2 YEAR DIPLOMA IN
ISLAMIC STUDIES
PROGRAMME
WEEKDAY BATCHES
SISTERS ONLY
2-year Diploma Programme, exclusively designed for Professionals,
University Students, Graduates, Academics, and Intellectuals to
provide a solid foundation in Islamic Studies.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
Islamic Studies Programme is designed specifically have an excellent opportunity to gain essential and
and exclusively for professionals, university vital knowledge having graduated with a basic level
students, graduates, those in professional academic shahādah (certification) in several Islamic disciplines
roles and anyone interested in understanding the and classical texts from qualified traditional and
fundamental rulings of Islam that every Muslim is renowned Muslim scholars and academics. They
obliged to follow. The purpose is to bridge the current will also have the opportunity to be fast-tracked
gap that exists between traditional Muslim scholars to our Al Balāgh Online Ālimiyyah Programme on
and contemporary academics and professionals, as successful completion if they wish to further their
well as the gap that exists between classical Islamic studies and gain ijāza (authorisation).
sciences and contemporary academic studies and
scientific research.
This programme is completely online and is part- LECTURERS:
time, divided into four academic levels covering Our esteemed lecturers, drawn from reputable darul
15 essential traditional Islamic sciences from ulooms in the UK, USA, India, and Pakistan, are highly
beginning to intermediate level. The course is recognized in their fields. With both traditional and
modern qualifications from renowned institutions,
unique in the sense that it will incorporate relevant
they bring extensive knowledge and expertise. Their
contemporary Islamic literature coupled with mission is to inspire and guide dedicated students to
relevant contemporary academic social, historical excel in their Islamic scholarship and achieve their
philosophical and scientific studies. The course personal goals.
will be delivered using a personal developmental,
unique skills-focused approach which will be guided
through one-to-one mentorship.
This is a basic level course that will train academics, STUDENTS:
professionals and passionate learners to achieve a Our students, hailing from 24 countries, are our
good and needed grasp and understanding of the greatest asset. They come from diverse professional
dynamic nature of the Islamic sciences, with their backgrounds—including doctors, lawyers, scientists,
associated theological and jurisprudential roots, and engineers—and enrich our global community
with their varied perspectives. With participants
in handling issues related to modern sciences. The
from the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and beyond, the
course will provide general opinions from all sunnī
programme fosters a vibrant environment of cross-
schools of thought.
cultural interaction and collaboration.
This is an excellent opportunity for interested
individuals to understand the synergy of the Islamic
tradition with modern sciences. Graduates will
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OUR LECTURERS
Shaykh Dr Rafaqat Rashid Mufti Muhammad Ibn Adam
Traditional Shari’ah Scholar, Graduated from Alimiyyah (Darul Uloom Bury);
JKN Institute, Bradford Ifta (Darul Uloom Karachi)
Masters in Islamic Bioethics & Medical Law, Founder and Chief-Mufti, Darul Ifta;
(University of Manchester) Teacher of Various Traditional Islamic Sciences
Academic Director, Al Balagh Academy United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Shaykh Mustaqeem Shah
Mufti Syed Abrar Qasmi Dars-e-Nizami (Alimiyyah), Dar ul Uloom Karachi
Alimiyyah and Ifta, Darul Uloom Deoband, India LL.B (Shariah & Law), International Islamic
LLM in Islamic Finance and Business Law, BPP University Islamabad; PGD (International Business
University, London Law), University of Hull; CELTA, Diploma in
Founder & Director, Al Balagh Academy, Chaplaincy, NLP, MIHE
United Kingdom Imam, Sutton Coldfield Mosque
United Kingdom
Dr Shaykh Haroon Sidat
BA Islamic Sciences and Arabic Language and Dr Shoaib Ahmed Malik
Literature (Institute of Knowledge and Guidance) PhD in Theology (St Mary’s University,
PhD Islamic Studies, Cardiff University Twickenham), Multiple Ijazah in Aqeedah Studies
BA Economics and Social Studies, Accounting and PhD in Chemical Engineering and PGCE
Finance, The University of Manchester (University of Nottingham), MSc in Science and
Member, Board Of Trustees, Cambridge Muslim Religion (University of Edinburgh),
College; Research Associate at the Centre for the Academic Researcher, Lecturer of Science &
Study, Cardiff University Religion at the School of Divinity, University of
United Kingdom Edinburgh, Scotland
