International degree equivalencies
The Faculty of Graduate Studies sets an academic achievement equivalent for universities and colleges both inside and outside of Canada.
International degree equivalencies
If the country you require is not listed, please contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies for further assistance.
Please note that the grading scales provided here are general grading scales and may vary slightly between institutions within countries. Some institutions will provide grading scales on the transcripts. When available, the grading scale listed on the original language transcript is given preference.
Algeria
For entrance into the Master's program:
Successful completion of a 4 year Licence (humanities, sciences and law), Diplôme (professional fields), Diplôme d'Études Superieures (D.E.S.), or equivalent (completion of the "long cycle", 4-6 years) from a recognized institution;
A minimum grade of 12 on a 20 point grading scale or assez bien in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Algerian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 15-20 (Très bien) |
A | 13-14 (Bien) |
B+ | 12.5-12.9 (Assez bien) |
B | 12-12.4 (Assez bien) |
C+ | 11-11.9 (Passable) |
C | 10-10.9 (Sans mention) |
F | 0-9 (Ajourné) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Magister, or equivalent Master's degree from a recognized institution.
Australia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of an Honours Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution;
- Grading scales may vary within Australia, but a minimum standing of Second Class Honours (upper division) or a minimum grade of credit in the last two years of study is considered acceptable.
UM Scale | Australian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | Higher Distinction |
A | Distinction |
B | Credit |
C | Pass |
D | Terminating Pass / Conceded Pass |
F | Failure |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree from a recognized institution.
Bangladesh
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 3-Year Bachelor's Degree PLUS a 1-year Master's Degree from a recognized institution. Or, a 4-Year Bachelor's Degree may be accepted;
- A minimum grade of 55% or higher with a minimum standing of Second Division/Class in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Bangladeshi Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 80-100% (First Class) |
A | 60-79% (First Class) |
B+ | 57-59% (Second Class) |
B | 55-56% (Second Class) |
C+ | 45-54% (Second Class) |
C | 33-44% (Third Class) |
F | 0-32% (Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master of Philosophy (2 years) or Doctor of Philosophy (3 years) from a recognized institution, OR successful completion of a 4-Year Bachelor's Degree PLUS 2-Year Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Belgium
A minimum grade of 14 in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Belgian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 18-20 |
A | 16-17 |
B+ | 15 |
B | 14 |
C+ | 12-13 |
C | 10-11 |
F | 0-9 |
Brazil
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bacharel, Licenciado or Titulo (professional degree) from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 7 on a 10 point grading scale (or equivalent) in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Brazilian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 9.5 - 10 |
A | 9.0 - 9.4 |
B+ | 8.0 - 8.9 |
B | 7.0 - 7.9 |
C+ | 6.0 - 6.9 |
C | 5.0 - 5.9 |
D | 3.0 - 4.9 |
F | 0 - 2.9 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Mestre (Mestrado) degree from a recognized institution.
China
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4-Year Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 80%* or B in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Chinese Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 95-100% |
A | 90-94% |
B+ | 85-89% |
B | 80-84% |
C+ | 75-79% |
C | 70-74% |
D | 60-69% |
F | 0-59% |
*Please note that grading scales may vary; if Chinese transcripts indicate a different scale, please use it.
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Colombia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4-year Licenciado or Titulo profesional or equivalent from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 3.5 on a 5 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Colombian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 4.6 - 5.0 |
A | 4.0 - 4.59 |
B+ | 3.7 - 3.99 |
B | 3.5 - 3.69 |
C+ | 3.25 - 3.49 |
C | 3.0 - 3.24 |
F | 0 - 2.99 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Especialista or Magister from a recognized institution.
Croatia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Diploma visokog obrazovanja from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 4 on a 5 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Croatian Scale |
---|---|
A | 5 |
B | 4 |
C | 3 |
D | 2 |
F | 1 |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Magistar nauka from a recognized institution.
Czech Republic
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Magistr (Absolvent Vysoke Skoly), Inzenyr, or other professional title from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 2 on a reverse 4 or 5 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Czech Scale |
---|---|
A | 1 (Výborny) (Excellent) |
B | 2 (Vel'mi dobrý) (Very Good) |
C | 3 (Dobrý) (Good) |
F | 4/5 (Nevyhovél) (Fail) |
A graded of Zápocet or Credit / Pass may be given if a course is successfully completed, but no exam is required; there is no numeric value.
