Bachelor of Arts degree in Islamic Studies

The Islamic Studies Department at the University of Dammam’s College of Arts and Humanities is an academically rich program that gives the student a broad foundation in the theories of Muslim thought and practices covering such topics as:  Seerah, Hadith literature, Islamic doctrine, the tenets of faith, law, etc.  The Department offers a MA and PhD program in Islamic Studies in addition to its undergraduate BA program.

Vision

Leading outcomes in the field of Islamic Sciences, locally and regionally.

Mission

Preparing distinguished competencies in Islamic studies in teaching, learning, scientific research and community service to preserve the intrinsic values and consolidate patriotism.

Objectives

1. Providing the community with qualified scientific competencies in the field of Islamic Studies.
2. Developing students' skills according to the practical life's needs. 
3. Enriching the program with qualified academic and professional members.
4. Developing the scientific research in Islamic studies and utilizing this research in dealing with developments.
5. Activating scientific partnerships with the competent authorities in the community.
6. instilling Islamic identity's concepts and values; and consolidating patriotism.

College

College of Arts

Campus

Dammam

Level

Undergraduate

Degree

BA

Gender

Female

Credit hours

132

Additional requirements

Graduation Project

Career Opportunities

• Teach Islamic studies in schools once the student has received their teaching credentials.Work in the area of counseling.
• Work in the media preparing religious programs.
• Work in the courts of justice.
• Assist attorneys and public prosecutors.
• Work as an administrator in the public or private sector.
• Work as a teaching assistant in a university.

First: Admission to the College of Arts General Requirements

• The applicant must pass all the first year (College of Arts Track) courses.
• The applicant must obtain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3 out of 5. 

Second: Controls of specialization in the College of Arts:

• Admission is by differentiation based on grade point average and the availability of seats.

English Language Department requirements: (Earning C rating and above in English Language Course 1 and English 

First year

 During this first year the students will study a broad range of subjects that will introduce them to various disciplines in the arts and humanities realm.  This exposure will help them make an informed decision on what academic path they wish to pursue in the following years. They will earn 36 credit hours during this first year.

Second year

The second year is when the student really begins to focus on their major, Islamic Studies, such as the proper recitation of the Qur’an with tajweed, the science of the Qur’an as well as Hadiths, jurisprudence basics, the methods used by interpreters of the Qur’an, etc.

Third year

During the third year of study the students will cover subjects such as: Qur’an interpretation, Hadiths, studying the chains of transmission of Hadiths, Islamic Law or Sharia and how it relates to family issues, etc.

Fourth year

In the fourth and final year the students will study topics such as:  various sects and other world religions, jurisprudence of contemporary issues and penalties, the jurisprudence of governance, rules and theories of jurisprudence, the judiciary system in Islam, various scientific research methods and prepare and present their required graduation projects.