Grading Systems
International grading scales, GPA, CGPA, and academic standards explained
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Latest Grading Systems Articles
Browse our collection of grading systems articles written for IT administrators, department heads, and decision makers at educational institutions. Each article is reviewed by our team of education technology specialists to ensure accuracy and practical relevance for schools, colleges, and universities managing operations with OpenEduCat.
Grading Systems Compared: India, UK, and US University Grades Explained
Compare Indian CGPA, UK degree classification, and US letter-grade GPA. Why no universal conversion exists and how employers read international grades.
What Is a Weighted Average Mark (WAM)? Australian University Grading Explained
WAM (Weighted Average Mark) is a credit-weighted percentage average used in Australia. Learn the formula, how WAM differs from GPA, and Honours thresholds.
Nigeria University Grading System: 5-Point CGPA and Degree Classes Explained
Nigeria uses a 5-point CGPA scale set by NUC. Understand grade points, degree classes from First Class to Pass, and how CGPA determines academic standing.
Canada University GPA Scales: 4.0 vs 4.3 vs Percentage Systems Explained
Canada has no single GPA scale. Compare Ontario 4.0, Alberta and McGill 4.3, Quebec percentage systems, and the OMSAS medical school conversion formula.
Academic Probation in India: Rules for CGPA Deficiency and Improvement Exams
India CBCS sets 5.0 CGPA as deficiency threshold. Covers improvement exams, backlog rules, engineering vs arts, AICTE/UGC guidelines, and notifications.
Malaysia University Grading System: GPA, CGPA, and Muet Explained
A complete guide to Malaysia's 4-point GPA and CGPA system used at public universities, Dean's List requirements, MUET bands, and how Malaysian transcripts compare internationally.
Philippines University Grading System: 1.0 to 5.0 Scale Explained
Understand the Philippines' unique 1.0–5.0 university grading scale, why 1.0 means excellent, Latin honors thresholds, CHED standards, and how Filipino grades convert for international applications.
Brazil University Grading System: 0–10 Scale and How It Works
A complete guide to Brazil's 0–10 numeric university grading scale, the "media" passing threshold, CR index, ENEM, SISU admission, and converting Brazilian grades for international graduate applications.
China University Grading System: GPA, 100-Point Scale, and Conversion
A complete guide to China's university grading system, 100-point scale, weighted GPA (绩点), Gaokao, Hong Kong HKDSE, and converting Chinese grades for US, UK, and Australian graduate programmes.
Japan University Grading System: GPA, Grades, and Academic Credit Explained
A complete guide to Japan's university grading system, MEXT-standardised GPA, tanka-i credit units, 124-unit graduation requirement, university rank culture, EJU for international students, and grade conversion for study abroad.
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