A Course on Ulum al-Hadith

The course is designed for students of knowledge and graduates of the ‘Alimiyyah to further their understanding of the science of Hadith. The science of Hadith is among those subjects which does not feature heavily in the Dars- Nizami, but at the same time is one of the most important subjects. The Sunnah is almost completely known through Hadith, and the science of Hadith allows the scholar to know which Hadith are acceptable and which are not. This course will take a closer look at the efforts of the Hadith scholars of old and how the science developed. It will equip the student with knowledge of the main figures and the books to refer to when attempting to find or analyse a Hadith.

The course would require sufficient Arabic skills to understand the Arabic texts covered. The course is open to brothers and sisters and is offered online.

  • Dates

    The course starts in September 2026

  • Course Fee

    £499.00
    50% Discount - £249.00
    Discount Ends 7th June!

Exploring the Life of Ibn Salah


Instructor

 Mawlana Muhammad al-Hassan

Duration

 September 2026 - July 2027

Course Start Date

  September 2026

Sessions

 On-site and Online (Recordings of the live sessions are available for this course)

Timings


 Monday to Wednesday 11:30am to 12:30pm British Standard Time

Exams & Assignments

 No Exams/Assignments

Course Fee

 £499.00
50% Discount - £249.00
Discount Ends 7th June!

Certificate

 No

*Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within this course is correct at the time of publication. Courses are subject to ongoing development which could necessitate cancellation of, or alteration to, the advertised courses.

Instructor(s)

Mawlana Muhammed Al-Hassan

Course Instructor

Muhammed Al-Hassan is an aspiring scholar and teacher of the Islamic sciences. He memorised the Qur’an at the age of 11, and from an early age, he has sought to grow in knowledge and understanding of the Deen. He pursued formal Islamic education by enrolling in the Alimiyyah course at the Islamic Dawah Academy, graduating in 2018. He then continued his studies in the Hadith sciences at Markaz al-Dawah al-Islamiyyah in Dhaka, completing a three-year course in 2021. Following this, he undertook the Ifta specialisation course at the Whitethread Institute, studying from 2021 to 2023. Muhammed Al-Hassan remains a dedicated student, continually striving to develop his understanding of Islamic sciences and other disciplines that may enable him to serve the community. His foremost aim is to benefit the Muslim Ummah and society at large through the knowledge and guidance he receives from his teachers, seeking always to serve the Deen sincerely and attain the pleasure of Allah.

The subjects covered will be the following:

  • A study of Mustalah of Hadith predominantly through the usage of Muqaddimah Ibn Salah.

  • An introduction to the various books of Hadith (primary and secondary) including and beyond the famous six books.

  • An introduction into the science of Takhrij of how to locate a Hadith and reference.

  • Understanding the science of Jarh wa Ta’dil and introducing students to famous books in the field.

  • An insight into contemporary Hadith studies and the various schools therein.

  • And much more

FAQ

  • Is this course a Takhassus course?

    We do not call it a takhassus as the hours are limited, but it is meant to be a progression from the Alim course studies. So, we do a deep dive into Muqaddimah Ibn al-Salah, practical aspects of how to do takhrij and tahqiq of a Hadith, various discussions about figures and topics related to hadith, and Western hadith studies. But due to the limited hours, we refrain from calling it a takhassus

Why Study at Whitethread Institute?

  • Great studying environment

  • Interactive discussions between students and teachers

  • High level discussions where teachers are open to questions and do not shy away from sensitive or controversial issues

  • Comfortable studying environment

  • In depth coverage of topics

  • Deep understanding of the nuances of the subject matter

  • All lessons taught in a practical manner relevant to current times