UCT Admission Requirements for Engineering and Built Environment
For admission into the Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment (EBE) at the University of Cape Town, the process involves calculating a Faculty Points Score (FPS) and a Weighted Points Score (WPS). Here’s a summary of how these scores are calculated and the requirements for different programs:
Calculating FPS and WPS:
FPS Calculation:
Add the percentages of NSC English and NSC Mathematics plus four other subjects (excluding Life Orientation).
For Engineering, Construction Studies, and Geomatics: Include Physical Science.
For Property Studies: Include the four next best subjects.
For Architectural Studies: Include the four next best subjects. Note: Architectural Studies also requires an Architecture Portfolio Score.
WPS Calculation:
Adjust the FPS by a disadvantage factor (0% to 10%) based on school and family backgrounds. This is applicable only to South African citizens and permanent residents.
Offer Levels for Admission:
Band A (Guaranteed Admission): Meet specified FPS and subject levels.
Band B (Likely Admission): Meet specified WPS and subject levels.
Band C (Possible Admission): Meet specified FPS and subject levels, applicable for targeted redress race groups 1 and 2 only (South African Black or Coloured).
Specific Requirements for Programs:
General Requirements for Calculating FPS and WPS:
FPS (Faculty Points Score): Sum of percentages in NSC English, NSC Mathematics, and four other subjects.
WPS (Weighted Points Score): FPS adjusted by a disadvantage factor (0% to 10%) based on the applicant’s school and family background.
Specific Program Requirements:
Chemical Engineering:
Guaranteed Admission: FPS 500, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Likely Admission: WPS 480, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Possible Admission for Redress Groups: FPS 420, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Civil Engineering:
Guaranteed Admission: FPS 500, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Likely Admission: WPS 480, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Possible Admission for Redress Groups: FPS 420, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering:
Guaranteed Admission: FPS 500, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 75%
Likely Admission: WPS 480, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 75%
Possible Admission for Redress Groups: FPS 420, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 75%
Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Mechatronics:
Guaranteed Admission: FPS 500, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Likely Admission: WPS 480, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Possible Admission for Redress Groups: FPS 420, Math ≥ 80%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Architectural Studies:
Guaranteed Admission: FPS 450, English 50%, Math 50%, Architecture Portfolio Score 75%
Likely Admission: WPS 408, English 50%, Math 50%, Architecture Portfolio Score 68%
Possible Admission for Redress Groups: FPS 348, English 50%, Math 50%, Architecture Portfolio Score 50%
Construction Studies:
Guaranteed Admission: FPS 450, Math ≥ 65%, Physical Sciences ≥ 60%
Likely Admission: WPS 420, Math ≥ 65%, Physical Sciences ≥ 55%
Possible Admission for Redress Groups: FPS 390, Math ≥ 65%, Physical Sciences ≥ 55%
Property Studies:
Guaranteed Admission: FPS 450, Math ≥ 65%
Likely Admission: WPS 420, Math ≥ 65%
Possible Admission for Redress Groups: FPS 390, Math ≥ 65%
Geomatics:
Guaranteed Admission: FPS 450, Math ≥ 75%, Physical Sciences ≥ 70%
Likely Admission: WPS 420, Math ≥ 65%, Physical Sciences ≥ 60%
Possible Admission for Redress Groups: FPS 390, Math ≥ 65%, Physical Sciences ≥ 60%
Notes:
- Maths Literacy or Technical Maths cannot substitute for Maths.
- Technical Science cannot substitute for Physical Science.
- The requirements are subject to annual changes. It’s advisable to verify the latest criteria on the university’s official website or admission office.
Additional Notes:
- Mathematics Literacy or Technical Mathematics cannot substitute for Mathematics.
- Technical Science cannot substitute for Physical Science.
- The FPS and WPS are crucial in assessing your eligibility for various programs within the EBE faculty.
Remember, these are general guidelines, and it’s important to check the latest admission requirements and procedures directly from the University of Cape Town, as they may change annually.
