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Certificate in Muslim Family Law
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| 14 – 17 FEBRUARY 2008 |
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£295* |
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*Grants in the form of tuition fees reduction are available for this course. Please enquire from the admin office.
The Muslim community has been experiencing fundamental social changes, especially in relation to the structure of the family. The course has been separated into two levels: the Certificate in Muslim Family and the Diploma in Islamic Jurisprudence. These courses will deal with Islamic Family Law and Islamic Law of Inheritance, two subjects which concern every Muslim.
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Aims of the Course
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To help students acquire knowledge and understanding of the operation of the Shari’ah with regard to family law and law of inheritance. |
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To create an awareness of current and developing issues in Islamic law and law of inheritance. |
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To attempt to develop an understanding of the application of these branches of law in a secular environment. |
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Learning outcome
On completion of the course students should have a good understanding of of Islamic jurisprudence relating to family law and law of inheritance.
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Course Outline
The Certificate in Muslim Family Law is a beginners course over a four day period. It will focus mainly on family law with a brief introduction to the law of Inheritance. The course will cover:
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Bethroal ( Khitba ) |
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Marriage contract ( ‘Aqd al Nikah ) |
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Maintenance ( Nafaqah ) |
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Basic laws of inheritance ( Ilm al-Mirath ). |
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Means of Dissolution of Marriage ( Talaq, Faskh, and Khul’ ) |
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Custody and guardianship ( Hadanah and Wilatah al Tarbiyah ) |
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Diploma in Islamic Jurisprudence
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| 14 – 17 FEBRUARY 2008 |
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£595* |
| 29 FEBRUARY – 2 MARCH 2008 |
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| 14 – 16 MARCH 2008 |
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*Grants in the form of tuition fees reduction are available for this course. Please enquire from the admin office.
The Diploma in Islamic Jurisprudence is a ten day course, the first four days will be studied with the certificate students. This is an intense course developing on the foundations laid by the certificate course. The course will discuss two important aspects of Islamic Jurisprudence: Family law ( al-Ahw'l al-Shakhsiyyah) and the Law of inheritance ('Ilm al-Mirath):
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Family Law
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Reasons for differences in juristic opinions |
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Objectives of Shar’iah |
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Legal pluralism |
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Regulations of Polygyny |
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Rights of children and adoption |
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Arbitration and mediation |
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Development of dissolution of marriage |
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Dowry (Mahr) |
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Law of Inheritance
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Concept of Inheritance in Islam |
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Calculations of shares for the parentela |
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Chronology of devolving an estate and the British law |
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Drafting of Wills |
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Estate Tax planning |
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Waqf and Trusts. |
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| The Markfield Institute of Higher Education |
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Who should follow the course?
The course will be useful for Muslims who wish to know more about marital duties and rights. However, it will be especially useful for social workers, lawyers, accountants and Imams.
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Entrance Requirements
Minimum requirements: education to at least “A” level standard, competency in English language and interest in the field. Students enrolling for the finance and inheritance courses are expected to have some mathematical background.
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Assessment Requirement
This will consist of continuous assessments and assignments.
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Accommodation
There is currently no on-site accommodation. Travelodge accommodation is nearby, early booking is recommended.
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Award of Qualification
Students who successfully complete the course will receive their award at the graduation ceremony, which is held in November/December 2008.
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