Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences UniversityAPS Calculator
#10 (tied)
In South Africa
#1201-1500
In the world
If you want to be a doctor, pharmacist, or health pro in Gauteng, Sefako Makgatho is all about health sciences. Most courses need at least 32 APS to get in.
Ranking source: THE 2026
www.smu.ac.za is the official Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University site. Always confirm programme cutoffs in the current prospectus before you apply.
How does SMU calculate APS?
SMU uses all 7 subjects. SMU uses a best 7 APS calculation because it is heavily focused on competitive health science admissions. Life Orientation is included. Programmes such as MBChB have very high pre-selection thresholds, so meeting the basic APS alone is rarely enough.
Does SMU include Life Orientation in APS?
Yes. Life Orientation is included.
What's the SMU APS system at a glance?
- Method
- All 7 subjects
- Max APS
- 49
- LO rule
- Yes
- Basis
- Best 7 including LO
How to calculate your SMU APS step by step
- Convert 7 eligible NSC subjects into APS points.
- Include Life Orientation in the total.
- Check the faculty minimums carefully because SMU's health programmes are among the most competitive in the country.
Before you apply, know what you want to study and check that you qualify. Use the calculator below to see your APS score and how it stacks up against SMU's requirements.
Calculate your APS score
Enter your matric marks below. We'll convert them into your APS for every university or pick a specific one.
What APS do you need for SMU?
Programmes at SMU range from about APS 15 for the lowest-entry courses up to APS 38 for the most competitive. The minimum APS and required subjects for each programme are below, grouped by faculty. SMU scores APS using Best 7 including LO (max 49).
Popular programme cut-offs at SMU
The minimum APS for the programmes people ask about most. Aim higher than the minimum for competitive courses.
- Medicine (MBChB)
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Extended Curriculum
- Science (BSc)
- Bachelor of Science Extended Curriculum Programme
School of Denstry
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
APS 37
Bachelor of Dental Therapy
APS 28
Bachelor of Oral Hygiene
APS 31
School of Health Care Sciences
Bachelor of Audiology
APS 25
Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery
APS 26
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
APS 25
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
APS 25
Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
APS 28
Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology
APS 25
School of Medicine
Bachelor of Diagnostic Radiography
APS 30
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
APS 38
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Extended Curriculum
APS 32
Diploma in Emergency Medical Care
APS 15
Higher Certificate in Emergency Medical Care
APS 16
School of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Pharmacy
APS 32
School of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science
APS 25
Bachelor of Science Extended Curriculum Programme
APS 24
APS is the first gate. You also need the right subjects at the right level, and competitive programmes fill up, so they take the top students first and may add a test (like the NBT) or an interview. Always confirm the current cut-off in the official SMU prospectus before you apply.
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Popular programmes at SMU
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
32
Diploma in Emergency Medical Care (DIP EMC)
32
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
38+
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
37+
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Extended Curriculum
32+
About SMU
If you’re serious about a career in health, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is one of the top choices in Gauteng. The campus is in Pretoria and it’s known for training doctors, pharmacists, and other health workers.
Campus and residence
If you want to stay in res, check the official SMU page for details about costs and spaces. Accommodation is in demand, so apply early if you need a place. Campus life is focused on health sciences, so you’ll meet people serious about similar careers.
How does Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University calculate APS? Common questions
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Need help with Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University?
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Get help on WhatsAppSMU uses a standard style APS approach for health sciences selection, but the real pressure comes from how competitive the programmes are. Your APS is only one part of the picture because subject minimums and demand are intense in medicine and related fields. You should treat SMU as a specialist health sciences route, not a general university option.
Important Disclaimer
This APS calculator is for information only. We aim to be accurate based on public university requirements, but admission decisions are made by each university and may consider factors beyond APS scores.
We do not guarantee admission based on our calculations. Requirements may change, and universities may consider additional criteria such as:
- Portfolio submissions, interviews, or entrance tests
- Specific subject requirements and combinations
- Language proficiency requirements
- Availability of spaces in programs
Always verify admission requirements directly with the universities you're applying to. Use this tool as a starting point, not a definitive guide for applications.
Where we show how your APS compares to other students, those marks are typed in by students themselves and are not verified. The comparison covers people who used this calculator, not every matric learner in South Africa, so it shows you what is normal here rather than a national ranking.
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