How to Calculate your APS at UNISA
by FundiConnect Editorial Team | · Last updated
So, you are keen to study at the University of South Africa (UNISA)?One of the need-to-knows before sending off your application form is the APS calculation.
APS stands for Admission Point Score. In South Africa, universities use APS points as one of the tools to see if applicants qualify for their respective programmes. UNISA has a unique APS calculation that applicants can use to work out their score.
UNISA APS Breakdown
Applicants will need to meet the minimum APS in order to be considered for a specific programme. Generally, you get points for each matric subject that you write an exam for. The points you get for each course will depend on the percentage you score in that particular subject. The APS score is the total points you receive from each course.
Please note: meeting the bare minimum requirement is not always enough to get you into your desired degree programme, so push hard to get the highest marks you possibly can.
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UNISA APS Calculation
Here is a breakdown of UNISA’s APS calculation:
This institution requires you to write a National Benchmark Test (NBT) as part of your application. Find out more information about the NBTs here. Get on it now!
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So now you know if you meet the minimum requirements according to UNISA’s standards. Remember this is a UNISA score calculation. The APS calculation differs from institution to institution so your score could differ significantly at other institutions. Check out our article on why your APS score matters.
Why do you even have to calculate an APS? Find out why an APS is so important and why institutions use them.
We know you’ve got this. Good luck!
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