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Progression What you need to achieve in order to go to the next stage of your course or graduate. i. In order to attain a PASS overall, you must obtain a GPA of 2.00 and 60 credits ii. A ‘D’ Grade will need to be compensated for by sufficient grades higher than ‘C’ in individual modules, so as to achieve the minimum pass level of 60 credits and a GPA of 2.00 iii. You can compensate up to a maximum of 20 credits at ‘D’ grade iv. You can only compensate for ‘D’ grades in the first sitting v. An Overall Result is awarded to each student. An overall result of PASS indicates that you have successfully completed the stage of study indicated on your Student Transcript and may progress to the next stage vi. An Overall Result of FAIL indicates that you must re-sit examinations in all modules vii. An Overall Result of EXEMPTIONS GRANTED indicates that you have achieved a PASS in some subjects and you will not be reassessed in those modules. However, you must re-sit examinations in all modules for which you received grade D, F, I or NP viii. You must achieve grade C in all repeated modules in order to progress. Compensation is not allowed ix. If you have to repeat a D, F or NP grade in an award year, the final degree will be capped at a Pass. Repeat for Honours is not permitted Note: Each year you will receive a transcript free of charge. If you require duplicate transcripts, there is a charge of €15. Briefing following end-of-year Results After provisional results have been issued, you can discuss these with your Course Co-ordinator or other appropriate staff. The aim is to understand these results and provide guidance to you for the future. You are encouraged to seek feedback on an on-going basis throughout the year.