­— School of Communication & Design

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A quality education ­— 6 Our global presence 8 International learning WELCOME to the 10 Elite facilities School of Communication & Design! A transformative experience 14 Vibrant student life 16 Global opportunities The growth in demand for talented designers and communicators in means that now A path to employment is an exciting time to be embarking on a career 20 Career head start path in the creative and cultural industries. 21 Industry connections Our programs in the fields of communication, 22 Employability Roadmap design and fashion provide the most up-to- date and industry-relevant learning experience Our programs to help students prepare for the workforce. 26 Pursue your passion The international learning environment at 28 Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication) RMIT encourages cultural awareness, critical 34 Bachelor of Digital Film and Video Julia Gaimster thinking, experimentation and, above all, the 40 Bachelor of Design Studies Dean, School of ability to think differently. 46 Bachelor of Design (Digital Media) Communication & Design 52 Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise) With their technical expertise and highly 58 Bachelor of Languages developed soft skills, our graduates will continue to be in high demand. A recent report Admissions by VietnamWorks highlights the expected surge in demand for specialists in the field of 64 Pathway programs arts, design and media (VietnamWorks, 66 Eligibility Career prospects and skill trends in Vietnam: 68 Accommodation 2018-2022). 70 How to apply We provide many opportunities for our students 70 Scholarships to connect with real industry partners through 70 Tuition activities such as internships and class projects, 71 RMIT Melbourne making for a smooth transition into the workforce. We look forward to welcoming you to our school and to your creative career!

Go beyond the brochure! Information correct at time of printing. This publication is intended as a general guide. Our brochures include QR codes to link you The latest news from our school Follow us on Facebook RMIT University Vietnam reserves the right to alter to online multimedia and further information. bit.ly/newsSCD facebook/RMITsinhvientuonglai any program or admission requirements, and Simply use a QR code scanner on your availability of courses. For the most up-to-date smartphone to learn more about our program information, please visit www.rmit.edu.vn. programs, see our students’ work and get a Printed: October 2020 taste for what it is like to study at RMIT.

2 3 A quality education

4 5 Our global RMIT has a RMIT is ranked 5-STAR RANKING 11TH in the world and (1) presence for excellence in higher education 1ST in for Art and Design(1)

RMIT is a global university of technology, design and enterprise. RMIT is among the RMIT is ranked One of Australia’s original tertiary institutions, TOP 1% 30TH RMIT University enjoys an international of the world’s universities(1) in the world in the Global Fashion reputation for excellence in professional and (2) vocational education, applied research and School Rankings engagement with the needs of industry and the community. Among the Among the world’s ­— TOP 50 UNIVERSITIES TOP 10 RMIT alumni are making their in the world and 4TH in Australia Global Graduate Fashion mark around the world for Communication and Media(1) Business Courses(3)

When you graduate, you will join a large network of alumni that provides ongoing peer support, professional development and (1) 2021 QS World University Rankings Discover who we are networking opportunities. (2) 2019 CEOWORLD magazine bit.ly/RMITUniversityintro (3) 2017 The Business of Fashion

430,000 RMIT alumni working in 130 countries

14,600 Check out some alumni stories RMIT alumni in Vietnam bit.ly/RMITalumnistories

6 7 International learning

The international learning environment at RMIT will help you reach your full potential. 50+ Our inspiring and highly qualified academics nationalities are represented among our students at RMIT in come from around the world and teach Vietnam. in English. They are active researchers and creative practitioners with extensive professional and academic experience. 30+ Meet our lecturers at the School of nationalities are represented Communication & Design among our academic and bit.ly/RmitSCDprofile professional staff.

8 9 Elite facilities

Our campuses offer modern classrooms, Staying fit while studying is also made purpose-built lecture theatres, studios, easier through access to modern sport and laboratories and other specialist spaces, recreational facilities. providing the perfect setting for you to thrive. n The RMIT Library is the largest English- Our Saigon South campus has a fitness language library in Vietnam, providing you centre, indoor courts, tennis and basketball access to an extensive range of offline and courts, and football fields. online library resources. n Our City campus has a fitness centre with the latest training equipment. 550,000+ books, periodicals, e-books, Take a virtual campus tour journals and videos are available in bit.ly/RMITvirtualtour the library.

