Your final degree classification

First attempt marks or capped module mark following reassessment (whichever is greater) will be used to calculate Degree Classifications.

The University applies the following mark scale to undergraduate work:

• First class honours: mark range 70-100

• Upper second class honours: mark range 60-69

• Lower second class honours: mark range 50-59

• Third class honours: mark range 40-49

• Fail: mark range 0-39

The pass mark for undergraduate modules is 40.

A different mark scale is used for masters-level modules taken as part of an undergraduate programme. The pass mark for masters-level modules is 50. If you are on an Integrated Masters programme, you will have to undertake some masters-level modules in the later stages of your programme. Some modules at this level may also be available as options in some Bachelor’s programmes. You should be aware of the higher level and pass mark for such modules when deciding whether to take them as options.

For information on calculating your award calculation, see the Student Guide to the University’s Rules for Progression and Award in Undergraduate Programmes. 

Departmental criteria for a 'first with distinction' or a 'starred first'

The criteria for full-time students are:

• A minimum final award mark of 80% 

• No first attempt module marks lower than 70% in all Stages contributing to the final award mark 

Practice modules are marked on a pass/fail basis and therefore do not contribute to your final award mark.