United Kingdom
Shaykh Abdur Rahman Cader
Aalimiyyah, Jaameah Mahmoodiyya
Shaykh Huzaifah Ali Nadwi
Ifta in Hadith Studies, Darul Uloom
PGCE in Arabic & Religious Studies, Two Oceans
Nadwatul Ulama
Graduate Institute
MA Islam in Britain, Cardiff University
Teacher, Auckland Park Academy of Excellence
MA Islamic Studies, SOAS University of London
South Africa
Research Assistant at Cardiff University, Teacher
United Kingdom
Mufti Javed Iqbal
Alimiyyah, Darul Uloom Al Arabiya al
Islamiya, Bury Shaykh Aseemullah Khan
Lecturer, Translation Expert and Editor, Dars e Nizami (Alimiyyah), Al Kawthar Academy
Wordsmiths Masters in Information Technology
United Kingdom Teacher, Al Kawthar Academy
United Kingdom
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Shaykh Zuber Dasu Shaykh Khalid Shah
Dars e Nizami (Alimiyyah), Imam Zakariya Ifta Studies, Al Balagh Academy
Academy; Ifta Studies, Al Balagh Academy Bachelor of Information Systems and
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering, Management, Monash University
University of Westminster Imam at UMMA Centre, Teacher at Kashiful Uloom
United Kingdom (Melbourne)
Australia
Shaykh Jamal Khalid
Alimiyyah, Darul U’loom Zakariyya Shaykh Shakeel Ahmed
BA Liberal Arts and Sciences, Alimiyyah, Jamia Khathumun Nabiyeen
Loyola University Chicago MSc Computing, University of Bradford
Senior IT Consultant, Capgemini Director of Future Technologies
United States United Arab Emirates
Ustadah Hafsa Zadran Ustadah Zarmina Kundi
Alimiyyah, Abu Bakr Trust Walsall Ifta Studies, Al Balagh Academy
Masters in Islamic Education, Master in Business Administration, IQRA
University of Warwick University,
Lecturer, Al Balagh Academy Lecturer, Al Balagh Academy,
United Kingdom Pakistan
Ustadah Ayesha Khizer Ustadah Mehmuda Mulla
Ifta Studies, Al Balagh Academy Ifta Studies, Al Balagh Academy
LLB (Hons), Bradford College Diploma in Travel Studies, Leicester College,
Jkn Institute, Madrasah Baitul Ilm Lecturer, Al Balagh Academy,
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Ustadah Jeseena Parveen K Ustadah Nassuha Ebrahim Bai
Takhassus in Hadith Studies, Mufti Ismail Musa, Ifta Studies, Siddeeqa Institute
South Africa Senior Fiqh Teacher, Siddeeqa Institute
MA in Islamic Law, Institute of Knowledge India
Lecturer, Al Balagh Academy
United States Ustadah Kulsoom Shayaan
Aalamiyah Program, Madarsa Aisha Siddeeqa Lil
Ustadah Mahjebin Iqbal Banaat
Alimiyyah, Darul Uloom Al-Madania Teacher, Siddeeqa Institute
Teacher, Al-Ilm Institute of Higher Islamic Pakistan
Education
United States Ustadah Noor ul Huda
Alimmiyah, Maryam Institute
Ustadah Amira Patel BSc in Mathematics and Physics, University of
Alimiyyah, Ma’hadus Shuhada, Punjab
BA (Hons), Edge Hill University Lecturer, Al Balagh Academy
Early Years Practitioner, Little Sparkles Nursery Pakistan
Preston
United Kingdom
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Ustadah Ayesha Kasu Ustadah Dr Umtulkhair Sajjad
Aalimiyah, Masjid Abu Bakr trust Pursuing Alimiyyah, Al Balagh Academy,
Teacher, Zaytoon Academy, MBBS MRCGP, Royal College of GP
United Kingdom Doctor, NHS
United Kingdom
Ustadah Nabila Amatullah
Alimiyyah, Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria
BA Islamic Jurisprudence
Ustadah Aalia Vayani
Alimiyyah, Jameah Leicester,
Teacher, Small Heath Leadership Academy
Level 3 AET & Graphic Designer,
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Ustadah Yasmeen Fatima
Alimiyyah, Jamia Ayisha Siddiqua lil Banat
Diploma In Architectural Engineering
Islamic Instructor, Helpline Hyderabad Educational
and Charitable Trust
India
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Programme Overview
The unique Online Islamic Studies Programme has been
developed to address the important need to merge
knowledge of the traditional Islamic sciences, which offers
a centuries-old rich intellectual tradition, with current
modern-day sciences. Universities can offer valuable,
diverse academic approaches to some of these disciplines
about Islam. However, they cannot replace an essential
centuries-old tradition where knowledge is parted, coupled
with spiritual and personal development. This spiritual
development is one that transcends the study of books and
seeks to connect with the Creator to produce an Islamic
epistemological approach which is quite different to the
approach found in western institutes of learning. To be
part of this spiritual chain of knowledge, one that extends
from one’s teachers all the way to our noble Prophet ﷺ
is something that only a select few have the opportunity
to experience. A humbling experience through a process
requiring them to sit at the feet of traditional scholars of
knowledge, gaining the wisdom of classical texts through
an approach that has been passed down successive
generations.
