AS Islamic Studies Cambridge - Section A booklet
AS Level Islamic Studies – Cambridge 9488 (Paper 1- Section A ONLY) Information text& Workbook
This comprehensive resource has been written specifically for the Cambridge International AS Level Islamic Studies (9488) specification, Paper 1: Islamic Beliefs and Practices. It functions as both a textbook and workbook, making it ideal for classroom teaching, independent study, or revision.
What’s included:
Clear breakdown of the exam structure with step-by-step examiner guidance for Questions 1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, and 2B, including formulas and model structures to maximise marks
AS Level Islamic Studies
Topic notes covering:
• The life of Prophet Muhammad (early years, Hijrah, leadership, character)
• Set Qurʾān and ḥadīth texts with teaching summaries, interpretations, and application
Engaging student tasks, worksheets, gap-fills, role plays, ranking exercises, mind maps, and exam practice questions to consolidate learning.
Research links, independent learning activities, and end-of-topic tests to track progress.
Application tasks linking historical content to modern Muslim life (e.g. compassion, leadership, zakāh, justice, predestination, character building).
Why this resource?
Saves teachers hours of planning with ready-made content and activities.
Dual use as a coursebook for guided lessons and as a workbook for student consolidation.
Exam-focused approach ensures students develop the analytical, evaluative, and critical thinking skills required for AO1 and AO2.
Fully aligned with the Cambridge 9488 specification, making it a perfect classroom companion.
Target audience:
Cambridge AS Level Islamic Studies teachers and students.
Independent learners preparing for exams.





