Trinidad & Tobago Degree Classification Calculator
Calculate your final degree classification based on module grades, credits, and year weightings. At UWI, Level I (Year 1) is weighted 0%; Levels II and III determine your Honours class. Set Year 1 to 0% and split Year 2/3 equally (e.g. 0/50/50).
| Module Name (optional) | Grade (%) | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
Trinidad and Tobago Higher Education: GPA and Degree Classification
In Trinidad and Tobago, university assessment follows a North American–style GPA system, but the final award is categorized using the British-style Class of Degree (First Class, Upper Second, Lower Second, Pass). Transcripts show percentage marks, letter grades, quality points, semester GPA, and cumulative GPA. The Weighted GPA (based on Levels II and III only) determines your Honours classification.
| Typical Scale | 0.00 – 4.30 (UWI) or 0.00 – 4.00 (UTT) |
| Typical Pass Mark | 50% (Grade C) |
| Year Weighting | Level I = 0%; Levels II & III = equally weighted |
| Resits / Retakes | No automatic resits; repeat the course next semester |
UWI St. Augustine Grading Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade | Quality Points | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90% – 100% | A+ | 4.3 | Exceptional |
| 80% – 89% | A | 4.0 | Excellent |
| 75% – 79% | A- | 3.7 | Very Good |
| 70% – 74% | B+ | 3.3 | Good |
| 65% – 69% | B | 3.0 | Satisfactory |
| 60% – 64% | B- | 2.7 | Fair |
| 55% – 59% | C+ | 2.3 | Marginal |
| 50% – 54% | C | 2.0 | Pass |
| 0% – 49% | F | 0.0 | Fail |
Source: UWI St. Augustine Revised GPA Scheme. UTT uses similar bands but may differ at the top (A+ = 4.0).
Degree Classification (Honours)
At UWI, the Class of Degree is determined by a Weighted GPA calculated from Levels II and III only (Level I = 0% weight). This calculator uses percentage-weighted averages that map to the same Honours bands.
| Classification | Weighted GPA (UWI) | Approx. Percentage (this calculator) |
|---|---|---|
| First Class Honours | 3.60 and above | 70%+ |
| Upper Second Class (2:1) | 3.00 – 3.59 | 60% – 69% |
| Lower Second Class (2:2) | 2.50 – 2.99 | 50% – 59% |
| Pass | 2.00 – 2.49 | 40% – 49% |
| Fail | Below 2.00 | Below 40% |
Student guidance
Many students assume high Year 1 marks will boost their final classification. At UWI, Level I (Year 1) results are not part of the Weighted GPA for honours. Focus heavily on Levels II and III to secure a First Class or Upper Second Class award.
How the Calculation Works
GPA = Σ(Quality Points × Quality Hours) ÷ Σ(Quality Hours). This calculator uses the same idea with percentage marks: weighted average = Σ(Mark × Credits) ÷ Σ(Credits). Enter your percentage per course (from your transcript) and set year weights (e.g. Year 1 = 0%, Year 2 = 50%, Year 3 = 50%). The result maps to the Honours bands above.
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More resources
For more on Trinidad and Tobago higher education and grading:
- Academic success guides — strategies for improving grades and hitting your target classification
- Trinidad and Tobago country guide — overview of T&T grading and universities
- Our methodology — how we ensure accurate calculations