Sociology in Islam

Sociology in Islam introduces students to the Islamic perspective of society, social relationships, family, culture, social justice, ethics, and community welfare. The course explains how Islamic teachings guide human behavior, strengthen social institutions, promote equality, and create a balanced and peaceful society. It combines sociological concepts with Qur’anic teachings, Hadith, and examples from the life of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

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About Course

Sociology in Islam explores the principles of sociology through the lens of Islamic teachings and examines how Islam shapes individuals, families, and societies. The course introduces the definition of sociology from an Islamic perspective, discusses Islamic beliefs and their impact on human behavior, and highlights key social values such as justice and ethics. It also addresses contemporary social issues, including poverty, and presents Islamic solutions for building a just and compassionate society. Through engaging content and practice quizzes, learners will develop a deeper understanding of the relationship between Islam and social life.

Authorship and Attribution

This course has been curated by Riphah International University faculty and staff using publicly available third-party content and Open Educational Resources (OER) for self-paced learning. Learners will engage with curated open-access materials to achieve the course learning outcomes. All third-party content is used under open-access or fair-use policies, while any original materials are developed specifically for this learning experience.

Source and Credits:

Instructor: English with AR Comrade
Provider: YouTube (@EnglishwithARComrade)
License: Standard YouTube license

Source and Credits:

Instructor: Virtual University of Pakistan
Provider: YouTube (@thevirtualuniversityofpakistan)
License: Standard YouTube license

Source and Credits:

Instructor: Life Criterion
Provider: YouTube (@lifecriterion1870)
License: Standard YouTube license

Source and Credits:

Instructor: AIOU Official
Provider: YouTube (@AIOU_Official)
License: Standard YouTube license

What You'll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Explain the concept of society from an Islamic perspective.
Identify major social institutions in Islam such as family, education, and economy.
Analyze the role of Islamic values in promoting social justice and equality.
Evaluate contemporary social issues considering Islamic teachings.

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisite is required. Basic understanding of Islamic studies and general social issues will be helpful.

Who Can Take This Course?

This course is designed for undergraduate students, especially those studying business, management, social sciences, and Islamic studies, who want to understand social life and societal development through the teachings of Islam.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Sociology in Islam

Definition of Sociology

Definition of Sociology from an Islamic Perspective(Video)

Practice Quiz

MCQs(Problem)

Module 2: Islamic Beliefs and Its Impact

Islamic Beliefs and Its Impact on Individual and Society

Human Nature According to Islam(Video)

Practice Quiz

MCQs(Problem)

Module 3: Islamic Social Values and Ethics

Justice

Justice in Islam(Video)

Practice Quiz

MCQs(Problem)

Module 4: Social Problems and Their Islamic Solutions

Poverty

Poverty in Society(Video)

Practice Quiz

MCQs(Problem)

Skills You Will Gain

Islamic Sociology Concepts Social Ethics Understanding Islamic Beliefs Analysis Justice and Equality Human Nature Studies Community Development Skills Poverty Solution Awareness Islamic Social Values

Course Information

Duration

Approximately 1.9 Hour

Course Information

Category: Curated Courses
Language: Bilingual (English + Urdu)
Type: Self-paced
Start Date: Jul 21, 2026

Difficulty Level

Beginner

Learning Mode

Fully Online (Asynchronous)

Learning Type

Self Paced

Language

Both English & Urdu

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