The Lagos State Ministry of Education, through the Lagos State Examinations Board, has published the timetable for the year 2023 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). This crucial exam is a pivotal milestone in the educational journey of every student, marking their transition from Junior Secondary School to Senior Secondary School [JUNIOR WAEC].
Understanding the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)
The BECE (Junior WAEC) is conducted for candidates in their final year of Junior Secondary School (JSS 3). It serves as a transition examination, guiding students from the basic education class to the senior secondary school level.
Schedule of the Examination
The 2023 BECE is scheduled to commence on Monday, 3rd July, and conclude on Saturday, 8th July, 2023. Here is the detailed timetable:
Monday, 3rd July, 2023
- Business Studies (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
- Arabic Studies (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Tuesday, 4th July, 2023
- Pre-Vocational Studies (9:00 AM – 11:20 AM)
- Nigerian Languages: Yoruba, Igbo, Hausa (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Wednesday, 5th July, 2023
- Mathematics (Objective & Theory) (9:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
- National Values (NV) (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Thursday, 6th July, 2023
- Basic Science & Technology (BST) (9:00 AM – 11:20 AM)
- Christian Religious Studies/Islamic Studies (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Friday, 7th July, 2023
- English Studies (Objective & Theory) (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM)
Saturday, 8th July, 2023
- Cultural and Creative Arts (CCA) (9:00 AM – 11:20 AM)
- French Language (12:30 PM – 2:30 PM)
Subject Classification
The core subjects include:
- English Studies
- Mathematics
- Nigerian Languages
- French Language
- Pre-Vocational Studies (PVS)
- National Values (NV)
- Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)
- Business Studies
- Basic Science & Technology (BST)
The optional subjects include:
- Arabic
- Christian Religious Studies/ Islamic Studies.
As students prepare for this important examination, we wish them the best of luck! Strive to do your best, and remember, the BECE is not just an exam, but a stepping stone towards your future academic and career goals. Study hard, stay focused, and success will follow.
