NWU Prospectus 2027 PDF Download

2027 GRADE 12 PROSPECTUSIt all starts here!® Visit link Click Next Previous Home PAGE 2Table of Content 04 06 04 06 08 09 14-30 04 06 05 04 07 08 13 08 11 10 31 PAGE 3Why NWU? • High quality, affordable education. • Safe and inclusive environment. • Vibrant student life. • Thriving sport and cultural activities. • Quality expertise with nationally and internationally-rated academics and worldclass research facilities. • High employability rating as a result of our co-curricular offerings. Campus Locations MAHIKENG A vibrant student life NWU is known for its student life! Being a student is not just about attending classes, late nights in front of the books, or writing exams. It’s a unique experience that prepares you for your career, encourages you to try new things, and develop your interests. POTCHEFSTROOM VANDERBIJLPARK • Be part of a community • Strive to lead • Sport and arts – be a champion in your own right! • Have fun and make life-long friends Accommodation Which residence is the best? It’s a question we get a lot. Our current students always answer wherever they live. Our on-campus or town residences are the heartbeat of our student life. NWU also offers private accommodation to fit your needs. All our accommodation is located near dining halls and close to campus so you can be there in a few minutes. Find your home away from home, click here PAGE 4How to apply for residence placement at NWU? Applying for residence placement is a two-step process: 1. Indicate your interest: During your application for university admission, please select “Yes” or “No” from the drop-down menu on the “Additional Information” screen of the application platform when asked: “Interested in NWU residence placement?” 2. Apply: After receiving and accepting your conditional offer, you will have the opportunity to apply for residence via the StarRez Portal, select your top three (3) residence choices, and provide a motivation for your application. • Please note that the residence options available will be based on the campus where you received your conditional offer. The Residence Department will assess and approve your application if you meet the criteria. Once your application is accepted, you must pay a non-refundable security deposit within 21 days to confirm your place in the residence. • Important note: Students who have applied for NSFAS, or are funded by another bursary, and can provide proof thereof, you do not need to pay the deposit. Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s Degree • Obtain a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or International Secondary Certificate (ISC), issued by Umalusi, which also indicates that you meet the requirements for a bachelor’s degree. • An NSC with a minimum of 50% in any four NSC 20-credit subjects. • APS is calculated using six subjects, excluding Life Orientation. • Subject-specific requirements per faculty, which include the language of learning and teaching at 50%. For more information, click here PAGE 5The Admission Point Score (APS) helps universities assess whether you meet the entry requirements for the programme you’ve applied to. It’s a simple, standardised way to evaluate your academic performance. How is your APS calculated? Your APS is calculated using the marks from your six best subjects in Grade 11 or Grade 12 – excluding Life Orientation. Each subject is awarded points based on the percentage you achieved: If you attended a private or international school, including those offering the Cambridge International Curriculum, you can still calculate your Admission Point Score (APS) to check if you meet the entry requirements for NWU programmes. Use the APS Conversion Table on the NWU website to convert your international results to the South African system. Cambridge International Curriculum: APS Breakdown Calculate your APS APS: International & Cambridge Applicants Sub Subject Percentage (%) APS Setswana 72% 6 English 69% 5 Dance Studies 85% 7 Mathematics 82% 7 Accounting 69% 5 Business Studies 76% 6 Total APS 36 Example: conversion for the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) Subject Level Grade APS English HL 6 8 Mathematics HL 4 6 Physics HL 4 6 Chemistry SL 5 6 French SL 4 5 Biology SL 6 7 Total 38 Conversion example: Subject Level Grade APS English IGCSE / O level C 3 Setswana IGCSE / O level C 3 Mathematics A level B 7 Biology A level C 6 Geography IGCSE / O level B 4 Total 23 Conversion example: Qualification Level Equivalent in SA System APS Range IGCSE / O Levels Grade 11 Starts from APS 5 and up based on grade AS Levels Grade 12 (Matric Equivalent) Up to APS 8 (for 90%+) A Levels 1st-Year University Level Up to APS 10 (Grade A) The Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level system is widely accepted at NWU. PAGE 6Finance your journey Because you deserve support on your journey. Visit Internal Bursaries Student’s average percentage 85 – 100% 80 – 84,99% 75 – 79,99% Academic Merit Bursary At NWU, we see your hard work – and we reward it. Our Academic Merit Bursary is one of the best in South Africa. Merit bursary for full-time first-year students 100% of tuition fees 75% of tuition fees 25% of tuition fees Your average is calculated without Life Orientation! Family Discount Got a sibling already studying at NWU? Good news! You can apply for a family discount-up to 15% or more off your tuition, depending on your place in the sibling line. Leadership Were you a head boy or head girl in Grade 12? That badge still matters. Apply for this once-off bursary and get a big cut on your first-year fees. Leadership pays off! Arts and Culture If you shined on stage or in creative spaces during high school, this one’s for you. Apply if you’ve achieved big things in arts or culture. Please note: there are specific criteria, and our Arts & Culture Department will evaluate you. Support If you are living with a disability, have been orphaned, or are in foster care, we’re here for you. Apply once in your first year, send your documents – and let us help lighten the load. Sport Got sporting talent and big dreams? At NWU, you don’t have to choose between your sport and your studies. Explore your options and apply. Let’s help you become both a champion and a graduate! External bursaries: There are numerous external bursary opportunities such as NSFAS, Funza Lushaka, and industryspecific bursaries available. For more information, Click here Quotation: When you apply, you will receive a quotation if you receive and accepted a conditional offer. You will receive another quotation with your final offer. For more information, click here PAGE 7Unsure of what to study? Interest-Index The Interest-Index – a FREE measuring instrument – helps learners in grade 8-12 to identify possible subjects, fields of study, and careers to their specific interests. Complete the survey here and receive a report with information on fields of study and careers of interest to you. • Please note that this service