Department of Islamic Studies

The Department of Islamic Studies at Rahim Yar Khan Campus is a distinguished academic unit of the Islamia University of Bahawalpur. Dedicated to pursuing knowledge, character development, and research excellence, the department offers programs at the BS and MPhil levels. Our curriculum combines the depth of classical Islamic scholarship with the analytical tools of modern academia, enabling students to address the intellectual, ethical, and social challenges of today's world.

With a team of highly qualified faculty members and a strong commitment to research, the department emphasises critical thinking, moral reasoning, and scholarly engagement. Students are encouraged to explore diverse areas, including Qur’anic Studies, Hadith, Fiqh, Islamic Law, Islamic History, Comparative Religion, and Contemporary Islamic Thought.

One of the department’s key achievements is its research journal, Al-Raqim—a peer-reviewed academic journal recognised by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) in the Y category. The journal plays a vital role in fostering scholarly debate and disseminating original research in the field of Islamic Studies.

Head of The Department: Dr. Muhammad Asif Malik

Establishment Year: 2020

Vision

We envision the Department of Islamic Studies as a leading centre of Islamic learning and research, both nationally and internationally. Our goal is to revive the spirit of Islamic scholarship by bridging the rich intellectual heritage of Islam with the demands of the modern world.

We aspire to produce academically competent, ethically sound, and socially responsible graduates who are deeply rooted in Islamic values and well-versed in contemporary thought. The department strives to become a hub for meaningful dialogue, interfaith understanding, and innovative research that contributes to intellectual revival, social reform, and global peace.

Mission

1. To provide a comprehensive and research-oriented education in Islamic Studies based on the Qur’an, Sunnah, and classical scholarship.
2. To promote a balanced and contextual understanding of Islam that is rooted in tradition yet responsive to contemporary challenges.
3. To develop students’ abilities in critical thinking, academic writing, and ethical leadership.
4. To contribute to national and international scholarly discourse through research, conferences, seminars, and publications.
5. To support high-quality academic research through the publication of our HEC-recognised journal, Al-Raqim.
6. To prepare graduates for meaningful careers in academia, religious leadership, public service, media, and civil society.