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ISL172 Arts 3 Units intermediate

As-Sirah: The Biography of the Prophet Muhammad

This course introduces the biography of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), exploring the pre-Islamic era and its characteristics in the Arabian Peninsula. It examines the Prophet's life, contributions to humanity, and critiques by Orientalists. The course reviews key books on his biography and sheds light on ambiguities recorded by historians. It covers his youth, marriages, battles, treaties, and provides insights for applying lessons from his life.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
As-SīrahProphet MuhammadBiographyIslamArab History

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Pre-Islamic Arabia

2

Prophet Muhammad's Biography

3

Islamic Reforms

4

Orientalist Criticisms

5

Battles in Islam

6

Diplomacy in Islam

7

The Farewell Message

8

Prophet Muhammad as Role Model

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Religious Teacher

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Historian

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Islamic Scholar

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Cultural Analyst

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Diplomat

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationReligious OrganizationsResearch InstitutesGovernment and DiplomacyCultural Heritage

Course PDF Material

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create timelines of key events in the Prophet's life (birth, migration, battles, treaties).

2

Compare and contrast different accounts of the same event to identify biases.

3

Summarize the main points of each unit and create flashcards for key terms and figures.

4

Practice answering essay questions on the main themes of the course (e.g., the Prophet's leadership, the impact of Islam on Arabia).

5

Review the Orientalist criticisms of the Prophet and prepare counter-arguments based on the course material.