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The Faculty of Sharia and Islamic Studies aims to produce dynamic, well-qualified scholars with deep knowledge of Islamic sciences and jurisprudence. Our Bachelor of Sharia and Islamic Studies program provides comprehensive education in Islamic principles, preparing graduates for various religious, educational, and community leadership roles.
The Bachelor of Sharia and Islamic Studies program at Red Sea University is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge of Islamic sciences, jurisprudence, and contemporary applications of Sharia principles. This program emphasizes both traditional Islamic scholarship and modern approaches to Islamic studies.
Our distinguished faculty comprises experts in Quranic sciences, Hadith, Islamic jurisprudence, Islamic history, and contemporary Islamic thought who are committed to providing students with a well-rounded Islamic education. We emphasize critical thinking, research skills, and practical applications to prepare students for leadership roles in Muslim communities.
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Graduates of Sharia and Islamic Studies can pursue rewarding careers in religious, educational, and community service roles. Potential positions include:
Specialize in Islamic sciences and provide religious guidance
Lead prayers and provide religious leadership in communities
Teach Islamic studies in schools and educational institutions
Provide religious and spiritual guidance to individuals and families
Conduct academic research in Islamic sciences and thought
Work with Muslim communities on development projects
Manage Islamic centers and coordinate religious activities
Coordinate religious programs and activities in organizations
The Faculty of Sharia and Islamic Studies has established the following objectives to guide our educational mission and program development:
Produce dynamic, well-qualified, and research-oriented scholars with deep knowledge of both Sharia and conventional laws.
Encourage graduates to delve into original sources of knowledge in both Islamic Sharia and contemporary laws.
Prepare students to actively participate in nation building through roles that uphold and administer justice.
Address the demands of Somali society by training specialized professionals such as judges, prosecutors, lawyers, legal practitioners, muftis and sharia experts.
Enable students to conduct comparative studies of Sharia and other legal systems.
Take an active role in the harmonization of Law and Sharia, contributing significantly to the field of comparative legal education.
The Bachelor of Sharia and Islamic Studies program is structured to provide comprehensive education in Islamic sciences and jurisprudence. The curriculum includes the following components:
| No | Types of the Requirements | Number of Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Requirement | 7 | 21 |
| 2 | Faculty Requirement | 29 | 81 |
| 3 | Department Requirement | 12 | 36 |
| 4 | Graduation Thesis | 1 | 3 |
| Total | 49 | 141 | |
The Bachelor of Sharia and Islamic Studies shall be conferred to students who successfully complete 141 credit hours distributed across various requirement categories:
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
Note: The program emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application, preparing graduates for various roles in religious leadership, education, and community service while maintaining the highest standards of Islamic scholarship.
Visit our office in Bosaso, Somalia, or email info@rsu.edu.so. We are open Saturday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Established in 2008 in Bosaso, Puntland, Red Sea University is committed to outstanding educational programs, research that addresses community needs, and developing tomorrow’s leaders.