College Connect · Recognition of Prior Learning

Global Pathway Program

Your study, professional roles, short courses and workplace learning all count. The Global Pathway Program recognises that experience, converts it into academic credit, and gives you a clear, efficient route into partner institutions in Australia and the UK.

At a glance

Program

Global Pathway (RPL)

Destinations

Australia & UK

Credit assessment

Free online calculator

Outcome

Advanced standing toward your degree

Check your credits first, then apply in minutes.

Why the Global Pathway Program

Turn experience into a head start

Save time

Credit for prior study and experience means fewer units to complete and an earlier graduation date.

Save money

Every unit of credit is a unit you do not pay tuition for. Recognition directly reduces the cost of your degree.

Keep your options open

Pathways into partner institutions across Australia and the UK, matched to your background and goals.

How it works

Four steps from experience to enrolment

1

Calculate your credits

Use our free online credit calculator to see how much recognition your study and experience could earn.

2

Pick a pathway

Submit your application with your qualifications, experience and supporting documents.

3

Receive your assessment

Our team confirms your credit outcome and matches you with partner institutions and programs.

4

Enrol with credit

Accept your offer and start your degree with advanced standing already applied.

Recognition of Prior Learning

See what your experience is worth, before you apply

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) converts formal study, professional roles, licences, short courses and workplace learning into academic credit. Our online calculator gives you an instant, obligation-free estimate.

  • Formal qualifications, completed or partial
  • Professional experience and workplace training
  • Short courses, certifications and licences
  • Instant estimate of available credit

Credit Calculator

Answer a few questions about your study and experience and get an instant estimate of the credit available to you.

Free, online and obligation free. Your result carries into your application.

What you will need

Preparing your application

  • Your credit calculator result (recommended, from the calculator above)
  • Certificates and transcripts for your qualifications
  • An up-to-date CV covering your professional experience
  • A copy of your passport photo page

Ideal for

Professionals and students with prior study or work experience who want to complete a degree in Australia or the UK sooner, and at lower cost, by having that experience formally recognised.

Where the pathway leads

Partner institutions

The Global Pathway Program connects you with partner institutions in Australia and the United Kingdom, including:

Australia

University of the Sunshine Coast

Australia

University of Canberra

Australia

University of Tasmania

Australia

Victoria University

BBK

United Kingdom

Birkbeck, University of London

Credit outcomes vary by institution and program. Your assessment will confirm the credit available to you at each partner.

Ready to put your experience to work?

Calculate your credits, then apply. Our team will assess your recognition and match you with the right partner institution.

Global Pathway Program

Apply now

Your goal
About you
Your experience

Tip: run the credit calculator first at creditcalculator.eca.edu.au and include your result. It speeds up your assessment.

Global Pathway Program

Apply now

Your goal
About you
Your experience

Tip: run the credit calculator first at creditcalculator.eca.edu.au and include your result. It speeds up your assessment.