The countdown to the 2023 Matric exam is on, with the release of the official timetable. If you’re in search of an updated timetable, you’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find the most recent Matric exam timetables available for viewing.
We have also included links where you can download the past papers and memos for each subject. See the timetable below:
Week 1 | ||
Date | 09:00 | 14:00 |
Monday | Hindi HL P1 (2hrs) Gujarati HL P1 (2hrs) Tamil HL P1 (2hrs) Telegu HL P1 (2hrs) Urdu HL P1 (2hrs) | |
Gujarati FAL P1 (2hrs) Tamil FAL P1 (2hrs) Telegu FAL P1 (2hrs) | ||
Telegu SAL P1 (2hrs) | ||
Tuesday | Serbian SAL P1 (2hrs) | |
Wednesday | Hindi HL P2 (2½hrs) Gujarati HL P2 (2½hrs) FAL P2 (2hrs) Tamil HL P2 (2½hrs) FAL P2 (2hrs) Telegu HL P2 (2½hrs) FAL P2 (2hrs) SAL P2 (2hrs) Urdu HL P2 (2½hrs) SAL P2 (2hrs) | |
| Thursday 02/11 | ||
Friday 03/11 | Serbian SAL P2 (2hrs) Portuguese HL P2 (2½hrs) Equine Studies (3hrs) | |
Week 2 | ||
Date | 09:00 | 14:00 |
| Monday 06/11 | Mathematics P2 (3hrs) Memo | Hindi HL P3 (2½hrs) Gujarati HL P3 (2½hrs) FAL P3 (2½hrs) Tamil HL P3 (2½hrs) FAL P3 (2½hrs) Telegu FAL P3 (2½hrs) Urdu HL P3 (2½hrs) Portuguese, German HL P3 (2½hrs) |
| Mathematical Literacy P2 (3hrs) Memo | ||
| Technical Mathematics P2 (3hrs) Memo | ||
| Tuesday 07/11 | SAL P1 (2hrs) South African Sign Language HL P1 (2hrs) | Economics P2 (2hrs) Memo |
Wednesday | ||
Thursday | SAL P1 (2hrs) SAL P1 (2hrs) | |
Friday | ||
Week 3 | ||
Date | 09:00 | 14:00 |
Monday | Physical Sciences (Chemistry) P2 (3hrs) Memo | Business Studies P2 (2hrs) Memo |
| Technical Sciences P2 (1½hrs) Memo | ||
| Tuesday 14/11 | Geography (Climate and Weather, Geomorphology and Map work) P1 (3hrs) Memo | Dramatic Arts (3hrs) Memo |
| Wednesday 15/11 | Engineering Graphics and Design P2 (3hrs) Memo | |
| Thursday 16/11 | Accounting P1 (2hrs) Memo | Maritime Economics (3hrs) |
Friday 17/11 | Life Sciences P1 (2½hrs) Memo | Visual Arts (3hrs) memo |
Week 4 | ||
Date | 09:00 | 14:00 |
Monday 20/11 | Life Sciences P2 (2½hrs) Memo | Electrical Technology (3hrs) Memo |
| Tuesday 21/11 | SAL P2 (1½hrs) SAL P2 (1½hrs) | Geography (Rural and Urban Settlement, Economic Geography of SA and Map work) P2 (3hrs) Memo |
| Wednesday 22/11 | SAL P2 (1½hrs) South African Sign Language HL P2 (2½hrs) | Religion Studies P1 (2hrs) Marine Science P1 (2½hrs) |
| Thursday 23/11 | Nautical Science P1 (3hrs) | |
Friday 24/11 | Accounting P2 (2hrs) Memo | Agricultural Sciences P1 (2½hrs) Memo |
Week 5 | ||
Date | 09:00 | 14:00 |
Monday | SAL P3 (2½hrs) SAL P3 (2½hrs) SAL P3 (2½hrs) | Agricultural Sciences P2 (2½hrs) Nautical Science P2 (3hrs) |
Tuesday | SAL P3 (2½hrs) SAL P3 (2½hrs) SAL P3 (2½hrs) SAL P3 (2½hrs) SAL P3 (2½hrs) South African Sign Language HL P3 (3hrs) | Mechanical Technology (3hrs) Sport and Exercise Science (3hrs) |
Wednesday | English SAL P3 (2½hrs) | Religion Studies P2 (2hrs) Marine Science P2 (2½hrs) |
Thursday | ||
Friday | Afrikaans SAL P3 (2½hrs) | |
Week 6 | ||
Date | 09:00 | 14:00 |
| Monday 04/12 | ||
Tuesday | Dance Studies (3hrs) | Agricultural Technology (3hrs) |
| Wednesday 06/12 | CAT rewrite (3hrs) Practical IT rewrite (3hrs) Practical | |
Date | 09:00 |
Monday | Life Orientation (LO CAT) (2.5hrs) |
Tuesday | Computer Applications Texh P1 (3hrs) Practical |
Wednesday | Information Technology P1 (3hrs) Practical |
| 14/08 to 13/10 | Performing Arts Practical |
| 10/10 to 23/10 | Visual Arts Design Practical |
Creating an Effective Study Guide
