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Summer 2026
Pearson Edexcel GCSE in Religious Studies
Paper 3: Area of Study 3 – Philosophy and Ethics
Option 3C – Islam
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Summer 2026
Pearson Edexcel GCSE in Religious Studies
Paper 3: Area of Study 3 – Philosophy and Ethics
Option 3C – Islam
, Edexcel and BTEC Qualifications
Edexcel and BTEC qualifications are awarded by Pearson, the UK’s
largest awarding body. We provide a wide range of qualifications
including academic, vocational, occupational and specific
programmes for employers. For further information visit our
qualifications websites at www.edexcel.com or www.btec.co.uk.
Alternatively, you can get in touch with us using the details on our
contact us page at www.edexcel.com/contactus
Pearson: helping people progress, everywhere
Pearson aspires to be the world’s leading learning company. Our aim is to help
everyone progress in their lives through education. We believe in every kind of
learning, for all kinds of people, wherever they are in the world. We’ve been
involved in education for over 150 years, and by working across 70 countries, in
100 languages, we have built an international reputation for our commitment to
high standards and raising achievement through innovation in education. Find
out more about how we can help you and your students at:
www.pearson.com/uk
Summer 2026
Question Paper Log Number P79603A
Publication Code 1RA0_3C_2606_MS
All the material in this publication is copyright
© Pearson
