Mathematics is a challenging subject for many students, and it can be a barrier to pursuing higher education. However, there are many North West University (NWU) courses that do not require any maths or maths lit. This means that even if you struggled with maths in high school, you can still pursue a university degree or diploma.
The answer to this question depends on what course you want to study. Some courses at NWU require maths as a compulsory subject, while others do not. For example, if you want to study engineering, science, or information and communication technology, you will need maths as one of your subjects. However, if you want to study arts and design, humanities, or management sciences, you might not need maths at all.
LIST OF NWU COURSES THAT DO NOT REQUIRE MATHS OR MATHS LIT:
REQUIREMENTS OF NWU COURSES THAT DO NOT REQUIRE MATHS OR MATHS LIT:
FACULTY OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
NWU courses that do not require maths or maths lit | Requirements | Duration | Campus |
Bachelor of Administration in Human Resources |
| 3 years | Mahikeng |
Bachelor of Administration in Human Resources (Extended) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng |
Bachelor of Administration in Industrial and Organisational Psychology |
| 3 years | Mahikeng |
Bachelor of Administration in Industrial and Organisational Psychology (Extended) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng |
Bachelor of Arts (with Tourism Management |
| 3 years | Mahikeng |
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
NWU courses that do not require maths or maths lit | Requirements | Duration | Campus |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Foundation Phase |
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance learning
|
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Intermediate Phase (with Life Skills and Social Sciences) |
| 4 years | Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark *Distance learning |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Economics, History, Business studies) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Distance Learning |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with English) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Distance Learning |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Accounting) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Distance Learning |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Afrikaans) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Distance Learning |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Life Sciences) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Life Orientation) |
| 4 years | Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Distance Learning |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Sesotho) |
| 4 years | Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark Distance Learning |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Art) |
| 4 years | Potchefstroom Distance Learning |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Geography) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark |
Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Senior and Further Education and Training (with Setswana) |
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Distance Learning |
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
NWU courses that do not require maths or maths lit | Requirements | Duration | Campus |
Diploma in Coaching Science |
| 2 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom
|
Bachelor of Health Sciences (with Sport Coaching and Human Movement Sciences)
|
| 3 years | Potchefstroom Mahikeng |
Bachelor of Health Sciences (with Recreation Science and Psychology)
|
| 3 years | Potchefstroom |
Bachelor of Health Sciences (with Recreation Science and Tourism Management)
|
| 3 years | Potchefstroom |
Bachelor of Health Sciences (with Sport and Recreation Administration) |
| 3 years | Potchefstroom |
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Psychology)
|
| 3 years | Mahikeng
|
Bachelor of Social Work
|
| 4 years | Mahikeng Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark |
FACULTY OF LAW
NWU courses that do not require maths or maths lit | Requirements | Duration | Campus |
Bachelor of Arts in Law (BA in Law)
|
| 3 years | Potchefstroom Vanderbijlpark |
Bachelors of Laws (LLB)
|
| 4 years | Mahikeng |
Extended Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
|
| 5 years | Mahikeng |
Keep in mind that even if a course does not require maths, it might require other subjects such as English, Tourism, Geography, Business Studies and Economics. Therefore, it is important to check the course details and requirements before applying. It is important to keep in mind that meeting the minimum admission points does not guarantee admission. The admission process is competitive and depends on the availability of space and the number of applicants. Therefore, it is advisable to apply as early as possible and to have a backup plan in case you do not get accepted.
For specific and up to date requirements for each course, check the NWU Prospectus. The NWU prospectus shows the list all the courses and their admission criteria. You can also visit the NWU website for more information about the institution and more.
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