What to Do After Your Matric Results Come Out

Final exams feel huge, but a clear plan makes them manageable. Start with the subjects that worry you most. Work through past papers with a timer, then mark them yourself. Note every topic where marks slip.

Past papers taught me more than any last-minute cramming. Lerato Molefe

Rest well the night before. Eat breakfast, arrive early and read each question twice before you write.

How to prepare for final exams

Begin at least eight weeks early. Work through past papers under timed conditions, then mark them honestly. Focus on the topics where you lose the most marks. Sleep and proper meals matter more than an extra hour of panic reading.

Life after the exams

Once the papers are written, think about your next step. Nomvula Khumalo, our Admissions Manager, explains degree, higher certificate and bursary options at our Open Days in Rondebosch, so you can apply with confidence.