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Grading Scale 

Below is a description of the Danish 7-point grading scale as a well as a comparison with the ECTS grading scale. 

 

Danish Grade

 ECTS Grade Explanation of performance

12

A

For an excellent performance displaying a high level of command of all aspects of the relevant material, with no or only a few minor weaknesses.

10

B

For a very good performance displaying a high level of command of most aspects of the relevant material, with only minor weaknesses.

7

 C For a good performance displaying good command of the relevant material but also some weaknesses.

4

 D For a fair performance displaying some command of the relevant material but also some major weaknesses.
02
 E For a performance meeting only the minimum requirements for acceptance. 
00  FX For a performance which does not meet the minimum requirements for acceptance.
-3   F For a performance which is unacceptable in all respects.