This article explains the distinction between Attended and Earned ECTS credits, helping students understand how each is recorded and used in academic progress and graduation requirements.
Attended ECTS refers to the total number of credits for the courses you have registered for and attended, regardless of the outcome.
Earned ECTS, on the other hand, refers to the credits you have successfully completed—these are the ones that count toward your degree requirements.
Attended ECTS reflects your overall academic activity, while Earned ECTS shows your progress toward graduation.
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