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Doktor from a recognized institution.
Congo (Democratic Republic)
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a License requiring a minimum of 4 years of study from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 70% or Distinction in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Congolese Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 90-100% (La plus grande distinction) |
A | 80-89% (Grande distinction) |
B+ | 75-79% (Distinction) |
B | 70-74% (Distinction) |
C+ | 60-69% (Satisfaction) |
C | 50-59% (Satisfaction) |
F | 0-49% (Echec) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Doktorat. Please note that Master's degrees are not offered, and Doktorat programs should be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Denmark
- A minimum grade of 7 in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
Danish Grade | Definition | ECTS Grade | FGS Grade |
---|---|---|---|
12 | For an excellent performance displaying a high level of command of all aspects of the relevant material, with no or only a few minor weaknesses. | A | A |
10 | For a very good performance displaying a high level of command of most aspects of the relevant material, with only minor weaknesses. | B | B+ |
7 | For a good performance displaying good command of the relevant material but also some weaknesses. | C | B |
4 | For a fair performance displaying some command of the relevant material but also some major weaknesses. | D | C+ |
02 | For a performance meeting only the minimum requirements for acceptance. | E | E |
00 | For a performance which does not meet the minimum requirements for acceptance. | F | F |
-3 | For a performance which is unacceptable in all respects. | F | F |
Egypt
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree (4-5 years of study) from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of Good (or B equivalent) in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Egyptian Scale |
---|---|
A | Excellent |
B+ | Very Good |
B | Good |
C | Pass |
D | Weak |
F | Fail |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Revised: May 2024
France
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Diplôme, Maîtrise, or equivalent from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 12 on a 20 point grading scale or assez bien in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | French Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 16-20 (Très bien) |
A | 14-15.9 (Bien) |
B+ | 13-13.9 (Assez bien) |
B | 12-12.9 (Assez bien) |
C+ | 11-11.9 (Bien) |
C | 10-10.9 (Passable) |
F | 0-9.9 (Ajourné) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's equivalent or Doctorat from a recognized institution.
Germany
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Hauptdiplom, Magister Artium,Staatsexamen or 4 year Baccalaureatus from a recognized institution requiring at least 8 semesters of work;
- A minimum grade of gut or 2.5 out of 6 on a reverse grade point scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | German Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 0.7 - 1.0 (Sehr gut) |
A | 1.1 - 1.5 (Sehr gut) |
B+ | 1.6 - 2.0 (Gut) |
B | 2.1 - 2.5 (Gut) |
C+ | 2.6 - 3.2 (Befriedigend) |
C | 3.3 - 4.0 (Befriedigend) |
D | 4.1 - 4.3 |
F | 4.4 - 6.0 (Nicht Ausreichend) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's equivalent or Magistergrad from a recognized institution.
Ghana
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of an Honours Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of B or standing of Second Class, Upper Division in the last two years of study.
- Note that most transcripts will indicate a grading scale. This grading scale will be used for evaluation.
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Hungary
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Egyetemi Oklevel from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 4 on a 5 point scale or jo (good) in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Hungarian Scale |
---|---|
A | 5 |
B | 4 |
C | 3 |
D | 2 |
F | 1 |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's degree from a recognized institution.
India
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4-Year Bachelor's Degree or a 3-year Bachelor's Degree PLUS a 1-year Master's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of B or higher with a minimum standing of Second Class, Upper Division in the last two years of study.
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master of Philosophy (2 years) or Doctor of Philosophy (3 years) from a recognized institution, OR successful completion of a 4-Year Bachelor's Degree PLUS 2-Year Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Please note that the education system varies between institutions within India. It is recommended that you contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies for further information regarding applications from India.
Indonesia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Sarjana (S1) Degree with a minimum total of 144-160 credit hours from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 7 on a 10 point grading scale or a 3 on a 4 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Indonesian Scale |
---|---|
A | 4 (Excellent) |
B | 3 (Good) |
C | 2 (Fair/Passed with Credit) |
D | 1 (Poor, Passed) |
F | 0 (Failure) |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Magister (S2) Degree from a recognized institution.
