Awarding of Honours
The B.Sc. (Hons) degree is awarded in different classes depending on
your performance. Your final result is calculated as a
percentage, half from your results for coursework and the other half
from the mark you are awarded for your thesis. Note that it is
calculated according to the percentage you get for the courses (e.g.
76% or 92%), rather than the grade (e.g. 6 or 7.) Your final result is
then80.00 and above
Class I
70.00 - 79.99 Class IIA
60.00 - 69.99 Class IIB
50.00 - 59.99 Class III (or pass degree)
< 50.00 Fail (or pass degree)
Note that Class I Honours is a prerequisite for applying for an Australian Postgraduate
Award.70.00 - 79.99 Class IIA
60.00 - 69.99 Class IIB
50.00 - 59.99 Class III (or pass degree)
< 50.00 Fail (or pass degree)
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