Bachelor of Islamic Studies
Overview
Our Bachelor of Islamic Studies, validated by the Paragon Business School, is full-time higher education programme that combines an in-depth study of traditional Islamic disciplines with a study of relevant fields of contemporary knowledge that inform the discourse on faith in the modern context. It offers a comprehensive understanding of Islam’s relevance in modern society, combining traditional learning with current scholarship. This programme is the first of its kind in the UK and fills a crucial gap in Islamic education, aiming to guide students’ intellectual growth and spiritual development.
PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
The objectives of the programme are to:
Build a balanced understanding of different schools of thought and core disciplines in the Islamic tradition, the contexts in which they have developed, and the ways in which they deal with contemporary issues and challenges;
Provide the student with the opportunity to acquire deep and critical mastery of key foundational theories, principles and texts within the Islamic tradition;
Present a broad understanding of key aspects of the natural sciences, the humanities, and the social and political sciences which intersect with the study of religion and its application to contemporary society;
Equip students with intellectual and practical skills embedded in the Islamic tradition that will aid in the articulation and proper application of the Islamic tradition to contemporary issues and challenges;
Develop independence of judgement, critical thinking and the ability to communicate effectively in ways that are relevant to the field of scholarship and the wider professional world;
Prepare students for further study at higher levels and/or the pursuit of relevant professional pathways;
Create a learning and research environment which provides both equal opportunity and tolerance of diversity.
ASSESSMENT
Students are assessed using different methods aligned with module objectives. These include essays, oral presentations, group projects and written examinations.