Dars E Nizami - YEAR ONE
“Whoever travels a path seeking sacred knowledge, Allah will place him on a path leading to Paradise.” (Abu Dawood).
Taught using traditional methods and modern resources by qualified teachers with recognised Isnaad.
“Whoever travels a path seeking sacred knowledge, Allah will place him on a path leading to Paradise.” (Abu Dawood).
Luton Central Mosque is pleased to offer Year One of the Dars-e-Nizami programme, a structured part-time course designed to introduce students to the foundational sciences of traditional Islamic scholarship.
The Dars-e-Nizami curriculum has been studied for centuries in the classical centres of Islamic learning. It provides students with the essential tools required to understand the primary sources of Islam — the Qur’an and the Sunnah — through the study of the Arabic language, logic, jurisprudence and Qur’anic recitation.
Year One focuses primarily on building a strong linguistic foundation in Arabic, as the vast majority of Islamic scholarly works are preserved in the Arabic language. By studying classical texts with experienced teachers, students begin developing the skills necessary to engage with authentic Islamic scholarship.
Subjects Studied in Year One
Students will study a carefully structured selection of classical texts that introduce the key disciplines of Islamic learning.
Arabic Syntax (Nahw) – Text: Nahw Mīr : Students will begin studying the principles of Arabic grammar, learning how sentences are structured and how words function within them. This subject forms the foundation for understanding classical Arabic texts.
Arabic Morphology (Sarf) – Texts: Mīzān al-Sarf and Munsha‘ib: This subject focuses on word patterns and derivations in Arabic. Students learn how words are formed and how their meanings change through different patterns.
Islamic Logic (Mantiq) – Text: Kubrā: The study of Islamic logic develops analytical thinking and structured reasoning. Students learn the terminology and frameworks used by classical scholars to evaluate arguments and understand complex discussions in Islamic sciences.
Islamic Jurisprudence (Fiqh) – Text: Khulāṣah al-Kaydānī: Students are introduced to the terminology and basic rulings of Islamic jurisprudence, with particular focus on matters related to prayer and daily acts of worship.
Tajwīd (Qur’anic Recitation) – Text: Tuhfat al-Aṭfāl:Students will study the rules of Qur’anic recitation to ensure that the Qur’an is recited accurately and in accordance with the transmitted tradition.
Course Structure
The programme is delivered in person at Luton Central Mosque.
Days: Monday – Wednesday Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Each session covers a number of subjects, combining new lessons with revision and guided practice to reinforce understanding.
Students will benefit from instruction delivered by experienced teachers in a structured and supportive learning environment.
Course Prerequisites
This programme is intended for students who already possess a basic ability to read Arabic.
Applicants should:
- Be able to read Arabic text with vowels (ḥarakāt)
- Be able to read the Qur’an fluently
- Have a serious commitment to studying Islamic sciences
- Be willing to attend classes regularly and complete revision work
As the course is taught through classical texts, students should be prepared for a structured and academically rigorous programme.
⸻
Who Is This Course For?
This programme is suitable for:
- Students wishing to begin the traditional Dars-e-Nizami curriculum
- Those seeking a structured introduction to classical Islamic scholarship
- Individuals who want to deepen their understanding of the Arabic language and Islamic sciences