F (FAIL) – indicates a failed grade obtained in a course taken on a pass/fail basis.
Grade Scheme
EX (EXEMPT WITHOUT CREDIT) – indicates cases where admissions is partially based on prior learning assessment, advanced placement, etc.
GRADE
GRADE POINT PERCENTAGE CLASS OF EQUIVALENT (GPE) RANGE AWARD
A
4.0
90-100
HONOURS
A-
3.7
80-89
HONOURS
B+
3.3
75-79
CREDIT
B
3.0
70-74
CREDIT
B-
2.7
65-69
CREDIT
C+
2.3
60-64
PASS
C
2.0
55-59
PASS
C-
1.7
50-54
PASS
D
1.0
45-49
D - Supp
F
0.0
0-44
FAIL
EC (EXEMPT WITH CREDIT) – indicates where courses being exempted were completed within five (5) years of completing the course and credit accepted Z (COURSE NOT OFFERED) – indicates the course is listed in the course menu but is temporarily not offered RE (REFERRED) – Faculty members are encouraged to refer students early in the semester who exhibit academic, social, or emotional difficulties that negatively impact their academic performance.
2009-Present
Computing the Grade Point Average
DE (DEFERRED) - unable to complete course requirements by end of semester. AEG (AEGROTAT) - notation to be added to grade indicating it was assigned under extenuating or exceptional circumstances. V (COURSE AUDITED) – indicates when the course has been taken in accordance with regulations governing course credit.
Grade Point Averages (GPA’s) are computed by multiplying the credits attempted by the grade point equivalent. The grade point average is then computed by dividing the total grade points by the total credits attempted. Below is an example of computing a GPA for 7 courses or 16-credits attempted in a semester. Course
Grade Credits GP
Drawing I
A-
3
x 3.7 = 11.1
NV (COURSE UNSATISFACTORILY AUDIT) – indicates when a student has been permitted to audit a course but has not done so satisfactorily.
Fundamentals of English
C+
2
x 2.3 = 4.6
Critical Analysis I
B-
2
x 2.7 = 5.4
Integrated 2D/3D
D
3
x 1.0 = 3.0
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CUMMULATIVE GRADE IS GPA 2.0 TO GRADUATE.
Time-Based Media
B
3
x 3.0 = 9.0
Vocal Skills
F
1
x 0.0 = 0.0
History of Art
A
2
x 4.0 = 8.0
Understanding your Grades and Transcript The following table shows the grade scheme applicable for all students entering the EMCVPA as of the 2011/2012 academic year. It also shows how the grades are calculated to determine the Grade Point Average (GPA). This is intended as a guide to help students determine their academic standing in the College.
TOTALS
= 16
QP’s
= 41.1
Total Quality Points (41.1) QP divided by Total Credits Attempted (16) = GPA Grade Point Average (GPA) =2.57
Challenge Examinations
All students may receive credit by special examination upon approval of the appropriate academic personnel (statement of application procedures may be obtained from the Registry). A fee will be charged for each examination. In addition, the student will be charged the current course per hour of credit fees. Credit hours attempted will be included in determining the student’s grade point average. Students are allowed to sit the challenge examination if they TABLE OF CONTENTS
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