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2 5 Faculty requirements 6 Law 7 Engineering 8 Theology 9 Education 10 Natural and Agricultural sciences 13 Health Sciences 17 Humanities 21 Economic and Management sciences 24 Notice:Study information is subject to change and is a summary of the general fields of study. This information was compiled for introduction and orientation purposes and the North-West University accepts no liability for inaccuracies that may occur in this guide. The official yearbook of the University must in all cases be consulted during the process of compiling a programme for a specific field of study.

3 The appropriate yearbook is available on request at: / 018 285 4320 / Please note that, owing to specific capacity constraints, the University reserves the right to select candidates for admission to certain fields of study. This means that prospective students who comply with the minimum requirements will not automatically be admitted to the courses in question. Because of the capacity limitations and the high demand from students for admission to particular fields of study, students will be selected on the basis of their Grade 12 results for admission to these fields. 4747 INCLUSIVE RESIDENCESACROSS THREE CAMPUSESRESEARCH PARTNER OF NASAIN ASTROPHYSICS AND SPACE SCIENCEWE CALL IT HOME AWAY FROM HOMEVARSITY ACAPELLACHOIR CHAMPIONS 2018 ATHLETICSNATIONAL VARSITY SPORTSCHAMPS FOR 2019 CRICKETNATIONAL VARSITY SPORTSCHAMPS FOR 20175 OUT OF 5 STARSFOR EMPLOYABILITY OF OUR STUDENTSMORE THAN250 COMMUNITY PROJECTS2505 OUT OF 5 STARSFOR TEACHING AND LEARNINGIt all starts here Think GloballyThink NWUOur DreamTo be an internationally recognised university in Africa, distinguished for engaged scholarship, social responsiveness and an ethic of PurposeTo excel in innovative learning and teaching and cutting-edge research, thereby benefitting society through Brand PromiseDynamic.

4 Values-driven. North-West University (NWU) is one of the country s leading educational institutions with an academic mindset and outputs that speak for themselves. It is emphasized by our wide range of undergraduate programs, offered in our eight faculties namely Economic and Management Sciences, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Humanities, Law, Natural and Agricultural Sciences and Theology. The uniqueness of the NWU can be attributed to: 1 University, 8 faculties Internationally recognized qualifications Career-orientated degree that equips you to be innovative Unique student experience with modern facilities Sports and cultural achievements In addition to your qualification, the NWU offers you a life experience that equips you with leadership skills, ability to work in teams, embrace different cultures, and be part of a caring NWU offers you an experience that will shape your future - # will foster engaged and caring staff and students and embed the following foundational values, based on the constitutional values of human dignity, equality and freedom.

5 Ethics in all endeavours Academic integrity Academic freedom and freedom of scientific research Responsibility, accountability, fairness and transparency Embracing UNIVERSITY (NWU)12 Organised student life offers you a unique cultural, sport and social experience The NWU has a total of 47 residences. Please visit the following links to explore our unique residence life at the NWU: much will it cost me?The prescribed residence deposit, class and residence fees can be viewed at Academic Merit BursariesThe bursaries are automatically awarded to all full-time first-year students who:Scored an average of 75 percent or higher during the Grade 12 final bursary is awarded on the basis of the arithmetic average of the percentages of the student s six best subjects, Life Orientation excluded.

6 For more information visit: more information visit: do I apply?Visit and select How to apply . Follow the step-by-step process. Remember to have the following documents ready: A copy of relevant results and previous qualifications Copy of your ID Additional documentation for international prospective students:A copy of your passportFor assistance or more information with the process please contact018 285 4320 or dates:Selection courses: 30 June For more information visit courses: 30 a look at the process here: is APS score?How do I calculate my APS score?A maximum of six subjects are used to determine the APS score. Life Orientation is not taken into account in calculating your APS LevelAPS Score8 = 90-100%87 = 80-89%76 = 70-79%65 = 60-69% 54 = 50-59%43 = 40-49%32 = 30-39%21 = 0-29%1 ExampleSubjectPercentage (%)APS ScoreAfrikaans Home Language55%4 English First Additional Language57%4 Mathematics70%6 Accounting78%6 Design71%6 Computer Application Technology54%4 Total: 30OR - why not use our APS calculator to determine your APS score: Requirement what subjects do I need for a specific course?

