Brief History

ASIQS was originally a Quranic Science program that was then called

Innovology and was managed by Innovology Solutions back in the year

2010.Started as a monthly science seminar conducted in mosques and suraus

around Klang Valley, ASIQS developed its program into a comprehensive school

curriculum. In 2012, the curriculum was first implemented in a venture with

Dimentika Sdn Bhd, the owner of Sekolah Integrasi As Syakirin. ASIQS was then

named As Syakirin Institute of Quranic Sciences. A year later, ASIQS operates

independently and was wholly owned by its three founding fathers, Mohd Ashraf

Bin Mohd Nor, Ust Idris Husain Al Hafiz and Mohd Shamsul Bahari Rosli. ASIQS

was renamed Ash Shura Institute of Quranic Sciences. Today, ASIQS has

become an upcoming and respected institution that firmly holds on to its original

aspiration; propagating Quranic sciences to children with hands on, fun and

effective methodologies and in a friendly and loving environment.

Vision

Bringing back the Golden Age of Islam.

Mission

To establish an innovative and continuously improving organisation dedicated

to learn, research and propagate the sciences of Quran.

To develop, plan, implement and control a comprehensive Quranic Sciences

curriculum that put Quran as the centre and motivator of all sciences and the

development of just and fair society.

To develop, implement and monitor innovative, engaging and effective

teaching approaches and learning aids that could spark curiosity, facilitate the

thirst for knowledge and enhance higher order thinking.

FACT FILE

“Jack of all

trades, master

of Quran.”

ASIQS

Values & Culture

I. We believe that every child has his own unique potential and talent given by Allah

to play important role in our society. Therefore we ought to recognise whatever

talent he or she has. We will seek and try our best to unleash whatever potential

he or she has without any preference.

II. We work only for Allah and His Messenger and therefore we ought to give our

heart and soul in the way of Allah and His Messenger. In relation to worldly

matters, we take what we need but we give more than what we take.

III. We believe that Hidayah come only from Allah not from us. Therefore, our job is

to do our best in continuing the work of Prophet Muhammad PBUH and to never

give up when our work is in vain or not appreciated.

IV. We believe that things are constantly changing and therefore we ought to always

go out of our comfort zone by learning new things, implementing new approaches

and methodologies, and always seek to analyse the needs of our students and

society from different perspectives.

V. Though we run ASIQS like a business entity, profit is only for us to sustain and

continuously developed. Our top priority will always be our students, not our-

selves.

FACT FILE

“ We believe that every child has his own

unique potential and talent given by Allah to

play important role in our society. We will seek

and try our best to unleash whatever potential

he or she has without any preference.”

Values & Culture

What is Quranic Science?

Quranic Science is an evidence-based study on the meaning of Quran from the verses

of Quran itself, from the sacred words of Prophet PBUH, his Sahabah RA and his

household RA. Through the apprehension of sound reason and application of senses,

the sacred meaning of the Quran will be related to individual’s personal experience, so

that the Words of Allah and His Messenger PBUH shall be learned, practiced and

appreciated whole heartedly.

Learning Quranic Sciences involve obtaining knowledge and practicing skills that are

necessary to understand, think and practice the teachings of Quran, such as linguistic

skills, thinking skills, social and communicative skills, natural science, philosophy,

history, geography, memory and logic.

In order to further understand what Quranic Sciences are, we need to understand the

comparison between the so called modern sciences and the Quranic Sciences.

Quranic Sciences differ in all the three components of the philosophy of Science;

The motive (Ethos /Axiom)

The subject matter (Ontology)

The source of knowledge (Epistemology)

THE CURRICULUM

The source of knowledge (Epistemology)

The motive (Ethos /Axiom)

The subject matter (Ontology)

Al Badr’s 4Ts

Al Badr Curriculum 4Ts is a curriculum that was developed with an intention to establish an

institute dedicated to research, practice and propagate the sciences of Quran. However,

developing a syllabus that will recreate and transform the conventional science into Quranic

Science is a difficult task. Often than not, we tend to adopt the conventional sciences and the

conventional examination alongside the traditional way of learning Islam and Quran.

Our society defined integration of Quran and academic subjects as learning both fields under

one roof without any relation between the two. Our intention on the other hand, is to unify both

fields as one. In other words, instead of having two subjects, Tafseer and Science, we have a

subject call Quranic Thoughts that focuses on understanding various verses in the Quran that

are related to the environment, ecosystem and natural phenomena. It will be done through

analyzing the verse itself, the Hadiith, the empirical induction (through experiments) and logical

deduction (studying the logic and credibility of various scientific theories).

