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Course details
At As-Suffa Institute, we are pleased to be able to provide a full-time Alimiyyah course for both brothers and sisters. At our institute, we make good use of modern technology alongside traditional pedagogical methods. Students should expect to find the learning of the core principles of the Arabic language within the earlier years of their learning. Grammar, morphology, and spoken Arabic are prioritised before progressing into more advanced levels of the language, as students are required to demonstrate their competency before exposure to sacred Arabic texts, i.e. The Holy Qur’an and Hadith.
Additionally, in order to cater for a holistic understanding of the religion, the study of jurisprudence (Fiqh) and laws (Usool) are combined with the essential exegesis (Tafaasir) of the Holy Qur’an to form the core components of the course. (See course details and syllabus below.)
Before the conclusion of the Alimiyyah course, in the final year, students are expected to complete the reading of all the major books of Hadith, which include Sahih Al-Bukhari, Sahih Muslim, Sahih Al-Tirmidhi and Sunan Abi Dawud. For course breakdown details click here.
Thereafter, upon completion of the course, successful students should look forward to gaining a certificate of authorisation (ijaazah). With this certificate, students are encouraged to benefit others with their acquired knowledge.
Furthermore, as we continue to make this course accessible to as many as possible, students who find it difficult to travel to the course location, for whatever reason, we offer the full course online for both brothers and sisters to ensure ease of access.
Also, it is now with great pleasure, that at As-Suffa we are now able to offer a unique opportunity for students who enrol on to our Alimiyyah course the option to complete a BA in Islamic Studies alongside their Alimiyyah qualification. This is due to our partnership with the Markfield Institute. We strongly believe we are the only place of learning in the entire country that offers such a choice. (Please click here for further details). The inclusion of the BA (combined with the Alimiyyah) allows students to gain a credited and recognised qualification that not only develops their critical thinking and academic skills but also enhances their job prospects and provides further options for each student following their graduation.
We, at As-Suffa, aim to deliver a comprehensive enrichment programme for our students to impart an insight into the broader context of Islam throughout history. This in turn shall fortify our students with the necessary skills and know-how to become key ambassadors for the local and wider Muslim community. Currently, with 24 brothers and 33 sisters already having graduated, As-Suffa Institute continues to produce those with the requisite knowledge (by the permission of Allah subhanahu wa t’ala) to benefit those around them, because: “The best of people are those who benefit mankind.”
For further information on course details and the syllabus, please see below.
Course syllabus
Full 6 year course syllabus
Year One
Seerah
Subject Outline: This subject offers a structured overview of the Seerah (biography) of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), allowing students to gain a chronological understanding of the key events, milestones, and themes from the life of the Prophet.
From Treasures of Arabic Morphology
Subject Outline: A foundational Sarf text focusing on root-pattern analysis of verbs and nouns, equipping students with a strong base in Arabic word structure.
Tasheelun Nahw
Subject Outline: An introductory Arabic grammar (Nahw) book aimed at familiarizing students with sentence structure and grammatical roles.
Bayna Yadayk
Subject Outline: A conversational Arabic course that builds speaking, listening, and reading comprehension.
Qasasun Nabiyyeen
Subject Outline: Arabic stories of the Prophets designed to improve reading fluency while engaging students with Islamic history.
Ascent to Felicity
Subject Outline: A Fiqh primer based on Hanafi jurisprudence, covering key acts of worship like Taharah, Salah, and fasting.
Year Two
Qasasun Nabiyyeen
Continued with deeper vocabulary and grammatical analysis.
Hidaayatun Nahw
Subject Outline: An intermediate-level grammar text transitioning students from beginner to advanced Arabic grammar concepts.
Fiqh Muyassar
Subject Outline: A simplified text offering practical rulings in Hanafi Fiqh, building on foundational knowledge from Year One.
Quran Translation + Tafseer (Juz’ 1-10)
Subject Outline: Detailed analysis and explanation of the first ten Juz’ of the Quran.
Bayna Yadayk
Continued development in practical language skills.
From Treasures of Arabic Morphology
Deeper exploration into verb forms and application.
Year Three
Qudoori
Subject Outline: A classical Hanafi Fiqh text studied in Arabic, focusing on acts of worship and beyond.
Nafhatul Arab
Subject Outline: A grammar and comprehension book combining Nahw and Sarf.
Quran Translation + Tafseer (Juz’ 11–20)
Continued Tafseer studies with focus on linguistic nuance and thematic coherence.
Hidaayatun Nahw
Advanced grammar applications and sentence analysis.
Usool Shashi
Subject Outline: Introduction to Usul al-Fiqh (principles of jurisprudence), focusing on legal reasoning and source derivation in the Hanafi school.
Tahzeebul Akhlaaq
Subject Outline: A moral development course aiming to cultivate noble character and Islamic manners.
Year Four
Hidaayah
Subject Outline: A classical Hanafi text offering detailed legal discussions; studied with commentary.
Noorul Anwar
Subject Outline: A text in Usul al-Fiqh focused on evidential analysis and legal methodology.
Safeenatul Bulagha
Subject Outline: An advanced rhetoric course covering balagha, metaphor, and eloquence in Arabic.
Aathaar Sunan
Subject Outline: A study of hadith used in Hanafi jurisprudence, focusing on source validation.
Quran Translation + Tafseer (Juz’ 21–30)
Subject Outline: Final portion of the Quran with analysis, lessons, and linguistic appreciation.
Tayseer Mustalah Hadith
Subject Outline: A simplified text on Hadith classification and terminology.
Year Five
Jalalayn
Subject Outline: A classical Tafseer text combining linguistic precision with concise explanation.
Mishkaat
Subject Outline: A comprehensive Hadith collection studied with explanation and application.
Hidayah
Continued advanced study of Fiqh from previous years.
Muwatta
Subject Outline: One of the earliest Hadith and Fiqh compilations, studied for understanding early juristic development.
Year Six
Saheeh Sitta
Subject Outline: Study of the six canonical Hadith collections (Bukhari, Muslim, Abu Dawood, Tirmidhi, Nasa’i, Ibn Majah).
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