How is APS Calculated at Universities?

APS (Admission Point Score) is an initial screening tool used by Universities. Each course has an APS score plus some additional requirements per subject. Students can work out their scores. If they do not meet the APS requirements, they should not  apply, as they will not be considered by the … Read more

What is Your APS Score?

Table of Contents How to calculate your APS score? Which subjects count for APS? What’s the difference between APS and a Bachelor’s Pass? What is the National Benchmarking Test (NBT)? How does APS work? Let’s use an example What is a good APS score? An Admission Point Score (APS) is … Read more

Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Bursary (Postgraduates) 2023-2024

The Oppenheimer Memorial Trust (OMT) is the charitable trust of the Oppenheimer family. They are deeply committed to education in South Africa and offering opportunities to underprivileged students, and, as such, the OMT awards scholarships for postgraduate studies in academia, research, development, or related fields at master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral … Read more

Poliomyelitis Research Foundation Bursaries 2023-2024

The Poliomyelitis Research Foundation (PRF) provides 5 Postgraduate students with financial assistance every year. This takes the form of the PRF Bursary Programme. The Bursaries are aimed at financially needy students, with preference given to South African citizens, boasting an academic history of at least 60%. The Poliomyelitis Research Foundation … Read more