7 FACULTIESAPS Score and Subject specific requirementsHumanitiesAPS score: from 22 Natural and Agricultural SciencesAPS score: from 26 Mathematics, Physical SciencesTheologyAPS score: from 24 EducationAPS score: from 24 LawAPS score: from 28 for a BA Law(BCom and Mathematics) APS 30 Economic and Management Sciences1. Economic SciencesAPS Score: from 24 MathematicsMathematical Literacy for Extended degreesEconomic and Management Sciences2. Accounting SciencesAPS Score: from 28 Mathematics (CA, Financial, Management and Forensic Accounting)EngineeringAPS Score: 34 Mathematics, Physical ScienceHealth SciencesAPS Score: from 24 Mathematics, Natural ScienceOpen Distance Learning - an alternative choiceOpen distance learning refers to a mode of delivery and a teaching and learning approach that focuses on increasing access to education and training by elim-inating possible obstacles such as time, place and tempo of learning.

8 Students can register at any time, but there is a prescribed minimum and maximum time to complete the qualification with a specific number of assessment opportuni-ties during this more information about the courses, visit: enquiries, email or phone 018 285 590056 LAWD egreeFieldSUBJECTS / RequirementsAPSC ampusBachelor of Arts in Law(BA in Law)with Psychology with Politics with English with Industrial Psychology with Philosophy NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, or with full matriculation exemption; Home language level 5 AND First Additional Language level 5 SELECTION: Placement tests and adherence to minimum requirements of faculty DURATION: 3 years28 Potch VaalBachelor of Commerce in Law (BCom in Law) NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption; Home language level 5 AND First Additional Language level 5 Mathematics level 4 SELECTION: Paper selection, placement tests and psychometric assessment DURATION: 3 years30 Mafikeng Potch VaalBachelor of Laws (LLB) NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption; Home language level 5 AND First Additional Language level 5.

9 Mathematics level 3 is highly recommended SELECTION: Paper selection, placement tests and psychometric assessment DURATION: 4 years30 MafikengPotchExtended Bachelor ofLaws (LLB) NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption; Home language level 4 AND First Additional Language level 4 Mathematics level 3 OR Mathematics liter-acy level 5 Academic Average 55% SELECTION: Paper selection, placement tests and psychometric assessment DURATION: 5 years28 MafikengPotchENGINEERINGD egreeFieldSUBJECTS / RequirementsAPSC ampusBachelor of Engineering(BEng)Chemical Engineering Chemical Engineering with Mineral Processing Electrical and Electronic Engineering Computer and Elec-tronic Engineering Electromechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering NS(C) with full matriculation exemption Mathematics level 6 Physical Sciences level 6 Home OR First Additional Language at least Level 5 Additional entry route.

10 Students with 50% in both Mathematics and Physical Sciences may have the op-portunity to write a test as additional point of entry DURATION: 4 years34 Potch Visit the faculty website for more information the faculty website for more information / RequirementsAPSC ampusBachelor of Arts in Ancient Languages (BA)with Translation Studies with Classical Studies with Ancient Near Eastern Studies NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption English level 4 DURATION: 3 years MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact24 Potch Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Psychology (BA) NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption English level 4 DURATION: 3 years MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact24 Mafikeng VaalBachelor of Divinity (BDiv) NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption English level 4 DURATION: 4 years MODE OF DELIVERY: Potch=Contact; *Distance24 Potch*DistanceBachelor of Theology (BTh)with Bible and Church Ministrywith Pastoral Counselling and Psychology with Bible Languages and Bible Translation NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption English level 4 DURATION: 3 years MODE OF DELIVERY: Contact24 PotchBachelor of Theology in Christian Ministry (BTh in Christian Ministry) NS(C) OR NC(V) for degree studies, OR with full matriculation exemption English level 4 DURATION: 3 years MODE OF DELIVERY: Mafikeng = Contact.