APEL.C

Transform Your Experience
into Academic Credit Recognition

APEL.C is a mechanism that recognises knowledge, skills and competencies acquired through work experience, professional practice and prior learning for academic credit award.

EXPERIENCE

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RECOGNITION

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ACADEMIC CREDIT

What is APEL.C?

APEL.C allows students to obtain academic credit based on knowledge and skills acquired through:

Work
Experience

Skills and knowledge gained through employment.

Industry
Practice

Practical exposure and contributions in your professional field.

Professional
Training

Courses, certifications and professional development programmes.

Workshops &
Seminars

Knowledge gained from attending or participating in industry events.

Other Non-Formal
& Informal Learning

Learning acquired through life experiences and self-learning.

Up to 30% Credit Award

The maximum percentage of credit award through APEL.C is 30% of the total graduating credits of a specific programme of study in INCEIF.

Who Can Apply?

You are eligible if you are:

  • A registered INCEIF student
  • Enrolled in a coursework programme / Mixed-mode programme
  • Applying for selected Master’s level courses

You are not eligible if you are:

  • Enrolled in a research-based programme
  • Applying for courses that have already been completed or graded
  • Applications without sufficient and relevant evidence

Available Programmes & Courses

APEL.C is available for selected Master’s level courses within the following programmes:

Executive Masters in Islamic Finance (eMIF)

Eligible Courses

  • Islamic Economic System and Institutions (ECN5023)
  • Islamic Banking Practices (BKG5113)
  • Islamic Capital Market (FIN5113)

Masters in Islamic Finance Practice (MIFP)

Eligible Courses

  • Islamic Economic System and Institutions (ECN5023)
  • Islamic Banking Practices (IBS5013)
  • Islamic Capital Market (FIN5044)

Master in Business Administration (Sustainable Business) (MBA)

Eligible Courses

  • Business Economics (ECN5113)

Masters of Science in Islamic Finance (MSc)

Eligible Courses

  • Economic for Islamic Finance (FN5123)
  • Islamic Banking (BK5503)
  • Islamic Capital Market (FN5603)

Assessment Methods

INCEIF may assess applications using either Challenge Test or Portfolio Assessment. The suitability of the method will be determined by INCEIF according to the courses to ensure the method used is sufficient, reliable and suitable to assess the course learning outcomes.

Challenge Test

Students will be required to sit for a test to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.

View Challenge Test Details →

Portfolio Assessment

Students submit evidence to demonstrate their knowledge, skills and competencies.

View Portfolio Assessment Details →

APEL.C Journey

The APEL.C application is completed in 5 main stages. Students will be given the option to appeal once the results are released.

01

Self-Assessment

Complete self-assessment and submit a 500-word report.

02

Submit
Application

Submit application form and supporting evidence.

03

Assessment

Assessment will be conducted via Challenge Test or Portfolio Assessment.

04

Result

Credits awarded and recorded as CT (APEL).

05

Appeal
(Optional)

Appeal may be submitted if applicable.

APEL.C Student Guidebook

Need the full APEL.C process guide?

Download the APEL.C Student Guidebook for detailed steps, requirements and assessment guidance.

View Student Guidebook →

APEL.C Assessment Fees

Below are the applicable fees for Malaysian and international students.

Assessment Item Malaysian International
Self-Assessment Initial eligibility review RM70 USD30
APEL.C Application Formal application and assessment process RM500 USD150
Appeal Applicable only when an appeal is submitted RM100 USD40

Subject to change without prior notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is APEL.C?

Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Credit Award (APEL.C) is a mechanism that recognises knowledge, skills and competencies acquired through work experience, professional practice, training and prior learning. Eligible students may be awarded academic credit for selected courses where they can demonstrate achievement of the relevant course learning outcomes.

Who can apply for APEL.C?

APEL.C is open to eligible INCEIF students who:

  • A registered INCEIF student
  • Enrolled in a coursework programme / Mixed-mode programme
  • Applying for selected Master’s level courses
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APEL.C is not applicable to research-based programmes or courses that have already been completed and graded.

How many credits can be awarded through APEL.C?

The maximum credit award through APEL.C is 30% of the total graduating credits of a programme of study, subject to INCEIF policies and the requirements prescribed by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

Will APEL.C affect my CGPA?

No. Credits awarded through APEL.C are recorded as CT (APEL) in the academic transcript and are not included in the calculation of the student’s Grade Point Average (GPA) or Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA).

When should I submit my APEL.C application?

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application during the first year of study.

How long does the assessment process take?

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application during the first year of study.

What is the difference between Challenge Test and Portfolio Assessment?

Challenge Test uses direct testing, while Portfolio Assessment evaluates submitted evidence of competencies.

Need guidance on APEL.C?

Our APEL advisors are here to support you through your APEL.C journey.

[email protected]

+603 7651 4164 (Mr. Sasi)

+603 7651 4088 (Mr. Hisham)

INCEIF University, Kuala Lumpur

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Challenge Test Details

Demo content for APEL.C Challenge Test assessment method.

The Challenge Test is designed to assess whether the applicant has achieved the course learning outcomes through prior learning, work experience or professional practice.

Assessment Format

Demo content: written test, case-based questions or structured assessment.

Evaluation

Demo content: evaluated based on achievement of course learning outcomes.

Note: This is demo content. Replace this section with the final Challenge Test details later.

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Portfolio Assessment Details

Demo content for APEL.C Portfolio Assessment method.

The Portfolio Assessment allows students to submit evidence that demonstrates knowledge, skills and competencies gained through prior learning and experience.

Evidence Submission

Demo content: work samples, certificates, reports, project evidence or training records.

Assessment Review

Demo content: evidence is reviewed against the relevant course learning outcomes.

Note: This is demo content. Replace this section with the final Portfolio Assessment details later.