How To Apply | Student Application Centre (SAC)

What Does the Selection Process Entail?

Understanding how your application is evaluated

At the heart of the selection process is a calculation of your individual points score, which takes into account your final Grade 12 marks and other key factors such as the school you attended, and your gender, socio-economic group, race, and so on.

Before submitting an application, please check whether you meet the statutory and college-specific admission requirements, and the required academics points score (APS) for your chosen qualification(s). The minimum APS score differs from college to college, and from qualification to qualification.

It is important to note that you will not automatically be accepted to study through SAC further education & Training college/higher institution partners. Students will be accommodated on the basis of the number of spaces available for each qualification.

Points score based on Grade 12 marks

Consideration of school, gender, and socio-economic factors

Minimum APS score varies by college and qualification

Subject to available spaces per qualification

The Application Process

Key steps and rules for your application

Maximum Two Qualifications

You may apply for a maximum of two qualifications, ranked in order of preference (although you may only register for one should both of your qualifications be successful).

Application Outcomes

SAC will inform you of the outcome of your application. If successful, SAC will indicate for which qualification you have been accepted and will offer you a space for the period for which you have applied.

Accept or Decline

You must accept or decline SAC's offer within the prescribed period of time. If you miss this deadline, SAC will withdraw the offer and give your space to another applicant.

Registration Required

First-time applicants to SAC will be required to complete the whole application. If you accept SAC's offer, you must register for the period for which you have been granted admission.

Who Should Apply?

Everyone wanting to start a new qualification must apply for admission

First-time SAC applicants starting a new qualification

SAC students changing to a new qualification and/or specialisation

Those completing a higher certificate who want to continue with further undergraduate studies

Anyone who previously applied but did not accept the offer or register

Everyone planning to enrol for classes at a TVET college under the SAC-TVET agreement

When Should I Apply?

Application period for the upcoming academic year

Application Window

November to February

Applications for admission to SAC's Further Education & Training College/higher Institution qualifications for the academic year are open from 1 November to 28 February. Ensure you submit your application within this period.

What Do I Need to Know Before I Apply?

Essential requirements to prepare before submitting your application

Check Qualifications

Check that you qualify for admission to your chosen programme and meet the minimum academic points score (APS).

Valid Email Address

Have a valid e-mail address and cell phone number. If you don't have an email, create a free Gmail address.

Check Emails Regularly

Check your emails regularly for communication from SAC. All important updates and offers will be sent to your email.

Ready to Start Your Application?

The application process is straightforward. Follow the steps above and take the first step towards your education journey with SAC.

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