RPL Checklist


Students must submit the documents/information mentioned below along with their Application for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and the sections of the RPL form must be completed. Assessment of the application will be delayed in case of having incomplete information, until the required information is received. Documents in a language other than English must be translated and certified by a translator registered with the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI).

This checklist must be completed and attached to your RPL application before it will be accepted.

A Complete Formal Certificate/Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Degree

Where an approved pathway exists:

  • Certified copy of academic transcript/results (Non VU students only)
  • Certified copy of Letter of Completion OR Certified copy of graduation certificate
  • Detailed Completed Pathway.

Where NO approved pathway exists:

  • Certified copy of academic transcript (results) 
  • Certified copy of Letter of Completion OR Certified copy of graduation certificate 
  • Certified copies of unit descriptions for those units that form the basis of claims for credit. These descriptions must include the unit content, number of class hours and assessment completed 

 Completed individual units of study in other University/institution:

  • Certified copy of academic transcript (results) 
  • Certified copies of unit descriptions for those units that form the basis of claims for credit. These descriptions must include the unit content, number of class hours and assessment completed 

Relevant work experience:

  • Copy of resume/curriculum vitae 
  • Copy of relevant position descriptions 
  • Statement explaining how duties undertaken satisfy the learning outcomes of the units in which credit is being sought, Statement from relevant Supervisor/Manager specifically referencing claims against the learning outcomes and Certified copy of related certificates/awards.