is not intended to be a substitute for professional career guidance. • For professional career guidance (psychometric testing), please contact our Student Guidance Services department on 018 299 2893. Or contact a career psychologist in your area. NWU Virtual Tour Get a glimpse of life at NWU from the comfort of your own home. Take a virtual tour of the campus, and enjoy a personalised tour based on your interests! • Choose your campus: Potchefstroom, Mahikeng or Vanderbijlpark – each has its own personality, vibe, and stunning setting. Explore where you’ll feel at home. • Pick your top study choices: Select up to three courses that excite you. See where they can take you – and what support, spaces, and lecturers await. • Explore our student life: From sports to societies to res life to theatre – find out what’s waiting for you outside the classroom. • Get the inside scoop on accommodation: What will your NWU room look like? What’s close by? We’ve got you covered. • Start your tour NWU Campus Visit Experience our vibrant campus life, connect with inspiring faculty, and explore state-of-the-art facilities. NWU campus visits give you the chance to envision your academic journey and find where you belong. Before you book your campus visit, consider this: • Which faculty do you want to explore? • Do you want to visit a residence? • Do you have a passion for a specific sport or art form? Get ready for an unforgettable NWU adventure! Book your visit now. • To ensure you have the absolute best time, book your visit 48–72 hours in advance. PAGE 8Sport Students in South Africa and across the world prefer NWU as their university of choice for sport. NWU students can participate in various sports such as rugby, netball, hockey, soccer, athletics, and many more. Category Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark High Performance Soccer Athletics Cricket Hockey Netball Rugby Soccer Tennis Basketball Hockey Netball Rugby Soccer Competitive Aerobics Bodybuilding Boxing Chess Cross Country Dance Karate Netball Rugby Volleyball Swimming Cross country Water polo Cycling & Mountain Biking Squash Gymnastics Golf Karate Basketball Badminton 7s Rugby Canoeing Bodybuilding Chess Cricket Karate Recreation Badminton Basketball Cricket Hockey Ju-jitsu Table Tennis Taekwondo Chess Dance e-Sport Rock Climbing Table Tennis Wellness Canoeing Cross Country Cycling & Mountain Biking Dance Mind Sport Running Club Wellness Wellness Aerobics Circuit Training Learn To Swim Pool Swimming Aerobics Kickboxing Pilates Spinning Yoga Zumba Activities under Recreation category include wellness support. For more information, click here. PAGE 9NWU Arts NWU Arts offers a distinctive combination of academic excellence and hands-on experience. Whether your passion lies in visual arts, performing arts, or digital media, NWU provides a platform to cultivate your creativity and refine your skills under the mentorship of accomplished faculty members and industry professionals. NWU’s arts community is a dynamic hub of ideas, where collaborative and interdisciplinary projects thrive, allowing you to work alongside fellow #NWUEagles. This collaborative spirit reflects the real-world creative industries, equipping you for a future where versatility and adaptability are essential. NWU’s state-of-the-art facilities, studios, performance spaces, and galleries are designed to inspire and support your artistic journey • NWU Gallery • Symphony Orchestra • Thalia Drama Society • Artema • Serenaders • Gospella • PUK Choir • Dysfunctional Beat Dance Crew • Divaco SCC Arts Council For more information, click here. PAGE 10It all starts with a strong application NWU Open Days Applications open: 1 April Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark 09 May 2026 Mahikeng 16 May 2026 23 May 2026 Selection courses close: 30 June All courses and Residence applications close: 31 August Applying to university might feel overwhelming, but NWU makes the process easy and straightforward. Here’s your comforting guide to ensure you’re all set for an exciting new chapter! Helpful tips: Stay organized: Keep track of important dates like application deadlines to avoid missing any steps. 1. Create your application profile Use a reliable email: Double-check everything: Ensure all your details are accurate before submitting your application. Your email is crucial for all communication, so make sure it’s active and accessible. Go to the NWU online application portal and create your profile using your email address. Ensure all details match your ID document. 2. Check your email account for login details You’ll receive a temporary password. Use this to log in, and feel free to change your password for extra security. 3. Get oriented Have your documents ready: Save copies of your ID and high school results in PDF or JPEG format. Log in, read the instructions, and then click ‘Apply Now’ to start your application. 4. Choose your study options Decide whether you want to study full-time or part-time, on-campus or via distance learning. Select up to two study choices and your preferred campus 5. Fill in personal details Ensure all personal details match your ID, including your full name, and grant NWU permission to use your info as per the POPI Act. 6. Provide academic information Add your most recent high school results. If you’re in Grade 12, use your Grade 11 results. 7. Residence & funding Indicate how you plan to fund your studies and whether you’d like to apply for residence (hostel placement). 8. Upload documents Upload scanned copies of required documents (ID, results). Double-check everything before moving on. 9. Submit your application When you’re sure everything is correct, click “Submit”. Keep your application number safe for future reference. 10. Wait and track your application After submission, regularly check your email and application portal for updates. If you’re successful, you’ll receive a conditional offer. PAGE 11Apply here! https://qrco.de/bgTtdK PAGE 12Admission Requirements This prospectus is intended for prospective undergraduate students applying for admission to North-West University (NWU). Please note the following: • Admission requirements may vary depending on selection processes and faculty-specific criteria. