Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)
Learning can occur in many different ways, from personal and professional experience, or from undertaking formal courses of study.
It is possible to use learning gained from these experiences as credit against new study, which may allow you access to a course, or, in some cases, exemption from a course of study. Any learning gained from experience or prior formal study must be able to be assessed in order for it to be credited against any new study.
Where learning is gained from personal/professional experience, this is known as Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL).
It is important that you discuss the possibility of APL before commencing your course with us. Course leaders can provide information regarding the APL process, and discuss the possibility of making a claim. Please note that there will be a charge for claiming APL this year.
All applications for APL should be submitted and processed before you commence your course. Failure to do so will delay course registration.
For all APL enquires or information please contact Anita Savage-Grainge tel: (01904) 321669 or email anita.savagegrainge@york.ac.uk
