WAEC Chemistry Syllabus 2026/2027 (SSCE & GCE) Read & Download PDF

Hello Readers, in this article, I will share the latest WAEC Chemistry 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 Chemistry 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 Wae Chemistry past questions and answers.

How to use WAEC Chemistry Syllabus 2026/2027

• Download the PDF version of the syllabus
• Look for different Chemistry textbooks
• Search for the topic in the textbook. Read, meditate, and assimilate what you’ve read
• Also, look for the WAEC Chemistry Series (Past Questions) and treat it to know how well you’ve prepared.

RECOMMENDED LINKS

• WAEC Syllabus for all subjects
• WAEC Chemistry Past Questions and Answers

WAEC Chemistry Syllabus 2026/2027

INTRODUCTION: This syllabus is drawn purposely for examination; hence the topics are not necessarily arranged in the order in which they should be taught.

The following assumptions were made in the drawing of the syllabus:

• That the candidate must have covered the Integrated Science/Basic Science or General Science and Mathematics syllabuses at the Junior Secondary School (JSS)/Junior High School (J.H.S) level;
• That candidate would carry out as many of the suggested activities and project work as possible, and consequently develop the intended competencies and skills as spelt out in the relevant Chemistry teaching syllabuses;
• That schools which offer the subject have well-equipped laboratories.

Note: Candidates are required to know the significant figures, S.I. units, and the conventional/IUPAC system of nomenclature.

AIMS: The aims and objectives of the syllabus are to assess candidates’

• Understanding of basic chemistry concepts;
• Level of acquisition of laboratory skills including awareness of hazards and safety measures;
• Level of awareness of the inter-relationship between chemistry and other disciplines;
• Level of awareness of the linkage between chemistry and industry/environment/everyday life in terms of benefits and hazards;
• Skills of critical and logical thinking.

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WAEC Chemistry 2026 Examination Scheme

There shall be three papers – Paper 1, 2, and 3, all of which must be taken. Paper 1 and 2 shall 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 (ie the portion of the syllabus which is common to all candidates). Candidates will be required to answer all the questions within 1 hour for 50 marks.
• PAPER 2: Will be a 2-hour essay paper covering the entire syllabus and carrying 100 marks. The paper will be in two sections: Sections A and B. Read more about it in the downloadable file
• PAPER 3: This shall be a 2-hour practical test for school candidates or 1 hour 30 minutes alternative to practical work test for private candidates. Each version of the paper shall contain three compulsory questions and carry 50 marks.

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