Institutions join Grade Point Average pilot

Higher education providers from across the UK will take part in the national pilot of a ‘Grade Point Average’ (GPA) system that could be implemented alongside, or ultimately replace, the current honours degree classification. The pilot is being facilitated by the Higher Education Academy (HEA).
From November, 20 higher education providers will test a ‘national GPA system’ and examine the implications for the student experience. The 20 institutions represent a wide-range of different types of higher education providers – including universities, further education colleges, and private providers. More...