To know more about the Upgrade Matric course fees, you can contact our Course Experts. They will explain everything you need to know about the course fees and the payment methods that you can use.
Our course experts are well-trained in their field, they can also help you choose the subjects that are good for your Upgrade Matric course. This is because you are allowed to change subjects in the Matric Upgrade course and choose a minimum of four new subjects.
These are subjects in the Upgrade Matric course. The elective subjects are the ones you can choose from:
Compulsory Subjects:
- English Home Language OR
- English 1st Additional Language
- Afrikaans Huistaal OF
- Afrikaans 1ste Addisionele Taal
- Mathematics OR
- Mathematics Literacy
Elective Subjects:
- Life Science (Used to be Biology)
- Physical Science (Physics and Chemistry)
- Business, Commerce and Management Studies
- Accounting
- Business Studies
- Economics
- Human and Social Studies
- Geography
- History
Which Colleges Can I Upgrade My Matric?
You can upgrade your Matric at Matric College. We are a distance learning college. This means that you get to study from anywhere you are. This helps anyone who wants to gain an education, to apply. Distance learning is good because even the following groups can apply:
- Parents/Guardians
- Employees
- Employers
- Business owners
- International students
Watch Jan Badenhorst, Our CEO of Matric College, discuss everything you need to know about an Upgrade Matric course
Benefits Of Studying At Matric College
- You study from home
- Work while you study
- You study at the pace that suits your understanding
- Study schedules are self-made
- You gain accredited qualifications
- You gain recognised qualifications
- You gain skills and knowledge
- You study with less pressure
- You reduce chances of dropping out
Watch Jan Badenhorst, Our CEO of Matric College, discuss the reasons why you should study with Matric College
Can You Upgrade Your Matric Results?
Yes, you can upgrade your Matric results. You can do this at Matric College. The Upgrade Matric is available to give you an opportunity to improve your Matric results. While you study this course at Matric College, we have different tools to assist you.
- Study Material
- Tutors
- Course Experts
- Support Team
- Access to past exam papers and answer sheets
Study Material
We provide you with the study material. We deliver this to you in five (5) to seven (7) days after you have been registered.
Tutors
We have tutors to help you with your course. You can ask them questions and take note of what they tell you. They can be contacted through email, call and WhatsApp. Tutors are available to assist you from Mondays to Friday, 08:00 am to 05:00 pm.
Course Experts
Our Course experts can help you with course information. If you want details about the course you are studying or wish to study, they can explain everything you need to know.
Support Team
Our support team assist you when you need urgent assistance. You can fill out our Red Alert Form. Once they have received your request, they will contact you immediately.
Access To Past Exam Papers And Answer Sheets
We have a website you can use to access past papers and answer sheets for Matric subjects. This will help you prepare for the exam better.
Who Qualifies For A Matric Upgrade?
You qualify to complete an Upgrade Matric course at Matric College if you meet the following requirements:
- An incomplete matric result; OR
- Your final Matric results from Umalusi;
- You must be able to read, write and understand English
Can I Upgrade My Matric Results After 5 Years?
Yes, you can upgrade your Matric after five (5) years. You can do this at Matric College. You qualify to study whether you failed or passed your Matric. Our Upgrade Matric course will help you improve your results.
The Matric Upgrade course can be studied in 12 to 24 months. Students who can complete the course in less time can do so. However, we recommend that you study for 12 to 24 months because it gives you time to:
- Study your material
- Ask tutors questions
- Do in-depth research on information
- Practise past papers
What Is The Difference Between Matric Rewrite And Matric Upgrade?
| Matric Rewrite | Matric Upgrade |
| Must be younger than 21 to write | Must be 21 or older to write |
| You can rewrite as long as you are younger than 21 | You can rewrite as many times as you can |
| Rewrite the same subjects | Choose to upgrade to new or same subjects |
| Offered by the Department of Basic Education | Offered at Matric College |
| Cannot add more subjects | You can add more subjects |
| You use old study material | You receive study material from the college |
Is Matric Upgrade A Good Idea?
Yes, upgrading your Matric is a good idea. This helps you to improve your Matric results and receive good results. You can also gain the following benefits from upgrading your marks:
- Boost Confidence
Improved results will boost your confidence in your academics. You will feel more energised to further your studies.
- Gain Course Entry
You will increase your chances to gain entry into the course you wish to study at university.
- Gain University Entry
Your chances of getting into university will increase and you will start working on a career you love.
- Gain Bursary
Improved results will help you qualify for bursary opportunities. This will help you study with no pressure as your tuition fees will be paid for.
- Be Valued By Employers
Employers will value you more for taking the time and effort to improve your Matric results. They will want to hire a candidate like yourself.
Can I Upgrade My Matric In 6 Months?
Yes, you can upgrade your Matric in 6 months. However, we do recommend that you upgrade your Matric in 12 to 24 months. This will help you to improve your results with a better understanding. You will have more time to study your course material and ensure you write the exams when you are ready.
Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Amy Venter
Date Published: April 6, 2022