Yes, you can go to college if you have failed Matric. You can enrol at Matric College for courses that help you gain Matric or other higher qualifications.
You can study the following courses with us:
Adult Matric Course
You can enrol in our Adult Matric Course if you do not have Matric. You will receive a Matriculation Qualification upon completion of this course. You can then use it to do the following:
- Find entry-level work
- Study at a university or college
- Get a bursary
- Join a learnership programme
Matric Rewrite Course
You can study the Matric Rewrite Course if you still need to get a Matric Qualification. This course will allow you to improve your grades, prepare for university, and earn a better Matric result.
Like our Adult Matric Course, you can use your improved results to gain university admission, apply for a bursary, or find work opportunities
ICB Courses
The ICB Courses we offer do not require you to have a Matric Qualification to further your studies. The best thing about these courses is that they provide scarce skills, knowledge, and qualifications that open doors nationally and internationally.
You can use an ICB Qualification to open a business or look for career opportunities. Below are the ICB Courses you can study:
Short Courses
The Short Courses we offer can be studied without a Matric Qualification. The best thing about these courses is the following:
- There are no examinations (only complete assignments)
- Interesting and therefore easier to grasp
- Quick to complete
- Learn specific skills
- Gain a valuable Certificate of Completion
- Prepare you for entrepreneurship and employment
Here are the Short Courses available for you to choose from:
- Salon Management Course
- Nail Care Courses
- Make-up Courses
- Facial Skincare Courses
- Beauty Therapy Courses
- Tourism Management Courses
- Guest House Management Courses
- Events Management Courses
- Wedding Planning Courses
- First Aid Course Courses
- Crèche Management Courses
- Child Day Care Courses
- Child Psychology Courses
Please note that you can apply to study at Matric College any time of the year. Since we are distance learning, our applications are always open.
What Can I Do If I Failed Matric?
If you have failed Matric, there are many things you can do to either boost your marks. These include the following:
- We offer Rewrite Matric Courses. This means that you can rewrite any of subjects we offer. Changing subjects is also an option if you do not like the ones you are doing. Only a minimum of (4) four subjects can be changed.
- It is possible to redo your Matric in High School. In order to qualify, you must be younger than 21 years old. Those who are 21 years old or older can apply at Matric College for the Matric Rewrite Course.
- Request a remark from the Department of Basic Education so they can check your paper again to ensure there are no errors.
- A recheck can be done by contacting the Department of Basic Education, they will check your paper and make sure it has been marked fairly and accurately.
- If your paper has been remarked on or rechecked, you can ask the Department of Basic Education to allow you to view it and ensure your marks are fair.
Can You Change Subjects After Failing Matric?
Yes, you can change subjects after failing Matric. You can do this by applying for the Rewrite Matric Course at Matric College. In this course, you can change (4) four subjects from the ones you have. This can help you choose subjects that match your future career path and what you are interested in.
Can I Go Back To School After Failing Matric?
Yes, you can return to High School failing Matric. However, this can only be done if you are under the age of 21. If you are 21 or older, you will have to redo your Matric through a college. You can apply at Matric College for our Rewrite Matric Course.
Do Colleges Look At Grade 12 Marks?
This is dependent on the course you are applying for. If you apply for a course that does not require you to have Matric, the college will not look at your Grade 12 marks. However, if the course you apply for requires Matric, the college will take your Grade 12 marks into consideration.
At Matric College we have courses you can study with Grade 12 marks and those you can study without Grade 12 marks. Apply today and get yourself a set of skills, knowledge, and qualifications that will help you either start a business, find work, or further your studies.
At What Age Can You Study Without Matric?
You can study at Matric College if you are at least 16 years old. If you do not have a Matric, you are still able to study most of the courses we offer.
This can either be our Matric Courses, ICB or Short Courses. These courses will enable you to earn a Matric Qualification or a higher level qualification which can be used in entrepreneurship or employment.
How Do I Get My Matric If I Left School?
You can get your Matric online if you left school. You can do it through Matric College. We have the following Matric Courses you can enrol in:
The above courses will help you earn your Matric. In these courses, you only have to write exams for all the subjects you take. Each exam counts as 100% marks. To pass, you need at least 50%. When you finish these courses, you earn a Matric Certificate.
Which Course Is Easy To Study?
Short Courses are easy to study. This is because they focus on equipping you with a specific skill. It is easier to learn when you concentrate on one thing at a time.
These courses also do not have any examinations. This means that you can use all your time to focus on working on the assignments you are given.
Short Courses can be completed in a short amount of time. You can earn your qualification after a few months and start looking for work or starting a business of your own.
Study With Matric College
Come study at Matric College today. There are no limitations. You can study with us whether or not you have Matric. We have different courses to cater to different students. Apply today and get ready to build a bright future with us.
Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Stacey Christian
Date Published: January 27, 2023