WAEC Syllabus for Christian Religious Studies 2026/2027

Christian Religious Studies (CRS) is one of the humanities subjects offered in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC).

It is a subject rooted in the study of the Bible, encompassing both the Old Testament and the New Testament, and explores the history, teachings, moral lessons, and spiritual significance of the Christian faith within the West African context.

The 2026/2027 WAEC CRS syllabus is designed not merely to test scriptural knowledge but to cultivate moral reasoning, spiritual awareness, critical thinking, and an understanding of how biblical principles apply to contemporary society.

It encourages students to engage seriously with scripture, appreciate the historical and cultural contexts of biblical writings, and develop values that promote peace, justice, integrity, and service.

Aims and Objectives

Have knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the religious, cultural, historical and social background of the biblical materials prescribed to be studied.
Understand the nature of biblical moral lessons in the selected passages/themes from the Bible and the extent of their relevance and possible application to present day social, political, religious and cultural life and existence.
Identify difficulties involved in the application of healthy attitudes, concepts and skills acquired from the Bible in ensuring peaceful coexistence and national development.
Demonstrate adequate preparation for higher education through critical thinking and independent work.

Examination Scheme

There will be two papers, Papers 1 and 2, both of which will be composite papers to be taken in one sitting.

PAPER 1 will consist of fifty multiple choice objective questions, all of which must be answered within 1 hour for 40 marks.

PAPER 2 will consist of nine essay type questions. Candidates will be required to answer four questions within 2 hours for 60 marks.

The questions will be arranged in sections as follows:

Section A: Themes from the Old Testament: four questions.
Section B: Themes from the Synoptic Gospels and the Acts of the Apostle: three questions.
Section C: Themes from Selected Epistles: two questions.

Candidates will be required to answer four questions in all, choosing at least one question from each section and the fourth question from either Section A or Section B.