Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you’ve received an offer to study at NIDA, you may be eligible to apply for credit towards your course based on previous study, training or relevant professional experience.
NIDA assesses each application individually under its Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy.
At a glance
| Bachelor & Master of Fine Arts | Diplomas | |
|---|---|---|
| What can be considered | Previous study, training, professional experience or other relevant learning | Previous vocational study and skills or knowledge gained through work, training or other experience |
| When to apply | After receiving an offer and as early as possible before your course commences | After receiving an offer. Application timing will be aligned with your training and assessment schedule |
| How it is assessed | Your previous learning is assessed against the requirements and learning outcomes of the relevant NIDA subject | A qualified NIDA assessor reviews your evidence against the requirements of the relevant unit |
| Outcome | Credit may be granted for one or more subjects | Credit Transfer or RPL may be granted for one or more units |
How to apply
1. Complete the application form
Identify the NIDA subject or unit for which you are seeking credit and tell us about your previous study, training or experience.
2. Provide supporting documents
Attach evidence that demonstrates your previous learning.
3. Receive your outcome
NIDA will assess your application and send you a written outcome. We may contact you if further information or assessment is required.
What documents should I provide?
Previous study or training:
- a certified academic transcript, qualification or statement of attainment
- the relevant subject, unit or course outline.
Professional or other experience
Relevant documents may include:
- a CV or résumé
- an employer or professional reference
- a position description or work statement
- a portfolio, work samples, reports, recordings or publications
- evidence of professional development or training.
Your documents should show what you completed, when and where it took place, and your individual role or contribution (if applicable).
- A maximum of 50% of your course units may be granted as credit.
- Learning completed more than 10 years before you apply will not be credited.
- Undergraduate subjects cannot be credited towards a Master by coursework degree.
- Credit is specific to the NIDA course for which it is approved.
- Credit will not be granted if it would prevent you from meeting the collaborative or industry-based requirements of your course.
- Learning completed more than 10 years before you apply will not be credited.
- You must continue to attend and participate in all classes, even if Credit Transfer or RPL is granted.
- You may be excused from some assessment activities.
- Course fees remain payable where RPL is granted.
Approved credit may reduce the duration of your course.
If your course duration changes, NIDA will issue a new Confirmation of Enrolment showing the revised duration. This may affect your student visa.
Speak with the Student Hub before applying if you need advice about possible implications for your enrolment or visa.
You will receive a written outcome advising whether:
- credit has been granted
- further information or assessment is required
- credit has not been granted.
If credit is not granted, you can appeal the decision through NIDA’s Academic Complaints and Appeals process.
Apply for Credit
Complete the application form and attach your supporting documents.
Policy and related information
- Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy
- Academic Complaints and Appeals Policy and Procedure
- Academic Complaints and Appeals Form
Need help?
Contact the Student Hub for further information or help with your application.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +61 2 9697 7686