Grade 12 Technical Sciences (sometimes labeled “Technical Science”) past exam papers and memos for South Africa’s NSC (National Senior Certificate) through several excellent resources. Here’s a breakdown:

Recommended Sources for Past Papers & Memos

1. SA Exam Papers

Offers a comprehensive selection of Technical Sciences past exam papers and memos—from 2018 up to 2025—including NSC final exams and common tests across various provinces and semesters. You’ll find both Paper 1 and Paper 2 in English and Afrikaans, neatly grouped by year and term.

2. Testpapers.co.za

Features NSC and provincial (Eastern Cape, Gauteng, etc.) exam papers and memos from 2012 to 2025, including June, mock, and November exams in both English and Afrikaans.

3. Department of Basic Education (DBE) – Official National Repository

Provides direct downloads of NSC past exam papers and memos across all subjects, including Technical Sciences. Available exams span both the May/June and November NSC cycles.

4. Western Cape Education Department (WCED) ePortal

Hosts downloadable NSC past papers and memos for multiple years (2016–2024). While not exclusive to Technical Sciences, the general collection includes relevant subjects.

5. WCED ePortal – Supplementary May/June 2024 Paper

Offers a downloadable PDF of the Technical Sciences P1 from the May/June 2024 supplementary NSC exam, which is CAPS-aligned.

Quick Overview Table

Platform Range of Materials Highlights
SA Exam Papers 2018–2025 (NSC + provincial papers, Papers 1 & 2) Organized by year, term, language, and province
Testpapers 2012–2025 (June, mock, Nov) Includes NSC and provincial exams in both languages
DBE Official Many years (May/June & Nov papers across subjects) Direct official access to both papers and memos
WCED ePortal 2016–2024 general NSC papers and memos Regional access via Western Cape platform
WCED Supplementary Technical Sciences P1 – May/June 2024 Supplementary Single CAPS-aligned paper with PDF download

How to Download

  1. Visit SA Exam Papers: Look for “Technical Sciences” under Grade 12 and select your desired year/semester to download papers and memos. 
  2. Use Testpapers.co.za: Search “Technical Sciences” under Grade 12 subjects and filter by year to access latest NSC, mock, or provincial papers. 
  3. Navigate DBE’s Official Site: Go to “NSC Past Examination Papers” and select the year and exam cycle for Technical Sciences. Download both question papers and memos. 
  4. Explore WCED ePortal: Browse NSC past papers from 2016–2024—though not subject-specific, Technical Sciences should be included. 
  5. Access the 2024 Supplementary Paper: Directly download the Technical Sciences P1 from WCED’s ePortal for the May/June 2024 supplementary NSC exam. 

Study Tips

  • Start with recent NSC papers to get a feel for current exam structure and marking expectations.
  • Practice using both paper and memo—self-correct as you go and compare your solutions with official memos.
  • Focus on both national and provincial papers to experience a range of question types.
  • Use supplementary and mock exams to simulate time-constrained conditions and test depth of preparation.

Need help finding a specific year, marking guideline, or organizing a study plan using these papers? Let me know—I’d be glad to help you get set up!

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