CGPA Calculator for Mozambique
Calculate your Média Ponderada (weighted average) using Mozambique's standardized 0-20 point grading scale. Portuguese model with SNATCA credits as used by UEM, UniZambeze, UCM, and other institutions.
| Main Approach | Weighted Numerical Average on a 0–20 scale |
| Typical Scale | 0–20 (10 is the universal pass mark) |
| Local Credit Term | Créditos (aligned with the SNATCA credit system) |
| Weighting | Final averages are Credit-weighted |
| Pass Mark | 10.00 / 20.00 |
| Resits (Exame de Recorrência) | Available; usually capped at 10 for "conceded passes" or weighted in specific ways |
| Rounding | Typically rounded to the nearest whole number for final module marks |
Understanding Mozambique's Grading System
The university grading system in Mozambique is highly standardized and follows the Portuguese model, characterized by a 0–20 point scale. This system is universally applied across both public and private higher education institutions, as regulated by the Ministry of Education and Human Development (MINEDH) and the National Council for Quality Assessment (CNAQ).
In Mozambique, academic performance is measured through a combination of continuous assessment and final examinations.
The 10-Point Rule
Any grade below 10 is a "Reprovado" (Fail). Students with a 10–13 are considered "Satisfactory," while grades above 16 are elite and extremely rare.
What You'll See on Transcripts
Transcripts display the mark for each module out of 20, the associated Créditos (Credit units), and the Semester/Yearly Average.
Key Terminology
Sistema Nacional de Acumulação e Transferência de Créditos Académicos — The national credit system. 1 SNATCA credit aligns with 1 ECTS credit, making European transfers straightforward.
The final arithmetic or weighted average of a degree. This is the cumulative average across all semesters.
A student must usually reach a minimum pre-exam average (often 10/20) to be "admitted to the exam" (allowed to sit for the final exam).
Students with exceptionally high continuous assessment marks (often ≥14/20) may be "exempted" from the final exam and given that mark as their final grade.
How to Calculate Your Average
Step 1: Module Grade Calculation
The final mark for a single course (Mf) is generally:
Mf = (Assessment Average × 0.5) + (Final Exam × 0.5)Step 2: Weighted Average (Média Ponderada)
The semester or cumulative average is calculated by multiplying the module grade by its credits:
Average = Σ(Gradei × Creditsi) / Σ(Creditsi)Step 3: Degree Classification
The final degree result is the Cumulative Weighted Average over 3 to 5 years, mapped to a qualitative descriptor (Menção):
| Average Range | Menção (Classification) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 18–20 | Excelente | Excellent (Extremely rare — top 1%) |
| 14–17 | Muito Bom | Very Good |
| 10–13 | Bom | Good / Pass |
Compensation and Resits
- Exame de Recorrência: If a student fails the first exam but has a pre-exam average above a certain threshold (usually 7–9), they may sit for a second-chance exam.
- Dispensa (Exemption): Students with exceptionally high continuous assessment marks (often ≥14/20) may be "exempted" from the final exam and given that mark as their final grade.
Grading Scale Tables
Primary Grade Scale (University Standard)
This 0-20 scale is a national legal requirement across all Mozambican institutions:
| Mark Range (/20) | Local Mention (Portuguese) | English Equivalent | Pass/Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17.50 – 20.00 | Excelente | Outstanding / A+ | Pass |
| 15.50 – 17.49 | Muito Bom | Very Good / A | Pass |
| 13.50 – 15.49 | Bom | Good / B | Pass |
| 10.00 – 13.49 | Suficiente / Passável | Satisfactory / C | Pass |
| 0.00 – 9.99 | Reprovado | Fail | Fail |
US GPA Conversion Table (For International Applications)
GPA is not used in Mozambique. However, for international applications, the following conversion is standard:
| Mozambican Grade | US Grade Equivalent | US Grade Point |
|---|---|---|
| 16 – 20 | A | 4.0 |
| 14 – 15 | B | 3.0 |
| 12 – 13 | C | 2.0 |
| 10 – 11 | D | 1.0 |
| < 10 | F | 0.0 |
Worked Example
| Course | Credits | Grade (/20) | Weighted Value (Credits × Grade) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microeconomics I | 6 | 12 | 72 |
| Mathematics I | 6 | 9* | 54 |
| Accounting | 4 | 15 | 60 |
| Portuguese | 2 | 18 | 36 |
| TOTAL | 18 | — | 222 |
Calculation:
Weighted Sum: 222
Total Credits: 18
Average: 222 ÷ 18 = 12.33 / 20.00
What "Final Result" Means
The average for one semester. Used to track progress and determine eligibility for progression.
The final grade upon graduation. This is the cumulative weighted average across all years of study.
The certificate awarded after the first cycle (usually 4 years, 240 SNATCA credits). Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.
Degrees are not awarded with "Honours" (1st, 2:1) but with the numerical average and the associated mention (Bom, Muito Bom, Excelente).
Variations by University
The 0–20 scale is a national legal requirement in Mozambique. Differentiation usually occurs in how heavily the final exam is weighted:
| University | Type | System |
|---|---|---|
| Univ. Eduardo Mondlane (UEM) | Public | 0–20 / SNATCA |
| Univ. Zambeze (UniZambeze) | Public | 0–20 / SNATCA |
| Univ. Católica de Moçambique | Private | 0–20 / SNATCA |
| Univ. Pedagógica (UP) | Public | 0–20 / SNATCA |
International Interpretation
The Mozambican 0–20 scale is very similar to the Portuguese and French systems. A 14/20 is generally considered a 2:1 (Upper Second Class). A 16+ is equivalent to a First Class Honours.
Because 16+ is rare, a 15/20 is often evaluated as an A (4.0 GPA). A 12-13/20 typically converts to a C (2.0 GPA) in the US system.
Student Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
Sources & References
- • Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM): Regulamento Académico (Academic Regulations)
- • Scholaro Database: Mozambique Education Grading
- • CNAQ Mozambique: National Council for Quality Assessment Standards
- • MINEDH: Ministry of Education and Human Development — National Credit System (SNATCA) Decree
- • Universidade Zambeze: Academic policies and regulations
- • Universidade Católica de Moçambique: Grading guidelines
- • Universidade Pedagógica (UP): Faculty handbooks