How is my Honours classification worked out?

You need to gain 360 credits for an honours award. At least 220 of these credits must be from levels 5 and 6.

Classification category is determined by working out a weighted average of your final two years of study. Level 5 is weighted at 20% and level 6 is weighted at 80%. If your weighted average is equal to or greater than the threshold mark, you will be awarded that classification. Where the average grade falls into the borderline range, the level 6 marks will be reviewed; at least 60 credits at level 6 must be at or above the threshold mark.

Threshold mark	Borderline Range	Grade Profile	Classification
70%	68-69.9%	60 credits graded 70% or above	First Class
60%	58-59.9%	60 credits graded 60% or above	Second Class (Division l)
50%	48-49.9%	60 credits graded 50% or above	Second Class (Division ll)
Achievement of the credit requirements for honours			Third Class
Non-honours award minimum of 60 credits level 6			Pass

For further information on classification please visit:

Part F UG Assessment Regulations

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How is my Honours classification worked out?