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Investigating the basic pass requirements for a NSC Diploma and a Degree

Investigating the basic pass requirements for a NSC Diploma and a Degree We examine the fundamental pass standards for an NSC diploma and a degree on this page. Your Grade 12 Matriculation Certificate, often known as the NSC, is what you will receive once you have satisfied all the fundamental pass requirements.

The NSC is a Level 4 recognised qualification on the National Qualifications Framework, did you know that? Only if you satisfy all of the requirements for grades 10, 11, and 12 and have successfully completed both the internal (school-based) assessments for Grade 12 and the external Grade 12 assessment will you be awarded your NSC.

The basic pass requirements for a NSC Matric

For you to get the NCS Grade 12 Matric, you will need to meet the basic pass requirements below:

achieve 40% in three subjects (one must be an official language at Home Language level)
achieve 30% in three subjects
provide evidence that you have completed the school-based (internal) assessments (if you have failed a subject).
two official languages (one language on the Home Language level and the other on either Home or First Additional Language level). One of the languages must be the language of learning and teaching (LOLT)
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy Life Orientation
a minimum of three other subjects.

Grade 12 Admission Requirements at Higher Learning Institutions (Universities and Colleges)

Based on the APS score, Subject Choices, and Grades, you may or may not qualify to gain entrance into Higher Certificate, Diploma, and Degree studies. Below are the different set of requirements for different levels of study:

Higher Certificate Requirements

The minimum admission requirement is a NSC with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution (offered at First Additional Language level) and 40% in languages offered at Home Language level.

Diploma Admission Requruirements

The minimum admission requirement is an UMALUSI certified NSC with an achievement rating of 3 (this is moderate achievement, 40–49%) or better in four recognised NSC credit subjects. You will also need a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution (offered at First Additional Language level) and 40% in languages offered at Home Language level.

Degree Admission Requirements

The minimum admission requirement is an UMALUSI certified NSC with an achievement rating of 4 (this is an adequate achievement, 50–59%) or better in four subjects chosen from the following designated subject list:

Accounting
Agricultural Sciences
Business Studies
Dramatic Arts
Economics
Engineering Graphics and Design
Geography
History
Consumer Studies
Information Technology
Languages (one Language of Learning and Teaching at the higher- education institution and up to two other recognised language subjects)
Life Science
Mathematics
Mathematical Literacy
Music
Physical Sciences
Religion Studies
Visual Arts

You will also need a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution (offered at First Additional Language level) and 40% in languages offered at Home Language level.

How to Pass Life Orientation Grade 11 with distinctions

One of the most significant accomplishments in your academic career is passing matric. It provides access to a wide range of post secondary options and employment possibilities. Use our best study advice to complete your matriculation, and you’ll succeed with flying colors.

Attend class
Ask questions
Make notes
Study
Practise
Study groups
Extra class
Motivation
Complete assessments
Prepare for the Exams in due time

Investigating the basic pass requirements for a NSC Diploma and a Degree