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Programme

Arabic Intensive Programme

A one-year, accelerated weekday programme covering the same foundation.

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Next cohort begins September · Admissions open

Progression Pathway

Arabic Light — two years, part-time (weekends). For students and professionals. About Arabic Light

Arabic Intensive — one year (weekdays). Higher contact hours and pace.

Both routes lead to the ʿĀlimiyyah Programme — five years, part-time, with direct entry after either. Explore the ʿĀlimiyyah Programme

Aims and Outcomes

Read core Qurʾānic texts directly in Arabic.

Build a grounding in naḥw and ṣarf for accurate comprehension.

Practise on real texts: Qiṣaṣ al-Nabiyyīn, short ḥadīth, and guided reading.

Weekday timetable for cumulative study.

Curriculum

Arabic Intensive (1 year, weekdays) covers the same Year I content as Arabic Light at an accelerated pace. On completion, students progress directly into Year II of the ʿĀlimiyyah Programme.

Year I (equivalent)

  • تسهيل النحوTashīl al-Naḥw
    Naḥw
  • تسهيل الصرفTashīl al-Ṣarf
    Ṣarf
  • قصص النبيين (١–٢)Qiṣaṣ al-Nabiyyīn I–IIAbū al-Ḥasan ʿAlī al-Nadwī
    Arabic literature
  • دروس اللغة العربية (١)Durūs al-Lughah al-ʿArabiyyah IDr. V. Abdur Rahim
    Arabic language
  • زاد الطالبينZād al-Ṭālibīn
    Ḥadīth
  • تمارين نحويةTamārīn Naḥwiyyah
    Naḥw
  • القراءة الرشيدةal-Qirāʾah al-RāshidahAbū al-Ḥasan ʿAlī al-Nadwī
    Arabic language

The curriculum is reviewed regularly; minor adjustments may be made where needed.

Fees

One-off admission & books fee covers registration and core texts. A one-off £150 applies for all new students.

  • £1,050

    per year

    or £400 per term (3 instalments). Yearly payment saves £150.

Household discount: £150 per household member per year (or £50 per term) when more than one member of the same household enrols. Each enrolled household member must maintain at least 95% attendance.

Financial support may be available where it is needed. Please contact us in confidence to discuss your circumstances.

Course timings

Teaching is delivered in person at our Whitechapel campus, Myrdle Street, London E1 1HL.

Brothers

Monday – Thursday

18:00 – 21:00

Sisters

Not yet scheduled

No sisters' cohort is currently scheduled. Register interest to be kept on file.

Common questions

  • How long are the courses?

    The Arabic Light course runs for two academic years (weekends). The Arabic Intensive is a one-year weekday course. Both paths lead directly into the ʿĀlimiyyah Programme, which continues for five further years.

  • Are there exams?

    Yes. Assessment is an integral part of the programmes. Core subjects include a mid-year exam and an end-of-year exam to measure understanding and progress.

  • Where are classes held?

    All teaching takes place in person at our Whitechapel campus, Myrdle Street, London E1 1HL. Sessions run on weekday evenings and at weekends; timings vary by programme.

Student reflections

From our students

  1. I have studied Arabic and other Islamic sciences elsewhere; after studying at the Tahawi Institute I found its methods to be more efficient and the approach it employs has led me to progress at a faster rate. As a teacher working full time, having a family of my own along with other commitments, I was worried if I would be able to dedicate the time required to be successful in the programme. Through dedication and some sacrifice, I am able to do all of it without difficulty.

    Anhar Khan· Teacher

  2. Alhamdulillah I have really enjoyed my first year, can't wait to start the second year. I had already studied some Arabic before and this course has already helped me improve further. One of the best things about Tahawi Institute is the pressure to engage in Islamic extra-curricular activities like memorising hadith, Qurʾān and reading books.

    Khoyrul· Teacher

  3. Alhamdulillah, the course is meticulously structured by highly qualified teachers who are specialists in their respective fields. The Tahawi curriculum offers a vast range of Arabic disciplines in the first year, including fluent speaking, advanced grammar and morphology, all to make one competent in the Arabic language.

    Shamim

  4. I am very satisfied with this course as I have already learnt so much compared to the start of the year. The course has not only helped me in my Arabic knowledge but also helped me learn life lessons and how to be a better person.

    Habib Ullah

  5. A very comprehensive programme designed to bring the best out of students wanting to learn Arabic. A wide range of subjects are taught and facilitated through Tahawi Institute. The teachers are friendly, passionate and committed and they always go the extra mile to support students learning.

    Abdul Hannan

  6. The course is very fun! It's fast paced but the work is easy enough (to a certain degree) that as long as you don't miss too much, you'll be fine. The teachers are all very friendly, whilst still having some humour as well as actually being good teachers. The books we learn are relatively fun and engaging.

