The Four Compulsory Subjects in Grade 10-12

The Four Compulsory Subjects in Grade 10-12

Towards the end of Grade 9 school year, South African students need to know what subjects they are going to do from Grade 10 until Grade 12. Amongst these, there are four compulsory subjects which are:

• 2 official Languages: One Home Language and one First Additional Language (e.g., English and Tshivenda)
• Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy: Choose these options based on your maths skill level
• Life Orientation3 optional subjects (from a list of 25 approved subjects, with a max of 2 additional languages):
  • Example: Physical Science, History, and Business Studies

Learners are allowed to change two of the optional subjects in Grades 10 and 11. In Grade 12, learners are able to change one of the optional subjects.

So the Four Compulsory subjects in Grade 12 – 12 are:

1. Home Language
2. First Additional Language
3. Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
4. Life Orientation