Academic Track Structure 9 courses = 36 credit hours,
practical training = 18 credit hours
Ph. D. thesis = 36 credit hours
To be an internationally recognized center for advanced scholarship in Islamic Studies, fostering innovation, interdisciplinary research, and leadership in the study and application of Islamic knowledge.
Mission
To prepare scholars capable of producing original research, contributing to academic discourse, and applying Islamic knowledge to contemporary global challenges, through rigorous, flexible, and interdisciplinary doctoral training.
Program Goals
Develop advanced expertise in core and specialized areas of Islamic Studies.
Train scholars in innovative research methodologies and critical analysis.
Promote ethical and responsible leadership in academic, social, and professional spheres.
Facilitate the production of original contributions to Islamic knowledge.
Strengthen the integration of classical scholarship with contemporary intellectual, cultural, and scientific developments.
Core Values
Academic Excellence and Innovation
Intellectual Curiosity and Rigor
Ethical Responsibility and Integrity
Commitment to Islamic Principles
Global Perspective and Cultural Sensitivity
Collaboration and Knowledge Dissemination
Learning Inputs
Advanced seminars and doctoral-level courses in Islamic sciences.
Access to global research resources, manuscripts, and digital libraries.
Mentored independent research and dissertation work.
Interdisciplinary engagement and scholarly collaboration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, PhD graduates will be able to:
Conduct original research that advances knowledge in Islamic Studies.
Critically analyze and synthesize classical and contemporary scholarly sources.
Design and implement interdisciplinary methodologies for Islamic research.
Communicate complex scholarly ideas effectively in oral and written forms.
Contribute ethically to academia, public policy, education, and community development.
Mentor future scholars and disseminate knowledge internationally.
PhD Tracks / Specializations
The doctoral program continues the eight tracks of the master’s program:
General Track in Islamic Studies
Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh Track
Aqeedah and Islamic Thought Track
Qur’an and Its Sciences Track
Qur’anic Readings Track
Sunnah and Hadith Sciences Track
Islamic Finance and Economics Track
Islamic Arts and Cultural Heritage Track
The First Stage
- The student studies nine courses, distributed as follows:
- √ Six compulsory courses.
- √Three elective courses from among the courses offered by the faculty for Ph.D. students.
- The study is conducted through research seminars in each course, and the research seminar relies on multiple references and is in accordance with the scientific research methodology and standards.
- The study of each of the eight courses takes four credit hours for a minimum of four weeks, and it may be more than that according to the abilities of each student, after which the student’s competency and knowledge test is held in the course he finished, then he starts in another course in the same way, and so on.
- Courses studied in the first year, the student has the right to extend the study for a period not exceeding a second year.
- If a specialization track is chosen within the general program, elective courses will have to be studied from the courses designated for the chosen specialization.
The Second Stage
● The student is assigned a virtual two course that the faculty chooses from among the courses that the student studied at the bachelor’s level. This is a practical training for the student, with ten credit hours. The student must divide this course into twelve to fourteen abbreviated lectures. The student presents each lecture in the form of a written summary of its topic in Word format, accompanied by a video recording of it in the student’s voice using the Power Point program. Its duration is not less than ten minutes and not more than twenty minutes.
The Thrid Stage
Requirements for registering a thesis topic for a Ph. D. degree in Arts and Humanities
- Requirements for registering a thesis topic for a Ph.d degree in Arts and Humanities The student must pass the prescribed academic courses with at least 70%.
- The student obtains a TOEFL certificate with a score of at least 450, or its equivalent, or obtains a corresponding certificate in the French language, with the exception of those who obtained a first university degree in one of the two languages, or in one of the two languages.
- The student submits a request to the university administration to register a Ph. D. thesis with a suggested topic in one of the sub-specialized tracks.
- If the initial approval of the subject title is achieved, the Faculty Council shall specify a supervisor to guide the student and follow him up in preparing the plan.
- The research plan includes the importance of the subject and a critical presentation of the previous studies in it, and a specification of the research problem, then defining the methodology of the study and its main hypotheses or the questions that you want to answer, and the division of the study and its sources.
- The student presents his proposed plan in a scientific seminar. The plan discusses a topic and methodology.
- The student amends his plan based on the notes of the professors in the seminar if he is asked to amend it.
