What are the pass requirements for Grades 10 to 12?
Learning targets must be met throughout the year, which contribute to a learner's year mark or SBA. This mark is calculated by combining various continuous assessment components. In the language subjects and certain practical subjects, there are critical components (orals and practical tasks) that must be completed. The assessment components are weighted and combined, as determined by CAPS, to calculate the final year mark.
Please refer to the Assessment Information for Grades 10 to 12, available to download from the Optimi Learning Portal, for more detail.
Grade 12 final NSC exam
Please take note that Umalusi places great emphasis on the final examination mark. Downward adjustments may be made from time to time in instances where the SBA and the mark obtained in the final examination differ significantly. Therefore, always consider that the 25% contribution in terms of the SBA is to a maximum of 25%, and this is amended at Umalusi's discretion, based on the learner's final examination marks.
There are 4 pass levels when completing the NSC:
- Basic Grade 12
- Higher certificate
- Diploma
- Bachelor's pass (previously known as an exemption).
Basic Grade 12
- Must obtain at least 40% for your Home Language,
- Must obtain at least 40% in two subjects,
- Must obtain at least 30% for three other subjects.
Higher certificate pass requirements:
- Must obtain at least 40% for your Home Language,
- Must obtain at least 40% for three subjects,
- Must obtain at least 30% for three other subjects.
Diploma pass requirements:
- Must obtain at least 40% for your Home Language,
- Must obtain at least 40% for four subjects, excluding Life Orientation,
- Must obtain at least 30% for two other subjects
This will qualify you to study for a diploma at a TVET college or a University of Technology.
Bachelor's Degree pass requirements:
- Must obtain at least 40% for your Home Language (compulsory),
- Must obtain at least 50% for four subjects, excluding Life Orientation,
- Must obtain at least 30% for two other subjects,
A Bachelor’s pass qualifies you to study towards a degree at a university, university of technology, TVET college or any accredited Higher Learning Institution. However, these courses may require a particular APS (see 7.3) and/or specific subject combinations. Always consult the tertiary institution where you would like to further your studies to determine their requirements, as merely achieving the pass requirements mentioned here may not guarantee you acceptance to the course.
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