Your Matric final examination is important. It determines whether you will pass or fail Matric. This is why we have guidelines to help you prepare for your exams. If you can prepare for your exam the right way, you will be able to pass. Here is a list of Matric exam guidelines:
- Study consistently
- Use past exam papers
- Study with others
- Get a tutor
Study Consistently
Use Past Exam Papers
There are different questions that repeat themselves over the years in different exams. You can familiarise yourself with these questions by using past exam papers and memorandums to prepare for the exam.
Using past exam papers also helps you to get used to how questions are set in the exam. By the time the exam arrives, you will be well-informed and ready to write. Below is a list of different materials you can use to prepare for Matric exams:
- English Home Language
- English First Additional Language
- Afrikaans Home Language
- Afrikaans First Additional Language
- Business Studies
- Mathematics
- Maths Literacy
- Economics
- Accounting
- Physical Science
- History
- Geography
- Agricultural Sciences
- Life Science
- Religion Studies
- Rekeningkunde
- Landbouwetenskappe
- Besigheidstudies
- Ekonomie
- Geskiedenis
- Geografie
- Lewenswetenskappe
- Fisiese Wetenskappe
- Religiestudies
- Wiskunde
- Wiskundige Geletterdeheid
Study With Others
Studying with other students can help you learn new things. You can learn a new studying style or information. If there is a topic in one of the subjects that you do not fully understand, you can ask other students to assist you. It is easier to ask for help from other students because you relate to them.
Get A Tutor
Watch Our Principal Of Matric College, Jan Badenhorst, Give Guidelines For Matric Exams
What Happens If You Miss A Matric Exam?
If you miss the final examination, you will have to rewrite the exam. To do this, you must apply for the supplementary exam through the Department of Basic Education (DBE) or Provincial Department offices.
Through the supplementary exam, you write the exam that you missed. To pass, you must obtain at least 50% in your exam.
How Many Times Can You Rewrite A Matric Subject?
You can rewrite a subject you failed as many times as possible if you do it through Matric College. We also have tutors to help you when you rewrite. Our tutors are available from Mondays to Fridays and can be contacted through call email or WhatsApp. They are there to ensure that you pass the course on time.
What If A Student Fails In One Subject?
If you fail one subject in Matric, you can still pass. The Department of Basic Education (DBE) has a policy which allows students to pass Matric only if one subject is failed. However, this does not mean you should neglect your subjects and let yourself fail.
You must pass all subjects well to have a better chance of getting admission into the university.
What Is Considered A Fail In Matric?
When you fail two or more subjects in Matric, it is considered a failure. You can only fail one subject and pass Matric. If you fail two subjects, you can apply for the Rewrite Matric Course.
What Are The 3 Types Of Certificates You Can Get In Matric?
Below are the four (4) Certificate Passes you earn if you pass Matric. From these four, you can only obtain one. We have arranged them from the highest to the lowest pass:
Bachelor’s Degree Pass Level
- A minimum of 40% in your home language
- A minimum of 50% in four subjects
- A minimum of 30% in two other subjects
Diploma Pass Level
- A minimum of 40% in your home language
- A minimum of 40% in four subjects
- A minimum of 30% in two other subjects
Higher Certificate Pass Level
- A minimum of 40% in your home language
- A minimum of 40% in two subjects
- A minimum of 30% in four other subjects
National Senior Certificate Pass Level
- A minimum of 40% in your home language
- A minimum of 30% in two other subjects
- A minimum of 30% in three subjects
- You can fail one subject
Please note that you will need to earn the Bachelor’s Degree Pass in order to study at university. Your acceptance will depend on the level of marks you have.
Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Editor: Sive Ncanywa
Date: September 16, 2022