ABU Remedial Students: How Your Final Results Will Be Computed - 90% Attendance Required

Ahmadu Bello University has issued an important notice to all remedial students explaining how final grades will be calculated. Understanding this grading breakdown is crucial for your success.

Grading Breakdown

For Subjects WITH Practical Components

• Comprehensive CA Tests: 15%
• Weekly practical work: 15%
• Mid-Sessional Exam: 20%
• Final Examination: 50%

For Mathematics & English (No Practicals)

• Comprehensive CA Tests: 20%
• Mid-Sessional Exam: 30%
• Final Examination: 50%

Critical: 90% Attendance Required

Remedial students must maintain at least 90% attendance to sit for final exams (unless documented legitimate reasons).

Success Tips

• Aim for 100% attendance - don't rely on 90% minimum
• Maximize CA marks (15-20% easy points)
• Take mid-session seriously (20-30% of grade)
• Track your attendance carefully

Source: Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria