Mastery Level of Qiraat Study at Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'azam Shah International Islamic University (UniSHAMS)

The knowledge of Qiraat is the most important knowledge for those who study and debate the content of the Qur'an and memorize it. The knowledge of Qiraat is given priority because it directly debates matters related to the Holy Quran. With this knowledge, we can experience the miracle of the Quran in terms of letters and good pronunciation by understanding the beautiful Arabic language. Its beauty cannot be matched by any Arab literature until now. According to history, the development of al-Quran knowledge and the entry of Qiraat knowledge into Malaysia happened in the early 70s. The entry of these sciences was brought by the students who returned from Makkah al-Mukarramah. There is no denying that before that the knowledge of Qiraat in Malaysia was known, but only a small number knew it and its development was not extensive. As a result, reciting the Qur'an with multiple recitations will be considered wrong because there is no revelation about the knowledge of recitation. Therefore, the research conducted aims to identify and analyze the level of understanding of the knowledge of recitation among UniSHAMS students. This study will also identify the measures and learning taken by the institution that are appropriate and meet the current needs. In the early stages of establishment, the Islamic Religious Institute of the State of Kedah Darul Aman conducted a twin study program at the University level with Al-Azhar University, Egypt which awarded Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates. Jamia Islam Negeri Kedah Darul Aman established three majors, namely, Sharia Major, Usuluddin Major, and Arabic Language Major. The academic year it was started on January 2, 1996. Arabic is the medium of instruction, while English is a compulsory subject. Kedah Darul Aman State Institute of Islamic Religion uses a term system to match the system run at Al-Azhar University. To maintain the academic quality of Jamia Islam Negeri Kedah Darul Aman, academic personnel are selected from among reputable scientists with a Doctor of Philosophy degree or equivalent. UniSHAMS aims to become an international knowledge center to produce graduates who can master knowledge in the professional and religious fields towards excellence in the world and the afterlife.