Grading Questions

I'm struggling to find information on the Open University website and was wondering if anyone can clarify some questions for me please?

I've just finished 2 modules for the BSc in Psychology and Counselling.
- For module 1 I got a score of 76.
- For module 2 I got a score of 73.
Both of these modules are indicated as a "pass" on my study record. Am I right in thinking that I will be either marked a "pass" or a "fail" and not anything else (e.g., "distinction", "merit" etc.)? If there are other levels, does anyone have the information for what they would be for individual modules please?

I have recently found out that some modules don't count towards your final grade, how do I find out which modules this applies to?

Final question (I'm so sorry), what percentage counts as a first, 2:1 etc for The Open University?

Thank you in advance to anyone who can answer my questions. I know I had a few more but I've spent hours at my laptop and have fried my brain somewhat.

Reply 1

Veet Voojagig

If they are Stage 1 modules, they tend not to distinguish between passes Grade 1-4 because it does not count towards your final degree classification. Usually it will be a much simpler Distinction/Pass/Fail. Once you get to Stages 2 and 3, then your result will be graded Pass 1 (85% - First/Distinction), Pass 2 (70% - 2:1), Pass 3 (55% - 2:2), Pass 4 (40% - 3rd), Fail.