Explore Your Academic Experience
At Canadian Islamic College, we offer a comprehensive Honours Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies designed to equip students with deep knowledge, critical thinking, and real-world readiness. Our flexible program blends core Islamic knowledge with elective breadth and five distinct areas of specialization, giving you the tools to pursue meaningful work, leadership, and scholarship.
Program Components
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The Canadian Islamic College offers a well-rounded program to help align with your personal goals.
Core Component
48 Credits
Breadth Component
27 Credits
Specialist Components
24-30 Credits
Practicum Placement
15 Credits
Capstone Project
8 Credits
Your Islamic Studies Degree
What degree do you receive from Canadian Islamic CollegE?
Earn a Honours Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies that will open doors academically and professionally.
Core Component
Equip Yourself for Meaningful Impact
The Core Program develops the essential knowledge and skills every student needs to excel in advanced Islamic studies and future careers. Grounded in Qur’an, Sunnah, Islamic history, law, and society, it equips you to think critically, communicate clearly, and engage with modern ideas through a principled Islamic lens.
This foundation enables you to pursue specialization in your chosen field and prepares you for career paths where rigorous reasoning, ethical judgment, and cultural insight are required, from education, community work, public service, finance, law and beyond.
Wide-ranging, faith-based education
A 4-year curriculum grounded in the Qurʾān, Sunnah, and classical Islamic scholarship, covering theology, ethics, law, economics, culture, and more.
Critical thinking & real-world readiness
Students learn to read, analyze, and discuss classical and modern texts; and build skills in problem-solving, communication, and teamwork.
Practical experience + diverse career paths
Includes a practicum placement to gain real-world experience; graduates are prepared for careers in law, media, policy, business, social work, banking, and more.
Core Courses
A Robust Foundation
The Core Component consists of 16 required courses (48 academic credits) completed over the four-year degree.
ARA 101 Arabic for Beginners
ARA 102 Arabic for Intermediate Learners
Explore complex Arabic language, literature, and Islamic culture through authentic texts, critical analysis, and independent research.
ARA 103 Arabic Advanced 1
Advances students’ Arabic proficiency through intensive reading, writing, speaking, and listening while exploring authentic texts, linguistic structures, and cultural themes.
ARA 104 Arabic Advanced 2
Enhances advanced Arabic proficiency through intensive reading, writing, and discussion, emphasizing complex texts, rhetoric, cultural analysis, and fluent communication skills.
ARA 201 Arabic Literature
A course exploring major periods, genres, and themes of Arabic literature through close reading, analysis, and interpretation of classical and modern texts.
ARA 202 Hadith Collections
Introduces major Hadith collections, transmission history, classification methods, and analytical tools essential for understanding Islamic tradition and evaluating prophetic reports.
ARA 203 Arabic for Academic Purposes
Develops students’ Modern Standard Arabic academic skills through advanced reading, writing, and communication tailored for scholarly analysis and academic success.
ARA 301 Arabic Linguistics
Explores major linguistic theories and methods through Arabic morphology, phonetics, syntax, and semantics, blending classical scholarship with modern linguistic approaches.
IAM 204 Islamic Arts and Architecture: History and Present
A course exploring Islamic art and architecture across history, examining key styles, symbolism, cultural influences, and modern reinterpretations shaping contemporary artistic expression.
IAM 206 Muslim Civilization and Sciences
A course examining the development of Muslim civilization, its scientific contributions, core beliefs, and modern transformations shaped by globalization, colonialism, and contemporary debates.
Breadth Component
Broaden Your Knowledge Across Disciplines
Building on the Core Program, the Breadth Program expands your academic foundational knowledge with subjects like research methods, social sciences, philosophy, statistics, and academic writing. Breadth courses draw from liberal arts, social sciences, and research-oriented subjects that enhance students’ capacity to synthesize and critique ideas from an Islamic viewpoint. This component of the degree deepens intellectual versatility and supports success in both academic and professional pursuits.
