An Introduction to the Field of Islamic Bioethics
This self-paced, intensive course introduces learners to:
10 modules
2–4 hours per module
Self-paced
Progress at your own speed
Physician
Price: $300
Non Physician
Price: | $150
The course started on July 1st and closed on December 31st.
The course started on July 1st and closed on December 31st.
About this Course
Exploring Bioscience and Islam
Exploring Bioscience and Islam: A Curriculum on Fundamental Questions about the Human Being is designed to help learners engage some of the most important questions raised by modern bioscience through the lens of Islamic thought.
This curriculum addresses five fundamental questions about humankind:
- 1. What is the origin of humankind?
- 2. What is the human’s essential nature?
- 3. What is the human’s future?
- 4. Are human actions predetermined?
- 5. Are humans unique in the universe?
The course invites students, educators, and professionals to think deeply about what it means to be human. It explores questions around knowledge, creation, evolution, the soul, consciousness, artificial intelligence, free will, human enhancement, transhumanism, extraterrestrial life, and human uniqueness.
Rather than treating science and religion as separate or opposing fields, this curriculum creates space for thoughtful engagement between Islamic intellectual traditions and contemporary bioscientific inquiry. Learners are guided to examine how different sources of knowledge, including revelation, reason, empirical observation, and theological reflection, shape our understanding of the human being.
The course is especially useful for educators, students, and institutions seeking to introduce meaningful discussions about Islam and science in a structured, accessible, and intellectually grounded way.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify key questions at the intersection of Islam and bioscience
- Understand how Islamic thought engages questions about human origin, nature, purpose, and uniqueness
- Reflect on the relationship between revelation, reason, empirical science, and theological inquiry
- Discuss major themes such as evolution, the soul, consciousness, free will, artificial intelligence, and human enhancement
- Explore how contemporary bioscience raises new ethical and theological questions
Who This Course Is For
This course is designed for:
- High school and college students interested in Islam and science
- Muslim educators and curriculum developers
- Islamic school teachers and administrators
- University instructors and student group leaders
- Chaplains, clinicians, and healthcare professionals
- Parents and community leaders seeking structured educational resources
- Anyone interested in questions about science, faith, identity, and the human being
At a Glance
- Institution: Initiative on Islam and Medicine
- Course Title: Exploring Bioscience and Islam
- Subtitle: A Curriculum on Fundamental Questions about the Human Being
- Format: Online, self-paced course
- Language: English
- Cost: Free
- Subject Areas: Islam and Science, Bioscience, Theology, Bioethics, Human Identity
- Prerequisites: None; this is an introductory course
Self paced
Progress through the course at your own pace within the 6 month cohort
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In Collaboration with MuslimEdEx
This self-paced course is offered in collaboration with MuslimEdEx, providing learners with online access to a structured curriculum on Islam, bioscience, theology, and the human being.
In Collaboration with: Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA)
The self-paced delivery was facilitated through the digital learning platform of Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA), enabling seamless global access for participants.
25 credits
Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) is accredited by the
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to
provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) designates this enduring
material for a maximum of 25 AMA PRA Category 1
Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit
commensurate with the extent of their participation in the
activity.
Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) designates this activity
for up to 16.5 hours of participation for continuing
education for allied health professionals.
ACCME Accreditation:
Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) is accredited by the
Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to
provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA Credit Designation:
Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) designates this enduring
material for a maximum of 25 AMA PRA Category 1
Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit
commensurate with the extent of their participation in the
activity.
Hours of Participation for Allied Health Care Professionals:
Islamic Medical Association of North America (IMANA) designates this activity
for up to 16.5 hours of participation for continuing
education for allied health professionals.
Instructor
Founder, Initiative on Islam and Medicine
Dr. Aasim I. Padela is a physician-scholar whose work sits at the intersection of medicine, bioethics, Islamic theology, public health, and Muslim community engagement. He has led major educational and research initiatives exploring the relationship between Islam, biomedicine, and the health sciences.
Through his scholarship and educational programming, Dr. Padela has helped develop resources that support students, educators, clinicians, and communities in engaging complex questions about science, ethics, religion, and human life.
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