10 11 A transformative experience

12 13 Vibrant

student life You will have access to comprehensive For students with disabilities and learning learning support services. difficulties, RMIT offers dedicated support services aimed at providing equal access n Get one-to-one learning and language support. and opportunity. Our campuses embrace diversity and n Choose from 40 student clubs across a n Benefit from peer-to-peer learning and Professional health and wellbeing support inclusiveness, and provide endless opportunities range of academic, arts, cultural, sports and study support. services are also available on our campuses. to network and make new friends. social interests. n Attend workshops to review your work and n Get involved in fun activities and events, enhance your academic skills. such as club days, our International Festival, which celebrates international diversity, and leadership camps.

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14 15 Global opportunities

Take advantage of the many opportunities we Popular destinations for students from the offer to combine your studies with exploring School of Communication & Design include: the world. n RMIT Melbourne

— n University of the Arts London, Exchange program

From your second year onward, you can n Parsons, The New School for Design, go on exchange at RMIT in Melbourne, — Australia, or choose from 200-plus partner n Milan Polytechnic, Italy Dual-campus options universities in more than 40 countries. n Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Study one or two semesters of your program Experience student life at both RMIT in Vietnam 2. Start your undergraduate program in Vietnam The Netherlands while continuing to pay the RMIT Vietnam and RMIT in Melbourne, Australia, through our and then apply to permanently transfer to tuition rate. n Glasgow School of Art, United Kingdom dual-campus options. Melbourne.

n VIA University College, Denmark 1. Complete UniSTART in Vietnam and then 3. Do your undergraduate program in Vietnam Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 and then apply to study a postgraduate n Konstfack University College of Arts, apply to do your undergraduate program in Melbourne. degree in Melbourne. Melbourne Crafts and Design, Sweden Vietnam OR partner Vietnam university Check out the Global Mobility options UniSTART Undergraduate Postgraduate bit.ly/Rmitglobalexperiences 1 Vietnam Melbourne

2 Vietnam Melbourne

3 Vietnam Melbourne Binh An Nguyen Ngo Alumnus Bachelor of Communication Note: If you transfer your program to RMIT in If you’re interested in studying a full program (Professional Communication) Melbourne or join a full program there, you at RMIT in Melbourne, see page 71 for more will pay the Australian tuition rate. You may information. I went on exchange to Nanyang Technological University in also have the chance to seek post-study work . One of my career goals is to work in Singapore. opportunities with employers in Australia. So it was an obvious choice to go there. Most multinational communication agencies have regional offices there. Taking part in company tours and industry workshops widened my view of Get a glimpse of life in Melbourne bit.ly/exchangetomelbourne the communication industry in the international context. Also, I made lifelong friends there.

16 17 A path to employment

18 19 Career Industry head start connections

Our career services and industry links help to Develop your soft skills through the Personal You will benefit from the strong relationships we make the journey from the classroom to the Edge program and get ready for the have with local and international industry partners. workplace a smooth one. international job market.

n Do a work placement through the RMIT n Access career counselling and n Join a series of training workshops Flagship Internship program to get hands-on mentoring services. on areas such as creative thinking, experience in a real work environment. communicating with confidence and n Get help in developing your skills in CV working across cultures. n throughout writing and preparing for interviews. Interact with industry partners your studies, such as in classroom activities, n Take part in visits to industry-leading n Utilise the Job Shop drop-in service for career fairs and networking events. for unique insights into information about services, workshops and companies modern workplaces. Many leading companies perform an advisory events. role to ensure our programs at the School of Hung Tzu Min n Build a portfolio of soft skills to show Current student n Join career fairs and networking events Communication & Design are relevant and up to prospective employers. Bachelor of Design (Digital Media) to connect with some of the biggest date. Such industry partners include: employers in your field. n EnPointe n Anymind Group The internship at Jodric Brand n Find exclusive employment opportunities Management Agency was my first-ever work through the CareerHub website. n YAMAHA MUSIC Group experience. It was a good opportunity Problem sensitivity, creativity, n Group M cognitive flexibility and logical n YEAH1 Group to gain experience in communicating reasoning are the top soft skills n UNIQLO - FAST with people in a workplace. The n H&M demanded in Vietnam’s labour market RETAILING Group agency focuses on graphics and Learn more about Personal Edge (VietnamWorks, Career prospects and n Zara - Inditex helps clients build brands. Three bit.ly/RMITPersonaledge skill trends in Vietnam: 2018-2022). n Navigos Search Group of my colleagues there were RMIT graduates. I learnt about working n HAPPINESS with clients, the processes involved SAIGON in branding design and managing my time. You should do an internship! It’s such a unique experience. 82% of our graduates have a full-time job within three months of completing their studies.

