You need 80%, to pass with a distinction in a subject. You can get as many distinctions as you want in Grade 12, there is no limit. Your distinctions will show on your Matric results and in the newspaper as well.

If you have failed one subject in Matric, you still pass. In Grade 12, you are allowed to fail at least one subject and still achieve 30% or more in your other six subjects (including Life Orientation).

It is important that you prepare well for your exams because not only would it help you achieve good marks, but it will boost your confidence. Here is a list of tips that can help you:

1. Create a realistic study plan, according to your lifestyle 
2. Find a study method that works for you
3. Take the time to personalize your notes
4. Be sure that you are able to understand everything
5. Work with past papers and papers
6. Give yourself a reward every time that you do well

It is quite common to know what should be studied, but not know how or where to start. A few tips are listed below that can help you:

• Focus on what needs to be done
• Do not avoid the fact that you have to start studying
• Imagine yourself starting 
• Remember that it is not your fault for procrastinating sometimes
• Know your potential and believe in yourself
• Understand your study method more
• If you are feeling discouraged, remember that YOU GOT THIS!