Can I be a doctor with maths literacy?
Can you become a Medical Doctor with Maths Literacy Subject Choice? The answer is NO. You cannot become a Medical Doctor without Mathematics as part of your High School subject. The medicine career field is a Science field.
Hi Harry, you can definitely become a physician without being "good" at math. Most pre-medicine programs only require you to complete about a year of math including calculus 1 and 2. Statistics is also required for some medical schools. Physics also involves math which you will have to complete a year of.
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However, Mathematical Literacy is suitable for most arts and social sciences subjects such as Hospitality Studies and Visual Arts and often benefits learners who choose these types of subjects.
The answer is NO.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Sciences Entry Requirements:
First additional or home language (50-59%) Life Sciences (50-59%) Maths Literacy (50-59%)
Calculus and statistics are used in the medical profession in fields ranging from measuring kidney function to analyzing medical images to diagnosing diabetes. Clearly, mathematics is vital to the medical profession.
You don't have to be smart to become a doctor. You can still get into (some) med schools with average grades. If you have a desire to learn and a commitment to the task then you can make big strides. Don't let your own perceived lack of intelligence stand in your way!
Do Doctors Use Math? Unless you're going heavily into research or med-tech, like some of these math-loving doctors, then math won't be a huge area of medical practice. Most doctors only really need a good grasp of arithmetic (not math). Being able to add, subtract, divide and multiply on the fly.
Many tertiary courses require you to have maths rather than maths literacy. If you are interested in health, finance, science or engineering then you most likely will need maths. To find out if you are going to need maths, look up your dream career on GoStudy.
What can I study if I failed maths?
- Bookkeeping and Accounting Studies.
- Forensics and Investigations.
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Maths literacy will not get you accepted into a CA(SA) degree/programme, you will have to do a bridging course. If you are still in the process of doing your CTA, BDO does accept you into traineeship while you persevere with your studies. BDO also offer bursaries if you need financial assistance.

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You can upgrade your Matric results at the following distance learning institutions:
- Matric College.
- Bellview Institute of Distance Learning.
- Skills Academy.
Mathematical literacy is an easier subject. Consequently, on average, the results of the learners who take mathematical literacy will be higher than if they had chosen mathematics. This makes the school and the teacher look better.
In short, yes it's possible to study law with maths literacy. The average university requires a minimum result of 60% for LLB admission.
Maths and Physical Sciences are compulsory for all Engineering degrees and for most National Diplomas. Complementary subjects such as Maths Literacy, Geography, Information Technology, Computer Application Technology (CAT), Mechanical, Civil and Electrical Engineering are recommended for this area.
Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted.
In addition to the general admission requirements of SU, admission to the programme leading to BAgric (Elsenburg) requires at minimum: Afrikaans or English (Home Language or First Additional Language) 4 (50%); Mathematics 4 (50%) or Mathematical Literacy 5 (60%);