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Advanced Islamic Scholarship

Begin to master the Islamic intellectual tradition.

Stage 3 of the Alimiyyah · Open to brothers

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Duration
2 or 3 years
Days
Mon to Fri
Starts
January
Ages
16+
Learning
On site
Fee
£900 a year

Overview

The final stage of the Alimiyyah Programme is for students seeking in-depth, advanced study of the classical Islamic sciences. Learners study the Qur’an (Tafsīr) and Hadith literature in detail, including the six canonical books of Hadith (Al-Kutub al-Sittah).

The course emphasises comparative law, exploring evidences and arguments across the Madhāhib, preparing students to apply traditional scholarship to contemporary issues with wisdom and insight.

Entry requirements

  • Completion of the Comprehensive Islamic Studies course or equivalent.
  • Commitment to regular study hours.
  • A passion for advanced, in-depth Islamic scholarship.

Subjects

  • Qur’anic exegesis (Tafsīr)
  • Hadith studies, including Al-Kutub al-Sittah
  • Comparative law across the Madhāhib
  • Principles of Hadith (Uṣūl al-Ḥadīth)
  • Principles of Islamic law (Uṣūl al-Fiqh)
  • Islamic creed and theology (‘Aqīdah)
  • Modern challenges
  • Skills and training for leadership, teaching and public engagement

By the end

  • Detailed knowledge of Tafsīr and Hadith studies
  • A strong understanding of evidences and arguments in Islamic law
  • A grounded, scholarly approach to modern challenges
  • Readiness to serve as Imams, teachers and community leaders

Study days

On site
Mon to FriSisters 6:15 pm to 8:45 pm, brothers 6:45 pm to 9:30 pm

Learners must be available for occasional seminars on weekends, arranged with prior notice.

Qualification

A Certificate in Advanced Islamic Scholarship, with the Shahādah al-Alimiyyah (Licence in Islamic Scholarship).

Fees

£900 for the academic year, paid one of three ways.

Annuallyone payment
£900
Termlyfour payments, on the first day of each term
£225
Monthlytwelve payments, on the first Monday of each month
£75

Fees are subject to change.

Ready to begin?

Complete the application form and we’ll be in touch about an interview. Questions? Email alimiyyah@nusratulislam.org.

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Where next

The full programmeAll three stages side by side.Questions and answersFees, class times and who it’s for.AdmissionsEmail or call the Alimiyyah team.