Grade needed on the exam
Find the exam grade you need to pass or reach your target grade.
How it works
Final = current × (1 − weight) + exam × weight. So the exam grade needed = (target − current × (1 − weight)) / weight.
Results are for guidance only and do not replace professional advice.
Worked example
With the default values:
- Current grade (coursework)11
- Exam weight in the final grade (%)60
- Target final grade12
- Out of20
you get:
- Exam grade needed12.67 / 20
- VerdictYou can do it!
- As a percentage63.3 %
- To just pass (half marks)9.33 / 20
Frequently asked questions
How does the “Grade needed on the exam” tool work?
Final = current × (1 − weight) + exam × weight. So the exam grade needed = (target − current × (1 − weight)) / weight.
What do I need to enter?
Just fill in: current grade, exam weight in the final grade, target final grade, out of. The result updates as you type.
Can you give an example?
Current grade (coursework): 11; Exam weight in the final grade (%): 60; Target final grade: 12; Out of: 20 → Exam grade needed: 12.67 / 20; Verdict: You can do it!.
Is this calculator free, and is my data private?
Yes. HOD Calc is completely free with no sign-up. The calculation runs in your browser: nothing you type is sent or stored.