Credit for previous studies
La Trobe University may grant credit for subjects passed at other recognised tertiary institutions if:
- they are equivalent in content and standard to those offered by La Trobe; and
- they are relevant to your planned course of study.
Students who are currently studying, or have recently completed a TAFE program within Australia may recieve credit towards a La Trobe University Bachelor's degree.
If you wish to apply for credit for previous studies, you must provide details, including your course syllabus, with your application. The University will not assess your previous studies for credit before you have lodged your application.
Advanced Standing Summaries
In some cases there are established agreements for approved courses to receive credit into La Trobe University courses; these are known as Advanced Standing agreements. If you are completing on of the courses below at one of the institutions in this table, you can receive the credit outlined below.
Singapore and Malaysia
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Information Technology | Up to 2 years towards a Bachelor of Computer Science. GPA of at least 3.0 in the final year of the Diploma. |
| Diploma in Accountancy & Taxation Diploma in Banking & Financial Management Diploma in Business Management (International Business & Human Resource Management cluster) Diploma in Business Management (Retail and Travel Management cluster) Diploma in Community Services Management Diploma in Marketing Diploma in Risk & Insurance Management Diploma in Sport & Wellness Management |
Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Business OR Bachelor of Economics. Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Finance (without AIFB accreditation). Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Commerce (with ASCPA and ICAA accreditation). |
| Diploma in Information Technology Diploma in Business Informatics Diploma in Multimedia & Infocomm Technology |
Up to 2 years towards the Bachelor of Information System or Bachelor of Computer System. Where 1 year is standard, 1.5 years is possible for students with B+ average. |
| Diploma in Molecular Biotechnology Diploma in Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology |
Up to 2 years towards the: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biological Science, Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Biotechnology and Cell Biology, or Bachelor of Chemical Sciences. (with B+ average and the completion of appropriate pre-requisite subjects) |
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing | Special Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Hotel Management | Up to 1.5 years toward the Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management)-A/W. Up to 1 year toward the Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality)-B. |
Full 1.5 years credit will depend on the grades achieved during the 1st semester at La Trobe University. Completion of Diploma including work experience component. |
| Higher Diploma in Hotel Management | Up to 2 years towards the Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management)-A/W. |
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Accountancy Diploma of Banking and Financial Services Diploma in Business Administration Diploma in Marketing |
Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Business OR Bachelor of Economics OR Bachelor of Finance. Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Commerce (with ASCPA and ICAA accreditation). |
| Diploma in Visual Communication | Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Media Studies. |
| Diploma in Electronics, Computer and Communications Engineering | Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering or Bachelor of Electronic Technology. Exceptional students with B+ average may be entitled to 2 years credit. |
| Diploma in Computer & Network Technology Diploma in Creative Media Design Diploma in Information Technology Diploma in Information Communication Technology Diploma in Multimedia Technology Diploma in Biotechnology Diploma in Chemical Process Technology Diploma in Medical Technology |
Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Information System or Bachelor of Computer System. Where 1.5 years is possible for students with B+ average. Up to 2 years towards the: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biological Science, Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Biotechnology and Cell Biology, or Bachelor of Chemical Sciences. (with B+ average and the completion of appropriate pre-requisite subjects) |
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Electronics Engineering Diploma in Biomedical Electronics Engineering |
Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering or Bachelor of Electronic Technology. Exceptional students with B+ average may be entitled to 2 years credit. |
| Diploma in Information Technology Diploma in Business |
Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Information System or Bachelor of Computer System. Where 1.5 years is possible for students with B+ average. |
| Diploma in Biomedical Science | Up to 2 years towards the: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biological Science, Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Biotechnology and Cell Biology, or Bachelor of Chemical Sciences. (with B+ average and the completion of appropriate pre-requisite subjects) |
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Accountancy & Finance | Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Business OR Bachelor of Economics OR Bachelor of Finance (without AIBF accreditation). Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Commerce (with ASCPA and ICAA accreditation). |
| Diploma in Biotechnology | Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Science (Medical Science) subject to 70% average grade in final year of the Diploma. May be eligible for further credit upon submission of full subject details. |
| Diploma in Business Diploma in Logistics and Operations Management Diploma in Marketing |
Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Business OR Bachelor of Economics OR Bachelor of Finance (without AIBF accreditation). Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Commerce (with ASCPA and ICAA accreditation). |
| Diploma in Biomedical Informatics and Engineering Diploma in Telecommunications Diploma in Electronics |
Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering or Bachelor of Electronic Technology. Exceptional students with B+ average may be entitled to 2 years credit. |
| Diploma in Information Management Diploma Information Technology (E-Commerce Technology, Enterprise Computing) Diploma Internet Computing (Broadband Multimedia, Network Systems) |
Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Information System or Bachelor of Computer System. Where 1.5 years is possible for students with B+ average. |
| Diploma in Applied Food Science & Nutrition Diploma in Biotechnology Diploma in Biomedical Science |
Up to 2 years towards the: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biological Science, Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Biotechnology and Cell Biology, or Bachelor of Chemical Sciences. (with B+ average and the completion of appropriate prerequisite subjects) |
