UFS Higher Certificate Courses that don't require Maths or Maths Lit

If you are someone who struggles with mathematics then consider applying at University of Free State (UFS) for higher certificate courses that do not require maths or maths lit. These higher certificate courses are a great bridge for student who do not qualify for the mainstream study programmes.

UFS Higher Certificate Courses that do not require Maths or Maths Lit

Higher Certificate courses are study programmes designed to equip students with foundation knowledge in a specific field to prepare them for the main stream course related to the higher certificate. These higher certificate are typically one year and can serve as a stepping stone to further studies.

List of UFS Higher Certificate Courses that do not require maths or maths lit

• Higher Certificate in Humanities (Communication Studies and Psychology)
• Higher Certificate in Humanities (Communication Studies and Sociology)
• Higher Certificate in Humanities (Psychology and Sociology)
• Higher Certificate in Humanities (Communication Studies and Anthropology)

Requirements of  higher certificate courses that do not require maths or maths lit at University of Free State:

To apply for UFS courses that do not require maths, you will need to meet the general admission requirements. These requirements include having a matric certificate, a certain English level and a certain Application Point Score.

Higher Certificate in Humanities (Communication Studies and Psychology)

APS: 18

English: Level 4 

Other Four subjects: Level 3 (excluding Life Orientation)

Higher Certificate in Humanities (Communication Studies and Sociology)

APS: 18

English: Level 4 

Other Four subjects: Level 3 (excluding Life Orientation)

Higher Certificate in Humanities (Psychology and Sociology)

APS: 18

English: Level 4 

Other Four subjects: Level 3 (excluding Life Orientation)

Higher Certificate in Humanities (Communication Studies and Anthropology)

APS: 18

English: Level 4 

Other Four subjects: Level 3 (excluding Life Orientation)

Why choose a UFS course that does not require maths?

• You may not be interested in maths. If you have never been interested in maths, or if you struggled with it in high school, there is no need to force yourself to study it at university. There are many successful careers that do not require any mathematical knowledge.
• You may have other strengths. Just because you are not good at maths does not mean that you are not intelligent or capable. You may have other strengths, such as communication skills, creativity, or problem-solving skills. These skills can be just as valuable in the workplace as mathematical skills.
• You may want to avoid the stress of maths. Studying maths can be stressful for many students. If you are already feeling overwhelmed by the thought of university, you may want to choose a course that does not require maths. This will allow you to focus on your other subjects and reduce your stress levels.

How to apply at UFS for higher certificate courses that does not require maths

Follow the easy steps below to apply online at UFS:

• Visit the UFS Application Site HERE
• Scroll and click on the "apply now" button
• Click on the "new application" button
• Fill in your details
• Upload the required documents
• Submit your application

NB: For higher certificate courses choose the South Campus when applying!!

Make sure that you have a valid email address as you require it to access and complete the online application form. One exciting thing about the University of Free State is that you do not need to pay an application fee for your application to be considered for admission. Hurry! The closing date for the UFS higher certificate courses that do not require maths close on the 31st of August 2024.

Head over to the UFS website for detailed information on each Higher Certificate programme, including specializations, admission details, and course content. You can also contact the University Access Programme (UAP) at +27 51 401 9111 (Option 2) or [email protected] to discuss your options and get personalized advice.