Course syllabus
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Lectures will start on 23rd January 2024*
Tutorials will start on 24th January 2024
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This module offers a broad understanding of Islamic history, community (Ummah) and civilisation, and its impact on the modern world. Through an exposition of Islam’s tauhidic epistemology and Islam’s theoretical and practical teachings, spiritual and moral-ethical value system, this module aims to strengthen students’ sense of responsibility and identity formation and show how to live an integrated, balanced and progressive life in the modern world. This module also explores the role of the al-Qur’ān and Sunnah as guidelines for holistic and balanced societal development. Further, it seeks to develop awareness and appreciation among students of the many contributions Islam has made to world civilisation and the modern world for the betterment of all humankind.
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CANVAS |
Tuesday 2.30PM* | |
| 1-Hour Tutorial Groups |
Face-to Face Physical |
Timeslot options: |
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Wednesday** 9.50- 10.40AM 10.50- 11.40AM 11.50- 12.40PM 12.50- 1.40PM |
Thursday 9.50- 10.40AM 10.50- 11.40AM 11.50- 12.40PM 12.50- 1.40PM |
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- In the event public holiday falls on a Tuesday, Lectures will be moved to Monday
** In the event of public holiday, tutorials will be conducted via online discussion
Lecturers:
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shaikh Abdul Ma'bud
Assoc. Prof. Emin Poljarevic
Dr. Senad Mrahorovic
Dr. Salbrina Sharbawi
Dr. Majdey Zawawi
Dr. Amali Aminnuddin
Dr. Khalil Ahmad
and other to be confirmed soon.
Lectures:
Lecture 1: Foundations of the Islamic Civilisation: the Qur’an and the Prophetic Sunnah
Lecture 2: Early Muslim History
Lecture 3: Islamic Civilisation: an Overview
Lecture 5: Muslim Minorities: an Overview
Lecture 6: Societal Power Dynamics in Islam
Lecture 7: Islam & Governance
Lecture 8: Islam & Peace
Lecture 9: Science in Islam
Lecture 11: Nasf and Habl: A Young Muslim's Struggle in the Contemporary World
Course summary:
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