University of the Western CapeAPS Calculator
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UWC is the spot if you care about social justice and want to study in Cape Town. No application fee, but you need the right APS to get in.
Ranking source: THE 2026
www.uwc.ac.za is the official University of the Western Cape site. Always confirm programme cutoffs in the current prospectus before you apply.
How does UWC calculate APS?
UWC uses all 7 subjects, weighted. UWC uses a weighted APS model where English and Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy can carry more points than your other subjects. Life Orientation is included, but at a lower capped value than the core academic subjects. This makes UWC friendlier to applicants whose strongest subjects match the university's weighted priorities.
Does UWC include Life Orientation in APS?
Partially. Life Orientation is included, but at a lower capped value than the core academic subjects.
What's the UWC APS system at a glance?
- Method
- All 7 subjects, weighted
- Max APS
- 65
- LO rule
- Partial
- Basis
- Weighted best 7 (English + Maths heavier)
How to calculate your UWC APS step by step
- Convert 7 eligible subjects into the UWC scale.
- Apply the heavier weighting to English and Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy.
- Cap Life Orientation at the lower value UWC allows before comparing yourself with a course minimum.
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 UWC'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 UWC?
Programmes at UWC range from about APS 30 for the lowest-entry courses up to APS 40 for the most competitive. The minimum APS and required subjects for each programme are below, grouped by faculty. UWC scores APS using Weighted best 7 (English + Maths heavier) (max 65).
Popular programme cut-offs at UWC
The minimum APS for the programmes people ask about most. Aim higher than the minimum for competitive courses.
- Law (LLB)
- Bachelor of Commerce - Law
- Teaching (BEd)
- Bachelor of Education - Accounting (FET), Economics and Management Sciences
- Commerce (BCom)
- Bachelor of Commerce - Law
- Science (BSc)
- Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Nutrition
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Bachelor of Arts
APS 35
Bachelor of Library and Information Science
APS 35
Bachelor of Theology
APS 35
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
Bachelor of Arts - Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science
APS 30
Bachelor of Community Development
APS 30
Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery
APS 30
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics and Nutrition
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
APS 39
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Exercise Science
APS 33
Bachelor of Social Work
APS 34
Faculty of Dentistry
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
APS 40
Bachelor of Oral Health
APS 33
Faculty of Education
Bachelor of Education - Accounting (FET), Economics and Management Sciences
APS 33
Bachelor of Education - Foundation Phase Teaching
APS 33
Bachelor of Education - Further Education and Training Teaching
APS 33
Bachelor of Education - Languages (SP & FET) and Life Orientation
APS 33
Bachelor of Education - Languages (SP & FET) and Mathematics
APS 33
Bachelor of Education - Languages (SP & FET) and Social Sciences
APS 33
Bachelor of Education - Mathematics (SP), Mathematical Literacy (SP & FET) and Natural Science
APS 33
Faculty of Law
Bachelor of Arts in Law (3 Year Programme)
APS 37
Bachelor of Commerce - Law
APS 30
Bachelor of Laws (4 Year Programme)
APS 37
Faculty of Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Pharmacy
APS 38
Bachelor of Science - Applied Geology
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Sciences
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Environmental and Water Science
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical & Statistical Sciences
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Medical Bioscience
APS 33
Bachelor of Science - Physical Science
APS 33
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 UWC prospectus before you apply.
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Popular programmes at UWC
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
40+
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
39+
Bachelor of Pharmacy
38+
Bachelor of Arts in Law (3 Year Programme)
37+
Bachelor of Laws (4 Year Programme)
37+
About UWC
UWC is in Cape Town and has a reputation for social justice, activism, and producing graduates who make an impact in their communities. You’ll find everything from law to dentistry here, plus a serious focus on research and real-world skills.
Campus and residence
UWC has on-campus res options, and if you’re on NSFAS, your accommodation is covered if you stay in approved housing. There’s plenty happening on campus, from sports to student groups like the SRC and Queer Dubs.
How does University of the Western Cape calculate APS? Common questions
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Need help with University of the Western Cape?
If you are stuck between programmes, deadlines, or subject requirements, send us a message and we'll help.
Get help on WhatsAppUWC uses a standard style APS scale but includes Life Orientation, which already makes it different from many other universities. It works from your best 6 subjects and LO can be one of them. That means a strong LO mark can help your UWC score more than it would at UP or UCT.
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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