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World-Class Islamic Scholarship for the Modern World

يَرْفَعِ ٱللَّهُ ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ مِنكُمْ وَٱلَّذِينَ أُوتُوا۟ ٱلْعِلْمَ دَرَجَـٰتٍۢ ۚ وَٱللَّهُ بِمَا تَعْمَلُونَ خَبِيرٌۭ  

“Allah will elevate those of you who are faithful, and (raise) those gifted with knowledge in rank. And Allah is All-Aware of what you do.”

(Qur’an 58:11)

Mission

World-Class Islamic education led by scholars

Al-Ezz Academy provides world-class Islamic education led by scholars from top Islamic and Western universities to rebuild the Ummah’s intellectual strength and shape future leaders.

What makes us different

Our programs combine the depth of traditional Islamic learning with the analytical discipline of modern academia.

First-of-Its-Kind Programs

Integrated Scholarship

Academic Excellence with Spiritual Depth

Mastery-Based Learning

Purpose-Driven Education

Our Promise

Leaders who embody revelation

To cultivate leaders who embody revelation and transform knowledge and intellect into impact.

Featured Programs

Explore our flagship programs designed to produce confident, capable Muslim professionals and scholars. Each program is offered online with flexible study options (part-time or full-time).

Islamic Studies

The only Islamic Studies program built to revive the Ummah’s intellect combining Qur’an, Sunnah, and modern thought.  

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Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE)

The first-ever degree, integrating political science, philosophy, economics and history. For future policymakers, activists, and thinkers. 

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Film & Cinema Studies

Tailored for aspiring journalists, content creators and creatives who want to impact culture without compromise. 

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Arabic Journey

A guided 24-month journey to Arabic fluency from scratchPerfect for beginners with no prior Arabic background. 

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Arabic Mastery

To achieve advanced Arabic fluency and linguistic excellence.  For those seeking deep mastery of Arabic language.  

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Not sure which program suits you?

Connect with our team and admission advisors to discover the program that best matches your interests and aspirations. Send us a message for personalized support, and we’ll get back to you shortly.

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Learn from Proven Scholars & Mentors

Our diverse faculty includes PhD holders, traditional ulama, Quranic scholars, and industry professionals, all committed to your growth.

Ust. Khaled Muhammad

Community Leadership

Khaled Muhammad is an Islamic activist and educator with 20 years of experience in Islamic movements. A software engineer for 15 years, he blends technical expertise with a commitment to nurturing a new generation of Muslims. His work focuses on building strong Islamic character and encouraging active, values-rooted engagement in both the Ummah and wider society.

Ust. Akhtar Hussain

Qur’anic Arabic

Akhtar Hussain is an academic and educator with over 15 years of university-level teaching experience in Computer Science across various countries. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to teaching, mentoring, and helping students develop strong academic foundations.

Alongside his professional work in higher education, he has a deep interest in teaching the language of the Qur’an. For the past five years, he has helped learners build the essential tools needed to understand Qur’anic Arabic. His special focus is on students who can read the Qur’an but lack an Arabic background and cannot yet understand its meaning directly.

His teaching approach is clear, interactive, and practical, aiming to make Qur’anic Arabic accessible and meaningful for learners from all backgrounds.

Ust. Omar Ashmawey

Instructor | Film & Cinema Studies Program

Omar Ashmawey is a filmmaker, director, and screenwriter committed to reshaping how Muslim and Middle Eastern characters are portrayed in media. He holds a minor in Film Studies from the University of Michigan and an MFA in Filmmaking from the New York Film Academy. His work spans film and television, including his distributed directorial debut Boiling Pot (2015) and Oblivium (2025), with recognition at festivals such as SXSW and the Catalina Film Festival. He currently serves as Director of Media at Yaqeen Institute, focusing on authentic, community-rooted storytelling that challenges Hollywood stereotypes.

Sh. Mehmet Usta

Islamic Studies Diploma

Shaykh Usta is a seasoned educator and visionary with over 20 years of experience, holding degrees in Islamic Studies, Computer Science, and an MBA. Founder of i3 Institute and Al-Ezz Academy, he combines Islamic knowledge with real-world application, empowering Muslims globally through leadership, innovation, and holistic education.

