Islam 2a (U02532)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : LLC-2-U02532

This course is based on works translated into English. The course concentrates on giving an introduction to the Qur'an and Hadith, covering their nature, history, and the study of particular topics as expounded in these sources. The main focus is on gaining familiarity with the sources themselves.

Entry Requirements

? Pre-requisites : A pass in Islamic History 1, or evidence of qualifications considered satisfactory by the lecturer in charge of the course.

? Costs : Course guide £2

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies, (School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, Schedule G)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 2nd year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
19/09/2006	16:10	17:00	Room G.06, 16-20 George Square	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	16:10	17:00	Central
Lecture	Tuesday	16:10	17:00	Central
Lecture	Friday	16:10	17:00	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

Students should be able to:
understand the background and rise of Islam in its historical setting
possess familiarity with selected Qur'an and Hadith texts
understand the content and significance of important rituals and beliefs of
Islam