Hello Readers, in this article, I will share the latest WAEC Biology Syllabus. Note that the syllabus uploaded on the platform is up-to-date, i.e., the updated version. The West African Examination Council created this syllabus for candidates planning to write the Senior Secondary School examination, be it the private examination (first and second series) or the school examination.

The WAEC Biology Syllabus is a document that outlines everything that will be covered in the examination or class. As a student, go through the topics and look for a different textbook to read and practice. Also, test your ability or how prepared you are using the online WAEC Biology past questions and answers.
How to use WAEC Biology Syllabus 2026/2027
- Download the PDF version of the syllabus
- Look for different Biology textbooks
- Search for the topic in the textbook. Read, meditate, and assimilate what you’ve read
- Also, look for WAEC Biology Series (Past Questions) and treat it to know how well you’ve prepared.
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WAEC Biology Syllabus 2026/2027
PREAMBLE: This is an examination syllabus drawn up from the curricula of the member countries of the West African Examinations Council. It should be used alongside the appropriate teaching syllabus(es) of the country where the candidates are domiciled.
This examination syllabus is divided into three sections: Sections A, B, and C. Section A is for all candidates, Section B is for candidates in Ghana only, and Section C is for candidates in Nigeria, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, and Liberia.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
This syllabus is designed to assess candidates
- Understanding of the structure and functions of living organisms as well as appreciation of nature;
- Acquisition of adequate laboratory and field skills to carry out and evaluate experiments and projects in Biology;
- Acquisition of necessary scientific skills, for example observing, classifying, and interpreting biological data;
- Acquisition of the basic relevant knowledge in Biology needed for future advanced studies in biological sciences;
- Acquisition of scientific attitudes for problem-solving;
- Ability to apply biological principles in everyday life in matters that affect
personal, social, environmental, community health and economic problems; - Awareness of the existence of interrelationships between biology and other scientific disciplines.
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WAEC 2026 BIOLOGY SCHEME OF EXAMINATION
There will be three papers: Papers 1, 2 and 3, all of which must be taken. Papers 1 and 2 will be a composite paper to be taken at one sitting.
- PAPER 1: Will consist of fifty multiple-choice objective questions drawn from Section A of the syllabus (the section of the syllabus which is common to all countries). It will carry 50 marks and last for 50 minutes.
- PAPER 2: Will consist of six essay questions drawn from the entire syllabus. The paper will be divided into three sections: Sections A, B, and C. Read more in the downloadable file.
- PAPER 3: Will be a practical test (for school candidates) or a test of practical work (for private candidates) lasting 2 hours and consisting of three sections: Sections A, B, and C. Also read more in the downloadable file.
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