- The plan is presented after the seminar to the Faculty Council to take its decision regarding the registration of the subject.
- In the event of approval, the decision of the Faculty Council is presented to the University Council to approve the registration, and the date of registration is calculated from the date of approval by the University Council.
Jury discussion and degree awarding
- The minimum period for preparing a Ph. D. thesis is 16 months, starting from the date of approval of the University Council to register the subject, and the maximum is 7 years, which can be extended for a third exceptional year upon the recommendation of the supervisor and The approval of the Faculty Council, provided that the total period of the student’s enrollment in the degree does not exceed four years.
- The supervisor submits a semi-annual report that includes what has been accomplished, and what is required in the remaining period.
- After the student completes the thesis and the supervisor reviews it, the supervisor submits to the university administration a report stating that it is valid for discussion, including an evaluation of the student’s performance during the thesis preparation period of 140 degrees, along with submission a full A copy of the thesis signed by him, and a letter with the names of the jury proposed by the professors of the discipline, for presentation to the council the faculty.
- It is required that before the student’s discussion, at least fifteen days have passed from the date of approval of the jury committee from the faculty.
- The jury committee formed to discuss the thesis is six months, which may be renewed for a similar period based on a report from the supervisor and the approval of the Faculty Council.
- The period of validity of the committee formed to discuss thesis is six months. It may be renewed for a similar period based on a report from the supervisor and the approval of the Faculty Council.
- Each member of the jury writes a detailed scientific report on the validity of the thesis for discussion, and evaluates the thesis out of 100 grade, and the average of the three degrees is taken.
- The student may not be discussed unless he obtains at least 70% of the supervisor’s evaluation of his performance and the jury members’ evaluation of the thesis in the individual reports.
- Submit a post-dissertation group report signed by all members of the jury evaluating the thesis discussion out of 100.
- The thesis is approved after public discussion by the jury with one of the grades shown in the following table:
Definition Point Grade Excellent 4.00 A+ Excellent 3.75 A Very Good 3.50 B+ Very Good 3.00 B Good 2.50 C+ Average 2.00 C Pass on probation 1.50 D+ Pass on probation 1.00 D Fail 0.00 F
- The following grades are not taken into account for the semester or cumulative GPA.
Thesis or project in progress : DP Incomplete : I In progress : IP Registration has been suspended : L The grade has not been decided : NGR Did not take the final exam. : NP Transferred course. : T Withdraw from the course. : W The course covers two semesters, the degree is given at the end of the spring or summer semester. : YR There are no credit hours. : NC One credit hour taken as a private student. The credit hours and the degree do not count towards the degree : ND Re-submitted course, only the last grade is used in calculating the GPA. : R Credit taken as a special student. Credit hours and grade counted towards a degree. : S
Credits
Before the 2016-2017 fall semester 1 credit point is equivalent to 1 semester lecture hour. In the 2016 – 2017 fall semester the University introduced the ECTS – European Credit Transfer System.Academic Calendar
International Suleiman University calendar is based on the semester system. Each semester has a duration of 15 weeks including the week of the final exam. The summer semester is 10 weeks long, including the final exam.