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to a particular programme. • Study information is subject to change. This document provides a general overview for orientation purposes only. • NWU does not accept liability for any errors or omissions that may appear in this guide. • For official and up-to-date programme information, please consult the NWU yearbook Because of capacity limits and high demand for certain fields of study: • NWU may select students for admission based on final Grade 11 results. • Final acceptance will be determined once your Grade 12 results have been received and reviewed. PAGE 13Helpful abbreviations: HL – Home Language FAL – First Additional Language SAL – Second Additional Language MC – Mahikeng Campus PC – Potchefstroom Campus VC – Vanderbijlpark Campus FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES Visit https://health-sciences.nwu.ac.za/ for more information. Degree Diploma in Coaching Science Bachelor of Health Sciences Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics Bachelor of Pharmacy Bachelor of Health Sciences Field Sport Coaching Sport Coaching and Human Movement Sciences Recreation Science and Tourism Management Sport and Recreation Administration Biokinetics Pharmacy Subjects / Requirements SCHOOL OF HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCES • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 2 years • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION : 3 years • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION : 3 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (5059%) AND Physical Sciences OR Life Sciences level 4 (50-59%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION : 4 years APS Campus 18 24 24 • Students must be medically fit for the physical component of the course before starting studies in Biokinetics SCHOOL OF PHARMACY • Mathematics on level 5 (60-69%) and Physical Sciences on level 5 (60-69%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Life Sciences is recommended • Late applications will be considered on merit, depending on capacity • Due to high volumes of applications and limited capacity the following selection process will be followed: • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 4 years SCHOOL OF PHYSIOLOGY, NUTRITION AND CONSUMER SCIENCES SUBJECT GROUP: PHYSIOLOGY • Mathematics level 5 (60-69%) and Physical Sciences level 4 (50-59%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition Physiology and Biochemistry Physiology and Psychology • Life Sciences is recommended • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 3 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) and Physical Sciences level 4 (50-59%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Life Sciences is recommended • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 3 years 32 32 26 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Mahikeng Potchefstroom Potchefstroom Potchefstroom Potchefstroom Potchefstroom Potchefstroom PAGE 14SUBJECT GROUP: CONSUMER SCIENCES Bachelor of Consumer Studies Consumer Studies • At least one subject from the Natural Sciences passed on level 4 (5059%) (designated natural science subjects: Mathematics or Physical Sciences or Agricultural or Life Sciences) • Level 6 (70%-79%) in Mathematical Literacy will be considered • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Late applications will be considered on merit • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 3 years 24 Potchefstroom in Food Product Management • Mathematics on level 4 (50-59%) is required • If Chemistry is chosen as an elective in the programme, Physical Sciences on level 4 (50-59%) is required. • At least one subject from the Natural Sciences passed on level 4 (50-59%) (designated natural science subjects: Mathematics or Physical Sciences or Agricultural or Life Sciences) • An average mark above 70% in Mathematical Literacy will be considered • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Late applications will be considered on merit, depending on capacity • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 4 years 24 Potchefstroom in Fashion Retail Management • Mathematics on level 4 (50-59%) is required • An average mark above 70% in Mathematical Literacy will be considered • At least one subject from the Natural Sciences passed on level 4 (50-59%) (designated natural science subjects: Mathematics or Physical Sciences or Agricultural or Life Sciences) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Late applications will be considered on merit, depending on capacity • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 4 years 24 Potchefstroom SUBJECT GROUP: DIETETICS Bachelor of Science in Dietetics Dietetics • Mathematics on level 5 (60-69%) and Physical Sciences on level 5 (60-69%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 4 years 30 Potchefstroom SUBJECT GROUP: OCCUPATIONAL HYGIENE Bachelor of Health Sciences in Occupational Hygiene Occupational Hygiene • Mathematics level 5 (60-69%) and Physical Sciences on level 5 (6069%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Late applications will be considered on merit • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 4 years 27 Potchefstroom SCHOOL OF PSYCHOSOCIAL HEALTH SUBJECT GROUP: PSYCHOLOGY Bachelor of Arts Psychology and Labour Relations Management Psychology and Tourism Management Psychology and Geography and Environmental Management • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) or Mathematical Literacy level 5 (6069%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Academic paper selection • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Social Science Psychology • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Academic paper selection • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng SUBJECT: SOCIAL WORK Bachelor of Social Work Social Work • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Late applications will be considered on merit • Best average mark • Academic paper selection • DURATION: 4 years 28 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark PAGE 15SCHOOL OF NURSING • Physical Sciences OR Mathematics OR Life Sciences on level 4 (5059%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition Bachelor of Nursing Nursing • Due to high volumes of applications and limited capacity the following selection process will be followed • Participation in the job shadowing programme (40 hours) is recommended • DURATION: 4 years 25 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Language of instruction is English or Afrikaans with educational interpreting for non-fluent students in the relevant language of instruction. Study guides, examinations and other study material/evaluations/ assessments are available in English and Afrikaans. PAGE 16Visit https://natural-sciences.nwu.ac.za/ for more information. FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES Degree Field Subjects / Requirements APS Campus Diploma in Animal Health • English level 3 • Physical Science level 3 OR Life Science level 3 • Mathematics level 3 OR Technical Mathematics level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 22 Mahikeng Diploma in Animal Science • English level 3 • Physical Science level 3 OR Life Science level 3 OR Agricultural Science level 4 • Mathematics level 3 OR Technical Mathematics level 4 OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 • DURATION: 3 years 22 Mahikeng Diploma in Plant Science with Crop Production • English level 3 • Physical Science level 3 OR Life Science level 3 OR Agricultural Science level 4 • Mathematics level 3 OR Technical Mathematics level 4 OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 • DURATION: 3 years 22 