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For each set of grade boundaries the maximum number of available marks and the size of the unit in Guided Learning Hours (GLH) is also shown.  \nDefinition of terms  \nAll the grade boundaries for our BTEC externally assessed units are given in ‘raw’marks. A raw mark is the actual mark awarded by our examiners for an assessment. Raw mark scores can be downloaded by Exams Officers from Edexcel Online.  \nA grade boundary is the minimum mark at which a grade can be achieved. For example, if the grade boundary for a Distinction is 29, then 29 is the minimum mark at which a Distinction can be achieved. A mark of 28 would therefore be a Merit.  \nIn order to calculate the overall qualification grade, unit results are combined by converting unit grades into points scores.  \nYou can find out more about raw marks and points scores at:  \n[https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/support-topics/results](https://qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/support-topics/results)certification/understanding-marks-and-grades.html  \nOwner: VQ Assessment Page 2 of 12 Version 1.0  \nConverting marks to points  \nUnit results for BTEC Level 3 National qualifications are reported on a 5-point grade scale: Distinction (D), Merit (M), Pass (P), Near Pass (N) and Unclassified (U) . Raw marks from the external units are converted into points based on performance in the assessment. The point scores available for each external unit at grade boundaries are as follows:  \n\n|  | Unit Size |  |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n|  | 90 GLH | 120 GLH |\n| Unclassified | 0 | 0 |\n| Near Pass | 6 | 8 |\n| Pass | 9 | 12 |\n| Merit | 15 | 20 |\n| Distinction | 24 | 32 |\n\nPoints are awarded on a sliding scale between the grade boundaries based on the number of raw marks achieved by each learner. For more information on calculating qualification results please see section 9 of your BTEC Nationals specification.  \nJune 2025  \nAll the material in this publication is copyright © Pearson Education Ltd 2025  \nOwner: VQ Assessment Page 3 of 12 Version 1.0  \n| BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Aerospace and Aviation Engineering | GLH | Max Mark | D | M | P | N | U |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 31706X-Unit 1: Engineering Principles | 120 | 80 | 64 | 41 | 19 |  | 0 |\n\n\n| BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Agriculture | GLH | Max Mark | D | M | P | N | U |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 20065K-Unit 1: Professional Working Responsibilities | 120 | 60 | 39 | 28 | 17 | 8 | 0 |\n| 20066K-Unit 2: Plant and Soil Science | 120 | 80 | 51 | 35 | 20 | 10 | 0 |\n| 21321L-Unit 3 Contemporary Issues in the Land-based Sectors | 120 | 64 | 49 | 34 | 19 | 9 | 0 |\n\n\n| BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Animal Management | GLH | Max Mark | D | M | P | N | U |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 31644H-Unit 1: Animal Breeding and Genetics | 120 | 80 | 56 | 40 | 25 | 12 | 0 |\n| 31645H-Unit 2: Animal Biology | 120 | 80 | 51 | 36 | 21 | 10 | 0 |\n| 31646H-Unit 3: Animal Welfare and Ethics | 120 | 60 | 40 | 31 | 22 | 13 | 0 |\n\n\n| BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Applied Human Biology | GLH | Max Mark | D | M | P | N | U |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 21325L-Unit 1: Principles of Applied Human Biology | 90 | 80 | 52 | 37 | 23 | 11 | 0 |\n| 21327L-Unit 3: Human Biology and Health Issues | 120 | 60 | 40 | 29 | 19 | 9 | 0 |\n\n\n| BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Applied Law | GLH | Max Mark | D | M | P | N | U |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| 20168K-Unit 1: Dispute Solving in Civil Law | 90 | 60 | 42 | 30 | 18 | 9 | 0 |\n| 20170K-Unit 3: Applying the Law | 120 | 72 | 59 | 45 | 32 | 19 | 0 |\n\nOwner: VQ Assessment Page 4 of 12 Version 1.0  \n| BTEC Level 3 Nationals in Applied Psychology | GLH | Max Mark | D | M | P | N | U |\n| --- | ","cbCaipAMM2UGPh8i","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaipAMM2UGPh8i","pdf",293778,12,"English","# Grade Boundaries - June 2025\n## External assessments for BTEC Level 3 Nationals\n## Definition of terms\n## Converting marks to points\n## Grade boundary tables by qualification and unit","[{\"question\":\"What is a raw mark in BTEC externally assessed units?\",\"answer\":\"A raw mark is the actual mark awarded by examiners for an assessment. Raw mark scores can be downloaded by Exams Officers from Edexcel Online.\"},{\"question\":\"How is a grade boundary used to determine the grade?\",\"answer\":\"A grade boundary is the minimum mark needed to achieve a grade. For example, if the Distinction boundary is 29, 29 is the minimum for Distinction and 28 falls into the next lower grade.\"},{\"question\":\"How are unit results converted into qualification grade points?\",\"answer\":\"Unit results are combined by converting unit grades into point scores. Raw marks from external units are mapped onto the relevant points at the grade boundaries, then awarded on a sliding scale between those boundaries.\"}]","Grade Boundaries - June 2025 - BTEC Level 3 Nationals External Assessments | PDF"]