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University of Johannesburg APS Calculator

Calculate your UJ Admission Point Score easily

Use this calculator to determine your APS for University of Johannesburg applications. Enter your subject marks to see if you qualify.

UJ APS Requirements

Select Mathematics as Subject 1, Life Orientation is automatically set, then select Home Language as Subject 3, First Additional Language (FAL) as Subject 4, and three additional subjects for Subjects 5-7. UJ calculates APS based on your best 6 subjects (excluding Life Orientation).

UJ APS Calculation Method

The University of Johannesburg uses a specific method to calculate your Admission Point Score (APS).

How UJ Calculates Your APS:
  • Subject 1: Mathematics (any mathematics subject)
  • Subject 2: Life Orientation (automatically set, not included in calculation)
  • Subject 3: Home Language (any language subject)
  • Subject 4: First Additional Language (FAL - any language subject)
  • Subjects 5-7: Three additional subjects of your choice
  • Calculation: Uses your best 6 subjects (excluding Life Orientation)
Important Note

The university uses a standard APS scoring system where higher percentages earn more points. Most programs require an APS between 23-35 depending on the field of study.

APS Points Table:
NSC Percentage APS Points
80-100%7
70-79%6
60-69%5
50-59%4
40-49%3
30-39%2
0-29%1