WAEC Visual Art Syllabus
Every section, topic and candidate objective in the official WAEC Visual Art outline — 2 sections, 4 topics and 4 objectives.
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1Papers 1 & 2: General Knowledge in Art & Art History
3 topics · 3 objectives
1General Knowledge in Art
1 content item · 1 objective
Content
Elements and principles of design, perspective types (linear, aerial, foreshortening), care and maintenance of art tools/materials, art terminology, and inter-relationships of the visual and performing arts
Objective
Identify and apply art elements and principles in visual compositions; differentiate perspective techniques; manage and maintain art equipment; define standard art terms; explain the inter-relationships among visual, performing, and literary arts.
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2Art of West Africa
1 content item · 1 objective
Content
Ancient traditional West African art (Nok, Ife, Benin, Igbo-Ukwu, Senufo, Dogon, Ashanti, etc.), modern traditional art/crafts (Kente, Adinkra, Osogbo art, Bida brass, pottery), contemporary art institutions/movements, cultural festivals, and prominent West African artists
Objective
Analyze ancient West African sculptures, masks, and indigenous art forms; evaluate modern traditional art forms, crafts, and decorative motifs; examine the role of art institutions, festivals, and major West African contemporary artists.
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3Pre-historic, Ancient Egyptian, and Western Art
1 content item · 1 objective
Content
Pre-historic art (Stone Ages), Ancient Egyptian art (Old, Middle, New Kingdoms), Greek art periods, Medieval art, 19th-century movements (Impressionism, Post-Impressionism), Renaissance art, and 20th-century Cubism (African art influences)
Objective
Trace historical developments, stylistic features, and cultural contexts of Pre-historic, Egyptian, Greek, Medieval, Renaissance, 19th-century, and 20th-century Western art movements.
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2Paper 3: Practical Art Execution
1 topic · 1 objective
1Drawing, 2-Dimensional Creative Design, and 3-Dimensional Creative Design
1 content item · 1 objective
Content
Part A: Drawing from objects, nature, or life. Part B (2D): Graphic design (lettering, posters, book illustration, printmaking, packaging, computer graphics), textile design (batik, tie-dye, screen printing, appliqué, tapestry), picture-making (painting/mural, photography, mosaic, collage). Part C (3D): Sculpture, product modeling, ceramics, and traditional crafts (basketry, jewelry, calabash decoration)
Objective
Execute observational drawings from object groups, natural forms, or human models; design two-dimensional projects across graphics, textiles, and picture-making; produce three-dimensional artworks in sculpture, ceramics, product modeling, or traditional crafts accompanied by working drawings.
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