5is'5 One-Year Intensive In
ae. Islamic & Arabic Studies
This One Year Intensive in Islamic and Arabic Studies program is designed to give students a
firm foundation in the core Islamic sciences. Our unique teaching methodology entails teaching
our students the various viewpoints within the bounds of AhI' al-Sunnah. This approach provides
students with an unbiased understanding of many schools of thought. At Madina, we believe in
providing knowledge and information, not indoctrinating a particular point of view. This results
in a well-rounded seeker of knowledge.
This program will also provide students with a strong foundation in the Arabic language with an
emphasis on the skills of reading and comprehension. We look to provide our students with the
tools needed to access the Quran and the traditional Islamic texts.
The program also entails electives in Quranic ethics to develop our students spiritually and to
embody the message of the Quran. Students are also free to choose from other electives offered
depending on their goals and interests, such as courses in furtherlslamic
Leadership, Chaplaincy ete.
What you'll Learn
‘* Foundational knowledge of the principles of Islam. _ Ability to seek out and understand Islamic
* The tools needed to navigate the basic tenets of Studies resources (scholars and texts).
faith. * Continue in the leadership, scholarship or
‘ Practical insight into living the theoretical career path
principles of faith.
Who should enroll | Program Overview
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Arabic Sciences II
The Arabic sciences component of the Arabic program is designed to teach the
students the fundamental rules needed to understand the inner workings of
the Arabic Language. Students will go through various texts in Arabic grammar
and morphology.
Arabic Skills
The Arabic Skills component of the Arabic program is designed to assist the
students in developing the essential skills of reading, writing, listening, and
speaking. The main focus of this program will be on the reading
comprehension skill, to train students to access the Quran without
a translation and Islamic Arabic Literature.
O2 Quranic Sciences
Quranic Recitation (Tajwid) |
This course is an introduction to proper recitation of the Quran. Students
learn the correct pronunciation of the Arabic letters, as well as the rules of
correct recitation of the Qur'an.
Quranic Sciences |
Basic introduction to Sciences of the Quran. This includes a brief survey of
topics related to the Quran, including defining what the Quran is, its
content, names, miracles, causes and types of revelation, kinds of verses,
abrogation, transmission and preservation, division, language and style,
recitation, modes of recitation, exegesis, and interpretations.
Quranic Virtues and Ethics |
This unique course is an insight into the subject of Quranic Virtues & Ethics. This
course will focus on delving through the verses of the Quran to explore how the
Quran defines virtues and ethics. Also enable students to reflect on and recognize
the structure of ethics in the Quran at a deeper level.03 Hadith Sciences
Hadith Terminology |
This course is an introduction to the sciences of Hadith. Students will be
introduced to the methodology of the scholars of hadith in authenticating and
categorizing reports. They will also learn the various terminologies used by them.
The text covered in this course will be Nukhbah al-Fikar.
Hadith Literature |
As an introduction to Hadith literature, students will examine the Arbain al-Nawawi
(Nawawi's 40 Hadith). With the help of the instructor students will memorize and
learn to interpret the saying of the Prophet (peace and blessings upon him and his
family).
Hadith Sciences |
This course is an introduction to the sciences of Hadith. In this course students
learn the foundations that ground the paradigm of hadith sciences. Students will
also learn the method of takhrij, and of the essential resources that are required
for it. They will also explore the various disagreements among scholars regarding
the principles of hadith learned in Hadith Terminology |, while analyzing their
proofs and arguments.
O4 Theology (Aqidah)
Credal Theology (Aqidah) |
This course is an introduction to Islamic credal theology. Students learn about the
historic context behind the development of the Sunni schoo! of thought and the
three Sunni schools, namely: the Ash’ari, Maturidi, and Athari schools. They are also
exposed to the foundational matters in creed, with a special focus on the under-
standing of Tawheed, as well as the differences between the sunni tradition and
other Islamic groups. The text covered for this class is al-Aqidah al-Tahawiyyah.Scholastic Theology (Kalam) |
This course is a foundational study of Ashari theology as covered in the text
al-Bajur's al-Risala. The course will analyse the methodology of the Ashari school in
understanding llahiyyat, Nabawiyyat, and Sami'yyat. This includes an examination
of numerous matters that are discussed under these categories such as Attributes
of Allah, rational proofs for His existence, natural philosophy, attributes of His
messengers, and free will. This course will also introduce the science of
lm ul Kalam, its development, objectives, and discuss its possibility of reformation.
Scholastic Theology (Kalam) II
This course is an introduction to the credal methodology of the Maturidi school.
Students will study the opinions of the Maturidi school as well as the structure of
Maturidi texts by covering the text Al-‘Aaid al-Nasafiyyah. They will also further
their understanding of the science of Kalaam through the supplemental reading of
al-Taftazani’s commentary.
