{"id":338,"date":"2026-02-19T22:09:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-19T22:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/?p=338"},"modified":"2026-02-18T18:13:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T18:13:31","slug":"univen-aps-requirements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/univen-aps-requirements\/","title":{"rendered":"University of Venda 2027: Calculating APS for Admission"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Applying to the University of Venda (UNIVEN) for the 2027 academic year requires a clear understanding of how the university uses the Admission Point Score (APS) to assess your readiness for undergraduate study. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNIVEN bases its admissions decisions for degrees, diplomas, and certificates on your National Senior Certificate (NSC) results and the total APS you earn from them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNIVEN is a public university in Limpopo Province that offers a wide range of academic programmes across faculties such as Humanities, Health Sciences, Management, Science, Engineering, and Agriculture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To qualify for any of these programmes, you must meet both NSC subject pass requirements and a minimum APS score<\/a>.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UNIVEN uses APS to determine whether a student meets the minimum academic entry requirement for a qualification. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For bachelor\u2019s degree entry, the minimum APS required is 26 points.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rules for UNIVEN APS include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. You must use your top seven NSC subjects (excluding Life Orientation).\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Life Orientation is not included in the APS calculation.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. If a subject score is below 40%, it scores no points and is not included.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. If you have more than seven subjects, only your highest seven marks are counted.\u202f<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    UNIVEN will also check that you meet any subject prerequisites for your chosen qualification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Meeting the minimum APS score does not guarantee acceptance, as admission is competitive and depends on available space.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    UNIVEN APS Table for 2027<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Here\u2019s how NSC percentages convert into APS points at the University of Venda:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    NSC Percentage (%)<\/td>APS Points<\/td><\/tr>
    90 \u2013 100%<\/td>9 \u2013 10<\/td><\/tr>
    80 \u2013 89%<\/td>8 \u2013 8.9<\/td><\/tr>
    70 \u2013 79%<\/td>7 \u2013 7.9<\/td><\/tr>
    60 \u2013 69%<\/td>6 \u2013 6.9<\/td><\/tr>
    50 \u2013 59%<\/td>5 \u2013 5.9<\/td><\/tr>
    40 \u2013 49%<\/td>4 \u2013 4.9<\/td><\/tr>
    30 \u2013 39%<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr>
    0 \u2013 29%<\/td>0<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Use the table above to convert each of your NSC subject marks into APS points. Only subjects that meet the minimum requirement of 40% count towards your total.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Step\u2011by\u2011Step Guide to Calculating Your UNIVEN APS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Gather Your Final NSC Results:<\/strong> Ensure you have your official Grade 12 results. Confirm your percentages for all subjects, including languages and technical subjects.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2.  Identify Your Highest\u2011Scoring Subjects:<\/strong> Select your seven best subjects excluding Life Orientation. If Life Orientation is present, ignore it entirely in the APS calculation.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Convert Each Subject to APS Points<\/strong>: Use the APS table above to convert each subject percentage into APS points. Only subjects with 40% or higher (Level 3 and above) earn points.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Add Your APS Points Together:<\/strong> Add all seven APS point values. This total is your UNIVEN APS score.\u202f<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Compare Your Total to Minimum Requirements: <\/strong>Check whether your total APS meets or exceeds the minimum required for your qualification (for example, 26 points for bachelor\u2019s programmes). <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      If it is below, you may still be considered for diplomas or certificates depending on subject levels and other criteria.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Example Application of APS Calculation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Suppose your seven NSC subject results are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. English (Home Language): 75% \u2192 7 points<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Mathematics: 65% \u2192 6 points<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Physical Sciences: 58% \u2192 5 points<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Life Sciences: 62% \u2192 6 points<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Accounting: 72% \u2192 7 points<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. Geography: 60% \u2192 6 points<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      7. History: 55% \u2192 5 points<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Your APS = 7 + 6 + 5 + 6 + 7 + 6 + 5 = 42 points<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        With an APS of 42, you would be above UNIVEN\u2019s minimum requirement of 26 for bachelor\u2019s degree entry.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Minimum APS Requirements at UNIVEN for 2027<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Here are typical APS requirements, based on recent UNIVEN admissions patterns and official source guidance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Always verify the exact programme requirements in the current UNIVEN prospectus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Bachelor\u2019s Degree Programmes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n