Bachelor’s degree
Bachelor’s Degree Program In Islamic Studies
The Bachelor’s degree in Islamic studies provides 126 credit hours of comprehensive instruction in Aqeedah, Quran, Hadith, Fiqh, and Usool and Comparative Religion. Students who graduate from this program will be equipped to serve their communities as Imams, Chaplains, and Counselors. Students who combine a Bachelor’s degree in Islamic Studies along with additional mainstream degrees like engineering, business, or teaching will be well equipped to serve niche communities. Pursue your Islamic studies degree online.
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4 Years
Approximately
126
Total Credits
$75
Cost Per Credit
Online/Live
Format
BAIS Degree Program Outcomes:
Graduates of the BAIS program will be able to. . .
- Demonstrate an understanding of and analyze the beliefs, teachings, and practices of the Islamic religion and its sects based on the Sunni schools of thought.
- Apply critical thinking skills to analyze classical religious texts and teachings.
- Discuss the different branches of classical Islamic studies, such as Quranic studies, Hadith criticism, Fiqh (Jurisprudence), the Islamic creed, Seerah (Prophet’s biography), Islamic History and comparative theology.
- Utilize skills in religious counselling, pastoral care, and interfaith dialogue.
- Explain the historical, cultural, and social context of the development of various Muslim sects and movements.
- Apply research skills to study and understand Islamic schools of thought and movements.
- Engage in discussion Learn about the role of religion in society and the relationship between religious and social institutions.
- Identify prominent Islamic leaders and movements throughout history and explain their impact on society.
Program Course List:
Freshman Courses:
Spring Semester
FRESHMAN SPRING SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQE101 | 3 | None | |
| HAD101 | 3 | None | |
| QUR101 | 3 | None | |
| FIQ112 | 3 | None |
Summer Semester
FRESHMAN SUMMER SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASL101 | 3 | None | |
| HAD111 | 3 | None | |
| QUR111 | 2 | None |
Fall Semester
FRESHMAN FALL SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASL102 | 3 | ASL101 | |
| MAT101 | 3 | None | |
| SOC202 | 3 | None | |
| COM103 | 1 | None | |
| QUR112 | 2 | QUR111 |
Sophomore Courses:
Spring Semester
SOPHOMORE SPRING SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCI201 | 3 | None | |
| FIQ221 | 3 | None | |
| FIQ231 | 3 | None |
Summer Semester
SOPHOMORE SUMMER SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIS202 | 3 | None | |
| HIS213 | 3 | None | |
| QUR221 | 3 | QUR101 |
Fall Semester
SOPHOMORE FALL SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG101 | 3 | None | |
| SOC204 | 3 | None | |
| HIS201 | 3 | HIS213 | |
| QUR222 | 3 | QUR101 | |
| SOC120 | 3 | None |
Junior Courses:
Spring Semester
JUNIOR SPRING SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASL303 | 3 | ASL102 | |
| AQE302 | 3 | AQE101 | |
| FIQ322 | 3 | FIQ221 | |
| QUR313 | 2 | QUR112 |
Summer Semester
JUNIOR SUMMER SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQ312 | 3 | FIQ221 | |
| FIQ332 | 3 | 12 Cr. of Fiqh | |
| QUR314 | 2 | QUR313 | |
| QUR323 | 3 | QUR101 |
Fall Semester
JUNIOR FALL SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQE303 | 3 | AQE302 | |
| HAD312 | 3 | 9 Fiqh Cr. & HAD302 | |
| SOC301 | 3 | None | |
| FIQ341 | 3 | FIQ112 |
Senior Courses:
Spring Semester
SENIOR SPRING SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQ451 | 3 | 18 Cr. of Fiqh | |
| FIQ461 | 3 | FIQ451 | |
| COM401 | 3 | None | |
| HAD412* | 3 | 9 Fiqh Cr. & HAD302 *This course may be taken as an elective. |
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| ASL400* | 3 | Successfully completion ASL101, ASL102, and ASL303 *This course may be taken as an elective. |
Summer Semester
SENIOR SUMMER SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQ452 | 3 | FIQ451 | |
| FIQ471 | 3 | FIQ452 & FIQ461 | |
| SOC402 | 3 | None |
Fall Semester
SENIOR FALL SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQ441 | 3 | Completed 113 Cr. | |
| PRA404 | 3 | 9 Cr. Remaining to Graduation |