•     Spring Foundation Scholarship Fund

In order to qualify for the scholarship fund students must display a genuine willingness to learn and have ample time and energy to dedicate to seeking knowledge. Imam al-Shafi’i described the qualities of a successful student of knowledge in the following terms:

“My brother you shall not attain knowledge except with six (qualities) I shall inform you of their meanings with clarity: intelligence (Dhakaa’); desire and willingness (Hirs); diligence and hard work (Ijtihad); sufficiency and competence (Bulgha); companionship of a teacher (Suhbatu Ustadh); and abundant time (Tul al-Zaman)” (Translated from Diwan al-Shafi’i)

It is our hope to seek out students who fulfil all the six qualities outlined by Imam al-Shafi’i in the above poem. Therefore through our thorough and careful selection process we hope to bring together the most excellent students who are committed, apt and intelligent.
 
The following are some formal and basic eligibility requirements which we expect from all our applicants:

Criterion for our first work stream:

• Graduated with a degree or equivalent in Islamic studies
• Any further professional training undertaken
• Be able to provide at least two references from a reputable scholar, teacher, or a community leader
• Adhere to the Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jama'ah school

Criterion for the second work stream:

• Studied at least  A-level (or degree) or equivalent
• Studied minimum 2 Islamic sciences comprehensively (preferably tajweed and Arabic)
• 1 year (or more) community / voluntary work undertaken
• Memorised at least juzz ‘amma
• Studied basic fiqh and Aqidah with a reputable scholar/institution
• Be able to provide at least two references from a reputable scholar, teacher, or a community leader
• Adhere to the Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jama'ah

All applicants will also need to provide us with the necessary documents requested in the application. Successful candidates will then go through an assessment and interview with the SF scholarship panel.

•     Courses and Activities

There are no entry requirements for our courses and activities as they are open to all those who are willing to learn and enhance their knowledge of Islam. However SF may charge nominal fees for some of the courses in order to cover for the cost of course materials and also to pay the teachers.  Our volunteers will recieve free courses in all the fardu 'ayn subjects as well as exclusive access to the teachers and shuyukhs through special private sessions.To volunteer please click Here.