Does the institute cater for female students?
Yes. The Madina Institute views Islamic education as a priority for all Muslims and as such will ensure that sisters are comfortable and feel welcome at our institute.
Is it feasible to complete this Intensive program successfully with a spouse & children?
Yes. Students with families may find it feasible to study at the Madina Institute, and we can assist those coming from out of town in housing and other accommodations required upon acceptance into the program. Students from countries like the US & UK will find…
How do I go about applying for a Visa to South Africa?
More information on this coming soon, insha’Allah.
How do I apply for financial support/bursary?
Please fill in the “Financial assistance” section of the bursary form and submit with all supporting documentation.
Does the program cater to Beginner-Level students of Arabic & Islam?
Yes. You will find that the courses begin from the Beginner’s Level, but they progress quickly and continuously draw upon lessons previously learned in order to review, strengthen and percolate the information covered over the year, so as to take a student to an advanced…
What is the Madina Methodology?
AQEEDAH Methodology – Ashari / Maturidi / Non-Anthropomorphist Ath’ari FIQH Methodology – Shaafi / Hanafi / Maliki / Hanafi TASSAWUF Methodology – Junaidi/Ghazali
Is there a Part-Time program available for Usul-ud-Din students? Are there ‘Distance Learning’ classes?
No, there is no Part-Time program in the Usul-ud-Din program, however local community members in Cape Town are free to attend classes whenever they like (provided they sign the welcome register and abide by Madina’s code of conduct). All classes are taught on-campus, so that…
Will the institute provide students with suitable accommodation?
Unfortunately we do not offer accommodation.
How much are tuition fees for the Usul-ud-Din Intensive, and what are the Madina Institute’s banking details?
Tuition Fees for the year are ZAR 36,000 (or ZAR 3,000 per month). Text books are not included in this fee. Banking Details: BANK : ABSA ACC NAME : MADINA INSTITUTE NPC ACC NUMBER: 4092570277 BRANCH CODE: 632005 Ref:MI (Name and Surname)
What time does lectures start and end?
Lectures will start at 7h30 and end at 15h30 Mondays to Thursdays. Fridays run from 7h30 – Jumu’ah. Saturdays run from 09h00 – 13h00.