Accessible Islamic Studies

Learn, grow, and deepen your Islamic knowledge—anytime, anywhere, at any level. IOK Seminary Part-Time is now IOK Access.

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Winter Intensive Onsite. Online. On-Demand.
Sahih al-Bukhari Winter Intensive

Sahih al-Bukhari

Join us as we explore the life of Al-Imam Al-Bukhari, one of the greatest scholars of Hadith, and his magnum opus, Sahih Al-Bukhari. Dec 12–18, 2025. 7:00–10:00 pm. Onsite at Institute of Knowledge.

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IOK Access Courses

IOK Access offers foundational courses in Classical Arabic, Fiqh, Hadith, Qur’an, and Spiritual Refinement—designed to help students build a strong base in Islamic learning. With once-a-week classes and flexible onsite, online, and on-demand options, IOK Access makes higher Islamic education accessible for busy learners seeking steady, meaningful growth. Explore our latest courses below!

Onsite at Institute of Knowledge

Join us at our home Institute of Knowledge in Diamond Bar, CA starting this December, 2025.

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QRN 100 Quran

Quran Recitation for Men

  • Instructor: Shaykh Zaid Khan
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

One-on-one Quran recitation for men to improve tajwid and fluency.

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QRN 101 Quran

Quran Recitation for Women

  • Instructor: Hafidhah Manaal Syed
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

One-on-one Quran recitation for women to improve tajwid and fluency.

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JRP 108 Fiqh

History and Development of the Hanafi Madhhab

  • Instructor: Shaykh Zaid Khan
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

Comprehensive introduction to the Hanafi Madhhab—its history, method, and relevance.

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LQA 101 Arabic

Lisan al-Quran Year 1

Trimester 2*
  • Instructor: Ustadh Hamzah Abbas
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

Building a foundation in Arabic grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.

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LQA 102 Arabic

Lisan al-Quran Year 2

Trimester 2*
  • Instructor: Shaykh Mudassir Mayet
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

Advancing Arabic through verbs, morphology, and practical grammar application.

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ARB 101 Arabic

Qasas Al-Nabiyyin

Trimester 2*
  • Instructor: Shaykh Bilal Bhakhrani
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

Applying Arabic grammar through Qaṣas al-Nabiyyīn—stories of the prophets.

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*These courses are for students who have successfully completed the 1st Trimester course. If you'd like to begin your journey learning the Arabic language, check out our prerecorded classes here.

Onsite at The Village (ICOI)

Join us at the Islamic Center of Irvine’s community hub The Village in Irvine, CA starting this December, 2025.

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SPR-101 Tazkiyah

Intro to Islamic Spirituality

  • Instructor: Dr. Omar Qureshi
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

Spiritual awakening through the Qur’an, Sunnah, and timeless wisdom—guiding the heart from heedlessness to divine light.

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LQA 101 Arabic

Lisan al-Quran Year 1

Trimester 2*
  • Instructor: Shaykh Bilal Bhakhrani
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

Building a foundation in Arabic grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.

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*These courses are for students who have successfully completed the 1st Trimester course. If you'd like to begin your journey learning the Arabic language, check out our prerecorded classes here.

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IOK Takhassus Courses

The Graduate Certificate in Islamic Thought and Scholarship is a year-long hybrid program combining classical ijazah-based learning with modern academic study. Guided by Dr. Omar Qureshi, students explore the Qur’an, Hadith, Law, Theology, and Islam’s engagement with modernity—building the depth and perspective needed for advanced scholarship and community leadership. Explore our latest courses below!

Onsite Location: Institute of Knowledge

GITS-503 Theology

Understanding God in Islam

The Doctrines, Schools, and Debates that Shaped Sunni Theology

  • Instructor: Dr. Omar Qureshi
  • Dates: Dec 3, 2025 – Feb 11, 2026

Explore the intellectual heart of the Islamic tradition.

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GITS-504 Law

Inside Islamic Law

The Foundations, Methods, and Historical Development of the Four Sunni Schools

  • Instructor: Dr. Omar Qureshi
  • Dates: Dec 6, 2025 – Feb 28, 2026

Explore the intellectual architecture of the Sharia.

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Attend the class in person at one of our locations to benefit from the academic environment and take advantage of direct access to the instructor.

ONLINE

Live far away or not able to attend in person for any reason? Simply login to our eClassroom featuring live HD streamed video and participate as if you were in class.

ON-DEMAND

Does your work or school schedule conflict with class timings? All classes are archived in HD quality video for you to access at your own convenience. Many classes offered as self-paced study format.