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Liberal Arts and Research Courses
A curated selection of liberal arts, social sciences, and research-focused courses that broaden academic perspectives beyond the core curriculum and expand students’ intellectual horizons.
Develop Critical and Analytical Skills
Students gain strengthened capacity for critical thinking, research methodology, academic writing, and evidence-based inquiry — essential skills for success in advanced study and professional work.
Real-World Integration and Application
Breadth study complements practical learning by reinforcing students’ ability to analyze complex issues, synthesize diverse viewpoints, and engage meaningfully with their communities and future careers.
Breadth Courses
A Robust Foundation
The Breadth Component consists of 13 required courses (27 academic credits) completed over the four-year degree.
IAM 202 World History
A course exploring global civilizations from ancient to modern times, developing historical thinking, evidence analysis, and understanding of cultural, political, and social transformations.
IAM 203 Fine Arts: History and Present
A course exploring major fine arts movements, styles, and cultural influences, connecting historical artistic traditions with contemporary practices and global creative expression.
IAM 301 Academic Writing
A course developing academic writing skills, teaching students to research, structure arguments, integrate sources, and produce clear, effective scholarly work.
IEF 203 Research Methodology
A course introducing essential research concepts and methods, guiding students in designing studies, reviewing literature, collecting data, and developing rigorous academic projects.
IEF 301 Statistics
A foundational statistics course teaching data analysis, probability, hypothesis testing, and interpretation skills essential for research in social sciences and Islamic studies.
IJC 201 Psychology
A course introducing foundational psychological theories and processes, examining behavior, cognition, development, and mental health within broader social, cultural, and ethical contexts.
IJC 203 Sociology
A course introducing core sociological theories and concepts, examining how social structures, culture, and inequality shape human behavior and contemporary societal issues.
IJC 302 Philosophy
A course introducing major philosophical questions, methods, and traditions, developing students’ skills in critical reasoning, argument analysis, and reflection on fundamental human concerns.
IJC 304 Political Science
A course introducing key political science concepts, institutions, and ideologies, developing analytical skills for understanding governance, political behavior, and contemporary global political issues.
Specialization Component
Expand Your Learning
The Specialization Component deepens and broadens the Core Component by allowing students to concentrate their studies in one of five specialization areas. It is designed for students who want to explore a focused pathway while staying rooted in an integrated Islamic worldview. Students may choose courses across multiple specialization areas, or they may commit to one specialization and graduate with a Minor in their chosen field.
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Deepen Subject Expertise
Take upper-level courses that move beyond introductions, build depth in one area, and strengthen your grasp of core debates and methods.
Integrated Islamic Framework
Explore each field through a holistic Islamic lens, integrating faith-inspired action, ethical reasoning, community care, and justice-oriented inquiry.
Preparation for Next Steps
Gain strong foundations for graduate study, leadership, and professional work by building transferable skills and purposeful specialization experience.
Specialization Courses
A Focused Pathway
Choose from one of the five specialization areas below. Each stream includes a set of courses that count toward the 24–30 specialization credits, allowing students to graduate with a Minor in the specialization of their choice.
ARA 302 Qurʾan and Exegeses
Explores Qurʾanic origins, revelation, exegetical methods, and modern interpretive issues through classical and contemporary scholarship in tafsīr studies.
ARA 303 General Translation
Introduces core translation methods, emphasizing accurate Arabic-English translation through text analysis, collaboration, and strategies for preserving meaning, tone, and style.
ARA 401 Modern Standard Arabic through Islamic Thought
Advances Modern Standard Arabic proficiency through complex texts on Islamic thought, developing students’ analytical, writing, and linguistic skills in contemporary academic Arabic.
ARA 402 Semantics & Pragmatics
Explores how language encodes meaning through semantics and pragmatics, analyzing literal meaning, context, reference, and communication across linguistic and cognitive systems.
