RMIT University

Region information

As the events capital of Australia, Melbourne is a sophisticated, modern and friendly city with a reputation for embracing the arts. Home to many cafes, theatres, galleries, sporting venues and a network of parks and gardens, there is always something to do. Even better, RMIT University is located in the centre of it all.

University City

Website: www.studymelbourne.com.au

Melbourne is one of the top four destinations for students, according to the 2008 Global University City Index (The Global University City Index was developed by RMIT University in collaboration with the Committee for Melbourne). The index assesses cites on a range of measures including liveability, education expenditure, the number of its graduates and how many of its tertiary institutions are ranked in the top 200 Times Higher Education Supplement.

University

RMIT University is one of Australia's most dynamic and innovative universities, with a number of our disciplines ranked within the top 200 of the Times Higher Education Supplement. We provide education to over 65,000 students, including 23,000 international students from more than 100 countries. Students can choose from a wide variety of programs that directly relate to specific jobs and careers.

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

Program choice

As one of Australia's largest dual-sector universities, RMIT offers more than 470 TAFE and higher education programs to international students. Study options include:

• Architecture, Building and Planning
• Art and Design
• Business
• Community Services and Social Sciences
• Computing and Information Systems
• Education and Training
• Engineering and Related Technologies
• Environment
• Health and Medical Sciences
• Media and Communications
• Science.

Programs include: English language, foundation studies, certificates, diplomas, associate degrees, bachelor degrees, graduate certificates and diplomas, master degrees by research or coursework, and professional or research doctorates.

RMIT's aim is to enhance the experience of students, by creating opportunities for involvement and building skills. Some of the services available to students include:

• Arrival and “Meet and Greet” services
• Chaplaincy
• Concurrent English language support
• Counselling services
• Health service
• Housing (share, rental, hostel or home stay accommodation)
• International Student Information and Support (ISIS)
• International Student Service Centre
• Orientation
• Sporting and social clubs.

International students are eligible for RMIT University's International Scholarship Program (ISP), including tuition fees and living expenses. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to their website www.rmit.edu.au/international/scholarships.

RMIT English Worldwide

Website: www.rmitenglishworldwide.com

RMIT English Worldwide (REW) is a well respected provider of English language programs in Australia and internationally. REW is located in the centre of Melbourne, opposite the City campus of RMIT University.

Many students choose to study at REW because of the direct entry to RMIT University and TAFE programs. REW's English language programs ensure that all students are well prepared to successfully meet the academic demands of all Australian university and TAFE institutions.

Study abroad

International mobility experiences (such as study tours, exchange and study abroad programs) are an exciting and challenging way for students at RMIT to broaden their academic, personal and professional skills.

Useful information

• Course descriptions — www.rmit.edu.au/programs
• Prerequisites — www.rmit.edu.au/international/entryrequirements
• International fees — www.rmit.edu.au/international/programfees
• Enrolment guidelines and forms — www.rmit.edu.au/international/apply
• Campuses www.rmit.edu.au/about/sites
• Study abroad — www.rmit.edu.au/international/studyabroad
• Overview of services offered — www.rmit.edu.au/students/services
• International student scholarship information — www.rmit.edu.au/international/scholarships
• RMIT English Worldwide — www.rmitenglishworldwide.com