Overview
Ilm Essentials is a two-year foundational certificate in Islaamic studies. This program aims to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills to become effective role models and contribute to the betterment of society.
The courses program under the Youth Club was introduced as an essential tool to fulfil the vision and mission requirements of the organisation. It is intended to create individuals who are not only aware of the current affairs of the world but have keen insight and possess the power to express themselves through the written word as well as emanate a level of vocal eloquence so that they can defend their Religion at a personal level.
Ilm Essentials is a two-year foundational certificate in Islaamic studies. This program aims to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills to become effective role models and contribute to the betterment of society.
The courses program under the Youth Club was introduced as an essential tool to fulfil the vision and mission requirements of the organisation. It is intended to create individuals who are not only aware of the current affairs of the world but have keen insight and possess the power to express themselves through the written word as well as emanate a level of vocal eloquence so that they can defend their Religion at a personal level.
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a well-informed sense of what we as Muslims should believe & practice.
- Develop a strong connection with the life of the Prophet.
- Learn how to maximize your psychological, physical, and spiritual health.
- Acquire primary-level proficiency in Quraanic Arabic pronunciation and meaning.
- Learn the practical rulings of Islaamic Jurisprudence.
- Learn the correct pronunciation and articulation of the Quraanic text
- Understand the importance, preservation, and practical application of Hadeeth.
- Grasp the fundamental principles behind Islaamic legal rulings and inheritance distribution.
- Gain tools to critically engage with modern narratives and confidently represent Islaam in today’s world.
Course Details
Duration
2 Years, 4 Semesters (4 Months per semester)
Classes From Every Tuesday to Friday
From 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location
YCL DHA Office
Address: 124A DHA Phase 6, Lahore
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Fee Structure
Application Fee: PKR 1,000 (Refundable)
Course Fee: PKR 30,000 per semester
Open for
Scholarship
Youth Club offers scholarships to eligible students to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder their pursuit of knowledge. Applicants seeking scholarships will be evaluated against criteria set forth by the management. For more details: +92-309-492-3923
Last Date to Apply
Sunday, August 24, 2025
Starting Date
Tuesday, 2nd September 2025
Roadmap
Semester 1
| Category | Subject | Instructor |
|---|---|---|
| Quran | Usool-at-Tafseer | Mugheerah Luqman |
| Tajweed | Qari Salman Saleem | |
| Hadith | The forty Ahaadeeth الأربعين | Dr. Rasheed Arshad |
| Fiqh | History of Fiqh & Fiqh us-Sunnah | Dr. H.M. Zubair |
| Aqeedah | Why Islam | Ahmed Khan |
| Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ | Makkan Period | Ali Ahmed Saeed |
| Arabic | Quraanic Arabic | Dr. Mutee Ur Rehman |
| Contemporary Knowledge | Islaamic Phycology | Muhammad Ali |
Semester 2
| Category | Subject | Instructor |
|---|---|---|
| Quran | Tafseer | Ahmed Khan |
| Tajweed | Qari Salman Saleem | |
| Hadith | Preservation of Haadeeth & Usool Haadeeth تيسير مصطلح الحديث | Dr. Rasheed Arshad |
| Fiqh | Fiqh us-Sunnah | Dr. H.M. Zubair |
| Aqeedah | Conditions of Tahleel & Kitab at-Tahweed | Shaykh Hamid Kamal-Ud Din |
| Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ | Madani Period | Ali Ahmed Saeed |
| Arabic | Quraanic Arabic | Dr. Mutee Ur Rehman |
| Contemporary Knowledge | Atheism, Science & Philosophy | Hamas Ashraf |
Semester 3
| Category | Subject | Instructor |
|---|---|---|
| Quran | Tafseer | Zeeshan Khalid/Ahmed Khan |
| Hadith | Selective Chapters from Bukhari | Dr. Rasheed Arshad |
| Fiqh | Fiqh us-Sunnah | Dr. H.M. Zubair |
| Usool & Qawaid al-Fiqh | Mugheerah Luqman | |
| Aqeedah | Aqeedah Ahlus Sunnah | Shaykh Hamid Kamal-Ud Din |
| Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ | Rashidoon Period | Ali Ahmed Saeed |
| Arabic | Quraanic Arabic | Dr. Mutee Ur Rehman |
| Contemporary Knowledge | Muslim Lense (Dawah Methodoly) | Muhammad Ali |
Semester 4
| Category | Subject | Instructor |
|---|---|---|
| Quran | Tafseer | Zeeshan Khalid/Ahmed Khan |
| Hadith | Selective Chapters from Muslim | Dr. Rasheed Arshad |
| Fiqh | Fiqh us-Sunnah | Dr. H.M. Zubair |
| Intro to Inheritance | Mugheerah Luqman | |
