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Transfer Existing Credits —
Carry Your Completed Modules to a New Institution

Edufly's Transfer Existing Credits service ensures students continuing a degree at a new institution receive maximum credit recognition for the modules they already completed — so they enter at the right year level and don't repeat work they've done.

500+
Credit Transfer Completions
80%+
Average Credit Retention
48 hrs
Credit Assessment
All Frameworks
MQA/TEQSA/QAA
About This Service

What Is Transfer Existing Credits?

Transferring existing credits — carrying the academic work you've already completed to a new institution — is the most straightforward degree continuation pathway when the credits are recent, from an accredited institution, and in a field closely related to your intended continuation program. Done well, it allows students to enter a new institution at Year 2 or Year 3, completing only the remaining modules they need for graduation.

The process requires more than simply submitting your transcript. Receiving institutions assess credit transfers module by module — comparing your completed subjects against their own program structure to determine which are equivalent (directly transferable), which are near-equivalent (may be accepted with supporting documentation), and which have no counterpart in their program (not transferable). A professionally prepared credit transfer portfolio — with formal module equivalency mapping and supporting course documentation — dramatically increases the number of credits recognised.

Edufly's Transfer Existing Credits service prepares this formal portfolio, manages the credit transfer application, and — where needed — argues for maximum credit recognition with the receiving institution's academic office. We also advise on which institutions are most generous in credit recognition for your specific academic background.

📋 What We Transfer

Individual subject credits from prior degree programs · Diploma-to-degree credit articulations · Professional certification credits (where institution allows) · TAFE/Polytechnic credits to degree-level programs · Foundation or pre-university credits toward first-year exemptions · Credits from discontinued or closed programs.

📊 Credit Retention Realistic Expectation

Average credit retention for Edufly-managed transfers is 80%+. This means that a student who completed 60 of 120 total credits (Year 1 and Year 2) can typically transfer 48+ of those credits — entering at Year 3 level rather than starting over. The exact figure depends on the receiving institution's policies and how closely the original program aligns with the new one.

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Our Process

How Transfer Existing Credits Works

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Academic Record Review

We review your complete academic record — which subjects you completed, what grades you received, and what the module content covered — and assess the transfer potential at your target institution.

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Equivalency Mapping

We map each completed module against the receiving institution's program structure, identifying direct equivalents and near-equivalents and preparing the supporting documentation needed for each.

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Transfer Portfolio Preparation

We prepare a formal credit transfer portfolio — module equivalency table, course descriptions, grading scale documentation, and a transfer cover letter — submitted in the format required by the receiving institution.

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Application & Outcome

We submit the credit transfer application, track progress, respond to queries, and — if the initial outcome is below expectation — advise on and manage an appeal.

Why Edufly

Why Choose Edufly

  • Module-by-module equivalency mapping — not just transcript submission
  • 80%+ average credit retention across all transfer types
  • Knowledge of which institutions are most generous for your academic background
  • Appeals expertise — we challenge and improve below-expectation outcomes
  • 48-hour credit assessment — know your likely outcome before committing
  • Covers domestic and international credit frameworks
  • Integrated with admission service — credits and enrolment handled together
Requirements

What You'll Need

  • Official academic transcripts from prior institution
  • Module descriptors or course outlines for all completed subjects
  • Program handbook or structure document from prior institution
  • Credit framework documentation (if different national system)
  • Good standing certificate or academic record from prior institution
  • Name of target institution and intended program for continuation
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FAQ

Transfer Existing Credits — Frequently Asked Questions

If your credits were completed more than 5–10 years ago, the receiving institution may not accept them as current. In this situation, Edufly explores alternatives: Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) based on academic and professional experience, advanced standing based on overall qualification level, or a Credit Assessment Interview where you demonstrate current knowledge in subjects completed long ago. Some institutions are more flexible than others — Edufly identifies the most accommodating options for your specific situation.
It is very rare for 100% of credits to transfer — some subjects simply won't have equivalents in the new program. However, a well-prepared transfer application significantly increases the number recognised. Edufly's 80%+ retention rate means most students transfer the majority of their eligible credits. The credit mapping assessment (a pre-application service) gives you a realistic prediction before you commit.
Yes — diploma-to-degree credit articulation is one of the most common forms of credit transfer in Malaysia. Students who completed a 3-year diploma typically enter Year 2 of a related bachelor's degree with full credit recognition for Year 1 equivalent modules. The amount of credit depends on how closely the diploma program aligns with the degree structure. Edufly manages this articulation process using the MQA credit transfer framework.
Typically 4–8 weeks for a domestic transfer decision and 6–12 weeks for an international transfer. Preparing a complete, well-documented application upfront reduces delays — institutions reject or query incomplete applications, adding weeks to the timeline. Edufly submits complete applications to minimise processing delays.
Failed modules cannot be transferred as completed credits. However, you can still transfer the credits you passed, and the failed modules may or may not need to be repeated at the new institution depending on the program requirements. Edufly advises on how failed subjects affect your credit transfer portfolio and whether there are mitigating documentation options.

Don't Repeat What You've Already Done

Book a free credit transfer consultation. Edufly will assess your academic record and identify how many credits you can carry to your next institution.