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3rd class degree or ordinary degree - how to put it on CV?

I am predicted a third or an ordinary degree due to learning difficulties.

If I recieved a third class degree, how could I put it on my CV? Is it:

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BSc (Hons) Course Name (3rd)

•

BSc (Hons) Course Name (3rd Class)



Or should I just don't put the degree classification?

Obviously, an ordinary degree is without the 'Hons'.

I hope you can help me out.
Reply 1
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Nambi
11
I wouldn't bother putting it on. I'd just say

BSc Whatever
Reply 2
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decadence
7
2009: BSc (Hons) Course Name

If they ask further, say the classification, but dont volunteer any information.
Reply 3
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pink_cait
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I don't know about classes or whatever, but make sure you put that you suffer from learning difficulties
pink_cait
I don't know about classes or whatever, but make sure you put that you suffer from learning difficulties


I can't see that fitting in anywhere on a CV. :/

Your CV is for selling yourself, it's not recommend to put in anything negative about yourself.
pink_cait
I don't know about classes or whatever, but make sure you put that you suffer from learning difficulties


I'd advise the opposite. Learning difficulties don't need to be mentioned on a CV.
Learning difficulties are mentioned on applications or Equal Opportunities forms NEVER on CVs. You dont have to disclose it if you dont want to. I agree with decadence, just put you have a degree with the start year and the graduation year.
I wouldn't bother.
johnb1987
I am predicted a third or an ordinary degree due to learning difficulties.


Without being too nosey (and I certainly don't mean to be insensitive) but didn't you get any support during your time at university? Disabled Students Allowance? Exam concessions? Tutorial support? Shame if you didn't. I know these don't always compensate.

Are you predicted that based on your performance so far (which has been hampered by learning difficulties) or are they simply predicting a third because you have learning difficulties. Probably the former but it's not clear so thought I'd check.
Reply 9
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IGX_RSV2
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Put "BSc (Hons) Course Name"

Leave the classification out of it.
As suggested above, for a Hons degree put

2006-09 Someplace University, BSc (Hons) Basket Weaving


For an ordinary degree

2006-09 Someplace University, BSc Basket Weaving


As the advert used to say, don't make a drama out of a crisis :smile:
I got a third and I work in the big4 in Tax. A degree is invaluable.
Original post by Jackinthebox1
I got a third and I work in the big4 in Tax. A degree is invaluable.


:congrats: you bumped a 6 year old thread

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