Is 40 Percent A Pass?
Is 40 Percent a Pass Mark?
Is 40 Percent a Pass Mark? Passing Grades Explained
Well, many people think passing matric requires just 40% of the class. It isn’t completely correct. However, you must receive at least 40% plus in each of your studies to pass matric. A student is considered to have failed if they cannot complete the National Senior Certificate requirements. To get an NSC pass you need your 40% minimum for your home language and 40% for another 2 subjects.
Also, in some schools and universities, 40 percent is considered a minimum pass mark, meaning students achieve enough to progress without needing to repeat the course. They will then have to retake their subjects if they need a passing grade for matriculation. They will then need to get the required minimum scores. more on this are as follows
- South Africa Grade System
It is compulsory to achieve at least 40% for your home language to attain one of the certifications that grant you access to a higher learning institution. Attaining less than 40% is regarded as a failure.
The percentages are therefore calibrated as follows:
- a first-class pass is given for 75% and above,
- a second (division one) for 70–74%,
- a second (division two) for 60%–69%, and
- a third for 50%–59%.
- A failure is any percentage below 40%.
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The National Senior Certificate Minimum Requirement
- 40% minimum for your home language
- 40% for another 2 subjects
- You can fail a subject – even your first additional language
- You must then get 30% or more for the other 6 making a total of 6 passes.
A Higher Certificate Minimum Requirement
- 40% in their Home Language.
- At least 40% in two other subjects.
- A minimum of 30% for three other subjects.
- One of the two language requirements to qualify for a Higher Certificate. Thus, either English or Afrikaans.
The Diploma Certification Minimum Requirement
- 40% in their Home Language.
- 40% for three other High Credit subjects (other than home language).
- 30% for two other subjects.
- A final total APS score of 19
Bachelor’s Degree / Exemption Minimum Requirement
- 40% for your Home Language.
- A minimum of 50% for four other High Credit subjects.
- At least 30% for two other subjects.
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7 NSC Levels and Achievement Ratings:
- Level 7: 80 – 100% (Outstanding achievement)
- Level 6: 70 – 79% (Meritorious achievement)
- Level 5: 60 – 69% (Substantial achievement)
- Level 4: 50 – 59% (Moderate achievement)
- Level 3: 40 – 49% (Adequate achievement)
- Level 2: 30 – 39% (Elementary achievement)
- Level 1: 0 – 29% (Not achieved – Fail)
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