Core Courses (Required for All Tracks)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| PHD511 | Advanced Research Methodology in Islamic Studies | 4 | Doctoral-level research methods, qualitative and quantitative approaches, critical analysis, and academic writing. | Equip students to conduct independent, original research. | Inputs: Research manuals, academic journals; Outcomes: Mastery of research methods. | Methodology, statistics, academic writing, proposal development |
| PHD512 | Classical and Contemporary Islamic Thought | 4 | In-depth study of classical and modern Islamic scholarship, philosophy, and contemporary interpretations. | Bridge classical knowledge with modern scholarly debates. | Inputs: Primary and secondary sources; Outcomes: Critical thinking and synthesis. | Classical texts, modern perspectives, philosophy |
| PHD513 | Interdisciplinary Approaches in Islamic Studies | 4 | Integration of social sciences, humanities, and digital methods with Islamic studies. | Develop interdisciplinary research skills. | Inputs: Case studies, digital tools; Outcomes: Interdisciplinary analytical competence. | Sociology, history, digital humanities, comparative studies |
| PHD514 | Academic Ethics and Knowledge Dissemination | 4 | Ethical principles in research, publication, and scholarly communication. | Promote responsible and ethical scholarship. | Inputs: Ethical guidelines, case studies; Outcomes: Ethical research and dissemination skills. | Academic integrity, plagiarism, communication, peer review |
Elective Courses (10 per Track, Students Choose 5-8)
Each track will offer 10 advanced elective courses, similar to the master’s program but doctoral-level with emphasis on research, theory, and application. For example:
PhD in Islamic Studies – Elective Courses
- General Track (GEN PHD)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| GEN521 | Advanced Islamic Philosophy | 4 | In-depth study of classical and contemporary Islamic philosophical debates, examining epistemology, metaphysics, and ethics. Students analyze texts critically and relate philosophical discourse to contemporary issues. | Develop analytical and critical thinking skills in Islamic philosophy. | Inputs: Primary philosophical texts, scholarly articles; Outcomes: Ability to analyze, compare, and interpret philosophical arguments. | Kalam, metaphysics, ethics, epistemology, logic |
| GEN522 | Advanced Islamic History | 4 | Comprehensive examination of Islamic history from the early period to modern times, focusing on political, social, and cultural developments. | Apply historical methods to understand Islamic civilization evolution. | Inputs: Historical documents, research papers; Outcomes: Critical historical interpretation and contextual analysis. | Dynasties, conquests, social change, intellectual movements |
| GEN523 | Islam and Modernity | 4 | Analysis of Islam’s engagement with modern social, political, and scientific challenges, including reform movements and contemporary interpretations. | Understand and analyze Islam’s interaction with modernity. | Inputs: Contemporary scholarly works; Outcomes: Analytical application of Islamic thought to modern issues. | Reform, secularism, globalization, intellectual trends |
| GEN524 | Digital Tools in Islamic Research | 4 | Use of digital humanities tools for textual analysis, manuscript study, and research dissemination in Islamic Studies. | Equip students with technical and analytical research skills. | Inputs: Software, databases, digital archives; Outcomes: Competence in digital research methods. | Text encoding, data visualization, digital manuscripts, databases |
| GEN525 | Islamic Ethics and Leadership | 4 | Advanced study of ethical theories and leadership principles in Islamic thought and their application in professional and social contexts. | Promote ethical leadership and decision-making. | Inputs: Case studies, classical texts; Outcomes: Ability to apply ethical frameworks in practical scenarios. | Leadership, morality, governance, social responsibility |
| GEN526 | Seminar on Classical Texts | 4 | Critical reading and discussion of selected classical Islamic texts, emphasizing methodology and hermeneutics. | Develop deep textual analysis and interpretive skills. | Inputs: Manuscripts, commentaries; Outcomes: Advanced skills in textual exegesis and critical discussion. | Hermeneutics, interpretation, commentary, classical methodology |
| GEN527 | Comparative Islamic Studies | 4 | Comparative analysis of Islamic schools of thought, jurisprudence, theology, and practices across cultures. | Understand diversity and commonalities within Islamic traditions. | Inputs: Scholarly articles, historical sources; Outcomes: Comparative analytical skills. | Schools, sects, jurisprudence, theology, practices |
