Studying and passing the JAMB or O’level examinations (WAEC or NECO) excellently requires some practical strategies.
One such approach is drafting a study timetable for the subjects you will take in any of these exams.
A personal study timetable is a reading plan that assigns different subjects to read each day of the week for a specific period.
The reason why I recommend students to have a study plan is for better organization. You do not want to wake up every morning and be weighed down by what you want to study for the day.
Even when you get to the university, you will find that a personal study timetable is necessary to achieve academic success, like graduating with a first-class degree.
The first part of this post will show you how to prepare your JAMB study schedule with samples. At the same time, the other section will be for the O’level exams (WAEC, NECO & GCE).
After reading this post, let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification. I will love to hear from you.
I desire that you pass your exams with flying colours and gain admission to study your dream course in your preferred institution.
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JAMB Study Timetable
You will sit for four (4) subjects at the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination.
The JAMB subject combination depends on the course you want to study at the higher institution.
As you already know, English Language is compulsory for every student sitting for the UTME exams.
The other three (3) subjects depend on the choice of course during your JAMB registration.
Now that we have a complete understanding of the JAMB subjects, now let’s talk about how you can draft out a personal JAMB study timetable.
Seven days a week with four (4) JAMB subjects to study. This already means you can read your two most challenging subjects twice a week.
It is advisable to start your week with complex subjects and end with revision or past question exercises.
Sample of JAMB Study Timetable
Now let’s assume Bayo and Juliet are both sitting for the JAMB exam.
Juliet is applying to study Medical Laboratory Science, and Bayo is going for Mass Communication.
| Juliet | Bayo |
|---|---|
| Use of English | Literature in English |
| Chemistry | Use of English |
| Biology | Economics |
| Physics | Government |
Now, it is time to draft the study timetable.
Juliet’s Timetable
| Day of the Week | Subject |
|---|---|
| Monday | Physics |
| Tuesday | Biology |
| Wednesday | Chemistry |
| Thursday | Chemistry & Biology |
| Friday | Use of English |
| Saturday | Physics |
| Sunday | Revision & Past Questions |
Note that you can use this format as a guide for any subjects you take in the JAMB exam.
Bayo’s Timetable
| Day of the Week | Subject |
|---|---|
| Monday | Economics |
| Tuesday | Government |
| Wednesday | Literature in English |
| Thursday | Economics & Government |
| Friday | Use of English |
| Saturday | Literature in English |
| Sunday | Revision & Past Questions |
Let me know n the comment if you need further assistance drafting your timetable.
WAEC & NECO Study Timetable
A WAEC or NECO study timetable differs from the JAMB exam because you will take more than eight (8) subjects here.
If you are sitting for both exams, I advise you to align the subjects, so you don’t have to study different topics on the same day.
Assuming the following are the subjects you are preparing for your exams;
- English Language
- Physics
- Geography
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Government
- Economics
- Civic Education
- Mathematics
- Commerce
Here is how to plan your study, starting with the complex subjects.
| Day of the Week | Subject |
|---|---|
| Monday | Chemistry |
| Tuesday | Civic Education & Commerce |
| Wednesday | Physics |
| Thursday | Geography & English Language |
| Friday | Biology & Government |
| Saturday | Mathematics |
| Sunday | Revision & Past Questions |
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Hello James,
Read my post on how to pass the JAMB exam here.
Let me know if you have further questions.
awesome, sir I need your help. reading timetable for me, I don’t use to have time from 8 :00am to 3 :00pm what I am going to do sir?
Hello James,
Are you sitting for both WAEC and JAMB?
Hi sir
Please I have 7 and half months before my jamb I’d like to take a particular subject like government in the first two months then Econs and like that do you think it’s worth it??…cus I can’t and I know I won’t stick to a timetable. A subject every two months.
If you are someone who finds it difficult to stick to a timetable, then studying one subject every two months could be a challenge. It will be important to be very disciplined and motivated in order to stay on track. You may also want to consider finding a study buddy or joining a study group to help you stay accountable.
I advise you study for your JAMB concurrently. You can try one subject per week.
I advise you read my guide to pass the JAMB exam here.
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Hello Emmanuel,
What assistance do you need with your exam preparation?
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Hello Deborah,
Glad you found the article helpful.
I wish you success in your exams.