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How hard is it to fail in NUS?
Recommended Grade Distribution (Source: NUS Provost Blog) In essence, this means that in university, it’s hard to actually fail for most modules (since only about 5\% of students get a D-F grade), but it’s also hard to actually perform well as most people (about 70\% of the cohort) fall between the B or C range.
What does A+ mean in NUS?
NUS need transparency for the exam and grading system. An A may be an A, but 80\% for an A or 100\% for an A make a different to students’ perspective.
Does F grade affect GPA NUS?
As noted above, students NEED to retake/repeat core modules with F (or U) grade. “If modules have to be retaken, will the new grade be counted into our GPA together with the fail grade, or will only the better grade be taken into account.” Both grades (i.e. new grade and F grade) will be used in the computation of CAP.
Is it normal to fail in NUS?
Do not fall in love as a freshman in NUS. When you breakup or get into a fight, your grades will fall. You may even fail. The ideal time to fall in love in NUS or have any life-events, is as a senior in your final years when your GPA has stabilized.
What is the average grade in NUS?
a B
The median grade in NUS is a B, based on the bell curve, which undergoes rigorous checking to ensure consistency across faculties. With the grade free first semester, this is likely to get skewed upwards slightly, but ultimately, it still means most students will graduate with a second lower (assuming you do honours).
What is a failing grade in NUS?
While we are graded on a curve in NUS, generally NUS tries not to fail students. So this means that if you failed the course, more than likely you will get the absolute bare minimum of passing, which is C. Should the worst case scenario occur (D or F), you can S/U the grade, but it becomes a U.
Is CFG1002 a UE?
Modular Credits: 2MC, Unrestricted Elective Module (UEM). Career Catalyst (CFG1002) does not count towards the limit on the number of Level-1000 modules in fulfilment of graduation requirements.
What is a fail NUS?
What is considered a good GPA in NUS?
In NUS, the maximum CAP that one can achieve is 5. Anything above 3.2 is good for honours, depending on the various tiers. Above 4 is considered good and above 4.5 is considered very good.
What are the best modules to take while studying at NUS?
What are the best modules to take while studying at NUS? Back to school with Grammarly. Improve your writing this back-to-school season. Get Grammarly. If you are in a science based major, I will recommend modules that stretches you in writing, speaking and argumentation.
How do I access the contents of a non-academic module?
Answer: Please go to My Modules > Non-Academic Modules and click on the module tile to access the contents. Please note the Wiki.nus Terms of Use and Disclaimers.
Where can I find the Student’s Pass Booth in NUS?
For students coming in August and January intakes, ICA will set up a booth at the Registration Centre in NUS during the scheduled dates for Offsite Enrolment to allow international students to submit the necessary documents for the completion of Student’s Pass formalities.
What are the language requirements to study at NUS?
As English is the main language of instruction at the University (except for Asian/European studies where a good command of the respective Asian/European language is a pre-requisite), you must be proficient in the English language in order to benefit from your studies at NUS.