Sharia Department

• As a structural division of Kyrgyzstan Islamic University, the Sharia Department implements higher religious education in the field of religious studies.
• The department is subordinate to the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan.
• It operates in accordance with the standards and requirements established by the relevant institutions.
• It awards diplomas of the Spiritual Administration model.

• Leadership: Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (Muftiate).
• Faculty: classes are taught by the country’s leading religious figures and distinguished scholars.
• Tuition fee: lower compared with other religious educational institutions.
• Uniqueness: the only university in the country providing education in a religious specialty.
• Location: in the center of the capital city.
• Scope of activity: the educational process is conducted within the framework of Maturidi creed and Hanafi madhhab.

To teach the foundations of Sharia and religious knowledge on a scientific basis within the framework of the Maturidi creed and Hanafi madhhab, preparing deeply knowledgeable, ethical, and socially responsible specialists. To strengthen interfaith harmony and prevent radicalism.

• to educate qualified specialists through the comprehensive study of fiqh, usul al-fiqh, and Sharia law;
• to combine Sharia with modern law and humanitarian disciplines;
• to develop the ability to analyze religious sources;
• to intensify research and improve the quality of education;
• to foster spirituality, moral values, and professional ethics;
• to strengthen cooperation with relevant institutions and organizations.

A bachelor’s degree in Sharia is awarded. Competencies: source analysis, Sharia assessment, and analytical work.

• Religious educational institutions / teacher, specialist
• Spiritual Administration and all its structures / religious officer
• State bodies / expert in religious and legal matters
• Public organizations / educator, anti-extremism work
• Research centers, media / researcher, analyst
• Consulting / religious advisor on fatwas, family issues, and other matters