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PhD Islamic Studies

PhD Islamic Studies

About Program

The PhD Islamic Studies is an advanced research degree designed for scholars who wish to develop a deeper understanding of the primary sources of Islam and use that knowledge to examine contemporary intellectual, social, and religious challenges. The program places particular emphasis on the Quran, Hadith, Fiqh, Sirah, and other major areas of Islamic scholarship.

Through advanced study and independent research, students are encouraged to engage critically with classical Islamic knowledge while relating it to present-day issues faced by Muslim societies and the wider world. The program also supports the growing need for internationally relevant Islamic Studies scholarship grounded in authentic sources, academic rigor, and contemporary research methods.

Objectives

  1. Develop scholars with strong and in-depth understanding of the Quran, Sunnah, and other foundational sources of Islamic thought.
  2. Cultivate a clear and constructive Islamic worldview that supports scholarship, research, intellectual development, and innovation.
  3. Train students in contemporary methods and approaches used in Dawah and Islamic communication.
  4. Introduce scholars to major modern ideologies, philosophical trends, and intellectual debates affecting contemporary societies.
  5. Enable researchers to examine social and contemporary challenges in the light of Islamic sources and propose well-grounded solutions for human welfare.
  6. Prepare qualified Islamic Studies scholars for responsibilities in legislation, research, education, administration, management, and emerging professional fields.
  7. Develop responsible Muslim scholars and thinkers who can contribute positively within Pakistan and in international academic and professional environments.
  8. Promote moderation, tolerance, unity, brotherhood, and ethical values through academic engagement, research, and Islamic literature.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Academic Qualification: Applicants must hold an MS or MPhil degree, representing 18 years of education, in Islamic Studies or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized university.
  • Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum CGPA of 3.00 out of 4.00, or First Division where the annual system applies, is required.
  • Admission Test: Applicants must qualify NTS GAT Subject, ETC HAT, GRE, or the University Entry Test with a minimum cumulative score of 70%.

Scheme of Studies

1st Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 ISL-8101 علوم اسلامیہ میں جدید تحقیق مناہج اور عملی تحقیق 3 0 -
2 ISL-8102 علوم القرآن اور جدید تفسیری مناہج 3 0 -
3 ISL-8103 اجتہاد اور مقاصد شریعہ 3 0 -
4 ISL-8104 اسلام اور عصری اجتہادی مسائل 2 0 -
5 ISL-8105 Understanding of Quran-I 0 1 -
Total Credits 11 1

2nd Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 ISL-8106 معاصر مسلم دنیا اور تحدیات 3 0 -
2 ISL-8107 فقہ الحلال 3 0 -
3 ISL-8108 فقہ المالیات اور اسلامک بینکنگ 3 0 -
4 ISL-8109 فقہ السیرۃ اور مستقبل کی علمی جہات 2 0 -
5 IS-8110 Understanding of Quran II 0 1 -
Total Credits 11 1

3rd Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 ISL-8208 Research Thesis-I 9 0 -
Total Credits 9 0

4th Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 ISL-8209 Research Thesis-II 9 0 -
Total Credits 9 0

5th Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 ISL-8310 Research Thesis-III 9 0 -
Total Credits 9 0

6th Semester

Sr. Code Course Title CreditHours LabHours Prerequisite
1 ISL-8311 Research Thesis-IV 9 0 -
Total Credits 9 0