NBTs Made Easy.

Get the strategies, skills, and confidence you need to ace the National Benchmark Tests. Our focused workshops break down the tough stuff so you walk in ready.

What are the National Benchmark Tests?

The National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) are university entrance exams used by many South African universities alongside your Matric results. They assess your academic readiness for tertiary education and are made up of two tests:

AQL (Academic Literacy & Quantitative Literacy) – compulsory for all applicants.
MAT (Mathematics) – required for applicants to certain courses (like Engineering, Commerce, Health Sciences, etc.).

Many universities, including UCT, Wits, UP, and Stellenbosch, use these results when making admission decisions. While the content may seem familiar, the format and pressure are very different—so preparation is key.

What We Offer.

Expert-Led, Focused Sessions

Each course runs over a weekend with 4 hours of structured instruction per day. Our experienced tutors break down AQL and MAT concepts into simple, manageable parts—perfect for building confidence and tackling tricky questions with ease.

Workbooks, Practice & Strategy

Students receive printed materials filled with study notes, test strategies, and past paper-style practice questions (with memos). These workbooks are theirs to keep, helping them revise even after the course is done.

Flexible Options to Suit You

Choose to attend just the AQL day or join us for the full weekend (AQL + MAT)—depending on your degree requirements. You can also pick from three different weekends for ultimate flexibility.