Our curriculum puts Quran at the center and other sciences are studied in order to understand

the verse and to enable students of ponder upon those verses at a higher level.

Therefore, we follow the guidance from exegesis scholars such as Imam As Suyuti in setting a

standard procedure on all the subjects in the curriculum. We include the four components, i.e.:

THE CURRICULAR APPROACH

Tafseer

Tafseer is the interpreta-

tion and explanation of

the Quran. The focus is

on the linguistic aspect of

the Quran in which the

students will be taught on

the phonemes (tajweed &

makhraj) that is how the

letters and words are

correctly pronounced, the

morphemes (Sarf) that is

the grammatical meaning

of Quranic words, seman-

tics (Nahu & Balaghah)

which studies the mean-

ing and implication of par-

ticular words and phrases

and lastly the syntax

which studies the

arrangement of words

and phrases to under-

stand the whole verse.

Tadabbur

Tadabbur is to seek for

underlying meaning of the

Quran and to apply it to

personal experience so

that the message of the

Quran could sink into the

heart. Through Tadabbur,

one could feel the near-

ness of Allah.

Tahfiz

The meaning of Tahfiz is

to conserve. Not just

exclusive to the traditional

rote rehearsal (repetitive

reading) technique of

memorising the Quran,

the real meaning of

Tahfiz is to conserve the

lessons in the form of

meaning, chronology of

events, the line of

thoughts and the emotion

related to the meaning.

The lessons are not being

kept in the short term

memory by rote learning

method, but rather being

kept in the long term

memory through high

order thinking, engaging

activities and meaningful

experience.

Tafakkur

There are many verses

that ask us to contemplate

upon the creations of Allah

and the order of His

creations. Contemplating

is not just an act of wor-

ship but also serve as an

inspiration for the develop-

ment and advancement of

society.

ASIQS curriculum is taught in 6 subjects. Although at different level, different names are

used as it deemed to have a positive psychological impact for both students and their

parents. Regardless the varieties of their names, the six subjects are:

Quranic Thoughts (QT)

Quranic Civilisation & Sociology (QCS)

Quranic Living Skills (QLS)

Quranic Research Skills (QRS)

Quranic Memorisation (QM)

Quranic Communication & Propagation Technology (QCPT)

SUBJECTS OFFERED

SUBJECTS OFFERED

Quranic Thoughts – Seeing the big picture

This subject deals with questions that everybody asks. Who am I? Where did I come from?

How did the world and the universe come into being? What am I doing in this world? Where

do I go from here? What will happen in the future? How does the universe work? Do I play

any role in this universe? These are the questions about life, God, meaning and purpose of

life. There are many verses in the Quran that shed light upon this matter. Quranic Thoughts

focuses on these verses. The subject is intended to set the theoretical framework in

understanding the Quran, the cosmology and Islam. Reasoning skills and system thinking

skills are being polished throughout the syllabus. Among the topics that are taught in the

subject are Tawheed, Astronomy, Geology, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Tasawwur,

Philosophy, Mathematics and environmental science.

SUBJECTS OFFERED

Quranic Civilisation & Sociology

The main objective of the subject is to enhance students’ understanding on the verses of

Quran that are related to the history, geography and sociology of major personalities such

as the Prophets and their ummah, the reason why a certain verse had been sent by Allah,

and to apply socially and ethically related verse in the modern society. This subject also

bring the students to analyse how human civilisation was established, how and why it

crumbled, starting from the time of Adam PBUH until now. At the end, student will learn what

will the society be without the Quran and the Prophets, how do they practiced the Quran and

what impact do they brought by practicing the Quran.

SUBJECTS OFFERED Quranic Living Skills

Once the students acknowledge the greatness of Quran, it’s time to put theory into practice.

Students spend less time listening to lectures but spend more time doing what is being

taught by the Quran. The lessons are conducted through practical experience, project based

learning, case study to let them analyse and solve different problems related to Fiqh,

applying the ‘Rukshah’ (exceptions in Fiqh) and analysing current issues on how to live life

better, such as financial planning, the Fiqh of online trading, time management, etc. The

subject is a combination of Fiqh and Syariah, living skills, leadership and management skills.

