About the Course

This Research Methodology course is a hands‐on course designed to impart education in the foundational methods and techniques of academic research in Islamic religious studies and social sciences. Students will examine and be practically exposed to the main components of a research framework generally and from an Islamic perspective i.e., problem definition, research design, data collection, Islamic ethical issues in research, report writing, and presentation. Once equipped with this knowledge, participants would be well‐placed to conduct disciplined research in areas of their choosing related to Islamic sciences and humanities.

In addition to their application in an academic setting, many of the methodologies discussed in this course will be similar to those deployed in professional research environments and beyond as this course will present Islamic philosophies around knowledge and research methodology.Teaching methods include readings, lectures, group discussions, exercises, and assignments. Lectures are designed such that ensure greater scholar participation.

Students will be equipped with qualitative and quantitative research method skills and theoretical knowledge in general, and for use in Islamic studies in particular. These skills are essential for the students throughout their career as an academic and researcher as well as general life skills. Additionally, it will train students on how to investigate and design a research problem from start to finish using appropriate methodology and how to present their research outcome effectively in their area of expertise as well as broader areas. As such, students are provided with the opportunity to apply their learning to a subject matter of their own choice in the field of Islamic studies, while increasing awareness about various types of resources that will be of use during the course of their studies.