Second Class Degree

A Second Class Degree is a classification awarded to university students upon graduation, indicating they achieved satisfactory academic performance but did not reach the highest standard. It is typically divided into two categories: Upper Second Class (2:1) and Lower Second Class (2:2). These classifications help employers and institutions gauge a graduate’s academic achievement relative to other graduates. In essence, a Second Class Degree reflects competent performance and solid understanding of the subject, falling below the top tier (First Class) but still representing a respectable accomplishment in higher education.