Cambridge O Level Pakistan Studies 2059 - Version 1 - Syllabus for Examination in 2026

Oct 23, 2026

Cambridge O Level Pakistan Studies 2059 syllabus version 1 sets out the examination framework for 2026. It specifies exam series availability in June and November and notes that the syllabus may not be offered in every administrative zone. The document highlights key changes status for 2026, accessibility and equality considerations, and provides an overview of syllabus content and assessment structure. It includes paper outlines, aims, assessment objectives, and additional information for candidates and teachers.

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Pages38

Reading Time1 h 36 min

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Introduction

Why choose Cambridge International?

Why choose Cambridge O Level?

Why choose Cambridge O Level Pakistan Studies?

How can I find out more?

Teacher support

Support materials

Endorsed resources

Training

Syllabus content at a glance

Assessment at a glance

Syllabus aims and assessment objectives

Syllabus aims

Assessment objectives

Relationship between assessment objectives and components

Syllabus content

Paper 1 The history and culture of Pakistan

Paper 2 The environment of Pakistan

Glossary of terms for Paper 2

Other information

Syllabus Cambridge O Level Pakistan Studies 2059 Use this syllabus for exams in 2026. Exams are available in the June and November series. This syllabus is not available in all administrative zones. Please check the syllabus [page at www.cambridgeinternational.org/2059 to see](page at www.cambridgeinternational.org/2059 to see) if this syllabus is available in your administrative zone. Version 1 For the purposes of screen readers, any mention in this document of Cambridge IGCSE refers to Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education. | Changes to the syllabus for 2026 | | --- | | The latest syllabus is version 1, published September 2023.
There are no significant changes which affect teaching. | © Cambridge University Press & Assessment September 2023 Cambridge Assessment International Education is part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment. Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a department of the University of Cambridge. Cambridge University Press & Assessment retains the copyright on all its publications. Registered centres are permitted to copy material from this booklet for their own internal use. However, we cannot give permission to centres to photocopy any material that is acknowledged to a third party even for internal use within a centre. Contents 1. Introduction 4 1.1 Why choose Cambridge International? 1.2 Why choose Cambridge O Level? 1.3 Why choose Cambridge O Level Pakistan Studies? 1.4 How can I find out more? 2. Teacher support ................................................................................................................. 7 2.1 Support materials 2.2 Endorsed resources 2.3 Training 3. Syllabus content at a glance ............................................................................................ 8 4. Assessment at a glance .................................................................................................... 9 5. Syllabus aims and assessment objectives ....................................................................11 5.1 Syllabus aims 5.2 Assessment objectives 5.3 Relationship between assessment objectives and components 6. Syllabus content .............................................................................................................. 13 Paper 1 The history and culture of Pakistan Paper 2 The environment of Pakistan 7. Glossary of terms for Paper 2 ........................................................................................ 34 8. Other information ............................................................................................................ 36 Accessibility and equality Additional information Introduction 1. Introduction 1.1 Why choose Cambridge International? Cambridge International prepares school students for life, helping them develop an informed curiosity and a lasting passion for learning. We are part of the University of Cambridge. Our Cambridge Pathway gives students a clear path for educational success from age 5 to 19. Schools can shape the curriculum around how they want students to learn – with a wide range of subjects and flexible ways to offer them. It helps students discover new abilities and a wider world, and gives them the skills they need for life, so they can achieve at school, university and work. Our programmes and qualifications set the global standard for international education. They are created by subject experts, are rooted in academic rigour and reflect the latest educational research. They provide a strong platform for students to progress from one stage to the next, and are well supported by teaching and learning resources. Learn more about our research [at www.cambridgeassessment.org.uk/our-research/](at www.cambridgeassessment.org.uk/our-research/) Every year, nearly a million Cambridge learners from 10 000 schools in 160 countries prepare for their future with the Cambridge Path

FAQs

When are the Cambridge O Level Pakistan Studies 2059 exams available in 2026?

The exams are available in the June and November series in 2026.

What is the 2026 syllabus version and what changes apply?

The latest syllabus is version 1, published September 2023, and there are no significant changes that affect teaching.

Which papers are included in the syllabus and what does each cover?

Paper 1 covers the history and culture of Pakistan, while Paper 2 covers the environment of Pakistan.

Oct 23, 2026

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