Iran
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of Kar shenasi (Bachelor’s) degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 15 on a 20 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
10 Passing Grade
UM Scale | Iranian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 19-20 |
A | 17-18.9 |
B+ | 16-16.9 |
B | 15-15.9 |
C+ | 13.5-14.9 |
C | 12-13.4 |
D | 10-11.9 |
F | 0-9.9 |
12 Passing Grade
UM Scale | Iranian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 19-20 |
A | 18-18.9 |
B+ | 16.5-17.9 |
B | 15-16.4 |
C+ | 13.5-14.9 |
C | 12-13.4 |
F | 0-11.9 |
13 Passing Grade
UM Scale | Iranian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 19-20 |
A | 18-18.9 |
B+ | 16.5-17.9 |
B | 15-16.4 |
C+ | 14-14.9 |
C | 13-13.9 |
F | 0-12.9 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Karshenasi-arshad or Fogh-License from a recognized institution.
Israel
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 75% or good in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Israeli Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 95-100% (Excellent) |
A | 85-94% (Very good) |
B+ | 80-84% (Good) |
B | 75-79% (Good) |
C+ | 70-74% (Fair) |
C | 65-69% (Fair) |
D | 50-64% (Pass) |
F | 0-49% (Fail) |
- Grading scales may vary. Scales are usually indicated on official transcripts.
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree from a recognized institution.
Italy
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Diploma di Laurea from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 23 on a 30 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Italian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 29-30 |
A | 27-28 |
B+ | 25-26 |
B | 23-24 |
C+ | 21-22 |
C | 18-20 |
F | 0-17 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's degree from a recognized institution.
Japan
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Gakushi-go (Bachelor's Degree) from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 70% or B equivalent in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Japanese Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 90-100% (Shu or Superior) |
A | 80-89% (Shu or Superior) |
B+ | 75-79% (Yu or Excellent) |
B | 70-74%(Yu or Excellent) |
C+ | 65-69% (Ryo or Good) |
C | 60-64% (Ryo or Good) |
F | 0-59% (Fuka or Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Shushi Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Jordan
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 70% in individual courses or B equivalent in the last two years of study, where a typical grade is:
UM Scale | Jordanian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 90-100% (Excellent) |
A | 80-89% (Very good) |
B+ | 75-79% (Good) |
B | 70-74% (Good) |
C+ | 65-69% (Acceptable) |
C | 60-64% (Acceptable) |
D | 50-59% (Poor) |
F | 0-49% (Failure) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree from a recognized institution.
Kenya
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of an Honours Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 60% or standing of Second Class, Upper Division in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Kenyan Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 85-100% (First Class) |
A | 70-84% (First Class) |
B+ | 65-69% (Second Class, Upper Division) |
B | 60-64% (Second Class, Upper Division) |
C+ | 55-59% (Second Class, Lower Division) |
C | 50-54% (Second Class, Lower Division) |
40-49% (Pass) | |
F | 0-39% (Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Korea, South
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4-Year Haksa (Bachelor's Degree) from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 3.0, 80% or B in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Korean Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 95-100% |
A | 90-94% |
B+ | 85-89% |
B | 80-84% |
C+ | 75-79% |
C | 70-74% |
D | 60-69% |
F | 0-59% |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Soksa (Master's Degree) from a recognized institution.
Libya
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4 or 5 year Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 75% or B in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Libyan Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 93-100% (Excellent) |
A | 85-92% (Excellent) |
B+ | 80-84% (Very Good) |
B | 75-79% (Very Good) |
C+ | 70-74% (Good) |
C | 65-69% (Good) |
D | 50-64% (Pass) |
F | 0-49% (Weak/Very Weak) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Malaysia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of an Honours Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of B or equivalent and a standing of Second Class Honours, Upper Division (Division 1) in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Malaysian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 85-100% |
A | 70-84% |
B+ | 65-69% |
B | 60-64% |
C+ | 55-59% |
C | 50-54% |
D | 40-69% |
F | 0-39% |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Sarjana or Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Mexico
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Licenciado / Licenciatura or Titulo from a recognized university;
- A minimum grade of 8 on a 10 point grading scale or bien, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Mexican Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 9.5-10 (95-100% or Muy bien) |
A | 9-9.4 (90-94% or Muy bien) |
B+ | 8.5-8.9 (85-89% or Bien) |
B | 8-8.4 (80-84% or Bien) |
C+ | 7-7.9 (70-79% or Sufficient) |
C | 6-6.9 (60-69% or Sufficient) |
F | 0-5.9 (0-59% or Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Maestria (Master’s) degree from a recognized institution.
