莱佛士大学
APEL
CENTRE
ACCREDITATION OF PRIOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING (APEL)
In 2024, Raffles University established the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) Centre to support continuous professional development. This initiative addresses the escalating need for lifelong learning in an evolving job market by providing a structured pathway for adult learners to gain formal recognition for their prior experiential learning. The APEL Centre allows professionals to convert their work experience or informal learning into academic credits, bridging the gap between practical experience and formal education.
The establishment of the APEL Centre aligns with Raffles University’s goal towards FutureU through continuous professional development. Through this initiative, Raffles University reaffirms its dedication to fostering an inclusive and flexible educational environment.
联系我们
APEL CENTRE
Ms Low See Mei
Head of Apel Centre
Email: ApelCentre@raffles-university.edu.my
APEL. C
is a formal assessment process that evaluates non-formal and informal learning — such as work experience, short courses, self-learning (e.g. MOOCs), or life experience — for credit transfer within an accredited academic programme, allowing you to reduce your study load, save on tuition fees, and graduate faster.
- It is vital for applicants to understand that APEL.C is not an easy shortcut to obtaining academic credits. The process requires a rigorous demonstration of actual learning. Applicants should also be aware that failure to meet the required standards may result in serious consequences.
- To avoid unnecessary disappointment and unsuccessful applications, it is important for applicants to be informed that they are not eligible to apply for courses they have already taken, failed, or that fall under final year projects. Additionally, each course is only eligible for one application attempt.
APEL. C Criteria
- Enrolled in an accredited programme
- Relevant prior experiential learning matching programme outcomes
- Programme must not be previously taken, failed, or currently enrolled
- Positive recommendation from appointed APEL(C) Advisor
- Minimum 50% achievement in each programme outcome required
- Able to pay application and assessment fees
- Complete self-assessment and submit 500-word learning report
Masters Programme
- Master of Design (ODL)
本科学士课程
- 管理商学学士（荣誉学位）
- 商业学学士（会计）（荣誉学位）
- 供应链管理学士（荣誉学位）
APEL. C PROCESS
1
INFORMATION GATHERING AND INITIAL CONSULTATION
2
ADVISORY CONSULTATION AND COURSE SELECTION
3
SELF-ASSESSMENT AND ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION
4
FORMAL APPLICATION AND FEE PAYMENT
5
ASSESSMENT PHASE
6
RESULTS PROCESSING AND CREDIT AWARD
常见问题
APEL.A, which stands for APEL for Access, is used to gain entry into a programme of study based on your prior experiential learning, while APEL.C, or APEL for Credit Award, allows you to receive credit transfers for specific courses within a programme you’re already enrolled in. Essentially, APEL.A helps you get into the programme, while APEL.C helps you skip courses you have already mastered through experience.
You can apply for APEL.C at any time during your studies, though it is recommended to submit your application during your first year of study for maximum benefit. However, you cannot apply for courses you have already registered for, completed, or are currently taking, nor can you apply for final year projects, dissertations, or courses you have previously failed and need to repeat.
APEL.C recognises learning gained from various sources including work experience and professional practice, short courses and workshops, professional development programmes, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), self-directed learning and independent study, volunteer work and community involvement, as well as professional certifications and training programmes. It is important to remember that the assessment focuses on the learning you have gained from these experiences, not just the experiences themselves.
There are two main assessment methods available for APEL.C. The Challenge Test is a proctored examination that can be written, oral, or performance-based, and it works best for subjects with clear, testable knowledge such as Accounting, Mathematics, or Languages. The Portfolio method involves creating a comprehensive document with evidence and learning statements mapped to course learning outcomes, which is more suitable for experiential, creative, or applied subjects like Management, Marketing, or Creative Arts. Your appointed APEL.C Advisor will help you choose the most appropriate method based on the nature of the course and your educational background, and you must achieve at least 50% in each course learning outcome regardless of which method you choose.
If you fail the APEL.C assessment, you cannot switch to the other assessment method for the same course, nor can you re-attempt the assessment for that particular course through APEL.C. Instead, you must complete the course through regular enrollment in your programme of study. However, you can still apply for APEL.C for other courses in your programme, and you have the right to appeal the decision through your institution’s established appeal process with a different assessor reviewing your case.
