WAEC and GES have officially made some changes in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). These changes take effect in the 2024 BECE.
The major change in the examination will have to do with the new and reformed subject papers. A subject like ICT has been changed to Computing. While BDT has been changed to Career Technology. In this article, we will know all the changes in the exams.
Below is the list of confirmed subjects for the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
Core Subjects
- English Language
- Social Studies
- Religious and Moral Education (RME)
- Mathematics
- Science
- Career Technology
- Creative Art and Design
- Computing
Optional Subjects
- French
- Arabic
- Ghanaian Language (11 languages)
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Also, this year’s BECE will be written early as compared to the previous years’. In 2023, the BECE was written in August. However, the 2024 BECE will be written in July.
The 2024 BECE will begin on Monday, 8th July, 2024 and end on Friday, 12th July, 2024
The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) is a standardized test administered in several countries, primarily in West Africa, including Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and The Gambia. It serves as a crucial assessment tool for students completing their basic education, typically at the junior secondary level.
In Ghana, for instance, the BECE is conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and is taken by students after they have completed three years of junior high school education. The exam covers a range of subjects, including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science, and Social Studies, with additional elective subjects such as French, Arabic and Computing.
Preparation for the BECE is rigorous and usually involves students revising materials covered throughout their junior high school years. Schools often conduct mock exams to help students familiarize themselves with the exam format and timing.
The results of the BECE are crucial as they determine placement into senior high schools and other educational pathways. High scores can lead to admission to prestigious senior high schools, while poor performance may limit educational opportunities.
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Beyond its role in individual student progression, the BECE also serves as a barometer for the quality of education at the junior secondary level and helps educational authorities identify areas where improvement is needed.
Overall, the BECE plays a vital role in the educational landscape of participating countries, serving as a milestone in students’ academic journeys and a measure of educational standards at the basic education level.