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Grades, credits and certificates

The grading system used at Lund University varies according to the faculty and programme. We use the internationally recognised European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). Use the links below to find out more about grades, credits and degrees.


Degrees and academic credits

Education at Lund University is internationally recognised and in line with the ECTS credit system. Find out more about types of degrees and credits.

Degrees and academic credits


Grading system

At Lund University we have five different grading scales. Find out which grading scale applies to you and what your rights are in relation to grading.

Grading system


Credit transfer

If you can demonstrate that you have already achieved the learning outcomes of a particular course/course component, you may be able to transfer credits.

Credit transfer during studies


Academic transcripts/transcripts of records

Find out more about the student administration system Ladok and how you can print out verifiable transcripts of records. You can also get a signed copy.

Transcript of records from Ladok


Degree certificate

When you have completed your degree studies with us, it is time to apply for your degree certificate. 

Apply for a degree certificate