Transferring To, Within, and From The School
Policy Statement
The School is committed to supporting student mobility by providing clear, fair and transparent arrangements for transferring to, within, and from the School. We recognise prior learning and experience through established RPL and RPE regulations, apply consistent admissions and academic judgement, and offer structured support to help students understand academic, financial and regulatory implications throughout the transfer process.
Principles
- Student-Centred: Transfer processes are designed to support students’ academic progression, wellbeing and informed choice at every stage.
- Fair: Decisions are applied consistently and without bias, ensuring equality of opportunity for all applicants.
- Transparent: Transfer routes, criteria, timescales and outcomes are clearly communicated and easily accessible.
- Recognition-Focused: Prior learning and experience are valued through robust RPL and RPE frameworks.
- Academically Sound: Transfers are approved through academic judgement to maintain programme coherence and standards.
- Supportive: Dedicated guidance is provided to help students understand academic, financial and regulatory implications.
- Timely: Transfer decisions are made within clear timeframes to minimise disruption to students’ studies.
- Consistent: Policies align with institutional regulations and external requirements.
- Accountable: Decisions are documented and based on clear evidence, ensuring regulatory compliance and traceability.
- Flexible: Transfer arrangements accommodate diverse learner journeys while safeguarding academic integrity.
Regulatory Context
This Policy has been developed in line with the applicable laws, regulations, regulatory advice, and sector best practices, including the following:
| Authority | Name | Url |
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| UK Government |
Higher Education and Research Act 2017 (HERA)
A UK legislation that reformed the higher education and research sector, particularly by establishing the Office for Students and UK Research and Innovation. |
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| Office for Students (OfS) |
Regulatory framework for higher education in England
This framework outlines OfS' primary aim to ensure positive outcomes for students, including access, success, and progress in higher education. It covers quality academic experience, progress into employment, and value for money. |
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| Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) |
The Quality Code
This code represents a shared understanding of quality practice across the UK higher education sector, protecting public and student interests and championing the UK's reputation for quality. |
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| Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) |
Higher education: consumer law advice for providers
Advice to help higher education providers understand their responsibilities under consumer protection law, especially regarding undergraduate students. |
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| Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) |
Making Use of Credit: A Companion to the Higher Education Credit Framework for England
This framework determines the use of credits for courses, measures student workload, facilitates transferability, and ensures eligibility for graduation by reflecting both contact hours and independent study requirements. |
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| QAA |
Achieving credit transfer at scale: An analysis of UK university policies
Analysis of UK universities’ credit transfer and recognition of prior learning policies. |
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Transferring from Another Higher Education Institution
We welcome students who wish to transfer to our academic programmes from another higher education institution. The process is straightforward, and our Student Success Team is available to assist you with any questions you may have. They are available at studentsuccess@lsi-ac.uk To ensure transparent transfer processes and student support. |
1. Explore Our Programmes: Please visit our website to check our available academic programmes, their start dates, and entry criteria. 2. Admissions Regulations: Please see our Admission and Registration Regulations and Admissions Policy. 3. Credit Transfer: You may be eligible to transfer credits under our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Recognition of Prior Experience (RPE) Regulations. The Student Success Team can advise you. 4. Application Process: To apply, please submit your application through our Admissions Portal. Ensure you check the entry criteria and include: o Evidence of RPL/RPE under the Regulations above, if this is applicable, including transcripts and portfolios. Please access the RPL/RPE Regulations above; o What you have studied to date and your reasons for transferring in your personal statement; o A reference from someone at your current institution and predicted grades 5. Transfer Timing: Applications to transfer can generally only be made at the beginning of a programme. Applicants should check any implications this will have on the financing of their programmes, including student loans. Transfer timings will be subject to a combination of factors including programme structure, module requirements, and RPL/RPE exemptions. Please contact our Student Success Team for further guidance on this. To enable informed decision-making through clear programme availability, timing and entry requirements. |
Please also read our Module, Progression, and Award Regulations on how awards are calculated. Please contact the Student Success Team if you have any questions on awards. To provide infromation on award and progression outcomes. |
Transferring to Another Programme within the School
Under our Admissions and Registration Regulations, students may transfer to another programme or mode of study with the approval of the Director of Education. 1. Initial Discussion: It is advisable to discuss your intention to transfer with your Programme Leader, Personal Academic Tutor (PAT), and the Student Success Team. However, you may also approach the Director of Education directly, explaining your reasons for the transfer. 2. Director’s Decision: The Director’s decision will be based on various factors, including entry criteria. 3. Transfer Date and Implications: If your transfer is approved, the effective transfer date will consider programme structure, module requirements, and RPL/RPE exemptions. The Student Success Team will also be able to assist you with this process. Additionally, your Maximum Registration Period (MRP) will be recalculated based on the effective enrolment date of your previous programme or mode of study. To manage academic continuity, credit alignment and registration period accuracy. |
Transferring to Another Provider from the School
Students wishing to transfer to another educational provider should consult the relevant programme and admissions information of the new institution. It is also important to discuss your situation with someone at that provider for tailored assistance, and to review their RPL and RPE requirements. Our Student Success Team is available to support you throughout the transfer process, which includes providing advice on financial matters such as student loans, references, a letter confirming your last day at our institution, and, if applicable, a transcript and credit certification. Please also see the Credit Accumulation Regulations on credits. The Team will arrange a meeting with you once you inform them you wish to transfer and will help you with the process. Important: Please maintain your attendance in your current course while you prepare for your transfer. International Students: If you are an international student seeking to transfer to another institution, we strongly encourage you to speak with the Student Success Team for further guidance. To provide coordinated academic and administrative support during transfer. |
Further Resources
Student Finance England: https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-student-finance/change-an-application UKVI, visa and CAS: https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/course To direct students to authoritative guidance on funding changes during transfer and provide information on visa implications and sponsorship requirements. |
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.
Transfer Application Decision Timeliness
Ensure 95% of transfer applications receive a formal decision within 20 working days. Timely decisions reduce uncertainty for students, support academic continuity, and demonstrate efficient, transparent transfer processes. |
Transfer Student Support Satisfaction
Achieve a 90% or higher satisfaction score for support provided during the transfer process. High satisfaction reflects the quality of guidance, communication and student-centred support arrangements. |