ECTS workload calculator
How many hours of work your ECTS credits represent, in total and per week.
How it works
1 ECTS credit = 25 to 30 hours of work (classes, self-study, exams). Self-study = total workload − class hours.
Results are for guidance only and do not replace professional advice.
Worked example
With the default values:
- ECTS credits30
- Hours per credit27.5 h (average)
- Weeks (classes + study + exams)20
- Class hours per week22
you get:
- Total workload825 h
- Per week41.3 h
- Self-study per week19.3 h
- Per day (5 days)8.3 h
Frequently asked questions
How does the “ECTS workload calculator” tool work?
1 ECTS credit = 25 to 30 hours of work (classes, self-study, exams). Self-study = total workload − class hours.
What do I need to enter?
Just fill in: ects credits, hours per credit, weeks, class hours per week. The result updates as you type.
Can you give an example?
ECTS credits: 30; Hours per credit: 27.5 h (average); Weeks (classes + study + exams): 20; Class hours per week: 22 → Total workload: 825 h; Per week: 41.3 h.
Is this calculator free, and is my data private?
Yes. HOD Calc is completely free with no sign-up. The calculation runs in your browser: nothing you type is sent or stored.