20 21 Employability

Roadmap Early semesters Middle semesters Late semesters EXPLORE EXPERIENCE ENGAGE

In embarking on your journey from Academic In the early semesters, core courses are In the middle semesters, industry Having already developed your knowledge and being a new student to becoming activities designed with two themes: industry engagement is the main theme in specialised skills, capstone projects allow you to put a graduate who is ready for the exposure and simulation.These equip you courses. You will engage with real clients and everything into practice. Before graduating, workforce, it can be helpful to think with an overview of the industry and help manage projects to address current business taking part in the Flagship Internship about your time at RMIT in the you to explore your abilities for a suitable challenges. program is a great way to get a taste of the career path. work environment. following three stages:

n exploring A. Industry exposure C. Industry engagement D. Capstone project in the early semesters; n n n n experiencing readings real industry projects final project n n n in the middle semesters; guest lectures applied research showcase n field trips n global collaboration n exhibition n engaging n case studies n industry mentoring in the late semesters. E. Work placement The Employability Roadmap B. Simulation To get a global experience, you can choose from RMIT Melbourne or more than 200 outlines how you can gain appropriate n Flagship Internship program partner universities around the world to go on skills and knowledge in academic and n simulated projects exchange for one or two semesters. extracurricular activities. By exploring, n game-based learning experiencing and engaging, you will n lab-based projects enhance your employability.

Extra- From the first semester, we encourage From semester 4, you can take on In your final semesters, you can engage with curricular you to join projects and clubs to develop managerial roles through many projects and an industry mentor and become acquainted activities a sense of belonging to your new training programs. You will be encouraged with real working environments. It is a environment. Getting involved is a great to fulfill your own potential and become a chance to get better equipped to take on the way to nurture your soft skills naturally and creative leader! professional world! make new friends.

n LEAD training n Career Mentoring Program n Get Ready Program n RMIT Leadership Camp n part-time job opportunities n Emerging Leaders Project n Global Leadership Program n Flagship Internship n 40 student clubs n student clubs positions n Industry Networking Night n Personal Edge skills n n career fairs development workshops Personal Edge skills development workshops n Recruitment Day

22 23 Our programs

24 25 Pursue your passion

You will have access to specialist facilities n the Media Studio, which contains high-end At the School of Communication & Design, we offer a broad range of programs for you to and modern teaching spaces, including: audiovisual equipment and editing suites; choose from. n a new fashion software laboratory with n the Editing Suite and animation and design sewing and overlock machines, digital studios; direct-to-garment printing machines and n the Mixed-Reality Studio and digital embroidery machines. communication design studios with The School of Communication & Design is industry-standard printing equipment and also home to one of the best design libraries in audiovisual resources; Bachelor of Communication Bachelor of Digital Film Southeast Asia. (Professional Communication) and Video

Bachelor of Design Studies Bachelor of Design (Digital Media)

Bachelor of Fashion Bachelor of Languages (Enterprise)

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26 27 — Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication)

