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Arabic

Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
ARA 101	Arabic I	3	This course is an introduction to the Arabic language including basic grammar, vocabulary, alphabet, numbers, common phrases and greetings as well as an introduction to core Arabic vocabulary.	-
ARA 102	Arabic II	3	This course is a continuation of the introduction to the Arabic language including basic grammar and vocabulary, phrases and conversation for daily living and situations.	ARA 101
ARA 103	Arabic III	3	This course is the beginning of the intermediate Arabic language including grammar and vocabulary, phrases and useful conversation topics, as well as intermediate Arabic literature.	ARA 102
ARA 104	Arabic IV	3	This intermediate course offers an expanded knowledge of Arabic language through an introduction to morphology (study of the forms of words), syntax (word arrangement). Students will be fluent in conversation and will practice expanding their vocabulary.	ARA 103
ARA 201	Arabic Grammar (Nahw) & Morphology (Sarf) I	3	This course offers an expanded knowledge of the Arabic language including the morphology (study of the forms of words), syntax (word arrangement), and phonology using historical Arabic literature to understand the contexts of the linguistics. Students will be well-versed in conversation practice using additional word phrases and vocabulary.	ARA 104
ARA 301	Arabic Reading and Writing (Mutalaza & Kataabah)	3	This course focuses on reading passages about different topics, recognizing vocabulary in their contexts, exposure to complicated linguistic structure, applying learned grammar rules and practice writing paragraphs.	ARA 201
ARA 302	Arabic Literature, Poetry and Rhetoric	3	This course includes an advanced study of the Arabic language with a focus on Arabic literature and poetry, introduction to advanced reading passages and analyzing advanced grammar rules. This course includes a strong foundation in Arabic rhetoric so that students develop a profound appreciation of the Holy Quran and Arabic language and can independently research classical Arabic works.	ARA 301
ARA 401	Quranic Arabic	3	This course includes an advanced study of the Arabic language with a focus on Quranic Arabic.	ARA 401

