Matric

Hey Matrics,

As you head into your final exams, know that we at the Careers Portal are rooting for you! We fully support you and one of the ways we would love to show you our support is by providing you with helpful resources to assist you along your journey.

The Careers Portal provides resources dedicated to making your matric year easier. We want to make sure that all students have an easy and convenient way to gain access to the resources they need in order to succeed during their exams.

You’ll be able to find everything you need from matric rewrite, matric results, study guides, matric past papers, to tips, advice and more.

Past Papers

Get all the Matric past papers you need right here! With the Careers Portal, you can make your Grade 12 year epic.

Click here to check out all past matric examination papers

How To Cope With Exam Stress

The final Matric exam period can be very stressful and overwhelming. It's important to have strategies to keep not only your body but your mind healthy as well so that you can excel!

Guide To Remaining Calm For Matrics

4 Tips On How To Cope With Exam Failure

How To Keep The FOCUS When Exams Fatigue Sets In

Matric Study Tips

The key to succeeding in your exams is to have a game plan and to stick to it. Remember, having a plan for before, during and after your exams can wipe away that feeling of not being in control.

Common Study Mistakes Students Make

Study Techniques That Work

Study Guides & Resources

Besides past papers, there are so many resources and study guides out there which can help you better prepare for your Final Matric exams.

Mind The Gap Grade 12 Study Guides

Free Online Resources For Matriculants

Resources To Help You Get Distinctions

Post-Matric Options

You've probably been contemplating the next chapter of your life all throughout the year asking yourself, 'what am I going to study?', 'am I going to study? What else can I do'? Well, we can help.

Where To Study in South Africa

Tips For Students Transitioning From High School To University

Not Going to University? Here Are Other Options For You

Bursaries

Are you looking for ways to fund your studies? Perhaps an academic bursary is the answer to your financial worries. Academic bursaries can be found in almost every field of study from engineering to journalism.

Find all the latest bursaries and scholarships here.

NSFAS

NSFAS is the National Student Financial Aid Scheme which is a bursary fund for students through the NSFAS funding. The NSFAS bursary will cover everything from your fees to your accommodation. To learn more about NSFAS, click here.

Funza Lushaka Bursary

The Funza Lushaka Bursary is one of the teaching bursaries available to students. Click here to find out everything you need to know about the Funza Lushaka Bursary.

ISFAP

ISFAP refers to the Ikusasa Student Financial Aid Programme which provides bursaries to students from poor and missing middle backgrounds. Click here to find out more about ISFAP.

Student Loans

If you don't qualify for a bursary or have not been successful in applying for one, a student loan could be how you fund your studies.

Fund Your Studies With A Loan From Fundi

Banks That Offer Student Loans in South Africa

5 Things to Think About When Taking Out a Student Loan

Student Accommodation

There are various ways to find student accommodation if you're looking to study away from home. It is sure to be a major adjustment but there is always support available.

Click here if you're looking for student accommodation.

Career Advice

Looking for career advice? Careers Portal can help you with how to apply for jobs, how to create a CV, answer interview questions and even help you answer any other questions about working that you might have.

Find everything you need to know here.

Join Studyclix To Make Your Final Matric Exams Easier

Tue, 10/09/2024 - 12:33

The countdown has begun to the 2024 final Matric exams and Studyclix is here to help you make sure you are ready to ace your matric exams! Enjoy the benefits experienced by students already using Studyclix!

Mastering Matric – SACAP’s Guide For Parents & Teens

Thu, 05/09/2024 - 12:24

The class of 2024 have entered the final stretch of their 12 years school careers, with final exams starting on 21 October-28 November. The right tools, approach and preparation can help alleviate the pressure during this tough period.

Can I Upgrade My Matric Results While In University?

Fri, 23/08/2024 - 10:00

Starting university is an exciting step, but what if you're not entirely happy with your matric results? Maybe your marks aren't as high as you wanted, and you're wondering if it's possible to improve them while still attending university. The good news is, yes, you can upgrade your matric results while you're studying at university.

What Is A Distinction In Matric?

Mon, 19/08/2024 - 19:08

When you hear the term "distinction" in matric, it might sound a bit fancy, but it's simply a way of recognizing outstanding performance in your final school exams. If you're a student finishing high school, understanding what a distinction is can be important, especially if you're aiming to excel in your studies.

Amended Senior Certificate: Registration To Complete Adult Matric Opening Soon

Sat, 20/07/2024 - 10:00

Many people are not aware that they are able to continue and complete their educational journey later in life, which is why it is important for them to take note of the opportunity presented in the form of the Amended Senior Certificate (ASC).

UCT Online High School Reformats Its Adult Matric Preparation Programme From R450 Per Month

Mon, 08/07/2024 - 15:19

Subscription-based services are all the rage, from Disney+ to Netflix, to Showmax and Stokvels. So why not education? Subscribe to get your Matric qualification (Amended Senior Certificate) with UCT Online High School’s Adult Matric Preparation Programme. It’s never too late to realise your dreams as an adult and succeed in work and in life.

How To View Matric Certificate Online

Fri, 14/06/2024 - 14:36

In today's digital age, accessing important documents online has become increasingly convenient. If you’ve completed your matric year in South Africa, you can view your matric certificate online with ease.

Where To Collect Your Part-time Matric Results

Sun, 28/04/2024 - 12:00

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It's more common than you would think to come across someone who doesn't have their matric qualification. These individuals could then decide to obtain their matric part-time.

Stats SA Estimates Almost 20 Million Adults in SA Are Without A Matric Qualification

Sun, 31/03/2024 - 12:00

Approximately 31% of South Africans are not qualified for further and higher education - this excludes them from a wide range of skilled and professional areas of employment. In a country with a 32.1% national unemployment rate - this education crisis is clear.

Matric Prelims: Countdown Clock Starts For Pivotal Grade 12 Exams

Tue, 26/03/2024 - 10:49

Dingaan Moropane, Acting Deputy Dean: Teaching and Learning at The Independent Institute of Education’s Rosebank College, outlines the minimum requirements for various Higher Certificate, Diploma, and Bachelor's Degree programmes, and explains why the prelim exams are more than a test run for finals.

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Post-Matric Options

After completing your matric certificate exams, you are faced with a lot of post-matric options that can shape your future paths.

These options range from pursuing higher education at universities or colleges, finding student accommodation, entering vocational training programs (like Learnerships and internships), joining the workforce, or even starting your own business. There are so many choices but we are here to help.

Where to Study

Matric Exam Study Tips

Not Going to University?

Where to Study

Oxbridge Academy

Oxbridge Academy gives you the opportunity to further your education and realise your full potential whilst earning a living. They have options for school-leavers who didn’t have an opportunity to study further and adult learners who never finished school.

Oxbridge Academy makes use of Distance Learning where you don't have to travel to a campus to attend any classes.

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