Designing a study guide is a prime strategy to gear up for exams and enhance your scores. Here’s how to craft a guide that ensures a deep grasp of your topic.
Structure Your Material
- Split your page into two parts, allocating more room to the right.
- On the right, jot down key ideas from the core content, followed by brief summaries and illustrative examples.
- On the left, pen down prompt questions that align with the content on the right. Conceal the right section and test yourself with the questions you’ve formulated.
This approach aids in pinpointing areas you excel in and those that need more attention.
Practice Essay Questions
Preparing responses to essay prompts in advance is an effective method for exam readiness.
This approach ensures you’re equipped to tackle similar questions during the actual test. While committing study material to memory is beneficial, rehearsing essay responses strengthens your capacity to produce well-crafted answers.
Create a Vocabulary Segment
Allocate a section of your study guide for definitions and crucial terms from your course content.
Familiarity with the specific wording and terminology of your subject will boost your confidence in employing essential terms.
Use Past Tests and Examinations
Educators often supply previous exam papers for practice. Occasionally, you might also discover past exams on the internet.
Revisit these questions and review your assignments and notes. By crafting your own mock tests, you engage with various problem types, thereby equipping yourself with potential questions on the actual exam.
Is There A Difference Between The NSC And IEB Exam?
Indeed, there are distinctions between the NSC and IEB Exams. Some of the key differences include:
- NSC Exam: Offered by public schools, this exam prepares students for both work and study opportunities within South Africa. The curriculum is designed to encourage learners to absorb and reproduce information during exams.
- IEB Exam: Available at private educational institutions, the IEB exam prepares students for international opportunities. It emphasizes critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, and offers a deeper dive into tertiary education-level topics.
Regardless of their differences, both the NSC and IEB exams are accredited by Umalusi, which certifies and issues Matric Certificates for both sets of learners.
What Are The NSC Exams?
The NSC Exams, or National Senior Certificate Exams, are managed by the Department of Basic Education. The Matric Certificate they offer is accredited by Umalusi. This exam marks the final assessment for High School students. After successfully completing and passing their National Senior Certificate exam, students can pursue higher education at universities and colleges.
What If I Miss My Matric Exam?
If you ever find yourself missing one or more of your exams, follow these steps:
- Provide a valid reason: If an illness caused your absence, a doctor’s note is required. In the event of a family member’s death, a death certificate is necessary. For any other reasons, relevant documentation will be needed.
- Apply for the Matric Supplementary Exam: If you missed your main exam, you have the option to apply for the Matric Supplementary exam the subsequent year.
Can I Redo My Matric If I Fail?
Absolutely. If you don’t pass, you can retake the subjects you struggled with. Enrolling in a Matric Rewrite Course gives you another opportunity at the Matric exam. We’re here to support you every step of the way.