You can recite it. Now understand it. Structured English-medium courses that take you from reading Arabic letters to grasping the meaning of the Quran online, in person, or recorded.
You can recite it. Now understand it. Structured English-medium courses that take you from reading Arabic letters to grasping the meaning of the Quran online, in person, or recorded.
Most of us learned to recite the Quran as children, sound by sound, without meaning. It doesn't have to stay that way, there's a structured path here to take you from reciting to truly understanding.
September intake is now open.
Tell us which course fits and we'll send you everything you need to enrol.
Most of us learned to recite the Quran as children, sound by sound, without meaning. It doesn't have to stay that way, there's a structured path here to take you from reciting to truly understanding.
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Most of us learned to recite the Quran as children, sound by sound, without meaning. It doesn't have to stay that way, there's a structured path here to take you from reciting to truly understanding.
September intake is now open.
Tell us which course fits and we'll send you everything you need to enrol.
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"We finish Surahs in Salah without knowing what we've said to Allah. It doesn't have to stay that way."
How you'll learn
Progressive, structured instruction
Grammar and vocabulary from real Quranic examples, plus interactive Q&A. Every session is recorded, so you never fall behind.
In person (Dubai)
Live online
Recorded
Who it's for
An entry point for every level
Starting with zero Arabic, or already reciting fluently and want to understand every word — there's a course built for where you are.
Meet Your Teachers
Learn from qualified scholars
Our instructors bring years of traditional training and classroom experience to every course.
Co-Founder
Shaykh Mufti Tauqeer
Co-founder of Nur ul Ilm, Shaykh Mufti Tauqeer blends classical Islamic scholarship with a modern outlook. Trained in Alimiyyah and Ifta under eminent scholars, he also holds a Computer Engineering degree from Ohio State University and brings years of corporate leadership experience to his teaching.
Instructor
Mr. Aiman Iqbal
Arabic and Shariah graduate from Nur ul Ilm Academy. An ACCA, CIA, and CMA-qualified finance professional, serving as a Director at a multinational company. Teaches Quran, Hadith, Fiqh, and Arabic to youth and junior classes.
Instructor
Mr. Ameen
Graduate of Dar ul Uloom Zakariya (South Africa) specializing in Ifta. Authorized to teach major books of hadith by Mufti Raza ul Haq. Also holds qualifications in Islamic Finance and works as a Finance Coordinator in Dubai.
Instructor
Abdullah bin Tauqeer
Islamic scholar with graduate credentials in Arabic and Islamic studies. Currently completing his M.S. in Shariah, and teaching Arabic and Shariah Law at Nur ul Ilm Institute. Certified Shari'ah Advisor and Auditor, holding the AAOIFI fellowship.
Instructor
Mr. Abdullah Taimur
Aalimiyyah from Wifaq ul Madaris Pakistan, Master's in Accounting & Finance and ACCA. Runs an accounting and management consulting firm in the UAE.
Instructor
Mr. Samiullah
Arabic and Shariah graduate from Nur ul Ilm Academy. Holds a degree in Accounting & Finance and is Senior Manager in financial planning and analysis, passionate about applying Islamic principles to modern challenges.
Instructor
Mr. Omer Hayat
Arabic and Shariah graduate from Nur ul Ilm Academy. Combines Islamic scholarship with the discipline of business. ACCA-qualified and running his own company while sharing his knowledge as a teacher.
Instructor
Mr. Omer Hayat
Arabic and Shariah graduate from Nur ul Ilm Academy. Combines Islamic scholarship with the discipline of business. ACCA-qualified and running his own company while sharing his knowledge as a teacher.
Testimonials
What students say
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Learning Arabic and Deen at Nur ul Ilm has brought more discipline to my life, both personally and professionally, and a greater consciousness of Allah's commands in everything I do. Today my whole family is part of the NUI family.
Noaman Saleem
Internal Audit, Risk Management & Governance Professional · NUI student for 4+ years
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Understanding the Qur'an, especially during Taraweeh, is something that cannot be explained — it has to be experienced. This journey has been truly transformative, and it has helped me in my professional growth as well.
Mohammed Yasir Shariff
Civil Engineer, Head of Cost Control at a Dubai construction firm · NUI student for 4+ years
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NUI gives contemporary students access to classical knowledge — Quran, Hadith, Arabic, Sharia and spiritual sciences. The faculty are extremely competent and passionate, and the learning is highly customised to each student's needs.
