Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) GPA Calculator

Calculate your exact scores using the official 7-Point GPA Scale / WAM (Weighted Average Mark) / Percentage (0-100) grading system.

Calculate Your University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) Score

Calculate Your University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) GPA & WAM

Cumulative GPA

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Official Grading Scale

University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) uses a 7-Point GPA Scale / WAM (Weighted Average Mark) / Percentage (0-100).

UNSW Sydney uses a 7-point GPA scale aligned with the standard Australian system: HD (85-100%) = 7.0, D (75-84%) = 6.0, C (65-74%) = 5.0, P (50-64%) = 4.0, and F (0-49%) = 0.0. The GPA is calculated as a credit-weighted average of all units attempted. WAM is also calculated and represents your raw percentage performance, which is critical for competitive postgraduate program entry and scholarship eligibility.

How it is calculated

WAM = (Σ Module Mark × Credit Points) / Total Credit Points

Honors & Classifications

To graduate with honors or high classifications at University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney), you typically need to hit these thresholds:

  • High Distinction (HD)85%+
  • Distinction (D)75%+
  • Credit (C)65%+
  • Pass (P)50%+

University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney) Admission Requirements

Average Admitted Score

ATAR 85+ / WAM 70+

This is the typical high school / A-Level equivalent of admitted students.

Minimum Transfer Score

WAM 65+

Minimum college/university score required to apply as a transfer student.

Frequently Asked Questions

What GPA do I need to get into UNSW postgraduate programs?
Most postgraduate programs at UNSW require a minimum GPA of 5.0-5.5 (equivalent to a Credit-Distinction average or WAM of 65-70). Competitive programs like law and engineering often require GPA 6.0+ (WAM 75+).
What is the minimum passing grade at UNSW Sydney?
The minimum passing grade is P (Pass), which requires 50-64% and equals 4.0 on the GPA scale. Any mark below 50% is a fail and does not count toward your degree.
How does UNSW calculate GPA vs WAM?
GPA groups marks into bands (HD, D, C, P) and calculates a weighted average of 4 points. WAM uses your exact percentage marks, preserving nuance. Both are weighted by credit points. WAM is used for Honours and most competitive selections.
What percentage is needed for Distinction at UNSW?
You need 75-84% to achieve a Distinction (D) grade, which equals 6.0 on the GPA scale. This is a strong result that qualifies you for many Honours programs and scholarships. ---