How the WASSCE Works: A Beginner Guide · Lesson 1 · 3 minutes
Must-take subjects
Identify the compulsory core subjects.
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Planning for WASSCE
Kofi gets ready for WASSCE. Some subjects are core subjects. Every student must take them.
What does a core subject mean?
- Every student must write it.
- Only top students write it.
- You take it only if you want to.
Answer: Every student must write it.
Core subjects are compulsory for every candidate.
No skipping allowed
Kofi loves science. But he cannot skip English or Mathematics. All students take them.
Kofi studies science. Can he skip core English Language?
- No, core subjects are mandatory for all paths.
- Yes, science students only do science.
Answer: No, core subjects are mandatory for all paths.
Science students still must take core English and Mathematics.
Complete the rule for WASSCE registration.
A ___ subject is one that ___ student must take.
Answer: A core subject is one that every student must take.
Core subjects are compulsory for every student.
Build the statement about core subjects.
Answer: Core Mathematics is compulsory for all candidates
Core subjects like English and Mathematics are compulsory.
A classmate says: 'I will not register for Maths because I do Arts.' Are they correct?
- No, everyone must take core Mathematics.
- Yes, arts students do not write maths.
Answer: No, everyone must take core Mathematics.
Core subjects cannot be dropped, no matter your program.
What to remember
- Core subjects are compulsory for every WASSCE student.
- You cannot skip core subjects like English or Mathematics, even in special tracks.
Next in this course: Chosen subjects. It carries on in the Breni app.