Program code: BP222 Intakes: February, June, October

Duration: Three years Location: Saigon South, Hanoi City Many courses feature guest lectures from industry professionals, expert feedback on student work, training workshops, company Equip yourself to become a multi-talented — visits and client projects. In your final year of communicator with cross-platform skills in Careers study, the Flagship Internship offers a chance to the exciting and fast-growing media and get real-life work experience with an employer. communication sector. n account manager This career-oriented degree will train you in n client services director creating traditional and digital content that is n copywriter both informative and compelling. n digital content developer Courses in this program focus on advertising n government and non-government and public relations (PR). Advertisers seek organisation communications to build the brand of a product or service in planner order to change consumer behaviour. PR n marketing communication practitioners seek to inform and influence planner members of the public in order to build a n media advisor or spokesperson positive opinion of an issue or organisation. n media/public relations strategist n With the communication sector increasingly in online/mobile/social media San Vu Giang Ly need of graduates who have a combination of producer Industry partner Alumnus skills in advertising, PR and digital methods, General Manager, Former Digital Manager, Mindshare this program will, through up-to-date learning Saatchi & Saatchi Vietnam activities, develop your capabilities to Find more information here confidently step into the workforce. bit.ly/Rmitvnprofcomm At Saatchi & Saatchi Vietnam, we’ve The program matched with my been recruiting many RMIT students for personality and career aspirations. I was different intern positions, including in curious about how communication could account service, planning, design and shape people’s opinions and influence Creative entrepreneurship copywriting. RMIT students are well their decisions. Being divided into two Increasingly, RMIT graduates are setting up their equipped with teamwork, language, streams – advertising and public relations own creative businesses and companies in the creative-thinking and problem-solving – I could explore the different aspects fast-growing world of media and communication in skills. They come to work with confidence of both fields and learn about different Vietnam – and beyond. and a ready-to-work attitude. They know roles. Having worked for about five years how to perform the job to achieve the in the industry since graduating, I’m now outcomes. RMIT is an important source embarking on my master’s study. of talent for the industry.

28 29 — What you will study

The diagram shows the advised program structure and progression: Bachelor of Communication (Professional Communication)

Choose from these program electives: YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE n Professional Writing SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 4 SEMESTER 7 n Advertising Media n Mass Media in Asia Introduction Foundations Making Media Creative Communication Exploring Client Issues, Risk General to of Public Advertising Strategy and Asian Popular Management and Crisis elective 2 Advertising Relations Planning Culture Communication (PR)

SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 8 Professional Communication Modern Asia Copywriting Asian Program Professional Communication Foundations Cinemas elective 1 Capstone Studio

SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 6 SEMESTER 9 Contemporary Public New Media, Art Direction Interdisciplinary General Media and Relations Research New Asia Project elective 1 Communication Flagship Internship

*‘Program elective’ refers to elective courses offered in this particular program. ‘General elective’ refers to elective courses offered across the university.

Do Hai My Current student

I’m studying Professional Communication because I want to enhance my skills so that I can become an event planner. As a new student, integrating into the international environment can be challenging. I’ve had some great achievements in my learning journey. I’ve been on exchange to RMIT Melbourne and become part of the Student Ambassador Team. Developing personal skills and teamwork skills will help me pursue my career goal.

30 31 Student work

— The Fusion of Gout Mattea Kearney, Pham Hoang Vu and Bui Phuong Anh developed a 12-month communication campaign for a perfume brand fusing French and — Asian influences as part of the course Professional Communication Capstone Studio. WEBE poster Yani Mach, Tran Ba Thao Phuong and Nguyen Thu Khanh Linh designed this poster as part of an advertising campaign in the course Professional Communication Foundations.

32 33 — Bachelor of Digital Film and Video

Program code: BP325 Intakes: February, October Duration: Three years Location: Saigon South Taking part in an internship in your final year provides a chance to get real-life work experience with an employer and make a smooth transition into the world of creative — work. Throughout the program, you will engage Turn your passion for storytelling and content Careers with experts from the film and video industry in creation into a career through this industry- a range of class projects and activities. leading program in Vietnam. n director With demand for new digital film and video n producer content rapidly rising in Vietnam, employers are n editor constantly searching for talented and qualified n digital content developer professionals to create adverts, music videos, n online/mobile/social media web series and features for social media, TV, creative mobile and web, or the cinema. n director of photography n This program will train you in how to build a production manager story (screenwriting, directing, producing), n screenwriter how to create content (camerawork, lighting, n studio manager editing) and how to understand narrative (themes and genres). Gordon Westman Khoa Trong Nguyen In your final year, you will use all of your new Industry partner Associate Lecturer skills to produce a major film or video as part Founder, 116 Pictures of a final project. Find more information here bit.ly/DigitalfilmandvideoRmit 116 Pictures is a full-service production This program fulfills the growing demand house for commercials, feature films and for well-trained, technologically-savvy, digital content. We’ve been engaged with creative and resourceful film and video RMIT for 10 years as a partner through practitioners in Vietnam. You will get a mentoring students in internships and a solid foundation in film and video history, number of activities. RMIT students have theory and techniques. We’re confident a strong grounding in all aspects of film that the solid portfolios you produce and video production, plus a real desire through coursework, engagement in to be part of the team. They’re keen to competitions, projects and freelance learn and can be easily integrated into a opportunities will open doors for life-long professional film production as valuable careers in the local and international crew members. media space.

