Stellenbosch UniversityAPS Calculator
#2
In South Africa
#301-350
In the world
Stellenbosch is known for tough entry requirements and top rankings. You need strong marks, like 65% or higher for some courses, to become a Matie.
Ranking source: THE 2026
www.sun.ac.za is the official Stellenbosch University site. Always confirm programme cutoffs in the current prospectus before you apply.
Does Stellenbosch use APS?
Stellenbosch no longer uses a traditional APS. It uses a percentage aggregate (the TPT) across your best 6 NSC subjects, excluding Life Orientation, for a score out of 100%.
Faculties publish minimum aggregates: most degrees need around 60% to 70%, and selection programmes like Medicine and Actuarial Sciences need mid-80s or higher with strong Maths and Physical Sciences.
Does Stellenbosch include Life Orientation in APS?
Not in the traditional sense. Life Orientation is excluded. Uses percentage aggregate, not traditional APS.
What's the Stellenbosch APS system at a glance?
- Method
- Average percentage
- Max APS
- 100
- LO rule
- Aggregate
- Basis
- Percentage average across best 6 (LO excluded)
How to calculate your Stellenbosch APS step by step
- Take your best 6 eligible subjects and exclude Life Orientation.
- Use the raw percentages instead of converting everything into a plain 42 point total.
- Compare the resulting average or percentage style score with the faculty cut-off.
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 Stellenbosch'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 Stellenbosch?
Programmes at Stellenbosch range from about APS 40 for the lowest-entry courses up to APS 80 for the most competitive. The minimum APS and required subjects for each programme are below, grouped by faculty. Stellenbosch scores APS using Percentage average across best 6 (LO excluded) (max 100).
Popular programme cut-offs at Stellenbosch
The minimum APS for the programmes people ask about most. Aim higher than the minimum for competitive courses.
- Law (LLB)
- Bachelor of Laws Three-Year
- Teaching (BEd)
- Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Education
- Engineering
- Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
- Medicine (MBChB)
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- Commerce (BCom)
- Bachelor of Commerce in Economic Sciences
- Science (BSc)
- ECP Bachelor of Science Biological Sciences Combination 1
Faculty of AgriSciences
Bachelor of Agriculture in Agribusiness Management
APS 60
Bachelor of Agriculture in Agricultural Production and Management Elsenburg
APS 55
Bachelor of Data Science
APS 80
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Economics
APS 60
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Animal Production Systems
APS 60
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Plant and Soil Science
APS 60
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Viticulture and Oenology
APS 60
Bachelor of Science in Conservation Ecology
APS 60
Bachelor of Science in Food Science
APS 60
Bachelor of Science in Forestry
APS 60
Extended Curriculum Programme Bachelor of Agriculture in Viticulture and Oenology Combination 1
APS 60
Extended Curriculum Programme Bachelor of Agriculture in Viticulture and Oenology Combination 2
APS 60
Extended Curriculum Programme Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with Soil Science and Chemistry Combination 1
APS 60
Extended Curriculum Programme Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with Soil Science and Chemistry Combination 2
APS 60
Extended Curriculum Programme Bachelor of Science in Forestry Combination 1
APS 60
Extended Curriculum Programme Bachelor of Science in Forestry Combination 2
APS 60
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts in Development and the Environment
APS 63
Bachelor of Arts in Drama and Theatre Studies
APS 65
Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management
APS 63
Bachelor of Arts in Humanities
APS 63
Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
APS 63
Bachelor of Arts in Language and Culture
APS 63
Bachelor of Arts in Law
APS 70
Bachelor of Arts in Music
APS 60
Bachelor of Arts in Political, Philosophical and Economic Studies
APS 63
Bachelor of Arts in Sport Science
APS 60
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts
APS 60
Bachelor of Music
APS 60
Bachelor of Social Work
APS 63
Diploma in Practical Music
APS 40
Higher Certificate in Music
APS 40
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Bachelor of Accounting
APS 70
Bachelor of Commerce in Actuarial Science
APS 80
Bachelor of Commerce in Economic Sciences
APS 65
Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Accounting
APS 65
Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial Psychology
APS 65
Bachelor of Commerce in International Business
APS 80
Bachelor of Commerce in Management Accounting
APS 65
Bachelor of Commerce in Management Sciences
APS 65
