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What is a 2:1 Honours degree and the Australian equivalent?

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A 2:1 Honours degree is shorthand for Upper Second Class Honours. It refers to the level of achievement in an undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree (usually requiring 60-69% for the cumulative grade).
link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_undergraduate_degree_classification

In Australia, there is no exact equivalent, as most universities do not differentiate level of achievement in the bachelor's degree, but require a further year of study to obtain an Honours degree. The standard of work during that year determines the level of honours (1st, 2nd, 3rd or none) which is awarded.
link https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bachelor_of_Arts

Dec 13 2008, 10:32 PM
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