LAUTECH Grading System: Grades, GPA, CGPA and Degree Classes Explained
How LAUTECH grades work, how to calculate your GPA and CGPA step by step, and the CGPA you need for each class of degree.
LAUTECH students hear about GPA and CGPA from the very first semester, but many only understand them after they've already dropped marks. Here's how the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology system works, with a worked example.
The grade bands come from LAUTECH's own grading page. The degree classes come from a copy of the school's examination regulations, so confirm them with your department.
The LAUTECH grading scale
| Score | Grade | Grade point |
|---|---|---|
| 70 to 100 | A | 5 |
| 60 to 69 | B | 4 |
| 50 to 59 | C | 3 |
| 45 to 49 | D | 2 |
| 40 to 44 | E | 1 |
| Below 40 | F | 0 |
LAUTECH's own grading page notes that the highest GPA you can get is 5.0, and you only get it by scoring an A in every course in the semester.
How to calculate your GPA
GPA = Total quality points ÷ Total credit units
Quality points for a course = grade point × credit units.
Worked example
| Course | Units | Grade | Grade point | Quality points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | 3 | A | 5 | 15 |
| Course 2 | 3 | C | 3 | 9 |
| Course 3 | 2 | B | 4 | 8 |
| Course 4 | 2 | B | 4 | 8 |
| Course 5 | 1 | A | 5 | 5 |
| Total | 11 | 45 |
GPA = 45 ÷ 11 = 4.09
How to calculate your CGPA
Add the quality points and the units from all semesters, then divide.
CGPA = Total quality points (all semesters) ÷ Total credit units (all semesters)
Do not add GPAs and divide by the number of semesters. That gives a wrong answer when your semesters have different unit loads.
For more worked examples, see our guide on how to calculate GPA and CGPA in Nigerian universities.
Degree classes
On the standard 5-point scale used in the published LAUTECH regulations:
| CGPA | Class |
|---|---|
| 4.50 to 5.00 | First Class |
| 3.50 to 4.49 | Second Class Upper |
| 2.40 to 3.49 | Second Class Lower |
| 1.50 to 2.39 | Third Class |
| 1.00 to 1.49 | Pass |
Always confirm the current boundaries with your department or the senate-approved regulations, because some copies online differ.
Tips for protecting your CGPA
- Start strong in 100 level. Early low grades are hard to repair because the units pile up.
- Register every course on time. See what to do if you forgot to register a course.
- Do not neglect continuous assessment. Tests and assignments can decide your grade before the exam.
- Put your best effort into high-unit courses. They move your GPA the most.
- Avoid carry-overs. See how to deal with carry-overs.
- Track your CGPA every semester. Do not wait until 400 level.
More strategy: how to graduate with First Class in a Nigerian university.
Check your own CGPA
Doing the sums by hand every semester gets tiring. The MonoEd GPA tools will do it for you: enter your courses, units and scores and you'll see your GPA, CGPA and what you need next. Use the LAUTECH 5-point scale from the table above.
After the grades
Good results are the start. Later you'll look for a SIWES placement and keep a logbook (here's how to fill it, and the MonoEd SIWES Logbook can help), then write your SIWES report and your final year project. You can browse project topics by department any time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the LAUTECH grading system?
A 5-point scale. A is 70 to 100 (5 points), B is 60 to 69 (4), C is 50 to 59 (3), D is 45 to 49 (2), E is 40 to 44 (1) and F is below 40 (0).
What is the pass mark?
On the published scale, 40 is the lowest score that earns a grade point (E). Some sources describe 45 (D) as the minimum pass for a course, so ask your department.
What CGPA is a First Class?
4.50 to 5.00 on the published scale.
How do I calculate my CGPA?
Multiply each course's grade point by its units, add the quality points from every semester, and divide by the total units.
Is LAUTECH on a 4.0 or 5.0 scale?
5.0.
What happens if my CGPA is low?
Universities set minimum CGPAs for staying in good standing. Ask your department about the probation and withdrawal rules.
About the Author
Mohammad-Jamiu B. Balogun, GMNSE
AI Security Researcher · Founder, MonoEd Africa
Mohammad-Jamiu is a First-Class Telecommunications Engineer and Best Graduating Student, BUK '24, and an AI security researcher. He founded MonoEd Africa to give Nigerian students AI-powered academic tools — from SIWES logbooks to final year projects. His work has reached over 10,000 students across Nigeria.
