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 successfully | 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 | ||||
01013135 | Quranic Stories | 3 | – | Physical Attendance |
01011444 | Hadiths Provisions | 3 | 01011214 | Physical Attendance |
01013032 | Interpretation and Methods of Interpreters | 3 | 01011213 | Physical Attendance |
01013136 | Methods of criticism in the sciences of the Quran and Hadith | 3 | 01011213 01011214 | Physical Attendance |
01011438 | Hadith Classification Methods | 3 | – | Physical Attendance |
01011446 | Miracle of the Quran and the Prophetic Rhetoric | 3 | – | Physical Attendance |
01011326 | Vouching and Discrediting | 3 | 01011214 | Physical Attendance |
01014045 | Verses of Provisions | 3 | 01011213 | Physical Attendance |
01011450 | Objective Interpretation | 3 | 01013032 | Remote Learning |
02024016 | Intellectual Security | 3 | – | Remote Learning |
01014049 | Field Training | 6 | – | Physical Attendance |
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.
The course is completed with a mark equal to or above 60%.
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.
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 |
The program outcomes have been aligned with the National Qualification System (NQS) of the United Arab Emirates.
Strand | Statement | 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, with the inclusion of interconnected collection of knowledge and concepts, in conjunction with a material elaboration of basic principles and theoretical concepts | * | * | ||||||||
An understanding of knowledge and theories in the areas related to work or specialization, and in the case of professional specializations, an understanding of relevant regulations, instructions, standards and laws. | * | * | |||||||||
An understanding of the precise method for creating and establishing a systematic, interconnected collection of knowledge and concepts acquired from a range of sources. | * | * | * | ||||||||
Thorough understanding of rigorous analysis, research systems and methods, and evaluation of technical approaches to problems solving. | * | * | * | ||||||||
Good familiarity with current and recent sources of knowledge and scientific research, in addition to the integration of concepts related to external areas. | * | * | |||||||||
Skills
| Creative and analytical technical skills suitable for specialized problem solving using procedural and evidence-based processes in expected and new situations and cases that include creating and sustaining arguments and proofs related to the field of knowledge or specialization. | * | * | * | * | * | * | ||||
Evaluate, select and apply appropriate methods and procedures in the search and investigation processes to find solutions. | * | * | * | * | * | * | * | ||||
Evaluate and apply appropriate research tools and strategies related to the field of knowledge or specialty. | * | * | * | * | * | * | * | ||||
Advanced and highly developed Information and communications technology (ICT) skills in order to present, explain and analyze complex and unexpected issues. | * | * | * | * | |||||||
Autonomy and Responsibility | Possibility to take responsibility for developing innovative methods to evaluate and manage complex and unexpected procedures and processes, as well as evaluating and managing learning resources. | * | * | * | * | * | |||||
Possibility to manage technical, supervisory, and design-related processes in unexpected, unusual and volatile (changing) situations. | * | * | * | ||||||||
To work as an individual creatively and effectively in leading the team and managing situations through practicing technical and professional activities. | * | * | * | * | * | * | * | ||||
To express a personal, subjective opinion, and accept responsibility for society as a whole and in relation to traditions and sociocultural relations. | * | * | * | * | * | ||||||
Integration into the Context
| Ability to work independently within the technical and supervisory contexts and adapt to supporting functional roles under a little direction. | * | * | * | * | * | * | ||||
Ability to assume responsibility for the development and achievement of individual or collective outcomes, in addition to the skills of managing individual work or supervising others if the specialization is in a field of work and a branch of knowledge. | * | * | * | * | * | * | * | * | |||
Ability to engage with peers at work of professionals and highly qualified individuals, in addition to leading complex and sophisticated teams. | * | * | * | ||||||||
Ability to engage with peers at work of professionals and highly qualified individuals, in addition to leading complex and sophisticated teams. | * | * | * | * | |||||||
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. | * | * | * | * | ||||||
Ability to manage work tasks on a personal and professional level and within complex and unfamiliar learning contexts occasionally. | * | * | * | * | * |
A graduate of the Bachelor of Islamic Studies Program- Religious Discourse and Society is qualified to work in various fields within the following institutions:
Zayed House for Islamic Culture