NECTA Form Six Examination officially known as the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE), is a national examination in Tanzania conducted by a students who completed two years of advanced education level.
The examination is administered by the National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA). Here’s a detailed overview of what the exam entails:
Examination Calendar and Timetable
The form six national examination (ACSEE) is administered on the first week of May every year. In the latest form six examination was conducted from Monday 06/05/2024 up to Friday 24/05/2024 which took a total of 3 weeks to complete.
To get full access to the ACSEE timetable open this link.
Eligibility of Students to Sit for ACSEE
To be eligible for the ACSEE, candidates must have completed two years of advanced level secondary education. Additionally, they must have achieved at least three credits at the Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) level.
This ensures that only students with a strong academic foundation are allowed to take the ACSEE.
NECTA ACSEE Results
The ACSEE results are typically released a few months after the exams, which are conducted in the first week of May each year. Below are the past exam results for form six ACSEE results in different years.
These results are crucial as they determine students’ eligibility for tertiary education. Students can access their results through NECTA’s official website or via SMS services provided by NECTA.
Subjects Examined with Form six combination
The ACSEE covers a wide range of subjects, divided into compulsory and elective categories:
Compulsory Subject:
- General Studies
Natural Science Combinations:
- Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM)
- Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB)
- Physics, Geography, and Mathematics (PGM)
- Economics, Geography, and Mathematics (EGM)
- Chemistry, Biology, and Geography (CBG)
- Chemistry, Biology, and Agriculture (CBA)
- Chemistry, Biology, and Food and Human Nutrition (CBN)
Arts & Business Combinations:
- History, Geography, and English Language (HGL)
- History, Geography, and Kiswahili (HGK)
- History, Kiswahili, and English Language (HKL)
- Kiswahili, English Language, and French (KLF)
- Economics, Commerce, and Accountancy (ECA)
- History, Geography, and Economics (HGE)
These combinations allow students to specialize in areas that align with their interests and career aspirations, ensuring a well-rounded and in-depth education.
Objectives of ACSEE
The primary objectives of the ACSEE are multifaceted, aiming to:
- Assess students’ knowledge and readiness for higher education.
- Evaluate the ability of learners to apply their skills to various social, political, economic, and technological challenges.
- Ensure that students possess a comprehensive range of skills, including knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation.
These objectives are designed to prepare students for both academic advancement and meaningful contributions to national development.
The NECTA Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) is a critical component of Tanzania’s educational framework. I
t not only prepares students for higher education but also equips them with essential skills to address various societal challenges.
By understanding its objectives, eligibility criteria, and the subjects examined, students can better prepare for this important examination and take confident steps towards their future academic and professional endeavors.