Islamic Law

Faculty of Ethical Jurisprudence & Global Justice

“Where Divine Wisdom Meets Human Flourishing”

Introduction: Law as Sacred Service

Islamic law (Sharia) is often misunderstood—it’s not just rules, but a living tradition of seeking justice through divine principles. This faculty studies:

  • How Quranic values shaped historic legal systems
  • Comparative approaches to human rights, finance, and governance
  • Creative problem-solving (fatwa-making) for modern dilemmas

Key Questions We Explore:

  • Can Islamic inheritance laws promote gender equity today?
  • How do Muslim-minority communities practice faithful citizenship?
  • What can Western constitutional law learn from classical Islamic courts?

“The purpose of wisdom is to uphold life, faith, intellect, family, and property.”
— Classical Legal Maxim


Degree Programs (Admissions Open for 2025)

  1. BA in Justice Systems & Sacred Law
    • Duration: 4 years (120 credits)
    • Sample Courses:
      • “Environmental Ethics in Legal Traditions”
      • “Islamic Finance vs. Capitalism”
      • “AI Ethics Through Religious Lenses”
  2. MA in Applied Ethical Jurisprudence
    • Tracks:
      • Human Rights Advocacy: Reconcile UN declarations with classical texts
      • Interfaith Dispute Resolution: Train as a mediator for faith-based conflicts
      • Emerging Technologies: Cryptocurrency, IVF, and end-of-life rulings
  3. Professional Short Courses
    • “Marriage Contracts in Multicultural Societies” (For lawyers/clergy)
    • “Halal Startups: Legal Innovation Lab”

Why Study Here?

✔ Beyond Stereotypes: Debunk “hudud = harsh punishments” myths through historical context
✔ Skills That Matter: Draft ethical wills, design community arbitration systems
✔ Diverse Cohort: Christians, atheists, and Muslims debate prison reform together

Capstone Project Example:
Redesign a neighborhood’s zoning laws using both Islamic “maslaha” (public good) and secular equity principles


Career Paths

  • Policy Advisor on Religious Affairs
  • Interfaith Mediator
  • Islamic Bank Compliance Officer
  • NGO Director (Refugee Rights, etc.)

Admissions

No Fatwa Required: Open to all who value ethical systems.
Scholarships: Available for women in legal studies.
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