The
result achieved in a subject, whether through continuous assessment or in an
examination, is generally expressed in a 0
to 20 grading scheme.
The
lowest passing grade is 10.
ECTS is given if, at least, a 10
is obtained.
(3) ECTS grading scale
|
Local Grading Scheme
|
Numerical value
|
ECTS Grade
|
Definition
|
|
Excellent
|
17-20
|
A
|
Outstanding
performance with only minor errors.
|
|
Very good
|
15-16
|
B
|
Above the average
standard but with some errors.
|
|
Good
|
13-14
|
C
|
Generally sound work
with a number of notable errors.
|
|
Satisfactory
|
11-12
|
D
|
Fair but with
significant shortcomings.
|
|
Sufficient
|
10
|
E
|
Performance meets the
minimum criteria.
|
|
Failed
|
<10
|
F
|
Some more work required before the credit can be
awarded
|
|
|
|
Fx
|
Considerable further
work is required.
|
*Local
grades are converted into ECTS grade based on the numerical value of the results
achieved in the evaluations defined for each subject or course unit.
ISCAC|
Coimbra Business School, for both fail grades, uses normally "F", not "Fx".
ECTS grades "A" to "E" are entitled the award of credits, and grades "Fx" and
"F" have zero credit. |
