UCC affiliated students question grading scale and CGPA outcomes- Amaagaah(Maami Water)

 

UCC affiliated students question grading scale and CGPA outcomes

Students from Colleges of Education affiliated with the University of Cape Coast say the grading system places them at a disadvantage when GPA and CGPA come under review.

Many students say the issue lies with grading cut offs, not effort or ability. They point to clear differences between UCC and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology grading structures.

Under the UCC system, an A requires scores from 80 to 100. A score between 70 and 74 earns a B. A student who scores 74 does not receive an A grade.

Under the KNUST system, an A begins at 70 and runs to 100. The same score of 74 earns an A and attracts a higher grade point.

Students describe the impact using real scenarios. You prepare for exams. You write the paper. You score 72 or 73. Under UCC rules, the grade reflects a B with a 3.0 grade point. Under KNUST rules, the same score reflects an A with a 4.0 grade point.

Students argue the difference affects GPA and CGPA over time. They say grading cut offs influence class rankings, scholarship qualification, and postgraduate admission chances.

Some critics dismiss the concerns and urge students to focus on performance. Students pushing back say the numbers speak clearly. They say grading boundaries shape outcomes even when scores remain the same.

The discussion has spread across campuses and online platforms. Students call for alignment and fairness across affiliated institutions.

Education authorities now face renewed pressure to review grading structures. Students say comparable performance should lead to comparable outcomes across the system.