Islamic Studies: Prophetic Traditions (Hadith)

Study selected hadith with meaning, practice, and character development.

  • 6 levels
  • 48 weeks
  • 30 milestones

Who this is for

Students and adults who want structured hadith learning for faith, manners, and daily practice.

What you will be able to do

Understand and apply key prophetic teachings, build character and worship habits, and gain confidence studying hadith in a structured way.

Before you start

Islamic Studies: Essentials recommended but not required. Basic reading ability helps but is not required.

About this programme

This track introduces students to the Prophetic traditions through carefully selected hadith. Students learn the meaning, key vocabulary, practical lessons, and how to apply the guidance in daily life. Tutors keep the learning structured and simple, with milestone goals that are easy to track after each lesson.

The curriculum, level by level

  1. 1

    Level 1: Hadith Foundations (Meaning, Purpose, Adab)

    8 weeks

    Student can define key terms, explain why Hadith matters, and quote with proper care.

    • Hadith Set 1: What is Hadith, Sunnah, and Athar 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 2: Isnad and Matn (Parts of a Hadith) 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 3: Practical Authenticity Basics 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 4: Adab and Safe Quoting 1 weeks
    • Level 1 Assessment: Foundations Check Assessment 1 weeks
  2. 2

    Level 2: Preservation and Sources (How Scholars Verified Hadith)

    8 weeks

    Student can explain reliability basics and reference hadith sources in the class format.

    • Hadith Set 1: Narrators and Trust Basics 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 2: Common Types (Intro Level) 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 3: Why Grading Can Differ 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 4: Referencing and Sources (Collection Overview) 1 weeks
    • Level 2 Assessment: Preservation Basics Assessment 1 weeks
  3. 3

    Level 3: Hadith of Worship (Purification, Prayer, Fasting)

    8 weeks

    Student explains meanings and applies the hadith guidance to real situations.

    • Hadith Set 1: Purification and Cleanliness 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 2: Prayer and Focus 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 3: Fasting and Self Control 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 4: Dhikr and Daily Sunnah Habits 1 weeks
    • Level 3 Assessment: Worship Application Assessment 1 weeks
  4. 4

    Level 4: Hadith of Character (Akhlaq and Manners)

    8 weeks

    Student demonstrates correct understanding and commits to practical behavior improvements.

    • Hadith Set 1: Honesty and Speech 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 2: Patience and Anger Control 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 3: Mercy, Humility, Gratitude 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 4: Respect and Good Conduct 1 weeks
    • Level 4 Assessment: Character Application Assessment 1 weeks
  5. 5

    Level 5: Hadith of Family and Community (Rights and Responsibilities)

    8 weeks

    Student explains meanings and shows practical understanding of rights and responsibilities.

    • Hadith Set 1: Parents, Children, and Family Bonds 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 2: Neighbors, Guests, and Community Etiquette 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 3: Justice, Fairness, Avoiding Harm 2 weeks
    • Hadith Set 4: Work and Money Ethics 1 weeks
    • Level 5 Assessment: Rights and Responsibilities Assessment 1 weeks
  6. 6

    Level 6: Memorization and Teaching Readiness (Selected Hadith Set)

    8 weeks

    Student can recite a selected set from memory, explain meanings, and apply them safely.

    • Hadith Memorization Set A (Teacher Selected) 2 weeks
    • Hadith Memorization Set B (Teacher Selected) 2 weeks
    • Explaining Hadith Safely (Context and Limits) 2 weeks
    • Review and Consolidation (Full Set Review) 1 weeks
    • Final Assessment: Track Completion Assessment 1 weeks

Common questions

How long does Islamic Studies: Prophetic Traditions (Hadith) take?
The full programme is 48 weeks — roughly 11 months — split across 6 levels. Your own pace depends on how often you have lessons and how much you practise between them, so treat this as the planned length rather than a deadline.
Do I need anything before I start?
Islamic Studies: Essentials recommended but not required. Basic reading ability helps but is not required.
How often are the lessons?
You agree the schedule with your teacher. Most students take one or two lessons a week; the durations shown here assume that pace, and a slower or faster schedule simply moves the finish line.
How is progress tracked?
The programme is broken into 30 milestones. Your teacher marks each one as you reach it, so you can always see where you are rather than guessing.

Ready to start?

Pick a teacher who runs this programme and book a first lesson. You can change teacher later without losing your place in the curriculum.

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