Quranic Studies

Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
QUR 010	Introduction to Recitation of Holy Quran	2	"This course is for beginners with little or no experience in reading Holy Quran. Students will learn the Arabic alphabet including proper pronunciation and articulation. This course contains instruction in the basics of writing each Arabic letter with proper form and structure. At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to read Holy Quran fluently. This is pre-collegiate coursework designed to provide proficiency in a student’s recitation of Holy Qur’an, which will ultimately support completion of the hifz requirement at IQOU Theological College. Credit earned in pre-collegiate courses does not count towards the degree program. Pre-collegiate courses are billed at the same tuition rate as collegiate level courses, but do not count in GPA calculations. Students enrolled in pre-collegiate courses must pass satisfactorily to demonstrate the proficiency needed to proceed to the next level in the course series."
QUR 020	Tarteel of Holy Qur’an I	2	"This course is an introductory study of reading Holy Qur’an for those students who have just completed the Qaaidah\Yassarnal Quran or have not read Arabic in a long time. The primary focus of this course is to help transition from the Qaaidah\Yassarnal Quran to reading the Holy Quran fluently. Hazrat Aishah (r) reported: The Holy Last Messenger (صلى الله عليه وسلم (said, “The one who is proficient in the recitation of the Qur’an will be with the honorable and obedient scribes (angels) and he who recites the Qur’an and finds it difficult to recite, doing his best to recite it in the best way possible, will have two rewards” [Al-Bukhari and Muslim.] Proficiency in Tilawat supports confidence in reading any Surah and also in memorizing Holy Qur’an. This is pre-collegiate coursework designed to provide proficiency in a student’s recitation of Holy Qur’an, which will ultimately support completion of the hifz requirement at IQOU Theological College. Credit earned in pre-collegiate courses does not count towards the degree program. Pre-collegiate courses are billed at the same tuition rate as collegiate level courses, but do not count in GPA calculations. Students enrolled in pre-collegiate courses must pass satisfactorily to demonstrate the proficiency needed to proceed to the next level in the course series."	QUR 020
QUR 101	Sciences of Holy Qur'an I	3	This course is a study of the understanding of the Holy Quran and attaining guidance from the only untampered, divine revelation which includes the Torah, the Gospel and Psalms. Students will study the following topics: reasons for revelation, similes of the Holy Quran, properties of the Holy Quran, abrogator and abrogated, ambiguous lines and wonders of the Holy Quran.
QUR 102	Sciences of Holy Qur'an II	3	This course is a continuation of the study of the understanding of the Holy Quran and attaining guidance from the only untampered, divine revelation which includes the Torah, the Gospel and Psalms. Students will study in depth the following topics: reasons for revelation, similes of the Holy Quran, properties of the Holy Quran, abrogator and abrogated, ambiguous lines and wonders of the Holy Quran.	QUR 101
QUR 120	Tajweed I	2	This course is an introductory study of the tajweed rules of reading Holy Qur’an and practical application. Students should already be fluent in reading the Holy Quran. Learn how to apply the rules of tajweed giving every letter and word its due attention during recitation of the Holy Qur’an. The focus of this course will be ensuring proper application of articulation points, tajweed rules, and letters through recitation. Hazrat Aishah (r) reported: The Holy Last Messenger (صلى الله عليه وسلم (said, “The one who is proficient in the recitation of the Qur’an will be with the honorable and obedient scribes (angels) and he who recites the Qur’an and finds it difficult to recite, doing his best to recite it in the best way possible, will have two rewards” [Al-Bukhari and Muslim.] Proficiency in Tajweed supports confidence in reading any Surah and also in memorizing Holy Qur’an.	Placement or QUR 020
QUR 401	Ma’araful Quran I	3	This course will cover Ma’araful Quran volumes I through IV. Ma’araful Quran (wisdom of the Quran) consists of 8 volumes comprehensive tafseer exegesis (commentary) written by Islamic Scholar Mufti Muhammad Shafi. The first book begins with a lengthy introduction that focuses on the fundamental concerns of the Quran. It contains the “wahy”, the modalities of descent, the chronology of Quranic revelation, the earliest revealed verses (ayah), Meccan and Medinan verses, preservation of the Holy Quran, and the sources of Tafseer.
QUR 402	Ma’araful Quran II	3	This course will cover Ma’araful Quran volumes V through VIII. Ma’araful Quran (wisdom of the Quran) consists of 8 volumes comprehensive tafseer exegesis (commentary) written by Islamic Scholar Mufti Muhammad Shafi. The first book begins with a lengthy introduction that focuses on the fundamental concerns of the Quran. It contains the “wahy”, the modalities of descent, the chronology of Quranic revelation, the earliest revealed verses (ayah), Meccan and Medinan verses, the preservation the Holy Quran, and the sources of Tafseer.	QUR 401

Hadith Sciences

Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
HAD 101	Sciences of Hadith I	1.5	This course explores the origin and the science of authenticating hadith literature. Students will study the chain of transmitters and the text of the hadith. Students will also learn about how the hadith were collected and the various muhaditheen and their contributions to hadith literature, including the conditions the muhaditheen have to meet. The six canonical books of Hadith are introduced: Bukhari, Muslim, Abu Dawood, Tirmidhi, Nasai and Ibn Majah.
HAD 102	Sciences of Hadith II	1.5	The course aims to establish the importance of hadith and demonstrate that hadith formulate a substantial portion of Islamic law and culture, thus giving evidence for the authority that the sunnah bears on Islamic jurisprudence.	HAD 101
HAD 401	Ma’araful Hadith I	3	This course covers Ma’araful Hadith Volume I and II. Ma’araful Hadith by Maulana Muhammad Manzoor Numani (ra) is spread in 4 volumes and is a collection of Ahadith on all topics of religion. Beginning with the Hadith about the ‘importance of intention in performance of deeds’, the book takes us through Ahadith on faith, on the duties in Islam and completes with Ahadith on supplication.
HAD 402	Ma’araful Hadith II	3	This course covers Ma’araful Hadith Volume III and IV. Ma’araful Hadith by Maulana Muhammad Manzoor Numani (ra) is spread in 4 volumes and is a collection of Ahadith on all topics of religion. Beginning with the Hadith about the ‘importance of intention in performance of deeds’, the book takes us through Ahadith on faith, on the duties in Islam and completes with Ahadith on supplication.	HAD 401

