Exam Grading

Examination Grades

There is a wide range of qualifications available for young people, including vocational qualifications. In the grading structure an old “C” equates to a high 4/ low 5 and a higher-level pass will be deemed to be a 5 or over.

Level/Qualification

Grade

Grade Equivalent

Level 2 / Distinction*

8.5

Level 2 / Distinction

7

Level 2 / Merit

5.5

Level 2 / Pass

4

Level 1 / Distinction

3

Level 1 / Merit

2

Level 1 / Pass

1.25