Mahikeng Bachelor of Science with Chemistry and Physics with Physics and Mathematics with Physics and Applied Mathematics with Physics and Computer Science • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom with Computer Science and Mathematics • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Biochemistry and Chemistry • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom with Geography and Applied Mathematics • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom with Applied Mathematics and Chemistry with Chemistry and Mathematics • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom with Applied Mathematics and Electronics with Electronics and Mathematics with Electronics and Physics with Chemistry and Computer Science with Computer Science and Electronics • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng with Mathematics and Economy with Computer Science and Economics • Mathematics level 5 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Computer Science and Statistics • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Extended Bachelor of Science with Applied Mathematics and Chemistry with Applied Mathematics and Electronics with Biochemistry and Chemistry with Chemistry and Computer Science with Chemistry and Mathematics with Chemistry and Physics with Computer Science and Electronics with Computer Science and Mathematics with Electronics and Mathematics with Electronics and Physics with Physics and Applied Mathematics with Physics and Computer Science with Physics and Mathematics Biological Sciences with Microbiology and Biochemistry Biological Sciences with Botany and Microbiology Biological Sciences with Botany and Biochemistry Environmental Sciences with Botany and Chemistry Environmental Sciences with Geography and Botany Environmental Sciences with Geography and Computer Science Environmental Sciences with Chemistry and Microbiology Environmental Sciences with Chemistry and Geography Mathematical Sciences with Applied Mathematics and Mathematics • English level 4 • Mathematics level 3 OR Technical Mathematics level 4 • Physical Science level 3 • DURATION: 4 years 24 Mahikeng PAGE 17Degree Field Subjects / Requirements APS Campus Bachelor of Science in Information Technology • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance Extended Bachelor of Science in Information Technology • Mathematics level 3 OR Technical Mathematics level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 24 Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Sciences with Statistics and Mathematics • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Mathematics • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom with Applied Mathematics and Mathematics • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences with Microbiology and Botany with Microbiology and Biochemistry with Botany and Biochemistry • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom with Chemistry and Physiology with Microbiology and Physiology with Zoology and Biochemistry with Zoology and Botany with Zoology and Microbiology with Zoology and Physiology • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Bachelor of Science in Environmental Sciences with Chemistry and Microbiology with Botany and Chemistry with Geography and Computer Science with Geography and Botany • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom with Chemistry and Geography • Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng with Zoology and Chemistry with Chemistry and Geology with Geology and Geography with Zoology and Geography with Geology and Botany with Zoology and Geology with Geology and Microbiology with Tourism and Zoology with Tourism and Geography with Tourism and Botany • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science level 4 • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Bachelor of Science in Financial Mathematics • Mathematics level 6 • DURATION: 3 years 32 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Extended Bachelor of Science in Financial Mathematics • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • DURATION: 4 years 28 Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics • Mathematics level 6 • DURATION: 3 years 32 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Extended Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • DURATION: 4 years 28 Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Risk Management • Mathematics level 6 • DURATION: 3 years 32 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Extended Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Risk Management • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • DURATION: 4 years 28 Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Sciences • Mathematics level 6 • DURATION: 3 years 32 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • SELECTION TEST • DURATION: 4 years 28 Potchefstroom PAGE 18Degree Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Sciences Bachelor of Science in Indigenous Knowledge Systems Field with Agricultural Economics with Animal Science with Agronomy and Horticulture with Animal Health with Agronomy and Soil Science with Agronomy and Agricultural Economics Indigenous Knowledge Systems Subjects / Requirements • English level 4 • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • Physical Science OR Life Science level 4 • DURATION: 4 years • English level 4 • Physical Science level 4 • Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • DURATION: 4 years • English level 4 • DURATION: 4 years APS 26 26 26 Campus Mahikeng Potchefstroom Mahikeng Mahikeng: Language of instruction is English. Vanderbijlpark: Language of instruction is English, but some modules are presented in both English and Afrikaans. Potchefstroom: Language of instruction is Afrikaans, unless otherwise indicated. Educational interpreting to English will be available in all modules (where requested). All study guides, tests and examination papers are made available to students in both Afrikaans and English. Students may answer any written or oral test or examination in either Afrikaans or English. PAGE 19Visit https://commerce.nwu.ac.za/ for more information. FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES Degree Field Subjects / Requirements APS Campus Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Vanderbijlpark in Chartered Accountancy • Mathematics Level 5 (60%-69%) if student took Grade 12 Accounting; OR Mathematics 65% or more if student did not take Grade 12 Accounting. • Language of study on campus of application level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 32 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark in Chartered Accountancy Extended Programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 4 years 28 Mahikeng Vanderbijlpark in Forensic Accountancy • Mathematics level 5 (60%-69%) if student took Grade 12 Accounting; OR Mathematics level 6 (70%-79%) if student did not take Grade 12 Accounting. • A language of