Pearson Edexcel International GCSE Religious Studies Past Papers & Mark Schemes
Free Edexcel iGCSE Religious Studies (4RS1) past papers, mark schemes & examiner reports. Beliefs, practices, and ethics. 55 resources.
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June 2023
6 filesInternational GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 2 – June 2023
International GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 1 – June 2023
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – June 2023
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – June 2023
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 2 – June 2023
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 1 – June 2023
June 2022
6 filesInternational GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 2 – June 2022
International GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 1 – June 2022
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 2 – June 2022
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 1 – June 2022
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – June 2022
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – June 2022
June 2021
4 filesInternational GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 1 – June 2021
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 2 – June 2021
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – June 2021
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – June 2021
November 2020
6 filesInternational GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 2 – November 2020
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 1 – November 2020
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark Scheme – Paper 2 – November 2020
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark Scheme – Paper 1 – November 2020
International GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 1 – November 2020
International GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 2 – November 2020
June 2019
6 filesInternational GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 01 – June 2019
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 02 – June 2019
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 01 – June 2019
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 02 – June 2019
International GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 02 – June 2019
International GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 01 – June 2019
June 2018
2 filesJune 2017
9 filesA-Level Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – June 2017
A-Level Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – June 2017
A-Level Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 1 – June 2017
A-Level Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 2 – June 2017
A-Level Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 1 – June 2017
A-Level Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 2 – June 2017
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 1 – June 2017
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – June 2017
International GCSE Religious Studies – Examiner report – Paper 1 – June 2017
June 2016
1 fileInternational GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 1 – June 2016
June 2015
3 filesJune 2014
3 filesJune 2013
3 filesJune 2012
3 filesJune 2011
3 filesJune 2009
2 filesJune 2008
4 filesInternational GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 2 – June 2008
International GCSE Religious Studies – Mark scheme – Paper 1 – June 2008
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 2 – June 2008
International GCSE Religious Studies – Question paper – Paper 1 – June 2008
International GCSE Religious Studies: Theology, Philosophy, and Ethical Debate Across World Religions
Exam Paper Structure
Religion 1
Religion 2
Key Information
| Exam Board | Pearson Edexcel |
| Specification Code | 4RS1 |
| Qualification | International GCSE |
| Grading Scale | 9–1 |
| Assessment Type | 2 written exams (no coursework) |
| Tiers | No tiers |
| Number Of Papers | 2 |
| Exam Duration | 1 hour 30 minutes per paper |
| Total Marks | 160 (80 per paper) |
| Calculator Status | Not applicable |
| Available Sessions | January and June, multiple years |
| Total Resources | 55 |
Key Topics in Religious Studies
Topics you need to know
Exam Command Words
| Command word | What the examiner expects |
|---|---|
| Outline | Give a brief account of the main features |
| Explain | Give reasons for beliefs, practices, or teachings |
| Analyse | Examine a religious or ethical issue, exploring different dimensions |
| Evaluate | Consider multiple viewpoints and reach a supported personal judgement |
| Do you agree | Present arguments for and against, reaching a reasoned conclusion |
| Give two examples | Provide two specific instances from religious teaching or practice |
Typical Grade Boundaries
| Grade | Approximate mark needed |
|---|---|
| 9 | 77–87% |
| 8 | 67–76% |
| 7 | 57–66% |
| 6 | 47–56% |
| 5 | 37–46% |
| 4 | 27–36% |
| 3 | 19–26% |
| 2 | 12–18% |
| 1 | 5–11% |
⚠️ Typical grade boundaries across both papers (160 total marks). Boundaries vary by session — check Pearson's website.
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