Program Overview
The BS Islamic Studies program provides in-depth knowledge of Qur’an, Hadith, Seerah, and Islamic jurisprudence while integrating modern social and scientific perspectives. It prepares students to understand Islam in its historical and contemporary context and equips them to address the challenges faced by the Muslim Ummah.
About Program
Students in this program explore classical Islamic sciences alongside contemporary disciplines, gaining the ability to interpret modern issues through the lens of Islamic teachings. With guidance from qualified scholars and faculty, they study subjects that enhance their intellectual, moral, and spiritual growth.
The BSIS program at Riphah International University, Faisalabad, develops graduates who can serve as educators, researchers, and community leaders. It emphasizes ethical responsibility, critical reasoning, and problem-solving skills, preparing students to respond effectively to current global challenges in light of Islamic values.
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Programme Structure & Course Plan:
Year 1 (Sem I–II)
| SEMESTER - 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| GE-153 | Functional English | 3(3-0) |
| UR-110 | Islamic Ethical Principles and Contemporary Issues (L&L-1) | 2(2-0) |
| GC-101 | Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) | 3(3-0) |
| GC-102 | Fundamentals of Mathematics | 3(3-0) |
| GC-103 | Arabic Literature | 2(2-0) |
| MCISL-201 | Tajwid al-Quran: Theory and Practice | 3(3-0) |
| SEMESTER - 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| UR-220 | Pak Studies L&L (Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan) | 2(2-0) |
| GE-106 | Expository Writing | 3(3-0) |
| GC-104 | Introduction to Statistics | 3(3-0) |
| GC-105 | Entrepreneurship | 2(2-0) |
| MCISL-202 | Study of Sirah of the Prophet (PBUH) | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-203 | Introduction to the Selected Topics of Quran (Major) | 3(3-0) |
Year 2 (Sem III–IV)
| SEMESTER - 3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| UR-450 | Professional Ethics (Civics and Community Engagement) | 2(2-0) |
| MCISL-204 | ‘Ulum al-Quran (Major-IV) | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-205 | ‘Ulum al-Hadith | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-206 | Islamic History | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-207 | Textual Study of Quran-I | 3(3-0) |
| GC-107 | Introduction to Everyday Science | 3(3-0) |
| SEMESTER - 4 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| UR-460 | Family Life in 21st Century: Challenges and Perspectives (Life & Living VI) | 2(2-0) |
| MCISL-208 | Textual Study of Hadith-I (Books of al-Iman, al-Salah) | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-209 | History of Tafsir and its Principles | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-210 | Arabic Through Qur’anic Text | 3(3-0) |
| ICISL-301 | Economic System of Islam | 3(3-0) |
| FECISL-401 | Internship | 3(3-0) |
Year 3 (Sem V–VI)
| SEMESTER - 5 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ICISL-302 | International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and Islamic Law (IL): A Comparative Study | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-211 | Textual Study of Quran-II | 3(3-0) |
| MCIS-212 | ʽUsūl al-Fiqh | 3(3-0) |
| ICISL-303 | Islam and Science | 3(3-0) |
| UR-330 | Introduction to the Basic Teachings of the Quran | 2(2-0) |
| SEMESTER - 6 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| ICISL-304 | Environmental Issues & Management | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-213 | Al-Dawah wal-Irshad | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-214 | Research Methodology in Islamic Studies | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-215 | Philosophy and Objectives of Shariah | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-216 | Ethics of Disagreement in Islam | 3(3-0) |
| UR-340 | Introduction to Hadith and Seerah | 2(2-0) |
Year 4 (Sem VII–VIII)
| SEMESTER - 7 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| MCISL-217 | Islamic Fiqh-II (al-Mu‘āmlāt) | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-218 | Introduction to World Religions | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-219 | Islamic Culture and Civilization | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-220 | Ijtihād in Contemporary Issues | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-221 | Impact of Western Civilization on Muslim Culture | 3(3-0) |
| FECISL-401 | Internship | 3(3-0) |
| SEMESTER - 8 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| MCISL-222 | Islamic Law of Inheritance | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-223 | Interfaith Dialogue and Ethics of Dialogue | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-224 | Challenges to Da’wah in the Contemporary World | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-225 | Islamic Fiqh-I (al-‘Ibādāt) | 3(3-0) |
| MCISL-226 | Major 26 | 3(3-0) |
| CPCISL-501 | Capstone Project | 3(3-0) |
Eligibility Criteria
For Pakistani Nationals
- Intermediate Certificate / Diploma in Associate Engineering / D.Com / I.Com / A-Level / Sanviyyah Khassah from an approved institution (with compulsory subjects) or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum Requirement: At least 2nd Division in the qualifying examination.
Related Programs
RIU – Faisalabad Campus
Contact:
- +92 41 111 111 002
- +92 337 7526363
- contact@riphahfsd.edu.pk