University of the Western Cape
#7
In South Africa
#601-800
In the world
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 weighted best-7 aps. 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
- Weighted best-7 APS
- Max APS
- 49
- 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.
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...
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 gro...
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