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Postgraduate recognition of prior learning (Credit transfer)

What is recognition of prior learning (RPL)

We understand that life, interests, opportunities and a myriad of other factors can influence the study you undertake. When those factors change, you may need to refocus your study program. This is where Recognition of Prior Learning (also referred to as 'credit', ‘credit transfer’ or ‘advanced standing’) comes in.ÌýÌý

Recognition of Prior Learning is the transfer of credit towards your program from another institution. It can be granted when the courses passed at another institution are deemed equivalent to those studied at »Ê¹Ú²ÊƱ and are required for your program. You can be granted credit from more than one institution, provided that the courses studied are recognised by »Ê¹Ú²ÊƱ as being equivalent.Ìý

Recognition of Prior Learning is available in the form of Credit Transfer/Advanced Standing. For more information, please see the Glossary below.

Eligibility requirements

You may receive Recognition of Prior Learning with the approval of the if you satisfy the and Faculty Enrolment Rules.
Please note that:

  • It is essential that students submit their application for Recognition of Prior Learning prior to the start of their first term. Credit cannot be granted after the census date of your first term.Ìý
  • Block Credit will be granted based on entry with a cognate degree. Students must opt to either accept all awarded RPL or forfeit the entire RPL.
  • RPL assessments are based on the completion date of the course used for credit.Ìý
  • Courses with a successful completion date of up to 10 years can be used for credit transfer. Credit won’t be granted where the completion date exceeds 10 years.
  • Approved RPL units of credit must not exceed 50% of the minimum unit of credit required for the enrolled degree.
  • It’s not possible to apply for credit if a student has previously attempted or remained enrolled beyond the census date in the course while studying at »Ê¹Ú²ÊƱ.
  • Students enrolled in a program that consists of 24 UOC or less are not eligible for recognition of prior learning.Ìý
  • The Faculty does notÌýgive recognition of prior learning on the basis of work experience.
  • The Faculty does not provide recognition of prior learning for Thesis courses under any circumstances.

How do I submit an application?

To apply, submit an application for Recognition of Prior Learning by complet