ARA 403 Translation of Islamic Texts
Develops advanced skills in translating Islamic texts by analyzing language, rhetoric, terminology, and cultural nuances across Hadith, Qurʾanic exegesis, and jurisprudential writings.
IAM 201 Globalization and Media
A course examining global media flows, exploring theories of globalization, media industries, transnational communication, and cultural production—especially within Muslim societies.
IAM 205 Media History
A course exploring Islamic arts and architecture through historical, cultural, and theoretical lenses, analyzing their evolution and diverse influences across time and regions.
IAM 302 Media and Popular Cultures
A course examining how media and popular culture shape society, exploring representation, ideology, social inequality, and the cultural impact of mass communication.
IAM 303 Studies in Ideas and Public Opinion
A course exploring how ideas shape public opinion, examining cultural, social, and political influences alongside practical skills in survey design and analysis.
IAM 304 Digital Arts Design
Explores core design principles and hands-on digital tools, enabling students to create effective visual communication through photography, graphics, and digital media.
IAM 305 Cultural Dimensions in Advertising
Critically examines how advertising shapes consumer culture, influences desires, and impacts social values, identity, and behaviour across various media and global contexts.
IAM 401 Gaming and Entertainment: Islamic Perspective
Explores gaming through Islamic, cultural, and technological lenses, enabling students to critically evaluate digital entertainment and its ethical implications in Muslim contexts.
IAM 402 Information and Analysis: Islamic Perspective
Explores methods of gathering and analyzing information through an Islamic lens, building students’ analytical skills, ethical awareness, and interdisciplinary research competencies.
IAM 403 Islamic Media: Strategies and Ethics
Explores Islamic ethical principles in digital communication, guiding students to navigate privacy, responsibility, and technology’s impact on modern media practices.
IEF 201 Principles of Economics
A course introducing Islamic economic principles, comparing Islamic and conventional systems, and exploring financing modes, banking, and the global growth of Islamic finance.
IEF 202 Principles of Accounting
A course introducing core accounting principles, teaching students to record transactions, prepare financial statements, analyze errors, and complete the full accounting cycle.
IEF 205 Fiqh of Business and Financial Transactions
A course examining Shariʿah principles in modern finance, analyzing riba, gharar, banking products, and contemporary transactions like cryptocurrency, stocks, credit cards, and derivatives.
IEF 302 Islamic Economics
A course exploring Islamic economic foundations, comparing financial systems, and analyzing contemporary economic issues through Qurʾanic principles, classical theories, and modern Islamic finance frameworks.
IEF 303 Islamic Management
A course exploring Islamic Management principles, examining how Islamic values guide planning, leadership, decision-making, and organizational practice in contemporary professional environments.
IEF 304 Econometrics
A course introducing probability, random variables, regression, and statistical inference, teaching students to analyze economic data and draw meaningful empirical conclusions.
IEF 305 Commercial Law
A course introducing key Canadian commercial law principles, teaching students to analyze contracts, business structures, liabilities, and legal risks in business contexts.
IEF 401 Islamic Charitable Endowments (Waqf): History and Present
A course examining waqf’s history, Sharīʿah foundations, modern innovations, financial integrations, and socio-economic impact, highlighting its evolving role in contemporary Islamic charitable institutions.
IEF 402 Governance and Policy: An Islamic Perspective
A course exploring Islamic governance principles—tawḥīd, maqāṣid, shūrā, iṣlāḥ—and comparing them with global policy frameworks to analyze leadership and public affairs.
IEF 403 Islamic Investment and Markets
A course examining Islamic investment principles, financial markets, sukuk, equities, ethics, and the challenges of aligning modern investment practices with Sharīʿah values.
IJC 104 Reading and Memorizing the Qur’an
A course exploring Islamic perspectives on psychology, integrating Qurʾanic anthropology, therapeutic practices, multidimensional assessment, and spiritual care across diverse personal and community contexts.