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What you will study Bachelor of Digital Film and Video

The diagram shows the advised program structure and progression:

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE

SEMESTERSEMESTER 1 1 SEMESTER 4 SEMESTER 7 Digital Editing and Introduction Screenplay Line and Screen Producing for the Digital Elective 3 Storytelling Grading to Cinema Development Production Culture and Economy Studies Management Theory

SEMESTERSEMESTER 2 2 SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 8 Screenwriting Capturing Asian Elective 1 Camera and Critiquing Digital Film and Video: Essentials Image Cinemas Lighting Narrative Capstone Project

SEMESTERSEMESTER 3 3 SEMESTER 6 SEMESTER 9 Staging and Sound: Genre and Episodic Content: Web and Elective 2 Media and Direction Design and Historical Social Media Communication Context Movements Internship

Film-/video-making strand storytelling, directing, producing.

Technical studio strand camerawork, lighting, editing.

Concepts and debates strand themes, genres.

Bui Thuy Phuong Trinh Current student

I‘ve always been into art and, more specifically, film and media. After realising the impact of visual mediums such as films, TV commercials and music videos on audiences, and how they can change our perspectives, I decided that I wanted to be a part of turning abstract ideas into concrete products. At RMIT, I can learn from professors who give us creative freedom. I can also meet friends who share the same interest. Filmmaking is all about collaboration!

36 37 Student work — Dove’s Wings In The Night These moving-image projects, derived from still images, were developed as part of the Digital Storytelling course. by Dao Xuan Vu

— Faith by Tang Quoc Nguyen

— Beloved: To My Darling Friend

by Bui Thuy Phuong Trinh

38 39 — Bachelor of Design Studies

Program code: BP316 Intakes: February, June, October Duration: Three years Location: Saigon South, Hanoi You will undertake industry research and develop commercial industry briefs. Events such as forums and public lectures provide a chance to connect with key industry figures. — A three-month internship at the end of the Develop your creative credentials to become a multi- Careers program offers an invaluable experience in a disciplinary designer in the fast-growing industry. real working environment. This program is suited to highly motivated Career opportunities can be found in: students who want to combine a broad design n graphic design education with the opportunity to specialise in n fashion design particular creative streams. n interior design After the first year introduces you to a range n illustration and digital imaging of foundational skills and theories, such as n creative direction drawing, typography, composition, colour and n 2D motion graphics design computing, you can then specialise in two of the following areas: n Graphic Design and Visual Communication n Illustration and Digital Imaging Len Thanh Vu Rachel Jahja Industry partner Lecturer n 3D Concepts – Interiors Project Manager, Hope Unending Find more information here In each specialisation, you will learn up-to-date bit.ly/Rmitvndesignstudies theories and skills, and then apply them in Hope Unending is a non-profit The best thing about teaching Design studio projects. organisation for anti-human trafficking Studies is seeing students grow, Part of the program is delivered through two and anti-child exploitation. We’ve been develop and come out of their shells. forms of block mode – four-week block mode collaborating with students from the It’s amazing how they embrace their and eight-week block mode. Design Studies program as part of their own education and embrace who they class projects. Our initial expectation are. Before choosing a specialisation, was for them to re-design posters and our students experience an array of fliers for our outreach program. However, different perspectives. The way that we they were so creative and proactive that marry skills with theory subjects works they came up with an idea to produce a really well. Students bring all these skills picture book. I was truly impressed with together in design studio projects. their ability to think outside the box.

