ISLM10003 Understanding Islam and Muslim Societies
University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- No final exam: all coursework
- About 2.5 class hours a week
Is ISLM10003 hard?
ISLM10003: Easier. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week, First-year subject. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.
What you learn
An introduction to Islam: its beliefs, sacred texts, law, branches and the variety of Muslim practice worldwide.
After it you can
- Describe the core beliefs and texts of Islam
- Explain differences between major branches
- Discuss Islam's role in culture and politics
What you need first
None
What it leads to
Can’t be taken together with
- ISLM10001
How it’s assessed
Presentations 15%, Quizzes 45%, Assignments 40%
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Quick answers
- When is ISLM10003 offered?
- Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
- What do I need before taking ISLM10003?
- No prerequisites.
- Does ISLM10003 have a final exam?
- No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Presentations 15%, Quizzes 45%, Assignments 40%.
- How many class hours a week does ISLM10003 have?
- 2.5 h a week in class
- Can I take ISLM10003 as breadth?
- Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
- What can I take after ISLM10003?
- 1 subjects need it first, for example ISLM30017.
- Can I rate ISLM10003?
- Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.
Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026
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