UniSQ recognises that military service provides a range of training and valuable work experiences. At UniSQ we want to recognise you for that knowledge and service through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
What is RPL?
With recognition of prior learning, you could be given credit for prior studies and work experience which will reduce the duration of your program – allowing you to graduate sooner!
How much RPL can I receive?
We recognise that everyone’s service is unique, and training can differ between each member. To help, UniSQ assesses the Initial Employment Training (IET) courses and promotion courses delivered by the ADF.
The amount of credit available is dependent on the duration of your IET and the rank you achieved during your service. We understand that everyone’s service is unique, so we assess each person's training credits individually.
Find out more about the process of recognition and use the guide below for an overview of common cases of recognition in our Bachelor of Business. The ranks also include the RAAF and RAN equivalency.
Units provided below belong to our Bachelor of Business (Emergent Leadership Major) and Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management Major). Please note that the below is only a guide for the Bachelor of Business, you may be eligible for recognition in other programs at the University, we encourage you to complete the RPL process as part of your consideration for study.
| Rank |
Recognition |
| Private |
IET 4 Months – 1 unspecified elective credit
IET 6 Months – 3 unspecified elective credit
IET 12 Months – 4-credit UniSQ minor plus 1 unspecified elective credit (5 total credits)
IET 18 Months – 4-credit UniSQ minor plus 4 unspecified elective credits (8 total credits)
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| Lance Corporal |
Equivalent Private credits based on your IET training, plus:
MGT2002 - The Balanced Manager |
| Corporal |
Equivalent Private credits based on your IET training, plus:
MGT2002 - The Balanced Manager
MGT3011 - Leading for a Brighter Tomorrow |
| Sergeant and Warrant Officers |
Equivalent Private credits based on your IET training, plus:
MGT2002 - The Balanced Manager
MGT3011 - Leading for a Brighter Tomorrow
MGT2301 - Keeping People Safe and Well*
MGT3001 - Global Management**
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* For members who have served in a Human Resources-focussed role.
** For members where they have undertaken an international exercise/deployment.
IET - Initial Employment Training
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RPL for Officers
Officers are encouraged to apply through the RPL process for selected courses of study, UniSQ assesses the Initial Employment Training (IET) courses and promotion courses delivered by the ADF when assessing the application for recognition.
Officers who have served a minimum of a 6 year return of service to the ADF can also use this experience as an entry pathway into the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration (GCBA) or Graduate Certificate of Business (GCBU). Entry into other postgraduate qualifications may also be available.
