Credit Points Calculator
Work out how many subjects or credit points you need each semester to finish your degree within a target number of years.
Your results
Calculation breakdown
- Points per semester
- (total points − completed points) ÷ semesters remaining
Worked example
A 144-point degree with 48 points completed and 8 semesters left needs (144−48) ÷ 8 = 12 credit points per semester.
Assumptions
- Doesn't account for prerequisites or subject availability — check your course structure for sequencing rules.
How this calculator works
Enter your degree's total credit points, the credit points already completed, and how many semesters you have left to see the average load needed per remaining semester.
Frequently asked questions
What's a typical full-time credit point load?
Many Australian bachelor degrees use 24 credit points per semester as a standard full-time load (commonly four 6-point subjects), but this varies by institution.
What if I've already completed more than my total?
The calculator will show zero points remaining, meaning you've met or exceeded your degree's credit point requirement.
Does this account for prerequisites?
No, it only does the arithmetic on credit points — check your course structure for any subject sequencing requirements.