Islam 2 (U02534)

? Credit Points : 40 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : LLC-2-U02534

This course is based on works translated into English. Subjects covered include the Qur'an, its history and content, and an introduction to the nature and teachings of the Hadith. A grounding is given in Sunni and Shia ideas, along with Sufi and other popular practices. Aspects of legal discussion, devotion and contemporary Muslim debates are addressed.

Entry Requirements

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

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 : Full Year (Blocks 1-4)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 22 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
19/09/2006	16:10	17:00			2/28, 2nd floor, 19 George Square

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 Quran and Hadith texts
understand the principles behind the formation and role of Islamic law
understand a range of classical and modern Muslim perspectives on selected
themes