Al-Hud?D: Penal System Of The Shar?‘Ah
- Arts
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 127 pages
- 15 units
This course, *AL-HUDUD*: PENAL LAW OF *SHARΑAH*, is a two-credit, one-semester undergraduate course. It comprises 15 units subdivided into 4 modules. The course provides a background to the concepts of *al-hudud* and equips students with an understanding of the penal law of the *Sharī'ah*. It familiarizes students with different punishments and appraises the objectives, goals, and achievements of penal law in eradicating crimes in modern society.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 20 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of ISL439, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
ISL439 · UNIT 1: CONCEPT OF AL-HUDUD (PENAL LAW OF SHARI’AH)
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What you should be able to do
- Explain the basic concepts of al-hudud and penal law of the Sharī'ah.
- Outline the features and profile the penal law of the Sharī'ah.
- Discuss the meaning, nature, and execution of the various penal laws of the Sharī'ah.
- Evaluate the contribution of objectives, goals, and effects of penal law of the Sharī'ah to the eradication of crimes in the society.
- Compare and contrast Islamic penal law with other legal systems.
What it prepares you for
- Legal Advisor
- Sharia Compliance Officer
- Religious Affairs Consultant
- Policy Analyst
- Law Enforcement
- Judiciary
- Government
- Religious Organizations
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 2: Punishments for Illegal Sexual Intercourse
The stringent conditions for establishing evidence for the crime of illegal sexual intercourse make conviction difficult.
- Module 3: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 1: Punishments for Murder and Manslaughter
Understanding the nuances of al-qisas and its application requires careful study of legal interpretations.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Understanding the Penal Law of *Sharī'ah*
Unit 1: Concept of Penal Law of *Sharī'ah* · 2 hours
Define Al-hudud, al-'uqubat, and al-jinayyat.. Identify the importance of penal law of Sharī'ah.. Enumerate the Penal codes of Sharī'ah..
- Week 2Module 1: Understanding the Penal Law of *Sharī'ah*
Unit 2: Nature of Penal Law of *Sharī'ah* · 2 hours
Describe the philosophy of the penal law of Sharī'ah.. Highlight the features of the operations of the penal law of Sharī'ah.. Explain the methods of evidence in the penal law of Sharī'ah..
- Week 3Module 1: Understanding the Penal Law of *Sharī'ah*
Unit 3: Overview of Crimes in the Society · 2 hours
State the meaning and scope of crimes.. Enumerate the factors that induce crimes in the society.. Mention the importance of law in the society..
- Week 4Module 1: Understanding the Penal Law of *Sharī'ah*
Unit 4: The Roles of Security Agencies in Crime Control · 2 hours
Enumerate the security agencies in Nigeria.. Explain the factors militating against effectiveness of security agencies.. Mention the role of social welfare in combating crimes..
- Week 5Module 2: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 1: Punishment for Armed Robbery · 2 hours
Define the meaning and scope of the crime of armed robbery.. Enumerate the different punishments for armed robbery.. Highlight the methods of the application of these punishments..
- Week 6Module 2: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 2: Punishments for Illegal Sexual Intercourse · 2 hours
Define the meaning and scope of illegal sexual intercourse under the penal laws of the Sharī'ah.. Enumerate the punishments for illegal sexual intercourse under the penal laws of the Sharī'ah.. Mention the features of the punishments for illegal sexual intercourse under the penal laws of the Sharī'ah..
- Week 7Module 2: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 3: Punishments for Theft · 2 hours
Describe the crime of theft under the penal laws of the Sharī'ah.. Discuss the punishments for theft.. Enumerate the conditions required in convicting a culprit of the crime of theft..
- Week 8Module 2: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 4: Punishment for *Qadhf* · 2 hours
Explain the meaning and scope of qadhf under the penal laws of the Sharī'ah.. Enumerate the punishments for qadhf under the penal laws of the Sharī'ah.. Discuss the conditions for the acceptance of the future testimony of a person once punished for qadhf..
- Week 9Module 3: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 1: Punishments for Murder and Manslaughter · 2 hours
Define the concept of al-qisas and state its scope.. Explain the significance of law of al-qisas in the protection of the sacredness of life.. Discuss the overall benefits of the law of al-qisas..
- Week 10Module 3: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 2: Punishments for Intoxicants · 2 hours
Explain the meaning and scope of khamr.. Highlight the phases of the development of the punishments of intoxicants.. Give an overview of the significance of the philosophy of graduation in the process of reformation and revivalism..
- Week 11Module 3: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 3: Punishments for Torts and Hurts · 2 hours
Discuss the penal law of the Sharī'ah in respect of al-Qisas for torts and hurts.. Assess the payment of diyah in favor of the victims of torts and hurts in the penal law of the Sharī'ah.. Appraise the verse of the Qur'an in support of the penal law of the Sharī'ah in respect of al-Qisas or payment of diyah for torts and hurts..
- Week 12Module 3: Four Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah*
Unit 4: *Ta'zir* Punishments · 2 hours
Explain the general and technical meaning of the Ta'zir in the penal law of the Sharī'ah.. Enumerate the various kinds of the Ta'zir punishments in the penal law of the Sharī'ah.. Highlight the place of death penalty within the Ta'zir punishments in the penal law of the Sharī'ah..
- Week 13Module 4: The Penal Laws of *Sharī'ah* and Morality in Modern Society
Unit 1: Relationship between Islamic Penal Laws of the *Sharī'ah* and Morality · 2 hours
Define the meaning and scope of morality in modern society.. Highlight the features and implications of immorality in modern society.. Describe the relationship between morality and the penal law of the Sharī'ah in modern society..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions and legal principles.
- Compare and contrast the different punishments for each crime under Shariah law.
- Review case studies and examples to understand the practical application of the law.
- Practice answering essay questions on the objectives and challenges of implementing Shariah law in modern society.
- Pay close attention to the conditions and requirements for establishing evidence in each type of crime.
Questions students ask about this course
What is ISL439 about?
This course, *AL-HUDUD*: PENAL LAW OF *SHARΑAH*, is a two-credit, one-semester undergraduate course. It comprises 15 units subdivided into 4 modules. The course provides a background to the concepts of *al-hudud* and equips students with an understanding of the penal law of the *Sharī'ah*. It familiarizes students with different punishments and appraises the objectives, goals, and achievements of penal law in eradicating crimes in modern society.
How many units does ISL439 have?
ISL439, Al-Hud?D: Penal System Of The Shar?‘Ah, has 15 units across 4 modules, over 127 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is ISL439?
ISL439 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Arts.
Is ISL439 hard?
ISL439 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does ISL439 take to study?
About 20 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.
How is ISL439 assessed?
ISL439 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.
What can I do with ISL439?
Legal Advisor, Sharia Compliance Officer, Religious Affairs Consultant and Policy Analyst.