The West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) has unveiled its official timetable for the 2024 First Series of the West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE), popularly known as WAEC GCE. Slated to commence on January 31 and wrap up on February 17, the exam covers an extensive range of subjects. Key details such as dates, subjects, and session times are provided. Candidates and educators are strongly advised to consult the PDF version for precise planning.
The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has formally disseminated the official timetable for the forthcoming 2024 West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) First Series, ubiquitously known as WAEC GCE. This academic discourse aims to furnish examinees with essential details concerning the examination schedule, thereby facilitating effective preparation strategies.
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WAEC GCE Exam Date
According to the information encapsulated in the 2024 WAEC GCE Timetable, the series of examinations is planned to commence on 31st January 2024 and will conclude on 17th February 2024.
WAEC GCE Computer-Based Exams
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) General Certificate Examination (GCE) for 2024 is set to undergo a significant transformation, with a primary emphasis on Computer Based Testing (CBT). This innovative approach will be primarily utilized for Objective papers, where candidates will be required to answer all questions entirely through the CBT format. On the other hand, the examination is adopting a hybrid approach for the essay and practical tests. In these sections, while the questions will be presented on computer screens, candidates will record their answers on paper. This blended method aims to streamline the testing process while maintaining the rigour and integrity of the examination.
WAEC GCE Timetable
IT IS ADVISABLE TO MAKE REFERENCES WITH THE PDF VERSION OF THE 2024 WAEC GCE TIMETABLE.
Wednesday, 31st January 2024Hausa 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Hausa 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
Igbo 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Igbo 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
Yoruba 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Yoruba 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
Thursday, 1st February 2024Biology 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:10am (1hr 40mins)
Biology 1 (Objective) – 11:10am – 12:00pm (50mins)
Biology 3 (Alternative to Practical Work) – 3:00pm – 5:00pm (2hrs)
Friday, 2nd February 2024Financial Accounting 2 (Theory and Practice) – 9:30am – 12:00pm (2hrs 30mins)
Financial Accounting 1 (Objective) – 12:00pm – 1:00pm (1hr)
Saturday, 3rd February 2024General Mathematics 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 12:00pm (2hrs 30mins)
General Mathematics 1 (Objective) – 2:00pm – 3:30pm (1hr 30mins)
Tuesday, 6th February 2024Agricultural Science 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:40am (2hrs 10mins)
Agricultural Science 1 (Objective) – 11:40am – 12:30pm (50mins)
Literature-in-English 3 (Drama & Poetry) – 3:00pm – 5:30pm (2hrs 30mins)
Wednesday, 7th February 2024Christian Religious Studies 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Christian Religious Studies 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30am (1hr)
Islamic Studies 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Islamic Studies 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30am (1hr)
Thursday, 8th February 2024Physics 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:00am (1hr 30mins)
Physics 1 (Objective) – 11:00am – 12:15pm (1hr 15mins)
Physics 3 (Alternative to Practical Work) – 2:00pm – 4:45pm (2hrs 45mins)
Friday, 9th February 2024Geography 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Geography 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
Geography 3 (Practical and Physical Geography) – 4:00pm – 5:50pm (1hr 50mins)
Saturday, 10th February 2024English Language 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
English Language 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
English Language 3 (Test of Orals) – 2:00pm – 2:45pm (45mins)
Monday, 12th February 2024Further Mathematics 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 12:00pm (2hrs 30mins)
Further Mathematics 1 (Objective) – 2:00pm – 3:30pm (1hr 30mins)
Tuesday, 13th February 2024Chemistry 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Chemistry 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
Chemistry 3 (Alternative to Practical Work) – 3:00pm – 4:30pm (1hr 30mins)
Wednesday, 14th February 2024Literature-In-English 2 (Prose) – 9:30am – 10:45am (1hr 15mins)
Literature-In-English 1 (Objective) – 10:45am – 11:45am (1hr)
Agricultural Science 3 (Alternative to Practical Work) – 2:00pm – 3:30pm (1hr 30mins)
Thursday, 15th February 2024Economics 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Economics 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
Friday, 16th February 2024Government 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Government 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
Commerce 2 (Essay) – 3:30pm – 5:30pm (2hrs)
Commerce 1 (Objective) – 5:30pm – 6:20pm (50mins)
Saturday, 17th February 2024Civic Education 2 (Essay) – 9:30am – 11:30am (2hrs)
Civic Education 1 (Objective) – 11:30am – 12:30pm (1hr)
Special Provisions and Annotations
Time Discrepancies
In instances where there is a variance between the duration specified on the question paper and that on the timetable, candidates should adhere to the time duration outlined on the question paper.
Concession for Candidates with Special Needs
Candidates requiring special accommodations are entitled to receive 1.5 times the regular duration allotted to their peers for the completion of the examination.
Conclusion
This article serves as a comprehensive guide for candidates preparing for the 2024 WAEC GCE. Timely acquaintance with the timetable facilitates optimal exam preparation, thereby increasing the prospects of achieving laudable scores. Given the high stakes of this examination, prudence in planning cannot be overstated.
Remember: For the most accurate information, always refer to the official 2024 WAEC GCE PDF timetable. Here’s wishing every examinee the very best in their academic pursuit. May your efforts yield outstanding results!
