Matric exams timetable ,National Senior Certificate [NSC] 2023

THE NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC) , MATRIC EXAMINATION TIMETABLE  2023

 

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THE MATRIC EXAMS TIMETABLE FOR NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC) 2023

THE OVERVIEWS

The  National Senior Certificate (NSC) examinations commonly referred to as “matric” has become an annual event of major public significance. It not only signifies the culmination of twelve years of formal schooling but the NSC examinations is a barometer of the health of the education system.

The first national examination, under the newly elected democratic government was administered in November 1996, following a highly decentralized approach.

The Department of Basic Education ,DBE was formed when the former National Department of Education was split into two: Department of Basic Education and the Department of Higher Education and Training. The DBE deals with all schools from Grade R to Grade 12, including adult literacy programmes. The aim of the DBE is to develop, maintain and support a South African school education system for the 21st century.

Our vision is of a South Africa in which all our people will have access to lifelong learning, education and training opportunities, which will, in turn, contribute towards improving the quality of life and building a peaceful, prosperous and democratic South Africa.

Our mission is to provide leadership in the establishment of a South African education system for the 21st century.

The thousands of the matric students expected to starts in their final Examinations on October / November ,The Department of Basic Educations has tried to publish to us the matric exams timetable of the year 2023. Currently ,the Matric students remains few days to make Individual preparations of the matric examinations which almost could be starts on 30 October 2023.

 

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Also the Important things to note from the Department of Basic Educations is always give advises to parents and students to check the updates and changes of National Senior Certificates ,NSC .The Students are also encouraged to make the most of their time preparing for the important exams and take advantage of resources which are helping Students find guidance.

 

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IMPORTANT ISSUES :

I] When will the final National Senior Certificate examination be conducted?

From October to December of each year.

 

II] Must a learner register to write the final National Senior Certificate examination?

Yes, before 15 March of the year that a learner will sit for the final examination. All subjects to be written, including those from approved assessment bodies must be registered.

III] Who is eligible to write the National Senior Certificate examination?

Current Grade 12 learners

Anyone who wants to improve on their previous NSC results and who is still a NSC candidate (i.e. has not had their certificate changed to SC) may register as a part-time candidate for the NSC examinations.

 

IV] What are the minimum requirements for a candidate to obtain a National Senior Certificate?

The minimum requirements are:-

Achieve 40% in three subjects, one of which is an official language at Home Language level and 30% in three other subjects as stipulated in the policy.

Provide full evidence in the SBA component in the subjects offered

 

V] What is the role of Umalusi?

Umalusi is responsible for the quality assurance of assessment in the Grade 12-year and issues the National Senior Certificate to successful candidates.

 

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VI] Is there a second chance for National Senior Certificate candidates who have failed the final examination?

The supplementary examination in February/March has been phased out and is not available anymore. Candidates can however register for the June NSC examination to improve their results. For further details on who qualifies to register for the June examination, please click here.

Remarking, rechecking and viewing

Candidates may apply for re-checking or re-marking of examination answer scripts immediately after receiving their results. The closing date for application for a re-check or re-mark is usually 14 days after the release of the results and it is also indicated on the reverse side of the Statement of results. Application forms for re-checking or re-marking of examination answer scripts are available from schools/examination centres or education district offices.

 

Withheld examination results

Candidates’ results are normally withheld due to irregularities, but those candidates whose results have been blocked or withheld have the right to appeal. When a candidate is informed that the results are withheld, they can do the following:

Enquire, preferably in writing, and request the reasons for the withholding of the results. Candidates may also contact the district office or their school for assistance

You can visit the nearest office of the Department of Education in your area to enquire about your results or make any other examination-related enquiries you may have.

The Senior Certificate(as amended) as an option to consider

A new policy for the Senior Certificate(as amended) for adults and out-of-school learners was published in August 2014. This policy allows adults, who are 21 years and older to write the Senior Certificate examination, which will be based on the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS), the curriculum that is currently being offered in schools.

Higher Education Institution requirements and support

VII] What are the minimum requirements for further studies relating to Higher Certificate, Diploma and Bachelor Studies?

 

Higher Certificate. The minimum admission requirement is a National Senior Certificate with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution as certified by Umalusi, the Quality Assurance Council. Institutional and programme needs may require additional combinations or recognised NSC subjects and levels of achievement.

Diploma. The minimum admission requirement is a National Senior Certificate with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution as certified by Umalusi, the Quality Assurance Council, coupled with an achievement rating of 3 (Moderate Achievement, 40% – 49%) or better in four (4) recognised 20-credit subjects. Institution and programme needs may require additional combinations of recognised NSC subjects and levels of achievement.

Bachelor’s Degree The minimum admission requirement is a National Senior Certificate with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution as certified by Umalusi, the Quality Assurance Council, coupled with an achievement rating of 4 (Adequate Achievement, 50% – 59%) or better in four (4) recognised 20-credit subjects. Institution and programme needs may require additional combinations of recognised NSC subjects and levels of achievement.

 

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