APEL.C

Use your work experience and prior learning experience as your mode of entry to an academic qualification

APEL.C (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Credit Award) is a national initiative by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) that allows learners to gain course exemptions based on relevant work experience, training, or informal learning. Instead of repeating subjects you have already mastered in your career, APEL.C validates that prior knowledge and converts it into academic credits—saving time and reducing the cost of completing your qualification.

SEGi College Subang Jaya APEL.C Centre aims to facilitate and process the applications for Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning. It is an authorised centre approved by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) to implement APEL(C). 

A pathway to recognise the learnings acquired though work experience, trainings and short courses attended

Save time and cost of completing an academic qualification

A pathway for working professionals to acquire a recognised academic qualification

Who can apply?

  • OPEN to all registered students of SEGi College Subang Jaya Master’s Degree (by Coursework / Mixed Mode), Bachelor’s Degree & Diploma programmes with relevant knowledge and skills acquired through non-formal work-related learning experience and informal training courses.
  • There are no minimum age requirements 

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    The application process

    Frequently Asked Questions

    1. What is APEL.C?

    APEL.C stands for Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Credit Award. It is a credit award for students’ prior experiential learning that is relevant and specific towards a course in an accredited programme of SEGi College Subang Jaya (and its partner universities).

    2. Can I apply for APEL.C?

    Yes, so long as you are a registered student of SEGi College Subang Jaya’s (and its partner universities’) Master’s Degree (by Coursework/Mixed Mode) or Bachelor’s Degree, Diploma or Certificate programme.

    3. I have prior working experience and/or have attended relevant short courses, should I apply?

    Yes, you are encouraged to apply based on your relevant knowledge and skills acquired through non-formal work-related learning experience and informal training courses.

    4. Is there any age limit?

    No, there is no age limit.

    5. Is APEL.C applicable to final year project and dissertation?

    APEL.C is applicable to all courses offered by the respective programme (subject to the requirements by the relevant Professional Bodies, Ministry of Higher Education and University, if any) except for final year project-based courses and dissertation.

    6. Can I apply for courses which I have already registered in my current or undertaken during the period of study?

    No, you are not eligible to apply for courses you have registered for or have undertaken.

    7. What is the maximum percentage of credit transfer through APEL.C?

    The maximum percentage is 30% of the total graduating credits of a specific programme of study. This percentage is in addition to the credit transfer provision based on the existing formal credit transfer policy.

    8. Will APEL.C credit transfer contribute to my CGPA?

    No. The credit award (without any grades) will appear in the transcript of the student as ‘CT(APEL)’.

    9. What are the process of APEL.C application?

    There are 4 stages:

    1. Pre-application
    2. Application
    3. Assessment, and
    4. Results and Appeal

    10. Who will guide me upon submission of my pre-application form?

    Advisor will guide you throughout your APEL(C) application process and assessment procedures.

    11. Who will assess my application?

    Assessor (subject matter experts/ specialists/ academic staff appointed by the relevant faculty based on courses applied) will develop the assessment instruments and evaluate the evidence submitted. 

    12.What are the types of assessment?

    (a) Challenge Test:  A challenge test can be in the form of a written test, oral examination and/or performance assessment; depending on the nature and discipline of the course. For example, the challenge tests for performing arts, public speaking and music composition, may take the form of a presentation or even skills demonstration.

    (b) Portfolio:  A portfolio is a compilation of evidence by students to show their prior experiential learning. It contains information such as learning statements, documentary evidence, a mapping of individual prior learning experience to the course learning outcomes. Students will be required to fill out the APEL(C) Portfolio Submission Form.

    13. Where can I get more information about APEL.C application?

    For further enquiries, please contact SEGi College Subang Jaya APEL.C Centre:

    +603 8600 1777
    +6016 212 9735
    [email protected]