Comparative Theology |
This course is a comparative study of the Ash’ari and Maturidi schools. Students
will analyze the source of the major differences between the schools as well as
their implications. They will solidify their understanding of the structure of both
schools through a study of Masail al-Ikhtilaf Bayn al-Asha’irah wal-Maturidiyyah.
Q5 Prophetic Biography (Seerah)
Prophetic Biography (Seerah) |
This course is a study of the Prophetic biography as recorded by one of the earliest
scholars in the field, Ibn Hisham. Students will learn about the environment of
Arabia prior to his birth, his early life, the announcement of the message, life in
Mecca, migration, and life in Madina (peace and blessings upon him and his family).06 Islamic Law (Fiqh)
Islamic Law - Hanafi!
Islamic Law - Sha\
This course is an introduction to the Hanafi school of jurisprudence. The
students will study the history behind the formation of the school, it's main
contributors, and it’s major works. The students will also study the rulings
regarding matters of worship, namely: tahara (purification), salah (prayer),
zakah (alms), sawm (fasting), and hajj (pilgrimage). The text used for this
course will be Mukhtasar al-Quduri.
This course is an introduction to the Shafi school of jurisprudence. The
students will study the history behind the formation of the school, it’s main
contributors, and it's major works. The students will also study the rulings
regarding matters of worship, namely: tahara (purification), salah (prayer),
zakah (alms), sawm (fasting), and hajj (pilgrimage). The text used for this
course will be al-Ghayah wal-Taqrib.
O7 Legal Theory (Usul al-Fiqh)
Legal Theory - Shafi |
This course is an introduction to the field of legal theory. Students will be
introduced to the methodology and principles used by scholars to extract
legal rulings from the Quran, Sunnah, and other sources. Students will also
learn the structure of Islamic legal theory as well as the major chapters within
the subject. The text covered in this course will be the primer of al-Juwayni,
al-Waraqaat.
Legal Theory - Hanafi |
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In this course students will advance their understanding of legal theory by
studying the main text in Hanafi legal theory, Usul al-Shashi (or an equiva-
lent text). Students will learn the methodology of Hanafi Jurists in applying
their principles to the Islamic sources to derive rulings.0s Islamic Spirituality (Tazkiya)
Islamic Spirituality (Tazkiya) |
This course is a study of Imam al-Zarnuji’s text titled Instruction of the student
(Talim al-Mut'allim). This is an indispensable text for students who are beginning
their journey in the pursuit of sacred knowledge. Students will learn the
importance of having correct intention, the effective methods of study,
and the responsibilities of a student of knowledge.
Islamic Spirituality (Tazkiya) II
This course is a study of Bidayat al-Hidayah of Imam al-Ghazali. The path to
® self-purification and realization is a life-long journey. This journey must have a
starting point on solid foundations, explained beautifully by Imam Al-Ghazzali in
his book Bidayat al-Hidayah. This book lays out the foundations of the science of
tazkiya, by alerting one to the spiritual diseases of the heart and to their cures.
09 Islamic History (Tarikh)
Credal Theology (Aqidah) |
This course introduces us to four of the companions of the Prophet Muhammad
(peace be upon him and his family): Abu Bakr as-Siddig (RA), Umar al-Faruq (RA),
Uthman bin Affan (RA) and Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA. Using the book written by Imam
as-Suyuti, “The Hisory of the Khalifas Who Took The Right Way” (Al-Khulafa
Ar-Rashidun) as a reference, the students of knowledge will gain an in-depth view
of their remarkable lives through stories about their individual contributions to
Islam, their accomplishements and their struggles as the successors after the
Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings upon him and his family).
10 Logic (Mantiq)
Traditional Logic |
This course is the study of a primer in Mantiq, The Matn of Isaghuji. In this course
students will learn of the different types of knowledge, the difference between
inductive and deductive reasoning, the different forms of syllogism, the language
of Mantiq and more.Tl Islamic Philosophy
Islamic Philosophy | - Introduction to Islamic Philosophy
This course is an introduction to Islamic Philosophy. This course will include a study
of the history of the development of Islamic Philosophy as well as major Islamic
Philosophers. Students will also study important topics in Islamic philosophy
such as metaphysics, analyzing issues pertaining to causality and free will, and
epistemology, investigating issues pertaining to reason and revelation.
12 Islamic Research
Research Methodologies |
[@)]_ This course consists of lessons and presentations on research methods and
SA academic writing.
Research Paper I (for one year Intensive program students)
This course is required for students hoping to graduate from the One year Inten-
sive in Islamic and Arabic studies program. For the research paper, students will
formulate their research question, conduct their research, and present their find-
ings in the form of a research paper.
Research Paper II (For Associates degree students)
This course is required for students hoping to graduate with an Associates
degree. This course is similar to Research Paper | but the research conducted will
be more in-depth and involves additional steps in the research process.
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