study level 5 (60-69%) • DURATION: 3 years 36 Potchefstroom in Management Accountancy • Mathematics level 5 (60-69%) • Language of study on campus of application level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 30 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark in Financial Accountancy • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%), • Language of study on campus of application level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 28 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark in Financial Accountancy Extended Programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) or Mathematical Literacy level 7 (80-89%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 4 years 24 Mahikeng Vanderbijlpark SCHOOL OF ECONOMIC SCIENCES Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Operations Research • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng in Statistics • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng in Statistics Extended Programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy Level 4 (50-59%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years 20 Mahikeng Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Business Operations with Logistics Management • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng Vanderbiljpark with Logistics Management Extended Programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years 20 Mahikeng Vanderbiljpark with Transport Economics • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng Vanderbiljpark with Transport Economics Extended Programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy Level 4 (50-59%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years 20 Mahikeng Vanderbiljpark PAGE 20Degree Field Subjects / Requirements APS Campus Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics and Risk Management • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • Afrikaans level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom with Econometrics • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng with Econometrics Extended programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years 20 Mahikeng with International Trade • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with International Trade Extended programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 6 (70-79%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years 24 Vanderbijlpark with Informatics • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Information Systems • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng with Information Systems Extended programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years 20 Mahikeng with Risk Management • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • PC – Afrikaans level 4 (50-59%) • VC – Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Risk Management Extended programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 6 (70-79%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years 24 Vanderbijlpark SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL PSYCHOLOGY AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Bachelor of Administration (BAdmin) Human Resource Management • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) or Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 23 Mahikeng Human Resource Management Extended programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) or Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 4 years 21 Mahikeng Industrial and Organisational Psychology • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) or Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 23 Mahikeng Industrial and Organisational Psychology Extended programme • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) or Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 4 years 21 Mahikeng Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Industrial and Organisational Psychology and Labour Relations Management • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 (60-69%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Human Resource Management • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 30 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Industrial and Organisational Psychology with Labour Relations Management • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 30 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark PAGE 21Degree Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Management Sciences Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Management Sciences Field with Business Management with Business Management Extended programmme with Communication Management with Marketing Management with Marketing Management Extended programme with Safety Management with Sport Business Management with Marketing and Tourism Management with Tourism Management with Tourism Management with Tourism and Recreation Skills Subjects / Requirements SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • MC – English level 4 (50-59%) • PC and VC – Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) or Mathematical Literacy level 6 (70-79%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • MC – English level 4 (50-59%) • PC and VC – Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • English level 3 (40-49%) • DURATION: 4 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 6 (70-79%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 6 (70-79%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years SCHOOL OF TOURISM MANAGEMENT • English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • Afrikaans level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 6 (70-79%) • Afrikaans or English level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years APS 24 20 24 24 20 24 24 22 24 24 Mahikeng: Language of instruction is English. Potchefstroom: Language of instruction is Afrikaans with educational interpreting available. Vanderbijlpark: Language of instruction is English with exam papers in English and Afrikaans. Campus Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Mahikeng Vanderbijlpark Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Mahikeng Vanderbijlpark Vanderbijlpark Mahikeng Potchefstroom Mahikeng Potchefstroom Potchefstroom PAGE 22Visit https://humanities.nwu.ac.za/ for more information. FACULTY OF HUMANITIES Degree Field Subjects / Requirements APS Campus SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION Bachelor of Arts (BA) Communication • English (HL or FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Graphic Design Graphic Design • English level 5 (60-69%) • A screening process The screening phase consists of: a) The submission of a photo portfolio of graphics or works of art as a skills test in practical projects. b) Submission of an academic record; c) Conduct an interview. Screening information is subject to change, please ensure you visit https://humanities.nwu. ac.za/communication/bachelor-arts-graphic-design