He obtained a second-class degree in classics in 1877, and then studied medicine, obtaining his medical degrees in 1882.

He obtained a second-class degree in Literae Humaniores in 1841.

His early academic career was not spectacular, and he graduated with a second-class degree from East London College in 1934.

She graduated with a second-class degree in English in 1917.

Potter achieved only a second-class degree in English language and literature.

After the final examinations at Ibadan in 1953, Achebe was awarded a second-class degree.

He had a liking for sport, but was also an avid reader, and obtained a second-class degree in jurisprudence and modern history in 1870.

He graduated with a second-class degree from Balliol College, Oxford.

Hayman had poor credentials and only a second-class degree; he was opposed by most of the staff.

He obtained a second-class degree, graduating in 1910, and was made a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society in the following year.