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)
- 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”
- 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
- Tracks:
- 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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