Policy Statement
The School is committed to recognising prior learning (RPL) and professional experience (RPE) by assessing relevant skills and knowledge for academic credit. This policy ensures that applicants can gain recognition for their previous educational and professional achievements, promoting fair and inclusive access to our programmes while upholding rigorous academic standards.
Principles
- Equity and Fairness: Ensure that all applicants receive equal consideration regardless of their previous educational or professional background.
- Transparency: Clearly communicate the criteria, process, and assessment methods for RPL and RPE to all applicants.
- Rigorous Evaluation: Assess prior learning and experience against clearly defined academic standards and programme requirements.
- Applicant Support: Provide guidance and assistance to applicants throughout the RPL and RPE process to ensure they can effectively demonstrate their qualifications.
- Confidentiality: Handle all information related to applicants' prior learning and experience with the utmost confidentiality and privacy.
- Consistency: Apply the RPL and RPE criteria and procedures consistently across all applications to maintain fairness and integrity.
- Alignment with Programme Objectives: Ensure that recognised prior learning and experience align with the learning outcomes and objectives of the relevant academic programme.
- Continuous Improvement: Regularly review and update the RPL and RPE policies and procedures to reflect changes in academic and professional standards.
- Documentation and Evidence: Require thorough documentation and evidence to substantiate claims of prior learning and experience.
- Appeals Process: Provide a clear and accessible process for applicants to appeal decisions made regarding RPL and RPE assessments.
Metrics and KPIs
The following metrics will be measured and regularly reviewed as key performance indicators for the School to ensure the effectiveness of this policy and associated operations.
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