Perth, Western Australia, Australia

University of Western Australia (UWA) GPA Calculator

Calculate your exact scores using the official 7.0-alt grading system.

Calculate Your University of Western Australia (UWA) Score

Calculate Your University of Western Australia (UWA) GPA & WAM

Cumulative GPA

Unit Name
Mark (%)
Grade
Credit Pts

Official Grading Scale

University of Western Australia (UWA) uses a 7.0-alt.

UWA uses a 7-point GPA scale aligned with Australian standards: HD (80-100%) = 7.0, D (70-79%) = 6.0, C (60-69%) = 5.0, P (50-59%) = 4.0, and F (0-49%) = 0.0. The GPA is calculated as a credit-weighted average of all units attempted. UWA also calculates WAM, which is the weighted percentage-based performance metric used for Honours admission and postgraduate program selection.

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 Western Australia (UWA), you typically need to hit these thresholds:

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

University of Western Australia (UWA) 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 is required for UWA Honours programs?
Most UWA Honours programs require a minimum GPA of 5.0 (Credit average or WAM 65+). Competitive programs in engineering and science may require 5.5+ GPA.
What is the passing grade at UWA?
The passing grade is P (Pass), which requires 50-59% and equals 4.0 GPA. Anything below 50% is a fail (F = 0.0) and does not count.
How does UWA's HD threshold compare to other universities?
UWA uses 80% for HD, same as ANU but lower than Melbourne (85%) or UNSW (85%). This makes achieving HD grades slightly easier than at some Go8 institutions.
What is UWA's WAM used for?
UWA uses WAM (Weighted Average Mark) as the primary metric for Honours classification, postgraduate program admissions, and competitive scholarship allocations. A WAM of 75+ is considered excellent. ---