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Universities in Australia

Grading intelligence

Grading systems used at Australia universities

27 universities use a percentage-based scale
Scale range
0.0–7.0
Top grade
HD = 7.0

e.g. Australian Catholic University (ACU)· Australian National University (ANU)· Bond University

9 universities use a percentage (no grade points) scale
Scale range
0.0–4.0
Top grade
HD = 0.0

e.g. Curtin University· Deakin University· Edith Cowan University (ECU)

2 universities use a letter-grade scale
Scale range
0.0–7.0
Top grade
HD = 7.0

e.g. Flinders University· University of Queensland (UQ)

Each Australia university stores its own grading scheme — including any plus/minus subdivisions, custom cut-offs, and scale maxima — so you don’t need to convert your GPA manually. Pick your university and the calculator applies the correct conversion automatically.

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These 37 calculators have had their grading scheme checked against the university’s own published policy — the table the calculator applies is the table the institution prints:

Australia GPA Calculator FAQs

Common questions students from Australia ask about calculating their GPA with GPAWise.

Which grading scale do Australia universities use?
Across the 38 universities we list in Australia, 27 universities use a percentage-based scale (0.0–7.0), 9 universities use a percentage (no grade points) scale (0.0–4.0), and 2 universities use a letter-grade scale (0.0–7.0). Each sets its own cut-offs, so your GPA reflects your specific institution rather than a generic conversion. Examples in our listing include Australian Catholic University (ACU), Australian National University (ANU), and Bond University.
What is considered a good GPA at Australia universities?
On Australia's most common 7-point scale, a GPA of about 5.3 is generally considered good and 6.1 or above excellent; many graduate programs look for at least 5.3. Because each university sets its own cut-offs, treat these as planning figures — your registrar may round or weight credits differently.
Is GPAWise free for students in Australia?
Yes — GPAWise is completely free for students in Australia, with no signup, no email, and no ads. Your GPA inputs stay in your browser, scoped to this site, for 60 days from your last visit — they're never sent to a server unless you choose to submit feedback.
How accurate is the GPA calculation for Australia institutions?
For the courses and credits you enter, the calculator applies each Australia university's official grading scheme so the result matches your transcript. Australia uses the 7-point GPA / WAM, and differences usually come from special credits (audit, withdraw, transfer) or rounding rules your registrar may apply differently.
Can I see what semester GPA I need next semester to hit a target?
Yes — every per-university page on GPAWise has a Target GPA calculator (linked from the regular calculator's result card) that tells you the average semester GPA you'd need across your remaining credits to reach a goal. It uses the same institution-specific grading scheme.