Question 1

How is South Africa's GPA or CGPA calculated?

Accepted Answer

Each course's grade points are multiplied by its credit units and the total is divided by the total credit units, producing a credit-weighted APS on the NSC achievement levels.

Question 2

What is the maximum value on South Africa's scale?

Accepted Answer

The NSC achievement levels runs to a maximum of 7, reported to 0 decimal places. Final marks are rounded down if the first decimal is below 5 and up if it is 5 or above.

Question 3

Which grades count toward South Africa's APS?

Accepted Answer

Every course you register for and receive a grade in counts, including failed courses, unless your institution's regulations state otherwise. Always check your own handbook.

Question 4

Can I edit the scale for my own institution?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Any preset can be copied to a Custom scale and its grade points edited to match your institution's policy, while the original source link and last-verified date stay visible.

South Africa APS Calculator