Announcing the Launch of Our First Programme

Seeking knowledge with purpose.

Fawātiḥ Institute is a new educational initiative dedicated to the study, preservation, and transmission of the Islamic sciences. Our aim is to provide structured, serious learning that prepares students for higher study while nurturing sound understanding, discipline, and commitment to the pursuit of sacred knowledge.

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Prospectus

Fawātiḥ Institute

The institute seeks to cultivate students who approach sacred knowledge with seriousness, discipline, and sincerity, while grounding them in the classical scholarly tradition.

Our Aim

Fawātiḥ Institute is dedicated to the study, preservation, and transmission of the Islamic sciences. The institute seeks to provide structured programmes that prepare students for higher Islamic studies while nurturing both intellectual understanding and personal development.

Over time, Fawātiḥ Institute intends to expand its offerings to include:

A full ʿĀlimiyyah programme
Fiqh specialisation
Short courses on specialised Islamic subjects, including Islamic business law and other niche topics

Long-Term Development

As part of the institute’s long-term vision, additional programmes will be introduced as the institute grows. Among these plans is the establishment of female-only classes taught by qualified female instructors, ensuring that sisters also have access to structured and serious Islamic learning within an appropriate environment.

These programmes will form an important part of the institute’s future development, with the aim of serving the wider community and facilitating access to beneficial knowledge.

What the Programme Offers

The ʿĀlimiyyah Foundation Programme is a one-year course designed to prepare students for entry into formal ʿĀlimiyyah studies in the future. It provides a structured introduction to core Islamic sciences while equipping students with essential linguistic tools that support further study.

Due to the desire to maintain a focused learning environment, enrolment is strictly limited to twenty students.

Subjects Taught

Urdu (Reading)
Fiqh
Foundations of the Ḥanafī School
General Islamic Knowledge
Sīrah (Prophetic Biography)
ʿAqīdah
Tajwīd

These subjects provide students with the basic intellectual framework required to begin more advanced study in the Islamic sciences.

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.

Fees

£100 per month

This fee helps ensure that those enrolling are serious and committed students, while also allowing Fawātiḥ Institute to develop and expand its work in a sustainable manner.

Rather than relying on fundraising, the institute seeks to support its growth through the provision of educational services.

Why This Matters

Urdu, in-person study, and 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 in the Islamic sciences. A significant number of educational resources used in traditional seminaries are available in Urdu.

By acquiring the ability to read Urdu, students gain access to a rich body of scholarship that is often unavailable in English. As students progress in their studies, they 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, and 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 and Conduct

Students enrolled in the programme 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 seriousness and 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. Fawātiḥ Institute intends, in the future, to offer a full ʿĀlimiyyah programme, allowing students to continue their studies within a structured and 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

Muḥammad Kalim Miṣbāḥī is the founder of Fawātiḥ 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 areas related to finance, wealth management, and modern financial practices.

Fawātiḥ itself began as an educational initiative providing written content and research material shared freely for the benefit of the public.

Registration of Interest

Register your interest in the programme

The programme will be based in Preston, Lancashire, UK, though the exact venue is still to be confirmed. The starting date will be announced shortly. Due to the limited number of places available, early registration is recommended.

Admissions

Admission is limited to 20 students.

Prospective students will be required to complete an entry assessment, including evaluation of Qurʾān recitation. Only applicants who demonstrate both ability and commitment will be accepted.

This form is a registration of interest only. Submission does not guarantee admission or acceptance onto the programme.

Full Name Age

Email Address Phone Number

City / Area Qurʾān Recitation Level

Why are you interested in joining Fawātiḥ Institute? Previous Islamic Studies (if any) Additional Notes I understand that places are limited, an entry assessment will be required, and only students who demonstrate ability and commitment will be accepted.

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Contact

Have a question before registering?

For general enquiries about the programme, admissions, or registration of interest, you can contact us directly on WhatsApp.