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Faculty of Islamic Studies

Overview

The AGU University, College of Islamic Studies offers BSc, MSc, and Doctorate degrees to those who wish to increase their knowledge in various Islamic fields and specializations, in addition to further their careers, whether they are pursuing jobs in religious organizations or Da’wa or on a personal level.
Our educational programs are distinguished by a high degree of student interaction and case study analyses, even though all sessions have a lecture component.
The Islamic Studies faculty at American Global University (AGU) aspires to be a leading academic excellence college, dedicated to fostering a profound and accurate understanding of the core tenet of Islamic monotheism, Tawhid. To contribute to building an Islamic generation that sees Tawhid as a basic source of all Islamic sciences and studies.

Bachelor of Islamic Studies

Program Objectives

  1. Comprehensive Understanding of Islamic monotheism, Tawhid:

Equip students with an in-depth knowledge of Islamic sciences, with a strong emphasis on the concept of Tawhid (monotheism), enabling them to understand and articulate the fundamental beliefs of Islam.

  1. Mastery of Islamic Jurisprudence, Feqh:

Develop a thorough understanding of Islamic law (Sharia) and its applications, covering various schools of Jurisprudence and their rules and historical and contemporary interpretations.

  1. Mastery of Qur’anic and Hadith Sciences

Introducing the student to a range of topics associated with studying the Qur’an and Hadith, including revelation, the causes for revelation, the miracle of the Qur’an, manuscripts, abrogated texts, recitations, and interpretative concepts. In addition to an introduction to Hadith; efforts of Hadith Scholars, the many types of Hadith, Scholarship of Hadith, scholarly publication on Hadith, chain studies, the reasons for accepting and rejecting hadith.

  1. Historical and Cultural Awareness:

Provide students with a broad understanding of the historical development of Islamic civilization, including its contributions to various fields such as humanity and applied sciences.

  1. Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills:

Foster critical thinking and analytical skills through the study of classical and contemporary Islamic texts, encouraging students to engage with diverse perspectives and scholarly debates.

  1. Research Proficiency:

Cultivate the ability to conduct rigorous academic research in Islamic Studies, utilizing appropriate methodologies and resources, and contributing original insights to the field.

  1. Language Proficiency:

Ensure proficiency in classical Arabic, the primary language of Islamic texts, and offer opportunities to learn other relevant languages to access a wider range of sources.

  1. Ethical and Intercultural Competence:

Promote ethical reasoning and intercultural competence, preparing students to navigate and contribute positively to a globalized world with an understanding of Islamic ethics and values.

  1. Community Engagement and Leadership:

Encourage active participation in community service and leadership roles, fostering a sense of responsibility and the ability to address contemporary issues facing Muslim communities. And to be leader in Islamic Da’wa.

  1. Career and Further Study Preparation:

Prepare graduates for various career paths, including academia, education, community leadership, public service, and further advanced studies in Islamic Studies or related fields.

Program Requirements

Admissions Requirements

For acceptance into undergraduate degree of Islamic Studies at the university, applicant must have a high school diploma recognized by the authority that issued him the certificate.

Graduation Requirements

The Bachelor of Islamic studies program consists of a program requirement of 132 credit hours, including 72 credits of Core fields Courses, 30 credits of Integrative Studies Courses, and 30 credits of Elective Courses. Students must complete One – Hundred – Thirty Two (132) prescribed credit hours with a program minimum grade average of 2.0 cumulative GPA.

Students must apply for graduation and meet all academic and financial requirements. Upon graduation and fulfillment of all graduation requirements, students will receive a Bachelor of Islamic studies.

Program Information

Required Courses

QUR101Recitation and Tajweed 1
QUR102Recitation and Tajweed 2
QUR103Recitation and Tajweed 3
QUR104Interpretation of Verses on Values and Morals
QUR105Introduction to Qur’an Sciences
QUR106Interpretation of the Verses of Belief
QUR107Interpretation of the Verses of Rulings
SUN101Hadiths on Etiquette, Knowledge, and Adherence
SUN102Hadiths of Worship 1
SUN103Hadiths of Worship 2
SUN104Hadiths of Comprehensive Words
SUN105Hadiths Terminology Science 1
SUN106Hadiths Terminology Science 2
SUN107Hadith of Transactions
SUN108Hadiths Authentication
AQI101Monotheism of Knowledge and Proof
AQI102Monotheism of Intention and Supplication
AQI103Theological Issues
AQI104Divisions and Religions 1
AQI105Divisions and Religions 2
AQI106Prophecy
AQI107Destiny and Day of Resurrection
FEQ101Jurisprudence of Worship 1
FEQ102Jurisprudence of Worship 2
FEQ103Jurisprudence of Financial Transactions
FEQ104Jurisprudence of Foods, Oaths, Crimes, and Punishments
FEQ105Jurisprudence of Family
FEF101Jurisprudence Foundations 1
FEF102Jurisprudence Foundations 2
FEF103Jurisprudence Foundations 3
FEF104Jurisprudential Rules
DAW101Da’wa and Hisba Foundations
DAW102Digital Methods of Da’wa
LIT101English Composition I (Reading & Writing)
LIT103Applied Grammar
LIT104Arabic Editing
BSS101Basics in Social Science
SUP101Innovation and Entrepreneurship
SUP102Introduction of Statistics
SUP103Financial Planning Skills
SUP104Scientific Research Methods
SUP105Volunteering Skills