1. What is the APS?

The Admission Point Score (APS) is used by Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) to assess National Senior Certificate results for university admission. It's calculated by summing points from your 6 best subjects (excluding Life Orientation).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the standard CPUT APS conversion:

Where points are awarded based on percentage bands:

• 80-100% = 7 points
• 70-79% = 6 points
• 60-69% = 5 points
• 50-59% = 4 points
• 40-49% = 3 points
• 30-39% = 2 points
• 0-29% = 1 point

Note: Life Orientation is excluded from the calculation, even if it's one of your highest marks.

3. Importance of APS Calculation

Details: Your APS determines eligibility for specific programs at CPUT. Different programs have different minimum APS requirements, and some competitive programs may require higher APS scores.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter percentages for at least 6 subjects (excluding Life Orientation). You can optionally include Life Orientation if you want to confirm it won't be counted. All percentages must be between 0-100.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is Life Orientation excluded?
A: CPUT follows national guidelines that exclude Life Orientation from APS calculations as it's considered a life skills subject rather than academic.

Q2: What's a good APS score?
A: This depends on the program. Minimum APS requirements range from 18-28 points, with competitive programs requiring higher scores.

Q3: How many subjects are considered?
A: Only your top 6 subjects (excluding Life Orientation) are used in the calculation.

Q4: What if I have more than 6 subjects?
A: The calculator will automatically select your 6 highest-scoring subjects (excluding Life Orientation).

Q5: Does CPUT use different APS calculations for different programs?
A: Some programs may have additional requirements (like specific subject requirements), but the basic APS calculation remains the same.