamic Studies | 2(2-0) | General |
| ETH-100 | Ethics (for Non-Muslims) | ||
| ENG-108 | Expository Writing | 3(3-0) | General |
| GEN-103 | Creative Arts | 2(2-0) | General |
| ISL-104 | Teaching of Holy Quran - II | NC | NC |
| ARAB-201 | Arabic Language-II | 3(3-0) | Interdisciplinary |
| ISL-314 | History of Tafseer | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-319 | History of Islam (Khilafat-e-Rashida) | 3(3-0) | Major |
| - | Credit Hours | 16 | - |
Semester 3
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| STAT-301 | Statistics | 3(3-0) | General |
| GEN-203 | Community Service Learning | 2(2-0) | General |
| GEN-202 | Environmental Studies | 3(2+1) | General |
| ISL-201 | Teachings of Holy Quran-III | NC | NC |
| ISL-112 | Study of Islamic Fiqh | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-214 | History of Compilation of Hadith | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-113 | Arabic Through Quranic Text | 3(3-0) | Major |
| - | Credit Hours | 17 | - |
Semester 4
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEN-206 | Entrepreneurship | 2(2-0) | General |
| PSY-201 | Phycology | 2(2-0) | General |
| GEN-310 | Research Methodology | 3(3-0) | General |
| isl-202 | Teachings of Holy Quran-IV | NC | NC |
| ISL-212 | Textual Study of Al-Quran-I | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-213 | Uloom ul Hadith | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-216 | Introduction to World Religions (Sematic) | 3(3-0) | Major |
| - | Credit Hours | 16 | - |
Semester 5
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISL-318 | Islamic Morals | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-311 | Textual Study of Hadith-I | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-313 | Usul-al-Fiqh | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-312 | Textual Study of Al-Quran-II | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-316 | Cultural History of Islam | 3(3-0) | Major |
| - | Credit Hours | 15 | - |
Semester 6
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISL-223 | History of Muslim in Sub-continent | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-318 | Study of Tasawwuf | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-317 | Islam and Science | 3(3-0) | Interdisciplinary |
| ISL-319 | Textual Study of Al-Quran-III | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-320 | Islam and Modern Social Thoughts | 3(3-0) | Major |
| MASC-301 | Mass Communication | 3(3-0) | Interdisciplinary |
| - | Credit Hours | 18 | - |
Summer Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEN-401 | Internship | 3(0-3) | General |
| - | Credit Hours | 03 | - |
Semester 7
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISL-411 | Introduction to World Religions (Non-Sematic) | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-412 | Study of Selected Commentaries of Hadith | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-413 | Introduction to Selected Topics of Holy Quran | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-414 | Al-Dawa-Wal Irshad | 3(3-0) | Major |
| IS-416 | History of Fiqh (Islamic Laws) | 3(3-0) | Major |
| - | Credit Hours | 15 | - |
Semester 8
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| IS-422 | Muslims Contribution in Development of Civilization | 3(3-0) | Major |
| GEN-402 | Research Project | 3(0-3) | General |
| ISL-315 | Islamic Economics | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-417 | Textual study of Muslim family laws | 3(3-0) | Major |
| ISL-418 | Islam and modern Political Thoughts | 3(3-0) | Major |
| - | Credit Hours | 15 | - |
| - | Total Credit Hours | 132 | - |