Czech Republic Grade Calculator
Calculate your Vážený studijní průměr (Weighted Study Average) using the Czech Republic's 1–4 grading system. Lower is better—1 = excellent, 3 = pass. Dual scale with ECTS (A–F). ECTS credit-weighted as used by Charles University, CTU Prague, Masaryk University and other Czech universities.
In the Czech Republic, the university grading system is a hybrid. While most universities have fully adopted the A–F ECTS scale for international compatibility, the traditional 1–4 numerical scale is still widely used for internal records and GPA calculations.
You will often see two grades on your transcript: the "National Grade" (1–4) and the ECTS Grade (A–F).
| ECTS Grade | National Grade | Czech Term | English Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1 | Výborně | Excellent |
| B | 1.5 | Velmi dobře | Very Good |
| C | 2 | Dobře | Good |
| D | 2.5 | Uspokojivě | Satisfactory |
| E | 3 | Dostatečně | Sufficient (Pass) |
| F | 4 | Nedostatečně | Fail |
Zápočet (Credit/Pass)
Before you can take the final exam ("Zkouška") for a course, you often need to get a "Zápočet." This is a Pass/Fail status awarded for completing seminars, attendance, or homework. It does not affect your GPA but is required to pass the course.
Weighted Study Average (Vážený studijní průměr)
The numerical value of your grade is weighted by the ECTS credits of the course. Remember: Lower averages are better! A 1.0 is perfect; anything above 3.0 is a fail.
Numerical Values for GPA Calculation:
- A = 1.0
- B = 1.5
- C = 2.0
- D = 2.5
- E = 3.0
- F = 4.0
ECTS & Workload:
- 1 ECTS = ~26 hours of student workload (varies slightly by university, usually 25–30 hours)
- Bachelor's (Bakalář - Bc.): 180 ECTS (3 years)
- Master's (Magistr - Mgr. / Ing.): 120 ECTS (2 years)
- Standard Year: 60 ECTS
| Course | Grade (A–F) | Numerical | ECTS | Weighted Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | A | 1.0 | 6 | 6.0 |
| Physics | C | 2.0 | 5 | 10.0 |
| Computer Science | B | 1.5 | 8 | 12.0 |
| Czech Language | D | 2.5 | 4 | 10.0 |
| Total | — | — | 23 | 38.0 |
This is the Czech equivalent of graduating "Summa Cum Laude." To get a Red Diploma, you usually need:
- A weighted average of 1.5 or better for the entire degree
- A grade of A (Výborně) on your State Final Exam (Státnice)
- No grade of F on your transcript (no retakes)
The Red Diploma is highly prestigious and significantly improves your chances in the job market and for PhD admissions.
Passing all your classes isn't enough to graduate. You must also pass the State Final Examination (Státní závěrečná zkouška).
- This is a separate, oral exam covering the entire scope of your degree
- You also have to defend your Bachelor's or Master's thesis
- These are graded on the same A–F / 1–4 scale but are listed separately on your diploma
Three Exam Attempts
You have three attempts per exam:
- Regular Term (Řádný termín)
- 1st Resit (1. opravný termín)
- 2nd Resit (2. opravný termín)
If you fail the 2nd resit, you fail the class.
The Title "Ing."
If you study Economics, Engineering, or Technology, you graduate as an Ing. (Inženýr), not a generic "Master." In the Czech Republic (and Austria/Germany), this title is prestigious and is often used in professional settings (e.g., "Hello, Ing. Novák").
Top Czech Universities
- Charles University – Oldest university in Central Europe (founded 1348)
- Czech Technical University (CTU) – Leading technical university in Prague
- Masaryk University – Major university in Brno, strong in sciences and medicine
- University of Economics, Prague (VŠE) – Top business and economics school
- University of Chemistry and Technology (VŠCHT) – Specialized technical university
- Study in the Czech Republic – Official resource for international students, managed by the Czech National Agency for International Education
- Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports (MŠMT) – Official legislation and higher education structure details
- Charles University Grading System – Detailed ECTS and grading explanation from the country's oldest and most prestigious university
- Czech Technical University (CTU) Guide – Excellent breakdown of the numerical vs. ECTS scale for technical degrees
- Masaryk University Study Regulations – Comprehensive look at the rules for Zápočet, exams, and the Red Diploma