The Foundations Program

A full time, one-year online Islamic Studies course designed to
anchor individuals of any background with the fundamentals of their faith.

Comprehensive

A full time 9-month journey covering the essentials of Islamic Knowledge: Qur’an, Hadith, Fiqh (Islamic Law), Theology, and Islamic History.

Accessible

All classes are taught online by qualified Islamic scholars making Islamic education accessible right from your own home, without location barriers. 

Structured

Classes run Monday-Thursday,
from 9 AM - 2 PM (CT), with breaks on federal holidays, ensuring a structured and steady pace.

Community-Focused

The Foundations program goes beyond academics, fostering a a supportive online community for faith and learning.

What makes the Foundations curriculum unique?

No Pre-requisites 

This program offers a structured curriculum with no Arabic requirement, making core subjects clear and accessible for all learners, regardless of their background. 

Post-Caliphate History

The Foundations Program examines Islamic history beyond the Seerah and Caliphate, drawing practical lessons from great Muslim dynasties like the Abbasids, Ottomans, Al-Andalus, and Ottomans.

Qur'anic Vocabulary

Students learn 80% of Qur'anic vocabulary through a word-for-word study of Juz 29 and 30, deepening their connection to prayer and the Qur’an. An optional memorization track helps solidify this transformative learning.

Fiqh beyond Worship

This course explores Fiqh beyond worship, covering family law, business ethics, and financial transactions. By studying these often overlooked areas of Fiqh, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of how Islamic law apply to real-world situations.

A Holistic Learning Experience

Foundations students use a dedicated learning portal to access readings, slides, quizzes, and instructor feedback.

Students can attend class live (synchronously) at designated class times and through class recordings (asynchronously) which ensures flexibility for students with busy schedules. The organized student platform keeps everything in one place for a seamless learning experience.

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

O V E R V I E W

The Foundations Schedule

Timings remain the same for both fall and spring term but courses alternate. 

01

 9:00 - 9:50 AM CT 

The Prophetic Biography & Islamic History 

02

10:00 - 10:50 AM CT

Islamic Law &  Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence 

03

11:00 - 11:50 AM CT

Introduction to Hadith Sciences  & Theology 

04

1:00 - 1:50 PM CT 

Qur'anic Sciences | Study of Juz 29 & 30 

Meet the Instructors

Shaykh ABdulnasir Jangda


Shaykh AbdulNasir Jangda is the Founder and President of Qalam. He is a faculty member at the Qalam Seminary as well as the Qalam Academy. Born and raised in Dallas, he currently resides there with his wife and three children. He memorized the Qur’an in Karachi at an early age. After high school, he returned to Karachi to study the Islamic sciences full-time at Jamia Binoria. He graduated from the rigorous ‘alim program in 2001 at the top of his class. He then completed specializations in Fiqh and Tafsir. He also attained a B.A. and M.A. in Arabic from Karachi University while completing a Masters in Islamic Studies from the University of Sindh. 


Ustadha Fatima Lette


Ustadha Fatima Lette is an instructor at Qalam- at the Academy, the Seminary, and at Qalam's intensives. She graduated from Kennesaw State University with a B.A. in Psychology. She went on to graduate from the ‘Alimiyyah program at the Qalam Seminary. Born and raised in Atlanta, GA, she continues to serve her community as a teacher at the Roswell Community Masjid. She is also a teacher at the Roots Community Space while also overseeing the Education department's mission by managing high-level operations and supporting curriculum and instructional design.



UsTADH ABDELRAHMAN MURPHY


Ustadh AbdelRahman Murphy is the Director of Community at Roots and the Masjid at Qalam. Through his work at Roots, he is committed to creating a welcoming environment, offering meaningful programs, and nourishing the hearts and minds of everyone who walks through the doors. Born and raised in Chicago, Ustadh AbdelRahman holds Bachelor’s Degrees in Education and Religious Studies. Over the past decade, he has pursued traditional Islamic studies under the mentorship of scholars, most notably Shaykh AbdulNasir Jangda. He has served the community in full-time roles as a youth director, chaplain, imam, and now as the Director of Community. He currently resides in Dallas with his wife and two children.

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