Students Can Now Resit WASSCE Papers in Early 2025
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has introduced a transformative initiative named WASSCE PC1, allowing students to resit their West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) papers in January and February 2025. This groundbreaking move deviates from the conventional examination schedule, providing students with a faster track to enhance their academic outcomes.
Registration and Examination Schedule
John Kapi, Head of Public Affairs at WAEC, highlighted the details of this new programme during an interview on JoyNews’ AM Show in Ghana. “Students who access their results now and realize they need to resit one or two papers have until January 8th to register online through our website or at WAEC-accredited internet cafés,” Kapi explained. The examinations will be held from January 24th to February 15th, 2025, giving students ample time to prepare.
Preparation Support and Public Awareness
To aid students in their preparation, WAEC plans to release chief examiners’ reports earlier than in previous years. These reports will analyze common mistakes and suggest improved examination strategies, offering valuable insights to candidates. WAEC has also intensified its outreach efforts through banners, its official website, and the results checker platform to ensure broad awareness of this new opportunity.
Eligibility and Examination Venues
Even candidates whose results were previously cancelled due to malpractice can participate in WASSCE PC1, as long as they are not currently under a ban. Due to the anticipated lower number of participants, the exams will be conducted exclusively in regional capitals. Kapi urged students to register by January 8th to not miss out on this beneficial chance.
Impact on Academic Progression
WAEC is hopeful that WASSCE PC1 will significantly reduce the wait time for students needing to improve their grades, thereby smoothing the path to further education or employment. This initiative is expected to align with the next academic admission cycles, thus preventing unnecessary delays in students’ academic journeys.