| GEN528 | Contemporary Issues in Islam | 4 | Study of modern political, social, and intellectual challenges facing Muslim communities. | Apply Islamic scholarship to analyze and propose solutions to contemporary problems. | Inputs: Case studies, research papers; Outcomes: Problem-solving and analytical skills. | Politics, society, culture, law, ethics |
| GEN529 | Advanced Quranic Studies | 4 | In-depth study of Qur’anic exegesis, linguistic analysis, and thematic studies at doctoral level. | Enhance interpretive and research skills in Qur’anic studies. | Inputs: Tafsir texts, linguistic references; Outcomes: Advanced Qur’anic scholarship skills. | Tafsir, linguistics, themes, hermeneutics, methodology |
| GEN530 | Dissertation Preparation Seminar | 4 | Guidance for developing doctoral research proposals, methodology, and dissertation planning. | Prepare students for successful independent research and dissertation. | Inputs: Supervision, research guidelines; Outcomes: Dissertation readiness, proposal development, methodological competence. | Proposal writing, methodology, research design, planning |
Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh Track (FIQ PHD)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| FIQ521 | Advanced Fiqh Theories | 4 | Deep study of jurisprudential theories and classical fiqh texts with comparative analysis across schools. | Develop expertise in jurisprudential reasoning. | Inputs: Classical fiqh sources; Outcomes: Mastery of analytical jurisprudence. | Usul, comparative fiqh, jurisprudential principles |
| FIQ522 | Contemporary Fiqh Issues | 4 | Analysis of modern fiqh challenges including finance, bioethics, and social issues. | Apply fiqh principles to modern contexts. | Inputs: Case studies, contemporary research; Outcomes: Practical fiqh application skills. | Finance, ethics, family law, societal issues |
| FIQ523 | Usul al-Fiqh Methodology | 4 | Advanced study of principles of jurisprudence, legal maxims, and interpretive techniques. | Strengthen methodological competence in Islamic law. | Inputs: Classical and modern texts; Outcomes: Analytical and methodological skills. | Qawa’id al-fiqhiyyah, legal reasoning, interpretation |
| FIQ524 | Islamic Legal Theory and Philosophy | 4 | Examination of legal philosophy and epistemology underlying Islamic law. | Enhance critical understanding of theoretical foundations. | Inputs: Philosophical texts, scholarly articles; Outcomes: Philosophical analysis skills. | Legal philosophy, ethics, epistemology, methodology |
| FIQ525 | Comparative Madhahib Studies | 4 | Comparative study of fiqh schools, doctrines, and jurisprudential interpretations. | Develop comparative analytical competence. | Inputs: Classical fiqh texts; Outcomes: Ability to analyze doctrinal differences. | Hanafi, Shafi’i, Maliki, Hanbali, Ja’fari |
| FIQ526 | Fiqh of Worship (Ibadat) | 4 | Advanced study of ritual worship, prayer, fasting, zakat, and pilgrimage. | Master practical and theoretical aspects of worship laws. | Inputs: Primary texts; Outcomes: Expert knowledge in worship jurisprudence. | Salah, fasting, zakat, Hajj, ritual jurisprudence |
| FIQ527 | Fiqh of Transactions (Mu’amalat) | 4 | Study of commercial, financial, and social transaction laws in Islam. | Equip students to handle modern financial and social legal matters. | Inputs: Texts, case studies; Outcomes: Analytical application in mu’amalat. | Contracts, trade, banking, finance, ethics |
| FIQ528 | Research Seminar in Fiqh | 4 | Doctoral research on jurisprudential topics with advanced analytical methods. | Develop independent research skills. | Inputs: Supervision, articles; Outcomes: Research methodology mastery. | Thesis research, analysis, publication |
| FIQ529 | Advanced Ijtihad Studies | 4 | Study of legal reasoning, analogy, and independent jurisprudential interpretation. | Enhance critical ijtihad competence. | Inputs: Classical and modern cases; Outcomes: Ability to issue scholarly legal opinions. | Qiyas, ijtihad, fatwa, jurisprudence |
| FIQ530 | Dissertation Preparation Seminar | 4 | Guidance for dissertation proposal and research planning in fiqh and usul. | Prepare students for successful doctoral research. | Inputs: Supervision, methodological guidance; Outcomes: Dissertation readiness. | Proposal, methodology, research plan, academic writing |
Aqeedah and Islamic Thought Track (AQD PHD)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| AQD521 | Advanced Islamic Theology | 4 | In-depth study of classical and modern theological debates in Islam, exploring rational and textual arguments. | Develop expertise in Islamic theology. | Inputs: Classical texts, scholarly articles; Outcomes: Analytical understanding of theological concepts. | Tawheed, attributes of God, prophecy, eschatology |
