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grade point average

The Grade Point Average (GPA) represents a student’s current standing in the programme of study. It is the ratio of the total grade points earned to total credits attempted to date. The final GPA score at the point of graduation determines the student's overall programme performance.

GPA =

Σ(module credit units earned x module grade scale)
Σ(module credit units attempted)

The GPA includes all graded modules that are accountable towards certification and excludes the following :

		Modules assessed on a Pass/Fail grading system.
		Life Skills modules.
		Exempted modules.

Click here for an illustration on the calculation of GPA.

Grading System for Core, Specialisation and Elective Modules

Grade	Grade Scale	Description
A	4	Excellent
B	3	Very Good
C	2	Good
D	1	Pass
E	1	Subsidiary Pass
F	0	Fail

P	Not applicable	Pass
F	Not applicable	Fail
Note: P or F grades are only applicable to cross-level elective, diploma-level elective, overseas institution elective and some Joint ITE-Industry elective modules.

Grading System for Life Skills Modules Prior to Jan 08 intake and
Sports & Wellness Modules

Grade	Description
S	Satisfactory
U	Unsatisfactory

Grading System for Life Skills Modules with effect from Jan 08 intake

Grade	Description
Excellent	Student has demonstrated outstanding leadership capabilities; is mature and well regarded by peers, lecturers and management for his/her excellent performance.
Very Good	Student has consistently performed well; a keen learner and good team player, showing potential for leadership.
Good	Student is a good team player; willing to learn and contribute towards larger goals.
Fair	Student has generally demonstrated satisfactory performance, needing occasional guidance.
Unsatisfactory	Student has shown little evidence of effort to learn and contribute as a team player.

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Last updated on 27 Feb 2008