COURSE LISTING
22
Number of short courses
846
Number of students
38
Countries
Short courses - Program description
IKI Academy is an online educational platform that offers postgraduate courses in Islamic studies from an integrated and interdisciplinary perspective. The mission of the project is to promote the development of human knowledge, dignity, and respect in modern society.
In addition to the main program of Postgraduate Certificate in Islamic Thought and Knowledge Integration, IKI Academy also offers the possibility to attend individual courses that are designed to enhance the Islamic thought in relation to contemporary issues and challenges. These courses are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about Islam and its relevance to the contemporary world.
The individual courses consist of three online synchronous sessions or lectures of 2 hours each, delivered by qualified and experienced instructors. The courses cover various topics and phenomena from an integrated interdisciplinary perspective. Number of courses and modules may increase depending on demand.
All courses at IKI Academy are conducted online with synchronous face-to-face lectures.
Individual courses are open to all interested individuals.
All individual courses are offered Free of Charge.
Participants are expected to write a short reflection paper (essay) of about 500-750 words.
To be eligible for the Certificate of Attendance, participants are required to attend all lectures and submit a reflection paper.
Short courses
Course synopsis:
This short course acquaints students with the position of women in Islam and their contributions to scientific and intellectual advancements, societal welfare, and the public sphere throughout Islamic civilization. Islam emphasizes the significance of logic, knowledge, and observations for all, regardless of gender, which are critical components for intellectual and scientific growth. The course consequently explores how the Qur’an and the Prophet’s (SAW) actions promoted equity and parity between men and women in both private and public spheres while maintaining the unique roles of each gender in marriage, family, and society. The course critically analyzes the relationship between a decline in women's status and their participation in scholarship and public life, alongside a general decline in scientific productivity within Muslim societies.
Course objectives:
1. To elaborate on the relationship between scientific developments and women’s status in societies from an Islamic perspective
2. To familiarize the participants with the issues related to historical documentation and local cultural factors that affect how women were treated in Muslim societies
Learning outcomes:
1. The participants' familiarity with the position of women in the Qur'an and the historical realities.
2. Comprehension of the co-relationship between civilizational development and the status of women in societies.
3. Proficiency in engaging with Muslim historical sources and understanding their constraints.
Course Outline (Detailed Session Breakdown — 3 Sessions):
Module 1: Women in the Qur’an, and Historical Sources for Studying the Position of Women in the Muslim Past (2 hours)
Module 2: Issues related to the Contributions of Women to Natural Sciences and Scientific Developments (2 hours)
Module 3: Muslim Women in the Capacity of Scholars, Social Reformers, and Educators (2 hours)
Module 1 — 17 January 2026 11.00–13.00 (Mecca time / Istanbul time)
Module 2 — 17 January 2026 14.00–16.00 (Mecca time / Istanbul time)
Module 3 — 18 January 2026 11.00–13.00 (Mecca time / Istanbul time)
This short course acquaints students with the position of women in Islam and their contributions to scientific and intellectual advancements, societal welfare, and the public sphere throughout Islamic civilization. Islam emphasizes the significance of logic, knowledge, and observations for all, regardless of gender, which are critical components for intellectual and scientific growth. The course consequently explores how the Qur’an and the Prophet’s (SAW) actions promoted equity and parity between men and women in both private and public spheres while maintaining the unique roles of each gender in marriage, family, and society. The course critically analyzes the relationship between a decline in women's status and their participation in scholarship and public life, alongside a general decline in scientific productivity within Muslim societies.
Course objectives:
1. To elaborate on the relationship between scientific developments and women’s status in societies from an Islamic perspective
2. To familiarize the participants with the issues related to historical documentation and local cultural factors that affect how women were treated in Muslim societies
Learning outcomes:
1. The participants' familiarity with the position of women in the Qur'an and the historical realities.
2. Comprehension of the co-relationship between civilizational development and the status of women in societies.
3. Proficiency in engaging with Muslim historical sources and understanding their constraints.
Course Outline (Detailed Session Breakdown — 3 Sessions):
Module 1: Women in the Qur’an, and Historical Sources for Studying the Position of Women in the Muslim Past (2 hours)
Module 2: Issues related to the Contributions of Women to Natural Sciences and Scientific Developments (2 hours)
Module 3: Muslim Women in the Capacity of Scholars, Social Reformers, and Educators (2 hours)
Module 1 — 17 January 2026 11.00–13.00 (Mecca time / Istanbul time)
Module 2 — 17 January 2026 14.00–16.00 (Mecca time / Istanbul time)
Module 3 — 18 January 2026 11.00–13.00 (Mecca time / Istanbul time)