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OxfordAQA IGCSE Islamiyat
OxfordAQA International GCSE Islamiat (9237). What it covers, how it is assessed, a link to the official specification, and the free study material Marlbridge publishes for it.
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- 9237
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- IGCSE
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Each topic below is from the official OxfordAQA document for OxfordAQA International GCSE Islamiat (9237), with its study guides, revision notes and practice questions together. Everything here is for OxfordAQA IGCSE Islamiyat (9237) only.
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- Topic 1
Living the Muslim life
Covers Islam: Beliefs and Teachings, Islam: Practices
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- Topic 2
The life of Hazrat Muhammad (pbuh) and sources of authority in Islam
Covers Life and Teachings of Hazrat Muhammad (pbuh), Sources of Authority in Islam
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Source: OxfordAQA International Qualifications — official specification PDF — Version 1.1. Verified 2026-09-02. Subtopics are shown where Marlbridge has entered them; a topic may have more in the official document. A topic listed here is part of the syllabus; it does not mean Marlbridge has published material for it. Always check the current syllabus for your examination year.
About this course
- Qualification
- OxfordAQA IGCSE Islamiyat
- Spec code
- 9237
- Does Marlbridge teach it?
- Yes, one-to-one only (Rs 6,000 per class; other currencies) — request a free trial class
- Who teaches it?
- Azam Siddique
- Are resources available?
- Yes — 7 published
- Is enrolment open?
- Enquire to join — no online enrolment yet
- Official specification
- OxfordAQA specification
- Topic checklist
- Printable 9237 checklist
- Where was this verified?
- 2026-08-18, official OxfordAQA specification
Compiled and maintained by the Marlbridge Academic Team, checked against the official OxfordAQA specification on 2026-08-18.
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The qualification
OxfordAQA International GCSE Islamiat (9237)
Marlbridge's summary of the course
Our International GCSE Islamiat course integrates scripture and contextual knowledge to provide students a cohesive understanding of Islam, its teachings and texts.
The board's own description is on the official OxfordAQA syllabus page.
Covers beliefs and teachings, practices, the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, and sources of authority in Islam, with prescribed Qur'an and Hadith passages set out in the specification. Two equally weighted written papers, no coursework. OxfordAQA's own spelling is Islamiat. First examined May/June 2026 onwards. OxfordAQA does not offer Islamiat at AS or A-level — International GCSE is the only level offered.
Specifications change between examination series. Always confirm the current syllabus and assessment structure on the OxfordAQA syllabus page for your examination year.
Assessment structure
Linear qualification
| Component | Duration | Marks | Weighting | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: Paper 1 – Islam: Beliefs and Teachings; Islam: Practices | 1h 30m | 50 | 50% | Written exam |
| Paper 2: Paper 2 – Life and Teachings of Hazrat Muhammad; Sources of Authority in Islam | 1h 30m | 50 | 50% | Written exam |
Source: official OxfordAQA specification, verified 2026-08-28. Directly confirmed against the official live "Assessment" section: linear qualification, two equally weighted written papers, no coursework; both papers require study of the related Qur'an and Hadith passages set out in the specification. OxfordAQA's own spelling of the qualification is "Islamiat." First examined May/June 2026 onwards – already examined as of this record's verification date. OxfordAQA does not offer Islamiat/Islamiyat at AS or A-level.
Questions about this course
How is OxfordAQA Islamiyat (9237) assessed?
OxfordAQA Islamiyat (9237) is assessed through: Paper 1 (Paper 1 – Islam: Beliefs and Teachings; Islam: Practices) — 1h 30m, 50 marks, 50% of the qualification; Paper 2 (Paper 2 – Life and Teachings of Hazrat Muhammad; Sources of Authority in Islam) — 1h 30m, 50 marks, 50% of the qualification. It is a linear qualification. Source: official OxfordAQA specification, verified 2026-08-28.
What topics does OxfordAQA IGCSE Islamiyat (9237) cover?
2 topics in the current syllabus: Living the Muslim life; The life of Hazrat Muhammad (pbuh) and sources of authority in Islam. The printable topic checklist lists every topic and subtopic on one page.
Can I get a tutor for OxfordAQA IGCSE Islamiyat (9237)?
Yes. Marlbridge teaches OxfordAQA IGCSE Islamiyat (9237) live online, one-to-one only, taught by a named subject teacher from its academy in Lahore, Pakistan. The first trial class is free.
Are there free OxfordAQA IGCSE Islamiyat (9237) revision notes and practice questions?
Yes. Marlbridge has published 7 free resources for this course (exam preparation guides, practice questions, revision notes, study guides), free to read with no sign-up.
The subject
Islamiyat teaching and study resources, organised by level and topic.
Islamiyat at other qualifications
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