al-Ma’rifa Institute

Why We Exist?

To nurture a community of intellectually and spiritually empowered Muslims who are rooted in the timeless teachings of the Muhammadan Way. 

What we do?

To impart holistic, relevant, and transformative education that aligns students with a classical Islamic worldview, which enhances their lived experience of the Deen. 

Who we are?

We are Al-Ma’rifa institute – a traditional Islamic education provider. We serve the ever-growing intellectual and spiritual needs of the Muslim community. 

We equip Muslim students with transformative knowledge, connecting them to Islamic scholarship through the study of classical texts in a way that is contextually relevant.  

We stand with our students at every stage of their intellectual and spiritual journeys. We empower them with the tools and skills required to process and navigate the modern age through a Prophetic lens.  

Together, we’re creating a community that is imbued with a deep love of Prophetic guidance, a desire to embody it, and a firm resolution to convey  it to others. 

Al-Ma’rifa makes classical knowledge accessible, enriching lives, strengthening faith, and helping young Muslims fulfil the Prophetic mandate.

Meet Our Talented Team

Our passionate and dedicated team brings together a diverse range of skills and expertise to deliver exceptional results. From creative visionaries to meticulous strategists, we work seamlessly together to meet and exceed our clients expectations.

Shaykh Bilal Hussain

Lecturer

Shaykh Waqas Amin

Lecturer

Shaykh Qasim Fareed

Lecturer

OUR PROGRAMS

Formal Learning

We teach you the essential skills and islamic knowledge you need to lay the groundwork for your traditional scholarship journey.

Short Courses

We help you understand the pressing issues of today’s world so you can navigate modern ideas in a classical islamic worldview.

Knowledge Intensives

Our spiritual retreats are designed to translate outward practice into inward transformation by combining formal learning with authentic practice.

Our Values

Authentic Orthodoxy

We stay true to the core principles of Islam. 

That means we follow an authentic and orthodox approach, where our teachings are deeply rooted in traditional scholarship.

Scholarly Excellence

Our scholars hold the highest standards of excellence.

Everything we teach is authentically passed down through generations of trusted scholars, providing a reliable and verifiable link to original sources.

Prophetic Tradition

The Muhammadan way is at our core.

It’s the beating heart of our institute, guiding everything we do. Our teachings and practices are deeply rooted in the example of the Prophet ﷺ, helping ground us in authenticity and compassion.

Tailored Learning

Learning is never one-size fits all. 

We’re driven by a genuine desire to serve you. That’s why we place our students at the heart of the learning experience. Your needs and growth are prioritised at every stage so you can excel at a pace that suits you.

Modern Relevance

Islam isn’t out of touch. Nor are we. 

Our curriculum is designed to stay relevant to contemporary life, helping you tackle the questions of today. We make sure our deen isn’t part of a distant tradition but a living, breathing part of everyday Muslim life.