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FACT FILE
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.
ASIQS
Mission

“Jack of all
trades, master
of Quran.”
To establish an innovative and continuously improving organisation dedicated
to learn, research and propagate the sciences of Quran.
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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.
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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
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 ourselves.
Values & Culture
“ 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.”
THE CURRICULUM
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 motive (Ethos /Axiom)
The subject matter (Ontology)
The source of knowledge (Epistemology)
THE CURRICULAR APPROACH
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.:
Tafseer
Tadabbur
Tahfiz
Tafakkur
Tafseer is the interpreta-
Tadabbur is to seek for
The meaning of Tahfiz is
There are many verses
tion and explanation of
underlying meaning of the
to
just
that ask us to contemplate
the Quran. The focus is
Quran and to apply it to
exclusive to the traditional
upon the creations of Allah
on the linguistic aspect of
personal experience so
rote rehearsal (repetitive
and the order of His
the Quran in which the
that the message of the
reading)
creations. Contemplating
students will be taught on
Quran could sink into the
memorising the Quran,
is not just an act of wor-
the phonemes (tajweed &
heart. Through Tadabbur,
the
ship but also serve as an
makhraj) that is how the
one could feel the near-
Tahfiz is to conserve the
inspiration for the develop-
letters
ness of Allah.
lessons in the form of
ment and advancement of
correctly pronounced, the
meaning, chronology of
society.
morphemes (Sarf) that is
events,
the grammatical meaning
thoughts and the emotion
of Quranic words, seman-
related to the meaning.
tics (Nahu & Balaghah)
The lessons are not being
which studies the mean-
kept in the short term
ing and implication of par-
memory by rote learning
ticular words and phrases
method, but rather being
and
kept in the long term
which
and
lastly
words
the
syntax
studies
arrangement
of
are
the
conserve.
technique
real
memory
Not
meaning
the
line
through
of
of
of
high
words
order thinking, engaging
and phrases to under-
activities and meaningful
stand the whole verse.
experience.
SUBJECTS OFFERED
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
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 Prophet 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.
Certification and Academic Pathway
ASIQS offers three in house certifications and a few external
certifications.
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
Building, Facilities & Equipment
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 management had no other option but to add another
premise in order to fulfil the waiting list of students who would like to register for the 2015 session.
VILLA ASIQS
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
ASIQS is currently operating in a two
story bungalow at an exclusive and
quiet residential area in Jalan Monsun,
section 8 Shah Alam.
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.
Human Resources
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:
Non-Executive Chairman, Mr Mudassir Bin Abdullah.
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.
Managing Director,
Mr Mohd Ashraf Bin Mohd Nor.
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.
Director & Principal,
Ustaz Idris Husain Al-Hafiz.
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 & Senior Teacher,
Mohd Shamsul Bahari Bin Rosli.
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.
QURANIC THOUGHTS
Mohd Ashraf Mohd Nor (Leader)
QURANIC CIVILISATION
SOCIOLOGY
QURANIC LIVING SKILL
Mohd Rafiq Mohd Raseli (Leader)
Basir Md Piah (Leader)
Mohd Shamsul Bahari Rosli
Khairunnisa Hashim
Zayyan Abdullah
QURANIC PROPAGATION
TECHNOLOGY
INTERVENTION
& SPECIAL
NEEDS
Zaherin Zamri Al Hafiz
Mohammad Ali Habib Ahmad Omar
(Leader)
Rabiatul Adawiyah
Jazman
Sheikh Hani Sabry Abdelaziz Elmeligi
Siti Khadijah Husain
(Leader)
Shareef Akanbi Ashande
Christine Nadu @ Siti Aishah
Baharom
QURANIC RESEARCH SKILLS & MEMORISATION
Idris Husain Al Hafiz (Leader)
Sharifah Rola As Sakkaf
CENTRE
MANAGER
Suhaila
Mohd Ghazali
Contact Information
MOHD ASHRAF
MOHD NOR
IDRIS HUSAIN
Managing Director
Principal
012 2326680
019 3161340
ashraf@asiqs.edu.my
idris@asiqs.edu.my
SUHAILA
MOHD GHAZALI
MOHAMMAD ALI
HABIB AHMAD
OMAR
Centre Manager
Corporate Relation
012 2584318
018 2658483
suhaila@asiqs.edu.my
alihabib@asiqs.edu.my
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