معرفی
Thamer Mahfoudhi is a Scientific Assistant at the Professorship for Islamic Law within the Center for Islamic Theology at the University of Tübingen, Germany, a position he has held since 2023. He previously served as an Assistant for Arabic Language, Literature, and Civilization at the Higher Institute for Applied Studies in the Humanities, University of Jendouba, Tunisia (2020–2023), and has undertaken academic stays in Germany, Malaysia, and Saudi Arabia.
Educational Background:
- Master's Degree in Islamic Theology, Ez-zitouna University, Tunisia (2017–2020)
- Master's Program in Arabic Linguistics and Grammar, Manouba University, Tunisia (2015–2017)
- Postgraduate Studies in Arabic Language, Literature and Civilization, Manouba University, Tunisia (2014–2015)
- Preparatory Cycle in Literature and Humanities, University of Tunis, Tunisia (2012–2014)
His research centers on Islamic law, particularly minority jurisprudence (fiqh al-aqalliyat), Arabic linguistics, Islamic preaching, and intercultural education. He has a strong interest in the pedagogy of Arabic for Islamic sciences and the study of classical Islamic manuscripts. His academic work bridges theological scholarship with contemporary educational and sociocultural challenges in Muslim minority contexts.
The available publication reflects his interest in comparative and intercultural education, analyzing how Italian and Tunisian school systems approach cultural otherness. This indicates a broader engagement with educational theory and cross-cultural dialogue.
Scientific Awards:
- No scientific awards listed.
Thamer Mahfoudhi has actively contributed to academic discourse through conference presentations on Islamic law, preaching, and language instruction. He has participated in pedagogical training initiatives, including programs by UNICEF and DAAD, focusing on inclusive education, academic writing, and research development. While no formal advising or grant information is provided, his role as a scientific assistant suggests involvement in research projects and academic support within his professorship. He has also engaged in training related to digital manuscript libraries and research evolution planning.
Labs, Teams, and Affiliations:
He is affiliated with the Professorship for Islamic Law at the Center for Islamic Theology, University of Tübingen. He has collaborated with institutions including the Berliner Institut für Islamische Theologie (Humboldt-Universität), Goethe-Universität Frankfurt, and Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM). His work is embedded in international academic networks focused on Islamic theology, Arabic studies, and intercultural education.
