Raffles UNIVERSITY

Accreditation Of Prior Experiential Learning For Access

Please register your account once you obtain APEL-A Documents from MQA

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APEL-A (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Access) is a program designed to recognize the knowledge and skills gained through informal and non-formal learning experiences. It allows individuals to gain access to higher education programs based on their prior learning experiences. APEL-A is suitable for those who may not meet the traditional entry requirements for higher education but have significant work experience or other relevant learning.

Initial Inquiry: Contact the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) or the respective higher education institution to express your interest in the APEL-A program.
Self-Assessment: Complete a self-assessment form to evaluate your prior learning and experiences.
Documentation: Gather and submit the required documentation, including evidence of your work experience, training, and other relevant learning.
Assessment: Undergo an assessment process, which may include a portfolio review, interviews, or other evaluation methods.
Outcome: Receive feedback on your application and, if successful, gain admission to the desired higher education program.

Access to Higher Education: Provides an opportunity for individuals to access higher education programs without traditional academic qualifications.
Recognition of Experience: Validates and recognizes the knowledge and skills acquired through work and life experiences.
Cost and Time Efficiency: Saves time and money by allowing individuals to bypass certain courses or modules based on their prior learning.
Career Advancement: Enhances career prospects by enabling individuals to gain formal qualifications that align with their professional experience.

Find Out The Application Process

Registration

Fill up your basic info for account registration. The system will seek admin approval.

Portfolio Submission

Submit relevant documents and portfolio items for verification.

Payment

The system will notify the user of the payment process

Aptitude Test

Notification for physical aptitude test in Raffles University APEL-A Centre

Interview*

Notification for physical interview session* (For postgraduate programme only)

Official Enrolment

Users could officially enrol on the Raffles University programme once they pass all the assessments.

Raffles University

Raffles University is a practice-oriented university with intensive curricula and practical hands-on experiences that prepares students for their future careers.