intake and screening procedures. As part of the selection criteria, students must meet the minimum requirements and successfully complete the screening phase. Only after this will students be notified if their application was successful or not. • DURATION: 4 years 24 Potchefstroom with Communication SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT STUDIES Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Public Governance with Public Administration with Politics and Public Administration with Public Administration and Social Studies with Public Administration and Geography with Public Administration and Labour Relations Management • HL or FAL level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 25 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Policing Practice • English level 4 (50-59%) • If Gr 12 was obtained before 2008 (National Senior Certificate) please visit https://distance.nwu.ac.za/Policing for more information on the requirements. • DURATION: 3 years 25 Distance Learning only Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSocSc) with Political Studies and International Relations • Home Language level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng Bachelor of Administration in Development and Management with Local Government Management • English level 4 (50-59%) • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 21 Mahikeng Extended Bachelor of Administration in Development and Management with Local Government Management • English level 3 (40-49%) • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 4 years 20 Mahikeng SCHOOL OF LANGUAGES Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Language and Literary Studies The following subjects are offered: • English (ENLL) • Language Practice (LPRA) • Setswana (HL) (SETM) • English (ENLL): Gr 12 English (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR English (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • Setswana for mother-tongue speakers (SETM): Gr 12 Setswana/Sesotho/Sepedi (HL) level 4 (50-59%) • Setswana for non-mother-tongue speakers (ATSN): no pre-requisites • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng The following subjects are offered: • Afrikaans and Dutch (AFLL) • Creative Writing (SKRK) • English (ENLL) • French (FREN) • German (GERM) • Language Practice (LPRA) • Setswana – (HL) (SETM) • Setswana – SAL (ATSN) • South African Sign Language (SASL) • Afrikaans (AFLL): Gr. 12 Afrikaans (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Afrikaans (FAL) level 5 (6069%) • English (ENLL): Gr 12 English (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR English (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • Setswana for mother-tongue speakers (SETM): Gr. 12 Setswana/Sesotho/Sepedi (HL) level 4 (50-59%) • Setswana for non-mother-tongue speakers (ATSN): no pre-requisites • DURATION: 3 years 24 Potchefstroom with Languages with Language Practice with Language Practice and Communication The following subjects are offered: • Afrikaans and Dutch (AFLL) • English (ENLL) • French (FREN) • German (GERM) • Language Practice (LPRA) • Sesotho (SSLL) • Afrikaans (AFLL): Gr 12 Afrikaans (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Afrikaans (FAL) level 5 (6069%) • English (ENLL): Gr 12 English (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR English (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • Sesotho (SSLL): Gr 12 Sesotho (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Sesotho (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Language Technology • Mathematics level 5 (60-69%) • And one of the following language subjects: • Afrikaans (AFLL): Gr 12 Afrikaans (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Afrikaans (FAL) level 5 (6069%) • English (ENLL): Gr 12 English (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR English (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • Setswana for mother-tongue speakers (SETM): Gr 12 Setswana/Sesotho/Sepedi (HL) level 4 (50-59%) • Setswana for non-mother-tongue speakers (ATSN): no pre-requisites • One of the following subjects: Information Technology, Accounting, Physical Sciences with a final mark on level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Potchefstroom PAGE 23SCHOOL OF MUSIC Diploma in Music (DM) • National Senior Certificate for diploma study. • English 50% (level 4). • Language proficiency test, musical aptitude test and audition. • Laptop for learning and assessment activities. • DURATION: 3 years APS of at least 18 OR an equivalent qualification in which the modules for the final year have been passed with an average of at least 60% Potchefstroom Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Music and Society • National Senior Certificate for degree study • English 50% (level 4), OR • A Diploma in Music or equivalent qualification with a 60% average in the final year. • Audition (practical – grade 3), theory placement test (grade 2) and language proficiency test. • Laptop for learning and assessment activities. • DURATION: 3 years APS of at least 21 OR an equivalent qualification in which the modules for the final year have been passed with an average of at least 60% Potchefstroom Baccalaureus Musicae (BMus) • National Senior Certificate for degree study, OR • A Diploma in Music • Audition (practical – grade 6), theory placement test (grade 5) and language proficiency test. • Laptop for learning and assessment activities. • DURATION: 4 years APS of at least 24 OR a diploma in music Potchefstroom SCHOOL OF PHILOSOPHY Bachelor of Philosophy (BPhil) With Philosophy, Politics and Economics • HL and FAL level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Bachelor of Arts (BA) Humanities with Afrikaans and Dutch • Afrikaans (AFLL): Gr 12 Afrikaans (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Afrikaans (FAL) level 5 (6069%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with English • English (ENLL): Gr 12 English (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR English (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Setswana • Setswana (SETM): Gr 12 Setswana (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Setswana (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng Potchefstroom with Sesotho • Sesotho (SSLL): Gr 12 Sesotho (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Sesotho (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Vanderbijlpark with Social Sciences (PC, VC) with Psychology (MC, PC, VC) with History (MC, PC, VC) with Geography (MC, PC, VC) with French (PC, VC) with German (PC, VC) with History of Art (PC) with Politics (PC, VC) with Social Anthropology (PC) with Sociology (MC, PC, VC) with Philosophy (MC, PC) with History and Society (MC, PC) with Psychology and Society (MC,PC) with Geography and Society(MC, PC) with Politics and Society (VC) Please take note of the language entrance requirements • Afrikaans (AFLL): Gr 12 Afrikaans (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Afrikaans (FAL) level 5 (6069%) • English (ENLL): Gr 12 English (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR English (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • Setswana (SETM): Gr 12 Setswana (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Setswana (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • Sesotho (SSLL): Gr 12 Sesotho (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Sesotho (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • DURATION: 3 years 24 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSocSc) with Development Studies (MC) with Geography (MC, PC, VC) with History (MC, PC, VC) with Population Studies (MC) with Psychology and Social Sciences (MC, PC, VC) with Social Anthropology (PC, VC) with Sociology (MC, PC, VC) Please take note of the language entrance requirements • Afrikaans (AFLL): Gr 12 Afrikaans (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Afrikaans (FAL) level 5 (6069%) • English (ENLL): Gr. 12 English (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR English (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • Setswana (SETM): Gr 12 Setswana (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Setswana (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • Sesotho (SSLL): Gr 12 Sesotho (HL) level 4 (50-59%) OR Sesotho (FAL) level 5 (60-69%) • DURATION: 3 years 22 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Economics • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) • HL and FAL level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 22 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Arts (BA) with Sociology and Geography with Sociology and Labour Relations Management • HL and FAL level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 22 Potchefstroom Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Behavioural Sciences with Sociology and Psychology • HL and FAL level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years 22 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Language of instruction is English or Afrikaans with educational interpreting for non-fluent students (Students taking Afrikaans modules will be required to complete all assessments in Afrikaans. No exceptions can be made). PAGE 24PAGE 25Visit https://education.nwu.ac.za/ for more information. FACULTY OF EDUCATION Degree Field Subjects / Requirements APS Campus Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) • A National Senior Certificate with endorsement for bachelor’s studies and with appropriate subject combinations and performance levels as per Government Gazette 31231 (2008). • Language of instruction: Home Language and First Additional Language level 4 (5059%). To register First Additional Language as Language of Learning and Teaching, a level 5 (60-69%) is required for the First Additional Language • Languages available to choose from as a Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT) are Afrikaans, English, isiXhosa, Sesotho, or Setswana. Languages available to choose from as a Language of Conversational Competence (LoCC) are Afrikaans, isiXhosa, Sesotho, and Setswana. Please note that the LoLT and the LoCC may not be the same language. • Clearance certificate in terms of the provisions of the Children’s Act, Act 38 of 2005, as persons suitable to work with babies, toddlers and young children as contemplated in section 97(3) and duly verified against Part B of the National Protection Register in accordance with section 126 of the said Act. • Basic computer literacy skills, access to a computer and sufficient Wi-Fi. • DURATION: a minimum of 4 years 26 *Distance Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Foundation Phase (Grade R – 3) • MC: English/Setswana as HL AND English/Setswana as FAL; • PC: Afrikaans/English/Sesotho/Setswana as HL AND Afrikaans/English/ Setswana as FAL; • VC: Afrikaans/English/IsiZulu/Sesotho as HL AND Afrikaans/English/ IsiZulu/ Sesotho as FAL; • Distance: Afrikaans/English/IsiZulu/Sepedi/Sesotho/Setswana as HL AND Afrikaans/ English/Setswana as FAL. • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Intermediate Phase (Grade 4 – 6) with Mathematics, Science and Technology • PC: Afrikaans/Sesotho/Setswana as HL AND English as FAL; • VC: Afrikaans/English/IsiZulu/Sesotho as HL AND Afrikaans/English/IsiZulu/ Sesotho as FAL; • Subject-specific requirements: Mathematics level 3 OR Technical Mathematics level 4. • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Life Skills and Social Sciences • PC: Afrikaans/Sesotho/Setswana as HL AND English as FAL; • VC: Afrikaans/English/IsiZulu/Sesotho as HL AND Afrikaans/English/IsiZulu/ Sesotho as FAL; • DISTANCE: Afrikaans/IsiZulu/Sepedi/Sesotho/Setswana as HL AND English as FAL. • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance PAGE 26Degree Field Subjects / Requirements APS Campus Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (Grade 7 – 12) with Economics with History with Business Studies • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance with Geography • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with English • Subject-specific requirements: English Home Language level 4 OR English First Additional Language level 5 AND Home Language/First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance with Physical Sciences • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • Subject-specific requirements: Physical Sciences level 4; Mathematics level 4 OR Technical Mathematics level 5 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Accounting • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • Subject-specific requirements: Accounting level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance with Mathematics • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • Subject-specific requirements: Mathematics level 5 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance with Afrikaans • Subject-specific requirements: Afrikaans Home Language level 5 AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance with Life Sciences • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • Subject-specific requirements: Life Sciences level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Life Orientation • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • Subject-specific requirements: Life Orientation level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance with Engineering, Graphics and Design • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance with Computer Application Technology • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Sesotho • Subject-specific requirements: Sesotho Home Language level 4 AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance with Mechanical Technology with Civil Technology with Electrical Technology • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • Subject specific requirements: Mathematics or Technical Mathematics pass rate of at least 50% in the Grade 12 examination. Recommendation: level 3 (40-49%) pass rate in