| Diploma in Consumer Science & Technology | Up to 1 year towards: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biological Science, Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Biotechnology and Cell Biology, or Bachelor of Chemical Sciences. (Subject to appropriate prerequisite subjects being completed in Diploma course.) |
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Accountancy Diploma of Banking and Financial Services |
Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Business OR Bachelor of Economics OR Bachelor of Finance. Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Commerce (with ASCPA and ICAA accreditation). |
| Diploma in Business Studies | Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Business OR Bachelor of Economics OR Bachelor of Finance. Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Commerce (with ASCPA and ICAA accreditation). Up to 2 years towards the Bachelor of Business (Tourism & Hospitality Management). Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management). |
| Diploma in Mass Communications | Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Media Studies |
| Diploma in Electronic and Computer Engineering Diploma in Biomedical Engineering Diploma in Electronic & Telecommunication Engineering |
Up to 1.5 years towards the Bachelor of Electronic Engineering or Bachelor of Electronic Technology. Exceptional students with B+ average may be entitled to 2 years credit. |
| Diploma in Information Technology Diploma in IT (Mobile Computing) Diploma in Multimedia Computing |
Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Information System or Bachelor of Computer System. Where 1.5 years is possible for students with B+ average. |
| Diploma in Biotechnology Diploma in Biomedical Science |
Up to 2 years towards the: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Biological Science, Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Biotechnology and Cell Biology, or Bachelor of Chemical Sciences. (with B+ average and the completion of appropriate pre-requisite subjects) |
Malaysia
The University works in partnership with Nilai International College, which is in the heart of Malaysia 's multi-media super-corridor. This custom-built residential college offers a range of university degree programs on a 'twinning' model, as well as the La Trobe Pre-University Foundation Year and a range of vocational and Diploma programs. Credit transfer is also possible from the following programs:
| Institution | Diploma / Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing | Special Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
Association of Business Executives |
Diploma Level 1 | Up to 4 subjects: (1 semester) towards the Bachelor of Business - B, BE, A/W. |
Minimum B average required. |
| Diploma Level 2 | Up to 8 subjects (1 year) towards the Bachelor of Business - B, BE, A/W. | ||
| Advanced Diploma | Up to 12 subjects (1.5 years) towards the Bachelor of Business - B, BE, A/W. | ||
HELP Institute |
Part II of Diploma in Business Studies | Up to 8 subjects (1 year) towards Bachelor of Commerce - B. |
Students seeking professional recognition with Australia Accounting bodies will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Commerce | Up to 16 subjects (2 years) towards the Bachelor of Business - BE. | ||
INTEC College |
Diploma in Hotel and Catering Management | Up to 6 subjects (1.5 semesters) towards the Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality) - B, BE. | The Certificate in Hotel and Catering Management may be used for entry but receives no advanced standing. |
INTI College |
Diploma of Business Administration (American Syllabus) | Up to 8 subjects (1 year) towards the Bachelor of Business - B, BE. | Must have successfully completed at least four semesters. |
Kolej Prime |
School of Management & Finance Prime College Diploma (PCD) | Up to 8 subjects (1 year) towards the Bachelors of Business, Commerce, or Bachelor of Business (Tourism & Hospitality) - B, BE. Bachelor of Economics, Finance, or Bachelor of Business (Tourism Management) - B. Bachelor of Electronic Commerce and Bachelor of Business (Hospitality Management) - A/W. |
Applications considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| Diploma in Engineering | Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Engineering - BE. | Additional exemptions may be available and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. | |
Methodist Pilley Institute |
Diploma in Computer Science | Up to one years advanced standing towards the Bachelor of Information Systems - B. | Average grade of C or above. |
Sedaya College |
Completion of 2 years of Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) | Up to 8 subjects (1 year) towards a Bachelor of Business, or Commerce - B, BE Bachelor of Economics, or Finance - B. | Must meet our normal Year 12 entrance requirements; obtained a grade of 50% and above in all subjects at Sedaya College. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 |
Taylors College |
Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering | Up to 1 year towards the Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics) or Bachelor of Technology (Electronics) - B. | Overall average grade of 60% required. |
Australia
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing |
|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management | 1.5 years towards a Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality). Credit average in the Advanced Diploma. |
| Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Placement) | 1.5 years towards a Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality). Credit average in the Advanced Diploma. |
| Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Commercial Cookery/Patisserie) | 1.5 years towards a Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality). Credit average in the Advanced Diploma. |
| Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Event Management) | 1.5 years towards a Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality). Credit average in the Advanced Diploma. |
| Diploma of International Hospitality Management (China) | 1 year towards a Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality). Credit average in the Diploma. |
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing |
|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma of Accounting | 1 year towards a Bachelor of Business OR Bachelor of International Business OR Bachelor of Commerce. Credit average in the Diploma and 60% average for entry into the Bachelor of Commerce. |
| Diploma IT (Software Development) | 1 year towards the Bachelor of Information Systems. Credit average in the Diploma. |
| Diploma/Degree | Amount of Advanced Standing |
|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering | 1 year towards the Bachelor of Computer Science OR Bachelor of Information Systems. Credit average in the Advanced Diploma. |
| Diploma IT (Software Development Engineering) | 1 year towards the Bachelor of Computer Science OR Bachelor of Information Systems. Credit average in the Diploma. |
| Diploma IT (Networking) Engineering | 1 year towards the Bachelor of Computer Science OR Bachelor of Information Systems. Credit average in the Diploma. |
