The 2023 matric results are scheduled to be released on 19 January 2024. This is a highly anticipated event for students, parents, and educators alike, as it marks the culmination of 12 years of schooling. The matric results are also an important indicator of the state of education in South Africa. The results are used to measure the performance of schools, provinces, and the country as a whole.
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When Will Matric Results 2023 Be Released?
The 2023 National Senior Certificate examinations will conclude on 6 December 2023 and the Minister of Basic Education, Mrs Angie Motshekga, will announce the outcome of the examinations on 18 January 2024. Matric Results 2023 will be released to candidates on 19 January 2024.
Candidates will be able to access their results online at the Department of Basic Education’s website or through the mobile app. They will also be able to collect their results from their school or examination centre.
IEB results
Independent Examinations Board (IEB) pupils will see their results go public on 19 January 2024. The IEB sets and marks the final exams for most of the country’s private and independent schools.
IEB results can be obtained in the following ways:
- You can obtain your official certificate of results from your school as of 19 January 2024.
- Results can also be accessed via SMS.
- Pupils will be able to find their results online using the IEB website when they are released
How to Check Your 2023 Matric Results
To obtain a National Senior Certificate (NSC), a learner must achieve 40% in three subjects, one of which is an official language at Home Language level and 30% in three subjects.
Matriculants can get their official statement of results from the school, exam centre where they wrote their exams or online through the Department of Education website.
Here’s how to check for matric results 2023:
- Step 1: Visit the website of the Department of Education matric results page
- Step 2: Enter your examination number
- Step 3: More personal details may be required
- Step 4: Click “Search”
- Step 5: Your 2021 matric results will now come up
- Step 6: Click the download button and print
Matric Results 2023 FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the 2023 matric results in South Africa:
When will the 2023 matric results be released?
The 2023 matric results will be released on 19 January 2024.
How can I access my matric results?
You can access your matric results online at the Department of Basic Education’s website or through the mobile app. You can also collect your results from your school or examination centre.
What if I am not satisfied with my matric results?
If you are not satisfied with your matric results, you can apply for a remark or a re-write. You can also apply for admission to a FET college or a private college to improve your marks.
What are the factors that influence the matric results?
The matric results are influenced by a number of factors, including:
- The quality of teaching and learning at schools
- The availability of resources and support for learners
- The socioeconomic status of learners
- The home environment of learners
- The learners’ own motivation and hard work
What are the challenges that need to be addressed to improve the matric results?
There are a number of challenges that need to be addressed to improve the matric results, including:
- Improving the quality of teaching and learning at schools
- Providing more resources and support for learners, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds
- Creating a more conducive home environment for learning
- Motivating and inspiring learners to achieve their full potential
The government, educators, and parents all have a role to play in improving the matric results. By working together, we can create a better future for all South Africans.
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