Islamic Education – Foundation Class

Welcome To Class Aswad for Beginners

The aim of this class is to teach beginners or those new to Islam all foundational aspects of Islamic Education through the study of the Quran, the hadith and other Islamic texts developing ones Islamic knowledge from a broad and multidisciplinary perspective. This course is a comprehensive year long program of study that takes place at our weekend Islamic school in Chadwell Heath, London. All foundational aspects of Quranic recitation, Tajweed and Islamic Studies will be covered.

A brief outline of the syllabus:

Learn To Recite Tajweed

Tajweed is the science of Quranic recitation. Here, students will not only learn how to recite the letters correctly, but will also be able to recognise vowels, Tajweed rules whilst developing a tune.

Objective: Correct letter pronunciation and basic Sifaat (Characteristics).

Outline: Student will be able to pronounce letters with basic Harakaat (vowel signs) as well as basic characteristics of Tajweed, such as Qalqalah and Ghunnah.

Islamic Studies

Along with reciting the Quran, it is equally as important to understand it. The Quran goes together with Hadith when understanding subjects in Islam.

Objective: Understanding the pillars that our religion is based upon.

Outline: Students will learn the basics of ‘Aqeedah, the 5 pillars of Islam (with a focus on Istinjaa & wudhu), Adab (manners) towards parents, family & friends through lessons learnt from the Prophets.

Surah and Dua Memorisation

This course focuses on memorising the Surah’s of the Quran in stages whilst also applying Tajweed. Additionally, dua and dhikr used for Salah, protection and daily use will also be memorised, in both Arabic and English translation, as well as their virtues.

Objective: To learn the basics required for daily use and to understand the religion.

Outline: Students will memorise Surah Fatihah, the last 10 Surah, first 3 Kalimah and selected daily dua in both Arabic and English

This course offers an excellent opportunity to master the beginner levels of Islamic Education.

Class Timetable for Islamic Studies Foundation Class:

Tajweed + Quranic recitation – From 10:00am – 11:15am
Break – 11:15 to 11:30
Surah & Dua memorisation – From 11:30am – 12:00pm
Islamic Studies (Aqeedah (beliefs) & Fiqh & Jurisprudence) – From 12:00pm – 13:00pm

Your Tutors For this Class

Ustadha Hajra  & Ustadha Aamena