Islamic Art

Title	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
ISL 401	Islamic Art and Calligraphy I	3	This course introduces the study of world Islamic Art, basic lettering and writing of the Arabic language. Students will study the history of art and calligraphy to develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the writing and form.
ISL 402	Islamic Art and Calligraphy II	3	This course continues with the intermediate study of world Islamic Art, basic lettering and writing of the Arabic language. Students will study the history of art and calligraphy to develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the writing and form.	ISL 401
ISL 403	Traditional Art & Architecture	3	This course delves into the foundation of art and architecture through the lenses of science, philosophy and societal norms. This course explores the profound interplay between communication and aesthetics in traditional Islamic Art, highlighting its cultural significance and technical mastery. The learner will engage with the philosophical and practical aspects of traditional design to understand its relevance in modern context and explore the importance of the theory and practice of Islamic architecture within the context of the present global ecological crisis.

Islamic History

Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
ISL 101	Islamic History I	3	This course takes students on the life journey of the Holy Last Messenger (p.b.u.h) with a brief introduction to Arabia before Islam. It covers the Islamic period during the Prophet's (p.b.u.h.) life in Mecca and Medina culminating with his demise.
ISL 201	Islamic History II	3	This course continues to take students on the Islamic historical journey from the time period directly following the demise of The Holy Last Messenger (pbuh). It covers the period known as Khulafa tur Rashideen Era (The Righteous Khalifas Era), which saw the reign over the Islamic world by the first four successors of the Holy Last Messenger (pbuh), namely, Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq, Hazrat Umar Farooq, Hazrat Uthman Bin Affan and Hazrat Ali Bin Abi Talib. The course briefly covers significant incidents which shaped the Muslim world following the Khilafat of Hazrat Ali, such as events leading up to, and the Battle of Karbala.	ISL 101
ISL 202	Islamic History III	3	Continue the exploration of Islamic History from the Battle of Karbala to the end of the Ottoman Empire.	ISL 201
ISL 301	Current Affairs and Politics in the Muslim World	3	This course exposes students to the affairs and politics in various parts of the Muslim world as they unfold, with an aim to examine how current affairs affects politics and policies throughout the Muslim and non-Muslim world. It addresses relative contemporary issues which shape outcomes for Islamic nations. The course also compares modern day challenges in the Muslim world with similar historic events.	ISL 202

Islamic Jurisprudence

Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
JUR 101	Islamic Jurisprudence I	1.5	This course introduces basic principles of Islamic law and the guidelines for implementing the five pillars of Islam: Faith, Prayer, Charity, Fasting, and Pilgrimage.
JUR 102	Islamic Jurisprudence II	1.5	This course includes the study of Islamic law in greater depth and detail. Students will study Islamic business law including transactions, exchanges, contracts, buying and selling, mortgages, stocks and bonds, debts, and financing.	JUR 101
JUR 201	Islamic Jurisprudence III	3	This course introduces laws that govern the formation, care and dissolution of the family. Students will study laws related to marriage, divorce, child custody and maintenance, rights and obligations of spouses, and guardianship.	JUR 101
JUR 202	Islamic Jurisprudence IV	3	This course reviews the hudud, i.e. prescribed corrections and discipline in Islam, which aim to deter people from committing acts of major transgressions and intentional violation of Allah’s Law.	JUR 101
JUR 301	Islamic Jurisprudence V	3	This course introduces Islamic burial laws, inheritance laws and wills including heirs, inclusion and shares.	JUR 101, JUR 201

