The course aims to connect your heart with the noble Quran through the
exploration of two types of Qur’anic studies: Quranic sciences (in its original
Arabic, ʿUlûm Al-Quran) and the science of exegesis (Tafsir). The course will
examine the crucial subjects such as the revelation of the Qur’an, the compilation
of the Qur’an, the unique style of the Qur’an and the Causes of Revelations (Asbab
al-Nuzul). The course will shed light on the derivation of Islamic knowledge from
the Quran and how exegetes (Scholars) have tried to understand the true meaning
of the Qur’an. There will be more emphasis on introducing the science of exegesis
(Tafsir), the principles of exegesis and the sourcebooks. The contemporary scholars
will discuss the overview of English translations and contribution to Quranic
studies. By the time the students complete this course, they will also develop a
profound understanding of the miraculous nature of the Qur’an whilst exploring
Quranic Sciences and Science of Exegesis.

Course Objectives
The course aims to examine the following subjects and more;
1. The Qur’an and Revelation
2. Tadweenul Qur’an: Compilation of the Qur’an
3. The Preservation of the Qur’an: A Miracle
4. The Modes (ahruf) of the Qur’an and Recitations (Qir’at)
5. Form, Language and Style
6. Asbab al-Nuzul (Narratives concerning Causes for Revelation)
7. I’jazul Qur’an (The Miraculous Nature of the Qur’an)
8. The Science of Tafsir ( Exegesis) – An Overview
9. The Principles of Qur’anic Exegesis (Tafsir)– An Overview
10. The Sourcebooks of Tafsir and Exegetes of Early Era – An Overview
11. Qur’an and Contemporary Tafaseer and Scholars
12. Qur’an and Islamic Law