UCT BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY FAQ

In our dataset, the listed minimum APS for this programme is 340.

For the most accurate result, enter your marks (and NBTs if required) and check eligibility: APS calculator.

The programme lists these subject minimums in our dataset:

• Mathematics >= 60% OR Mathematical Literacy >= 70%
• Physical Sciences >= 65% OR Life Sciences >= 65%
• English (Home >= 65% OR First Additional Language) >= 65%
• English >= 65%

Open the requirement page here: UCT course requirements.

It depends on the specific programme rules. If Physical Sciences is listed as a compulsory subject, you generally cannot substitute it with a higher APS.

If you are aiming for a Science/Engineering pathway, treat Physical Sciences as a high-impact subject to strengthen:

• Grade 12 Physical Sciences past papers

For programmes that use NBTs inside the faculty score, better NBT results can improve your competitiveness.

This programme includes an NBT requirement in our dataset.

Read more here: NBT guide.

Many UCT programmes are competitive because places are limited. Being above a minimum does not always mean you will receive an offer.

If you see guaranteed/probable/possible bands for this programme, treat them as competitiveness signals rather than simple cutoffs.

If you are short by a small margin, you can still apply, but the outcome is uncertain. Your first priority is meeting compulsory subject minimums.

Then improve the highest-impact subjects (usually Maths and English) and recalculate.

Start with the subjects that block you from eligibility: compulsory minimums first, then score-building subjects.

Use past papers for targeted practice:

• Grade 12 mathematics past papers
• Grade 12 mathematical literacy past papers
• Grade 12 physical sciences past papers
• Grade 12 life sciences past papers
• Grade 12 english home language past papers