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First: University Requirements – (39) Credit Hours | |||||
| Course No. | Course Name | Credit Hours | Pre-requisite | Study System | |
| 01011108 | Arabic Morphology and Syntax 1 | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01011017 | English Language 1 | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01013029 | Introduction to Humanities | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01014043 | UAE Society and National Identity | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01014052 | Islamic Philosophy | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 02021001 | Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (E) | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01011013 | As-Seerah An-Nabawiyyah – The Prophetic Biography | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01014056 | Research Methods and Innovation | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 02021002 | Fundamentals of Information System & Technologies (E) | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 02021003 | Data Analysis (E) | 3 | 02021002 | Physical Attendance | |
| 01012019 | Natural Sciences | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 02021004 | Artificial Intelligence (E) | 3 | 02021003 | Remote Learning | |
| 01012024 | Islamic Thought and Civilization | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
Second: Program Compulsory Requirements – (42) Credit Hours | |||||
| 01011101 | Quran recitation and memorization (1) | 2 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01011107 | Quran recitation and memorization (2) | 2 | 01011101 | Remote Learning | |
| 01014157 | Quran recitation and memorization (3) | 2 | 01011107 | Remote Learning | |
| 01011327 | Fundamentals of Islamic Jurisprudence (1) | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01011221 | Jurisprudence of Worship (1) | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01012219 | Jurisprudence of Worship (2) | 3 | 01011221 | Remote Learning | |
| 01012221 | Jurisprudence of Financial Transactions (1) | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01011213 | Quranic Sciences and the Origins of Interpretation | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01011214 | Hadith Sciences – Hadith Authentication | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01011330 | Introduction to Economics | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01011445 | The Purposes of Islamic Law | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01012337 | Jurisprudence of Family and its Issues | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01011215 | Islamic Theology | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 02024018 | Graduation Project | 6 | Passing no less than 96 academic hours | Remote Learning | |
Third: Optional Requirements – (03) Credit Hours | |||||
| 01011109 | Arabic Morphology and Syntax (2) | 3 | 01011108 | Physical Attendance | |
| 01011329 | Sciences of Rhetoric | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01011336 | Moral Education | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 02014024 | Effective Communication Skills | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
Fourth: Specialization Compulsory Requirements – (36) Credit Hours | |||||
| 01011333 | Fundamentals of Islamic Jurisprudence (2) | 3 | 01011327 | Physical Attendance | |
| 01012336 | Jurisprudence of Financial Transactions (2) | 3 | 01012221 | Physical Attendance | |
| 01012401 | Jurisprudence Rules and their Applications | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01012338 | Islamic Inheritance Jurisprudence | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01014149 | Jurisprudential Difference | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01014150 | Creation of Fatwa | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01012402 | Jurisprudence of Tanzil and Contemporary Jurisprudence Issues | 3 | 01011333 | Physical Attendance | |
| 01014151 | Jurisprudence Research and renewal of Religious Discourse | 3 | – | Physical Attendance | |
| 01012128 | Scriptural Texts Analysis | 3 | 01012401 | Remote Learning | |
| 02024016 | Intellectual Security | 3 | – | Remote Learning | |
| 01014049 | Field Training | 6 | – | Physical Attendance | |
Program Information
- Program Name: Bachelor of Islamic Studies – Major: Jurisprudence and Fatwa
- Program Code: 123
- Program Initial Approval Date: 24 May 2021
- Program Providing Entity: College of Islamic Studies
- Program Duration: (8) Eight Semesters
- Program Hours: (120) Credit Hours
- Total Number of Modules: (38) Modules
Bachelor’s Degree Program Admission Requirements
- The applicant shall achieve a minimum average of:
- 80% in the general secondary certificate for the General Track
- 75% in the general secondary certificate for the Advanced Track
- 70% in the general secondary certificate for the Elite Track
- The student shall pass the personal interview, which includes an oral test and a placement test.
The student shall meet the following requirements to be admitted at the end of the first semester
- A minimum average of (2) in the semester average.
- A minimum score of (1250) points in the Emirates Standardized Test (EmSAT) in Arabic language, and a minimum score of (1000) in English or its equivalent in other standardized tests (IETLS, TOEFL …).
- A minimum score of (700) points in the Emirates Standardized Test (EmSAT) in mathematics.
Bachelor’s Degree Program Admission Adopted Standards
- Knowledge of the Islamic religion fundamentals
- Knowledge of Arabic language fundamentals
- Correct pronunciation and correct reading
- General knowledge
- Knowledge of English language fundamentals
- General Personal Features
Study System
- The study system of the program is the credit hours system, and teaching will be during the academic week days only, i.e., from Monday to Friday.
- The program is presented in the blended study system in accordance with the academic accreditation standards of the Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates.
- Graduation Requirements:
- In order to obtain a bachelor’s degree at Mohamed Bin Zayed University for Humanities, the student must complete all courses with a minimum grade of (1.00) per each course, achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of (00.2), and complete (120) credit hours as a minimum. He shall also pass the competency test in the specialization, the English language test, and the Arabic language test with a minimum average of (75%), and successfully complete all major curriculum requirements, including field training and graduation projects.
