Activities
Core Academic & Research Programs
- Post-Graduate Diploma: A comprehensive one-year Takhassus fil-Fiqh (Specialization in Islamic Law and Ifta) for advanced students.
- Specialized Jurisprudence: In-depth study of Hanafi jurisprudence alongside a comparative analysis of other legal schools (Mathahib).
- Research & Thesis Writing: Training in modern research methodologies, requiring students to complete a research thesis of at least 80 pages by the end of their course.
- Fatwa Training (Tamreen-e-Ifta): Practical exercise in drafting legal verdicts with a focus on modern composition, punctuation, and contemporary issues.
Specialized Short Courses
The Academy regularly conducts intensive short courses for scholars and university students:
- Pakistan’s Legal System: A detailed overview of the constitutional framework, judicial structure, and civil/criminal laws of Pakistan .
- International Law: An introduction to global legal sources, human rights, international treaties, and the UN system .
- Islamic Banking & Finance: Courses covering non-interest banking, Takaful (Islamic insurance), and Shariah standards (Al-Ma’ayir al-Shar’iyyah) .
- Professional Hajj Training: Practical training programs for master trainers, covering administrative, health, and jurisdictional aspects of the pilgrimage .
Scientific Seminars & Guest Lectures
- Expert Sessions: Regular seminars featuring national and international experts, such as the seminar on the “Hanbali School: History and Characteristics” led by professors from Umm al-Qura University .
- Legal & Shariah Dialogues: Opportunities for students to interact with judges, advocates of the High Courts, and senior Shariah advisors from the banking sector .
Skill Development & Vocational Training
To ensure graduates are self-reliant, the Academy integrates modern technical training into its schedule:
- Digital Literacy: Training in the use of digital research tools and modern technology.
- IT & Design: Courses in Graphic Design, Composing, and Video Editing.
- Language Proficiency: Specialized focus on improving Arabic and English language skills.
Community Engagement & Practical Exposure
- Event Management: Students participate in organizing and managing academic events and exhibitions, such as the Hajj and Umrah Exhibition in Islamabad.
- Court & Institutional Visits: Providing students with exposure to high-level judicial decisions and institutional frameworks.