    Mahfujur Rahman

  7. Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh, If you wish to learn the Islamic sciences in an established holistic manner, Tahawi Institute is the place to do this. The Tahawi Institute provides a friendly environment of learning, healthy competition/motivation through your association of amazing classmates and the high expectations of very talented teachers.

    The teachers are absolutely dedicated and committed to your successful understanding and application of the materials taught. They are very helpful, friendly and kind. The teachers make themselves available and respond to emails quickly. It is a pleasure sitting down with them and benefiting from their knowledge/experience.

    I have studied Arabic and other Islamic sciences elsewhere however, after studying at the Tahawi Institute I found its methods to be more efficient and the approach it employs has led me to progress at a faster rate. For instance, having spent three weeks studying at the Tahawi Institute, I feel as though I have not comprehended as much Arabic in three months whilst studying in other platforms.

    As a teacher working full time, having a family of my own along with other commitments, I was worried if I would be able to dedicate the time required to be successful in the programme. However, through dedication and some sacrifice, I am able to do all of it without difficulty. I would recommend this institute to those who are serious about learning the Deen.

    Anhar Khan· Teacher

  8. Wonderful course – both personally and professionally. I will take away lots of things that I can quickly and easily apply inshallah.

    Abdul Samad

  9. I am incredibly grateful for joining this institute. The dedicated and knowledgeable teachers at the institute create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment. I have confidence and love for learning under their guidance. The emphasis on character development and moral values has had a profound impact on me.

    Overall, Tahawi Institute has exceeded my expectations in terms of education, Islamic values, and the overall experience. I wholeheartedly recommend this institute to anyone seeking a high-quality Islamic education within a supportive and inclusive environment.

    Mohammad Redwanur Rahman

  10. Subhan'Allah, out of all the choices I've made, this is definitely the best and just the start of my journey

    Naseem Khan

  11. Tahawi Institute is an amazing place in terms of gaining ilm. They have amazing ustadhs which work accordingly to help the students in their work and other queries which they may have. Alongside the amazing ustadhs which can help you, there are classmates which can also help you with work as, like you, will have the same goal and work together to attain it; creating a welcoming environment.

    Zeeshan· University student

  12. A completely life changing course and environment, no regrets joining!

    Diyan Matin

  13. The course is well structured with teachers that are hand picked, ready to help with any issues that students may face while studying the Islamic sciences.

    Ehsan Ahmed

  14. The lessons are good, informative, and genuinely useful. The books taught complement studies well, and the syllabus as a whole is well thought out.

    Ahmed Mabrur Burhan Khan

  15. The teachers are extremely passionate, supportive and accommodating. The course is well structured with good books, classwork as well as homework. Course is enjoyable and you gain a lot from it. May Allah accept and reward all those involved in setting up and running the course. Ameen.

    Muddassir Ahmed

  16. The course is very beneficial and enjoyable. The teachers are very friendly, helpful and approachable. They really want us to do well and care for our education and future.

    Mirash

  17. Alhamdulillah, the course is going very well. The teachers are not only good at teaching, but provide lots of support and advice on how to grow as people, and become better Muslims. The classes are very educational, and this is matched with a very friendly atmosphere, which allows for everyone to feel comfortable enough to better themselves. May Allah continue to grow the institution. Ameen

    Aadil Sulaiman

  18. As an external student coming from far away I am really pleased with the course. The teachers at the madrasah are very kind and alhamdulillah their knowledge has benefitted me so much. This one of the best courses I have done and inshallah hope to progress more.

    Maahir Ali

  19. This madarasa is good alhamdulilla. Easy to interact with classmates and teachers.

    Mohammed Yunus Uddin

  20. So far this course has been very benefitting for me educationally and also personally as it has helped my widen my knowledge and also helping me in my personal life motivating me to become a better Muslim.

    Azhar Ali

  21. The course is very useful Alhamdulillah, and the teachers are very well at articulating themselves whilst teaching. Their teaching style is also very good and makes it easy for the students to learn the content.

    Mahirul

  22. The course was very well structured and the ustadh was very helpful in teaching. The only thing that I would prefer is if there are more assessments at the end of each half term so that students get a feel for the how the end of year exams would be laid out.

    Zeeshan Khan

  23. Alhamdulillah, I am very satisfied. The teachers are very interactive and explain the content very well.

    Mohammed Jubaer Uddin

  24. The course is going really well, Alhamdulillah. The teachers are great, and so is the class environment. The best choice I made and I would highly recommend it to others.

    Mohibur Rahman

  25. I was recommended by a friend who had already joined. There is a very good distribution of subjects and good teaching. I'm glad I joined.

    Yusuf Naeem