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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced that the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Candidates, 2024 – Second Series, will commence on Friday, October 25, and run until Friday, December 20, 2024.
In a statement released Tuesday, October 22, WAEC outlined the hybrid format for this year's examination, blending digital and traditional exam methods.
"The examination will adopt the hybrid mode, meaning objective or multiple-choice questions will be displayed on-screen, and candidates will respond on-screen. However, for essay and practical questions, while the questions will also be on-screen, responses must be written in provided answer booklets," the statement clarified.
WAEC also announced an extension of the registration deadline to Tuesday, October 29, 2024. In addition, the Council has offered candidates the option to complete the entire exam using the traditional Paper and Pen mode if they prefer.
To further accommodate last-minute registrants, WAEC introduced the "Walk-in Candidate" option.
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This initiative allows candidates to register just 24 hours before their chosen exam paper. The final timetable for the examination is now available for download on the WAEC Nigeria website.
Candidates are encouraged to utilise the various learning tools available. "ll candidates are advised to sign up on the WAEC e-Study platform, purchase WAEC Past Questions and Answers, and engage with peers on the WAECKonnect platform," WAEC noted.
The Council concluded by wishing all candidates success in their exams and affirming its commitment to improving the examination process through technological advancements.
"WAEC will continue to deploy technological innovations to make its services easily accessible to all stakeholders," the statement added.