• The GPA is calculated based on courses from your last two years only.
• Mulungushi University uses a 5-point cumulative system (not weighted average).
• Grades C, D+, and D receive zero points but still count as completed courses.
• The maximum point per course is 2.5 (A+), not 5.0 like other universities.
Standardised to Academic Regulations Revised May 2021
Grading System
Grade
Points
Percentage
A+
2.5
86-100%
A
2.0
76-85%
B+
1.5
66-75%
B
1.0
60-65%
C+
0.5
55-59%
C
0.0
50-54%
D+
0.0
45-49%
D
0.0
44% below
Degree Classification
Cumulative Points
Degree Class
40.0+
Distinction
30.0 – 39.9
Merit
20.0 – 29.9
Credit
< 20.0
Pass
IMPORTANT:
• Only courses from 3rd and 4th years count toward degree classification.
• This is a simple additive system - add up all points from 20 courses.
• There is no division by credit hours like UNZA.
• Maximum possible: 50 points (20 courses × 2.5), but 40+ earns Distinction.