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APS 45+ | Top-Tier, Any Programme

APS 45+ is the top tier. You qualify for every programme at every university, but NBT, subject levels and admission interviews still decide the most competitive streams.

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What can I study with an APS score of 45?

APS 45+ is the top tier. You qualify for every programme at every university, but NBT, subject levels and admission interviews still decide the most competitive streams.

Courses typically available at APS 45

Course / DegreeTypical universities
MBChB (Medicine) at top-tierUCT, Wits, UP, Stellenbosch
Actuarial ScienceWits, UCT, UP, Stellenbosch
Any BCom / BEng / BSc streamAll universities

APS alone is not enough. Subject requirements (Maths, English, Physical Sciences) still gate specific programmes. Always verify on each university's prospectus.

Universities to consider with APS 45

UCT
Western Cape · Max APS: 600
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Wits
Gauteng · Max APS: 54
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Stellenbosch
Western Cape · Max APS: 100
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UP
Gauteng · Max APS: 42
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NWU
North West · Max APS: 42
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Next steps

  1. Use this APS to explore scholarships. Many are competitive on academic performance.
  2. For Medicine, prepare for the NBT and interviews. APS alone is not enough.
  3. Apply to 4 to 6 universities across provinces to maximise offers and financial aid options.

Other APS brackets

APS 20APS 25APS 28APS 30APS 32APS 35APS 38APS 42

Calculate your exact APS

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