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What Parents Should Know About APS Scores
Thandiwe Mokoena
- 9 January 2024
- Comment 4
Your child’s APS score is the total of their best subject points, and universities use it to decide who gets a place. Each subject mark is turned into a level from 1 to 7. Life Orientation is usually left out of the total.
Every course has its own minimum APS, and some also ask for a set Maths or Science level.
Check the entry requirements in Grade 11, so your child knows which marks to aim for. Lerato Molefe, Matric Programme CoordinatorWe help families work out APS scores at our Menlo Park centre. Bring the latest report and we will go through it with you.
How the points are worked out
A mark of 80% or more is level 7, which gives 7 points. A mark of 70% to 79% is level 6, and so on down. Add the points for your child’s six best subjects to get the APS.
Why it matters for applications
A good APS opens more doors, but it is not the only thing. Some degrees need extra tests or a specific subject level. Apply early and keep a few options open in case a first choice fills up.
Rajesh Naidoo
I really enjoyed this post. My son has started using past papers every afternoon and his confidence in Maths is already much better.
David Abrahams
Thank you for the kind words! We are glad the advice helped you. Please keep sending your questions to the Kennispunt team.
Megan Fourie
Very helpful advice for matric parents. The tips on planning study time and asking teachers the right questions made our evenings less stressful. Thank you!
Lerato Molefe
Clear and practical article. I shared it with my Grade 11 class group and we are already trying the revision timetable ideas before the November exams.