RMIT University

Proving that RMIT is truly a university of design, innovation and technology – staff, students and alumni have been selected as finalists in the 2017 Victorian Premier's Design Awards.

A diverse array of RMIT projects were selected as finalist this year, from a commercial textile design collaboration to an amazing range of industrial design prototypes and from a variety of communication design projects to an architectural installation at the NGV. These projects showcase the unique design talents that power RMIT’s design community.

The Bachelor of Arts (Textile Design) project ACMIxRMIT focused on designing and producing a fresh range of merchandise to be sold online and in-store at ACMI.

Claire Beale, Program Manager of the Bachelor of Arts (Textile Design), said the collaboration helped RMIT students gain live, direct experience within their future profession and feel ‘work ready’ before graduation.

“It was important to find a balance between giving the students creative license to develop their ideas, while ensuring the commercial consideration of the client’s brief were achieved,” she said.

Finalists for the 2017 Victorian Premier's Design Awards were determined through the First-Round Online Jury process involving a panel of Australian and international design experts, where entries had to achieve a ranking of more than 60% to progress to the Finalist stage. Only the top 40% of entries progress as Finalists.

At RMIT, students will learn from experts working at the forefront of their fields and benefit from teachers and lecturers who apply their research discoveries, industry judgement and specialist expertise directly to their programs.

Teachers encourage students to satisfy their curiosity about the world while helping them gain direct industry experience that will set them apart. Students will learn how to make employers sit up and take notice.

RMIT is an educational provider with a track record in preparing students for success, exposing them to new ideas and equipping them with skills and knowledge to succeed in their chosen career.

The University also partners with organisations like Deloitte, Adidas and BMW to ensure its education is relevant and connected to the needs of industry.

International students can choose from more than 450 programs that are constantly updated to meet the changing needs of industry and the broader community.

Some of the areas covered include:

Architecture

RMIT is globally recognised for its contribution to architecture. Its graduates are design innovators who achieve at the highest levels of the architectural profession around the world.

Art

The University offers a hub for emerging artists, researchers, and practitioners to cultivate contemporary art practices and gain exposure through local and international exhibitions.

Business

Students will develop critical and creative problem-solving skills, embrace opportunities to network with business leaders or study or work overseas.

Communication

The University is renowned for its expertise in communication. Modern facilities and industry partnerships allow students to move fluently between the classroom, studio and workplace.

Design

RMIT plays a pivotal role in design, with award-winning graduates recognised as driving industry, pushing creative boundaries and setting design standards.

Education

Being ranked in the top 100 universities in the world for Education (2017 QS World University Rankings by Subject), students will benefit from new and established teaching methods and classroom technologies.

Engineering

At RMIT, engineering is based on innovation and creativity. It is recognised internationally for its expertise and leadership in engineering education and research.

Information Technology

RMIT offers flexible programs and internationally recognised research that reflect leading edge developments in programming and software development.

Science

Science at RMIT provides you with in-demand skills to develop practical solutions to real-world problems with a strong focus on lab work, field trips and industry experience.

Visit the website to view the complete list of programs on offer.

To study at RMIT, you must meet the specific entry requirements for the program you want to study.

Academic requirements

The academic entry requirements will be listed as an Australian grade on each program summary on the RMIT website. A calculator is available that will display the grade you need to achieve in your qualification (where available). You may be eligible to apply for credit to have your previous learning or experience count towards your RMIT program.

English language proficiency

Unless you gained your qualification in a recognised English speaking country, you are required to provide current evidence of English language proficiency for admission to RMIT University.

You can provide your results from one of these three options:

• an accepted English language proficiency test
• an accepted English language provider
• a recognised Australian or international qualification taught in English

If you do not meet the standard of English required via an accepted English language proficiency test, RMIT English Worldwide (REW) offers an English language program.

Additional requirements

For some programs, you also need to complete selection tasks as part of your application. These may include:

• submitting a portfolio
• completing a preselection kit
• attending an interview (via person, phone or Skype)

Work experience may be required or used for alternative entry for some programs.

For more information on entry requirements, visit the website.

RMIT’s campuses are home to a dynamic and thriving student population, and are constantly evolving and expanding to meet the demands of contemporary university life. Students will find award-winning buildings equipped with industry-standard facilities, modern technology and sustainable features, as well as comprehensive library collections, clubs and societies to appeal to a variety of interests, high-quality oncampus cafes, and all the support services students need.

Melbourne City

This campus is a mix of contemporary architecture, historic buildings and sustainable designs. Providing students with a unique urban experience in the heart of the city, RMIT’s Melbourne City campus features a state-of-the-art media precinct, arcades and laneways featuring pop-up retail, a garden building, rooftop terraces, and completely refurbished library and student spaces.

Brunswick

The Brunswick campus offers purpose-built teaching and facilities for fashion, textiles and design training.

Bundoora

The campus at Bundoora features a purpose-built health and medical science laboratory, as well as advanced sporting facilities that include a FIFA-approved soccer pitch, a football oval, an athletics track, and tennis and netball courts.

More About Facilities

RMIT has also invested in the redevelopment of its teaching spaces to promote collaborative and student-centred learning.

Some new award-winning buildings include the Swanston Academic Building and the Design Hub, and outdoor recreational spaces such as the Alumni Courtyard and the A’Beckett Urban Square.

More about facilities…

RMIT International English Language Scholarship

For international students commencing an English language program in 2018, this scholarship may support them with tuition fees.

Value and Duration

The value of the scholarship is AUD4,300 for a ten week-ELICOS program.

Eligibility

To qualify for this scholarship, a student must:

• be a citizen of Taiwan, Thailand, Korea, Japan, Myanmar, Mongolia or Vietnam
• applying from overseas
• enrol in an English for Academic Purposes program at RMIT English Worldwide commencing in 2018
• have a packaged program for undergraduate or postgraduate study following their English language studies

How to Apply

Students must:

• Select eligible programs
• Submit an application to study at RMIT
• Submit an expression of interest outlining the reasons why they should be awarded the English Language Scholarship
• Receive an offer to study at RMIT