Bachelor of Commerce in Mathematical Sciences
APS 70
Bachelor of Data Science
APS 80
Diploma in Sustainable Development
APS 55
Faculty of Education
Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Education
APS 60
Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Education
APS 60
Faculty of Law
Bachelor of Accounting and Laws
APS 80
Bachelor of Arts in Law
APS 70
Bachelor of Commerce in Law
APS 70
Bachelor of Laws
APS 70
Bachelor of Laws Three-Year
APS 60
Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
APS 75
Bachelor of Nursing
APS 60
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
APS 60
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
APS 60
Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
APS 60
Bachelor of Speech-Language Therapy
APS 60
Faculty of Science
Bachelor of Data Science
APS 80
Bachelor of Science
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Biodiversity and Ecology
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Earth Science
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in GeoInformatics
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Human Life Sciences
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Physics
APS 65
Bachelor of Science in Sport Science
APS 65
ECP Bachelor of Science Biological Sciences Combination 1
APS 50
ECP Bachelor of Science Biological Sciences Combination 2
APS 55
ECP Bachelor of Science Biological Sciences Combination 3
APS 65
ECP Bachelor of Science Physical and Mathematical Sciences Combination 1
APS 50
ECP Bachelor of Science Physical and Mathematical Sciences Combination 2
APS 55
ECP Bachelor of Science Physical and Mathematical Sciences Combination 3
APS 65
Faculty of Theology
Bachelor of Divinity
APS 60
Bachelor of Theology
APS 60
ECP Bachelor of Divinity
APS 55
ECP Bachelor of Theology
APS 55
The Faculty of Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
APS 70
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
APS 70
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
APS 70
Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering
APS 70
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
APS 70
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronic Engineering
APS 70
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 Stellenbosch prospectus before you apply.
Advertisement
Popular programmes at Stellenbosch
BCom (Management Sciences) Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)
55
BSc in Forestry (Forestry and Wood Sciences)
60
BCom (Economic Sciences)
65
Diploma in Practical Music
40
About Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is one of the top universities in South Africa, sitting in the heart of the Western Cape winelands. People call it 'Maties' and it’s known for high academic standards and being tough to get into.
Campus and residence
Stellenbosch has a unique campus vibe with lots of societies, sports, and support services. Accommodation is available in res and private digs, but spots fill up fast—apply early. There’s support for everything from academic stress to disability access.
How does Stellenbosch University calculate APS? Common questions
These are the calculator questions that matter most before you apply.
Need help with Stellenbosch University?
If you are stuck between programmes, deadlines, or subject requirements, send us a message and we'll help.
Get help on WhatsAppStellenbosch does not use the standard 1 to 7 APS total. It usually works from the average percentage of your best 6 NSC or IEB subjects, excluding Life Orientation. Your main language of learning is always included. That is why Stellenbosch requirements are usually expressed as percentage aggregates instead of points.
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.
More on Stellenbosch admissions
Three quick links most people open after calculating their Stellenbosch APS.
Read the full breakdown
How Stellenbosch fits into the SA APS landscape, with worked examples and the full calculation method.
APS guideHow to apply to Stellenbosch
Step by step Stellenbosch application guide: documents, deadlines and the portal.
Application stepsCourses by APS score
See what you can study with your APS, from Higher Certificates through Medicine and Actuarial Science.
Course matchAdvertisement
Related
Related
Compare APS requirements at other universities before you apply.
APS Calculator
Calculate your APS for any of the 26 South African public universities.
Learn moreAPS ToolBrowse courses by university
Explore what you can study at each university and the APS required.
Learn moreUniversityAll 26 public universities
Every South African public university, with APS and application status.
Learn moreCareersCareer guides
Pick a career and see what to study, where, the APS you need, and how to pay for it.
Learn more
UCT
See the APS UCT uses and which courses you qualify for.
Explore
Wits
See the APS Wits uses and which courses you qualify for.
Explore