- Course Overview
- Modes of study
- Arabic Intensive Full-time
- Arabic Intensive Part-time
- Fees
- Admission process
Learn the Language of the Qur’an in One Year
Ebrahim College has developed a unique curriculum for an Arabic Language programme that aims to enable students to be able to read, write, speak and understand Arabic in one year.
The Arabic Intensive is designed for students motivated to learn Arabic in order to gain access to the Qur’an in its language, access to Islamic texts, future academic study or even for personal enrichment. The course is also perfect for anyone who intends to take a gap year from studies or a career break.
The programme incorporates intensive modules in Arabic Grammar and Literature, along with modules dedicated to the language of the Qur’an & Hadith, as well as spoken and written Arabic. In addition, three modules of Tajweed are included to contribute to the proficiency of one’s pronunciation and phonetics of Arabic letters.
A comprehensive set of modules in Jurisprudence (Fiqh) covering Purification, Prayer, Fasting, Zakah and Hajj are also part of the programme to enrich students further.
The programme is taught in an environment at harmony with the norms of Islamic faith and practice and Arabic is taught as a sacred language.
Students can also expect inspiring lectures delivered by distinguished visiting scholars from around the world.
1 Year – Full Time
Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (On Campus & Online options available)
This is a 1 year programme. The course runs from September until July.
2 Years – Part Time
Sundays 9.45 am till 5:15 pm (On Campus & Online options available)
This is a 2 year programme running from September until July.
These classes cover the bulk of the Arabic subjects. Other classes will be offered as a short course to enable greater flexibility for students as they can choose a class schedule according to their availability and other commitments.
3 Years – Part-Time Modular, (On Campus & Online options available)
Weekend or Weekdays, 9 terms (108 weeks), 3 hours per week
By the end of the course all students will be able to:
- Read general text and understand 50% without a dictionary and most of it with a dictionary.
- Read Qur’anic text and understand 50% of its literal import without a dictionary, and most of it with a dictionary.
- Workout un-vowelled text using ‘I’rab (grammatical analysis) and read the text with 60% accuracy.
- Able to follow the gist of a general dialogue in spoken fusha Arabic.
- Able to compose short essays on general topics.
In addition to the above, most students will be able to:
- Read general and Qur’anic text and understand 70% without a dictionary and all of it with a Qur’anic dictionary.
- Workout un-vowelled text using ‘I’rab (grammatical analysis) and read the text with 80% accuracy.
- Able to follow general dialogue in spoken fusha Arabic and contribute to it.
- Able to compose longer essays with more sophisticated use of language and grammar on general topics.
In addition to the above, some students will be able to:
- Workout un-vowelled text using ‘I’rab (grammatical analysis) and read the text with above 90% accuracy.
- Able to follow general dialogue in spoken fusha Arabic and actively engage in it.
What can I do after I have completed the Arabic Intensive?
Anyone that successfully completes the Arabic Intensive course gets the blessed opportunity to study in the Alimiyyah programme. The Alimiyyah programme is an opportunity to delve deeper into the different Islamic sciences. These subjects include Tafsir, Fiqh, Hadith, Ulum al-Hadith, Usul al-Fiqh, Islamic History and more! The Arabic language is a tool that allows the student to venture into the treasures of the Islamic Sciences that are in Arabic.
Arabic Intensive students studying the Full Time programme will be studying the following subjects:
- Spoken Arabic
- Tajweed
- Sīrah – The Life of the Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ
- Fiqh of Prayer
- Introductory Muslim Theology
Full time Arabic Intensive students may study an additional 2 FREE part time modular courses each term. This excludes Arabic Language modules. Part time courses run every term during weekday evenings or weekends.
Arabic Intensive students enrolled on the Part Time programme will be studying the following subjects:
Year 1
- Nahw (Arabic Syntax)
- Sarf (Morphology)
- Spoken Arabic (Optional)
- Tajweed (Optional)
Year 2
- Arabic Literature & Creative Writing
- Language of the Qur’an
- Language of the Sunnah
- Sīrah – The Life of the Prophet Muḥammad ﷺ (Optional)
- Fiqh of Prayer (Optional)
Part time Arabic Intensive students may study 2 FREE part time modular courses each term, in addition to the two optional modules included in the programme. This excludes Arabic Language modules. These courses run every term during weekday evenings or weekends.
Please note, the optional modules in the part time Arabic Intensive programme cannot be taken on Sundays.
1 Year – Full Time
On Campus: £3,999
Online: £3,499
2 Years – Part Time
On Campus: £3,999
Online: £3,499
3 Years – Part Time
Fees: £175 per module (9 in total), Online & On Campus
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 the College; of removing barriers for students who have the desire, ability, and commitment to study the Islamic Sciences.
Payment options and fees deposit
Students are required to pay a fees deposit of £399 to secure their placement. The remaining balance can be paid in monthly instalments, starting from September until March (Full time, 1 Year Programme) or August (Part time, 2 Years Programme). Students may opt to pay fees up-front to receive a discount.
How to Apply
- We are now accepting applications for the 2026-27 academic year. Places do fill up quickly, so don’t miss out and APPLY NOW!
- The course will start in September 2026.
- After processing your application form, the College will contact you to arrange an interview.
- Following the interview, applicants will be notified of a decision within 10 workings days.
Entry Requirements
- Applicants must be 16 years or over and have achieved or predicted to achieve a minimum of 5 A-Cs or 9-4s in GCSEs, including English. International applicants must have achieved the equivalent qualifications in their respective country.
- It is essential that students have a basic foundation in reading the Qur’an and the ability to write the Arabic alphabet.
- Additionally, applicants must be passionate, enthusiastic, and committed to studying the Arabic language.
- Most importantly applicants must remember that the Programme is designed to be intensive, and it will take up considerable time and require serious dedication.
Admissions Policy
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