Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

#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.

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Ranking source: THE 2026

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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 best-7 aps. 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.

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What's the SMU APS system at a glance?

Method
Best-7 APS
Max APS
49
LO rule
Yes
Basis
Best 7 including LO

How to calculate your SMU APS step by step

  1. Convert 7 eligible NSC subjects into APS points.
  2. Include Life Orientation in the total.
  3. Check the faculty minimums carefully because SMU's health programmes are among the most competitive in the country.

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SMU 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.