Recognition of Prior Learning (Credit)
Applying for Recognition of Prior Learning
Students may be granted credit for recognition of prior learning (RPL) based on appropriate evidence of formal, informal or non-formal learning based on the Admission, Enrolment and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy, visit the Policy page for more.
Any RPL granted must ensure that the integrity of the course and qualification are maintained so that any graduate from a course who has received RPL can be relied upon to have achieved the course learning outcomes in the same way as graduates who did not receive RPL. If a student is successfully granted RPL, the Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure provides further detail about how applications may be made and are assessed.
ARTICULATION AND CREDIT TRANSFER REGISTER
ACAP maintains a public register of established College articulations and credit transfer precedents. Successfully completing the requirement of a listed articulation or credit transfer arrangement may result in admission and/or transfer in a defined qualification pathway. Current arrangements are provided below.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted via the Recognition of Prior Learning Form and required supporting documentation must be attached based on the type of learning your application is based on:
- formal learning: transcripts of awards or parts thereof completed in the past 10 years;
- informal and non-formal learning: a portfolio of relevant work completed in the past 3 to 5 years (see section 3.7 of the Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure)
Application Process
Application Process
Applicants must first self-assess their prior formal learning, informal and non-formal learning against the learning outcomes and content areas of the ACAP unit or units for which they are applying for recognition of prior learning
Information about credit available in different courses is available in the relevant course guide. Information about individual unit learning outcomes and assessments are available at the unit outline library where you should refer to the most recent unit outline for the unit(s) for which you are preparing your application.
Gather your evidence supporting the application (see section 3.7 of the Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure). Remember that you will need to demonstrate that you have already specifically completed the unit learning outcomes for every unit that you are claiming credit for. If you are unsure what to include please contact the relevant course coordinator for advice prior to submitting the application.
If you are applying based upon an existing articulation or credit transfer agreement, you must indicate the name of the agreement on the form.
All applications must be submitted via the Recognition of Prior Learning Form.
Complete the Recognition of Prior Learning Form the required supporting evidence.
You may be required to attend an interview, complete a challenge task, provide referee reports or provide other additional evidence as required in order for the application to be considered.
The assessor will either approve or decline your application based on the evidence supplied and you’ll be notified of the outcome within 14 working days of the application being received. Additional information for students studying on an international student visa will also be provided including any required changes to the confirmation of enrolment (see section 3.7 of the Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure).
If the application is approved credit will be recorded in the student’s academic record and assigned the applicable grade.
If the application is declined the student will need to complete the relevant unit or units as part of normal requirement of the course at ACAP. The student may appeal any decision in this process in accordance with the Student Complaints and Appeals Policy and Procedure.
Important Information
Each Higher Education course has a maximum percentage of units for which a student is able to apply for credit (see section 3.2 of the Recognition of Prior Learning Procedure).
Some specific units are not available for credit or have additional specific requirements due to professional body accreditation requirements. These are listed in the relevant course page. You should contact your course coordinator in the first instance if you have queries.
For Masters students, credit will only be granted for units completed at the same level of study (that is, at Master level) or extensive (15 years +) work experience in the field.
International students are also able to apply for credit; however, if credit is granted and as a result the course duration is shortened, their student visa may be affected. Variations in course duration must be reported by ACAP to the relevant government authorities. For questions, please contact [email protected].
Students are able to apply for credit at any time unless they have completed the unit or are enrolled in the unit at census date. Students who are enrolled in a unit at census date are liable for all fees and must meet all academic requirements to pass the unit. Check the academic calendar for census dates.