Passing on the treasure of
Traditional Islamic Sciences from
our forefathers
The traditional Islamic sciences is a massive contribution
of eminent scholars of the past that will guide us to the
various contemporary developments relevant today and
needs to be passed on to all the generations to come.
These scholars had written thousands of books in the
era when printing was not invented/accessible. To
preserve this treasure that has been passed on to us by
our forefathers, we should educate ourselves on it and
pass it on to the next generations. Al balagh intends to
pick the pearls of the Islamic sciences and encapsulate it
into a fast-paced, simple and comprehensive programme
for the utmost convenience of the students. To be part
of this spiritual chain of knowledge, one that extends
from one’s teachers all the way to our noble Prophet
ﷺis something that only a few get the opportunity to
experience. A humbling experience through a process of
gaining wisdom of classical texts through an approach
that has been passed down successive generations.
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Addressing The
Contemporary Issues
To address contemporary issues in Islam, we must return
to the sources of our classical theology, substantive law,
jurisprudence, and ethics, extracting the nuances and
essential Shari principles that guide us in responding to
technical questions. In today’s postmodern world, we face
new challenges and ideologies that may confuse laypeople
in understanding the appropriate approaches to tackle
these issues. We provide essential learning experiences
and skills necessary to address contemporary matters,
building a foundational expertise in theology, ilm al-
kalām, tafsīr, ḥ�adīth, fiqh, and tārīkh. The vertical growth
of these disciplines has diversified beyond classical texts,
intersecting with philosophy, epistemology, metaphysics,
anthropology, politics, and other humanities and social
sciences. Meeting these prevalent challenges requires
Muslims with academic backgrounds and knowledge of
general sciences to deliver informed Islamic responses
through a multidisciplinary approach. We aim to empower
you with the knowledge and means to give you assurance
and pride in your faith.
Learn Under the Guidance of the
Heirs of the Prophet g
The most important aspect of the entire programme is
ensuring that the beneficial traditional element of madrasa
learning is maintained as much as possible. While seeking
Islamic knowledge is necessary, knowing the reliability of
the scholars on this journey is equally essential. Studying
authentic Islamic knowledge under well-qualified and
experienced Shari’ah scholars is crucial in this era of
ignorance and innovations. We ensure that all our scholars
are well-trained and have undergone robust teaching under
the tutelage of their teachers through a successive chain of
traditional learning extending to the Prophet ﷺ. This unique
approach fosters a vital relationship between students
and their scholars, essential for academic, spiritual, and
personal development. Our traditional approach will be
woven throughout the syllabus content and delivery style,
providing students with a virtual madrasa experience. This
is an exciting opportunity for students to connect with a
lineage of traditional ulama. Upon successful completion of
this programme, students will receive formal certification,
equipping them to confidently contribute to their areas of
expertise and respond to contemporary challenges.
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Programme
Aims & Objectives
The Key Objectives of this Program are:
1. Foundational Understanding of Classical
Islamic Text:
• Develop a foundational understanding of classical
Islamic literature.
• Focus on key disciplines relevant to modern sciences.
• Analyze themes in classical Islamic theology, fiqh, uṣūl
al-fiqh, tafsīr, hadīth, and kalām literature.
2. Foundational Knowledge in Contemporary
Sciences and Islamic Literature:
• Foster a basic understanding of modern sciences and
their integration with Islamic ethics.
• Critically analyze contemporary tafsīr, kalām, fiqh, and
usūl al-fiqh literature.
