{"id":90,"date":"2024-04-11T19:21:31","date_gmt":"2024-04-11T19:21:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bursariesafrica.co.za\/unisa\/?page_id=90"},"modified":"2026-01-02T06:21:31","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T06:21:31","slug":"can-i-study-teaching-with-17-aps","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/unisa\/can-i-study-teaching-with-17-aps\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Study Teaching With 17 Aps?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re a South African student aspiring to become an educator, you might be wondering if your 17 Aps qualifies you for a teaching degree at Unisa (University of South Africa). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article provides a clear explanation of the requirements and alternative options for pursuing your teaching goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is an APS Score?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Admission Point Score (APS) is a ranking system used by South African universities to assess applicants’ academic performance during their senior high school years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While a minimum APS score is often a requirement for specific programs, it’s important to remember that universities have\u00a0 individual selection criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can I Study Teaching With 17 Aps?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With an APS score of 17, qualifying for a Bachelor of Education (BEd) degree, the standard teaching qualification in South Africa, might be challenging. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most universities require an APS score in the range of 21-23 for entry into their BEd programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Options Are Available with a 17 APS?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With a 17 APS, you won’t be able to directly enroll in a Bachelor of Education (BEd) program at Unisa<\/a> or other universities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, there are still other options available to pursue your teaching dreams:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Consider Alternative Qualifications: Unisa offers various Higher Certificate (HC) programs in Education,\u00a0 such as the HC in Education: Foundation Phase and Intermediate Phase. These one-year qualifications equip you with foundational teaching skills and knowledge but don’t qualify you as a fully-fledged teacher.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Improve Your APS Score: If you’re highly motivated to become a teacher, consider re-writing your matric exams through a recognized National Senior Certificate (NSC) institution. This allows you to potentially improve your APS and meet the minimum requirement for a BEd program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Other Educational Paths: While teaching might be your ultimate goal, there are other educational fields with a lower APS requirement. Unisa offers a variety of diploma and certificate programs that could interest you and provide valuable skills for future efforts.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Can I become a teacher with a diploma?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    While a diploma in education won’t qualify you as a fully-fledged teacher on its own, it can provide valuable foundational knowledge and skills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You might consider combining a diploma with further studies like a Postgraduate Certificate in Education<\/a> (PGCE) to become a qualified teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What are some alternative careers in education?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If your APS score isn’t suitable for teaching qualifications right now, there are still ways to be involved in education. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Educational psychologists, curriculum developers, or instructional designers all play important roles in the learning process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How can I improve my APS score?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Several institutions offer NSC rewrite programs that allow you to improve your matric marks and consequently, your APS score. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You can check out these options at registered NSC providers or adult education centers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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