UCT Admission Requirements for Science

The admission requirements for the Faculty of Science at the University of Cape Town (UCT) are categorized into three bands based on the Faculty Points Score (FPS), Weighted Points Score (WPS), and specific subject requirements. Here’s a summary:

General Admission Criteria for Science:

FPS (Faculty Points Score): Calculated based on the NSC score, including Mathematics, Physical Sciences (or Life Sciences/Information Technology for certain majors), and other best subjects excluding Life Orientation.

NBT (National Benchmark Tests): Required in Mathematics, Academic Literacy (AL), and Quantitative Literacy (QL).

Specific Bands for Admission:

Band A (Guaranteed Admission):

FPS Requirement: 630 or above.

Subject Requirements: Mathematics 70% or above and Physical Sciences* 60% or above.

NBTs: Required in Mathematics, AL, and QL.

Band B (Admission Very Likely):

WPS Requirement: 600 or above. The WPS is the FPS adjusted by a maximum of 10% to accommodate school or home background.

Subject Requirements: Mathematics 70% or above and Physical Sciences* 60% or above.

NBTs: Required in Mathematics, AL, and QL.

Band C (Admission Possible):

Applicable to: South African applicants in targeted redress race groups.

FPS Requirement: 550 or above.

Subject Requirements: Mathematics 70% or above and Physical Sciences* 60% or above.

NBTs: Required in Mathematics, AL, and QL.

Additional Notes:

*For certain majors in the Faculty of Science, applicants who have not taken Physical Sciences may replace it with either Life Sciences or Information Technology.

Applicants are advised to refer to the latest UCT Undergraduate Prospectus for further information and updates.

It’s important to note that admission criteria can change, and it’s advisable for prospective students to consult the latest university information or contact UCT directly for the most current admission requirements.