Student Guide
The World Organization for Al-Azhar Graduates
Courses in Islamic Studies
Academic Year 2025/2026
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The World Organization for al-Azhar Graduates, in cooperation with Al-Azhar International Academy for Training Imams, Preachers and Fatwa Researchers, offers courses in Islamic Studies in foreign languages through distance learning. The courses target new Muslims, those interested in learning about Islam, and anyone who aims to deepen his/her understanding of Islamic religious teachings.
Course Details:
- Course format: Online
- Number of levels: 6
- Number of modules per level: 5
- Level duration: 10 weeks
- Course days: Saturdays and Sundays
- Lectures per day: Two
- Lecture duration: Two hours
- Level price per individual: 500 euros or equivalent in dollars
Course Objectives:
- Understanding the fundamentals of Islam: beliefs, worship, ethics, Prophetic Sirah, and legislation
- Spreading values of tolerance and moderation
- Strengthening connection with al-Azhar ash-Sharif as a world reference for moderate Islam
Registration Procedures:
- Registration through the platform according to published instructions
- Certificate of attendance and completion of previous levels
Note: In case of cancellation during the academic year, remaining fees are calculated at a rate of 100 euros for each academic month the student has begun.
Payment Method:
- Fees are paid in euros or dollars through bank transfer to the World Association for al-Azar Graduates
- Payment details in euros:
- Bank name: National Bank of Egypt – Al-Azhar University Branch
- Swift code: NBEGEGCX143
- Account number: 1433060285574800022
- IBAN: EG480003014330602855748000220
- Account name: The World Organization for al-Azhar Graduates – Distance Learning
- Payment details in dollars:
- Account name: The World Organization for al-Azhar Graduates
- Swift code: NBEGEGCX143
- Account number: 42 14331617091764040
- IBAN: EG6800030143316170917640404 20
- Payment receipts must be kept
- Separate payment must be made for each level
Proposed Academic Content (6 academic levels with 5 modules in each level)
| Level | Level title | Academic modules |
| 1 | Introduction to Islam | Creed (simplified creed)Introduction to Quranic SciencesProphetic Sirah (Meccan period)Ethics and BehaviorIntroduction to Religious Terminology |
| 2 | History of Legislation and Jurisprudence (fiqh) | History of LegislationJurisprudence (fiqh) of Worship (purification, prayer, fasting)Worship (zakat and hajj)Jurisprudence of Transactions (social and economic ethics)Interpretation (short surahs) |
| 3 | Sirah and History, Spirituality and Ethics | Prophetic Sirah (Medinan period)Prominent Figures in Islamic HistorySocial EthicsRefuting Misconceptions (1)Introduction to Islamic History and Civilization |
| 4 | Islamic Sciences and Coexistence | Quranic Sciences (reasons for revelation)Hadith and its SciencesHistory of Islam in Europe and FranceInterfaith DialogueIslamic Intellectual Currents |
| 5 | Contemporary Discussions and Muslim Positioning | Refuting Misconceptions (2)Applied Jurisprudence (personal status)Interpretation of Legal VersesDawah and Strategies of CommunicationJurisprudence (fiqh) of Disagreement |
| 6 | Applied Studies | Principles of Jurisprudence and Objectives of ShariahContemporary Fiqhi Issues (in the West)Leadership and Management in IslamUniversal Values in IslamResearch Project |
Examination Regulations:
- One online examination session is organized at the end of each level
- Examinations are in true/false format and multiple-choice tests via Google Form
- Examination requirements: completed registration, payment of fees, and a stable internet connection
- Examination results are displayed immediately after each test ends
- Passing requires obtaining at least 50/100 in each level
Grading System:
| Score out of 100 | Grade |
| 50 – 64 | Pass |
| 65 – 79 | Good |
| 80 – 89 | Very Good |
| 90 – 100 | Excellent |
Note: Students must pass all levels and pay all fees to obtain the course certificate
Educational Methods:
All lectures are delivered online and links are sent to students after registration confirmation. The weekly schedule is sent on the first day of study. For maximum benefit, please commit to attendance.
- Supplementary lectures for study materials help with:
- Explaining curricula and books
- Assisting students with individual work
- Answering questions
Contact Information: tr@waag-azhar.org- 01115188553
