University of Queensland

UQ GPA Calculator

UQ doesn't use a Weighted Average Mark (WAM). Your academic performance is measured as a Grade Point Average (GPA) on a 7-point scale, where 7 is a High Distinction and 4 is a Pass. If you've been searching for a UQ WAM calculator, this is what you're looking for.¹

Formula

GPA = Σ(grade points × unit value) ÷ Σ(unit value)

Worked example

Course	Grade	Unit value	Grade pts x UV
COMP3400	6 (D)	2	12
MATH2400	5 (CR)	2	10
BIOL3004	7 (HD)	2	14
Total		6	36

GPA = 36 ÷ 6 = 6.00

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Your GPA (out of 7)

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Grade scale

UQ grade to GPA conversion

Grade	Description	GPA points
7	High Distinction (85-100%)	7
6	Distinction (75-84%)	6
5	Credit (65-74%)	5
4	Pass (50-64%)	4
3	Marginal Fail	0
1-2	Fail	0

Pass/Fail (P/N) graded courses are generally excluded from GPA calculations.

Inclusions and exclusions

What counts in your UQ GPA

Status	Detail
Included	All graded courses (grades 1-7)
Excluded	Non-graded Pass (P), unless GPA is below 4, in which case P is assigned a grade point of 4
Excluded	Courses with no grade (G = 0 if enrolled but no grade received)
Excluded	Exchange or study abroad courses (credited as T, transfer credit, no grade)
Note	UQ GPA is used for academic standing, Dean's Commendation, scholarships, and program transfers. Faculty rules differ on whether it appears on your official graduation transcript.²

Honours thresholds

UQ Honours GPA requirements

Engineering uses a separate year-weighted GPA (WGPA) for honours. Check with your faculty for the exact requirements.

GPA	Honours level	Classification
6.5-7.0	H1	First Class Honours
5.5-6.49	H2A	Second Class Honours Division A
4.5-5.49	H2B	Second Class Honours Division B
Below 4.5	H3	Third Class Honours

WAM vs GPA

Transferring to a WAM university?

If you have transferred from or are applying to a WAM university (like USyd, UNSW, or UniMelb), you may be asked to provide a WAM. UQ doesn't calculate one. Contact the requesting institution for their conversion method.

See how WAM universities calculate grades →

FAQ

Common questions

Does UQ use WAM or GPA?

UQ uses GPA (Grade Point Average), not WAM. Your academic performance is measured on a 7-point scale where 7 is a High Distinction and 4 is a Pass. If you have been searching for a UQ WAM calculator, calculating your GPA is what you need.

What is a good GPA at UQ?

At UQ, a GPA of 5.0 or above is generally considered competitive, and a GPA of 6.0 or above puts you in the top range of students. A GPA of 6.5 or above is typically required for First Class Honours (H1). Academic standing, Dean's Commendation, and scholarship eligibility each have their own GPA thresholds.

What GPA do I need for UQ Honours?

For UQ Honours, you typically need a GPA of at least 4.5. A GPA of 6.5 to 7.0 qualifies for H1 (First Class Honours), 5.5 to 6.49 for H2A (Second Class Division A), and 4.5 to 5.49 for H2B (Second Class Division B). Engineering uses a separate year-weighted GPA for honours, so check with your faculty.

Sources

Studying at a WAM university? Use our Australian WAM calculator.