Louga, July 2 (APS) – The Louga Academy will present 6,834 candidates for the baccalaureate, with 4,049 girls, or 58.61% of the total number of students, according to Ousmane Kane, the communications officer, who spoke to APS.
The general baccalaureate exam begins this Tuesday across Senegal.
“The Louga Academy will present 6,834 candidates for the baccalaureate, including 4,049 girls, representing 58.61% of the total,” stated the communications officer.
He informed APS that “the number of examination centers has remained unchanged compared to the 2023 session.”
The region has 27 centers, with 5 in Kébémer, 9 in Linguère, and 13 in Louga.
“Public candidates account for 5,756 (84.23%), while individual candidates comprise 1,073 (15.70%),” he specified.
He noted “a predominance of literary series with 5,928 candidates (86.74%), compared to 906 candidates for scientific series (13.26%)”.
Compared to last year, “the number of candidates for this session has increased by 237,” said the communications officer.
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Louga Academy Prepares for Baccalaureate Exams with Record Number of Candidates
Louga, July 2 (APS) – The Louga Academy will present 6,834 candidates for the baccalaureate, including 4,049 girls, or 58.61% of the total number of students, its communications officer, Ousmane Kane, told APS.
The general baccalaureate begins this Tuesday throughout Senegal.
“The Louga Academy will present 6,834 candidates for the baccalaureate, including 4,049 girls (58.61%),” declared the communications officer.
He reported that “the number of examination centres has not changed compared to the 2023 session”.
The region thus has 27 centers, including 5 in Kébémer, 9 in Linguère and 13 in Louga.
“The public candidates represent 5,756 (84.23%), against 1,073 individual candidates (15.70%),” he specified.
He noted “a predominance of literary series with 5,928 candidates (86.74%) against 906 candidates for scientific series (13.26%)”.
Compared to last year, “the number of candidates for this session has increased by 237,” said the communications officer.
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A Record Number of Candidates for the Baccalaureate in Louga
The Louga Academy is gearing up for a record number of candidates sitting for the baccalaureate exams this year. A total of 6,834 students are prepared to take the challenging exams, representing a significant increase compared to the previous year.
Female Participation Rises
This year, female participation in the baccalaureate exams in Louga has seen a notable surge. Of the total candidates, 4,049 are girls, accounting for a substantial 58.61% of the total. This positive trend highlights growing opportunities and increased access to education for girls in the region.
The Breakdown of Candidates: Public vs. Private
The candidates are categorized into two main groups: public candidates and individual candidates. Public candidates, representing 5,756 students (84.23% of the total), are those who have gone through the public education system. The remaining 1,073 students (15.70%) are individual candidates, who are typically those who have pursued their education privately.
A Focus on Literary Studies
The Louga Academy will see a higher number of students taking exams in the literary series compared to scientific series. The literary series will see 5,928 candidates (86.74%), while the scientific series will have 906 candidates (13.26%). This highlights a trend towards humanities and social sciences among the students in Louga.
Increased Candidate Numbers
The total number of candidates for the baccalaureate exams in Louga has experienced a substantial increase this year, compared to the previous year. This year’s session sees a total of 237 more candidates compared to the 2023 session, showcasing a growing interest in higher education within the region.
Louga Academy Prepared for the Exams
The Louga Academy has ensured that all the necessary preparations are in place for the successful conduct of the baccalaureate exams. The number of exam centers remains the same as the previous year, with 27 centers spread across the region, including 5 in Kébémer, 9 in Linguère, and 13 in Louga.
The increase in the number of candidates reflects the growing importance of education in the Louga region. The academy is committed to providing a conducive environment for students to showcase their knowledge and achieve their academic aspirations. The successful conduct of the baccalaureate exams will contribute to the development of a highly skilled workforce essential for the future growth and prosperity of the region.