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What you will study Bachelor of Design Studies

The diagram shows the advised program structure and progression:

Choose two from the following specialisations: YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE n Graphic Design and Visual Communication n Illustration and Digital Imaging SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 4 SEMESTER 7 n 3D Concepts – Interiors Design History and Visual Design Design Design (Studio V) Design Studies: General Studio 1: Theory of Vocabulary: Discipline Discipline 1: Discipline Capstone Studio 1 elective 1 Drawing and Design 1 Typography, 1: Seminar Workshop 1: Studio Studio V is a program that links students Modelmaking Colour and (Theory) (Skills) (Project) to industry partners, government agencies, for Design Composition non-government organisations and other SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 8 community groups through creative outreach projects. Project issues reflect the Design and History and Design Studio Design Design Design Design Studies: Capstone topics of social issues, environmental issues Computing 1 Theory of 2: Elements Discipline Discipline 2: Discipline Studio 2 (Applications) Design 2 and Principles 2: Seminar Workshop 2: Studio and economic issues affecting Vietnam. of Design (Theory) (Skills) (Project)

SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 6 SEMESTER 9 Creative Design and Design Studio Design Program Program Professional Thinking and Computing 3: Systems of Management elective 1 elective 2 Practice: Innovation 2 (3D and Design and Design Effects) Collaborative Internship Studio

*‘Program elective’ refers to elective courses offered in this particular program. ‘General elective’ refers to elective courses offered across the university.

Van Tang Current student

My dream was to become a mangaka, or Japanese comic artist, but studying the Design Studies program has opened many more doors to me. That doesn’t mean I’m giving up my dream. In fact, with all of my new skills, the dream has become bigger and even more magical! The program expands your interest and gives you the ability and sensitivity to create and also conquer challenges in a multidisciplinary way.

42 43 Student work —

— Translating Art/Design Students developed these designs in the History Bubel Dinh Ngoc Minh Chau designed a student Movements through Linoleum and Theory of Design 1 course. wellbeing space for RMIT‘s campus in the Print Pattern Designs course Design Discipline 1 – Studio (Project).

— Elements and Principles of Design

Tran Ngoc Diep applied fundamental elements and principles of design to create a wearable artefact in the course Design Studio 2: Elements and Principles of Design.

44 45 — Bachelor of Design (Digital Media)

Program code: BP309 Intakes: February, October Duration: Three years Location: Saigon South The strong relationships that you build with local industry partners can open the door to exciting opportunities. They engage with students in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) — projects, internships and other activities, Discover the ‘magic’ of what design technology Careers including industry research and commercial can do and gain the skills and specialist industry briefs. knowledge to excel in a design landscape in a You will be prepared for many constant state of flux. exciting careers in areas including: In this program, you will gain a command of n media production the emerging technologies that are pushing the n audio/video post-production barriers in design in multiple disciplines, including n web and information design design, visual effects and game design. n interactive game development n You will become familiar with a range of creative visual effects n software and hardware as you learn to think 2D and 3D motion graphics visually and in a manner that enables you to offer n 3D modelling and animation unique solutions to visual problems. n event/stage design With a solid grounding in contemporary digital media design theory and practice, you can then Andy Ho Pham Hong Han explore how digital content can be planned, Industry partner Alumnus produced, applied and integrated. Business Director/Executive Producer UX UI Designer, freeC Find more information here RICE Content & Media Limited bit.ly/Rmitvndigitaldesign

RICE Content & Media Limited focuses on Art, design and technology have always content marketing and specialises in video been my passions. The Digital Media production. I’ve previously done workshops program showed me how to integrate with RMIT students and I’ve been a guest aesthetic values into technological speaker in classes. We have several full- applications, making them work in time interns from RMIT. The students have harmony with one another. It has not been eager to engage, ask questions and only shaped my career path but also see our case studies. Youth development changed my mindset when approaching is very important in our company, as we any challenge in life. With the support believe that talented people should be and patience of the lecturers, I have nurtured early in their careers. transformed into a seasoned and resourceful designer.

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What you will study Bachelor of Design (Digital Media)

The diagram shows the advised program structure and progression:

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 4 SEMESTER 7 Digital Media Studio 1: Digital Video Digital Digital Media Studio 3: Digital Media Studio 5: Digital Media Production Narrative Experimentation Specialisation Project Professional Theory and Practice Practice

SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 8 Digital Media Studio 2: Media Digital Media Digital Media Studio 4: Client Digital Media Major Project Collaboration Cultures 1 Specialisation Solutions OR 1 Digital Media Internship SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 6 SEMESTER 9 Sound Emerging Interactive Digital Media General Program General Design for Digital Media 1 Specialisation elective 1 elective 1 elective 2 Digital Media Cultures 2

*‘Program elective’ refers to elective courses offered in this particular program. ‘General elective’ refers to elective courses offered across the university.

