Holmes Institute Credit Transfer, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Articulation Agreements
Holmes Institute recognizes relevant previous experience when enrolling new students through Credit Transfer, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Articulation Agreements. Employing efficient pathways between programs and qualifications, Holmes Institute has developed a comprehensive approach to credit and articulation arrangements that allow students to gain maximum benefit from their VET/TAFE and Higher Education studies

Credit Transfer is the assessment of a student's previous academic work/study undertaken to determine whether those studies are of equal depth and academic rigour as subjects and courses offered at Holmes Institute. Credits are usually awarded for previous study in a directly related area to the course the student wishes to enrol in. Depending upon the level of previous study, namely at certificate IV, diploma, advanced diploma or degree level, Holmes Institute offers different amounts of credits. The amount of credits also differs depending on the standing of the awarding institution.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL is the assessment of knowledge and skills developed through other learning, informal studies or work-related learning. Through RPL it is determined whether the skills and knowledge contribute to meeting the learning outcomes and assessment criteria of a subject or course at Holmes Institute. Similar to Credit Transfer, a successful RPL application will reduce the number of subjects required to complete a course.

If the credit transfer application is successful, the number of subjects required to complete a course will be reduced accordingly. For partially completed previous study, credit may be awarded on a pro-rata basis, that is, according to the percentage of the award completed. It should be noted that credit will not be awarded for studies completed more than 10 years prior to the date of application for credit.

Credits awarded for a Degree
Up to 16 credits (subjects) can be awarded towards a Holmes Institution degree.

Credits awarded for an Advanced Diploma
Up to 10 credits (subjects) can be awarded towards a Holmes Institution degree.

Credits awarded for a Diploma

Credits awarded for a Certificate IV

Up to 4 credits (subjects) can be awarded towards a Holmes Institution degree.

Articulation Agreements
Are specified pathways between programs to provide with a transfer agreed transfer pathway.

Holmes Institute Articulation Arrangements
A number of credit arrangements are detailed below. If you hold a qualification that is not listed below but is relevant area to the degree you intend to study, you may be eligible to receive credit. Please contact the Higher Education Coordinator for your campus.

Holmes Institute Articulation

Australian Qualifications

Overseas qualifications
While students with overseas qualifications may not be awarded the above credits, we invite prospective students to apply for credit using the Credit Transfer Application Form. Alternatively, students can contact headmin@holmes.edu.au.

Overseas Articulation