Credit for recognised learning (Advanced standing)

Did you know you can receive credit for prior learning or work experience? Find out how much credit you could receive.

Advanced standing is also known as recognition of prior learning, credit for recognised learning and credit transfer.

You could receive credit if you have:

• already studied units (subjects) listed in your desired course
• work experience that matches the degree requirements.

If this applies to you, your previous learning may be recognised and matched against a similar unit in your intended course. This means you may be exempt from doing part of the course and you could finish your degree in a shorter amount of time.

How to apply

Before applying for Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL), you must first apply for your desired course. Depending on your course structure, you may be eligible to apply for credit for specific units or elective units.
Once submitted, your CRL application will be assessed, and you will be notified via Official Communication/email. If you have previously completed units or a course for which Curtin has an established precedent, your CRL will be included in your letter of offer.

International Students:
If you are an international student, your CRL application will be assessed alongside your course application and noted in your letter of offer.

Unit transfers between Curtin courses

If you transfer from one Curtin course to another Curtin course, any units you have already completed will be recorded on your study plan. You do not need to include these in your advanced standing application. If unit transfers do not appear on your study plan after you are notified of the advanced standing outcome, please submit an enquiry.