If you’re planning to study at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) in 2026, it’s important to understand the Admission Point Score (APS) requirements for your chosen course. APS is calculated using your National Senior Certificate (NSC) results and determines whether you meet the minimum entry criteria.
How UNIZULU APS is Calculated
- Your best six subjects are considered when calculating APS.
- Life Orientation is not included in the APS calculation.
- Each percentage range is assigned a point value:
| NSC % Mark Range | APS Points |
|---|---|
| 80–100 | 7 |
| 70–79 | 6 |
| 60–69 | 5 |
| 50–59 | 4 |
| 40–49 | 3 |
| 30–39 | 2 |
| 0–29 | 1 |
APS Requirements by Faculty and Course
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Most BA programmes: Minimum APS 28
- Social Work: APS 30+
- Library & Information Science: APS 28
- Drama, Theatre and Performance: APS 28
- Tourism Studies: APS 28
Faculty of Education
- Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase: APS 30, English Level 4, Maths/Math Literacy Level 3/4
- Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase: APS 30, English Level 4, Mathematics/Math Literacy Level 3/4
- Bachelor of Education in Senior & FET Phase: APS 30, relevant teaching subject Level 4+
Faculty of Commerce, Administration and Law
- BCom degrees: APS 30–34, Mathematics Level 4+
- Accounting Science: APS 34+, Mathematics Level 5+
- Law (LLB): APS 32+, English Level 5
- Public Administration degrees: APS 28–30
Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering
- Engineering degrees (BEng): APS 36–38, Mathematics Level 5+, Physical Science Level 5+
- BSc Agric: APS 30–32, relevant science subjects Level 4+
- BSc Life Sciences: APS 30–32, Life Sciences Level 4+, Physical Sciences Level 4
- BSc Physical Sciences: APS 32–34, Mathematics Level 5, Physical Sciences Level 5
- Nursing: APS 34+, Life Sciences Level 4+, English Level 4
- Computer Science: APS 32–34, Mathematics Level 5
Important Notes
- Meeting the minimum APS does not guarantee admission — competitive courses have limited spaces.
- Some programmes require specific subject combinations at certain levels.
- Always check the latest UNIZULU prospectus for full subject-specific requirements.