- Course Overview
- Modes of Study
- Full-Time Programme
- Part-Time Programme
- Access to Alimiyyah (Modular)
- 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, taking place Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.
The course runs from September until July.
Part-Time (5 years)
This is a 5-year programme, taking place Sundays, 9:45 am – 5:00 pm.
Additional mandatory short courses: these may be taken in any year of the programme and are typically delivered once a week, for three hours, on a weekday evening or weekend morning. Please view the Part-Time programme for further information.
The course runs from September until July.
Please note:
- Students must complete the Arabic Intensive programme or equivalent before enrolling.
- For the 2027-28 academic year, we are only accepting applications for those looking to study:
- Alimiyyah Full-Time: Years 1, 2 and 3.
- Alimiyyah Part-Time: Year 1.
- Students wanting to study the Alimiyyah Programme on a part time basis may join either the Part-Time programme or the Full-Time programme and select which modules they wish to study.
Alimiyyah students studying the Full-Time programme will be studying the following subjects:
Year 1
- Aqeedah
- Arabic Grammar
- Arabic Literature
- Early Islamic History
- Hadith
- Fiqh (Islamic Law)
- Tafseer
- Tajweed
Year 2
- Arabic Literature
- Hadith
- Fiqh (Islamic Law)
- Tafseer
- Islamic History: Al-Khulafa’ Al-Rashidun (The Four Rightly-Guided Caliphs)
Year 3
- Arabic Literature
- Balagha (Rhetoric)
- Fiqh (Islamic Law)
- Tafseer
- Hadith
- Islamic History: Al-Khulafa’ Al-Rashidun (The Four Rightly-Guided Caliphs)
- Ulum al-Hadith
- Usul al-Fiqh
Year 4
- Advanced Fiqh
- Advanced Tafseer
- Hadith
- Islamic History: Umayyads
- Advanced Ulum al-Hadith
- Fiqh Muqaaran (Comparative Fiqh)
Alimiyyah students studying the Part-Time programme will be studying the following subjects:
Year 1
- Arabic Grammar
- Arabic Literature
- Hadith
- Fiqh (Islamic Law)
- Tafseer: Qur’anic Linguistics and Translation
Year 2
- Arabic Literature
- Hadith
- Ulum al-Hadith (Hadith Terminology)
- Fiqh (Islamic Law)
- Tafseer: Qur’anic Linguistics and Translation
Year 3
- Arabic Literature
- Hadith
- Usul al-Fiqh (Principles of Fiqh)
- Fiqh (Islamic Law)
- Tafseer: Qur’anic Linguistics and Translation
Year 4
- Balagha (Rhetoric)
- Hadith
- Ulum al-Qur’an (Qur’anic Sciences)
- Advanced Fiqh
- Tafseer: Qur’anic Linguistics and Translation
Year 5
- Arabic Literature
- Hadith
- Aqeedah
- Fiqh Muqaaran (Comparative Fiqh)
- Advanced Tafseer
Additional Mandatory Subjects:
These subjects may be taken in any year of the programme and are typically delivered once a week, for three hours, on a weekday evening or weekend morning.
Students wishing to study the Alimiyyah Programme on a modular 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 modular programme will cover the same subjects as that of the full-time.
Interested? Click here to learn more about Access to Alimiyyah
Alimiyyah Programme Fees
| Full-Time Programme | On-Campus Fee | Online Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Alimiyyah Full-Time (Year 1) | £3,875 | £3,375 |
| Alimiyyah Full-Time (Year 2) | £2,115 | £1,840 |
| Alimiyyah Full-Time (Year 3) | £3,875 | £3,375 |
Part-Time Programme | On-Campus Fee | Online Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Alimiyyah Part-Time (Year 1) | £2,750* | £2,250* |
| Access to Alimiyyah (Modular) | Fees vary** | Fees vary** |
* In addition to the Alimiyyah Part-Time programme fee, students are required to complete mandatory short course modules. These modules carry an additional fee, which can be viewed here: Tajweed Pathway and Seerah Pathway short courses.
Modular Programme | On-Campus Fee | Online Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Access to Alimiyyah (Modular) | Fees vary** | Fees vary** |
| Note: All fees are subject to annual review. |
** Please view Access to Alimiyyah modules for fees information.
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 2026-27 academic year. Places do fill up quickly, so APPLY NOW! and don’t miss out.
- 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 informed of an outcome within 10 workings days.
Admissions Policy
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