Islam Intensive

An ongoing deep dive into various Islamic Sciences

""When I say that Ustadh Ismail Kamdar was, all things considered, the best teacher I had...and one of the best teachers I had the blessing of studying under, I am in no way exaggerating, as will be testified by hundreds of other students!"

- Tabassum, Student of Aqeedah and Tafseer

Islam Intensive is a weekly on-going deep-dive into various Islamic Sciences, co-hosted by Islamic Self Help, Baitul Hikmah and Islamic Forum SA. The purpose of this course is to provide continuous Islamic Education that improves the lives of the attendees.

Topics covered thus far:

  • Introduction to the Islamic Sciences - 4 Hours
  • Usul al-Fiqh (Principles of Fiqh) - 9 Hours
  • Maqasid al-Shariah (Goals of Islamic Law) - 7 Hours
  • Qawa'id al-Fiqhiyyah (Legal Fiqh Maxims) - 5 Hours
  • Ramadan Preparation - 5 Hours
  • Aqeedah al-Tahawiyah - 12 Hours

Upcoming subjects include:

  • History of Islam (2021 Topic)
  • Refutation of Atheism
  • Purification of the Soul
  • Sciences of the Quran
  • Nawawi's Forty Hadith

This is an ongoing program which includes the following features:

  • Access to recordings of all previous classes on demand
  • PDF notes for most subject
  • Test Yourself Section for revision and improving understanding
  • A new 45-70 minute lesson added weekly

Join the class today to begin your deep dive into the world of Islamic Knowledge. All that is required is a $10 monthly subscription fee to help cover the cost of production and hosting.

If you wish to join the course but cannot afford the fee, email me at [email protected] and I will assist you as best I can. Our goal is to provide high quality Islamic Education to the ummah at an affordable rate.


Your Instructor


Ismail Kamdar
Ismail Kamdar

Shaykh Ismail Kamdar is a graduate of a traditional Alim program (Talimuddin, 2006) and also holds a Bachelor's in Islamic Studies (IOU, 2014). He has studied Islam in both traditional and modern settings and has been a student of Islamic Studies for over two decades.

He began studying Islam full-time at the age of thirteen, began preaching at the age of sixteen, and wrote his first book at the age of twenty-three. Over the years, he has taught multiple courses and seminars around the world and has worked with multiple leading Islamic organizations across the globe.

He served as faculty manager at the International Open University for ten years, from 2010 to 2020. He currently works full-time as a research manager at Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research.

Over the years, Shaykh Ismail has worked for/with Dr. Bilal Philips, Dr. Omar Suleiman, Dr. Yasir Qadhi, and many other influential Islamic scholars from around the world. He recently co-authored an ebook with Dr. Omar Suleiman, and produced several online courses for Muslim Central. His book are currently available in three different languages, and sold across five continents, in twenty-five different countries.


"Sheikh Ismail Kamdar is highly professional, dedicated, disciplined and knowledgeable. He is one of the very best tutors..."

- Yasmeen, Student of Aqeedah, Tafseer, and Fiqh

Course Curriculum


  Introduction
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  History of Islam - 2021
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  Introduction to Islamic Sciences
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  Usul al-Fiqh
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  Maqasid al-Shariah
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  Fiqh Maxims
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  Ramadan Preparation Series
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  Revision Sessions
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  Introduction To Classical Islamic Works
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  Theology - Aqeedah at-Tahawiyah
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
How do I cancel my subscription?
Simply email us at [email protected] and we will cancel your subscription within 48 hours of receiving your email.

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