Polytechnic GPA Calculator (4.0 Scale)
Calculate your polytechnic cumulative GPA for SP, NP, TP, RP, or NYP.
What is the Polytechnic GPA?
The polytechnic GPA is a credit-weighted grade point average on a 4.0 scale used by all five Singapore polytechnics (SP, NP, TP, RP, NYP). Your cumulative GPA across all six semesters is the primary metric for university admissions and is calculated by weighting each module's grade by its credit units.
Modules (Polytechnic — 4 scale)
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Quick Reference
- • All 5 polytechnics use a 4.0 GPA scale — A = 4.0, B+ = 3.5, B = 3.0, down to F = 0.0
- • Diploma with Distinction: GPA 3.7-4.0 | Merit: 3.5-3.69 | Pass: 2.0-3.49
- • Competitive university courses typically require GPA 3.5-3.8+
- • GPA is cumulative across all 3 years (6 semesters)
How It Works
All five Singapore polytechnics use a 4.0 GPA scale. Your cumulative GPA is calculated by multiplying each module's grade point by its credit units, summing all products, and dividing by total credit units attempted.
An A grade awards 4.0 points, B+ gives 3.5, B gives 3.0, and the scale continues down to F at 0.0. Core diploma modules typically carry more credit units than electives, giving them greater weight in your GPA.
Your cumulative GPA across all six semesters is the primary metric for university applications and employment. Maintaining consistency throughout all three years is essential.
Polytechnic Grade Point Table
Honours Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What GPA scale do Singapore polytechnics use?expand_more
All five Singapore polytechnics (SP, NP, TP, RP, NYP) use a 4.0 GPA scale. An A grade awards 4.0 grade points, B+ gives 3.5, B gives 3.0, C+ gives 2.5, C gives 2.0, D gives 1.0, and F gives 0.0.
What GPA do I need for a Diploma with Merit?expand_more
A Diploma with Merit is typically awarded for a cumulative GPA of 3.5 and above. A Diploma with Distinction is usually awarded for a GPA of 3.7 or 3.8 and above, depending on the polytechnic.
What poly GPA do I need for university admission?expand_more
University admission cutoffs vary by course and year. As a general guide, competitive courses at NUS and NTU may require a GPA of 3.5-3.8+, while less competitive courses may accept 3.0-3.5. SMU and SUTD have their own admission criteria. Check each university's indicative grade profiles for the most accurate information.
Are all modules weighted equally in polytechnic GPA?expand_more
No, modules are weighted by their credit units. Core modules typically carry more credit units than electives. Your GPA is calculated by multiplying each module's grade point by its credit units, summing the products, and dividing by total credit units.
Does my Year 1 GPA count for university applications?expand_more
Yes, your cumulative GPA across all three years is used for university applications. However, some universities may place more weight on Year 2 and Year 3 performance. It is important to maintain consistent performance throughout.
Sources
- • Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Nanyang Polytechnic — Grading systems and GPA computation
- • Ministry of Education (moe.gov.sg) — Polytechnic education framework and university admission pathways