| AQD522 | Kalam and Rational Theology | 4 | Study of kalam sciences and the philosophical reasoning in theological discourse. | Enhance critical reasoning in theology. | Inputs: Texts, commentaries; Outcomes: Ability to engage in scholarly theological debate. | Kalam, logic, rational proofs, philosophical theology |
| AQD523 | Comparative Theology | 4 | Comparative analysis of Islamic and non-Islamic theological traditions. | Understand and compare religious doctrines. | Inputs: Comparative texts; Outcomes: Analytical and comparative competence. | Islam, Christianity, Judaism, interfaith dialogue |
| AQD524 | Islamic Thought in Modernity | 4 | Exploration of modern intellectual challenges and reformist movements in Islamic thought. | Apply classical and modern thought to contemporary issues. | Inputs: Modern scholarly articles; Outcomes: Critical engagement with modern thought. | Reform, secularism, social issues, intellectual discourse |
| AQD525 | Ethics and Philosophy of Religion | 4 | Study of moral philosophy within Islamic thought and its practical implications. | Understand ethical reasoning in Islam. | Inputs: Philosophical texts; Outcomes: Ethical analysis and application. | Ethics, morality, law, philosophy |
| AQD526 | Sufism and Islamic Spirituality | 4 | Examination of Islamic mysticism and spiritual thought, including major Sufi texts and practices. | Develop advanced understanding of spiritual dimensions. | Inputs: Sufi literature, commentaries; Outcomes: Insight into mystical and ethical traditions. | Tasawwuf, spiritual exercises, ethics, metaphysics |
| AQD527 | Contemporary Debates in Aqeedah | 4 | Study of modern theological debates and challenges in the Muslim world. | Enhance problem-solving skills in theological contexts. | Inputs: Case studies, articles; Outcomes: Application of theological principles to modern issues. | Modernity, reform, extremism, rational debate |
| AQD528 | Seminar on Classical Theological Texts | 4 | Critical study of seminal works in Islamic theology and philosophy. | Develop interpretive and analytical skills. | Inputs: Manuscripts, scholarly analyses; Outcomes: Advanced textual and conceptual understanding. | Hermeneutics, commentary, analysis, classical methodology |
| AQD529 | Research Methodologies in Islamic Thought | 4 | Advanced research methods for theological and philosophical inquiry. | Equip students with methodological tools for doctoral research. | Inputs: Methodology texts, case studies; Outcomes: Competence in academic research. | Research design, analysis, critical methodology |
| AQD530 | Dissertation Preparation Seminar | 4 | Guidance for doctoral research planning and dissertation writing in Islamic thought. | Prepare students for successful dissertation completion. | Inputs: Supervision, research guidelines; Outcomes: Dissertation readiness, methodological competence. | Proposal, methodology, research plan, academic writing |
Qur’an and Its Sciences Track (QUR PHD)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| QUR521 | Advanced Tafsir Studies | 4 | Comprehensive analysis of classical and contemporary tafsir methodologies. | Develop mastery in Qur’anic exegesis. | Inputs: Tafsir texts; Outcomes: Ability to interpret complex Qur’anic passages. | Classical tafsir, themes, methodology, hermeneutics |
| QUR522 | Qur’anic Linguistics | 4 | Study of linguistic features and rhetorical devices in the Qur’an. | Enhance skills in linguistic and textual analysis. | Inputs: Arabic linguistics, Qur’anic texts; Outcomes: Advanced linguistic competence. | Grammar, syntax, rhetoric, semantics |
| QUR523 | Qur’anic Hermeneutics | 4 | Examination of principles of Qur’anic interpretation and critical analysis. | Equip students with interpretive methodology skills. | Inputs: Tafsir literature, commentaries; Outcomes: Analytical exegesis ability. | Hermeneutics, methodology, historical context, ijtihad |
| QUR524 | Qur’anic Themes and Issues | 4 | Thematic study of Qur’an with focus on social, ethical, and legal issues. | Apply Qur’anic guidance to contemporary contexts. | Inputs: Tafsir texts, scholarly articles; Outcomes: Thematic understanding and application. | Ethics, law, society, modern issues |
| QUR525 | Manuscript Studies in Qur’anic Sciences | 4 | Advanced study of Qur’anic manuscripts and textual variants. | Develop expertise in historical textual analysis. | Inputs: Manuscripts, digital archives; Outcomes: Skills in manuscript evaluation. | Codicology, paleography, textual criticism |