Khurram Hilal
Global Executive Leader in Islamic Banking · NUI student for 7+ years
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The online format meant I never had to choose between my work, my family and my studies. Through two international relocations and demanding work, the recordings let me keep learning around my schedule — my circumstances changed, but my learning didn't have to stop.
Omair Nazeer
Business Management · NUI student for 7+ years
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Studying at Nur ul Ilm has given me companionship, purpose, and a deeper understanding of how I want to live and raise my family.
Omer Zakariya
Recruitment Leader · NUI student for 5+ years
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In this materialistic life where everyone is caught in a race, I believe Nur ul Ilm is no less than an ark of salvation. Here the thirst for knowledge is quenched, and through character-building sessions one is guided towards self-reformation.
Ahmad Hassan
Executive Finance Leader · NUI student for 7+ years
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The most important thing Nur ul Ilm gives us is the company of people who intend to become good human beings and good Muslims. For over ten years that company has helped me renew my intention almost daily and grow in the love and fear of Allah.
Mohammed Shadab Faisal
Engineering and Cybersecurity Professional · NUI student for 10+ years
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Studying with NUI has improved my personality, my social life and my interaction with my family. It has taught me to hold a bigger goal in life and to stay persistent even when things are difficult — lessons I now practise every day.
Dr. Inaam
Veterinary Doctor · NUI student for 7+ years
“
The most remarkable thing about learning at NUI is that it's very aligned and relevant to the life of today's youth. So we study in light of our lives today. And classes at NUI are like a distress chamber for me. It's not just peaceful to be in the company of our teachers but so full of fun.
Abdul Rauf
Executive Leader, Healthcare research & consulting · NUI student for 7+ years
Testimonials
What students say
"Learning Arabic and Deen at Nur ul Ilm has brought more discipline to my life, both personally and professionally, and a greater consciousness of Allah's commands in everything I do. Today my whole family is part of the NUI family."
Noaman Saleem
Internal Audit, Risk Management & Governance Professional · NUI Student for 4+ years
"Understanding the Qur'an, especially during Taraweeh, is something that cannot be explained — it has to be experienced. This journey has been truly transformative, and it has helped me in my professional growth as well."
Mohammed Yasir Shariff
Civil Engineer, Head of Cost Control at a Dubai construction firm · NUI student for 4+ years
"NUI gives contemporary students access to classical knowledge — Quran, Hadith, Arabic, Sharia and spiritual sciences. The faculty are extremely competent and passionate, and the learning is highly customised to each student's needs."
Khurram Hilal
Global Executive Leader in Islamic Banking · NUI student for 7+ years
"The online format meant I never had to choose between my work, my family and my studies. Through two international relocations and demanding work, the recordings let me keep learning around my schedule — my circumstances changed, but my learning didn't have to stop."
Omair Nazeer
Business Management · NUI student for 7+ years
"Studying at Nur ul Ilm has given me companionship, purpose, and a deeper understanding of how I want to live and raise my family."
Omer Zakariya
Recruitment Leader · NUI student for 5+ years
"In this materialistic life where everyone is caught in a race, I believe Nur ul Ilm is no less than an ark of salvation. Here the thirst for knowledge is quenched, and through character-building sessions one is guided towards self-reformation."
Ahmad Hassan
Executive Finance Leader · NUI student for 7+ years
"The most important thing Nur ul Ilm gives us is the company of people who intend to become good human beings and good Muslims. For over ten years that company has helped me renew my intention almost daily and grow in the love and fear of Allah."
Mohammed Shadab Faisal
Engineering and Cybersecurity Professional · NUI student for 10+ years
"Studying with NUI has improved my personality, my social life and my interaction with my family. It has taught me to hold a bigger goal in life and to stay persistent even when things are difficult — lessons I now practise every day."
Dr. Inaam
Veterinary Doctor · NUI student for 7+ years
“The most remarkable thing about learning at NUI is that it’s very aligned and relevant to the life of today’s youth. So we study in light of our lives today. And classes at NUI are like a distress chamber for me. It’s not just peaceful to be in the company of our teachers but so full of fun.”
Abdul Rauf
Executive Leader, Healthcare research & consulting · NUI student for 7+ years
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FAQ
Common questions
Do I need to know Arabic already?
For most courses, no — Quranic Sciences needs no Arabic at all, and Beginners only asks that you can read the Quran. Classical Arabic asks that you can read the Quran and write Arabic letters.
Will sessions be recorded?
Yes — all participants get recordings if they miss a live class.
Can I study from outside the UAE?
Yes — every course is available live online and on recordings, worldwide.