UK Degree Classification Calculator
Input your module marks and credit weights to instantly calculate your predicted degree class (First, 2:1, 2:2, or Third).
What is the UK Degree Calculator?
The UK Degree Classification Calculator is a free, instant-access tool specifically designed for university students in the UK (England, Wales, and Northern Ireland). Whether you are pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Science (BSc), or other undergraduate degrees, this tool takes the guesswork out of your academic performance.
Unlike simple average calculators, this tool allows you to input the exact Credit Weightings associated with each of your modules. It automatically performs a rigorous weighted average calculation so you know exactly if you are tracking towards a First Class Honours, an Upper Second (2:1), a Lower Second (2:2), or a Third Class Honours.
Completely free, works on any device (mobile or desktop), requires no signups, and respects your privacy—all calculations are done instantly inside your web browser without sending your grades anywhere.
Your Predicted Classification
First-Class Honours
How to Use This Degree Calculator
Navigating the UK university grading system can be confusing because not all modules are worth the same amount. This calculator does the heavy lifting for you by finding the true weighted average.
- Module Name (Optional): Help yourself keep track of your subjects.
- Mark (%): Enter the final percentage grade you received (or predict you will receive) for the module.
- Credits: Enter the credit weighting of the module (usually 10, 15, 20, 30, or 40 credits).
- Add as many rows as you need for your semester or year, then click Calculate.
The UK Honours Classification System
| Percentage | Classification | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 70% - 100% | First-Class Honours | 1st |
| 60% - 69.9% | Upper Second-Class | 2:1 |
| 50% - 59.9% | Lower Second-Class | 2:2 |
| 40% - 49.9% | Third-Class Honours | 3rd |
| 0% - 39.9% | Fail | Fail |
Note: Some universities vary slightly in border-line cases (e.g. 69.5% rounded up to a First). Always check your specific university boundaries. First year modules typically do not count towards the final classification.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK degrees are typically calculated using a weighted average. You multiply your mark for a module by the credit value of that module. Finally, you sum up all of these module totals and divide by the total number of credits you took.
Yes, in the vast majority of UK universities, a weighted average of 70% or above across your degree programme awards you a First-Class Honours (1st).
An Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1) is highly respected and is often the minimum requirement for many graduate schemes and postgraduate master's degrees. A First is considered outstanding.
In most UK undergraduate programmes (3-year Bachelor's), the first year does not count towards the final degree classification - you simply need to pass (usually 40%). The final classification is usually based on Year 2 and Year 3 (often heavily weighted towards Year 3).