NBT

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is a large South African university offering a wide range of undergraduate programmes, including Health Sciences, Law, Engineering, and the Humanities.  Many applicants preparing for the 2027 intake want clarity about the National Benchmark Test (NBT) rules for admission, especially for high-demand programmes like Medicine and Law. Some universities use…

The University of South Africa (UNISA) is a major distance-learning institution that offers a wide range of undergraduate qualifications to South African and international students.  When planning for 2027 admission, many students want clarity on whether the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) are part of UNISA’s entry requirements.  NBTs are standardised tests used by some universities…

Applying to Stellenbosch University (SU) for undergraduate study in 2027 means you must understand how the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) fit into the admissions process.  Many South African universities use NBT results as part of their selection criteria.  Stellenbosch University’s approach is specific and depends on the faculty and the applicant’s educational background.  Is the…

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a major public university in South Africa with a wide range of undergraduate programmes.  Many students applying for 2027 want to know whether they need to write the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) as part of the admissions process.  NBTs are national standardised tests used by some South African universities…

The University of Pretoria (UP) is one of South Africa’s largest and most respected public universities.  Each year, thousands of students apply to study undergraduate degrees across its many faculties.  As part of the admissions process, many South African universities use the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) to assess academic readiness.  However, UP’s policy on NBTs…

The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in Johannesburg is one of South Africa’s leading universities.  The Faculty of Health Sciences is especially competitive.  To manage the large volume of applicants and maintain academic standards, Wits uses the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) as part of the selection process for Health Sciences programmes.  In this article, we…

If you plan to study at Nelson Mandela University (NMU) in 2027, you need a clear understanding of the university’s admissions policies.  One of the most common questions learners ask is whether the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) are required for entry into undergraduate programmes.  NBTs are national assessments of academic and quantitative readiness used by…

The University of Cape Town (UCT) is one of South Africa’s most competitive universities. Aspiring students must meet specific academic requirements to be considered for undergraduate admission.  One key part of the process is the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs).  These tests help UCT assess a student’s academic readiness beyond school results.  Is an NBT Required…