Kamal Hassan’s vision for holistic education at IIUM

Ali, Mohd Mumtaz and Abdul Razak, Mohd Abbas (2025) Kamal Hassan’s vision for holistic education at IIUM. IslamiCity.

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Abstract

In the 1980s, Malaysian Islamic scholar Mohd Kamal Hassan was commissioned by Malaysia’s Prime Minister to draft a concept paper for establishing the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). Known for his balanced and comprehensive grasp of Islam, Kamal Hassan conceptualized IIUM with a robust philosophical, epistemological, and ideological foundation. His vision framed Islam as a holistic way of life, shaping the university’s mission to promote peace and harmony within the Muslim community and beyond. Deeply involved in IIUM’s development until his passing in 2023, Hassan emphasized the importance of spiritual and moral foundations in education, viewing them as essential alongside academic growth. His collaboration with AbdulHamid AbuSulayman, IIUM’s second rector, further cemented the university’s distinctive position in global Islamic higher education. Hassan’s holistic approach to education and spirituality continues to influence IIUM’s identity and legacy.

Item Type:	Article (Electronic Media)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Kamal Hassan, Vision, Holistic Education, IIUM, Philosophy
Subjects:	B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP188.16 Wasatiyyah. Moderation In Islam B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BP Islam. Bahaism. Theosophy, etc > BP190.5 Islamization of Knowledge BPL Islamic education BPL Islamic education > BPL27 Aims and objectives of education. Sustainable education
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences > Department of Usul al-Din and Comparative Religion
Depositing User:	Dr. Mohd Abbas Abdul Razak
Date Deposited:	16 Jun 2025 08:18
Last Modified:	16 Jun 2025 08:18
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/121526

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