CV

Yasir Farooq

Ph.D. in Sciences of Ḥadīth in Indian Subcontinent

Lecturer, Department of Islamic Studies, Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan, (Punjab), Pakistan.

Address (Ofc.): Department of Islamic Studies, Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan (32200).

Nationality: Pakistan

Email: yfarooq@gudgk.edu.pk ; yasirfarooq797@gmail.com

Portfolio

  • Designing and updating Undergraduate and Post-Graduate Curriculums.
  • Development and Review of Academic regulations and policies.
  • Development of Semester regulations of the University and affiliated colleges.
  • Editing of Research Journals via OJS
  • Indexation of the Research Journals with different digital networks & Data Sources.
  • Translation from Arabic to English /Urdu and Vice Versa.
  • Organization of Research Conferences and Seminars.
  • Future Academic projects and plans.
  • Coordination with teaching departments for faculty hiring.
  • Scheduling of Academic Courses and Events.

Scholastic Profile

Ph.D.(Islamic Studies) from the University of the Punjab, Lahore.

M.Phil.(Islamic Studies)from the University of the Punjab, Lahore.

MASTERS (Islamic Studies & Arabic) from Wafaq-ul-Madaris al-Salafiyah, Faislabad.

Professional Qualification

Diploma in IT OFFICE-Arabic Teaching Training Course-

Professional Experience

Lecturer | Department of Islamic Studies, Ghazi University, D. G. Khan.

Lecturer | at GMDC and GPC @ HED, Govt. of Punjab.

Lecturer | DIS, Riphah International University, Faisalabad Campus.

Additional Charge(s)

I worked as an Assistant Registrar (Registration) at Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan.

Teaching Experience Levels

Different programs of Islamic Studies i.e. Ph.D., M.Phil. M.A., BS.

Areas of Expertise

  • History, Principles & Science of the Holy Quran.
  • History, Principles & Sciences of Hadith in the Indian Subcontinent.
  • Sirah Studies/Biography of Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
  • Principles & Science of Islamic Jurisprudence.
  • Socio-religious Spheres of Muslim Women & Society.
  • Studies of Islamic School of Thought(s) in Subcontinent.

Administrative Experience & Memberships

  • In-charge and Coordinator of Ph.D. Islamic Studies Program
  • Member Masjid Committee
  • Departmental Focal Person of Research and Development Cell & Post-graduate Studies
  • Member Departmental Research Committee
  • Departmental Focal Person to ORIC, QEC & IT Directorates
  • Member Discipline Committee
  • Member Examination Committee
  • Coordinator M.Phil. Islamic Studies
  • Member Board of Studies
  • Member Research Committee
  • Member Advisory Board

Honours & Distinctions

  • 1st Position with Presidential Award on Book of Muhammad (PBUH): The Emancipator of Humanity in English Category for the Year 2022 by Ministry of Religious Affairs, Government of Pakistan with cash prize.
  • Received Excellence Award for Best Academic & Research Coordinator, by Vice-Chancellor Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan.
  • HEC Approved Supervisor vide Notification No: HEC/HRD/ASA/2021/90749.
  • 1st position in Essay writing Competition on Punjab Level, Seerat competition 2016, held at Sheikh Zayed Islamic Center, University of the Punjab, Lahore, entitled: “Status of Muslims Relations with Non-Muslims in Present Era, in the light of Sirah al-Nabi”

Editorial & Reviewer Expertise

  • Executive & Managing Editor Research Journal AL-Āfāq Islamic Research Journal
  • Founding/Editor Semiannual Journal of Religious and Social Studies-JRSS
  • Associate Editor Semiannual Research Journal “ĪQĀN”
  • Member Reviewer’s Board/Experts of Biannual Journal Jihāt-ul-Islām [ISSN: 1998-4472]
  • Member Reviewer’s Board/Experts of Biannual Journal Hazara Islamicus [ISSN: 2305-3283]
  • Member Reviewer’s Board/Experts of Biannual Rushd Journal [ISSN: 2414-3138]

Books

Published 04 Research & Reference Books, 06 Syllabus Books, 06 General Books.

Popular Essays

Published 12 Articles in Public Magazines

Research Papers (Published in HEC Rec. Journals)

Published 37 Research Articles HEC Recognized Journals

Participation

Participated & presented Research 16 International & National Conferences & Seminars

Professional Training & Workshops

Attended 11 National Professional Trainings & Workshops

Research Supervised

Supervised 02 Ph.D. & 45 M.Phil. Islamic Studies Theses at Riphah International University & Ghazi University.

Countries Visited

Germany, Switzerland and France

Languages

Arabic, English, Urdu

Personal Interests

  1. Teaching & Writing
  2. Attending Educational Seminars, Training & Conferences
  3. Visiting Natural & Historical Places.

[Last updated: August 01, 2024]