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Iqra Fellowship Syllabus

2026–27 · Four connected areas of study

Explore the four modules and session topics for the 2026–27 Iqra Fellowship cohort.

Applications for 2026–27 are closed. This syllabus is a reference for the current cohort; future cohort details may change.

Module 1 · Islamic Worldview

  1. Orientation
  2. Islamic Worldview: The Muslim’s Aqida (Creed)
  3. Spiritual Preparation for Seekers of the Truth
  4. Who Is Allah?
  5. The Nature, Integrity, and Interpretation of the Qur’an
  6. Islamic Tradition of the Sunnah
  7. Qada & Qadar: Predestination

Module 2 · Islamic Tradition

  1. The Nature, Integrity, and Interpretation of the Qur’an
  2. Islamic Tradition of the Sunnah
  3. Islam & Political Activism

Module 3 · Islam between Modernity & Postmodernity

  1. Framing Contemporary Issues from an Islamic Perspective
  2. The Impact of Colonialism on the Muslim Mindset
  3. Islam and Modernity (Ontology & Epistemology)
  4. Postmodernism

Module 4 · Morality & Ethics

  1. Ramadan Prep
  2. Morality & Ethics
  3. The Sexual Revolution
  4. Islam and the Question of Homosexuality & Transgenderism
  5. How to Deal with Harmful Internet Addiction (Optional)
  6. History of Feminism: How Do We View Feminism as Muslims
  7. Manhood & Womanhood
  8. Islamic Framework for Marriage
  9. Seeking Balance (Tawazun)

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