28/09/2025
The 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐝𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐂𝐒𝐄 (𝐎-𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥) 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬 (𝟒𝐈𝐒𝟏) is a linear course, assessed entirely by a single, externally-examined paper. The qualification encourages students to explore the religion, history, and culture of Islam within both historical and modern contexts. It is designed to be accessible to learners of all backgrounds and supports progression to further studies in Islamic Studies.
𝐀𝐭 𝐊𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐲𝐲𝐚𝐡, Islamic Studies (𝟒𝐈𝐒𝟏) or Quran & Sunnah Studies is the academic, interdisciplinary field dedicated to the comprehensive understanding of Islam as a way of life, its history, culture, and the world's diverse Islamic societies. It draws from the foundational texts of the Quran and Sunnah, applying this knowledge to various aspects of human life, including economics, law, history, and social ethics, with the goal of promoting a deep understanding of Islamic values, addressing misconceptions, and fostering a peaceful, value-based generation.
‘’I have perfected your religion for you, and have completed My blessing upon you, and chosen Islam as Deen (religion and a way of life) for you’’
(Al Quran 5:3)