Lagos Basic Education Certificate Exam (BECE) Timetable 2023

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The Lagos State Examinations Board has published the timetable for the 2023 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). This examination serves as the transition from Junior to Senior Secondary School [Junior WAEC]. According to the timetable, the exam is set to commence on 3rd July and conclude on 8th July, 2023, with a range of core and optional subjects. Candidates are wished the best of luck in their preparations.

Lagos State Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) Timetable

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.

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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

Tuesday, 4th July, 2023

Wednesday, 5th July, 2023

Thursday, 6th July, 2023

Friday, 7th July, 2023

Saturday, 8th July, 2023

Subject Classification

The core subjects include:

  1. English Studies
  2. Mathematics
  3. Nigerian Languages
  4. French Language
  5. Pre-Vocational Studies (PVS)
  6. National Values (NV)
  7. Cultural & Creative Arts (CCA)
  8. Business Studies
  9. Basic Science & Technology (BST)

The optional subjects include:

  1. Arabic
  2. 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.


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