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السنة التمهيدية للتخصص

Flagship Program

Preparatory Year for Specialization (PYS)

A research-oriented higher-education program for talented young Ulama

Course Introduction

A research-oriented higher education program for young, talented Ulama — training qualified scholars in modern sciences to become internationally recognized da'ees and researchers who can address contemporary challenges.

Course Objectives

  1. Train talented Ulama in modern sciences to become internationally standard da'ees and researchers.

  2. Build the capacity to deliver research-based, rational responses to contemporary challenges.

Curriculum & Course Structure

CodeCourse Title & ModulesCreditsMarks
PYS 1101Islam and Da'wah
  • Introduction to Islam
  • Introduction to Da'wah
3100
PYS 1102Introduction to Islamic Sciences
  • Ulumul Quran
  • Ulumul Hadith
  • Usulul Fiqh
3100
PYS 1103Islamic History and Civilization
  • Islam in South Asia
  • Intellectual History of Islamic Civilization
3100
PYS 1104Media and Society
  • Media and Journalism in Global Political Context
  • World Civilizations and Cultures
  • Foundation of Politics & International Relations
  • Legal Systems & General Jurisprudence
4100
PYS 1105Critical Reading
  • Critical Reading
4100
Total Credits:17Total Marks:500

Specialization Departments

The final department is selected based on the preparatory year results; a 2-year advanced program follows in the chosen department.

Specialization

Specialization Departments (5)

A 2-year advanced program in the department chosen on the basis of preparatory-year results and aptitude.

الدعوة ومقارنة الأديان

Dawah and Comparative Religion

علوم القرآن والتفسير

Quranic Sciences and Tafsir

الفقه والإفتاء

Fiqh and Ifta

الاقتصاد الإسلامي

Islamic Economics

التاريخ الإسلامي

History of Islam

Outcomes After Completion

  • Career as a specialized researcher and da'ee across five specialization tracks.

  • Deep, integrated knowledge of Islamic sciences and modern disciplines.

Preparatory Year for Specialization (PYS) — Admission Open

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