Yes, you can finish your Matric online. Finishing your Matric online has the following advantages:
- Flexibility – When you study Matric online, you have the flexibility to study at your own pace, space and time
- Cut costs – The following are some of the costs that you can cut when you study your Matric online:
- Transport costs
- Tuition fees
- Cost of teas and lunches
- Cost of textbooks
- Gain skills – The nature of studying online can enable you to gain the following skills:
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Time management skills
- Teamwork
- Work and learn at the same time – Since you will not be attending classes, you can study and work at the same time
Where Can I Complete My Matric Online?
You can complete your Matric online at Matric College. Online learning is the same as distance learning. This is because online tools are used to interact with the students. Here care some of the online tools that are used in distance learning:
- Website
- Short Messaging services (SMS)
- Telephone
How Does Online Matric Work At Matric College?
Here is how online Matric work at Matric College:
- Register to study at Matric College through any of the following:
- As soon as you successfully register, you will receive textbooks and study material at your doorstep via courier
- Put in place a study timetable that you will stick to. The College can assist you to come up with a timetable if you need help
- Be part of online study groups
- Attempt your first assignment and more thereafter
- Get help from your tutors in study areas that you are facing challenges
- Connect with Student Support Services if you need help with issues concerning your studies. This service is available every weekday from 08:00 am to 05:00 pm
- Prepare for your exams
- Get exam tips from matric College
- Write your exams at a designated venue in your area
- Pass your Matric
How Much Does It Cost To Study Matric Online?
Contact one of our Courses Experts to find out how much it will cost to study Matric online. The cost, with an option of flexible payment options, is dependent on the following:
- The number of subjects that you intend to study
- The duration of your studies
How Long Does It Take To Finish Matric Online?
The duration of your Matric studies can depend on the number of subjects that you are studying and the time that you spend on your studies. Matric is normally a three-year course. If, say, you want to complete six (6) subjects, you can study three subjects in one year and the other three in the next. This will give you a total of two (2) years.
How Many Hours A Day Should I Study In Matric?
Ideally, as a Matric student, you should be studying between 6 – 8 hours a day. You can have breaks of between 14 and 20 minutes. Do not continue if you feel that you are not concentrating. It is also best to read to understand and not to cram.
What Does It Take To Pass Matric?
To pass Matric, you must be organised and dedicated to your studies. Here are a few tips that you can use to pass your Matric:
- Have a study timetable
- Stick to your timetable
- Make sure there are no distractions at the place/s that you use for studying
- Read widely from other sources of information
- Be active in online study groups
- Study with a friend
- Do not cram, study to acquire knowledge
- Hand in your assignments in time
- Work on areas that you may be struggling with
- Ask questions
- Work on past exam papers
- Prepare for your exams thoroughly
- Take note of exam tips
- Arrive at the exam venue early
Which Matric Certificate Is The Highest?
There are four (4) Matric Certificates that Umalusi can issue depending on how you will have passed. The following are the Matric Level Passes, beginning with the highest:
How Many Marks Do You Need To Pass Matric?
The table below shows the pass requirements for each Matric Pass Level:
MATRIC PASS LEVEL | PASS REQUIREMENTS |
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What Was the Matric Pass Rate In 2022?
A Matric pass rate is the number of students who passed Matric out of a hundred (100). Here are the Matric rates for the past ten (10) years:
| YEAR | PASS RATE (%) |
| 2022 | 80.1 |
| 2021 | 76.4 |
| 2020 | 76.2 |
| 2019 | 81.3 |
| 2018 | 78.2 |
| 2017 | 75.1 |
| 2016 | 72.5 |
| 2015 | 70.7 |
| 2014 | 75.8 |
| 2013 | 78.3 |
What Age Is Too Late To Study?
There is no age that can be considered as too late to study. You can study your Matric at any age. Our motto at Matric College is, It is not too late.
What Are My Study Options If I Fail Matric?
Here are your study options if you fail Matric:
- Matric Upgrade – A Matric Upgrade course will give you an opportunity to:
- Add new subjects to your Matric Certificate
- Aim for a higher pass level
- Pass the subjects that you will have failed
- Change your subjects
- Improve your marks
- ICB Courses – ICB Courses are scarce skills courses. These are courses that are in demand on the job market. Here are the ICB Courses that you can study if you fail your Matric:
- Short Courses – Short Courses equip you with the skills and knowledge to either be an entrepreneur or to look for entry-level employment. The following are the Short Courses that you can study at Matric College:
Can I Buy Matric Certificate?
No, you cannot buy a Matric Certificate. It is illegal to buy a Matric Certificate. Buying a Matric Certificate can lead to your prosecution if found out. A Matric Certificate is only issued by Umalusi after you have passed your exams.
Author: Collin Wilbesi
Editor: Vimbainashe Chabata
Date Published: February 21, 2023