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From: Germany (1.0–5.0 (1=best))To: UK classificationStatus: estimate
Unofficial estimate for planning. Different systems mark differently, so we map achievement level (not raw percentage). Official applications need a credential evaluation.
Converting Germany grades for study in United Kingdom
Applying to a United Kingdom university with a Germany transcript means translating your marks into the local system: UK classification. Enter your grade above for an instant estimate, and use the full table below to see how each band maps.
Germany → United Kingdom at a glance
| 1.0–5.0 (1=best) | UK classification (est.) |
|---|---|
| 1 | First-Class (1st) · ≈ US A |
| 1.7 | Upper Second (2:1) · ≈ US B+/A- |
| 2.3 | Lower Second (2:2) · ≈ US B |
| 3 | Third (3rd) · ≈ US C |
| 4 | Fail |
How the United Kingdom system works
UK ENIC (formerly UK NARIC) issues Statements of Comparability, and universities assess transcripts directly. UK degree classes are broad bands — a First is genuinely exceptional.
Is it competitive?
Most United Kingdom master's programmes look for the equivalent of a US 3.0+ (an upper-second / good average), with competitive and funded programmes wanting more. Convert first, then check each programme's stated minimum. For a credit-weighted multi-course result, use the WES iGPA calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How do Germany grades convert to the United Kingdom system?
We map your Germany grade to a US 4.0 equivalent, then into United Kingdom's own scale (UK classification) using standard credential-evaluation bands. It's an unofficial estimate — see the table above for the full mapping.
Is this an official conversion?
No. Use it for planning and shortlisting. UK ENIC (formerly UK NARIC) issues Statements of Comparability, and universities assess transcripts directly. UK degree classes are broad bands — a First is genuinely exceptional.
What Germany grade do I need to study in United Kingdom?
It depends on the programme, but a strong upper-tier %s result (roughly a US 3.0+ equivalent) is competitive for most master's programmes; selective and funded programmes expect more.