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Foundation Level
CERTIFICATE IN CLASSICAL ARABIC
AND ISLAMIC SCIENCES - (1 YEAR)
Course Information
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AL-SALAM INSTITUTE
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ISLAMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME
Our mission is to deliver the teachings of Islam through classical texts with a profound awareness
of the modern era. Our vision is to produce a new generation of leading thinkers and Islamic
scholars who are characterised by their sound knowledge of the authentic sources, independence
of mind in their application, and embodiment of religious virtue.
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Since starting with Al-Salam Institute Ive not once had to waste time on
pointless debates about sectarianism etc. From the staff, to the teachers, to the
students, to the venue I really enjoy my time studying at ASI.
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ISLAMIC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME
Foundation Level
CERTIFICATE IN CLASSICAL ARABIC
AND ISLAMIC SCIENCES
The year-long course forms the first level of ASIs six-year Alimiyyah
Programme and can also be taken as an independent programme of study.
It is the most popular course at Al-Salam Institute, being the gateway and
most comprehensive course for students of knowledge who are keen to
cement their understanding of the fundamentals of the religion.
Modules*
Typical offers require: A Level ABB, IB Diploma 34 and 655 at Higher Level;
For further information:
T: +44 (0)20 8090 1623
Basic ability to read the Arabic script
E: info@alsalam.ac.uk
*Module availability is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit www.alsalam.ac.uk/directory
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FOUNDATION LEVEL
MODULE 1
Arabic Language
Introduction to Arabic
Grammar
Overview Learning Outcomes
Primary Text
Various
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FOUNDATION LEVEL
MODULE 2
Hadith Studies
Introduction to Hadith
and Chains of Narration
Overview About the Author
Course Code: HAD5001/S
The module has been developed Abu Zakariyya Yahya ibn Sharaf al- Duration: 1 week
to introduce students to hadith Nawawi better known simply as 2016 entry: Open
studies and to derive points Imam Nawawi was a prominent
of benefit from the prophetic Shafii scholar and prolific author of
traditions. The style and method the 7th Century A.H. / 13th Century The Six Primary Hadith
of teaching will be to encourage C.E. Born just outside of Damascus Compilations
students to understand the essence in the small town of Nawa, he
of the teachings of the Prophet was revered during his lifetime Course Code: HAD5002/S
(saw), rather than to discuss any for his piety and commitment to Duration: 1 week
legal injunctions stemming from Islamic knowledge and granted the 2016 entry: Open
them (which will, undoubtedly, epithet of Muhiyyadin (Reviver of
be touched upon at times). As the Religion). He authored many
such, this module simultaneously influential books, including one
encompasses an important of the greatest commentaries of
element to the programme, which Sahih Muslim and the well-known
is the tarbiyyah and personal Al-Arbaun al-Nawawi (40 Hadith of
development of the student. Imam Nawawi).
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MODULE 3
Islamic Law
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MODULE 4
Quranic Studies
In this module, various Chapters (surahs) of the Quran will be studied with Course Code: QUR5001/S
theological, legal, and spiritual emphases. Classical and contemporary Duration: 1 year
interpretations of the Quran in the Muslim world will also be discussed and 2016 entry: Open
critically analysed. The concept of thematic and structural coherence in the
Quran will be highlighted; a concept that was developed by the great Indian
scholar Mawlana Hamid al-Din Farahi (d.1930).
Primary Text
The Quran
Learning Outcomes
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MODULE 5 Principles of
Islamic Jurisprudence
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Principles of MODULE 6
Prophetic Traditions
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MODULE 7 Principles of
Quranic Exegesis
Principles of Quranic Unit 1: Principles of Quranic Exegesis
Exegesis Seminar: Introduction to Quranic Exegesis and Interpretation
Course Code: QQ5004 Tutorial: Principles of Quranic Exegesis
Duration: 10 weeks
Credits: 10
2016 entry: Open
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FOUNDATION LEVEL
MODULE 8
Skills and Training
Unit 1: Rules of Quran Recitation
Unit 2: Art of Quran Recitation Rules of Quran Recitation
Seminar 1: Etiquettes of a Student
Course Code: TRA5000
Seminar 2: Academic Writing and Research Methodology
Duration: 10 weeks
2016 entry: Open
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How to Apply
Step 1: Choose your course. Visit www.alsalam.ac.uk/
Step 2: Check the entry requirements
Step 3: Complete the online application form before the deadline
Step 4: Settle the tuition fees
Step 5: Welcome to ASI
Term Dates
2016-2017 ACADEMIC YEAR:
Autumn term Sun 9th Oct 2016 Sun 11th Dec 2016
Winter term Sun 8th Jan 2017 Sun 12th Mar 2017
Spring term Sun 16th Apr 2017 Sun 18th Jun 2017
Tuition Fees
The tuition fees for the academic year 2016 2017 are:
Single
5-month Plan 12-month Plan
Payment
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MODULE SUMMARY
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