Islamic Geometric Ornamentation Program – Full Academic Year

Islamic Geometry Workshop

Course Overview:

This program offers a comprehensive understanding of Islamic geometry, encompassing its fundamental rules and general principles, while tracing its evolution across various historical periods. The course will focus particularly on the 15th century during the Timurid era in Central Asia, specifically in the region of Uzbekistan. Participants will learn about the various geometric families, the mechanisms of pattern construction, and the common mistakes to avoid. The program will also include a detailed analysis of star rosettes and an in-depth study of geometric families with fourfold, fivefold, and sixfold symmetries.

Learning Outcomes::

• Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the rules of Islamic geometry and its historical contexts.
• يتمكن المشاركون من تحليل الأنماط الهندسية المعقدة.
• يتعلم المشاركون تقنيات لإنشاء تصاميم وأعمال فنية هندسية خاصة بهم.

Learning Objectives::

• Enable participants to effectively analyze existing Islamic geometric patterns.
• Equip participants with the skills necessary to create original geometric designs and artworks.
• Guide participants in verifying the accuracy of their work and help them avoid common mistakes in geometric design.

Age Group::

Adults (Ages 16+)

Full Academic Year Schedule:

Sundays:

• Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
• Number of Study Days: 25
• Total Hours: 62.5 hours
• Fee per Hour: AED 20
• Total Fee: AED 1250 for the full academic year
• Frequency: Once per week

Tuesdays:

• Time: 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
• Number of Study Days: 25
• Total Hours: 62.5 hours
• Fee per Hour: AED 20
• Total Fee: AED 1250 for the full academic year
• Frequency: Once per week

Course Duration and Breaks::

For courses lasting five months or more, scheduled rest weeks are included to ensure sufficient time for reflection and continuity.

First Semester :

(students must attend at least 10% of course hours)
يوم الأحد ابتداءً من ٢١ سبتمبر أو يوم الثلاثاء ابتداءً من ١٦ سبتمبر
الفصل الاول من سبتمبر الى فبراير – 750 درهماً إماراتياً

A detailed timetable will be provided upon registration
Breaks: 17–22 November 2025, 18–24 January 2026

Second Semester

(students must attend at least 10% of course hours)
Sunday or Tuesday – September to February – AED 500
Detailed schedule will be shared after registration
A payment link for the second semester will be made available at a later date Available exclusively to students who have completed the First Semester..
Break - Second Semester Break Period: 11–17 May 2026

Educational Trip:

The annual courses include an educational trip to Uzbekistan, offering an immersive cultural and intellectual experience as an integral part of the curriculum.

Eligibility for Participation::

• حضور الفصل الدراسي الأول والفصل الدراسي الثاني كاملين بانتظام.
• المحافظة على نسبة حضور لا تقل عن 90 ٪ من ساعات البرنامج.
• Commitment and perseverance in producing satisfactory artworks throughout the program.
• Recommendation from instructors based on the quality and consistency of the student’s work.

 

Certificate:

Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a Continuing Professional Development (CPD)Requirement: Attendance of at least 90% of the total course hours.

School Address:
Al Taif Mall Business Center – 17th Floor – Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

Instructor’s Biography: Mustafa Sedqi

Mustafa graduated from the Faculty of Engineering in 2007. He has taught approximately 50 workshops, 30 specialised courses, and 11 full-year programs. He established a comprehensive curriculum for the study of Islamic geometric ornamentation and launched a project to revive Islamic art in Cairo. He contributed to the Mamluk Minbars Preservation Project in Cairo, where he was responsible for analysing the Mamluk designs of the documented minbars.

Mustafa published his first book titled: “Islamic Geometry: Rules and Principles“.

Terms and Conditions

• Fees include all learning hours and the materials provided within the in-person course.
• Fees are non-refundable, and attendance on the specified dates is mandatory.
• No make-up classes will be offered in the case of absence.