Sweden uses a six-level grading scale introduced in 2011: A, B, C, D, E and F. Grades A–E are passing, while F means the student has not met the knowledge requirements. A dash (–) is given if there is no basis for assessment at all.
The grade levels
- A — the student demonstrates very good knowledge
- B — between A and C
- C — the student demonstrates good knowledge
- D — between C and E
- E — the student demonstrates acceptable knowledge
- F — the student has not met the knowledge requirements
Point values
When calculating merit value, each grade is assigned a point value: A = 20, B = 17.5, C = 15, D = 12.5, E = 10, F = 0. These points are summed for the 16 (or 17) best subjects.