| QUR526 | Qur’anic Exegesis and Modernity | 4 | Study of contemporary approaches to tafsir and application to modern challenges. | Integrate classical exegesis with contemporary thought. | Inputs: Modern scholarly works; Outcomes: Analytical and applied tafsir skills. | Modern exegesis, reform, interpretation, application |
| QUR527 | Comparative Tafsir Studies | 4 | Comparative analysis of exegesis across sects and schools of thought. | Understand diversity in interpretive traditions. | Inputs: Tafsir texts; Outcomes: Comparative analytical skills. | Sunni, Shia, classical, modern interpretations |
| QUR528 | Qur’anic Ethics and Jurisprudence | 4 | Study of Qur’anic basis of ethics and law. | Apply Qur’anic principles to ethical and legal analysis. | Inputs: Tafsir texts, fiqh literature; Outcomes: Applied knowledge in ethics and law. | Ethics, jurisprudence, morality, social guidance |
| QUR529 | Advanced Qur’anic Research Methods | 4 | Methodologies for academic research in Qur’anic studies. | Equip students with research tools for doctoral studies. | Inputs: Research guides, case studies; Outcomes: Competence in independent research. | Research methodology, textual analysis, critical thinking |
| QUR530 | Dissertation Preparation Seminar | 4 | Planning and guidance for Qur’anic studies dissertation. | Prepare students for doctoral research completion. | Inputs: Supervision, research methodology; Outcomes: Dissertation readiness and academic writing | Proposal, research design, methodology, planning |
Qur’anic Recitations Track (QRC PHD)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| QRC521 | Advanced Tajweed and Qira’at | 4 | Study of classical and contemporary recitation methods, focusing on phonetics and melodic patterns. | Master advanced Qur’anic recitation techniques. | Inputs: Classical recitation manuals; Outcomes: Fluency and precision in recitation. | Tajweed rules, phonetics, Qira’at variations |
| QRC522 | Historical Development of Qira’at | 4 | Analysis of the historical transmission and evolution of Qur’anic recitations. | Understand historical context and textual development. | Inputs: Manuscripts, scholarly articles; Outcomes: Historical and analytical competence. | Transmission chains, regional variants, textual history |
| QRC523 | Comparative Qira’at Studies | 4 | Comparative study of different canonical and non-canonical recitations. | Develop analytical skills in Qira’at comparison. | Inputs: Recitation manuals, recordings; Outcomes: Ability to critically compare recitation traditions. | Hafs, Warsh, canonical recitations, regional variants |
| QRC524 | Phonetics and Acoustic Analysis | 4 | Advanced study of phonetic principles and acoustic analysis in Qur’anic recitation. | Integrate scientific analysis into recitation mastery. | Inputs: Audio tools, phonetic studies; Outcomes: Analytical skills in sound patterns. | Phonetics, articulation, acoustic analysis, pronunciation |
| QRC525 | Qur’anic Manuscripts and Recitation Variants | 4 | Study of manuscript evidence for recitation differences and textual variants. | Develop textual and historical awareness. | Inputs: Manuscripts, digital archives; Outcomes: Expert knowledge in textual variants. | Codicology, paleography, Qira’at evidence |
| QRC526 | Teaching Qur’anic Recitation | 4 | Pedagogical methods for teaching advanced recitation and Qira’at. | Develop professional teaching skills. | Inputs: Case studies, teaching materials; Outcomes: Competence in pedagogical techniques. | Teaching methodology, lesson planning, assessment |
| QRC527 | Advanced Tajweed Research Methods | 4 | Research methodologies applied to Qira’at and recitation studies. | Equip students for scholarly research in recitation sciences. | Inputs: Research guides, recordings; Outcomes: Research planning and analysis skills. | Research methods, textual analysis, audio analysis |
| QRC528 | Modern Challenges in Qur’anic Recitation | 4 | Address contemporary issues such as digital dissemination, standardization, and pedagogy. | Apply scholarly methods to modern recitation challenges. | Inputs: Digital platforms, contemporary studies; Outcomes: Problem-solving and application skills. | Digital recitation, pedagogy, standardization |
| QRC529 | Seminar on Classical Qira’at Texts | 4 | Critical study and discussion of primary texts on Qira’at sciences. | Enhance textual analysis and interpretive skills. | Inputs: Classical manuscripts, commentaries; Outcomes: Advanced interpretive competence. | Textual analysis, commentary, classical methodology |
| QRC530 | Dissertation Preparation Seminar | 4 | Guidance on planning and executing doctoral research in Qur’anic recitation studies. | Prepare students for successful dissertation completion. | Inputs: Supervision, research methodology; Outcomes: Dissertation readiness and academic writing | Proposal, methodology, research plan, academic writing |
