Boundary Zones
A student whose average overall mark falls within 2% below the borders between degree classifications and who have accrued the necessary credits will be considered for the higher award as long as the following are satisfied:
- For the award of distinction, all course units must have been passed at the first attempt without any compensation.
- 120 out of 180 credits are equal to/ or higher than the final award.
The boundary zones are as follows:
| Classification | Classification thresholds: average mark | Boundary zone average |
| Distinction | 70.0 | 68.0 to 69.9 |
| Merit | 60.0 | 58.0 to 59.9 |
PGT – D. Boundary Zones