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This agreement comprises FOUR sections:

1. Financial undertaking

I agree that:

This document binds me to pay the RPL-related costs and this amount should be paid in full before the proposed RPL assessment (e.g. challenge examination) can be arranged.
The application fee is non-refundable regardless of RPL outcome, no application will be processed without proof of payment.

I agree to the Financial undertaking terms

Yes

2. RPL assessment

I understand:

My rights and responsibilities as an RPL candidate.
The process to be followed in applying for RPL.
The duration of the RPL process.
That I must have applied for and been accepted for admission to the qualification in which I am seeking RPL access BEFORE I apply for RPL.
That my qualification cannot be awarded with distinction if any RPL access is granted
That I may write a maximum of 10 exams per year; 5 per semester. This includes RPL challenge exams.
That I may not be granted credit for more than 50% of my qualification, whether by RPL or credit transfer.
That I may not apply for RPL for any subject which I have attempted unsuccessfully in the last 5 years.
That if my knowledge is not current and therefore no longer relevant to my application, my application may be declined
If I should appeal against the findings of the assessment panel, I may only do this in writing and if I submit additional relevant evidence to the RPL academic coordinator.

My rights and responsibilities as an RPL candidate.
The process to be followed in applying for RPL.
The duration of the RPL process.
That I must have applied for admission to the qualification into which I am seeking access.
That my qualification cannot be awarded with distinction if any RPL access is granted
If I should appeal against the findings of the assessment panel, I may only do this in writing and if I submit additional, relevant evidence to the RPL academic coordinator.
That it is my responsibility to contact the RPL coordinator for advice and support before I submit my application.

My rights and responsibilities as an RPL candidate.
The process to be followed in applying for RPL.
The duration of the RPL process.
That I must have applied for and been accepted for admission to the qualification in which I am seeking RPL access BEFORE I apply for RPL.
It is my responsibility to contact the RPL specialist for advice and support before I submit my application
That applying for RPL does not guarantee acceptance to a qualification
That RPL does not award qualifications
My RPL application will be evaluated by the departmental assessment panel and I will receive a written feedback once my application is finalised.
That if my RPL application for admission is successful and admission is granted, I need to register within the following two academic years, after which my RPL admission will lapse and become invalid
If I should appeal against the findings of the assessment panel, I may only do so in writing and submit additional, relevant evidence to the RPL specialist

I confirm RPL assessment terms

Yes

3. RPL declaration and consent in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act no 4 of 2013

I declare that the evidence submitted is authentic and verifiable. I undertake to comply with all the rules, regulations and decisions of the university and any amendments thereto, and I have taken note of advice that may be applicable to students in general. I, as a student registered with UNISA or an applicant intending to study with UNISA, hereby consent that UNISA may collect, use, distribute, process and communicate my personal information for all required academic processes pertaining to my application/registration to study with UNISA, which may include, but is not limited to, internal administrative processing, institutional and scholarly research, funding submissions, processing by the Matriculation Board and Admissions Committees, Higher Education South Africa, the Department of Higher Education and Training, the Council on Higher Education, the South African Qualifications Authority, other public higher education institutions, Qualification Verification Agencies and third parties rendering communication facility on behalf of the university. I understand that in terms of POPI and other laws of the country, there are instances where my express consent is not necessary in order to permit the processing of personal information, which may be related to investigations, litigation or when personal information is publicly available. I will not hold the university responsible for any improper or unauthorised use of personal information that is beyond its reasonable control. I confirm that I have read the notice and understand the contents thereof.

I Agree to the POPI declaration

Yes

4. I confirm that I have read and understood the RPL application guidelines

Yes

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Personal Information

Student Number

Surname

Maiden Name or previous surname

First Name(s)

ID No./SA Passport No. or Foreign Passport No.

Gender

Date of Birth

Postal Address

Residential Address

Work Address

Contact Details

Home*

Work

Cellphone*

Email Address 1 (Primary)*

Email Address 2 (Secondary)

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Application for Direct Access

I wish to apply for RPL Direct Access in the following UNISA qualification:

Offered by the college of: (e.g. Human Sciences)*

Qualification Name*

Qualification Code*

Proposed Research Field (Department)*
Your research outline should be in line with the Research focus areas of the department (2024). Please check under M&D qualification for your college for Research focus areas more information...

Proposed Research Topic *

Will your prior learning and work experience be sufficient for admission to your chosen qualification?

Yes

Is Mathematics a college requirement for your chosen qualification? (CAS, CAES, CEMS, CSET, CEDU)

Yes

What is your highest school leaving certificate?*

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Learning Profile

Do you have relevant certificates, diploma or degree

Yes

Training

In the space below, please enter particulars of certificates, diplomas etc. which you have received for attending short courses, in-service training courses and other similar activities.

Name of Certificate/Diploma
(e.g. Negotiating Skills)

Awarding Institution
(e.g. Council for Interpersonal Skills)

Course Duration

Certificate Issue Date

Please ensure that you attach relevant certificates under the Supporting Documents section at the end of the application.

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Experience Profile

Do you have any relevant experience in relation to the qualification you are applying for

Yes

Community Engagement

This section is optional, please indicate any community activities you have been involved in)

Do you have any relevant community engagement in relation to the qualification you are applying for

Yes

Provide Supporting Documents

(Please ensure that your documents are in PDF format)

Document Type*

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