If you’re planning to study at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in 2026, knowing the APS (Admission Points Score) requirements for your chosen course is essential. APS scores help determine whether you qualify for admission to a programme, based on your National Senior Certificate (NSC) results.
Below is the full list of APS requirements for all UWC undergraduate degree programmes for the 2026 academic year.
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) – APS: 27
- Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) – APS: 27
- Bachelor of Theology (BTh) – APS: 27
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Nursing (BNurs) – APS: 30
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (BSc Physio) – APS: 33
- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy (BSc OT) – APS: 33
- Bachelor of Science in Dietetics (BSc Dietetics) – APS: 33
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) – APS: 30
Faculty of Dentistry
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) – APS: 35
- Bachelor of Oral Health (BOH) – APS: 30
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
- Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) – APS: 30
- Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting – APS: 30
- Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems – APS: 30
- Bachelor of Commerce in Finance – APS: 30
- Bachelor of Commerce in Economics – APS: 30
- Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing – APS: 30
Faculty of Education
- Bachelor of Education (BEd) – APS: 27
Faculty of Law
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) – APS: 32
Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) – APS: 30 (note: some specialisations may require higher scores)
Understanding APS at UWC
Your APS is calculated from your final NSC results. Each achievement level (1–7) corresponds to a set number of points, and the sum of your best subject scores determines your APS. Meeting the APS minimum doesn’t guarantee admission, as space is limited and selection may consider other factors.