3. Research, Analytical Skills, and Application
of Islamic Tradition:
• Develop advanced research and critical analysis skills.
• Achieve high standards in contemporary academic
literature writing.
• Explore the impact of Islamic tradition on
conventional and contemporary issues.
4. Personal, Professional, Spiritual, and
Academic Skills Development:
• Cultivate essential skills for Muslim scholars.
• Enhance skills through Al Balagh’s skills-based courses
focusing on self-reflection, emotional literacy, and
effective communication.
5. Future Leadership in the Islamic Tradition:
• Nurture a new generation of Muslim scholars
proficient in various disciplines.
• Equip scholars to address post-modern world issues
through a multidisciplinary approach.
• Contribute to the revival of the spirit of Islam in
academia and allied industries.
6. Networking, Career Guidance, and
Internship:
• Provide networking opportunities with internationally
recognized Muslim scholars and experts.
• Offer professional and spiritual guidance.
• Facilitate practical experiences through internships
and networking.
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FLEXIBILITY
FLEXIBLE MEDIUM OF LEARNING:
Al Balagh online teaching platform enables
pursuing almost every class easily and helps
complete your sacred journey of Islamic learning
without compromise.
Learn on the go with
24/7 ACCESS TO VIDEO RECORDINGS: Darul Uloom Albalagh mobile app
Al Balagh online teaching platform enables
pursuing almost every class easily and helps
complete your sacred journey of Islamic learning
without compromise.
MOBILE APP:
Students will get access to a dedicated ‘myDua”
mobile app to review the course content, find class
and group links, get the latest course updates, and
complete the coursework from anywhere and at
any time.
EXEMPTION:
Students with advanced knowledge or experience
in the related subjects can apply for exemption for
certain modules and select the next level modules
of that subject.
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ISLAMIC STUDIES PROGRAMME SYLLABUS
4 SEMESTER I 4 TO 5 HOURS WEEKLY TIME COMMITMENT EACH SEMESTER
Aqeedah Studies: Fiqh & Contemporary
• Fundamental of Islamic Creed Fiqh Studies:
• Introduction to Islamic Theology & • Al Fiqh ul Muyassar (al-Ibadaat 1)
Philosophy • Al Fiqh ul Muyassar (al-Ibadaat 2)
Core Texts: Sal-ʿAqīdah al-Ṭ�aḥ�āwiyah, Course Notes
• Fiqh Studies - Level 1
Qur’ānic Studies: • Contemporary Fiqh & Fatawa - Level 1
Core Texts: Al Fiqh Al Muyassar By: by Shaykh Shafiq al-
• Qur’ān Translation & Tafsir - Essentials 1 Rahman al-Nadwi
• Qur’ān Translation & Tafsir - Essentials 2
• Qur’ānic Studies - Level 1 Tazkiyah Studies:
Core Texts: Introduction to Quranic Sciences – Taqi Usmani, • Tazkiyah Practical - Level 1
Maʿrif al-Qur’ān (English)
• Tazkiyah Practical - Level 2
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� adīth Studies:
Sīrah & Islamic History:
• Sharh al Arbaeen
• Al Sīrah al-Nabawiyyah - Level 1
• Al-Adab Al-Mufrad
• Hadith Studies - Level 1 Tajwīd & Hifdh:
Core Texts: Al-Arbaʿīn al- Nawawī (Imām al- Nawawī), Al-Adab
al-Mufrad (Bukhari) • Introductory Tajwid & Hifz - Part 1
• Introductory Tajwid & Hifz - Part 2
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REGISTRATIONS ARE
OPEN FOR
Course Starting Date:
17th Feb 2025 FEBRUARY 2025
SISTERS
ONLY
BATCH 1
Monday and Wednesday
FEE DETAILS
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (London)
6:00 AM – 8:00 AM (New York) Semester Fee:
Pay in Full:
£199.99 £149.99
BATCH 2 Pay in 6 Installments:
Monday and Wednesday £29.99
Per Month
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (London)
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM (New York)
Scholarships available for
Eligible Students
BATCH 3
Wednesday & Thursday
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (London)
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (New York)
Contact Us:
00 44 7946 835804
Disclaimer: Timings are subject 00 44 7946 835804
to change. Keep a check on
[email protected] website for updated timings for
the upcoming intake. www.albalaghacademy.org
Visit the course page
www.albalaghacademy.org/islamicstudies/
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