Montenegro
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Diploma visokog obrazovanja from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 8 on a 10 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Montenegran Scale |
---|---|
A | 9-10 |
B | 8 |
C | 7 |
D | 6 |
F | 1-5 |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Magistar nauka from a recognized institution.
Morocco
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a License, Maítrise or Diplôme d’Ingénieur d’État requiring 4 years of study from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 12 on a 20 point grading scale or Assez bien in the last two years of study; see France for more details.
UM Scale | Moroccon Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 18-20 |
A | 16-17 |
B+ | 14-15 |
B | 12-13 |
C+ | 11 |
C | 10 |
F | 0-9 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Diplôme d’Études Supérieures (DES) from a recognized institution.
Netherlands
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Doctorandus/drs., Meester/mr. or Ingenieur/ir. from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 7 on a 10 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Dutch Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 10 |
A | 9 |
B+ | 8 |
B | 7 |
C+ | 6.5 - 6.75 |
C | 6.0 - 6.25 |
D | 5 |
F | 0 - 4 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Doctor/dr. from a recognized institution.
New Zealand
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4 year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university;
- A minimum grade of B or a Second Class standing in the last two years of study.
UM Scale | New Zealand Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 9 = High First |
A | 8 = Clear / Bare First |
B+ | 7 = High Second |
B | 6 = Clear / Bare Second |
C+ | 5 = Satisfactory Pass |
C | 4 = Pass |
D | 3 = Restricted / Bare Pass |
F | 2 /1 = Failure |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree from a recognized institution.
Nigeria
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4 year Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
National Diploma or Higher National Diploma (including any combination of these) are not equivalent to a 4 year Bachelor's Degree - A minimum grade of 60% or standing of Second Class, Upper Division in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Nigerian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 85-100% (First Class) |
A | 70-84% (First Class) |
B+ | 65-69% (Second Class, Upper Division) |
B | 60-64% (Second Class, Upper Division) |
C+ | 55-59% (Second Class, Lower Division) |
C | 50-54% (Second Class, Lower Division) |
D | 45-49% (Pass) |
F | 0-44% (Fail) |
- Some institutions may allow 40-44% as a Pass Class. Such a score would be equivalent to a D grade.
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Pakistan
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4 year Bachelor’s degree or a 3 year Bachelor’s degree PLUS a 1 year Master’s degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 55% or a standing of Second division, upper in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Pakistani Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 80-100% (First Division) |
A | 60-79% (First Division) |
B+ | 57-59% (Second Division) |
B | 55-56% (Second Division) |
C+ | 45-54% (Second Division) |
C | 33-44% (Third Division) |
F | 0-32% (Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a 2 year Master of Philosophy or 3 year Doctor of Philosophy from a recognized institution OR successful completion of a 4 year Bachelor’s degree PLUS a 2 year Master’s degree from a recognized institution.
Philippines
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree (5 years)* AND Master's Degree (1 year) from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 2.0 out of 5.0 on a reverse grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Filipino Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 1.0 |
A | 1.25 - 1.5 |
B+ | 1.75 |
B | 2.0 |
C+ | 2.25 |
C | 2.5 |
D | 2.75 - 3.0 |
F | 3.25 - 5.0 |
*Note that starting with 2018 high school graduates, we can accept a four year Bachelor's degree as admissible to a Master's program.
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Doctor of Philosophy Degree from a recognized institution.
Poland
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Magister or Magister inzynier from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 4 on a 5 point grading scale or Dobry in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Polish Scale |
---|---|
A | 5 (Barbzo dobry - very good) |
B | 4 & 4.5 (Dobry - good) |
C | 3 & 3.5 (Dostateczny - Satisfactory) |
F | 1-2 (Nie Dostateczny - Unsatisfactory) |
- Use straight grades only and convert to the 4.5 scale.
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Doktor from a recognized institution.
