Question 1

What GPA do I need for a UK masters?

Accepted Answer

Most UK taught masters ask for a UK 2:1, which is commonly treated as around a 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale. A 2:2 requirement is closer to 2.8, and selective courses may ask for 3.5 or above.

Question 2

Is an Indian first class equal to a UK 2:1?

Accepted Answer

Broadly yes. A first class Indian bachelors, usually 60% and above, is generally treated as comparable to a UK 2:1, while around 55% is often mapped to a 2:2. Individual universities set their own thresholds.

Question 3

Is second class upper the same as a UK 2:1?

Accepted Answer

Nigerian second class upper is generally treated as comparable to a UK 2:1 and second class lower to a UK 2:2, though some universities also set a minimum CGPA.

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