Program
A structured, step-by-step path to becoming a certified Islamic scholar (Aalim), studied part-time, entirely online, from wherever you are.
Program at a Glance
Duration
2-3 years, part-time
Ideal For
Kids and Men · Urdu speakers · Structured learners
About the Program
Our online Aalim course offers a highly structured syllabus rooted in authentic Hanafi madrasah tradition bringing the academic standards of institutions like Darul Uloom Deoband directly to students across the US, UK, India, and beyond, without requiring you to leave home.
This program is designed for men who want a serious, in-depth Islamic education but can't attend a physical madrasah due to work, location, or other commitments. You can pursue advanced Islamic scholarship part-time, without compromising on depth or academic rigor.
Taught in Urdu by certified scholars, this online Aalim course connects students to a direct, unbroken chain of traditional Islamic learning. Over the course, you'll build strong command over Arabic Grammar, Tajweed, Tafseer, Hadith, Fiqh, and Islamic History the same core sciences taught in a traditional Dars-e-Nizami curriculum.
Program Type
Full-Time Online Aalim Studies
Medium of Instruction
Urdu Medium with English Support
Class Frequency
5 Days a week • 9 Hours total
Total Duration
5 Years (Structured in 3 + 2 parts)
Books
All Course PDFs Provided Free
Recordings
Every Live Class is Recorded
Prophetic Hadith
“Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim.”
— Ibn Majah
What You Will Master
A complete Islamic Sciences syllabus covering all core subjects of a traditional Aalim (Dars-e-Nizami) program, studied part-time over 2–3 years.
Syntax, Morphology (Nahw & Sarf)
Speech, Composition & Rhetoric
Creed & Aqeedah
Islamic Jurisprudence
Principles of Islamic Law
Prophetic Traditions
Sciences of Hadith Interpretation
Quranic Exegesis
Principles of Exegesis
Prophetic Biography
Mantiq / Falsafah
History of the Muslim Ummah
+ Additional elective subjects in the second part (Years 4–5)
How It Works
Our online Aalim course follows a time-tested traditional madrasah framework, adapted for part-time, remote study. Students engage deeply with each lesson through structured preparation, while our certified tutor provides mentorship and guidance at every step.
Before every live session, you prepare the upcoming lesson independently, reading ahead and noting questions. This builds a strong foundation before each class.
Following the classical *taleem* method, you present material back to your tutor, building recitation confidence, academic accuracy, and the ability to teach the Deen to others.
Embracing the classical taleem method, students actively present the lesson back to the instructor and peers. This approach fosters speaking confidence, academic accuracy, and the essential ability to teach the Deen to others.
Rigorous. Authentic. Deeply Rewarding.
12–15 hours of class per week + 2–5 hours self-study
Your Expert Quran Teachers
Your online Aalim course is taught directly by a certified scholar who completed the full 8-year Dars-e-Nizami curriculum with distinction bringing traditional madrasah-level instruction to a flexible, part-time online format.
Certified Aalim*
Completed the full Dars-e-Nizami program with distinction, following the same rigorous standard as leading traditional madrasahs.
12+ Years of Teaching Experience
Extensive experience teaching Quran, Fiqh, Hadith, and Arabic to students across the US, UK, India, Canada & Australia.
Structured, Verified Curriculum
Every subject follows a documented syllabus mapped to a traditional Aalim program — no improvised or shortened content.
1-on-1 Attention
Small class sizes with direct, personalized guidance not a crowded lecture hall.
Medium of Instruction
Classes are conducted primarily in Urdu with English support where needed, so you can focus on understanding difficult classical concepts without a language barrier getting in the way.
Tuition & Enrollment
Annual Tuition
Paid in 4 installments of $300
$1,200 / year
Registration Fee
One-time, due upon enrollment
$10
Required Books
All PDFs provided by DUAH at no cost
Free
All required books are provided by DUAH in PDF format at no additional cost.
Weekly Commitment
12–15 hrs/week
Live class time
2–5 hrs/week
Self-study & revision
5 days/week
Weekday schedule
Got Questions?
Everything you need to know about our online Quran and Islamic Studies classes.
The program runs 2–3 years part-time, designed to fit around work, studies, or other commitments.
Yes, this Aalim program is currently designed for male students. We plan to launch a separate program for women in the future.
No — the course is structured to build from the fundamentals, so both beginners and students with some prior knowledge can join at the appropriate level.
Classes are taught primarily in Urdu, with English support available when needed.
Yes, students receive a certificate of completion outlining the subjects and duration of the program studied.
All classes are live and 1-on-1 with your tutor, and every session is recorded so you can revisit it later.
The curriculum covers Arabic Grammar, Fiqh, Hadith, Tafsir, Aqeedah, Seerah, Islamic History, and more — following a structure similar to a traditional Dars-e-Nizami syllabus.
Ready to begin your Aalim journey?
