Amar Fettane

Assistant Professor, Islamic Revealed Knowledge & Human Sciences
Gombak, MY.

About

Highly accomplished Assistant Professor with over 13 years of experience in Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences, specializing in Quran and Sunnah studies. Proven expertise in undergraduate and postgraduate instruction, comprehensive curriculum development, and guiding over 10 PhD and Master's students to successful graduation. Adept at spearheading international research colloquiums, coordinating conferences, and authoring scholarly publications to advance academic discourse and enhance institutional visibility.

Work

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
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Assistant Professor (DS13), AbdulHamid AbuSulayman Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences

Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia

Summary

Currently serving as a DS13 Assistant Professor, leading advanced academic programs and fostering international research collaboration within Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences.

Highlights

Facilitate instruction at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels across diverse courses, enhancing student engagement and knowledge acquisition in Arabic and English.

Provide comprehensive supervision and guidance to Master's and PhD students, including support for 6 ongoing PhD candidates and 1 Master's candidate, ensuring timely thesis completion and academic excellence.

Chair the Postgraduate Committee and Postgraduate Student Curriculum Review Committee, streamlining administrative processes and contributing to the review of undergraduate and postgraduate curricula.

Spearhead the organization of International Postgraduate Student Colloquiums and coordinate international/local conferences, significantly enhancing the university's global visibility and scientific research output.

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
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Assistant Professor (DS51), AbdulHamid AbuSulayman Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences

Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia

Summary

Managed academic programs and contributed to curriculum development within Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences.

Highlights

Successfully supervised 5 PhD and 2 Master's students to graduation as Main Supervisor, and 3 PhD and 1 Master's student as Co-Supervisor, demonstrating strong mentorship and academic guidance.

Authored and co-authored multiple scholarly articles and books, including works indexed in HADIS Journal and Wahdatul Ummah Journal, contributing to the academic body of Islamic studies.

Served as a peer reviewer for various academic journals and participated in the internal and external evaluation of Master's theses and PhD dissertations.

Assumed the role of Language Editor for the department's primary journal, ensuring high linguistic standards for academic publications.

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
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Assistant Professor (DS51), Kulliyyah of Engineering

Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia

Summary

Contributed to academic instruction and research within the Kulliyyah of Engineering, integrating Islamic perspectives into relevant coursework.

Highlights

Delivered lectures on 'Engineering Ethics from Islamic Perspective' and 'Engineering Ethics Safety and Environment' to diverse student cohorts, fostering interdisciplinary understanding.

Guided students through 'Final Year Project I' and 'Final Year Project II', ensuring successful completion and application of ethical frameworks.

Actively participated in online lecture sessions with other university branches, expanding reach and accessibility of educational content.

Served as an academic advisor and mentor for undergraduate students, providing spiritual, academic, and psychological development support.

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
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Assistant Professor (DS51), AbdulHamid AbuSulayman Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences

Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia

Summary

Initiated academic responsibilities and engaged in early-career contributions within Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences.

Highlights

Facilitated initial instruction at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Islamic Revealed Knowledge courses.

Contributed to academic discussions and departmental activities, laying groundwork for future leadership roles.

Commenced engagement in scholarly activities, including early contributions to academic publications and research initiatives.

Supported the department in various administrative tasks relevant to an Assistant Professor role.

Education

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia

Ph.D

Islamic Studies (Quran and Sunnah)

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia

Master

Islamic Studies (Quran and Sunnah)

Islamic University of Madinah
Madinah, Saudi Arabia

Bachelor

Islamic Studies (Quran and Sunnah)

Awards

IRIIE Bronze Medal

Awarded By

International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)

Awarded for outstanding research in 'Hadith Textual Criticism Among the Prophets Companions: The Example of Aisha' at the International Research, Invention And Innovation Exhibition (IRIIE 2014), recognizing significant academic contribution.

Publications

The Hadith Selections and Preferences of Imam Ibn al-Mulqin as Reflected in His Book Al-Tawdih of Al-Jami' al-Sahih: An Analytical Study.

Summary

Main supervisor for ongoing PhD research focusing on textual criticism principles by Ibn Mulaqqin, advancing specialized Hadith studies.

Sustaining social balance and peace in the post-Covid-19 pandemic: a study in the light of maqasid al-sharia'h approach

Published by

Strategic Research Project (SRP) for Applied Maqasid Shariah Collaboration between IIIT ESEA and IIUM

Summary

Co-authored a strategic research project report examining social balance and peace post-COVID-19 through the lens of Maqasid al-Sharia'h.

Sustaining Social Balance and Peace in the Post-COVID-19 Pandemic: A Study In The Light Of Maqasid Al-Sharia'h Approach

Published by

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Summary

Served as Co-Researcher for this international project, securing RM10,000 in funding to analyze social stability and peace through a Maqasid Al-Sharia'h lens post-COVID-19.

Introduction to Islamic Ethics, Theory and Professionalism in Nursing

Published by

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Summary

Contributed as Co-Researcher to this IIIT Teaching Materials Project, securing RM10,000 in funding to develop foundational materials on Islamic ethics in nursing.

هدي النبي صلى الله عليه وسلم في التعامل مع الأطفال (The Guidance of the Prophet PBUH in Dealing with Children)

Published by

Al-Bukhari Journal of Arabic & Islamic Studies

Summary

Published a scholarly article on prophetic guidance concerning child interaction, contributing to Islamic pedagogical literature.

جهود الإمام الزركشي في علم التخريج: دراسة تحليلية = The efforts of Imam al-Zarkashi in Takhrij: an analytical study

Published by

Wahdatul Ummah Journal

Summary

Authored a key article in Wahdatul Ummah Journal, providing an analytical study of Imam al-Zarkashi's efforts in Takhrij.

مباحث الجرح والتعديل عند الإمام الزركشي: دراسة تحليلية (Discussions on Al-Jarh and Al-Ta'dil by Imam Al-Zarkashi: An Analytical Study)

Published by

HADIS Journal

Summary

Main author of a scholarly article published in HADIS Journal, contributing to critical discourse in Islamic studies.

The Educational Efforts of Al-Muhadithin with a Special Reference to the Books of the Etiquette of Seeking Knowledge: An Analytical Study (RU 2011)

Published by

IIUM

Summary

Served as Principal Researcher for this project, securing RM5,000 in funding and contributing to a significant analytical study on educational efforts in Hadith studies.

Languages

Arabic
English
Malay

Certificates

UJIAN PENEMPATAN BAHASA MELAYU

Issued By

IIUM, Malaysia

Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator

Issued By

IIUM, Malaysia

Skills

Academic Leadership

Postgraduate Committee Chair, Curriculum Review, Academic Advising, Mentorship, Head of Communication Committee.

Research & Publication

Scholarly Writing, Peer Review, Thesis/Dissertation Evaluation, Research Project Management, Conference Coordination, Language Editing.

Teaching & Pedagogy

Undergraduate Instruction, Postgraduate Instruction, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Online Course Development, Innovative Education.

Islamic Studies

Quran and Sunnah Studies, Hadith Criticism, Islamic Ethics, Fiqh al-Sirah, Maqasid al-Sharia'h, Islamic Jurisprudence.

Administrative Skills

Committee Management, Report Generation, Meeting Facilitation, Program Organization.

Technical Skills

Microsoft Innovative Educator, E-learning Platforms, Generative AI for Assessment, Augmented Virtual Reality for Education, Microsoft Teams.