University of PretoriaAPS Calculator
#6
In South Africa
#501-600
In the world
UP is known for strong academics and big campus life in Gauteng. You generally need at least 28 APS to get in, but some courses want more.
Ranking source: THE 2026
www.up.ac.za is the official University of Pretoria site. Always confirm programme cutoffs in the current prospectus before you apply.
How does UP calculate APS?
The APS score at the University of Pretoria is calculated from your best 6 NSC subjects, excluding Life Orientation. Each subject contributes 1 to 7 points based on your final NSC level, for a maximum of 42 APS.
English is compulsory and some programmes require Maths (not Maths Lit). UP publishes minimum APS requirements per faculty, and many degrees also weigh NBT scores alongside your APS.
Does UP include Life Orientation in APS?
No. Life Orientation is excluded from the core APS total.
What's the UP APS system at a glance?
- Method
- Standard best 6
- Max APS
- 42
- LO rule
- No
- Basis
- Standard best 6 (LO excluded)
How to calculate your UP APS step by step
- Convert each eligible subject into APS points using the 1 to 7 bands.
- Keep English and the course required subjects in the mix where a faculty asks for them.
- Add the best eligible subjects on that university's calculator method and compare the total with the programme 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 UP'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 UP?
Programmes at UP range from about APS 20 for the lowest-entry courses up to APS 35 for the most competitive. The minimum APS and required subjects for each programme are below, grouped by faculty. UP scores APS using Standard best 6 (LO excluded) (max 42).
Popular programme cut-offs at UP
The minimum APS for the programmes people ask about most. Aim higher than the minimum for competitive courses.
- Teaching (BEd)
- Higher Certificate in Sports Sciences (1 year)
- Engineering
- Bachelor of Information Science in Publishing
- Medicine (MBChB)
- Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
- Commerce (BCom)
- Bachelor of Commerce (1-year programme)
- Science (BSc)
- Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Bachelor of Administration Public Management and International Relations
APS 28
Bachelor of Commerce
APS 30
Bachelor of Commerce (1-year programme)
APS 26
Bachelor of Commerce Agribusiness Management
APS 30
Bachelor of Commerce Business Management
APS 30
Bachelor of Commerce Economics
APS 32
Bachelor of Commerce Financial Management Sciences
APS 32
Bachelor of Commerce Investment Management
APS 34
Bachelor of Commerce Law
APS 32
Bachelor of Commerce Marketing Management
APS 30
Bachelor of Commerce Statistics
APS 32
Bachelor of Commerce Statistics and Economics
APS 32
Bachelor of Commerce Supply Chain Management
APS 30
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting Sciences
APS 34
Faculty of Education
Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching (Grade R to Grade 3)
APS 26
Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching (Grades 4 to 6)
APS 26
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training (FET) Teaching (Grades 7 to 12)
APS 26
Higher Certificate in Sports Sciences (1 year)
APS 20
Higher Certificate in Sports Sciences (part-time online) (2 years)
APS 20
Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
Bachelor of Commerce in Informatics
APS 30
Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Engineering in Electronic Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Engineering in Metallurgical Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Engineering in Mining Engineering
APS 35
Bachelor of Information Science
APS 30
Bachelor of Information Science in Multimedia
APS 28
Bachelor of Information Science in Publishing
APS 25
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
APS 27
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
APS 30
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management
APS 30
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
APS 30
Bachelor of Science in Information and Knowledge Systems
APS 30
Bachelor of Science in Quantity Surveying
APS 30
Bachelor of Science in Real Estate
APS 30
Bachelor of Science in Town and Regional Planning
APS 27
Faculty of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice
APS 28
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
APS 35
Bachelor of Dietetics
APS 32
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
APS 35
Bachelor of Nursing Science
APS 28
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
APS 30
Bachelor of Oral Hygiene
APS 25
Bachelor of Physiotherapy
APS 30
Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics
APS 30
Bachelor of Sports Science
APS 30
Faculty of Humanities
Bachelor of Arts
APS 30
Bachelor of Arts Heritage and Cultural Studies
APS 28
Bachelor of Arts Law
APS 34
Bachelor of Arts Philosophy, Politics and Economics
APS 32
Bachelor of Arts in Audiology
APS 32
Bachelor of Arts in Drama (3-year programme)
APS 28
Bachelor of Arts in Drama (4-year programme)
APS 26
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts
APS 26
Bachelor of Arts in Information Design
APS 30
Bachelor of Arts in Interior Architecture
APS 26
Bachelor of Arts in Languages
APS 30
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science International Studies
APS 30
Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies
APS 30
Bachelor of Arts in Social Science Industrial Sociology and Labour Studies
APS 28
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work
APS 28
Bachelor of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology
APS 32
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Studies
APS 30
Bachelor of Music
APS 30
Bachelor of Music (5-year programme)
APS 26
Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Bachelor of Consumer Science in Clothing Retail Management
APS 28
Bachelor of Consumer Science in Food Retail Management
APS 28
Bachelor of Consumer Science in Hospitality Management
APS 28
Bachelor of Science in Actuarial and Financial Mathematics
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Agricultural Economics in Agribusiness Management
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Animal Science
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Applied Plant and Soil Sciences
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in Plant Pathology
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Ecology
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Food Management (Option: Culinary Science)
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Food Management (Option: Nutrition)
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Food Science
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Genetics
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Geography
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Geology
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Human Genetics
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Human Psychology
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Meteorology
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Physics
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Plant Science
APS 32
Bachelor of Science in Statistics
APS 34
Bachelor of Science in Zoology
APS 32
Faculty of Theology and Religion
Bachelor of Arts in Theology
APS 28
Diploma in Theology
APS 24
Other programmes
Bachelor of Commerce Human Resource Management
APS 30
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 UP prospectus before you apply.
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Popular programmes at UP
Bachelor of Arts
30
Bachelor of Arts in Information Design
30
Bachelor of Social Work
30
Bachelor of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology
32
Bachelor of Arts in Audiology
32
About UP
UP is one of the biggest universities in Gauteng and has a strong reputation for academics. It's well known for its large campus life, lots of clubs, and variety of degrees.
Campus and residence
Getting into res at UP is tough since demand is high. Only full-time undergrads under 24 years old can apply. You just tick the box on your application—no extra forms. Placement is based on your marks and how early you apply, so don’t wait.
How does University of Pretoria calculate APS? Common questions
These are the calculator questions that matter most before you apply.
Need help with University of Pretoria?
If you are stuck between programmes, deadlines, or subject requirements, send us a message and we'll help.
Get help on WhatsAppUP uses the standard APS method. It takes your best 6 subjects, excludes Life Orientation, converts each result to a 1 to 7 point value, and adds the total. The maximum is 42. This is the same broad system used by universities like UJ, NWU, UFS, and UKZN.
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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