Grading

Refer to the University Calendar for more details about the University of Alberta's evaluation procedures and grading system.

Fixed Grading

In the Fall 2016, the Undergraduate Program(s) in the Faculty of Nursing moved to a fixed grading scale. Faculties may define acceptable grading practices in their disciplines. Such grading practices must align with the University of Alberta Policies and Procedures Online (UAPPOL) and its procedures.

Refer to Fixed Grading for more information.

Foundational Minimum Pass (FMP)

In September 2018, the Faculty of Nursing implemented a minimum pass grade (C+) in foundational courses. As per the University Calendar, Academic Standing and Graduation under heading Academic Performance: 1b: "Students wishing to proceed in the Nursing program must achieve a grade of at least C+ in the foundational Nursing courses. A student who has not passed all foundational courses may not be able to progress. [...].

The following courses are designated Foundational Minimum Pass (FMP) courses:

  • After Degree: NURS 316, 334, 335, 344, 416
  • Bilingual: ANATE 140, MICRE 133, NURS 125, 216, PHSYE 152, SC INF 223
  • Collaborative: MMI 133, NURS 106, 116, 120, 124, 125, 216, 220

Refer to Foundational Minimum Pass for more information

Clinical Course Pass/Fail

In the Fall 2017, the Undergraduate Program(s) in the Faculty of Nursing amended all clinical courses before the fourth year to be assessed as a pass/fail rather than marked components. The grade is assigned to courses with P (Pass) or F (Fail) by assessing if students are meeting the competencies required for the clinical course. An unsatisfactory rating at the summative clinical evaluation will result in a failure of the course. Clinical failure is defined as consistent clinical behaviors that fail to demonstrate a level of competency within current placement in the program.

The following courses are designated pass/fail clinical Nursing courses:

  • After Degree: NURS 335, 345, 431, 433, 435, 437
  • Bilingual: NURS 110, 225, 321, 323, 325, SC INF 221, 327
  • Collaborative: NURS 221, 225, 321, 323, 325, 327