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Sociology Honours CGPA Calculator - National University | NU Grading System

Calculate your National University Sociology Honours GPA, CGPA, credit-weighted grade points, and degree classification using department-specific subjects from the NU Honours syllabus.

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About Sociology Honours CGPA Calculation

The Sociology Honours program at National University, Bangladesh offers students a comprehensive understanding of social structures, institutions, and human interaction within society. Covering classical and contemporary sociological theory, research methodology, social inequality, rural and urban sociology, gender studies, social demography, and the sociology of Bangladesh, this program equips students with the analytical tools to examine complex social phenomena. Throughout the Honours degree, students learn to apply both qualitative and quantitative research methods to study social problems, community dynamics, and institutional frameworks. GPA and CGPA are calculated according to the official NU grading system, where letter grades correspond to numeric grade points on a 4.00 scale. Students explore Bangladeshi society in depth, examining its unique social structures, cultural diversity, and development challenges. The program also covers political sociology, social psychology, deviance and crime, and industrial sociology, preparing graduates for careers in research, social policy, development organizations, academia, and public administration. With a total of 120 credits across four years, Sociology at NU provides a rigorous academic foundation for understanding and addressing the social issues facing Bangladesh and the wider world.

How This Sociology CGPA Calculator Works

The calculator converts each selected letter grade into the official NU grade point, multiplies it by the subject credit, and divides the total weighted points by total counted credits.

Sociology subjects, optional groups, practical papers, compulsory papers, and non-CGPA subjects are loaded from the department data below so the calculation matches the year-wise structure of the program.

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Grade Point Table

Marks RangeLetter GradeGrade PointPass / Fail
80–100A+4.00Pass
75–79A3.75Pass
70–74A-3.50Pass
65–69B+3.25Pass
60–64B3.00Pass
55–59B-2.75Pass
50–54C+2.50Pass
45–49C2.25Pass
40–44D2.00Pass
Below 40F0.00Fail

NU Honours Credit Distribution

YearTotal CreditsPercentage
First Year2420%
Second Year2420%
Third Year3227%
Fourth Year4033%
Total120100%

Sociology Honours Subject List by Year

Select a year below to view the Sociology Honours subject list. Choose your grades for each subject to calculate your semester GPA and overall CGPA according to the NU grading system.

CodeSubject TitleCredits
Introductory Sociology
212001|4 cr
2120014
Social History & World Civilization
212003|4 cr
2120034
Political Sociology
212005|4 cr
2120054
Social Problems
212007|4 cr
2120074
History of the Emergence of Independent Bangladesh
211501|4 cr
2115014
Choose ONE optional subject:
Introduction to Political Theory (Political Theory)
211909|4 cr
2119094
OR
Principles of Economics (Economics)
212209|4 cr
2122094
CodeSubject TitleCredits
Introductory Anthropology
222001|4 cr
2220014
Classical Social Thought
222003|4 cr
2220034
Social Statistics
222005|4 cr
2220054
Research Methodology
222007|4 cr
2220074
Political Organization and Political System of UK and USA
221909|4 cr
2219094
Bangladesh Economy
222209|4 cr
2222094
EnglishNon-CGPA
221109|4 cr
2211094
CodeSubject TitleCredits
Classical Sociological Theory
232001|4 cr
2320014
Rural Sociology
232003|4 cr
2320034
Sociology of Religion
232005|4 cr
2320054
Social Inequality
232007|4 cr
2320074
Societies and Communities
232009|4 cr
2320094
Social Structure of Bangladesh
232011|4 cr
2320114
Urban Sociology
232013|4 cr
2320134
Social Psychology
232015|4 cr
2320154
CodeSubject TitleCredits
Gender, Society and Development
242001|4 cr
2420014
Sociology of Development
242003|4 cr
2420034
Social Demography
242005|4 cr
2420054
Sociology of Environment
242007|4 cr
2420074
Sociology of Bangladesh
242009|4 cr
2420094
Social Change
242011|4 cr
2420114
Deviance and Crime
242013|4 cr
2420134
Industrial Sociology
242015|4 cr
2420154
Peasant Society
242017|4 cr
2420174
Viva-voce
242018|4 cr
2420184

Frequently Asked Questions

NU CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) measures overall academic performance across all years of an Honours program. Each subject earns a grade point (0.00–4.00) which is multiplied by its credit hours. The CGPA is the sum of all weighted grade points divided by the total credit hours (128 for Honours).
National University Bangladesh uses a 4.00 grading scale: A+ (80–100%) = 4.00, A (75–79%) = 3.75, A- (70–74%) = 3.50, B+ (65–69%) = 3.25, B (60–64%) = 3.00, B- (55–59%) = 2.75, C+ (50–54%) = 2.50, C (45–49%) = 2.25, D (40–44%) = 2.00, F (below 40%) = 0.00.
The 4-year Honours program requires 128 total credits: First Year 28 credits, Second Year 28 credits, Third Year 32 credits, and Fourth Year 40 credits. Theory subjects carry 4 credits each, practicals carry 2 credits, and the Fourth Year includes a viva-voce (4 credits). Note that some departments may have a different total credit structure (e.g., Botany 136, Economics 120).
No. English (Second Year) is a non-credit compulsory subject. It does not count toward total credits or CGPA, but you must pass it to complete the program. The calculator marks non-CGPA subjects clearly and includes them only in the passed-subject count.
A failed subject (F, below 40%) earns 0.00 grade points. Its credit hours still count in total credits, which lowers your GPA. Improvement rules depend on current National University regulations; consult the latest official examination notices for retake and transcript policies.
Classification is determined by final CGPA: First Class (3.00–4.00), Second Class (2.25–2.99), Third Class (2.00–2.24). A CGPA below 2.00 does not meet the minimum requirement for graduation.
Some departments require choosing optional subject groups. For example, Zoology First Year chooses one group (Chemistry or Biochemistry) and Second Year chooses any two. Physics First and Second Years choose one group (Chemistry or Statistics). The calculator prompts you to select before showing the subject list.
Yes. Enter actual grades for completed years and estimated grades for remaining years. The calculator will project your final CGPA and show what classification you would achieve.
It follows the official NU grading scale and weighted credit formula: Σ(Grade Point × Credit) / Σ(Credit). Verify with your college for any institution-specific variations.
Yes. Higher-credit subjects have a greater impact on CGPA. A 4-credit theory subject counts twice as much as a 2-credit practical. The calculator applies the correct weighted averaging.
Select your department, choose the academic year, pick optional groups if applicable, enter your grades for each subject, and click Calculate. Check "Overall CGPA" to calculate across all years at once.
In the first year, Sociology students can choose between Political Theory (Introduction to Political Theory) and Economics (Principles of Economics) as an optional subject. This allows students to complement their sociological training with foundational knowledge in a related social science discipline.
Yes, research methodology is a core component of the Sociology curriculum. Students take Research Methodology in their second year and gain practical skills in social statistics, survey design, qualitative methods, and data analysis, preparing them for independent research and academic careers.
Sociology graduates in Bangladesh can pursue careers in development organizations (NGOs), social research institutes, government policy planning, community development projects, academia, market research, human resources, and international organizations such as UNDP and World Bank. The analytical and research skills gained are highly valued across sectors.

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Official References

This calculator is designed around the National University Honours grading pattern and department-wise credit structure. Always verify final academic rules with current NU notices, college offices, and official published results.

  • [Source]National University Bangladesh official website
  • [Source]National University results portal
  • [Source]University Grants Commission of Bangladesh