Islamic institutes and madrassa in Singapore.

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Key facts about Singapore:
1) Singapore until 1965 used to be part of Malaysia. Crossing into Malaysia from Singapore is quite easy, owing to the close proximity. You can reach Johor Bahru (Malaysia) from Woodlands (Singapore) on bus within 10-15 mins.
2) 15% of the total popoulation in Singapore are Muslims. 80-90% of whom are ethnic Malay, whereas the rest 10-20% are majority Tamil Muslims, and also other races like Bengali,
3) Islamic activities and mosquues in Singapore are administered MUIS (Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura), a government committee.
4) Unlike Western countries, Islamophobia here is near to zero.
5) Singapore boost to be a mix of Chinese and Western culture. And this factor can be of advantage, if you are also looking for part time work, full time studies or full time work, part time studies. Therefore, assuming you have some decent skills and qualification, getting casual or office job should not be big hurdle. And this can therefore help to pay off your living and studies cost.
However given the high living cost in Singapore, studies-only approach should be given a double thought.

Prevalent Islamic mindset and culture:
An absolute majority of the local Muslims belong to the Shafae madhab. Al-Azhar University is deeply respected by the locals. The Muslims here have a very tolerant approach towards Islam. Every year, MUIS, offers scholarship to 10-15 local students to complete their studies in Al-Azhar University. Those who can not travel to an Arab country, normally go to Malaysia to complete their Islamic studies.

The mindset therefore of Muslims here is hybrid Egyptian and Malaysian in nature.

Nearly every masjid here have regular evening classes for kids and adults. And Mawlid gathering.

Employment prospect:
DISCLAIMER: Information on employment provided to the best of my knowledge, please double check.
You may consider Landed Permanent Residence (LPR) scheme if you have a university qualification and prefer to come here with family on a full time job part time studies approach, or the Student pass, if you want to focus on full time studies, part time job approach.
Please check the following URL for more info:
http://www.smcmc.com
http://www.ica.gov.sg

Generally speaking, for a casual job in food court or retail store, you can earn upto S$ 1000-1500/month. For more professional entry-middle level anything between S$3000-4500/month goes.

Unemployment is a near-unheard phenomenon here. Everyone known to me, gets a job somehow and somewhere or the other. Bear in mind, that the current unemployment rate is around 2-3%.



Islamic institute in Singapore:
1) Centre for Islamic Management Studies. http://www.cimss.com.sg
Offers the following courses:
PG Diploma in Islamic Studies,
PG Diploma in Sharia and Law,
and Certificate in Islamic Banking.

Awarding Body: International Islamic University, Malaysia.

2) PERDAUS, http://www.perdaus.org.sg
Offers Diploma in Shariah (part-time) over 4-5 years. After which candidate can gain entry in to year 3 of Al-Azhar university.
UNFORTUNATELY, COURSES IN THIS INSTITUTES ARE OFFERED IN MALAY LANGUAGE.

3) Institut Pengajian Islam Pergas, http://www.ipipergas.com
Offers Bachelors in Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Heritage, over a period of 4.5 years. This program, even though claiming to be full time, is actually part time in nature. Classes are conducted on the weekend. Awarding Body: International Islamic University Malaysia.

The same course if taken in Malaysia can be completed in 3 years.

4) Institut Pengajian Tinggi Al-Zuhri, http://www.zuhri.com.sg/
Offers the equivalent of A-levels/ American High school/college level education. Not sure if they offer courses in English or Malay. Please contact the institute for more information.

5) Cluster of full-fledge Madrassa for children,
These madrassa are equivalent of school. Students in the madrassa are offered both Singapore curriculum (Singapore O-level, equivalent to the UK GCSE; A-levels and professional subjects) and Islamic studies (Arabic, Fiqh, Quran, Hadith). Therefore, students at the end of their studies can choose to either enter professional subjects like science, engineering, business, humanities and arts in universities or pursue to be Aalim/ Aaalima, by traveling to Malaysia/ Egypt.

a- Madrasah Aljunied Al-Islamiah, http://www.aljunied.edu.sg/
b- Madrasah Wak Tanjong Al Islamiah, http://www.mwtai.edu.sg/
c- Alsagoff Al-Islamiah Madrasah, http://www.madrasah.edu.sg/alsagoff.html
d- Madrasah Al-Maarif Al-Islamiah http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madrasah_Al-Maarif_Al-Islamiah
e- Madrasah Al-Tahzibiah Al-Islamiah
f- Madrasah Al-Irsyad Al-Islamiah http://www.irsyad.sg
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madrasah_Al-Irsyad_Al-Islamiah
g- Al-Khairiah Islamic School
h- Madrasah Al-Arabiah Al-Islamiah http://www.mai-edu.net/joomla/



Key Islamic Centres of interest:
a- MUIS- government run organisation, which works for the welfare of Muslims in Singapore. http://www.muis.gov.sg
b- Dar ul Arqam (Muslim Converts’ Association of Singapore)- Probably the first stop for foreigner Muslim. Very well known and established organisation. Offers variety of activities and educational program. http://www.darul-arqam.org.sg
c- Darul Ihsan Orphanage- Offers good opportunity for those looking to volunteer in welfare activities. http://www.darulihsan.org/
d- The Arab Association Singapore, http://www.alwehdah.org/
e- As-Siddiq Centre for Islamic Studies, organizes Islamic events, and educational classes for the general public. http://simplyislam.com.sg



Places of interest:
1) Tomb (Mazaar) of Sheikh Habib Nuh (RAA), also known as the "Saint of Singapore." Sheikh Hisham Kabbani is known to visit the mazaar, each time he visits Singapore.
2) The Nagore Durgha, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nagore_Durgha
3) Arab Street, and Sultan Mosque: This quarter of Singapore, adjacent to Little India, Baghdad Street and Muscat Street, potrays a mixture of Arab and Malay cultural background, with its street restaurant, shops selling Persian carpets, traditional Qawa tea, and Arab food. Also popular amongst the Western tourist.

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[muhibalrasool]

Assalaam Alaikum,

great info.. thanks...
so all the studies in singapore are in malay only..
is that correct or is some courses offered maybe in english with a touch of arabic?

barakallahu feekom