University of Limpopo Admission Point Score APS
The Admission Point Score (APS) system
The system is a simple calculation, using your NSC or Grade 12 university exemption results, which can be done by any prospective student to determine if he/she meets the
minimum requirements to gain entry into:
• The University of Limpopo
and
• A specific programme of choice offered by a Faculty within the University.
The calculation is done by the addition of the achievement levels in six (6) recognized 20 credit subjects as stipulated by specific requirements of the Faculties. Achievement levels are as follows:
|
NSC Achievement Level |
NSC % |
Senior Certificate Higher Grade |
Senior Certificate Standard Grade |
APS |
|
7 |
80-99 |
A |
7 |
|
|
6 |
70-79 |
B |
A |
6 |
|
5 |
60-69 |
C |
B |
5 |
|
4 |
50-59 |
D |
C |
4 |
|
3 |
40-49 |
E |
D |
3 |
|
2 |
30-39 |
F |
E |
2 |
|
1 |
0-29 |
G |
F |
1 |
• The NSC achievements levels for Life Orientation may not be used for the APS calculation. The following list of Matric subjects, or any other recognised 20-credit subject, can be used to determine your APS:
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MATRIC SUBJECTS BEARING 20-CREDITS |
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Agricultural Science |
Accounting |
Dramatic Arts |
|
Mathematics |
Economics |
History |
|
Life Sciences (previously Biology) |
Business Studies (previously Business Economics) |
Engineering Graphics & Design (previously Technical Drawing) |
|
Physical Science (previously Natural Science) |
Consumer Studies (previously Home Economics) |
Music |
|
Information Technology |
Languages |
Religion Studies |
|
Geography |
Mathematical Literacy |
Visual Arts |
The following is an example of an APS calculation:
|
School subject |
NSC Achievement level |
Senior certificate (Higher grade) |
APS |
|
Language 1 |
4 |
D |
4 |
|
Language 2 |
4 |
D |
4 |
|
Mathematics |
6 |
B |
6 |
|
Physical Science |
6 |
B |
6 |
|
Life Science |
7 |
A |
7 |
|
Accounting |
2 |
F |
2 |
|
APS Total |
29 |
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School |
Possible Career Opportunities |
Years of Study |
Required Subjects |
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English |
Another Language |
Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy |
Two (2) Additional Subjects |
One (1) Additional Subject |
APS |
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LANGUAGES & COMMUNICATION STUDIES |
Bachelor of Arts |
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Language Practitioner |
3 |
4 (5059%) |
4 (50-59%) |
2 (30-39%) OR4(50-59%) |
4(50-59%) |
3(40-49%) |
21/23 |
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Bachelor of Information Studies |
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Information Consultant Librarian Teacher |
3 |
4 (50-59%) |
4 (50-59%) |
2(30-39%) OR4(50-59%) |
4(50-59%) |
3 (40-49%) |
21/23 |
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Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary English Language and Multilingual Studies |
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Bilingual Expert Translator and Interpreter |
3 |
4 (50-59%) |
4 (50-59%) |
2(30-39%) OR4(50-59%) |
4 (50-59%) |
3 (40-49%) |
21/23 |
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Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies |
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Public Relations Officer Communications Specialist Marketing Manager Journalist Sales Promoter |
3 |
4 (50-59%) |
4 (50-59%) |
2 (30-39%) OR4(50-59%) |
4 (50-59%) |
3 (40-49%) |
21/23 |
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Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies |
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Radio Broadcasting Newspaper and Magazine Editor Journalist Radio and Film Producer Marketing Manager Radio and TV Announcer Information Technologist Media Economist |
3 |
4 (50-59%) |
4 (50-59%) |
2 (30-39%) OR 4 (50-59%) |
4 (50-59%) |
3 (40-49%) |
21/23 |
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