Designed to cover the fundamental sciences required to attain a deep understanding of the Quran and Hadith, the Aalimiyyah class follows a traditional teaching method. Rich in its content, with various kitabs both in English and Arabic, the course gives students the chance to attain a deep understanding of Fiqh, the principles behind Islamic legislation, Ahaadeeth and the Holy Quran. This course is for those students who will be dedicated to learning, have respect for the kitabs and the teachers, and are willing to commit to seven years of study. Though the workload in the class is intense, an accomplished student will be able to succeed by being attentive during class and following the advice given to them by their teachers.

The course consists of seven years, with emphasis given to learning Arabic syntax (Nahw) and Morphology (Sarf) in particular in the first two years. Taught in the English medium by ulamah who have graduated from various darul ulooms (including Bury, Dewsbury, Blackburn and India), the course is intensive in its content, and requires motivation and a keen zeal for knowledge.

Running on weekdays between 5.45 and 8.45, the Aalimiyyah course allows students over the age of 14 to undertake Islamic studies along with their secular education. This is a unique opportunity for those who wish to combine further Islamic studies along with their daily jobs or other commitments.

The course itself comprises seven years. The kitabs studied are mainly in Arabic, with explanation given in English.

In the first year, students build up their knowledge of Arabic grammar by studying the following books:
· Taudheeh un Nahw (English)
· Imdad us Sarf Part 1 (English)
· Behishti Zewar
· Qasas un Nabiyyeen (Arabic)
· Duroos ul Lughah (Arabic
· Tajweed

The second year is a more detailed study of Arabic grammar with emphasis placed on reading Arabic texts correctly. Students also begin to memorise Ahaadeeth compiled in the kitab Zaad u Taalibeen by Hadhrat Moulana Ashiq Elah Bulandshehri. Fiqh is also taught in detail. The kitabs studied include:
· Hidayat un Nahw (Arabic)
· Qasas un Nabiyyeen (3&4)
· Provisions for the Seekers (Hadith)
· Fiqh ul Muyassar
· Noor ul Idhaah
· Duroos ul Lughah (3)

After completing the first two years, students should have developed the ability to read Arabic correctly, and begin to understand the texts. Arabic grammar is not studied after the first two years, with emphasis given on studying Ahaadeeth, the principles of Ahaadeeth, and learning the translation of the Quran with tafsir. In years three, four and five, students study the translation of the Quran with tafsir. They also study Hidayah, the in depth kitab regarding the principles of Fiqh, Riyadh us Saaliheen and various other kitabs to develop knowledge of the sciences of Fiqh, Ahaadeeth and tafseer. The major books of Ahaadeeth, including the Sihah Sitta (six major books) are studied in years six and seven.

This Aalimiyyah course is a brilliant opportunity for individuals to begin to gain an understanding behind the sciences of Quran, Hadith and Fiqh.

Additional notes
Fees:
The £52 mentioned above is the enrolment fee which is only paid once at the beginning of the 7 years. Thereafter the fees for each year are £600 which need to be paid in 2 instalments.
You will need to pay £300 on the induction day 27/08/12 and another £300 on 05/11/12
For the smooth running of IZA and to save valuable time and resources, ALL fees must be paid on time, brothers who fail to observe this will incur a £10 late payment fee (being absent on the days of collection will not be regarded as a valid excuse).
All fees are non-refundable except for the enrolment fee which you will get back if you do not pass the interview

Timing:
Class timing is generally 17:45 – 20:45, however year 1 timings are slightly different:
Mon-Tue: 17:00-20:15 Wed-Fri 17:45-20:15

Term Dates:
Term 1: Monday 27/08/2012 till Friday 19/10/2012 – 8 weeks
Eid-ul-Adha Break: Monday 22/10/2012 till Friday 2/11/2012 – 2 weeks
Term 2: Monday 5/11/2012 till Friday 21/12/2012 – 7 weeks
Break: Monday 24/12/2012 till Friday 22/12/2012 – 1 week
Term 3: Monday 31/12/2012 till Friday 15/02/2013 – 7 weeks
Mid Year Break: Monday 18/02/2013 till Friday 22/02/2013 – 1 week
Term 4: Monday 25/02/2013 till Friday 5/07/2013 – 18 weeks
In term 4 there will be a 1 week break which will be decided later on.
The above mentioned dates are subject to change if required by IZA.

Exams:
Mid year Exams: Monday 11th February till Friday 15th February.
End of year Exams: Monday 1st July till Friday 5th July.