Nguyen Quy Nhat Ha Current student

In the Digital Media program, I get first-hand experience with a broad range of applications outside what I previously knew. This gives me a chance to have more work opportunities in the future. I’ve also been shown new ways to approach creativity which are helping me to develop as an artist. The teachers are very experienced and knowledgeable. They are also considerate in the way they teach.

48 49 Student work

— Dopi Dao Bui Minh Son made a playable platform — game demo called Dopi in 2D as part of the The Place of Peace Bui Huy Bao constructed an idyllic world in this Digital Media Studio 5: Specialisation Project. 3D animation for a major assignment in the course 3D Animation.

— Fantastical Dream Tran Minh Khang designed this composite of a photograph and a rendered 3D interior in the course Digital Media Studio 1.

50 51 — Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise)

Program code: BP327 Intakes: February, October Your engagement with industry will include Duration: Three years Location: Saigon South field trips, guest lectures, workshops and competitions. Previously, such partners have included H&M, Inditex - Zara, Li & Fung and — Woolmark. In your final year of study, two Work If you have a flair for fashion and a mind for Careers Integrated Learning (WIL) projects provide a business, you are uniquely suited to a career in chance to connect theory to practice and engage closely with real industry partners. the growing fashion and textiles industry. n designing This program prepares you to become a leader in n digital textile design contemporary fashion enterprises, equipping you n textile technology design with the knowledge and skills to excel in fashion n pattern design retail management, marketing management, n range coordination fashion design and product management. n product development and trend You will develop a deep understanding of various analysis n aspects of the industry, with the option to buying and fashion retail specialise in the following elective subject areas: management n merchandising planning n Design and Product Development; n outsourcing and supply chain management n Retail and Merchandising; n quality assurance management Nguyen Thi Ret Ly Nguyen Thuy Yen Nhi (Nancy) Industry partner Alumnus n Customer Relationship Management and n international trade and Brand Director, Maison Retail Fashion Print Designer, wholesaling Communication. Management International Afromazi Design Saigon n visual merchandising Access to online resources such as the Berg n fashion sustainability The fashion program has enormously Fashion Library, Vogue Archive and fashion n fashion marketing and Maison Retail Management International is trends website WGSN will help you stay up to communications a leading fashion retailer in Vietnam. We’re contributed to my career. I met so many date with key trends in the industry. n digital fashion marketing the partner of choice for international amazing people who became friends. The brands entering Vietnam. We have joined skills and knowledge that I gained have with RMIT’s students on some of their enabled me to identify many professional project campaigns. They have been growth paths and to choose the one that Find more information here amazing experiences. The students are suited my ambitions. After graduating, bit.ly/Rmitvnfashion very creative and hard-working. They have I was offered a position that was conducted deep research and presented recommended by RMIT’s career services. detailed plans. No doubt there are, among My current employer always wants to the students, potential candidates to work meet RMIT students. So I’m proud to say for our marketing department! I’m an RMIT alumnus.

52 53 — What you will study

The diagram shows the advised program structure and progression: Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise)

Choose from the following program option YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE electives and general electives(*) Design and Product Development subject area SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 4 SEMESTER 7 n Introduction to Fashion Design* Introduction Digital Program Fashion Program General Fashion Program Program n Fashion Product Development to Fashion Applications option 1 Range option 2 elective 1 Enterprise option 5 option 6 n Fashion Textile Technology* Marketing for Fashion Development Creation n Computing for Fashion Design and Product Enterprise 1 Development* n Pattern Cutting for Production* SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 8 Retail and Merchandising subject area Introduction Fashion Global Program Fashion Enterprise Project Program n Fashion Retail Experience Design* to Fashion Product Fashion option 3 Launch option 7 n Fashion Sustainability Retailing Specifications Sourcing n Fashion Buying Strategies n Supply Chain Management* SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 6 SEMESTER 9 n Apparel Quality Management Fashion, Introduction Fashion Digital Program General Fashion Enterprise Customer Relationship Management and Textiles, to Fashion Consumer Applications option 4 elective 2 Partnered Project Communication subject area Place and Enterprise Insights for Fashion n Communication Skills for Fashion Business* Story Enterprise 2 n Fashion Enterprise Global Experience n Fashion and Luxury Brand Management* n The Fashion Workplace* *‘General elective’ refers to elective courses offered across the university. n Digital Fashion Marketing Strategies* *Note: Not all courses may be available each semester. Some courses may be available online.

