European Institute Of Human Sciences

Level 3 Modules – 120 Credits

The Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence (10 credits):

This module aims to provide an in-depth examination of the major sources and principles of Islamic Jurisprudence (Usul al-Fiqh). The course intends to discuss historical development and also the differences between Usul al-fiqh and ordinary jurisprudence (Usul). Students will be familiarised with the vast literature that has been written in this important field, with particular emphasis being placed on methodological differences. This module aims to give the student practical experience in weighing and evaluating different legal opinions.

Islamic Political Thought (10 credits):

This module explores the concept, role and function of Islamic political thought and aims to demonstrate the significance of these. Students will be introduced to much of the relevant academic literature and key themes and political perspectives will be highlighted.

Comparative Religion (10 credits):

This module will explore the principle ideas, doctrines and practices of the major world religions and also Islamic sectarian movements. One of the primary aims of this module is to examine the relationship between the three Abrahamic faiths, i.e. Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Also the major ideals and historical developments of Buddhism, Hinduism and others will be discussed. During this course, the Islamic view of other world faiths will be highlighted and placed in a historical perspective.

Arabic Literature and Rhetoric (10 credits):

The aim of this module is to enhance the students’ knowledge of the finer points of the Arabic language, through a detailed exploration of the richness and variety of Arabic literature (adab) and rhetoric (balagha). In particular this course seeks to develop fluency in expression and the ability to convey complex ideas in an easy and connected manner.

Islamic Transactions and Penal Law (10 credits):

This module aims to provide a thorough discussion of two important, interconnected areas of Islamic Law; Transaction (Fiqh al-Muamalat) and Criminal Law (Fiqh al-‘uqubat). Focus will be given to usury, banking transactions, business monopolies, debt, rent, insurance and other linked financial issues. The origins and principles of penal law will then be examined and focus will be given to the varied methods by which Islamic law seeks to address crime.

Contemporary Schools of Thought (10 credits):

This module intends to explore some of the major schools of thought in the contemporary world and an attempt will be made to address some of the most influential social and belief systems in modern life. This course aims to provide an overview of the origins and historical development of these schools, before offering an in-depth exploration of their respective ideas. This course will develop student ability to analyse and evaluate these wide-ranging perspectives for themselves.

Also:

• The Methodology of Clarifying Islamic Issues (20 credits)
• Islamic Reformation Movements (10 credits)
• The Methodology of Qur’anic Exegesis (10 credits)
• Jurisprudence for Minorities (20 credits)

The details of these four modules can be obtained from the Main Office.