Assessment of recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Previously granted RPL will be reassessed at readmission under the current RPL policy and course rules to ensure currency of knowledge and skills.

What to include in your application

You must provide the following documents with your re-admission application. Applications received without the required supporting documentation will be withdrawn:

1. A personal statement supporting your application for re-admission. To be considered, your personal statement must address each of the individual criteria outlined below:
   • Why you wish to return to the course.
   • The factors or behaviours that led to your exclusion.
   • The actions you have taken during the exclusion period to address those factors or behaviours.
   • What has changed and why the previous issues have been resolved, reduced or are now being effectively managed.
   • Your proposed study load, time commitments and approach to completing your course.
   • The university, professional and/or personal supports and strategies you will use.
   • What you will do if the circumstances that previously affected your studies recur.
2. An updated course map completed with a Student Central adviser, including your proposed enrolment plan. Please ensure your course plan reflects the correct commencing trimester If your course code or version is changing, please ensure Student Central have noted this in the comments box. Applications without a current course map will not be considered by the Committee.
3. Certified academic transcripts if you’ve studied since your previous enrolment at Deakin. Include certified copies of transcripts and evidence of completion (if applicable) from all studies.
4. Independent third-party supporting evidence demonstrating that the issues that contributed to your previous exclusion have been addressed or are no longer likely to impact your studies. This may include medical documentation, documentation from a qualified professional, or evidence of employment, volunteer work, training or further study completed during your exclusion period.

   Providing detailed and relevant evidence will help the Committee understand your circumstances and assess your plans for achieving academic success if your application for re-admission is approved.

   If independent supporting evidence cannot reasonably be obtained, explain why and provide any alternative evidence available.

   Documents in a language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.

What to include for general misconduct

Your application for readmission should:

• show how the behaviour that led to your exclusion has been successfully addressed during your exclusion period
• demonstrate that you have support/s in place prior to your potential return to study, including an outline of how you plan to manage any issues that contributed to your exclusion
• show that you have met all the outcomes and recommendations from the Student Misconduct Committee, as outlined in your outcome letter (e.g. completing Deakin modules or Safer Community sessions, seeking professional assistance from your GP, counsellor, psychologist or psychiatrist)