Algerian Grade Calculator
Calculate your weighted average using Algeria's 0–20 grading system. Higher is better—20 is outstanding (extremely rare), 10 is the minimum pass. ECTS credit-weighted as used by University of Algiers, USTHB, Oran, Constantine and other Algerian universities following the LMD framework.
Algeria uses a 0 to 20 numeric grading scale, where higher numbers are better. The system follows the LMD (Licence, Master, Doctorat) framework, adopted to harmonize with the European Higher Education Area (Bologna Process).
- Pass mark: 10.00 out of 20.00. This is the minimum weighted average required to validate a semester or year.
- Perfect scores are rare: A 20/20 is mathematically possible but practically unheard of in most majors. Grades above 16 are extremely rare.
- Decimal precision: Grades are usually given to two decimal places (e.g., 12.73, 14.50). Rounding up from 0.5 is common in final averages.
- Credits: Crédits (equivalent to ECTS). 30 credits are required per semester (60 per year).
- Coefficients: The weight used to calculate the numerical average. Core subjects have higher coefficients (3-4) than electives (1-2).
- Assessment Structure: Evaluation is split between Contrôle Continu (Continuous Assessment/Tutorials - 40%) and the Examen Final (Final Exam - 60%).
- Resits: Session de Rattrapage (held after the normal session). Usually the highest mark between the two sessions is retained.
The Algerian calculation uses a two-tier weighted system: first at the Unit (UE) level, then at the Semester level.
- Individual Subject Grade (Note de la Matière): Calculated using the ratio of continuous assessment (CC) to final exam (EF). Typically: CC (40%) + EF (60%).
- Unit Average (Moyenne de l'UE): Subjects within a Unit (UE) are weighted by their Coefficients.
- Semester Average (Moyenne Semestrielle): The overall semester average is calculated by the weighted average of all Units.
- Compensation: A semester is "validated" if the overall average is ≥ 10.00, even if some subjects are below 10 (provided they are not below the Eliminatory Mark, which is typically 5/20 in specific cycles like Medicine).
- Conceded Pass (Dette): If a student fails to reach a 10.00 average but validates specific units, they may progress to the next year "with debts" (carrying over failed modules).
Formula:
Note: Credits (Crédits) represent workload and are awarded upon validation, but Coefficients determine the weight in the average calculation.
| Mark / 20 | French Mention | English Equivalent | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16.0 – 20.0 | Très Bien | Very Good / Excellent | Pass |
| 14.0 – 15.9 | Bien | Good | Pass |
| 12.0 – 13.9 | Assez Bien | Fairly Good | Pass |
| 10.0 – 11.9 | Passable | Satisfactory / Pass | Pass |
| 0.0 – 9.9 | Ajourné (Échec) | Fail | Fail |
Note: The Mention (qualitative honor) is assigned based on the weighted average and appears on transcripts and diplomas.
| Algeria Mark (/20) | US Letter Grade | US Grade Point (4.0) |
|---|---|---|
| 15.0 – 20.0 | A | 4.0 |
| 13.0 – 14.9 | B+ | 3.3 |
| 12.0 – 12.9 | B | 3.0 |
| 11.0 – 11.9 | C | 2.0 |
| 10.0 – 10.9 | D | 1.0 |
| Below 10.0 | F | 0.0 |
Note: These conversions are typically used by US evaluation bodies (like WES/Scholaro). Algerian grading is notoriously harsh; a 14/20 is an "A" in terms of percentile ranking, as marks above 16 are extremely rare.
| Unit (UE) | Subject | Coef | Grade (/20) | Weighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fundamental 1 | Algorithms | 4 | 12.00 | 48.00 |
| Fundamental 1 | Data Structures | 3 | 09.00 | 27.00 |
| Fundamental 2 | Mathematics | 3 | 11.00 | 33.00 |
| Methodology | Study Skills | 2 | 14.00 | 28.00 |
| Transversal | English | 1 | 15.00 | 15.00 |
| TOTAL | 13 | 151.00 | ||
Semester Average = 151.00 ÷ 13 = 11.62 / 20
Result: Passable. (Validated via compensation, as the overall average is ≥ 10.00, despite the 9.00 in Data Structures.)
- Moyenne du Semestre: The weighted average for the 6-month period.
- Moyenne Annuelle: The average of the two semesters (S1 and S2).
- Moyenne du Cursus: The cumulative average of all semesters (6 for Licence).
- Attestation de Succès: A provisional certificate issued after passing the final year before the actual diploma is printed.
- Matière: A course/subject, grouped into Unités d'Enseignement (UE).
- Coefficient: The weight used to calculate the numerical average.
- Crédit: The volume of work; 30 credits are required per semester.
The LMD system is standardized by the Ministry (MESRS), but "strictness" varies by faculty.
University of Algiers 1
System: 0–20, ECTS-weighted
Medicine/Law. National LMD standard.
University WebsiteUSTHB (Bab Ezzouar)
System: 0–20, ECTS-weighted
Science & Technology. National LMD standard.
University WebsiteUniversity of Constantine 1
System: 0–20, ECTS-weighted
General. National LMD standard.
University WebsiteUniversity of Oran 1
System: 0–20, ECTS-weighted
Humanities/Science. National LMD standard.
University WebsiteThe following conversions are typically used by international admission offices. Always verify with your target institution.
| Algerian Average (/20) | UK Classification | US GPA Range |
|---|---|---|
| 16 – 20 | First Class (1st) | A (3.7-4.0) |
| 14 – 15.9 | Upper Second (2:1) | B+ (3.3-3.7) |
| 12 – 13.9 | Lower Second (2:2) | B (3.0-3.3) |
| 10 – 11.9 | Third Class (3rd) | C (2.0-2.9) |
| Below 10 | Fail | F (0.0-1.9) |
Note: An Algerian average of 16/20 is generally considered a First Class (1st) equivalent. A 14/20 is viewed as a 2:1. Algerian grading is notoriously harsh; a 14/20 is an "A" in terms of percentile ranking. Algeria's "Crédits" are designed to be 1:1 with European credits. A 180-credit Licence is recognized as a 3-year Bachelor's degree.
Educational estimates only • Verify with your institution