Grade 12 in Physical/Technical Sciences, and any Technology subject. • Students that do not meet the minimum requirements: who have passed Mathematics in Grade 12 with at least 40% OR who have passed Mathematical Literacy in Grade 12 with at least 60% with a pass rate of at least 40% for any Technology subjects in Grade 12 OR who have passed Technical Mathematics with at least 40% in Grade 12, may be allowed entry into these programmes on condition that they pass the bridging modules MTEC 111 and MTEC 121 during the first two years of study. • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark with Setswana • Subject-specific requirements: Setswana Home Language level 4 AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Mahikeng Potchefstroom *Distance with Information Technology • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom with Art • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Potchefstroom *Distance with Mathematical Literacy • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 4 • Subject-specific requirements: Mathematics level 3 OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 OR Technical Mathematics level 4 • DURATION: 4 years 26 Vanderbijlpark Language of instruction is English (If students specialise in a language field, the medium of instruction will be the language of specialisation, which includes Afrikaans, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, IsiZulu, IsiXhosa, IsiNdbele, SiSwati, Tshivenda, and Xitsonga.) PAGE 27FACULTY OF ENGINEERING Visit https://engineering.nwu.ac.za/ for more information. Degree Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Field Chemical Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Computer and Electronic Engineering Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechatronic Engineering Subjects / Requirements • A final Grade 12 Mathematics mark of 70% or higher • A final Grade 12 Physical Sciences mark of 70% or higher • A mark of 60% or higher in Afrikaans or English (the language of instruction at either Home Language or First Additional Language level) APS Campus Prospective students who apply with borderline Grade 11 results may be conditionally accepted, provided they meet the above minimum requirements in their final Grade 12 results. Such applicants are encouraged to choose a second study option from a faculty other than Engineering. Students with 40%+ in both Mathematics and Physical Sciences and at least 60% in the language of instruction can apply for the 1-year Xcel bridging programme • DURATION: 4 years * Language of instruction: English 34 Potchefstroom PAGE 28FACULTY OF LAW Visit https://law.nwu.ac.za/ for more information. Degree Field Subjects / Requirements APS Campus Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Law with Psychology with Politics with Industrial Psychology • NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption • Home language AND First Additional Language level 5 (60-69%) • Mathematics level 3 (40% – 49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 (60% – 69%) • SELECTION: Placement process and adherence to minimum requirements of the faculty. Academic performance is important. Limited capacity. • DURATION: 3 years 30 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Law • NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 5 (60-69%) • Mathematics level 3 (40% – 49%) • SELECTION: Placement process and adherence to minimum requirements of the faculty. Academic performance is important. Limited capacity. • DURATION: 3 years 34 Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Bachelor of Laws (LLB) • NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption • Home Language AND First Additional Language level 5 (60-69%) • Mathematics level 3 (40% – 49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 5 (60% – 69%) • SELECTION: Placement process and adherence to minimum requirements of the faculty. Academic performance is important. Limited capacity. • DURATION: 4 years 34 Mahikeng Potchefstroom Extended Bachelor of Laws (LLB) • NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption • Home Language level 4 (50-59%) AND First additional language level 4 (50-59%) • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematics Literacy level 5 (60-69%) • SELECTION: Placement process and adherence to minimum requirements of the faculty. Academic performance is important. Limited capacity. • DURATION: 5 years 30 Mahikeng *Language of instruction is English (Additional support will be provided to students in a form of peer mentoring, tutorials, and supplementary instruction in all official languages of NWU.) PAGE 29Visit https://theology.nwu.ac.za/ for more information. FACULTY OF THEOLOGY Degree SUBJECTS / Requirements APS Campus BA in Ancient Languages as first qualification • NS(C) or NC(V) for degree studies, or with full matriculation exemption • English level 4 (50-59%) • MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact • DURATION: 3 years 24 Potchefstroom BA in Pastoral Psychology as first qualification • In consultation with Association of Christian Religious Practitioners (ACRP) • NS(C) or NC(V) for degree studies, or with full matriculation exemption • English level 4 (50-59%) • MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact • DURATION: 3 years 26 Mahikeng Vanderbijlpark BTh with Pastoral Counselling and Psychology as first qualification • In consultation with the Association of Christian Religious Practitioners (ACRP) • NS(C) or NC(V) for degree studies, or with full matriculation exemption • English level 4 (50-59%) • MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact • DURATION: 3 years 26 Potchefstroom Bachelor of Divinity (BDiv) In consultation with • Curators of Reformed Churches in SA • Curators of Hervormde Kerk • Curators of Dutch Reformed Church • NS(C) or NC(V) for degree studies, or with full matriculation exemption • English level 4 (50-59%) • MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact; *Distance • DURATION: 4 years 24 Potchefstroom *Distance BTh with Bible Languages and Bible Translation • NS(C) or NC(V) for degree studies, or with full matriculation exemption • English level 4 (50-59%) • MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact • DURATION: 3 years 24 Potchefstroom BTh in Christian Ministry as first qualification In consultation with the • Governing Body of Theological Education • Department of Education and Training • NS(C) or NC(V) for degree studies, or with full matriculation exemption • English level 4 (50-59%) • MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact; *Distance • DURATION: 3 years 24 Potchefstroom *Distance • Language of instruction is English (Prospective students from non-English speaking countries must submit a certificate of English language proficiency, either the TOEFL score sheet or results of the University of Cambridge International English Language Testing System.) 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