Romania
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of Diploma de Licenta or Professional title from a recognized university;
- A minimum grade of 7 on a 10 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Romanian Scale |
---|---|
A | 9-10 |
B | 7-8 |
C | 5-6 |
F | 1-4 |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Russian Federation
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Diplom spetsialista from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 4 on a 5 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
Russian Scale | Indigenous Grade Descriptor | English Grade Descriptor | UM Scale |
---|---|---|---|
5 | oтлично | Excellent | A |
4 | xорошо | Good | B |
3 | yдовлетворительно | Satisfactory/Pass | C |
Зачет | Pass | Pass | |
2 | неудовлетвори-тельно | Unsatisfactory | F |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Kandidat or Kandidat nauk from a recognized institution.
Saudi Arabia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of B or 80% in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Saudi Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 95-100% |
A | 90-94% |
B+ | 85-89% |
B | 80-84% |
C+ | 75-79% |
C | 70-74% |
D | 60-69% |
F | 0-59% |
- Note that grading scales may differ slightly, but most institutions will indicate the grading scale on the official transcripts.
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree from a recognized institution.
Serbia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Diploma visokog obrazovanja from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 8 on a 10 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Serbian Scale |
---|---|
A | 9-10 |
B | 8 |
C | 7 |
D | 6 |
F | 1-5 |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Magistar nauka from a recognized institution.
Singapore
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of an Honours Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of B or Credit in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Singaporean Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 90-100% (Excellent) |
A | 80-89% (Excellent) |
B+ | 75-79% (Credit) |
B | 70-74% (Credit) |
C+ | 65-69% (Good) |
C | 60-64 (Good) |
D | 50-59%(Pass) |
F | 0-49% (Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Slovakia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of Magister, Inzinier, Absolvent vysoke skoly or equivalent from a recognized institution
- A minimum grade of Velmi Dobry or 2 on a reverse grading scale of 5 in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Slovakian Scale |
---|---|
A | 1 (Vyborne - excellent) |
B | 2 (Velmi dobry - very good) |
C | 3 (Dobry - good) |
F | 4/5 (Nevyhovel - fail) |
- A grade of Zapocitane or Credit/Passed may be awarded in some courses. There is no letter grade assigned to this result.
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Doctor of Philosophy degree from a recognized institution.
South Africa
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of an Honours Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 70% or a standing of Second class, Division 1 in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | South African Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 87-100% (First Class / Distinction) |
A | 75-86% (First Class / Distinction) |
B+ | 73-74% (Second Class, division 1) |
B | 70-72% (Second Class, division 1) |
C+ | 60-69% (Second class, division 2) |
C | 50-59% (Third Class) |
F | 0-49% (Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree from a recognized institution.
Taiwan
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of B or 70% in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Taiwanese Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 90-100% |
A | 80-89% |
B+ | 75-79% |
B | 70-74% |
C+ | 65-69% |
C | 60-64 |
D | 50-59% |
F | 0-49% |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Thailand
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 3.0 on a 4.0 point grading scale in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Thai Scale |
---|---|
A | A |
B | B / B+ |
C | C / C+ |
D | D / D+ |
*To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's Degree from a recognized institution.
Tunisia
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a licence, maîtrise or a 4-Year Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 12 or Assez Bien in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Tunisian Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 18-20 |
A | 16-17 |
B+ | 14-15 |
B | 12-13 |
C+ | 11 |
C | 10 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Master's degree from a recognized institution.
Turkey
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Lisans diplomasi or Muhendis diplomasi from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of Iyi, 7 on a 10 point grading scale or B equivalent in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Turkish Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 10 (93-100% - Pek iyi) |
A | 9 (85-92% - Pek iyi) |
B+ | 8 (75-84% - Iyi) |
B | 7 (65-74% - Iyi) |
C+ | 6 (57-64% - Orta) |
C | 5 (50-56% - Orta) |
F | 0-4 (0-49% - Gecmez) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Yuksek Lisans Diplomasi or Yuksek Muhendis Diplomasi from a recognized institution.
