Department of Islamic Religious Studies [IRS]

Vision: Our vision is to be a center of excellence in Islamic Religious Studies, fostering academic inquiry, spiritual growth, and ethical reflection within the context of Islamic faith and practice. We aim to cultivate a community of scholars and practitioners committed to the pursuit of knowledge, the integration of faith and reason, and the promotion of Islamic values in society. Mission Statement: The Department of Islamic Religious Studies at Federal University of Lafia is dedicated to providing high-quality education, fostering spiritual development, and promoting ethical leadership grounded in Islamic principles. Our mission is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to engage critically with Islamic tradition, contribute meaningfully to the Muslim community and society, and live out their faith with integrity and compassion. Aims and Objectives: Advance Education: - To provide a comprehensive education in Islamic Religious Studies that encompasses Qur'anic studies, Hadith, Islamic jurisprudence, Islamic history, and contemporary Islamic thought, enabling students to develop a deep understanding of Islamic faith and practice. Promote Spiritual Development: - To foster spiritual growth, moral integrity, and a strong Islamic identity among students and faculty, encouraging practices of prayer, worship, and ethical conduct that deepen one's relationship with Allah (God) and enrich one's understanding of Islam. Foster Collaboration: - To cultivate an environment of intellectual inquiry, dialogue, and collaboration within the department, across the university, and with external Islamic communities and organizations, promoting interfaith understanding and dialogue. Empower Students: - To empower students to become knowledgeable, compassionate, and ethical leaders equipped to serve in various Islamic contexts, including education, religious leadership, community development, and social services, applying Islamic values and principles to address contemporary challenges and promote social justice.

Programmes: Undergraduate Programs: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Islamic Religious Studies: - Description: A comprehensive program offering a broad foundation in Qur'anic studies, Hadith, Islamic jurisprudence, Islamic history, and contemporary Islamic thought, preparing students for further study or careers in Islamic education, religious leadership, or social services. - Curriculum may include: Qur'anic Exegesis, Hadith Studies, Islamic Law, Islamic History, Contemporary Issues in Islam. Graduate Programs: Master of Arts (M.A.) in Islamic Studies: - Description: A graduate-level program designed to deepen students' understanding of Islamic theology, law, and history, providing advanced study in areas such as Islamic philosophy, Sufism, and Islamic ethics. - Curriculum may include: Advanced Qur'anic Studies, Islamic Theology, Islamic Philosophy, Research Methods in Islamic Studies. Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Islamic Leadership: - Description: A professional degree program preparing students for leadership roles in Islamic communities and organizations, offering training in areas such as Islamic preaching, counseling, community organizing, and interfaith engagement. - Curriculum may include: Islamic Preaching and Public Speaking, Counseling in an Islamic Context, Islamic Community Development, Interfaith Dialogue and Cooperation.

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