ITQAN for teaching QURAN

Specialises in authentic Quranic recitation (Tajweed) with instructors holding ijaaza degrees connected to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).
About Itqan Institute
Founded in 2020, Itqan Institute is the first institution in Yorkshire to offer Ijaaza degrees, the highest certification in Quran memorisation and Tajweed, with authentic chains connected to Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). We specialise in teaching authentic Quranic recitation (Tajweed), and the majority of our instructors hold Ijaaza degrees themselves. Our courses are available for both male and female students.
Our mission
is to provide exceptional Tajweed education through the expertise of native Arabic teachers. We are dedicated to helping our students master the proper articulation (makharij) and characteristics (sifaat) essential for accurate Quranic recitation. Enrolling in our Advanced level enables students to obtain either an Ijaaza or Khatm certification. The Ijaaza certifies the full recitation of the Quran by heart with perfect Tajweed, maintaining a direct chain of transmission to the Prophet (pbuh). Khatm, on the other hand, certifies the full recitation of the Quran by looking with perfect Tajweed. Itqan Institute is proud to be among the first centres in West Yorkshire to offer the Ijaaza degree.
Courses
Beginner Level
The Beginner level introduces students to the basics of Quranic recitation. Students learn the Arabic alphabet, basic pronunciation, and more. There are no prerequisites to the Beginner level, just the sincere commitment and efforts of students enrolling.
Syllabus: Maki Qaida – Reading Surat Al- Borouj to Surat Al-nas (15 pages).
Duration: 60 hours in 30 sessions twice a week (15 weeks course).
Intermediate Level:
The Intermediate level builds upon the foundations of the Beginner level, focusing on improving reading fluency and refining pronunciation. The syllabus includes learning phonetic tajweed rules (pronunciation rules) and reciting short surahs. By completing this level, students will have a solid grasp of reading with fluency and will be ready for the Advanced level. Syllabus: Reading from surat Al-Borouj to Surat At-Taghabun fully with Tajweed.
Tajweed Syllabus: Phonetic Rules of Quranic Recitation made easy by Dr. Yahya Al-ghawthani.
Duration: 88 hours in total (60 hours reading + 28 hours theory) delivered in 44 sessions twice a week (22 weeks)
Advanced Level
The Advanced level is intended for students aiming to complete a full Khatm (by looking) or Ijaza (by heart). The Ijaza certificate will be issued upon completion of full recitation of the Quran by heart to the same teacher, in addition to attending and passing the Advanced Tajweed Theory course.
Syllabus: reading around 2 pages per session twice a week.
Duration: one hour per session twice a week for 45 weeks per year (3 years and half).
Advance Tajweed theory course
This Advanced Tajweed course is a compulsory component for all Advanced students. Offered over the course of one year, it consists of one hour of instruction each week, focusing on the precise rules of tajweed essential for proper Quranic recitation. With a minimum of 6 students required for the course, participants will follow the Illustrated Tajweed by Dr. Ayman Swaid syllabus, which provides a comprehensive framework for mastering tajweed. Students can enrol in this course at any point during their study program, ensuring they receive the support needed to enhance their recitation skills effectively.
Syllabus: Illustrated Tajweed by Dr. Ayman Swaid
Duration: Around one hour a week for one year (45 hours).