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What's the meaning "BSc(Hons) 1.1 degree" in Ireland

  • 21-03-2009 02:27PM
    #1
    blukee
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24 ✭


    Hi everyone,
    I know exact meaning of 1.1 degree. I just what to know what kind of benefits a graduate can take from it. Better job opportunities? or just better chance to get into master study of high reputation Universities.

    Are the employers really care of the degrees?
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  • #2
    waraf
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,310 ✭✭✭waraf


    It just means that you got the highest grade possible in your degree. It shows potential employers that you were diligent in your studies and that you understood the course that you took thoroughly. As for entry into masters degree programs, you generally don't need a 1.1. A 2.1 will usually suffice.


  • #3
    dudara
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 33,518 ✭✭✭✭dudara


    When I was in university (UCC) there was no such thing as a 1.1 degree. There were first class honours. Second class honours were subdivided into 2.1 and 2.2.

    Some employers will use degree grades to filter applicants, while other won't. If you're thinking of postgraduate work, then the quality of your degree will matter hugely.


  • #4
    testicle
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,426 ✭✭✭testicle


    dudara wrote: »
    When I was in university (UCC) there was no such thing as a 1.1 degree. There were first class honours. Second class honours were subdivided into 2.1 and 2.2.

    Some employers will use degree grades to filter applicants, while other won't. If you're thinking of postgraduate work, then the quality of your degree will matter hugely.

    A 1.1 is a first class hons degree, there is no 1.2...


  • #5
    dudara
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 33,518 ✭✭✭✭dudara


    testicle wrote: »
    A 1.1 is a first class hons degree, there is no 1.2...

    AS I thought, so why bother using 1.1? I've always said 1st Class Honours my CV.


  • #6
    blukee
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24 ✭blukee


    waraf wrote: »
    It just means that you got the highest grade possible in your degree. It shows potential employers that you were diligent in your studies and that you understood the course that you took thoroughly. As for entry into masters degree programs, you generally don't need a 1.1. A 2.1 will usually suffice.
    dudara wrote: »
    Some employers will use degree grades to filter applicants, while other won't. If you're thinking of postgraduate work, then the quality of your degree will matter hugely.

    Thanks everyone. Study hard always seems good for future career, and hopefully, it really can make life easier in the recession.

    good luck guys.;)


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