Course Overview

  • Synopsis

    This course explores the necessity of following a madhab (legal school of thought), rooted in the way of the Salaf, Qur'an, and Sunnah. It examines scholarly proofs, showing how madhabs guide jurisprudence and ensure proper practice.

  • Aims

    This course aims to equip students with a clear understanding of the scriptural, scholarly, and historical proofs supporting adherence to a madhab, enabling them to grasp its importance in Islamic law and practice, while addressing misconceptions.

  • Entry Requirements

    This course is intended for all students of knowledge.

Course Structure




Study Mode Online
Course Duration 6 Lessons
Cost Free 
Instructor Shaykh Noorud-deen Rashid
Textbook In-house course notes


All lesson recordings available on-demand!

Topics Covered




Lesson 1
What is a Madhab?
Lesson 2 Why Follow a Madhab?
Lesson 3 Brief Biographies
Lesson 4 What is Taqleed?
Lesson 5 Difference of Opinion
Lesson 6
Advice to Students


Learning Outcomes

Learn traditional Islamic knowledge in a thorough, practical and transforming way

  • Understand the concept and role of a madhab in Islamic jurisprudence.

  • Identify key scriptural and scholarly proofs for following a madhab.

  • Understand the historical context behind the formation of madhabs.

  • Learn to differentiate between independent reasoning (ijtihad) and following a madhab (taqlid).

  • Appreciate the diversity of legal thought within Islam while maintaining unity.

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Shaykh Noorud-deen Rashid

Senior Instructor

Shaykh Noorud-deen Rashid graduated from Middlesex University with a joint BA Hons Degree in Accounting and Finance with Business Economics. Additionally, he completed a PGCE at Warwick University and taught for a number of years at Luton Sixth Form College. Meanwhile, he continued his Islamic education on a part time basis. In 2007, Shaykh Noorud-deen was blessed with the opportunity to travel abroad and study with some of the leading scholars of Syria.
Shaykh Noord-Deen Rashid

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FAQs

  • How long is this course?

    This course is based on 6 lessons. Students can join any time and access all previous lessons.

  • What do I need to access this course?

    All you need is a reliable internet connection and access to a personal computer, tablet or phone – our online courses are responsive and designed to work across all platforms. We also recommend that you study the courses somewhere quiet so that you can concentrate and get the most out of the rich, helpful information they contain.

  • Do I require additional resources?

    No.

  • Will there be recording available if I miss a class?

    Yes. Recordings of each lesson will be uploaded within 48 hours. All recordings will remain accessible for the academic year.

  • Will I get a qualification or ijazah?

    If you complete the course, you will receive a certificate of completion.

  • I'm not in the UK, does that matter?

    No, absolutely not – in fact that’s one of the main reasons we developed our online courses, so that more people from around the world could benefit from our training.

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