UK University Grade Calculator

Calculate your weighted module average and see your UK honours classification.

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Weighted Average

The UK University Grade Calculator computes your weighted module average using credit-weighted marks โ€” the standard method UK universities use to calculate degree classifications. Enter each module's percentage mark and its credit value (commonly 10, 15, or 20 credits per module), and the calculator returns your overall average plus the resulting honours classification.

UK honours degree classifications are: First Class (70%+), Upper Second (2:1, 60โ€“69%), Lower Second (2:2, 50โ€“59%), Third Class (40โ€“49%), and below 40% is typically a fail. Many universities also apply specific "classification algorithms" (e.g. weighting final-year modules more heavily) โ€” this tool gives a straightforward credit-weighted average as a strong estimate.

Use this alongside the Study Time Calculator to plan revision per module, or the Marks Needed Calculator to see what you need on a final assessment to lift your average into the next classification band.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is the weighted average calculated?

Each module's mark is multiplied by its credit value, the results are summed, and divided by total credits: Weighted Average = ฮฃ(Mark ร— Credits) รท ฮฃ Credits.

What are the UK honours classification bands?

First Class: 70% and above. Upper Second (2:1): 60โ€“69%. Lower Second (2:2): 50โ€“59%. Third Class: 40โ€“49%. Below 40% is generally a fail, though pass marks vary by institution.

Does every university use this exact formula?

Most use credit-weighted averages, but many also apply special rules โ€” such as discounting your lowest-scoring module, or weighting final-year modules 2x or 3x relative to earlier years. Check your university's official classification algorithm for precise results.

Can I use this for a single year or the whole degree?

Both โ€” enter all modules from one year for an annual average, or every module across your whole degree (with appropriate year-weightings if your university uses them) for a final estimate.

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