Hadith and Sunnah Track (HAD PHD)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| HAD521 | Advanced Hadith Sciences | 4 | Comprehensive study of hadith classification, authentication, and criticism methods. | Master advanced hadith methodology. | Inputs: Hadith collections, critical studies; Outcomes: Analytical competence in hadith verification. | Isnād, matn, criticism, classification |
| HAD522 | Contemporary Issues in Hadith | 4 | Examination of modern challenges in hadith interpretation and application. | Apply hadith principles to contemporary contexts. | Inputs: Scholarly articles, case studies; Outcomes: Practical analytical skills. | Reform, authenticity debates, modern application |
| HAD523 | Hadith Methodology and Criticism | 4 | Advanced methods in evaluating chains, narrators, and textual reliability. | Develop methodological expertise in hadith studies. | Inputs: Classical works, modern analyses; Outcomes: Competence in hadith verification and research. | Isnād analysis, matn criticism, textual evaluation |
| HAD524 | Hadith and Islamic Law | 4 | Study of hadith’s role in fiqh development and legal derivation. | Integrate hadith knowledge into legal scholarship. | Inputs: Hadith texts, fiqh literature; Outcomes: Applied legal analysis skills. | Usul al-fiqh, jurisprudence, legal application |
| HAD525 | Hadith Manuscripts and Preservation | 4 | Study of historical manuscripts and methods of preservation and authentication. | Develop expertise in historical hadith textual analysis. | Inputs: Manuscripts, archival sources; Outcomes: Skills in textual verification and history. | Codicology, manuscript analysis, preservation |
| HAD526 | Hadith Hermeneutics | 4 | Principles of interpreting hadith in varying contexts. | Enhance interpretive and analytical skills. | Inputs: Classical commentaries; Outcomes: Advanced hermeneutical competence. | Hermeneutics, commentary, contextual analysis |
| HAD527 | Seminar on Major Hadith Collections | 4 | Critical study of Sahih, Sunan, and other major collections. | Develop textual and analytical mastery. | Inputs: Primary hadith texts; Outcomes: In-depth scholarly understanding. | Sahih Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Sunan, critical analysis |
| HAD528 | Hadith Research Methods | 4 | Methodologies for doctoral research in hadith sciences. | Equip students for independent scholarly research. | Inputs: Research guides, case studies; Outcomes: Research methodology competence | Research design, textual analysis, critical skills |
| HAD529 | Advanced Ijtihad in Hadith | 4 | Application of independent reasoning in interpreting hadith for contemporary issues. | Enhance ijtihad and problem-solving skills. | Inputs: Classical and modern case studies; Outcomes: Scholarly opinion formulation skills | Ijtihad, fatwa, interpretation, contemporary issues |
| HAD530 | Dissertation Preparation Seminar | 4 | Guidance for planning and executing doctoral research in hadith sciences. | Prepare students for dissertation completion. | Inputs: Supervision, methodology; Outcomes: Dissertation readiness, proposal development | Proposal, methodology, planning, academic writing |
Islamic Economics Track (ISE PHD)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| ISE521 | Advanced Islamic Finance | 4 | Study of principles, instruments, and practices in Islamic finance. | Develop expertise in Sharia-compliant finance. | Inputs: Texts, case studies; Outcomes: Competence in financial analysis and application. | Banking, contracts, Sukuk, Takaful |
| ISE522 | Islamic Economic Theory | 4 | Advanced study of economic principles from an Islamic perspective. | Integrate Islamic values with economic theory. | Inputs: Classical texts, modern analyses; Outcomes: Analytical competence in economic theory. | Riba, zakat, resource allocation, ethics |
| ISE523 | Contemporary Issues in Islamic Economics | 4 | Analysis of modern economic challenges and Islamic responses. | Apply Islamic economics to contemporary problems. | Inputs: Research papers, case studies; Outcomes: Problem-solving and applied skills | Development, globalization, finance, ethics |
| ISE524 | Sharia Compliance and Auditing | 4 | Study of Sharia auditing processes in financial institutions. | Equip students for professional auditing roles. | Inputs: Guidelines, case studies; Outcomes: Competence in auditing compliance | Auditing, compliance, regulation, ethics |
| ISE525 | Islamic Banking and Financial Instruments | 4 | Advanced study of banking practices and instruments under Sharia law. | Master operational aspects of Islamic finance. | Inputs: Texts, case studies; Outcomes: Analytical and applied banking skills | Murabaha, Ijara, Mudarabah, Musharakah |
