On course to a university programme with prior learning recognition

APEL.A enables individuals with work experience to pursue higher education if they lack the formal academic qualifications needed for normal entry into university programmes.

Use your prior learning experience to fulfil the admission criteria for Veritas University College’s (VUC) undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The APEL.A approach will systematically identify, document and assess your prior experiences to determine whether you possess the required aptitude for entry into your chosen programme of study.

VUC is an MQA-approved APEL.A Assessment Centre. APEL.A is available to all Malaysians to support the nation’s efforts to enhance its human capital capacity. It could also be a catalyst for elevating people’s productivity and income.

On course to a university programme with prior learning recognition

APEL.A enables individuals with work experience to pursue higher education if they lack the formal academic qualifications needed for normal entry into university programmes.

Use your prior learning experience to fulfil the admission criteria for Veritas University College’s (VUC) undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The APEL.A approach will systematically identify, document and assess your prior experiences to determine whether you possess the required aptitude for entry into your chosen programme of study.

VUC is an MQA-approved APEL.A Assessment Centre. APEL.A is available to all Malaysians to support the nation’s efforts to enhance its human capital capacity. It could also be a catalyst for elevating people’s productivity and income.

APEL.A in 5 steps

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Check the Requirements

Make an Application

Revise for the Test

Attend the Assesments

Pass and Gain Admission

APEL.A in 5 steps

Scroll down for more details.

Check the Requirements

Make an Application

Revise for the Test

Attend the Assesments

Pass and Gain Admission

Step 1

CHECK THE REQUIREMENTS

Diploma

Bachelor

Master

MAKE AN APPLICATION

In order to begin your APEL journey, just complete our online application form or visit our Learning Centres.

Step 2

Step 3

REVISE FOR THE TEST

After your application has been completed, you may begin to study for our assessment test. If you’re wondering where you can find the appropriate materials to study for the test, do not fret! We provide preparatory resources on our website that will help propel you to success.

ATTEND THE ASSESMENT

Assessment Component Description:
Bachelor Master
Aptitude Test Subjects:

  • Bahasa Malaysia
  • English Language
  • Numeral Literacy
  • General Knowledge, Critical Thinking and Digital Literacy
  1. 30% weightage
  2. 40 MCQs (10 per subject)
  3. Required competency level: SPM or equivalent
  4. 2hr
  1. 40% weightage
  2. 75 MCQs and 5 essay questions (all subjects)
  3. Required competency level: Diploma or equivalent
  4. 2hr 30min
Portfolio to show evidence of work experience/prior experiential learning 70% weightage 50% weightage
Interview Not required  10% weightage

Step 4

Step 5

PASS AND GAIN ADMISSION

When you pass all the assessment components, you can proceed to apply for your chosen programme of study.

Step 1

CHECK THE REQUIREMENTS

Diploma

Bachelor

Master

Step 2

MAKE AN APPLICATION

In order to begin your APEL journey, just complete our online application form or visit our Learning Centres.

Step 3

REVISE FOR THE TEST

After your application has been completed, you may begin to study for our assessment test. If you’re wondering where you can find the appropriate materials to study for the test, do not fret! We provide preparatory resources on our website that will help propel you to success.

Step 4

ATTEND THE ASSESMENT

Assessment Component Description:
Bachelor Master
Aptitude Test Subjects:

  • Bahasa Malaysia
  • English Language
  • Numeral Literacy
  • General Knowledge, Critical Thinking and Digital Literacy
  1. 30% weightage
  2. 40 MCQs (10 per subject)
  3. Required competency level: SPM or equivalent
  4. 2hr
  1. 40% weightage
  2. 75 MCQs and 5 essay questions (all subjects)
  3. Required competency level: Diploma or equivalent
  4. 2hr 30min
Portfolio to show evidence of work experience/prior experiential learning 70% weightage 50% weightage
Interview Not required Not required

Step 5

PASS AND GAIN ADMISSION

When you pass all the assessment components, you can proceed to apply for your chosen programme of study.

What is your next step?

Apply in person at any of out Veritas Learning Centres or register with the link provided.
GOT MORE QUESTIONS ABOUT APEL.A?

Contact APEL Centre or visit any of Veritas learning centres across the country.

FAQ

GOT MORE QUESTIONS ABOUT APEL.A?

Contact APEL Centre or visit any of Veritas learning centres across the country.

FAQ

ACCREDITATION OF PRIOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING FOR ACCESS [APEL.A] APPLICATION FORM

Instruction:

1. Applicants must first register on MQA’s APEL Portal at https://www2.mqa.gov.my/apel_a/ and choose Veritas University College (VUC) as the APEL Assessment Centre (PPA).

2. Applicants must thereafter complete below VUC’s APEL.A Application form for further necessary action by VUC’s APEL.A Unit.

    Full Name as in NRIC/Password

    Correspondence Address

    NRIC/Passport No.

    Gender

    Contact Number

    Intended Field of Study

    APEL.A Category (Select the relevant option)

    Highest Academic Qualification* (For T-7, Master’s Level only)

    ACCREDITATION OF PRIOR EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING FOR ACCESS [APEL.A] APPLICATION FORM

    Instruction:

    1. Applicants must first register on MQA’s APEL Portal at https://www2.mqa.gov.my/apel_a/ and choose Veritas University College (VUC) as the APEL Assessment Centre (PPA).

    2. Applicants must thereafter complete below VUC’s APEL.A Application form for further necessary action by VUC’s APEL.A Unit.

      Full Name as in NRIC/Password

      Correspondence Address

      NRIC/Passport No.

      Gender

      Contact Number

      Intended Field of Study

      APEL.A Category (Select the relevant option)

      Highest Academic Qualification* (For T-7, Master’s Level only)