Application period for RPL = Recognition of prior learning (AHOT in Finnish) = Accreditation of previous studies/work experience 17.8.-13.9.2026
The fall RPL application period is 17 August – 13 September 2026. In this application period you can apply for RPL for study modules scheduled for spring 2027 or later. New students can apply RPL also for studies taking place this semester.
If you think that you already have the competence that a study module of your curriculum provides, you can apply for RPL. You can apply for full or partial RPL accreditation for a study module using the online form available in https://my.diak.fi/ -> Studies -> eRPL Service.
Written guidelines for eRPL application are available at Screensteps.
How to complete RPL application in MyDiak’s eRPL service
You can find the instructions also on MyDiak, in the section GUIDE.
RPL webinars & workshops:
25th August 2026 at 8-9. Basic RPL info session in Zoom
8th September 2026 at 15-16. RPL Q&A session in which you can ask, if you need help in filling in the RPL application in Zoom
10th September 2026 at 13.45-15. RPL workshop, come to ask about the application on Helsinki campus, classroom 427.
The Zoom link for both sessions is https://diak-fi.zoom.us/j/64177500582?pwd=ZGYrK1pKOE9ZNVNlcHFpVmppUnVwQT09 .
Meeting ID: 641 7750 0582, Passcode: 901092.
How to fill in RPL application video
RPL is applied in advance, which means that you can apply for RPL for studies that are scheduled for the upcoming semesters in the curriculum of your group. You cannot apply for RPL to cover courses that are scheduled for the ongoing semester or previous semesters. First semester is an exception, new students can apply for RPL also for study modules taking place in the first semester. You can only apply for RPL with a certificate, which means that you have to have finished the course or work experience before using it for RPL.
Fill in the eRPL application carefully with all the required details. Read carefully the learning outcomes of the study module that you wish to RPL and reflect what skills, knowledge and competences you have that correspond with the learning outcomes.