UTM APEL CENTER
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APEL C
What is APEL C?
Credit Award
APEL (C) is the award of credits for the prior experiential learning towards a course in an accredited programme of higher education provided (HEP).
Credit Count
Awards of credits under APEL (C) do not involve the transfer of grades and will be counted towards the total credit requirement for graduation.
Credit Guarantee
Under APEL C individuals are allowed to obtain a maximum of 30% of total graduating credit in addition to the credit transfer provision on the existing formal credit transfer policy.
Why APEL C?
Recognizes nonformal and informal learning
Allows up to 30% credit transfer from total graduating credits
Reduces repetitive learning
Encourages admission of adult learners to higher education programs
Save the cost of study
Save time to complete study programs
How To Apply?
Application for APEL C will undergo three-stage process
Download the APEL C Handbook
Pre-Assessment
First Stage
Candidate submits the details of your prior learning and experiences relevant to the course that you wish to apply through the APEL C system. Your application will be reviewed by an advisor.
APEL C Assessment
Second Stage
If your application is successful, you will be invited to attend the APEL C examination (there are fees imposed for the examination). To satisfy the requirement of credit awards, the learner must be able to demonstrate an achievement of at least 50% of each Course Learning Outcome.
APEL C Credit Transfer
Third Stage
If you pass the APEL C Test, you will be awarded with APEL credits for the course.
Offered Courses
Eligibility
Who entitled to apply?
All registered students of UTM with term and condition.
No minimum age requirement
Courses from UG, PG and Diploma programmes conducted via coursework and mixed modes.
Local and International students are entitled to apply.
Conventional or APEL(A) route mode of entry
For all courses except for final year project, thesis and dissertation
Fees
Local
Student
Processing Fees
Processing Fees
RM 100
/ per applications
Transfer Credit Fees
RM 100
/ per credit hours
Appeal Fees
RM 100
/ per applications
*All fees paid are non-refundable.
International
Student
Processing Fees
Processing Fees
RM 300
/ per applications
Transfer Credit Fees
RM 200
/ per credit hours
Appeal Fees
RM 200
/ per applications
*All fees paid are non-refundable.