- Course Overview
- Modes of study
- Full-time Programme
- Part-time Programme
- Fees information
- Admission process
A four-year multi-disciplinary programme on Arabic, shari’ah and theology
The Alimiyyah Programme is an undergraduate level programme in Shari’ah (Islamic Law) and Islamic Theology. The programme is an in depth study of subjects such as Tafsir, Hadith, Fiqh and the principles of Tafsir, Hadith and Fiqh. It also includes an advanced study of classical Arabic and courses on history, leadership, politics, and philosophy.
The aim of the Alimiyyah curriculum is to produce Ulama (scholars) and leaders who are competent in the Islamic sciences such as Tafsir and Hadith possessing the professional skills necessary to serve, guide and lead the Muslim community with excellence. In addition to imparting knowledge and skills, the curriculum, and the environment within which it is taught is designed to produce scholars whose scholarship is marked by tradition, intelligence, piety, responsibility, and generosity of spirit, ensuring that we are not simply producing academics and professionals seeking a career but are reproducing the selfless spirit that has always been so characteristic of Islamic scholarship.
This curriculum has already produced graduates of the highest calibre whose work is already benefiting the community in different capacities. It is our firm belief that EC and its academic system and curriculum are the future for Islamic education and the producing of competent Ulama, Imams and leaders of the future.
Full time (4 years)
This is a 4 year programme
Monday to Friday between 9am till 5pm.
The course runs from September until July.
Part time (8 years)
Students may join the full time programme and study specific subjects on a part time basis.
Please note:
- Students must complete the Arabic Intensive programme or equivalent before enrolling.
- For the 2024-25 academic year, we are only accepting applications for those looking to study Alimiyyah levels 1, 2 and 3 with the option of studying Full time and Part time.
- Students wanting to study the Alimiyyah Programme on a part time basis may join either the weekday day time programme or part time Saturday programme and select which modules they wish to study.
Alimiyyah students studying the Full time programme will be studying the following subjects:
Year 1
Year 3
- Core modules
- Advance Fiqh: Track based modules
- Hadith Terminology (Mustalah): Track based modules
- Qur’an: Track based modules
Students wishing to study the Alimiyyah Programme on a part time basis may join the Alimiyyah Full time Programme and select modules of their choice.
Students who wish to join will need to show that they meet the Arabic language prerequisite. Students who have successfully completed the Arabic Intensive will qualify for admission. The part time programme will cover the same subjects as that of the full time.
Year 1 & 2
Year 5 & 6
- Core modules
- Advance Fiqh: Track based modules
- Hadith Terminology (Mustalah): Track based modules
- Qur’an: Track based modules
1 Year – Full time
Online: £3,375
On Campus: £3,875
Scholarship or Financial Support
Ebrahim College is committed to supporting students of knowledge who have achieved academic excellence and/or cannot afford the cost of studying courses at Ebrahim College. The Mus’ab ibn Umair Fund (MIUF) continues a tradition which existed since the establishment of college; of removing barriers for students who have the desire, ability, and commitment to study the Islamic Sciences.
Entry requirements
Applicants must be 16 years or over and must normally have completed the Arabic Intensive Programme at Ebrahim College or have the ability to demonstrate equivalent competency in the Arabic language in order to be considered for the Alimiyyah Programme. International applicants must have achieved the equivalent qualifications in their respective country. Applicants must be able to read, understand and translate the Arabic texts taught in year 1 of the Alimiyyah programme.
How to Apply
- We are now accepting applications for the 2024-25 academic year. Places do fill up quickly, so APPLY NOW! and don’t miss out.
- The course will start in September.
- After processing your application form, the college will contact you to arrange an interview.
- Following the interview, applicants will be informed of an outcome within 10 workings days.
Admissions Policy
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