Compare your number of backlogs or failed-course attempts with a maximum explicitly published by the programme you are researching. The useful output is not just the number: it is the number together with the assumptions and eligibility checks that can change what you should do next.
What this calculator uses
The inputs on this page are Your backlog / failed-course count, Published maximum count, Is that maximum explicitly published?. The calculation uses the values you enter for Your backlog / failed-course count, Published maximum count, Is that maximum explicitly published? and returns the planning output described by the tool.
How to read the result
Do not treat consultant folklore as a programme rule. If the university does not publish a numeric maximum, verify directly before excluding yourself.
What the number does not prove
An admissions pre-screen can identify published gaps, but it cannot guarantee admission. Programme-specific prerequisites, document review, capacity and holistic selection can still control the outcome.
Best next step
Use the result to identify the exact programme requirement that needs verification next, then check the institution’s current admissions page before paying an application fee.