UWC 2027 APS Requirements: Getting into Law & Science

The Admission Point Score (APS) at UWC is a weighted points total based on your NSC subject results. 

UWC’s points system places extra value on English and Mathematics, and includes Life Orientation in a reduced capacity. 

You calculate APS by assigning points to each subject based on your final mark, then adding the points together across seven subjects: English, Mathematics (or Mathematical Literacy), Life Orientation, and your four best other recognised subjects. 

UWC requires a National Senior Certificate (NSC) recognised by Umalusi, and you must meet minimum subject pass requirements, such as a pass in English and other designated 20‑credit subjects, in addition to your APS total. 

UWC APS Conversion Table (2027)

Here is how UWC converts NSC percentages into APS points for each subject:

NSC Percentage	Points for English	Points for Maths or Maths Lit	Points for Life Orientation	Points for Other Subjects
90‑100%	15	15	3	8
80‑89%	13	13	3	7
70‑79%	11	11	2	6
60‑69%	9	9	2	5
50‑59%	7	7	2	4
40‑49%	5	5	1	3
30‑39%	3	3	1	2
20‑29%	1	1	1	1
<20%	0	0	0	0

You calculate your APS by adding points earned for each of your seven subjects. 

English and Mathematics are weighted more heavily, so strong marks in these subjects significantly boost your total APS. 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions to Calculate Your APS

1. Collect Your Final NSC Results
   After you receive your final Matric results, list your subject percentages for all subjects, including English, Mathematics (or Mathematical Literacy), and Life Orientation.
2. Assign Points to English and Mathematics
   Use the table above to convert your English and Mathematics results into the weighted point values.
3. Assign Points for Life Orientation
   Include Life Orientation in your seven subjects, but note that it contributes fewer points compared with core subjects.
4. Choose Your Four Best Other Subjects
   Identify your four best academic subjects (excluding English, Mathematics, and Life Orientation) based on your NSC results.
5. Convert Each Subject to APS Points
   Refer to the table above for each subject and add up all points from the seven subjects.
6. Check Your Total APS
   Compare your total APS with the minimum requirements for your intended programme.

UWC APS Requirements for Law (LLB)

Entry into the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at UWC is highly competitive and has specific APS and subject requirements. 

According to official programme requirements:

1. Minimum APS: 37 points or higher as calculated using the weighted APS system. 
2. English Language Requirement: You must achieve at least Level 4 (50‑59%) in English (Home Language or First Additional Language). 
3. Other Language Requirement: You must achieve at least Level 3 (40‑49%) in another recognised language. 
4. Mathematics/Math Literacy Requirement: You must achieve at least Level 3 (40‑49%) in Mathematics or Level 5 (60‑69%) in Mathematical Literacy. 

Meeting these minimums allows you to apply for the LLB programme. 

Actual selection depends on your APS relative to other applicants, as there are limited spaces and competition can be intense. 

UWC considers your APS in conjunction with subject performance in the selection process. 

UWC APS Requirements for Science Degrees

For undergraduate Science programmes such as Bachelor of Science (BSc) and related health science qualifications, UWC applies the same weighted APS calculation with specific minimum requirements depending on the specialisation:

1. Many general BSc programmes require a minimum APS of around 30 points or higher. 
2. Some specialised science degrees, such as advanced health science streams, can require higher APS totals (for example, health science programmes often demand 33 points or more). 
3. Minimum NSC subject levels usually include a pass in English and strong performances in Mathematics and relevant science subjects (like Life Sciences or Physical Sciences). 

For example, allied science streams often list APS 30+ as a baseline requirement and may list higher APS scores for more competitive or specialised areas. 

Subject Requirements and Programme Conditions

In addition to APS totals, UWC typically requires:

1. English Pass: A minimum NSC achievement code in English is mandatory for all degree routes. 
2. Language Pass: At least one additional language at the required level is usually required for Law and other degrees. 
3. Mathematical Proficiency: Pure Mathematics is often required for many science degrees. Mathematical Literacy may be accepted for some streams, but may not meet entry requirements for all Science programmes. 

Meeting these areas increases your competitiveness for selection to study at UWC.

Using Your APS to Apply to UWC for 2027

1. Check the Latest Prospectus: Review the official UWC 2027 prospectus or admissions pages once they are published on the UWC website for exact APS minima and subject requirements. 
2. Apply Online: UWC applications are submitted through the official UWC student portal. There is no application fee for South African applicants. 
3. Submit Supporting Documents: Include certified copies of your NSC certificate and your ID. 
4. Meet Deadlines: Applications generally open in May and close by late September of the year before the academic year. 
5. Check Your Status: Once you submit, you can track your application status online.

Meeting the APS and subject minimums is necessary but not a guarantee of admission due to competition for places.