Sufic Sciences

Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
SUF 101	Introduction to Sufic Sciences I	3	Introduction to Sufic Sciences includes an understanding of Sufic Sciences including what “sufism” is and is not- discontinuing the use of this term - historic and Islamic context underpinning the “Sufi Way”.
SUF 201	Introduction to Sufic Sciences II	3	This course continues the study of Sufic Sciences and introduces H. Gauth E Azam AQG, life, works and mission, and selected Poetry from Sufic works.
SUF 202	Introduction to Dream Interpretation	3	In this course students learn the basic guidelines of how to recognize what animals, colors and occurrences in dreams work together to signify meaning.	SUF 101
SUF 210	Irfan and the Real Human	3	This course includes both textbooks and DVD's that are utilized to teach the reality of human existence, stages of faqr and Haqeeqa tul Insaania.	SUF 101
SUF 220	Sakina tul Awliya (Tranquility of the Saints)	3	This course introduces students to the Qadri Sufi Discipline as taught by Hazrat Mian Mir and his principal Khalifah, Mullah Shah Badakshi. It conceptualizes the Sufi concepts of Ma'arifa, love, kun faya kun and faqr. These concepts are taught by tracing the life and achievements of Hazrat Mian Mir through ancient manuscripts from the Mughal Period.	SUF 101
SUF 301	Islamic Psychology (Ascent of Man)	3	This course covers the ultimate goal of man and the secrets about man's creation. Students will study the in-depth meaning of maut which is the separation of the soul from the body and is a gift from the Almighty to a believer and a homecoming as well.	SUF 101
SUF 302	Introduction to Quranic Psychiatry (Jinniology & EGM)	3	This course focuses on basic, practical remedies of the El Gilani Methodology. Students will learn and explore EGM otherwise known as the El Gilani Methodology. Students are introduced to treating ailments and diseases via the use of Holy Qur'an, that is a superior healing agent. In depth study of Qur'anic Psychiatry, documented cases and cures are taught and studied.	SUF 101
SUF 310	Islamic Philosophy	3	This course studies philosophy from an Islamic ontological perspective through the exegesis of sacred ancient texts as well as contemporary translations of popular Sufi literature. An Islamic epistemological paradigm examines theories of knowledge.	SUF 201
SUF 320	Sufic Literature	3	Literature and work by Sheikh Abdul Qadir Gilani including, Futuhal Ghaib, Secret of the Secrets, Biography Sultan of the Saints and literature and work by various Sufi masters is covered in this course. This course includes readings, research and writing requirements.	SUF 220

Hifz-ul-Quran

Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
EMP 102	Hifz-ul-Quran I	2	Memorization of a portion of Holy Quran (last 20 Surah) using an independent study course outline with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 110	Hifz-ul-Quran II	2	Memorization of a portion of Holy Quran (30 part/last Juz) using an independent study course outline with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 201	Hifz-ul-Quran III	2	This course includes memorization of the Holy Quran (Al-Fatiha (1:1) - Al-Baqarah (2:74) with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 202	Hifz-ul-Quran IV	2	This course includes memorization of Holy Quran Al-Baqarah (2:75) - Al-Baqarah (2:141) with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 301	Hifz-ul-Quran V	2	This course includes memorization of Holy Quran (Al-Baqarah (2:142) - Al-Baqarah (2:202) with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 302	Hifz-ul-Quran VI	2	This course includes memorization of Holy Quran Al-Baqarah (2:203) - Al-Baqarah (2:252) with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 303	Hifz-ul-Quran VII	2	This course includes memorization of Holy Quran Al-Baqarah (2:253) - Āli ‘Imrān (3:14) with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 401	Hifz-ul-Quran VIII	2	This course includes memorization of Holy Quran (Āli ‘Imrān (3:15) - Āli ‘Imrān (3:92) with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 402	Hifz-ul-Quran IX	2	This course includes memorization of Holy Quran Āli ‘Imrān (3:93) - Āli ‘Imrān (3:170) with faculty oversight and tutorial services.
EMP 402	Hifz-ul-Quran X	2	This course includes memorization of Holy Quran (Āli ‘Imrān (3:171) - An-Nisā’ (4:23)) with faculty oversight and tutorial services.

Local & International Study Tour

Course Code	Course Name	Credits	Description	Prerequisite
EMP 101	Local Study Tour	0	Experiential learning course Beginning level students will embark on a study tour allowing opportunity for direct knowledge acquisition through experiential learning by immersion in Islamic culture and touring historical sites.
EMP 400	International Study Tour	0	Experiential learning course Advanced level students will embark on a study tour allowing opportunity for direct knowledge acquisition through experiential learning by immersion in Islamic culture and touring historical sites.

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