Programme Credits

Credits required to complete programmes

The credits allocated in all the learning programmes (qualifications) are determined largely by the nature, the extent and complexity of learning material which is deemed necessary at the academic level at which it is presented. The allocated credits also determine the number of tests, assignments and tasks for each course in the different programmes.

On completion of each programme you will be awarded credits. After receiving these required credits and the awarded qualification, you can either exit the programme or proceed to the next level, pursuing the next qualification.

The notional and minimum number of credits required for the different learning programmes are indicated in the following diagram.

*Note: Should the student only take some of these courses in order to receive an endorsement to another qualification, the exact description, minimum value and accumulative total is indicated in the table.

To see the content of the programmes, please refer to the following programme syllabi:

Diagram 1: Academic levels and credits

Individual Courses

Credits for individual courses passed may be accumulated until enough credits have been earned to obtain a qualification. Follow the links to see programme courses for individual course credits and course fees. Price structures in regions may differ.

Credits for Previous Studies

Credit transfers may be considered for courses successfully passed as part of an incomplete but applicable programme at another recognized educational institution and where further studies at CU are intended to complete the programme. There is no limit to the number of courses accepted, provided the courses form part of, and are on the same level as, the relevant programmes offered by the Faculty.

CU determines the credits from evidence supplied by the candidate. The necessary information and documents are available at our Faculty Administrative Office.

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