Juris Doctor Degree Classification

Grading of Law Courses

The grading policy at NUS Law for a class of reasonable size (20 or more) is generally as follows:

A+, A, A-	B+, B	B-, C+, C	D+, D, F
20-25%	35-40%	35-40%	0-5%

However, this does not mean that 20-25% of students in a particular class are guaranteed “A+, A, A-” grades.

Grading is not based solely on individual performance, but also on relative performance (i.e. compared to other students in a particular class).

Note that this grading policy applies only to NUS Law and should not be interpreted as a statement of NUS grading policy generally.
 

Degree Classification

Successful completion of the JD programme leads to the award of the following classes of degrees: JD (Highest Distinction), JD (Distinction), JD (Merit) and JD.

For purposes of seeking admission to the Singapore Bar, students must attain at least a JD (Merit) to be considered a Qualified Person under the Legal Profession (Qualified Persons) Rules. Please click HERE

Degree Classification	Criteria
JD (Highest Distinction)	Cumulative Weighted Numerical Average for all courses taken at NUS that is equivalent to a grade of A- or better.
JD (Distinction)	Cumulative Weighted Numerical Average for all courses taken at NUS that is equivalent to a grade of B or better.
JD (Merit)	Cumulative Weighted Numerical Average for all courses taken at NUS that is equivalent to a grade of C or better.
JD	Complete the number of units required for a JD degree but do not qualify for JD (Highest Distinction), JD (Distinction) and JD (Merit).