APS Calculator

Calculate your Admission Point Score (APS) to see which universities, courses, and career paths may suit you. Enter up to 7 academic subjects plus Life Orientation below.

Enter Your Marks

Enter your final matric percentage for up to 7 academic subjects (0-100%)

Home Language (Compulsory)
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First Additional Language (Compulsory)
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Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy
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Subject 4
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Subject 5
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Subject 6
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Additional Subject (8th Subject)
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Life Orientation (Not counted in APS)
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Your APS Score

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best 6 subjects
Enter your marks to see your pass level

Note: APS is calculated from your best 6 academic subjects. Your extra subject helps give a fuller estimate and better course/career guidance. Life Orientation is excluded.

Courses & Career Paths

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APS Points Scale

% Range Points Level
80 - 100% 7 Outstanding
70 - 79% 6 Meritorious
60 - 69% 5 Substantial
50 - 59% 4 Moderate
40 - 49% 3 Adequate
30 - 39% 2 Elementary
0 - 29% 1 Not Achieved

🎓 Bachelor's Pass

  • Minimum APS: 23 points
  • 40% in Home Language
  • 50% in 4 other subjects
  • 30% in 2 other subjects
  • Qualifies for: University Degree

📜 Diploma Pass

  • Minimum APS: 19 points
  • 40% in Home Language
  • 40% in 3 other subjects
  • 30% in 2 other subjects
  • Qualifies for: Diploma / Tech

📋 Higher Certificate

  • Minimum APS: 15 points
  • 40% in Home Language
  • 40% in 2 other subjects
  • 30% in 3 other subjects
  • Qualifies for: Certificate Course

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