Choose by goal
Which calculator should you use?
I want to calculate my UK degree classification
Use this for First, 2:1, 2:2, Third or Pass estimates.
I want to know what mark I need for a First
Check if your remaining modules can still reach 70% or above.
I want to know if I can still get a 2:1
Estimate the marks required to reach the 60% band.
I want to calculate a weighted average
Best for module marks, credits and percentage weights.
I need an Australia WAM calculator
Calculate weighted average mark using subject marks and credit points.
I want to estimate GPA
Use common 4.0 or 4.33 GPA scale planning tools.
Comparison
University grading systems compared
Different countries and universities use different grading systems. DegreeCalc separates each calculator by system so students do not accidentally apply a UK classification formula to an Australian WAM or Canadian GPA.
| System | Common result type | Best calculator | Important note |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | First, 2:1, 2:2, Third, Pass | UK Degree Classification Calculator | Often depends on year weighting, credits, dissertation weight and borderline rules. |
| Australia | WAM, GPA, HD, D, Credit, Pass | Australia WAM Calculator | WAM and GPA rules vary between universities. |
| Canada | 4.0 GPA, 4.33 GPA, percentage and letter grades | Canada GPA Calculator | Canadian GPA scales vary by institution and province. |
| Singapore | GPA, CAP, CGPA | Singapore GPA Calculator | Polytechnic and university grade point systems are not always the same. |
Formula
How most university grade calculations work
Most calculator results are based on a weighted average formula:
Weighted average = sum(mark × credits or weight) ÷ sum(credits or weight)
Example: if a 20-credit module scores 65 and a 40-credit dissertation scores 72, the dissertation has twice the impact of the 20-credit module. This is why credit values matter when planning your final result.
Trust and limits
How DegreeCalc estimates your result
DegreeCalc uses common university grading formulas such as credit-weighted averages, year weighting and published grade boundaries. The tools are designed to help students plan scenarios and understand how modules, credits and target marks affect their result.
These calculators are unofficial estimates. Universities may apply their own rules for rounding, condonement, failed modules, compensation, resits, borderline cases and classification algorithms. Always check your official programme handbook or academic regulations before making academic decisions.
University Grade Calculator FAQ
How do I calculate my university grade?
Most university grades are calculated using a weighted average. Each module mark is multiplied by its credit value or weighting, then divided by the total credits or total weight.
What is a weighted average mark?
A weighted average mark gives more influence to modules with higher credits or higher percentage weights. For example, a 40-credit dissertation affects your final result more than a 20-credit module.
Can this calculator tell me my official degree result?
No. DegreeCalc provides an estimate only. Your official result depends on your university's academic regulations, including rounding, borderline rules, failed modules, resits and classification rules.
What mark do I need for a First-Class degree?
In many UK universities, a First-Class degree usually starts at 70%. However, the exact mark you need depends on your completed credits, remaining credits, year weighting and university rules.
What mark do I need for a 2:1 degree?
A 2:1 degree usually starts at 60% in the UK. Use the 2:1 calculator to estimate whether your current average and remaining modules can still reach that target.
Does my dissertation affect my final degree classification?
Yes. A dissertation often carries more credits than a normal module, so it can have a large effect on your final average and classification.
Is GPA the same as weighted average?
No. GPA usually converts marks or letter grades into a grade point scale, while weighted average uses marks and credits directly.
Why do different universities give different results?
Universities use different grading scales, year weightings, credit systems, rounding rules and borderline policies. That is why this website gives estimates rather than official decisions.