University Compulsory and Elective Courses
The Centre for Core Studies (PPT) manages and coordinates university compulsory and elective courses as directed by the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) and USIM for students from all faculties at USIM to equip them with preparatory knowledge for living in a modern society and to provide them with knowledge of the integration of naqli (revealed) and aqli (rational) sciences. There are nine (9) compulsory courses: UTC1012, UTP1012, UBY1012, UTI1022, UTI1032, UTI1012 (for FKAB only), UTU3012, UTR1012 and UTC1022. Currently, there are two (2) elective courses: UTT3012 and UTK2012.
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi
Synopsis: This course is designed to provide students with the basic components of the Malay language, including reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills. Exposure to Malay culture and the Malay-speaking environment is also provided to enable students to communicate more effectively.
Credit Hours: 2 hours
ETHICS AND CIVILIZATIONS
Synopsis: This course discusses ethical concepts from the perspective of various civilizations. In addition, the discussion on contemporary economic, political, social, cultural and environmental issues from an ethical and civilizational perspectives can produce students who are morally minded and behave, and professionally aware. At the end of this course students will be able to relate ethics and civic-minded citizenship to strengthen social cohesion towards national unity.
Credit hour: 2 hours
Year offered: 1
Lecturer: Prof. Madya Dr. Abd. Hakim Bin Mohad @ Mohamad Ramli
PENGANTAR PENGAJIAN ISLAM
Synopsis: This course serves as the foundation for Islamic studies.
Credit hours: 2 hours
Moderator: Not applicable
Instructors: Not applicable
AL-DIRASAT AL-ISLAMIYYAH I
Synopsis: This course serves as the foundation for Islamic studies.
Credit hours: 2 hours
Moderator: Not applicable
Instructors: Not applicable
AL-DIRASAT AL-ISLAMIYYAH II
Synopsis: This course serves as the foundation for Islamic studies.
Credit hours: 2 hours
Moderator: Not applicable
Instructors: Not applicable
CRITICAL THINKING AND PROBLEM SOLVING
Synopsis: This course is a compulsory course. The knowledge and the techniques of thinking and problem solving that are taught should be of use to any student during and after his/her university education. This course is also designed to address students’ creativity and innovation; one of the core principles of MOE’s soft skills elements.
Credit hour: 2 hours
Moderator: Dr. Farah Laili Binti Muda @ Ismail
Lecturers: Dr. Farah Laili Binti Muda @ Ismail, Dr. Anita Ismail, Puan Syarifah Nurolazan Binti Shaikh Ahmad, Dr. Rosfazila Binti Abd Rahman, Encik Sharbani Bin Harun
FALSAFAH DAN ISU SEMASA
Synopsis: This course explains the principles of Philosophy, National Educational Philosophy, and the National Principles (Rukun Negara) which form the foundation of Malaysia. Additionally, discussions on contemporary issues in Philosophy and Current Issues aim to cultivate students who are more critical in addressing challenges in their lives and to utilize philosophy as a basis for fostering cultural dialogue and promoting unity.
Credit hours: 2 hours
Offered in: Year 1
Instructors: PM Dr. Mohd Azmir Mohd Nizah, PM Dr. Abd Hakim Mohad, Dr. Adibah Sulaiman, Dr. Mashitah Sulaiman, Dr. Latifah Ab Latif, Dr. Ros Aiza Mohd Mokhtar, Dr. Siti Nor Azhani Mohd Tohar, Dr. Khadijah Muda, Dr. Kamal Azmi Ab Rahman, and Ms. Siti Nor Baya Yacob.
INTEGRITI DAN ANTI RASUAH
Synopsis: This course covers the basic concepts of corruption, including integrity values, anti-corruption measures, forms of corrupt practices, misuse of power in daily activities and organizations, and methods for preventing corruption. Case studies related to corruption are also discussed. The teaching and learning methods employ experiential learning through individual and group activities. By the end of the course, students will gain an understanding of integrity practices, the concepts of corruption, anti-corruption efforts, misuse of power, and corruption prevention in society and organizations.
Credit hours: 2 hours
Offered in: Year 1
Instructors: Dr. Khadijah Muda, Dr. Kamal Azmi Ab Rahman, Dr. Mashitah Sulaiman, and Dr. Anita Ismail.
PENGANTAR KITAB TURATH
Synopsis: This course is structured with an integrated approach of Aqli (rational) and Naqli (revealed) knowledge within its curriculum, distinguishing USIM students uniquely from graduates of other higher education institutions (IPT).
Credit hours: 2 hours
Moderator: Mr. Mohammad Aizuddin Abdul Aziz
Instructors: Mr. Mohammad Aizuddin Abdul Aziz, Mr. Ahmad Norsyafwan Norawavi, Ms. Rabiah Abdul Rahman
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Sinopsis: This course aims to expose the concept of entrepreneurship particularly Islamic Entrepreneurship as the basis of inculcating innovative mindset among students across disciplines. By going through the process of entrepreneurship from the business perspective, students are expected to gain experience on how opportunities are brought into the market.
Jam kredit: 2 jam
Moderator: Dr. Suhaida Herni Binti Suffarruddin
Tenaga pengajar: Dr. Suhaida Herni Binti Suffarruddin, Encik Mohammad Noorizzuddin Nooh, Dr. Avylin Roziana Binti Mohd Ariffin, Puan Kasumalinda Binti Alwi, Puan Siti Nurulhuda Binti Nordin, Puan Norasikin Binti Salikin, Encik Mahdhir Bin Abdullah, Puan Intan Fatimah Binti Anwar, Dr. Mohd Shukor Bin Harun, Dr. Mohd Faisol Bin Ibrahim, Prof. Madya Dr. Jamal Abdul Nassir Bin Shaari, Dr. Syahnaz Binti Sulaiman, Dr. Noradilah Binti Abdul Hadi, Dr. Nur Aqilah Hazirah Binti Mohd Anim, Dr. Nur I’ffah Binti Muhammad Nasir, Dr. Nurul Adilah Binti Hasbullah, Dr. Amalina Binti Mursidi, Dr. Wan Nurhanan Binti Wan Suhaimi