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Al Ghazali University


Masters in Islamic Studies
Program

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Islamic Studies (MS IS) at AGU offers a comprehensive and intellectually stimulating academic journey that equips students with a profound understanding of Islam and the ability to articulate its true message in today’s complex world.

In an era where misconceptions often obscure the genuine teachings of Islam, this program serves as a beacon of clarity—producing scholars who can effectively communicate Islamic principles, bridge cultural divides, and promote peaceful coexistence. Through in-depth study of the foundational sources of Shari’ah—the Qur’an and Sunnah—students develop a nuanced perspective of Islam’s teachings and relevance in contemporary times.

The MS IS curriculum integrates classical Islamic scholarship with modern academic disciplines and scientific advancements, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to engage in contemporary intellectual and social debates. The program is inclusive and diverse, welcoming students from various educational backgrounds, including those with traditional Islamic education such as Dars-e-Nizami.

By harmonizing tradition with modernity, the program provides a distinctive educational experience that responds to the urgent need for authentic, scholarly, and contextually aware representation of Islam.

Objectives of the Program

The primary objectives of the MS IS program are to:

  • Provide an in-depth and scholarly understanding of Islam based on the Qur’an, Sunnah, and classical sources.
  • Equip students with the intellectual tools and critical thinking skills necessary to analyze and address contemporary social, political, and religious challenges from an Islamic perspective.
  • Develop the ability to dispel misconceptions about Islam and present its teachings with clarity, accuracy, and relevance.
  • Train students to become effective communicators and representatives of Islamic knowledge on national and international platforms.
  • Bridge the gap between traditional Islamic education and modern academic disciplines through interdisciplinary approaches.
  • Promote values of inclusivity, interfaith dialogue, and mutual respect, fostering scholars who can contribute to global peace and understanding.

Semester I

Code Title of the Course Nature Credit Hours
MIS1001 Advance Research Methodology Core 3
MIS5010 Quran and Uloom ul-Quran Elective 3
MIS5011 Hadith and Uloom ul-Hadith Elective 3
MIS5012 Seerat Un Nabi and Fiqh Us Seerah Elective 3
Total 12

Semester II

Code Title of the Course Nature Credit Hours
MIS2005 Ijtihad: History, Principles and Methods Core 3
MIS5014 A Critical Analysis of Orientalism Core 3
MIS5017 Modern Western Philosophy Elective 3
Ilm-ul-Ilal Elective 3
Total 12

Semester III

Course Code Title of the Course Nature Credit Hours
MIS3009 MS Thesis Thesis 6
Total 6

ELECTIVE / SPECIALIZATION COURSES

Code Title of the Course Nature Credit Hours
MIS5010 Quran and Uloom ul-Quran Elective 3
MIS5011 Hadith and Uloom ul-Hadith Elective 3
MIS5012 Seraat-Un-Nabi and Fiq ul-Seerah Elective 3
MIS5013 Islamic Jurisprudence Elective 3
MIS5014 Islam and Contemporary Social, Economic, and Political Thoughts Elective 3
MIS5015 Modern Concepts of Islamic Finance Elective 3
MIS5016 Islamic Thought, History, and Civilization: Principles and Methodologies Elective 3
MIS5017 Comparative Religions Elective 3
MSID5018 Islam and Philosophy Elective 3