Ukraine
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Dyplom spetsialista (Specialist diploma) or Dyplom magistra (Master diploma) from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 4 on a 5 point grading scale or Good in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Ukrainian Scale |
---|---|
A | 5 (Excellent) |
B | 4 (Good) |
C | 3 (Satisfactory) |
D | 2 (Unsatisfactory) |
F | 1 (Fail |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Dyplom Pro Prysudzhenia Naukovogo Stupenia Kandydata Nauk (Diploma of Doctor of Sciences) or Master equivalent from a recognized institution.
United Arab Emirates
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a 4 year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university;
- A minimum grade of 3.0 on a 4 point grading scale or good in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Emirati Scale |
---|---|
A | 90-100% (4.0 or Distinction) |
B | 80-89% (3.0 or Very Good) |
C | 70-79% (2.0 or Good) |
D | 60-69% (1.0 or Pass) |
F | 0-59% (0 or Fail) |
To convert from a 4.0 scale to a 4.5 scale, first calculate the GPA on a 4.0 scale, and then convert to a 4.5 scale for the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) using the following calculation:
Calculated GPA/4 = x/4.5
If letter grades have both +’s and -’s then use the following conversions:
U.M. Scale = U.A.E. Scale |
A = A+ |
A- = A |
B+ = B+ |
B = B |
C+ = C+ |
C = C |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree in the fields of Engineering, Business or Environmental Sciences from a recognized institution; for all other disciplines, there is currently no Master’s degree equivalent.
United Kingdom
For entrance into the Master's program:
Please note that the education system varies between regions within the United Kingdom. A very general description is provided below, however, it is recommended that you contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies for further information regarding applications from the United Kingdom.
- Successful completion of an Honours bachelor degree from a recognized institution within England, Ireland and Wales; OR, successful completion of an Honours bachelor degree or Master’s degree from a recognized university within Scotland (in many cases, a master’s degree is the first higher education degree offered in Scottish institutions);
- Grading systems may vary greatly within the United Kingdom, however the British marking system is harsh in general; a suggested minimum grade of B or equivalent or a standing of Second class, lower division is required in the last two years of study where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | British Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 86-100% (First Class) |
A | 72-85% (First Class) |
B+ | 60-71% (Second class, upper division) |
B | 53-59% (Second class, lower division) |
C+ | 45-52% (Third Class) |
C | 38-44% (Third Class) |
F | 0-37% (Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree or equivalent where said degree requires successful completion of a first degree for admission from a recognized institution.
Venezuela
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of Licenciatura or Titulo profesional from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 7 on a 10 point grading scale or 14 on a 20 point grading scale in the last two years of study.
UM Scale | 7pt Scale | 20pt Scale |
---|---|---|
A+ | 10 | 19-20 |
A | 9 | 16-18 |
B+ | 8 | 15 |
B | 7 | 14 |
C+ | 6 | 12,13 |
C | 5 | 10,11 |
F | 1-4 | 0-9 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Maestria from a recognized institution.
Vietnam
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of a Bang tot nghiep cu nhan (with a minimum 4 years of study) or Bang tot nghiep dai hoc (with a minimum 4 years of study) from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 7 on a 10 point grading scale or Good / Binh / Kha in the last two years of study, where the typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Vietnamese Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 10 |
A | 9 |
B+ | 8 |
B | 7 |
C+ | 6 |
C | 5 |
F | 0-4 |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master's program) plus successful completion of a Thac sy or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Zimbabwe
For entrance into the Master's program:
- Successful completion of an Honour’s Bachelor degree from a recognized institution;
- A minimum grade of 70% with a standing of Second class, upper in the last two years of study, where a typical grading scale is:
UM Scale | Zimbabwean Scale |
---|---|
A+ | 90-100% (First Class) |
A | 80-89% (First Class) |
B+ | 75-79% (Second Class, upper) |
B | 70-74% (Second Class, upper) |
C+ | 60-69% (Second Class, lower) |
C | 50-59% (Third Class, lower) |
F | 0-49% (Fail) |
For entrance into the PhD program:
- Requirements listed above (see Master’s program) plus successful completion of a Master’s degree or Master of Philosophy from a recognized institution.
Reference materials
British Council's International Guide to Qualifications in Education
NAFSA: Handbook on the Placement of Foreign Graduate Students
NAFSA: A Guide to Educational Systems Around the World
U.B.C. Graduate Admissions Requirement
UNESCO International Association of Universities
World Education Series (WES)