Award Classifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
In order to be awarded a Bachelor’s degree, a student shall:
- complete the minimum credit unit requirements for the degree;
- achieve a CGPA of 2.00 or above; and
- fulfil other requirements stipulated in the University’s regulations and procedures.
The University grants bachelor’s degree awards with the following classifications based on the CGPAs according to the general guidelines below:
| Classification of Award | CGPA |
|---|---|
| First Class Honours | 3.50 or above |
| Upper Second Class Honours | 3.00 – 3.49 |
| Lower Second Class Honours | 2.50 – 2.99 |
| Third Class Honours | 2.00 – 2.49 |
Master's Degree
- To be granted an award of the University, students must successfully complete a programme of the University, including specific requirements of the named award for which they are registered, general University requirements, and college requirements, if any.
- Students may be granted a master’s award only if they have achieved a CGPA of 2.00 or above.
The University grants Master’s degree awards with the following classifications based on the CGPAs according to the general guidelines below:
| Classification of Award | CGPA |
|---|---|
| Distinction | 3.50 or above |
| Credit | 3.20–3.49 |
| Pass | 2.00–3.19 |
If there is any inconsistency or ambiguity between the page contents and the Academic
Regulations (AR), rules and guidelines, the AR, rules and guidelines shall prevail.