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the status, ownership, approval, review and implementation of this version of this document
contact details for who can help with enquiries about application and interpretation and
a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.

Because committees and positions can change over time, current information about policy approval pathways should be obtained from policies@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au.

Credit (HE) Procedure

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Status	Current	Indicates if this version of the document is in effect (Current), yet to come into effect (Future), or expired (Historic).
Effective Date	5th August 2024	This is the date on which this version of the document came into effect.
Review Date	8th November 2027	The next review of this document is scheduled to commence on this date.
Approval Authority	Higher Education Academic Board	The noted authority approved this version of the document. The Policy Framework Policy defines the current positions and committees that have authority to approve policies and procedures
Approval Authority - Admin Changes	Executive Director Academic Operations	The noted authority approved administrative changes to this version of the document.
Approval Date	8th November 2022	This is the date on which this version of the document was approved by the authorised authority.
Expiry Date	Not Applicable	This is the date on which this version expires. It may still apply, conditionally, after this date.
Policy Implementation Officer	Nicola Cooley Director Higher Education	This is the designated subject matter expert and contact person for enquiries relating to content and implementation
Policy Owner	Marc Blanks Executive Director Education Excellence	This is the member of Executive with responsibility for the document
Author	Nicola Cooley Director Higher Education	This is the author of record for this version of the document.
Enquiries Contact	Nicola Cooley Director Higher Education	General enquiries should be directed to the officer/area listed.

Summary of Changes from Previous Version

The Credit (HE) Procedure, reviewed and updated with minor amendments approved on 29 July 2024 to include:
• Changes to wordings to further clarify processes as well as roles and responsibilities; 
• Links to updated policies and procedures as well as supporting documents and templates; 
• A letter from governing organisation can be used to seek credit and recognition of prior learning;
• Students are now to confirm specific course requirements with the Head of Programs to avoid potential consequences that can impact visa conditions.

Minor amendments noted at Higher Education Academic Board and approved by Accountable Policy Owner in alignment with the 2024 revised Policy Framework.

Clauses Amended:Procedure: 4, 7d, 8, 10, 13, 20, 36, 40, 46, 67, 68, 79