NBT's

Question 1

Definition of NBT

Answer 1

-Tests that are intended to measure a student’s level of skill to see if they will cope with their studies

Question 2

Purpose

Answer 2

They are designed to measure a writer’s ability to transfer understanding of Academic Literacy, Qualitative literacy and Math to the demands of the tertiary coursework

Question 3

NBT components

Answer 3

Academic literacy

Quantitative literacy

Mathematics

Question 4

Academic literacy

Answer 4

-Being able to discuss and analyse formal, academic and subject-specific jargon

-It allows academically literate individuals to productively contribute to ongoing conversations within the specific academic fields

Question 5

Quantitative literacy

Answer 5

Targets a writer’s ability to manage situations or solve problems in a real context that is relevant to higher education study

Question 6

Mathematics

Answer 6

Basic mathematical applications relative to the subject of interests

Question 7

How to prepare for NBTs

Answer 7

-ID document or passport
-Determine the NBT’s requirements from the institution where you plan to study

-Seek online tips on NBT
-Allow 4 weeks to receive results

-Know the location where it will be written

Question 8

-Mention TWO reasons why NBT’s it’s important in the university application process.

Answer 8

-They decide if a learner’s university application is successful or not

-They will see whether or not they are academically ready for the university standard.

Question 9

Suggest TWO practical actions learners could take to improve their chances of receiving a bursary for tertiary education.

Answer 9

-Join societies that help the needy or get involved in community service so that the company can see you are caring and deserving of the bursary.

-You can do skills-based training, job-shadowing/work experience so that
they can see that you are serious about your career