Can I pass matric with 5 subjects?

No, you can not pass matric with 5 subjects. You have to pass a minimum of 6 out of 7 subjects in order to pass matric.
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How many subjects do you need for matric?

How many subjects do you need to pass matric? Matric students need to take at least 7 subjects. To pass matric, you need to get at least 40% for your home language, 40% for two other subjects and 30% for three others. This is the minimum requirement to pass matric.
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Can you fail maths and pass matric?

To receive an NSC pass, you must have the following: 40% or above for English Home Language. 40% or above for Mathematics, OR 50% or above for Mathematical Literacy.
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What percentage do you need to pass matric in South Africa?

National Senior Certificate pass rate

This is where the 30% pass mark requirement gets tricky. While it is the bare minimum needed to pass your matric year, you still have to satisfy the minimum subject requirements.
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What is the lowest matric pass?

7 NSC Levels and Achievement Ratings:
  • Level 7: 80 – 100% (Outstanding achievement)
  • Level 6: 70 – 79% (Meritorious achievement)
  • Level 5: 60 – 69% (Substantial achievement)
  • Level 4: 50 – 59% (Moderate achievement)
  • Level 3: 40 – 49% (Adequate achievement)
  • Level 2: 30 – 39% (Elementary achievement)
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Levels At Which You Can Pass Matric



Can you fail a subject and still pass matric?

Yes, you can pass Matric if you fail one subject. Remember, for the Senior Certificate (Amended), you write six subjects, and you can pass if you fail one subject. With the National Senior Certificate (NSC), you can write seven subjects and can pass if you fail one subject.
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Can you fail 2 subjects in matric?

With a rewrite, you can improve your marks to meet the requirements to pass your Matric. However, you may only rewrite a maximum of two subjects, meaning if you failed more than two subjects, you will have to wait to get an Adult Matric.
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How are matric points calculated?

The point system works as follows:
  1. 80% - 100% = 7 points.
  2. 70% - 79% = 6 points.
  3. 60% - 69% = 5 points.
  4. 50% - 59% = 4 points.
  5. 40% - 49% = 3 points.
  6. 30% - 39% = 2 points.
  7. 0% - 29% = 1 point.
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What is symbol C in matric results?

1. What does symbol c mean in matric results? The 60% to 69% mark, symbol C, falls under the substantial achievement level in the National Senior Certificate (NSE) and a second division achievement in the university.
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What are the 4 compulsory subjects?

The four compulsory subjects are 2 official Languages (one Home Language and one First Additional Language), Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy and Life Orientation. Learners must also choose three optional subjects from a list of 25 approved subjects. Of these, a maximum of two additional languages may be selected.
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Can you do matric in 3 months?

The answer to this is no you cannot do your matric year in 3 months. You would need to learn, study and write all your exams. You are however able to apply for a rewrite if you have failed your matric year and are looking to complete your exams.
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What are the requirements to pass grade 10?

Promotion requirements for Grades 10 - 12

Achieved 40% in three subjects, one of which is an official language at Home Language level, and 30% in three subjects, provided the School-Based Assessment component is submitted in the subjects offered.
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What are low credit subjects?

Lower credit subjects are:
  • Agricultural management practices.
  • Agricultural technology.
  • Civil technology.
  • Computer application technology.
  • Dance studies.
  • Life orientation.
  • Mechanical technology.
  • Tourism.
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What is the lowest APS score?

For courses in the Humanities, the minimum APS is 28. However, a score of 27 will be considered if there are spaces available. The results of the National Benchmark Test (NBT) will be considered for students who do not meet subject requirements.
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Which marks do universities look at?

*Universities usually use grade 11 marks to grant students provisional acceptance. If they meet the requirements based on those marks. The matric marks are used to confirm the student's acceptance and these marks are the final deciding factor.
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How many points are needed at Tut?

Selection criteria: To be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 22. Assessment procedures: No further assessment will be done.
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What can I study if I failed my matric?

You can approach your nearest high school and talk to the principal to find out what options they can offer you. You can also register for an ABET (Adult Basic Education and Training) course ABET courses give you a Matric Equivalent qualification.
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What can I do if I have failed matric?

If you are disappointed with your results or have failed matric there are options available. Candidates may apply for re-marking or re-checking of examination answer scripts immediately after receiving their results.
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Can you go to college if you failed matric?

Matric exam pass requirements are set up by the National Qualifications Framework(NQF). Failing to meet the minimum pass requirements in your November exams simply means that you are unable to enter into a degree course at this time.
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Can I pass matric with 4 subjects?

To achieve a Bachelors Degree pass, a candidate must pass at least 6 out of 7 subjects and obtain: At least 40% for your Home Language (compulsory) At least 50% for four other subjects excluding Life Orientation. At least 30% in Language of Learning and Teaching (LOLT) of the tertiary (Higher Education) institution.
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How many subjects do you need to pass senior certificate?

To meet the pass requirements for the Amended National Senior Certificate, you have to choose a total of 6 subjects. The other pass requirements are as follows: 3 subjects must be passed with a minimum of 40%.
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Which subjects count for APS?

Subjects that count for APS are listed below:
  • Accounting.
  • Agricultural Science.
  • Business Studies.
  • Consumer Studies.
  • Dramatic Arts.
  • Economics.
  • Engineering Graphics and Design.
  • Geography.
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How did matric 2021?

The 2021 matric pass rate is 76.4% up from 76.2% in 2020. 76% of boys who wrote exams passed, the same % for girls too. 120 prisoners wrote matric, they achieved a 89% pass rate. Motshekga says they concede challenges still remain in their sector, inequalities persist.
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