Guidance for individuals

How to use this document
This guidance document isn’t designed to be read cover to cover, instead we want you to use it as a flexible resource to find out what you need to know.
Pick out the sections with particular relevance to you and what you need to know.

RPL Guidance for Individuals

Checklist of things to consider when applying for RPL

Think about what you might need to think about when starting out in academic study

The checklist of things to consider when undertaking study alongside work includes a variety of different considerations:

  • What course should I study?
  • How do I want to study?
  • Where do I want to study?
  • Is it the right time for me?
  • How long will study take to complete?
  • How much will it cost?
  • Can I get financial support?
  • How might my force support me?
  • Where will I study at home?
  • What equipment will I need?
  • What is a University going to expect from me?
  • What has worked well for others?

Links to more information

Click here to find out more about different Learning styles.

Click here to find out more about different funding options.

Click here to find out more about the different programmes available through the Higher Education Institution and Registered Qualification Provider Directory.

Click here for a Glossary of terms used.