Islamic Studies: "Noor-ul-Furqan (Islamiat) Compulsory"

A Foundational Text for Undergraduate Studies in Pakistan

As you move into your undergraduate education, "Noor-ul-Furqan" (Islamiat Compulsory) serves as a core academic resource tailored to the contemporary requirements of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) policy of 2024. Authored by Professor Dr. Ghulam Farooq Naeemi and Professor Dr. Hafiz Naseer Ahmad, this text is designed to align with the revised curricula of the University of the Punjab, University of Sargodha, University of Gujrat, and other prominent institutions across Pakistan.

Why This Textbook is Essential for Your Undergraduate Degree

In the context of the four-year BS programs and Associate Degree Programs (ADP) in Arts and Sciences, this textbook provides the necessary framework for understanding Islamic studies within a modern academic context:

• HEC Policy Alignment: The content is strictly curated to meet the latest HEC Undergraduate Policy (2024), ensuring that students are engaging with the most relevant and officially sanctioned material.

• Broad Institutional Relevance: It is meticulously prepared to cater to the new syllabi adopted by major public sector universities, including the University of the Punjab and others, making it a highly versatile and reliable study guide.

• Academic Pedagogy: Authored by senior professors of Islamic studies, the book offers a scholarly perspective on mandatory Islamic concepts, balancing traditional knowledge with the academic requirements of modern university classrooms.

Scope of Academic Coverage

The text is designed to support students across various degree streams, including:

• BS Programs: Providing a robust foundation in Islamic studies for the four-year degree format.

• Associate Degree Programs (ADP): Serving as a critical text for the two-year Arts and Science degrees.

• General Undergraduate Requirements: Essential for students across various disciplines (BA, BSc, B.Com, BBA, LLB, etc.) who are required to complete the compulsory Islamiat course as part of their degree requirements.

About the Authors

• Professor Dr. Ghulam Farooq Naeemi: Head of the Department of Islamic Studies at Government Allama Iqbal Graduate College, Sialkot.

• Professor Dr. Hafiz Naseer Ahmad: Head of the Department of Islamic Studies at Government MAO Graduate College, Lahore.

The expertise of these authors ensures that the text maintains high standards of theological accuracy and academic rigor, positioning it as a primary resource for students navigating their compulsory coursework.

Are you interested in exploring specific themes or chapters covered in this text, such as the fundamentals of faith, Islamic history, or social/moral ethics?