1. Course Overview
From Sayyidah Khadijah's unwavering support and Sayyidah Aisha's premier juridical authority to Fatima al-Fihri's founding of the world's oldest university, Muslim women have been at the forefront of Islamic civilization. Taught by our senior female scholar, this course recovers their inspiring biographies from primary sources.
2. Who Is This Course For?
Muslim women, students of gender and sacred law, and everyone seeking historical truth over misconceptions.
3. Learning Outcomes
By completing this structured course, you will achieve:
4. Syllabus & Curriculum Breakdown
Structured one-on-one progression overseen directly by your assigned instructor:
Module 1: The Prophet's Household: Khadijah & Aisha (RA)
The first believer, economic and emotional anchor; Aisha's scholastic brilliance, memory, and jurisprudence.
Module 2: The Mothers of the Believers & Daughters of the Prophet
Sawda, Hafsa, Umm Salama, Zaynab, Juwayriya, Safiyya, Maymuna, and the noble legacy of Sayyidah Fatima.
Module 3: Female Companions (Sahabiyyat) in Action
Nusaybah bint Ka'b (defense of Prophet), Asma bint Abi Bakr, Rufaydah al-Aslamiyyah (medicine and field nursing).
Module 4: Female Scholars, Founders & Leaders Across History
Fatima al-Fihri (University of al-Qarawiyyin), Shuhdah al-Katibah, female jurists, and modern role models.
5. Classical Texts & Reference Works
Rooted in authentic classical scholarship, this course references the following authoritative sources:
- Al-Muhaddithat: The Women Scholars in Islam (Dr. Akram Nadwi selections)
6. Your Instructor
Molana In'aam Ullah
Alim-e-Deen from Jamia Darul Uloom with over 6 years of focused pedagogy in Quran translation, exegesis, and Islamic ethics.
View Full Faculty Profile →7. Academic Details
Prerequisites
None.
Certificate of Completion
Certificate in Women's Scholastic & Historical Heritage in Islam.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mothers of the Believers & Women in Islamic History is taught exclusively as live 1-on-1 online classes, not group sessions. Every lesson is a private video session with your teacher, so the pace, explanations and corrections are tailored to your level and goals.
Mothers of the Believers & Women in Islamic History is taught by Molana In'aam Ullah, Senior Lecturer in Tafsir & Quranic Studies at HF Nexus Academy. All our teachers are certified Islamic scholars trained in traditional institutions. When booking your free trial you can choose a male or female tutor preference, and our admissions team will confirm availability for this course.
Yes. Mothers of the Believers & Women in Islamic History lessons are scheduled in your local time, whether you live in North America, the UK, Europe, Australia, or the Arabian Gulf. Classes can be arranged on weekdays or weekends, in the morning or evening, to fit around work, school and family commitments.
Mothers of the Believers & Women in Islamic History typically takes 3 Months of consistent 1-on-1 study at the All Levels level. The curriculum is organized into 4 modules: The Prophet's Household: Khadijah & Aisha (RA); The Mothers of the Believers & Daughters of the Prophet; Female Companions (Sahabiyyat) in Action; Female Scholars, Founders & Leaders Across History. Your teacher adjusts the pace to your weekly class frequency and progress.
Mothers of the Believers & Women in Islamic History is recommended for: Muslim women, students of gender and sacred law, and everyone seeking historical truth over misconceptions. Prerequisites: None.
Yes. On completing Mothers of the Believers & Women in Islamic History, students are awarded: Certificate in Women's Scholastic & Historical Heritage in Islam. Awards are issued by HF Nexus Academy based on your teacher's assessment of your progress.
Yes. You can book a free 30-minute 1-on-1 trial class for Mothers of the Believers & Women in Islamic History with no payment details required. During the trial your teacher assesses your current level and goals and recommends a study plan; after that, our admissions team confirms your regular schedule so you can begin lessons.
Curriculum Pathways & Related Courses
This course is part of our structured Seerah & Islamic History curriculum. You can also explore our step-by-step Curated Learning Paths or continue your studies with these related courses: