You can complete your Adult Matric at Matric College if you only have Grade 9. Matric College is a distance learning institute. You do not attend classes, so you can study anywhere that you feel most comfortable, be it your home, office, or any other place. You will also have tutors will interact with you, using the following:
- Textbooks
- Notes
- Online tools
- Telegram
- Telephone
Who Qualifies For Adult Matric?
To start the Adult Matric Course at Matric College, you need to meet the following entry requirements:
- Grade 9 or,
- Grade 9 Equivalent Certificate (ABET – Adult Basic Education and Training – Level 4)
- Be 21 years or older
- Understand, read and write English
- Be able to study through distance learning
How Do I Apply To Study At Matric College?
To apply to study at Matric College for your Adult Matric, follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Contact us using any of the following methods:
- Complete our online application form
- Book a call back
- Give us a call on 021 838 8280
- Visit us at our offices located in Bellville South (Western Cape) and Pretoria (Guateng)
Step 2: Speak to one of our friendly Course Experts
Our Course Experts will assist you in choosing the subjects that best suit you. This is mostly dependent on your interests, career goals, and your budget.
Step 3: Register for your Adult Matric
Your study material will be delivered to your doorstep. This will, however, only be within 5 – 7 days after we receive your first payment towards your course fees.
Which Matric Subjects Can I Study?
You can choose up to six (6) subjects to study for your Adult Matric. Here is the composition of your subjects:
- Two (2) languages, One (1) Home Language, One (1) First Additional Home Language, One (1) Mathematics subject, Either Mathematics or, Mathematics literacy & Three (3) any other subjects
Here is the full list of Adult Matric subjects that Matric College offers:
Languages
- Afrikaans Huistaal
- Afrikaans Eerste Addisionele Taal
- English Home Language
- English First Additional Language
- IsiNdebele Home Language
- IsiNdebele First Additional Language
- IsiXhosa Home Language
- IsiXhosa First Additional Language
- IsiZulu Home Language
- IsiZulu First Additional Language
- Sepedi Home Language
- Sepedi First Additional Language
- Sesotho Home Language
- Sesotho First Additional Language
- Setswana Home Language
- Setswana First Additional Language
- Siswati Home Language
- Siswati First Additional Language
- Tshivenda Home Language
- Tshivenda First Additional Language
- Xitsonga Home Language
- Xitsonga First Additional Language
Other subjects
- Accounting
- Agricultural Science
- Business Studies
- Computer Applications Technology
- Economics
- Geography
- History
- Information Technology
- Life Sciences
- Mathematics
- Mathematics Literacy
- Physical Sciences
- Religious Studies
How Do I Register To Write The Adult Matric Exam?
Here are the two ways in which you can register to write your Adult Matric exams:
- Online
- In person
Online
You can register for the Adult Matric exams online by visiting the South African e-Service Portal.
In person
You can register for your Adult Matric exam in person at your nearest Department of Basic Education (DBE) office.
Documents You Will Need
Here are the documents that you will need when you register for your Adult Matric exam:
- Completed registration form
- A certified copy of your ID or birth certificate
- Non-South Africans will need to use their passports
- Repeat candidates must include a copy of their previous highest qualification
- Examination numbers of previous Grade 12 or Grade 12 Equivalent exams
Can I Register For Matric Now?
Yes, you can register now for the May/June Adult Matric exam. Registration opened on 01 October 2023 and will close on 09 February 2024.
If you do happen to miss the registration deadline, you can apply for a Matric Course at Matric College. We will send you study material and give you access to our tutors and study groups. In this way, you will be able to prepare for your exams while you wait for the next exam registration window to open.
Is There Any Age Limit For Matric?
While there is an age limit for traditional High School Matric, there is none for Adult Matric.
Here is what you need to know about the age limits for the different types of Matric Programmes:
School Matric
- Certificate Name: National Senior Certificate (NSC)
- Age Limits: Between the ages of 17 and 21
Adult Matric
- Certificate Name: Senior Certificate (Amended)
- Age Limits: Over the age of 21
How Many Subjects Must I Pass To Get A Matric Certificate?
Here are the number of subjects that you must pass in order to be awarded a Matric Certificate:
- Adult Matric – You need to write six (6) subjects and pass at least five (5)
- National Senior Certificate – You need to write seven (7) subjects and pass at least six (6)
What Are The 4 Matric Pass Levels?
There are four Matric Pass Levels:
Bachelors Degree Pass
This is the highest Matric Pass Level. With this pass, you can be admitted to study for a Bachelor’s Degree at a University. You will need to obtain the following minimum passes:
|
SENIOR CERTIFICATE AMENDED SC (A) |
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC) |
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At least 40% for your Home Language |
At least 40% for your Home Language |
|
At least 50% for four other Higher Credit subjects |
At least 50% for four other High Credit subjects |
|
At least 30% for one other subject |
At least 30% for two other subjects |
|
APS - 21 |
APS - 23 |
Diploma Pass
This is the second level pass in Matric. With this pass, you can be admitted to study for a Diploma in an institution of higher learning. To obtain a Diploma Pass Level, you will need the following minimum passes:
|
SENIOR CERTIFICATE AMENDED SC (A) |
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC) |
|
At least 40% for your Home Language |
At least 40% for your Home Language |
|
At least 40% for four other High Credit subjects |
At least 40% for four other High Credit subjects |
|
At least 30% for one other subject |
At least 30% for two other subject |
|
APS -17 |
APS - 19 |
Higher Certificate Pass
This is the third level pass in Matric. With this Pass, youn can be admitted to study for a Higher Certificate at an institution of higher learning
|
SENIOR CERTIFICATE AMENDED SC (A) |
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC) |
|
At least 40% in your Home Language |
At least 40% in your Home Language |
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At least 40% in two other subjects |
At least 40% in two other subjects |
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At least 30% in two other subjects |
At least 30% in three other subjects |
|
APS - 13 |
APS - 15 |
National Senior Certificate Pass
This is an ordinary pass in Matric. With this pass, you can be admitted to study any course which requires just a Matric pass. Here are the minimum requirements for an ordinary Matric pass:
|
SENIOR CERTIFICATE AMENDED SC (A) |
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC) |
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At least 3 subjects with 40%. One of these subjects should be an official Home Language |
At least 40% in your Home Language |
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At least 2 subjects with 30%. One of these subjects should be a First Additional Language or Home Language |
At least 40% in two other subjects |
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You can fail 1 subject. The minimum percentage you can get for this subject is 20%. |
At least 30% in three other subjects. You can fail one subject even if it is your First Additional Language, but you must get 30% or more for the rest of the subjects |
|
APS - 12 |
APS - 14 |
What is APS?
APS stands for Admission Points Score. When your Matric exams are marked, the percentage you receive for each subject is assigned a specific score. The score range is from 1 to 7, with 7 being the highest and 1 being the lowest. The sum total of the scores of all your subjects will make up your APS. The table below shows how your APS is calculated.
|
Percentage (%) Obtained In Exam |
Symbol |
Admission Point Score (APS) |
|
80 - 100 |
A |
7 |
|
70 - 79 |
B |
6 |
|
60 - 69 |
C |
5 |
|
50 - 59 |
D |
4 |
|
40 - 49 |
E |
3 |
|
30 - 39 |
F |
2 |
|
0 - 29 |
G |
1 |
Who Qualifies For A Matric Rewrite?
You qualify for a Matric Rewrite if you meet the following requirements:
- You already wrote Matric and have a Matric Certificate but want to improve your results
- You did not pass Matric
- You missed an exam due to an illness or family circumstances
- You are younger than 21 years old
- If you are older than 21, you can apply for a Matric Upgrade.
- You do not qualify for a Matric Rewrite if you need to rewrite four (4) subjects to get a National Senior Certificate Pass (the lowest Matric Pass Level).
Can I Buy Matric Certificate?
No, you cannot buy a Matric Certificate. It is illegal to buy a Matric Certificate. If you are caught, you can be prosecuted.
For you to get a Matric Certificate, you will need to go through the following process:
- Register at Matric College
- Receive your study material upon successful registration
- Complete your assignments in time every time
- Get help from your tutors in areas that you are struggling with
- Study for your exams
- Write your exams
- Pass your exams
- Get your Matric Certificate from Umalusi
What Can I Study If I Do Not Have A Matric Certificate?
Here are the courses that you can study at Matric College without Matric:
Short Courses
With a Short Course, you will be able to acquire a set of skills in a very short period of time. Short Courses have very flexible entry requirements. Here are the Short Courses that Matric College offers:
ICB Courses
ICB stands for the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers. ICB is an internationally recognised examination body that offers scarce skills courses. Scarce skills are those skills that are in demand and skills that make you stand out to employers. Here are the ICB Courses that Matric College offers:
Adult Matric Course
If you do not have a Matric, you can also study the Adult Matric Course. Matric prepares you for entry-level job opportunities or for further studies. On successfully completing this course, you will be awarded a certificate from Umalusi.
People Also Ask
The decision to go back to school and do your matric as an adult is important and says a lot about your dedication to your goals. A matric certificate comes with different opportunities and can open many doors that might have seemed closed before, such as:
- Studying further
- Better Career Opportunities
On top of learning new skills, you open the opportunity for growth academically and in your personal life, like motivating your peers to also consider studying, a boost in your confidence, and overall improvement for yours, career and family.
Distance learning has been helping student from all walks of life gain great opportunities to chase their dreams careers, with Matric College being at the front line of providing courses and skills.
We deliver our matric courses in a way that ensures your success is a possibility, like study materials to guide you through your studies, tutors to help you if you feel like you are stuck, and study groups through Telegram to engage with tutors and other students where you can share study tips and advice with each other.
We offer different course options for students with a matric certificate but are a few APS points short of university entry, such as:
- NATED courses
- Second Chance Matric courses
- ICB courses
- Short courses
NATED Courses
Also known as National Diploma courses, these courses are made to give students the knowledge and skills they will need for the career they want to pursue.
There are 7 courses in total, with each course having 4 qualifications that you can study, 3 are N4 – N6 certificates which focus on theory and the 4th is an N6 diploma, which is an external practical that you have to do for 18 months.
It allows you to receive relevant work experience and gain your full diploma qualification. Here are our available courses:
- Business Management Courses
- Marketing Management Courses
- Management Assistant Courses
- Human Resources Management Courses
- Financial Management Courses
- Educare Courses
- Legal Secretary Courses
Second Chance Matric Courses
For students looking for a second chance to do their matric, whether to rewrite their exams, upgrade their previous marks or add new subjects, we offer courses to help students reach their desired marks such as:
ICB Courses
For skills that will help you stand out to employers and make sure you grow and succeed in an office environment, ICB courses are an amazing way to reach the top. We offer courses such as:
Short Courses
Short courses are for students who want to learn the skills and knowledge to add to their CV for better job opportunities and start their businesses. We offer many short courses and believe these skills will open doors for anyone who wants to learn them:
Author: Collin Wilbesi
Editor: Caitlin Roux
Date Published: January 30, 2023