Information about RMIT University, Australia

Wednesday - 08/04/2026

1. Parents and students are kindly advised to check the most up-to-date information on the official website: www.rmit.edu.au

2. Location:

Melbourne: Main campus in the city centre (Melbourne City Campus – CBD), approximately 25–35 minutes from Melbourne Airport
Bundoora: Approximately 30–40 minutes from Melbourne CBD
Brunswick: Design-focused campus, approximately 15 minutes from Melbourne CBD
RMIT also has campuses in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)

3. Type of Institution: Public university

4. Rankings – Quality Assurance:

Ranked #125 globally (QS World University Rankings 2026)
Ranked #10 in Australia (QS World University Rankings 2026)
Rankings: www.rmit.edu.au/about/reputation-and-rankings

5. Total Student Population: Over 90,000 students across campuses in Australia and internationally

6. International Students: Over 27,000 students

7. Key Strengths:

Consistently ranked Top 20 globally and #1 in Australia for Art & Design;
Strong academic areas: Engineering, IT, Business, Media, Design, and emerging fields such as Blockchain, Cyber Security, AI, and Robotics;
Practice-oriented programmes with strong emphasis on real-world projects and industry application;
Strong partnerships with global corporations such as Apple, BMW, Deloitte, Adidas, and L’Oréal, providing valuable internship and career networking opportunities;
State-of-the-art facilities, including multimillion-dollar buildings, advanced laboratories, studios, and high-tech learning spaces;
Comprehensive career support system (RMIT Creds) enabling students to gain industry-recognised micro-credentials and employability skills;
City-centre campus in Melbourne – convenient for transportation and part-time work;
Presence in Vietnam allows flexible study pathways and transfer opportunities to Australia.

8. Academic Programmes:

a. Levels of Study:

See details: www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us

English Language Programmes
Foundation Studies
Diploma
Associate Degree
Bachelor’s Degrees
Master’s Degrees
Doctoral (PhD) Programmes

b. Colleges and Schools:

See details: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges

Colleges:

College of Business and Law
College of Design and Social Context
College of Vocational Education
STEM College

Schools:

School of Accounting, Information Systems & Supply Chain
School of Architecture and Urban Design
School of Art
School of Computing Technologies
School of Design
School of Economics, Finance and Marketing
School of Education
School of Engineering
School of Fashion and Textiles
School of Health and Biomedical Sciences
School of Global, Urban and Social Studies
School of Law
School of Management
School of Media and Communication
School of Property, Construction and Project Management
School of Science

c. Fields of Study:

See details: www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us

9. Study Pathways for Vietnamese Students:

After Grade 11:
- Foundation Studies + Bachelor’s (from Year 1);
After Grade 12:
- Foundation Studies + Bachelor’s (from Year 1);
- Diploma + Bachelor’s (entry to Year 2);
- Direct entry to Bachelor’s (from Year 1);
After completing a Bachelor’s degree: Progression to Master’s or PhD programmes;
After completing a Master’s degree: Progression to a PhD programme.

10. Entry Requirements:

See details: www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/international-students/apply-to-rmit-international-students/entry-requirements

Foundation Studies: Completion of Grade 11, IELTS ≥ 5.5
Diploma: Completion of High School, IELTS ≥ 6.0
Bachelor’s Degree: Completion of High School, IELTS ≥ 6.5 (no band below 6.0)
Master’s Degree: Completion of a Bachelor’s degree, IELTS ≥ 6.5

Some programmes may require a portfolio, interview, or additional entry tests

11. Intakes: February – July – November

12. Application Documents:

General:

1. Highest qualification certificate

2. Academic transcripts for the most recent 2 years

3. English language certificate (if available)

4. Passport (photo & signature page), if available

5. Academic achievements / extracurricular activities (for scholarship consideration)

For Master’s programmes:

6. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

7. Two (02) letters of recommendation

For Research Master’s / PhD programmes:

8. Research proposal

9, Published academic papers (if any)

13. Tuition Fees: Approximately AUD 30,000 – 45,000 per year

14. Scholarships:

See details: www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/international-students/scholarships

Academic Merit Scholarship: 20% tuition fee
COBL Academic Merit Scholarships for Vietnam: 25% tuition fee
English to Foundation Studies / Fast Track Pathway Bursary: 10% tuition fee for English programmes
RMIT Vietnam Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship: 10% tuition fee
RMIT English Language Bursary for Asia: 10% tuition fee for ELICOS programmes

15. Living Expenses: Approximately AUD 24,000 – 29,000 per year

16. Accommodation and Other Services:

See details: www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/moving-to-melbourne/accommodation-guide

Students may choose:

On-campus accommodation
Homestay
Private rental / shared housing

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