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 | Introduction to Islamic Creed | 3 | None |
| HAD101 | Introduction to Sunnah | 3 | None |
| QUR101 | Introduction to Quran & Its Sciences | 3 | None |
| FIQ112 | Introduction to Islamic Fiqh Fiqh of Worship 1 | 3 | None |
Summer Semester
FRESHMAN SUMMER SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASL101 | Basic Arabic | 3 | None |
| HAD111 | Analytical Interpretation of Hadeeth | 3 | None |
| QUR111 | Quran Recitation & Memorization I | 2 | None |
Fall Semester
FRESHMAN FALL SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASL102 | Intermediate Arabic | 3 | ASL101 |
| MAT101 | College Algebra | 3 | None |
| SOC202 | American Government | 3 | None |
| COM103 | Computer Applications | 1 | None |
| QUR112 | Quran Recitation & Memorization II | 2 | QUR111 |
Sophomore Courses:
Spring Semester
SOPHOMORE SPRING SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCI201 | Natural Science | 3 | None |
| FIQ221 | Fiqh of Transactions I | 3 | None |
| FIQ231 | Muslim Family Law I | 3 | None |
Summer Semester
SOPHOMORE SUMMER SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIS202 | Islam in America | 3 | None |
| HIS213 | The Biography of the Prophet | 3 | None |
| QUR221 | Analytical Interpretation of Quran I | 3 | QUR101 |
Fall Semester
SOPHOMORE FALL SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG101 | English Composition & Research Methodology | 3 | None |
| SOC204 | Self Development | 3 | None |
| HIS201 | Islamic History | 3 | HIS213 |
| QUR222 | Analytical Interpretation of Quran II | 3 | QUR101 |
| SOC120 | Being Muslim in the 21st Century | 3 | None |
Junior Courses:
Spring Semester
JUNIOR SPRING SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASL303 | Advanced Arabic | 3 | ASL102 |
| AQE302 | Islamic Creed II | 3 | AQE101 |
| FIQ322 | Fiqh of Transactions II | 3 | FIQ221 |
| QUR313 | Quran Recitation & Memorization III | 2 | QUR112 |
Summer Semester
JUNIOR SUMMER SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQ312 | Fiqh of Worship II | 3 | FIQ221 |
| FIQ332 | Muslim Family Law II | 3 | 12 Cr. of Fiqh |
| QUR314 | Quran Recitation & Memorization IV | 2 | QUR313 |
| QUR323 | Analytical Interpretation of Quran III | 3 | QUR101 |
Fall Semester
JUNIOR FALL SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| AQE303 | Comparative Religions | 3 | AQE302 |
| HAD312 | Legislative Hadeeth I | 3 | 9 Fiqh Cr. & HAD302 |
| SOC301 | Raising Children in America | 3 | None |
| FIQ341 | Islamic Penal & Judiciary Law | 3 | FIQ112 |
Senior Courses:
Spring Semester
SENIOR SPRING SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQ451 | Principle of Fiqh I | 3 | 18 Cr. of Fiqh |
| FIQ461 | Islamic Legal Maxims | 3 | FIQ451 |
| COM401 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 | None |
| HAD412* | Legislative Hadeeth III | 3 | 9 Fiqh Cr. & HAD302 *This course may be taken as an elective. |
| ASL400* | ASL400 Advanced Arabic Writing Course | 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 | Principle of Fiqh II | 3 | FIQ451 |
| FIQ471 | Contemporary Fiqh Issues | 3 | FIQ452 & FIQ461 |
| SOC402 | Marriage Counseling & Mediation | 3 | None |
Fall Semester
SENIOR FALL SEMESTER
| Course Code | Course Name | Cr. Hrs. | Pre-Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQ441 | Fiqh of Foods, Hunting, Oaths, Military, Judiciary, and Testimonies | 3 | Completed 113 Cr. |
| PRA404 | Graduation Project | 3 | 9 Cr. Remaining to Graduation |