| ISE526 | Zakat, Waqf, and Social Finance | 4 | Study of social finance mechanisms in Islam for poverty alleviation and community development. | Apply Islamic social finance principles practically. | Inputs: Classical texts, case studies; Outcomes: Applied social finance skills | Zakat, Waqf, philanthropy, economic development |
| ISE527 | Research Methods in Islamic Economics | 4 | Doctoral research methodology tailored for Islamic economics. | Equip students with research planning and execution skills. | Inputs: Methodology guides; Outcomes: Research competency | Quantitative analysis, case studies, research design |
| ISE528 | Ethical and Sustainable Finance | 4 | Study of ethical finance and sustainable development under Islamic principles. | Integrate ethics into economic decision-making. | Inputs: Case studies, literature; Outcomes: Applied ethical decision-making | Sustainability, ethics, finance, investment |
| ISE529 | Seminar in Contemporary Islamic Economics | 4 | Critical discussion of scholarly debates and developments in Islamic economics. | Enhance analytical and research discussion skills. | Inputs: Articles, case studies; Outcomes: Scholarly debate and analytical skills | Theory, practice, policy, critique |
| ISE530 | Dissertation Preparation Seminar | 4 | Planning and guidance for doctoral research in Islamic economics. | Prepare students for dissertation completion. | Inputs: Supervision, methodology; Outcomes: Dissertation readiness, research plan | Proposal, methodology, planning, academic writing |
Islamic Arts Track (ISA PHD)
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Description | Objective | Learning Inputs/Outcomes | Topics |
| ISA521 | Advanced Islamic Calligraphy | 4 | Study of classical and contemporary Islamic calligraphy styles and techniques. | Develop mastery in artistic and technical calligraphy skills. | Inputs: Calligraphy manuals, practice; Outcomes: Advanced artistic competence | Scripts, design, ornamentation, history |
| ISA522 | Islamic Architecture | 4 | Analysis of historical and contemporary Islamic architectural styles and principles. | Understand design and cultural significance. | Inputs: Architectural studies, fieldwork; Outcomes: Analytical and design competence | Mosques, palaces, urban design, heritage |
| ISA523 | Islamic Ornamentation and Geometry | 4 | Study of geometric and floral designs in Islamic art and decoration. | Develop advanced understanding of artistic patterns. | Inputs: Texts, design projects; Outcomes: Analytical and practical skills | Geometry, tessellation, arabesque, motifs |
| ISA524 | Islamic Art History | 4 | Comprehensive study of Islamic art development across regions and eras. | Equip students with historical and analytical understanding. | Inputs: Visual archives, literature; Outcomes: Analytical and historical knowledge | Visual arts, calligraphy, architecture, cultural context |
| ISA525 | Contemporary Islamic Art | 4 | Study of modern trends, techniques, and movements in Islamic art. | Integrate traditional art with contemporary practice. | Inputs: Case studies, exhibitions; Outcomes: Critical and applied skills | Modernism, innovation, fusion, critique |
| ISA526 | Islamic Art Conservation and Heritage | 4 | Study of preservation methods for Islamic artifacts and architecture. | Develop expertise in heritage management. | Inputs: Fieldwork, manuals; Outcomes: Competence in conservation techniques | Preservation, restoration, heritage management |
| ISA527 | Digital Arts in Islamic Context | 4 | Exploration of digital techniques applied to Islamic artistic traditions. | Integrate digital technology with Islamic art. | Inputs: Software tools, case studies; Outcomes: Applied digital artistic skills | Digital design, multimedia, innovation |
| ISA528 | Research Methods in Islamic Arts | 4 | Methodologies for advanced research in Islamic arts. | Equip students for independent scholarly research. | Inputs: Research guides, case studies; Outcomes: Research methodology competence | Analysis, documentation, design research |
| ISA529 | Seminar in Islamic Arts | 4 | Critical discussion of artistic theories, movements, and scholarly debates. | Enhance critical and analytical thinking in art studies. | Inputs: Articles, exhibitions; Outcomes: Analytical and scholarly discussion skills | Theory, critique, trends, analysis |
| ISA530 | Dissertation Preparation Seminar | 4 | Planning and guidance for doctoral research in Islamic arts. | Prepare students for dissertation completion. | Inputs: Supervision, methodology; Outcomes: Dissertation readiness, proposal development | Proposal, methodology, planning, academic writing |