Hawza Programme Al-Mahdi Institute

Overview

Why Hawza Programme at Al-Mahdi Institute?

The Hawza Programme at Al-Mahdi Institute stands out due to its unique integration of traditional Islamic studies with modern academic frameworks. The institute is recognised for its commitment to providing a flexible and accessible learning environment, allowing students from around the globe to engage deeply with Islamic thought. Al-Mahdi Institute has established a partnership with the University of Birmingham, making it the first UK Islamic seminary to offer a Hawza programme alongside an academic MA. This collaboration enhances the programme's credibility and provides students with a globally recognised qualification. The institute's commitment to affordability is evident through its 65% fee waivers, ensuring that quality education is accessible to all.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

The tuition fees for the Hawza Programme are structured as follows:

• International Fee: £400 per module
• National Fee: £400 per module

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum of the Hawza Programme is meticulously designed, consisting of four levels that guide students from foundational studies to advanced mastery. The programme includes rigorous training in classical Arabic and covers a wide range of subjects:

• Level One:
  • Arabic Level One
  • Qur’anic Studies
  • Ḥadīth and Rijāl Studies
  • Introduction to Muslim Theology and Philosophy
  • Introduction to Sufism and Islamic Mystical Traditions
  • Introduction to Islamic Ethics
  • Introduction to Islamic Law and Legal Theory
  • Islamic History: From Pre-Islamic Arabia to the Prophetic Period
  • Islamic History: From the Four Caliphs to the Umayyad Period
• Level Two:
  • Arabic Level Two
  • Logic 1: Conceptual Discussions
  • Logic 2: Syllogisms
  • Logic 3: Five Arts
  • Muḥammad Bāqir al-Ṣadr’s Legal Theory
  • Jurisprudence: Ritual Purity
  • Jurisprudence: Prayer
  • Jurisprudence: Fasting, Prescribed Alms and Taxes
  • Jurisprudence: Pilgrimage, Religious Warfare and Enjoining Good
  • Philosophy of Mysticism: Ibn Sīnā’s al-Ishārāt wa-l-tanbīhāt
• Level Three:
  • Arabic Level Three
  • Theology 1: The Existence and Attributes of God
  • Theology 2: Prophethood and Imāmate
  • Theology 3: Eschatology
  • Legal Theory 1: Linguistic Discussions
  • Legal Theory 2: Rational Discussions
  • Legal Theory 3: The Authority of Evidence
  • Legal Maxims (al-qawāʿid al-fiqhiyya)
  • Jurisprudence: Marriage and Divorce
  • Jurisprudence: Financial Transactions and Leasing
  • Jurisprudence: Equity Partnerships and Trustee Financed Partnerships
• Level Four:
  • Legal Theory 4: Conflict of Evidence
  • Legal Theory 5: Procedural Principles
  • Jurisprudence: Legal Derivation and Emulation
  • Jurisprudence: Consumables and Inheritance
  • Jurisprudence: Criminal Law and Punishment
  • Jurisprudence: Advanced Readings
  • Philosophy 1: The Concept and Reality of Existence
  • Philosophy 2: Quiddity and its Properties
  • Philosophy 3: The Categories of Being and Causation
  • Philosophy 4: The One and the Many, the Metaphysics of Knowledge, and the Necessary Being
  • Mysticism 1: The Unity of Existence and the Sufi Path of Knowledge
  • Mysticism 2: The Five Divine Presences and the Perfect Human

Careers with Hawza Programme

Graduates of the Hawza Programme are well-equipped for various roles within Islamic scholarship and education. Alumni have found positions in diverse sectors, including teaching, research, and community leadership. The programme's comprehensive curriculum ensures that students gain the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue careers in Islamic studies, theology, and related fields. Many graduates continue their academic journey by enrolling in advanced degrees, further enhancing their expertise and career prospects.