Singapore Degree Classification Calculator
Calculate your degree classification and Honours based on module grades and credits. Singapore uses a 5.0 CAP/GPA scale with Highest Distinction (90%+), Distinction (80%+), Merit (70%+), and Honours (60%+).
| Module Name (optional) | Grade (%) | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
Singapore Higher Education: CAP/GPA and Honours System
Singaporean universities use a cumulative grading system where performance is tracked across the entire degree duration. Most institutions use a 5.0 scale (NUS, NTU, SIT) while SMU uses a 4.3 scale. Honours classifications range from "Highest Distinction" to "Pass."
| Typical Scale | 0.0 – 5.0 (NUS/NTU/SIT) or 0.0 – 4.3 (SMU) |
| Typical Pass Mark | Grade D / 1.0 |
| Assessment Structure | CA (40-60%) + Final Exam (40-60%) |
| Graduation Minimum | CAP/GPA 2.00 |
Singapore University Grading Scale (5.0 System)
| Letter Grade | Grade Point | Approx. % |
|---|---|---|
| A+ / A | 5.0 | 90%+ |
| A- | 4.5 | 85-89% |
| B+ | 4.0 | 80-84% |
| B | 3.5 | 75-79% |
| B- | 3.0 | 70-74% |
| C+ | 2.5 | 65-69% |
| C | 2.0 | 60-64% |
| D+ | 1.5 | 55-59% |
| D | 1.0 | 50-54% |
| F | 0.0 | <50% |
Source: NUS, NTU, SIT. SMU uses a 4.3 scale with Latin Honours (Summa Cum Laude, Magna Cum Laude, etc.).
Degree Classification (Honours)
The final CAP/GPA determines your Honours classification. Most Singaporean universities use descriptive terms rather than traditional British nomenclature.
| Classification | CAP/GPA Range | Approx. % |
|---|---|---|
| Honours (Highest Distinction) | 4.50 – 5.00 | 90%+ |
| Honours (Distinction) | 4.00 – 4.49 | 80% – 89% |
| Honours (Merit) | 3.50 – 3.99 | 70% – 79% |
| Honours | 3.00 – 3.49 | 60% – 69% |
| Pass | 2.00 – 2.99 | 50% – 59% |
Student guidance
Be cautious with the S/U option! While it protects your GPA from poor grades, some employers and competitive graduate programs look at the number of S/U modules taken. A transcript with too many "S" grades may be viewed as lacking academic rigor.
How the Calculation Works
CAP/GPA = Σ(Grade Point × Credits) ÷ Σ(Total Credits). S/U modules are excluded from calculation but still count toward graduation credits.
Major Singaporean Universities
| University | System | Scale |
|---|---|---|
| NUS | CAP | 5.0 |
| NTU | GPA | 5.0 |
| SMU | GPA | 4.3 |
| SIT | CGPA | 5.0 |
| SUSS | CGPA | 5.0 |
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More resources
For more on Singaporean higher education and grading:
- Academic success guides — strategies for improving grades and hitting your target classification
- Our methodology — how we ensure accurate calculations