It was designed using the constructivism approach, i.e. same basis are taught over and over

again but at a deeper and broader level. For example, in the topic of cleanliness, it starts

with wudhu’, and goes on to cover cleaning body, environment, mind, management of

Jenazah, simple home improvement and at the highest level, it covers waste water

management

SUBJECTS OFFERED Quranic Research Skills (QRS)

QRS focuses on the linguistic aspect and the literature of the Quran. The main objective of

the subject is to equip the students with necessary Arabic language skills, Ulum Al Quran

and Hadith to enable the students to use the Quran as guidance and inspiration for their

future life, i.e. the life after ASIQS. The subject was conducted in three stages. At the

foundation stage, the focus is on the ability to read and write Arabic correctly. The second is

to develop both Quranic vocabulary and grammar to help them understand the Quran at

least at the basic level. Students are systematically train to break the compound words in

the Quran, find the root words and analyse how the grammar in the compound word

changes the meaning of words. The third level focuses on major Exegesis literature such as

Tafseer Ibnu Kathir and Tafseer Al Azhar. During this stage, they are also being

simultaneously exposed to learn the Hadith of Prophet Muhammad PBUH.

SUBJECTS OFFERED

Quranic Memorisation

There are two approaches being used at ASIQS. The first is the normal rote rehearsal

method that is the repetition of Quranic verses to conserve them in the short term memory.

The second method is the elaborative rehearsal method. Using this method, students

understand the meaning, lessons and the story of each verse before they repeat the verses.

Through this method, the text and sound of the verses are kept in the short term memory

whilst the meaning, stories, emotion and lessons are kept in the long term memory and with

the help of Allah will sink into their subconscious mind.

SUBJECTS OFFERED Quranic Communication and Propagation Technology (QCPT)

There are three main components of the subject which covers both English and Malay

language. The first is the development of language skills to understand intellectual literature.

Students are exposed to quality reading materials that enhance their language skill, critical

thinking ability and general knowledge.

The second is the development of language skills for effective and ethical communication.

Students are being trained to apply correct grammar, appropriate style of writing and

speech, good presentation skill, systematic idea organization skills and the Akhlaq of Proph-

et Muhammad PBUH.

The third component is the mastery of technology that enables creative and effective

communication such as Adobe Creative Suite, photography, copywriting, video editing, web

design, social media, mobile computing, animations and programming. All the components

are conducted simultaneously.

ASIQS offers three in house certifications and a few external

certifications.

Certification and Academic Pathway

The three in house certifications are:

Foundation Certificate in Quranic Sciences

(English, Science & Mathematics equivalent to Key Stage 2)

Certificate in Quranic Sciences

(Science and Mathematics equivalent to Key Stage 3, English equivalent to

European English Competency level B1)

Fellowship in Quranic Research & Propagation

(English, Science and Mathematics equivalent to Key Stage 4/ NQV Level 2)

The external certifications are:

Cambridge/Edexel’s IGCSE – Science Stream

Cambridge Nationals Certificate in Creative iMedia*

Cambridge Nationals Certificate in Business Studies*

Co-Curriculum Activities

There are three components of ASIQS co-curricular activities namely:

Islamic Arts

Qasidah & Khat Classes

Monthly Maulid Program

Club & Society

Technopreneur Club

Community Service Club

Maintenance & Home Improvement Club

Sports

Soccer

Nerf

Badminton

Archery

ASIQS is currently operating in a two story bungalow at an exclusive and quiet residential area in

Jalan Monsun, section 8 Shah Alam. The 8468 sqf bungalow has a main hall with the maximum

capacity of 80 pax at a single time, 2 large classrooms with the capacity of 16-20 students each and

3 small classrooms with the capacity of 8-12 students each. The premise also has outdoor dining

hall, comfortable compound, a research studio, a staff room and an office. There are a total of 8

bathrooms in the premise. In the year 2014,

ASIQS had reached its maximum capacity of 80

students at 6 different levels. ASIQS manage-

ment had no other option but to add another

premise in order to fulfil the waiting list of stu-

dents who would like to register for the 2015 ses-

sion.

Though operating in a relatively small school,

ASIQS is well equipped in terms of audio visuals.

All classes are equipped with projectors, PC with

internet connection and sound system. Some

classrooms are also equipped with visualizer,

interactive projector and digital microscope for

effective and impressive presentation. ASIQS has its

own server to facilitate its Learning Management

System and Cloud Database. This will ensure high

speed networking, virtual collaboration and resource sharing. Each student is equipped with tablet

PC and has the access to the school LAN and Wi-Fi.

ASIQS has mobile science laboratory equipment set that is able to conduct almost all biological,

physics and chemical experiments related to IGCSE syllabus. ASIQS currently has 6 powerful optical

microscopes, a telescope and a geoscope to facilitate scientific observations. On top of that, ASIQS

has unique mobile mathematical laboratory equipment that consists of various colourful, interesting,

durable and meaningful manipulative to enhance hands-on mathematical teaching.

