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Islam in the Modern World (ISLM10002)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject examines the impact of modernity on the Islamic world: how have Muslims rejected, or adapted to, modernity? How have they shaped the terms of modernity itself? The subject explores the ideas of modern Muslim intellectuals and their attempts to respond to modernity as a ‘Western’ project while addressing critical issues facing the Muslim communities. Through a close study of Muslim texts, institutions, and socio-political movements, students will understand how modernity has shaped Muslim discourses as well as the challenges associated with constructing a ‘Muslim’ identity in today’s modern world

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Understand the impact of modernity on the Islamic world
  • Understand Muslim intellectual responses rejecting or adjusting to the forces of modernity
  • Understand key arguments dealing with critical issues facing Muslims in the modern world
  • Acquire an ability to work independently and in groups on the arguments and ideas of key Muslim intellectuals, gaining effective oral and written communication skills
  • Analyse ideas critically and develop the research skills for writing a well-structured case study.

Last updated: 19 September 2024