What is the minimum UMS required in the diploma for the UMS Mark?

• A. 320
• B. 240
• C. 280
• D. 200

Answer: (C)

The UMS Mark for a diploma is built by adding up the UMS scores from the units that count toward the diploma. A minimum total is set by the awarding body to determine eligibility for the diploma. For this diploma, that minimum total is 280 UMS. Reaching at least this amount shows you’ve achieved a baseline level of proficiency across the required units. If you fall short of 280, you wouldn’t qualify for the diploma’s UMS designation, even if individual units are passed. Scoring more than 280 is possible and would push your total higher, potentially affecting the final grade band. Among the options, 280 is the threshold, while smaller numbers don’t meet it and a larger number exceeds it but isn’t the minimum.