For International students, the Islamic Seminary offers two programs: (1) Long-term (2) Short-term (structured courses spanning over a limited timeframe) Long-term programs are of two types: (1) Howza system (2) Non-Howza system In Howza system, students cover Levels 1-5 (Ijtihad). In non-Howza system, students cover 2-year diploma, degree course, post-graduate…
Yes, you can attend short courses offered by several Islamic Institutes, colleges, and universities. For example, Al-Hikmah institute is responsible for holding many such courses in different languages. http://istes.miu.ac.ir/
Yes, there are a few options. If you wish to study at an Arabic school, it is certainly possible. After you finish your Farsi language course and the Introductory course, you can choose which school you would like to go to. At that time, you may opt to go to…
Yes. There are tons of self learning courses and tools available on the internet. In addition, you can go visit a local library and teach yourself beginners’ Farsi. There is a mobile app available by the name of ‘FastDic’ that you can install and get a jump start on your…
After successfully completing the Farsi language books, you will have to complete another 6 to 8 months of introductory howza course, referred to as the Tamhidiya Program. This is where your language skills will be solidified and you will get a flavor of howza classes. Subjects covered are: Arabic basic…
Before you start your religious studies, the Islamic Seminary sends all students to a language learning institute with the sole purpose of teaching students the Farsi language. The philosophy of the course is to teach Farsi using only Farsi. This means the teachers and books are only in Farsi and…
The majority of Iranians only speak Farsi, from shop owners to taxi drivers, it’s rare to find someone that knows any English. Also, the majority of your early studies will be in Farsi – thus learning Farsi is vital to your success as a foreign student in Qom. This may…
The short answer is no, you don’t need to know Arabic before starting your studies here. The long answer is that knowing Arabic, the language of the Quran, Prophet, and Imams is considered essential to Islamic studies. Knowing any Arabic before starting your studies will be a huge advantage for…
After completing Farsi language introductory course, your first 2-3 years courses at the Islamic Seminary will consist of general Islamic courses such as Arabic grammar, Aqaid (theology), History, Ahkam (laws), Mantiq (Logic), Quran Recitation. Afterward, you may be able to choose an area of specialization such as Philosophy and theology,…
From start to finish, if someone wishes to do a Ph.D., the program can take up to 12 years or more: Duration Program 6 to 8 months 4 to 6 months Farsi – Certificate of Completion Introductory Howza Course 4-5 years Bachelors Degree 2-3 years Masters Degree 5-6…