What Can I Study With An APS of 15 Points?

You can study any course you want at Matric College with an Admission Points Score of 15. These courses can help you either upgrade your Matric or gain skills and knowledge that increase your chances of finding employment or starting a successful business.

Below we have listed the courses you can study with an APS of 15 points:

Matric Upgrade Course

If you have an APS of 15 points, and you are not happy about it, you can upgrade your Matric marks. If you want to study at university, you will need an APS of at least 23 points. The Matric Upgrade Course will help you achieve your desired marks.

When you enrol in this course, you will have the following resources to assist you:

Our friendly and well-trained tutors
Past exam papers and memorandums
Study material
Course Experts

The above resources will help you pass the Matric Upgrade exams. When you pass, you will receive a Matric Qualification from Umalusi.

ICB Courses

You can study ICB Courses with an APS of 15 points. These courses are best if you want to either start a business or work in the business field. You will be well-versed in skills, knowledge, and qualifications that are recognised all over the world.

You can use the ICB Qualification you earn to either further your studies, find work or start a business. Below are the ICB Courses you can choose to study;

NATED Courses

You can enrol in a NATED Courses with an APS of 15 points. These courses are best if you want to earn practical skills and knowledge that increase your opportunity to find employment anywhere in South Africa.

These courses are business-based and will help you find employment in the business field. Below are the NATED Courses we have available:

Short Courses

You can study Short Courses with an APS of 15 points. These courses are best for students who want to earn a set of skills that can be used to start businesses and find employment.

Short Courses are also best because they are short, have no examinations, and provide specialised skills.

Below are the Short Courses you can enrol in:

What Are Matric Points?

Matric points are also known as Admission Point Scores. These are scores calculated based on your final Matric results. Universities use your APS to determine whether you qualify to study at their institutions or not.

Below we will show you an example of how your Matric points are calculated.

Percentage of marks and what points they represent	Marks you received in the final exams	APS Points based on your final exam results	Type of Achievement
80-100% (7 points) (Distinction Pass)	Tshivenda Home Language (60%)	5 points	Outstanding Achievement
70-79% (6 points)	English First Additional Language (85%) Distinction Pass	7 points	Meritorious Achievement
60-69% (5 points)	Mathematics (49%)	3 points	Substantial Achievement
50-59% (4 points)	Accounting (71%)	6 points	Adequate Achievement
40-49% (3 points)	Economics (54%)	4 points	Moderate Achievement
30-39% (2 points)	Business Studies (64%)	5 points	Elementary Achievement
0-29% (1 point)	Life Orientation (59%)	0 points	Not achieved Achievement

Note: Life Orientation is not included in the calculation of your Admission Points Score (APS)

What Is A Good APS Score?

A good APS is any score starting at 30 points or above. The more points you have, the higher your chances are of getting into university. If you do not have enough points to get admission to the university, you can do the following:

Upgrade your marks at Matric College
Study without Matric at Matric College

You can study at Matric College with any APS Score. You will gain skills knowledge and qualifications that are good for employment and starting a business.

Is 11 APS A Lot?

No, an APS of 11 points is not a lot. It is a failed result.

You can, however, still study any of the courses we offer with an APS of 11 points. We only require a Matric Qualification.

The best thing about studying with us is that you can do it whether you have a Matric or not. We also have courses you can study without a Matric Qualification.

Which Grade 11 Report Is Needed To Apply For University?

This depends on the university you are applying to. Some universities may require your Grade 11 June results while others require your December Grade 11 results. Research the university you want to study at and see what their requirements are.

What Happens If You Fail Maths In Matric?

If you fail Maths, you can still pass Matric. However, if you fail your Home Language, you will fail Matric. You also fail Matric if you get less than 30% in two or more subjects.

What Can I Study Without Maths?

You can study any course at Matric College without mathematics. You are not required to have any background knowledge in mathematics for any of the courses we offer. We provide you with all of the information you require.

We have tutors, study materials and Course Experts to ensure you are skilled and knowledgeable in your chosen course.

Can I Study Without Matric?

Yes, you can study without Matric. The following courses are available for you to study without having completed Matric:

Adult Matric Course (This course helps you earn Matric for the first time)
ICB Courses (This course helps you gain business/accounting knowledge and skills)
Short Courses (This course helps you gain a wide range of skills needed for a job like Wedding Planning or Child Psychology)

Our courses help you pursue your dream career. Whether you want to work in the business field, start a business, or further your studies, both nationally and internationally.

At Matric College, we welcome students with or without Matric to study. Come and study with us to gain relevant skills and knowledge.