RMIT University

Qualifications offered

Undergraduate and postgraduate degrees

Study Abroad and Exchange

Location Melbourne, Australia
Student population 74,000 students worldwide
Contact details
Web address: www.rmit.edu.au
Email: isu@rmit.edu.au
CRICOS provider code 00122A
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RMIT University is a global university of technology and design and one of Australia's largest education providers. The University enjoys an international reputation for excellence in practical education and outcome-oriented research.

The University has three campuses in the heart of Melbourne, Australia, two in Vietnam and offers programs through partners in Singapore, Hong Kong, mainland China, Malaysia, India and Europe.

RMIT has student population of 74,000 which includes 30,000 international students; of whom more than 11,000 are taught at Melbourne based campuses.

Most RMIT programs offer international work placements and research projects in over 150 countries, offering students to opportunity to work at leading businesses and institutions as part of their study. Companies include Airbus, EADS, Bentley Motors, Fujitsu-Siemens, BMW, Nestle, Robert Bosch, Siemens, Volkswagen, the Rolls-Royce Group and more. RMIT boasts employment rates above the national average with industry recognising RMIT's hands-on approach prepares to students to succeed in the real world environment.

World rankings

• In 2011, RMIT was awarded the prestigious QS 5 Star rating for excellence in higher education and in the categories of Employability, Engagement, Teaching, Infrastructure, Internationalization and Engineering & Technology
• RMIT is also ranked sixth in the world for the international profile of students, 21st in the world for the international profile of academic staff and 51st in the world for graduate employability ranked by 5000 global employers (Source: 2011 QS World University Rankings)
• RMIT Research was ranked as "Above world standard" across 24 disciplines in the 2010 Excellence in Research Australia (ERA) exercise. The disciplines included Architecture, Communication and Media Studies, Engineering, Chemical Sciences, Built Environment and Design, Human Movement and Sports Science, Information and Computing Sciences and Medical and Health Sciences

Subject areas

• Architecture and Building
• Art and design
• Business
• Community Services and social sciences
• Computing and information technology
• Education and training
• Engineering & related technologies
• Environment and Planning
• Health and medical sciences
• Media and communications
• Science

Research

RMIT is part of an international research community seeking innovative solutions to address emerging global problems. In partnership with industry and communities across the world, RMIT is focused on solving critical worldwide problems affecting communities and the environment in the following areas:

• Designing the future
• Smart technology solutions
• Improving health and lifestyle
• Sustainability and climate change challenges
• The future of cities

www.rmit.edu.au/research

Work-integrated learning and teaching

RMIT programs include industry placements, work experience and the involvement of industry practitioners in teaching. Collaborating with industry to provide solutions and innovations that deliver real outcomes is an integral part of our teaching, learning and research.

You will strengthen your career prospects through hands-on experience with opportunities to:

• take on real or simulated industry projects for real clientsv
• receive opportunities for local and overseas work placements
• enter project competitions judged by leading experts
• build your skills through field trips, clinical and studio practice
• be mentored by industry professionals

Study Abroad

Always dreamt of exploring Australia but don't want to drop out of your current studies? There's no better way to do it than by taking a semester or two of a study abroad program. RMIT offers a range of courses that allow you to complete one or two semesters with us, and receive an official academic transcript that can be credited towards the degree in our home country!

www.rmit.edu.au/globalpassport/incoming

Campus locations

RMIT has three campuses in Melbourne, Australia (City, Brunswick and Bundoora), and two campuses in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi).

RMIT's main city campus is in the heart of downtown Melbourne. Surrounded by the buzz and culture of one of the worlds most livable cities, your personal experience will be as rich as your academic one. RMIT's recent AU$600 million refurbishment and new landmark buildings stand to reinforce its global reputation as a leader in design and architecture.

The Brunswick and Bundoora campuses are located in the thriving outer city suburbs of Melbourne.

www.rmit.edu.au/about/campuses

Accommodation

RMIT provides support to all new international students seeking short and long-term accommodation assistance. Most RMIT University students choose one of five accommodation options:

• RMIT Village which is only a 5 minute tram ride from the main City campus
• Rent their own apartment, flat or house
• Share an apartment, flat or house
• Live in a private hostel
• Homestay / full board

www.rmit.edu.au/housing

Facilities and Services

RMIT's Student Wellbeing services are free and aim to provide information and support to international students. Advisors can provide assistance with housing advice, financial management, making cultural and social adjustments and studying successfully.

You can also make the most of your time at RMIT by taking advantage of the diverse range of activities and programs on offer which enable you to create, innovate, volunteer, mentor, explore your passions, develop leadership skills and make life-long friends. RMIT Link organises trips and tours, sporting competitions, arts and culture events as well as leadership and development opportunities.

www.rmit.edu.au/ssg

Scholarships

RMIT offers a range of scholarships to current and commencing international students across all fields of study. Scholarships include financial support for students from diverse backgrounds, rewards for academic excellence and full scholarships for research students.

www.rmit.edu.au/scholarships/international

Student profiles

Alexandra Woithe, Master of Fashion and Textiles

After completing a Bachelors degree in cultural studies and working for a few years in fashion retail, Alexandra Woithe decided to study the Masters of Fashion and Textiles at RMIT after it was recommended to her by the Ranke Heinemann Institute in Germany.

"I was told it had great teaching facilities and experienced lecturers. It provided me with a unique opportunity to study management with a specific focus on the industry which I believe is a great benefit than just studying management in general."

She also hopes to get a great insight into the global fashion industry by "graduating from a university with a great international reputation."

Once she finishes Alexandra hopes to further internationalise her career by working in India or Hong Kong before returning to Europe. A diverse mix of students has helped her to gain more information about international markets;

"It is a great experience to study with people from all over the world and to share experiences with them. It has helped me a lot to get an insight into the global fashion industry."

Ansgar Harmeier, Master of Communication

"Having a journalism and public relations professional background, this program with its wide choice of courses seemed to be broad enough to offer insight into the diverse field of the communications area.

I really liked that most of the teachers were still working in the communications industry and were not purely academics.

For my personal and professional development this has been a fantastic and unique experience."