Course Completion
The course is completed with a mark equal to or above 60%.
Minimum and maximum academic load for the student
The student’s academic load in one semester ranges between (12) credit hours as a minimum, (18) credit hours as an upper limit, and (21) credit hours as a maximum.
Certificates are awarded at the university with one of the following grades:
| Average | Grade |
| 3.60 – 4.00 | Excellent |
| 3.00 – less than – 3.6 | Very Good |
| 2.5 – less than – 3.00 | Good |
| 2.00 – less than – 2.5 | Fair |
Program Objectives
- To Prepare the student to engage in contemporary human civilization and be openness to the others, and empower the student with the means required to achieve that purpose.
- To enable the student to acquire the qualifications of serious scientific research.
- To prepare the student for integration into professional life.
- To prepare the student for the purpose of promoting the spirit of moderation, temperance and flexibility in society.
Programme Outcomes
- Identify through a comprehensive understanding the terms, issues, sources and references of knowledge related to the specialization.
- Analyze legal and literary texts under a sober scientific and applied approach.
- Employ research methods and creativity skills in understanding issues and solving problems.
- Utilize the acquired knowledge in developing student capabilities and building a scientific personality capable of taking responsibility.
- Demonstrate independent thinking in the explanation of true religion and refutation of suspicions.
- Discuss news and ideas in a critical manner in order to achieve the interest of the work.
- Apply communication and public speaking skills to establish a moderation approach that considers the local context and its specificities.
- Contribute in addressing family and community issues adopting sound thinking and good behavior that serve the public interest.
- Promote the values of tolerance, considering religious and national affiliation, and reinforcing the state’s efforts to reject extremism and militancy.
- Positively communicate with his professional surroundings through continuous self-development and tight management.
Alignment between the program learning outcomes and the National Qualification System (NQS)
The program outcomes have been aligned with the National Qualification System (NQS) of the United Arab Emirates
| Strand | National Qualification System Statements | Programme Learning Outcomes | |||||||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | ||
| Knowledge | Specialized factual and theoretical knowledge, and an understanding of the scope of work or specialty. | P | P | ||||||||
| An understanding of knowledge and theories in the areas relevant to work or specialization. | P | P | |||||||||
| An understanding of the precise method for creating and establishing a systematic, interconnected collection of knowledge and concepts. | P | P | |||||||||
| Thorough understanding of rigorous analysis, research systems and methods, and evaluation of technical approaches to problems solving. | P | P | |||||||||
| Good acquaintance with current and modern sources of knowledge and scientific research. | P | P | |||||||||
| Skills | Creative and analytical technical skills suitable for problem-solving, including innovation and sustainability. | P | P | P | |||||||
| Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methods in the search and investigation processes to find solutions. | P | P | P | ||||||||
| Evaluate and apply appropriate research tools and strategies related to the field of knowledge or specialty. | P | P | P | ||||||||
| Advanced and sophisticated IT skills to explain and analyze complex issues. | P | P | P | ||||||||
| Autonomy and Responsibility | Possibility to take responsibility for developing innovative methods to evaluate and manage complex procedures and processes. | P | P | ||||||||
| Possibility to manage design-related processes in unexpected, unusual and volatile (changing) situations. | P | P | |||||||||
| To work as an individual creatively and effectively in leading the team through practicing activities. | P | P | |||||||||
| To express a personal, subjective opinion, and accept responsibility for society as a whole. | P | P | |||||||||
| Integration into the Context
| Ability to work independently within the technical contexts and adapt to supporting functional roles. | P | P | P | |||||||
| Ability to assume responsibility and achieve individual and collective outcomes, and individual work management skills | P | P | P | ||||||||
| Ability to engage with peers at work of professionals and highly qualified individuals. | P | P | P | ||||||||
| Ability to assume responsibility for management, career development and direct guidance for individuals and groups | P | P | P | ||||||||
| Self-development | Ability to conduct self-assessment and assume responsibility for participating in job performance, in addition to relentless pursuit towards career development and continuous learning. | P | P | ||||||||
| Ability to manage work tasks on a personal and professional level and within complex and unfamiliar learning contexts occasionally. | P | P | |||||||||
Employment Opportunities
A graduate of the Bachelor of Islamic Studies Program- Jurisprudence and Fatwa is qualified to work in various fields within the following institutions:
- General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments
- Fatwa Center
- Research under the supervision of the Authority.
- Research under the supervision of the UAE Council for Fatwa
- Supervising Quran Memorization Centers.
- Mentoring the actors in the religious field of muftis, imams, and preachers.
- Justice and judiciary professions.
- Educational professions
- Teaching in educational institutions.
- Teaching and research in the higher education institutions.
- Ministry of Tolerance
- Al Muwatta Centre
- Emirates Centre for Strategic Studies & Research
- Zayed House for Islamic Culture.