History of Islam in England

This course provides a historical analysis of the presence of Islam in England across several centuries. Starting with 8th-century archaeological findings like the Offa Dinar, the program traces diplomatic and trade connections through the Middle Ages and the Tudor era. Learners will study the impact of the British Empire, the stories of early converts in the Victorian period, and the significant demographic changes following the Second World War. The course concludes with an examination of the institutional developments and cultural contributions of Muslim communities in modern Britain.