Jamia Hamdard strives to work with the following vision:
Islamic Studies is an integrative program that touches all aspects of Islam and its teachings spoken by Prophet Muhammad. The intellectuals in the field of Islamic Studies are known as Islamicists.
This program covers the in-depth teaching of the origin of Islam, the interpretation of the Quran, the history of Islamic civilization, its cultural significance, and its societal norms. It also imparts knowledge of:
- Theology
- Sufi Mysticism
- Islamic Law
- Islam & Science
- Islamic Literature, Art and Poetry
- Islam and Economics
- Islam and Globalization
Studying these topics will help the students in tackling all the arduous everyday changes of modern life. They learn about the tactics for solving the problems and shaping their lives. Hence vast career options are available for the students. The intellectuals in the field of Islamic Studies are known as Islamicists.
Unique job profiles available after completing this degree:
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Islamic Translators
Islamic Translators are the one who translates religious and sacred texts of Islam, the Quran and Hadith along with Arabic and Persian Literatures. Moreover, these texts are taught in this program, through which learners can easily translate and interpret them well during sermons for common people. These translators can get jobs in museums, colleges, universities, and educational institutes, where they have several texts to translate.
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Islamic Researcher or Scientist
Islamic Researchers are appointed in archaeologist organizations, museums, and educational centres where they analyze the artefacts or manuscripts to study more about the history of Islam in-depth and try to understand its concepts more clearly. A researcher has to be good in translation to understand the Quran and Hadith’s quotes and their meaning.
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Islamic Journalists
A Journalist collects information and writes articles based on this information to present it to the common public in an ethical manner. An Islamic journalist performs the duty, following the ethics mentioned in Islam. The Islamic ethics to be followed are Selflessness, GoodWill and Honesty. An Islamic Journalist can get a job in an Urdu Media house or Urdu Publishing centre. These journalists can also work as freelancers if they want.
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Islamic Professors
Islamic Professors in Art and Literature are hired in colleges and universities, where Islamic Studies are taught. Their work profile is to help their students in acquiring theoretical knowledge in order to develop spiritual awareness, which will bring them closer to God.
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Islamic Scholars
Islamic scholars study the holy texts of Islam and perform research on Islam religion. They later publish books based on their research to help clear out all the doubts about Islam and guide them to the right path. They even analyze the present problems and scenarios of Islam. They are also called Ulama. They are appointed in educational institutions to give speeches and teach students about Islam.
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Calligraphers
Calligraphers practise Calligraphy, a form of visual art where alphabets are handwritten, drawn or painted artistically. Islamic Calligraphers are the ones who practice Arabic, Persian, Ottoman and Urdu Calligraphy. It is an old form of art. They are either freelancers or hired by publishing houses, designing firms, and event management companies.
Jamia Hamdard (Deemed-to-be University)
You can now complete our insightful MA program in Islamic Studies online through Jamia Hamdard (Deemed-to-be University).