Dr. Amine Ayad

Instructor | Strategy, Systems, and Research Methodology

Dr. Amine Ayad is a Scholar-Practitioner and business leader with extensive experience in strategy and process improvement. Fluent in multiple languages, Dr. Ayad combines his executive expertise with scholarly research to develop practical management theories. His work includes numerous journal papers and books, with a focus on action research and its application in management. He earned his PhD in management from Colorado Technical University and graduated as a Civil Engineer from Oklahoma State University. As a scholar-practitioner, he fuses Islamic leadership principles with systems thinking, training students in strategic application. 

Ust. Abdullah Al Andalusi

Instructor | Western Philosophies I

Abdullah al Andalusi is an international speaker and intellectual activist specializing in Islamic thought and contemporary issues. As Head of the Department of Occidentology at The Quran Institute and co-founder of The Muslim Debate Initiative, he engages in rational argumentation to promote Islamic beliefs and solutions for modern challenges. 

His expertise includes Islamic theology, comparative religion, and critiques of secularism. Abdullah has appeared on major media platforms and authored numerous articles, fostering critical dialogue and understanding within the Muslim community. 

Dr. Yasser Shahin

Instructor | Intro to Film

Dr Yasser Shahin is a professor, filmmaker, and published author with an MFA in Television and Screenwriting and a BA in Film. He has taught screenwriting, worked with Al Jazeera, and consulted for Hollywood productions. A Qur’an reciter with ijazah, he bridges art and spirituality, training students to tell stories that uplift, educate, and inspire. 

Ust. Joel Trono-Doerkson

Instructor

Joel holds a BA and MA in History from the University of Winnipeg and Manitoba, specialising in pre-colonial Algerian modernity.

A convert to Islam since 2008, he has read over 1,300 books and currently works at the Winnipeg Public Library. His teaching explores colonialism, reform, and how history shapes Muslim identity, empowering students to reconnect revelation with reality. 

Ust. Ali Harfouch

Instructor

Ali S. Harfouch, an analyst and critic based in Beirut, specializes in geopolitics and Islamic thought. He holds a Master’s degree in Political Studies from the American University of Beirut and has authored numerous insightful articles on Islamic thought and politics, contributing significantly to the academic discourse in these fields. 

Sh. Abu Mustafa

Instructor | The Leadership Edge

With a BSc in Biochemistry, an MBA (Accounting), and a CPA designation, Shaykh Abu Mustafa also holds a Bachelor’s in Shariah from Mishkah University. His course, "The Leadership Edge", prepares Muslim professionals to lead with prophetic values. 

Ust. Adnan Khan

Instructor | Tazkiyyah

A multidisciplinary educator currently pursuing a BSc in Islamic Studies (Mishkah University) and MSc in Psychology & Islamic Counselling (IOU), Ustadh Adnan focuses on personal development and the Islamic worldview. He teaches Tazkiyyah, blending inner reform with outward action. 

Ust. Ahmad Wahaj Yasin

Instructor | History of Legislation

With dual academic roots in biomedical science and Islamic education, Ustadh Wahaj is completing a BA in Hanafi Fiqh at WISE University while also holding degrees from Al-Azhar University and the University of Bath. He teaches History of Legislation and brings nuanced historical and legal depth to the classroom. 

Sh. Sebghatollah Rasoul

Senior Qari & Tajweed Instructor

With more than 30 years of experience teaching Qur'an in Canada, Shaykh Rasoul holds multiple Ijazahs across various qiraat. His expertise in Tajweed and Qur’anic recitation has cultivated a generation of accurate, reverent Qur’an reciters. 

Sh. Tarek Abu Sarhan

Instructor | Tafsir & Qur’anic Sciences

Currently completing a PhD in Tafsir at An-Najah National University, Shaykh Tarek also holds a Master's and Bachelor’s in Tafsir and a Bachelor's in Islamic Studies from Al-Kassemy Academy. He integrates a strong educational foundation with didactic clarity in Qur'anic Sciences. 

Dr. Shaykh Alaa’ Halawa

Instructor | Fiqh & Usul al-Fiqh

Dr. Halawa holds a Bachelor’s in Fiqh and Sharia, a Master’s in Sharia Judiciary from Hebron University, and a Doctorate in Fiqh and Usul al-Fiqh from the University of Malaya. He is also certified in the Tajweed. His combination of academic rigour and passion for judicial scholarship equips future jurists and legal scholars with advanced tools in Islamic law. 