IJC 205 Qur’anic Sciences (‘Ulum al-Qurʾan)
A course examining Muslim societies through Islamic sociological perspectives, analyzing social structures, identity, and contemporary movements influencing Muslim communities across diverse contexts.
IJC 306 Islamic Jurisprudence
A course introducing Islamic jurisprudence, examining its historical development, legal schools, methodologies, and contemporary applications, including human rights and Muslim minority legal experiences.
IJC 401 Leadership, Imams and Mosques
A course exploring Islamic leadership principles, roles of imams and chaplains, reflective practice, spiritual care, and practical skills for serving contemporary Muslim communities.
IJC 402 Counseling Skills
A course developing core counseling skills through an Islamic framework, emphasizing theory, practical techniques, ethics, empathy, and culturally sensitive support for diverse Muslim clients.
IJC 403 Fundamental Jurisprudence (Usul al-Fiqh): Theories and History
A course exploring Islamic legal theory, sources, and methodology, applying usul al-fiqh principles to contemporary issues through case studies and structured legal reasoning.
IJC 404 Contemporary Islamic Jurisprudence and Reasoning (Ijtihad)
A course exploring contemporary Islamic legal reasoning, comparing classical and modern methods, and applying ijtihad to commercial, family, and criminal law contexts.
SEJ 201 Islamic Environmentalism
A course exploring Islamic ecological principles, sustainability ethics, and global environmental challenges, connecting scriptural teachings to contemporary environmental issues and Muslim environmental activism.
SEJ 202 Social and Environmental Justice: Theory and Practice
A course examining theories of social and environmental justice, exploring inequity, empowerment, and practical strategies for creating meaningful and inclusive social change.
SEJ 203 Earth and Environment: Islamic Perspective
A course examining Islamic ecological ethics, exploring scripture, scholarship, and Muslim responses to environmental challenges to promote sustainable, faith-guided environmental stewardship.
SEJ 204 Environmental Studies and Sustainability Gateway
A course introducing interdisciplinary sustainability studies, exploring global environmental challenges and the interconnected ecological, economic, and social pillars shaping sustainable futures.
SEJ 301 Women and Scholarship in Islam
A course exploring women’s historical and contemporary contributions to Islamic scholarship, examining their roles, influence, and impact across diverse fields of Islamic knowledge.
SEJ 302 Activism and Social Movements
A course exploring activism and social movements, examining theories, strategies, and real-world efforts to mobilize communities and create meaningful social change.
SEJ 303 Critical Race Theory from an Islamic Perspective
A course examining Critical Race Theory through Islamic ethics, exploring systemic racism, justice, dignity, and Muslim contributions to racial equity and social transformation.
SEJ 401 Sustainable Development: Islamic Perspective
A course examining sustainable development through Islamic ethics, exploring stewardship, justice, and ecological balance in addressing modern environmental, economic, and social challenges.
SEJ 402 Comparative Social Justice Thought
A course exploring comparative social justice theories, guiding students from awareness to analysis to action toward addressing inequality and fostering meaningful social change.
SEJ 403 Human Rights: Theory and Practice
A course examining global human rights debates through Islamic and international perspectives, analyzing theory, practice, and contemporary issues shaping modern human rights discourse.
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Evaluate your career
Beyond the classroom, every student completes a mandatory 15-credit practicum placement, typically during the summer between the third and fourth years. This 200-hour internship (over a 12-week term) immerses students in a local organization, allowing them to build professional networks, apply their academic knowledge in real-world settings, and gain hands-on industry experience.
Capstone Project
Carry out high-level research
In their fourth year, students undertake a comprehensive Honours Thesis. This two-part capstone project (HTP 401 & 402) guides students from the initial research proposal to the final thesis submission, offering a unique opportunity to conduct high-level, independent research within a specialized area of Islamic Studies.