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Our Aim
To provide structured Islamic education and high-quality learning opportunities for students of all backgrounds and levels, both in person and online.
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Seeking sacred knowledge with purpose & discipline.
Fawatih Institute presents its inaugural ʿĀlimiyyah Foundation Programme — a structured, in-person year designed to prepare serious students for formal ʿĀlimiyyah studies while grounding them in the classical scholarly tradition.
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1 Year
Foundation programme
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20 Places
Males only
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In-Person
Preston, Lancashire
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Sept 2026
Mon–Fri, 6–8pm (TBC)
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£60 / mo
Fee
Prospectus
About the Institute
Fawatih Institute is dedicated to the study, preservation and transmission of the classical Islamic sciences — cultivating students who approach sacred knowledge with seriousness, discipline and sincerity.
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Growth
Over time, the institute intends to expand its offerings to include:
- A full ʿĀlimiyyah programme
- Fiqh specialisation
- Courses on specialised topics, including Islamic business law
- Short courses on various Islamic topics
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Long-Term Vision
As the institute grows, female-only classes taught by qualified female instructors will be introduced, ensuring sisters also have access to structured, serious learning within an appropriate environment.
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What the Programme Offers
A one-year course designed to prepare students for entry into formal ʿĀlimiyyah studies. It provides a structured introduction to the core Islamic sciences while equipping students with the essential linguistic tools that support further study.
To maintain a focused learning environment, enrolment is strictly limited to twenty students.
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Subjects Taught
- Urdu (Reading)
- Classical Arabic (Intro)
- Fiqh
- Sīrah
- ʿAqīdah
- Tajwīd
These subjects provide the basic intellectual framework required to begin more advanced study in the Islamic sciences.
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Entry Requirements
- Minimum age: 14 years
- Ability to recite the Qurʾān clearly with correct makhārij
- Successful completion of an entry assessment
- Demonstration of serious commitment and determination
Only students who show genuine dedication to the pursuit of knowledge will be admitted.
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Fees
£60 / month
This fee helps ensure that those enrolling are serious, committed students, while allowing the institute to develop and expand its work sustainably.
Rather than relying on fundraising at the moment, the institute seeks to support its growth through the provision of educational services.
Why This Matters
Urdu, in-person study & disciplined learning
Urdu
Importance of Urdu in Islamic Scholarship
Urdu plays an important role in the scholarly tradition of the Indian subcontinent, where many distinguished scholars have produced highly valuable works. A significant number of resources used in traditional seminaries are available in Urdu.
By learning to read Urdu, students gain access to a rich body of scholarship often unavailable in English. As they progress, students will increasingly transition to Arabic texts while continuing to benefit from Urdu works.
Ṣuḥbah
The Importance of In-Person Study
This programme is strictly face-to-face; online study is not currently offered. Traditional Islamic learning places great emphasis on ṣuḥbah and tarbiyah — companionship with teachers and personal cultivation under guidance.
Direct interaction with teachers, structured supervision and immersion in a learning environment provide benefits that cannot easily be replicated through remote study.
Discipline
Expectations & Conduct
Students are expected to demonstrate seriousness in study, respect for teachers and fellow students, and consistent effort and dedication.
Persistent negligence, misbehaviour or lack of commitment will not be tolerated. Students who fall significantly behind due to their own lack of effort may be removed in order to preserve the integrity of the class.
Future Study
Beyond the Foundation Year
Students who complete the foundation programme will be well prepared to pursue advanced Islamic studies. Fawatih Institute intends, in the future, to offer a full ʿĀlimiyyah programme, allowing students to continue within a structured, traditional framework.
It is hoped that this first cohort will form the beginning of a wider educational effort that serves students with depth, clarity and continuity.
Instructor
Muḥammad Kalim Miṣbāḥī
Founder of Fawatih Institute. After more than a decade of formal study, he specialised in Ḥanafī fiqh, undertaking further training in fatwā writing and research during his time studying in India.
For several years he has responded to everyday religious enquiries and engaged in research on contemporary fiqh issues, particularly in finance, wealth management and modern financial practices.
Fawatih began as an educational initiative providing written content and research material shared freely for the benefit of the public.
Registration of Interest
Ready to begin your journey?
Places are limited to 20 students. Complete the short registration form to express your interest — prospective students will be invited to an entry assessment, including evaluation of Qurʾān recitation.
Apply →This is a registration of interest only. Submission does not guarantee admission or acceptance onto the programme. Only applicants who demonstrate both ability and commitment will be accepted.
Contact
Have a question before applying?
For general enquiries about the programme, admissions or registration, you can contact us directly on WhatsApp.