Dr. Shaykh Samir Matar

Senior Instructor | Fiqh, Aqeedah, and Islamic History

Dr. Matar is a graduate of Al-Azhar University, where he earned his PhD. He formerly served as Imam and Khatib at the esteemed Al-Azhar Mosque in Cairo, Egypt. Renowned for his depth in Islamic legal theory and spiritual leadership, his sermons have moved and educated global audiences for decades. He brings senior-level expertise and mentorship to students pursuing depth in Aqeedah and Fiqh. 

Sh. Mustafa Mohamed

Instructor | Introduction to Politics

Ustadh Mustafa Mohamed brings a unique blend of deep Islamic scholarship, decades of teaching experience, and professional leadership to our faculty. Having studied Islam and politics with esteemed scholars from Palestine, Lebanon, and Jordan, he combines traditional learning with a keen understanding of contemporary issues. 

With over 25 years dedicated to teaching Islam and serving communities, Ustadh Mustafa has inspired countless students through his knowledge, mentorship, and commitment to holistic education. Alongside his Islamic work, he has also built a successful career as a corporate engineering manager, allowing him to bridge faith, ethics, and modern professional life seamlessly. 

Ust. Aghyad Alshawaf

Instructor | Classical Arabic & Qur’anic Grammar

Ustadh Aghyad, a native Arabic literature graduate, has had a lifelong passion for the Arabic language, becoming a renowned poet in Syria. Since moving to Canada, he has taught Arabic at various levels for 15 years and holds an Ijazah in i’rab of the Qur'an.

Imam Hassan Abdulrahman

Instructor | Tajweed & Qur’an Memorisation

Imam Hassan Abdulrahman is a Qur’an educator and institution builder based in Saskatoon, Canada. He holds multiple ijazat in Qiraʾat and is completing full certification in all ten, along with Hadith training. With over 15 years of experience, he has mentored youth, founded madrasah programs serving 200+ students, and currently teaches at i3 Institute while establishing a Qur’an Institute to train the next generation of Qur’an-centered leaders.

Real Students, Real Transformation

Every Al-Ezz students transform from passive learners into confident thinkers and leaders who carry Islam into every sphere of life.

Tania Al Nablousi

Apologetics

My journey in the Apologetics course at Al-Ezz has been one of the most enlightening experiences I’ve ever had. I...
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Wad AbdalGader

Screenwriting with the Qur’an

A course that gave me tools, confidence, and a mission. Screenwriting Through the Qur’an was life-changing. I learned how Allah...
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Saleh Quraishi

The Qur’an as a Storytelling Masterpiece

The Qur’an as a storytelling masterpiece opened my eyes. I never imagined that the storytelling techniques celebrated in Hollywood are...
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Imam Hassan

Screenwriting with the Qur’an

Screenwriting with the Qur’an gave my creativity a purpose. This course truly surprised me. I never imagined I’d be able...
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Fahim Jabri

Introduction to Politics

Understanding politics through an Islamic lens changed everything for me. I enrolled in the Intro to Politics course because I...
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Dhuha Chaudry

Qur’anic Arabic

The Qur’anic Arabic class has had excellent pacing. One of the best things about the course is the TA sessions...
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Asmani Nduwayo

Introduction to Politics

Alhamdulillah, this was one of the most valuable and impactful courses I’ve ever taken. When it comes to answering the...
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Fahim Jabri

Introduction to Politics

Power, politics and policies are essential as they shape the world. I enrolled myself in the Introduction to Politics course...
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Zia ur Rehman

PPE

PPE taught me how essential political awareness is for the revival of the Ummah. Dr. Amin’s political course helped me...
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Mehdi Haned

PPE

PPE helped me to become a politically aware Muslim. I learned the basics of political science and saw real examples...
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Manel

Introduction to Politics

The Introduction to Politics was not just a course but a transformative journey. Professor Amin’s knowledge and the way he...
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Asmani Nduwayo

sociology course

Before joining the Sociology course at Al Ezz Academy, I had little to no background in the subject. Over 12...
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Mehdi Haned

sociology course

The sociology course at Al Ezz was exceptional with highly qualified instructors. What truly impressed me was learning from a...
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