Darul Uloom Zakariyya
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ
Darul Uloom Zakariyya
Centre of Islamic Learning · South Africa
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Programme I

Hifdh Programme — Memorisation of the Holy Quran

A structured programme for the complete memorisation of the Holy Quran under the guidance of qualified Huffaadh. Students follow a disciplined daily schedule of memorisation, revision, and Tajweed, developing discipline, dedication, and a profound connection with the words of Allah Ta'ala.

DurationApproximately 2–4 years (varies by student)
RequirementsAbility to read the Quran fluently with basic Tajweed
ScheduleFull-time, Monday to Saturday
Programme II

Aalimiyyah Programme — Dars-e-Nizami

A comprehensive course covering the full spectrum of Islamic sciences including Tafseer ul-Quran, Hadith and its sciences, Fiqh and Usool ul-Fiqh, Arabic grammar (Nahw and Sarf), Logic (Mantiq), Islamic history, and related disciplines. The syllabus follows the traditional Dars-e-Nizami curriculum passed down through generations of scholars.

Duration6–7 years (culminating in Daura-e-Hadith)
RequirementsCompletion of Hifdh or equivalent Islamic foundational education
QualificationSanad (certificate of Islamic scholarship)
Programme III

Imaam Programme

A focused 3-year programme designed to train students in the practical and spiritual dimensions of Imaamat. Students develop proficiency in leading Salaah, delivering Jumu'ah Khutbahs, performing Nikah ceremonies, and providing Islamic guidance to the community. Graduates are equipped to serve as qualified Imaams in masaajid across South Africa and beyond.

Duration3 years
RequirementsCompletion of Aalimiyyah (Dars-e-Nizami)
QualificationCertificate of Imaamat
Programme IV

Iftaa Programme — Training of Muftis

A rigorous 2-year advanced programme specialising in the science of Islamic jurisprudence (Fiqh) and the issuing of religious rulings (Fataawa). Students study advanced texts in Usool ul-Fiqh, Fiqh ul-Muqaarin (comparative jurisprudence), and engage in practical Iftaa under the supervision of senior Muftis. Graduates earn the title of Mufti and are authorised to issue Fataawa.

Duration2 years
RequirementsCompletion of Aalimiyyah (Dars-e-Nizami)
QualificationSanad of Iftaa — authorisation to issue Fataawa

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سُبْحَانَ اللَّهِ
Subhanallah
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