ASIQS is currently operating in a two

story bungalow at an exclusive and

quiet residential area in Jalan Monsun,

section 8 Shah Alam.

VILLA ASIQS

Building, Facilities & Equipment

ASIQS workforce is currently powered by 12 full time highly committed and talented teachers, 5 foreign experts and a Centre Manager to ensure the effectiveness of our teachings and operation. ASIQS is managed by the board of directors of Al Badr Curriculum which is comprised of four members:

Human Resources

Mr Mudassir Bin Abdullah is an engineer by training and is serving Celcom

(M) Bhd as the Chairman of ‘Koperasi Celcom. Banking on Mr Mudassir’s

years of technical and corporate experience working with Malaysia’s leading

telecommunication company, he sits on the board to share his corporate

experience and advising the board members on matters relating to corporate

governance and strategic management.

Non-Executive Chairman, Mr Mudassir Bin Abdullah.

Mr Mohd Ashraf is an accountant by training and had the

working experience as an auditor for two chartered

accounting firms, Sia, Singam & Young Partners, and Nordin

Jaafar. Prior to joining ASIQS, he had also served as a

financial accountant for an American-based MNC, Johnson

Controls Inc. Mohd Ashraf is in charge of the ASIQS’

financial management, business development and general

administration.

Managing Director,

Mr Mohd Ashraf Bin Mohd Nor.

Graduated with a degree in Tahfiz wal Qiraat from University

of Al-Azhar, Ustaz Idris Al-Hafiz is the institute’s Principal

and the head of operations. A former Imam of Surau Section

9 Shah Alam and a former Mudir of a Tahfiz center in

Jenjarom, he has a wide teaching and administrative

experience. He is responsible for the overall day to day

running of the school and students’ performance especially

in Quran memorization, understanding and overall wellbeing.

Director & Principal, Ustaz Idris Husain Al-Hafiz.

Mohd Shamsul graduated from UiTM with a B. Eng (Hons)

in Civil Engineering. He is responsible for the students’

academic success and extra co-curricular activities. With

his profound passion for teaching, he became a private

tutor for science subjects and technical drawing. To date,

he has a teaching experience of more than a decade. A

meticulous video editor and an avid musician, he had

initiated and championed almost all ASIQS’ innovative

teaching methods such as learning thorough music and

games. He had also successfully use rich multimedia

content in his teachings. Now, he shared his expertise and

creative talent in training a new generation of ASIQS

teaching team.

Director & Senior Teacher, Mohd Shamsul Bahari Bin Rosli.

Mohd Ashraf Mohd Nor (Leader)

Zayyan Abdullah

QURANIC THOUGHTS

Mohd Rafiq Mohd Raseli (Leader)

Mohd Shamsul Bahari Rosli

QURANIC CIVILISATION

SOCIOLOGY

Basir Md Piah (Leader)

Khairunnisa Hashim

QURANIC LIVING SKILL

Idris Husain Al Hafiz (Leader)

Zaherin Zamri Al Hafiz

Sheikh Hani Sabry Abdelaziz Elmeligi

Shareef Akanbi Ashande

Sharifah Rola As Sakkaf

QURANIC RESEARCH SKILLS & MEMORISATION

Mohammad Ali Habib Ahmad Omar (Leader)

Siti Khadijah Husain

Christine Nadu @ Siti Aishah Baharom

QURANIC PROPAGATION

TECHNOLOGY

Rabiatul Adawiyah Jazman

(Leader)

INTERVENTION & SPECIAL

NEEDS

Suhaila

Mohd Ghazali

CENTRE MANAGER

Contact Information

Managing Director

012 2326680

ashraf@asiqs.edu.my

MOHD ASHRAF MOHD NOR

Principal

019 3161340

idris@asiqs.edu.my

IDRIS HUSAIN

Centre Manager

012 2584318

suhaila@asiqs.edu.my

SUHAILA

MOHD GHAZALI

Corporate Relation

018 2658483

alihabib@asiqs.edu.my

MOHAMMAD ALI HABIB AHMAD

OMAR

Company Information

ASH SHURA INSTITUTE OF QURANIC SCIENCES

( wholly owned by Al-Badr Curriculum Sdn. Bhd. )

Villa Asiqs No.9, Jalan Monsun 8/6, Seksyen 8, 40000 Shah Alam Selangor

Tel : +603-55238962

Email : info@asiqs.edu.my

Website : www.asiqs.edu.my