| Aqeedah | Aqeedah at-Tahawiyyah | Shaykh Hamid Kamal-Ud Din |
| Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ | Umayyads & Abbasidsَ /Stories of the Prophets عليهم السلام | Ali Ahmed Saeed |
| Arabic | Quraanic Arabic | Mutee Ur Rehman |
| Contemporary Knowledge | Modernisms | Hamas Ashraf |
First Year
| Category | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Instructor | Subject | Instructor | |
| Quran | Usool-at-Tafseer | Mugheerah Luqman | Tafseer | Ahmed Khan |
| Tajweed | Qari Salman Saleem | Tajweed | Qari Salman Saleem | |
| Hadith | The forty Ahaadeeth الأربعين | Dr. Rasheed Arshad | Preservation of Haadeeth & Usool Haadeeth تيسير مصطلح الحديث | Dr. Rasheed Arshad |
| Fiqh | History of Fiqh & Fiqh us-Sunnah | Dr. H.M. Zubair | Fiqh us-Sunnah | Dr. H.M. Zubair |
| Aqeedah | Why Islam | Ahmed Khan | Conditions of Tahleel & Kitab at-Tahweed | Shaykh Hamid Kamal-Ud Din |
| Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ | Makkan Period | Ali Ahmed Saeed | Madani Period | Ali Ahmed Saeed |
| Arabic | Quraanic Arabic | Dr. Mutee Ur Rehman | Quraanic Arabic | Dr. Mutee Ur Rehman |
| Contemporary Knowledge | Islaamic Phycology | Muhammad Ali | Atheism, Science & Philosophy | Hamas Ashraf |
Second Year
| Category | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Instructor | Subject | Instructor | |
| Quran | Tafseer | Zeeshan Khalid/Ahmed Khan | Tafseer | Zeeshan Khalid/Ahmed Khan |
| Hadith | Selective Chapters from Bukhari | Dr. Rasheed Arshad | Selective Chapters from Muslim | Dr. Rasheed Arshad |
| Fiqh | Fiqh us-Sunnah | Dr. H.M. Zubair | Fiqh us-Sunnah | Dr. H.M. Zubair |
| Usool & Qawaid al-Fiqh | Mugheerah Luqman | Intro to Inheritance | Mugheerah Luqman | |
| Aqeedah | Aqeedah Ahlus Sunnah | Shaykh Hamid Kamal-Ud Din | Aqeedah at-Tahawiyyah | Shaykh Hamid Kamal-Ud Din |
| Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ | Rashidoon Period | Ali Ahmed Saeed | Umayyads & Abbasidsَ /Stories of the Prophets عليهم السلام | Ali Ahmed Saeed |
| Arabic | Quraanic Arabic | Dr. Mutee Ur Rehman | Quraanic Arabic | Mutee Ur Rehman |
| Contemporary Knowledge | Muslim Lense (Dawah Methodoly) | Muhammad Ali | Modernisms | Hamas Ashraf |
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a well-informed sense of what we as Muslims should believe & practice.
- Develop a strong connection with the life of the Prophet.
- Learn how to maximize your psychological, physical and spiritual health.
- Acquire primary-level proficiency in Quranic Arabic.
- Learn the practical rulings of Islamic Jurisprudence.
Faculty
Muhammad Ali
Islaamic Phycology, Muslim Lense (Dawah Methodoly)
Mugheerah Luqman
Usool-at-Tafseer, Usool & Qawaid al-Fiqh, Inheritance
Ahmed Khan
Why Islam, Tafseer
Hamas Ashraf
Atheism, Science and Philosophy, Modernisms
Ali Ahmed Saeed
Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ, Umayyads & Abbasidsَ /Stories of the Prophets عليهم السلام
Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Zubair
History of Fiqh & Fiqh us-Sunnah
Mati Ur Rehman
Quranic Arabic
Qari Salman Saleem
Tajweed
Dr. Rasheed Arshad
Hadeeth
Shaykh Hamid Kamal-Ud Din
Aqeedah
Eligibility
- Completed Matriculation or O-Levels.
- Age Range of 16 to 28 years.
- Proficiency in both English and Urdu.
How to Apply
- Access the online application form.
- Review the provided instructions and submit the application fee.
- Complete and submit the application form.
- You will receive a confirmation email and will be contacted by a member of our registration team.
- Your interview date and time will be scheduled.
- During the interview, our instructors will assess your suitability for the program.
- You will be notified of your selection status via email within three working days of your interview.
Degree Criteria
- Maintain a CGPA of at least 2.5 throughout the course.
- Submit a post-course survey as part of the program’s evaluation process.
- Pass courses totalling at least 32 credit hours.
Eligibility Criteria
- Completed Matriculation or O-Levels.
- Age Range of 16 to 28 years.
- Proficiency in both English and Urdu.
Degree Criteria
- Maintain a CGPA of at least 2.5 throughout the course.
- Submit a post-course survey as part of the program’s evaluation process.
- Pass courses totalling at least 32 credit hours.
How to Apply
- Access the online application form.
- Review the provided instructions and submit the application fee.
- Complete and submit the application form.
- You will receive a confirmation email and will be contacted by a member of our registration team.
- Your interview date and time will be scheduled.
- During the interview, our instructors will assess your suitability for the program.
- You will be notified of your selection status via email within three working days of your interview.