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For master's students registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Fail (F) for individual courses is defined as below 60%:
| Percentage (%) | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 90-100 | A+ |
| 85-89 | A |
| 80-84 | A- |
|
76-79 |
B+ |
| 72-75 | B |
| 68-71 | B- |
| 64-67 | C+ |
| 60-63 | C |
| 0-59 | F (Fail) |
However, only 6 credits of pass standing (60-67%) may be counted toward a master's program. For all other courses, a minimum of 68% must be obtained. Some graduate programs may require a higher passing grade for specific courses.
For doctoral students registered in the Faculty of Graduate Studies, Fail (F) for individual courses is defined as below 68%. Some graduate programs may require a higher passing grade for specific courses.
| Percentage (%) | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 90-100 | A+ |
| 85-89 | A |
| 80-84 | A- |
| 76-79 | B+ |
| 72-75 | B |
| 68-71 | B- |
| 0-67 | F (Fail) |
If a course is repeated, both marks will appear on the transcript. The higher mark will be used to determine promotion in a program and in any decision to admit or withdraw a student from a program. For all other purposes, averages will be calculated using both marks.
"Class 1" or "first-class standing" is defined as 80% (A-) or better.