How it is calculated
GPA = Σ (credits × grade points) ÷ Σ credits| Mark | Letter | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 95–100 | A+ | 5.00 |
| 90–94 | A | 4.75 |
| 85–89 | B+ | 4.50 |
| 80–84 | B | 4.00 |
| 75–79 | C+ | 3.50 |
| 70–74 | C | 3.00 |
| 65–69 | D+ | 2.50 |
| 60–64 | D | 2.00 |
| Below 60 | F | 1.00 |
Overall rating: excellent 4.50–5, very good 3.75–4.49, good 2.75–3.74, pass 2–2.74.
Worked example
Previous GPA 4.2 over 60 credits, and 53.75 points over 12 credits this term: cumulative = (4.2 × 60 + 53.75) ÷ 72 = 4.25 / 5 (very good).
Frequently asked questions
What GPA gives honours?
It varies; commonly first-class honours from 4.75 and second-class from 4.25, with other conditions.
Is 5.0 higher than 4.0?
They are different scales; 4.5/5 is roughly 3.5/4 at most universities.
Does a barred (DN) course count?
Yes, as a fail (1 point) at most universities.