1. What is a University Grade Weighting Calculator?

Definition: This calculator computes the weighted average of university grades based on their respective weights.

Purpose: It helps students determine their overall course grade when different assignments/exams carry different weights.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Grade — Individual grade percentage (0-100%)
• Weight — Relative importance of each grade (unitless)
• ∑ — Sum of all grade×weight products

Explanation: Each grade is multiplied by its weight, these products are summed, then divided by the total of all weights.

3. Importance of Weighted Grades

Details: Many university courses use weighted grading systems where different components (exams, assignments) contribute differently to the final grade.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter up to 3 grade/weight pairs. Grades should be percentages (0-100), weights should be positive numbers representing relative importance.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I know the weights for my course?
A: Check your course syllabus - it typically specifies the weighting scheme for different components.

Q2: What if I have more than 3 components?
A: You can calculate in stages - first combine some components, then add others.

Q3: Do the weights need to add up to 100?
A: No, weights are relative. The calculator normalizes them automatically.

Q4: Can I use this for GPA calculation?
A: This calculates weighted averages for percentages. GPA uses a different scale.

Q5: What if I get 0% on a weighted component?
A: The calculator will factor this in appropriately based on the component's weight.