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STEM Curriculum Structure in Ghana’s Senior High Schools – 2025

2nd July 2025

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Understand the updated STEM curriculum for Ghana’s SHSs in 2025. Explore elective subjects, teaching approaches, assessment systems, and how the structure prepares students for global opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

📚 What Is the STEM Curriculum?

Ghana’s STEM curriculum at the SHS level integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics into an interdisciplinary framework designed to:

Foster problem-solving, innovation, and practical skills

Bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industry needs

Position Ghanaian students for global competitiveness and tertiary readiness

🧪 Core STEM Subject Areas (Compulsory & Elective)

✅ Core Subjects (All SHS Students):

English Language

Mathematics (Core)

Integrated Science

Social Studies

ICT (Basic)

✅ STEM Elective Clusters:

Students select 4 electives, often in combinations designed for Science or Technical tracks.

🔬 General Science Track:

Elective Mathematics

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

> 🔎 Focus: Health sciences, natural sciences, engineering, and pure mathematics pathways.

⚙️ Engineering & Technical Track:

Elective Mathematics

Physics

Applied Electricity / Electronics

Technical Drawing / Engineering Science / Metalwork

> 🔎 Focus: Mechanical, electrical, civil engineering and technical university admissions.

💻 Computer Science & Innovation Track:

Elective Mathematics

Physics

ICT (Advanced) / Coding / Robotics

Graphic Design / Data Science (in select STEM SHSs)

> 🔎 Focus: Software engineering, AI, data analytics, and digital entrepreneurship.

🧬 Agritech & Environmental Science Track:

Biology

Chemistry

General Agriculture / Crop & Soil Science

Elective Mathematics / Physics

> 🔎 Focus: Agro-science, climate resilience, biotech, and food systems.

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🏫 Key Components of STEM Education (2025 Structure)

🧩 1. Practical & Lab-Based Instruction

Weekly lab hours in Biology, Physics, Chemistry

Engineering design projects (using Arduino kits, CAD, etc.)

Science fairs, innovation expos, and model-making assignments

🌐 2. Digital & Blended Learning

T-TEL-supported digital platforms

LMS integration with online tests and simulations

Google Workspace for Education, Microsoft Teams & Huawei ICT Academy tools

👩‍🔬 3. Gender-Responsive Curriculum

Girls-in-ICT modules integrated into computer science

Scholarships and mentorship programmes for female STEM students

STEM clubs and bootcamps targeting inclusive participation

📊 4. Assessment System

Continuous assessment: 30%

WAEC external exam: 70% (including Practical WASSCE)

Competency-based tasks (science demos, coding, group engineering projects)

Outcomes of the STEM Curriculum

Produces STEM-ready graduates for both university and TVET pathways

Builds entrepreneurial thinking and industry problem-solving mindset

Encourages national development through innovation in agriculture, health, tech, energy

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