LAW4670 · Introduction to Islamic law

Overview

In its first part, the unit will consider the nature, characteristics and objectives of Islamic Law and contrast them with legal systems. In its second part, the unit will explore the historic development of Islamic Law from the time of the Prophet to the era of the Fiqh (Golden Era), as well as its current significance. In the third of the unit, various branches of Islamic Law are considered in more detail. The focus is on Islamic family law, Islamic banking and takaful, and Islamic criminal law.

Offerings

The Handbook publishes no offerings for this unit.

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

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Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature, sources and fundamental principles of Islamic law
2. Explain the basic principles of certain branches of Islamic law, namely: Islamic family law, Islamic banking and takaful, and Islamic criminal law.
3. Critically assess the role of Islamic law in the Malaysian legal system
4. Undertake research into and analyse decisions of Malaysian Shariah courts and related secondary materials
5. Use legal reasoning skills to develop arguments from principles of Islamic law to address legal issues raised in factual scenarios
6. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, on current issues of Islamic law in Malaysia and internationally
7. Reflect on and assess their own capabilities and performance, and make use of feedback on their classroom performance to support personal and professional development

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.