Phan Huu Vuong Current student

Before coming to RMIT, I had a vague idea that I liked nice- looking clothing but I didn’t know much about the fashion industry. Now, I know how to do almost anything for a small- scale fashion business, such as market research, marketing planning, visual merchandising, branding, designing and material sourcing. RMIT lecturers are great in supporting us to solve our problems and they have a lot of connections with Vietnamese and international fashion businesses.

54 55 Student work

— — Floralpunk This strategic retail, marketing and design Geometric Concept with Nguyen Tran Thao Huyen, Nguyen Vuong Hoang development plan was developed by Kim Hee Fashion Textile Technology Tram, Bui Thu Anh and Pham Hoang Khanh Vy Hyun, Hoang Lan Anh, Le Phan Uyen Nhi and crafted these pieces for a group project in the Doan A Tien as part of a Work Integrated Learning Fashion Textile Technology course. (WIL) project with fashion entrepreneur Julia Doan’s accessories business Floralpunk in the Fashion Enterprise Project Launch course.

56 57 — Bachelor of Languages

Program code: BP317 Intakes: February, October Duration: Three years Location: Saigon South In the Japanese major, students engage with native Japanese speakers from a diverse range of organisations, including through workshops and company visits. In the Translating and — Interpreting major, practitioners share their If you can see yourself interpreting for a Careers experience and expertise through guest company director on a trade mission to lectures, simulations and other activities. Japan, or translating and writing for a For graduates of the Translating and multinational corporation, this program will Interpreting major, jobs are available set you on the path to your dream job. across government, small and large Develop a foundational understanding of business, and non-government organisations in areas such as: language in different cultural contexts and n sales and marketing then choose to specialise in Japanese or n translating and interpreting, or both via a international business n double major. tourism n media and communications The Japanese major combines language n events and conferences skills with experiences of Japanese lifestyle n copywriting and editing and culture, including engagement with Japanese industry partners. Graduates of the Japanese major pursue Makoto Tani Tran Tien Hung The Translating and Interpreting major careers in Japanese organisations Industry partner Current student utilises cutting-edge technology, including or with government or Vietnamese General Director, Translational and Interpretation major simultaneous interpreting booths and companies interacting with Japanese Yamaha Music Vietnam specialised software, to build your skills clients. Such roles may include: n administrative officer The program places a strong emphasis on Yamaha is a world-leading brand in I love the Languages program at RMIT. I n Japanese writer/content creator face-to-face learning in the first two years, musical instruments. It has been a appreciate the pace at which the program n liaison/relationship manager followed by Work Integrated Learning (WIL) pleasure to share about Japanese music progresses, as well as the attention that n sales representative courses tackling language and cultural issues. and culture with RMIT students. Our the lecturers give to developing their n project manager corporate philosophy is: ‘Sharing Passion students’ soft skills. In my opinion, these and Performance’. We focus on creating skills are no less important than academic excitement and inspiration through capabilities. Having gone so far on this Find more information here music in life, education and culture. So journey, I feel confident going into the bit.ly/Rmitlanguages it has been great to witness students workforce and I can’t wait to see what the passionately learning new things. I now future has to offer. realise why RMIT graduates fit so well into international workplaces.

58 59 — What you will study

The diagram shows the advised program structure and progression: Bachelor of Languages

YEAR ONE YEAR TWO YEAR THREE A major is an area of specialisation. Students can choose: SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 4 SEMESTER 7 n Major in Japanese with minor of four courses Introduction Theoretical Japanese 1 Minor / Intercultural Ethics and Japanese 4 Minor / Interpreting Japanese Elective n Major in Translating and Interpreting with to Bases of Elective Communi- Professional Elective Practice Language Language Translating cation Issues in and and minor of four courses and Translating Principles Society n Double major in Translating and Interpreting Interpreting and and Japanese. Interpreting SEMESTER 2 SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 8 Japanese major Language Discourse Japanese 2 Minor / Working Language Japanese 5 Elective Language Translating One Elective Minor / Core Japanese and Studies for Elective and and the and Culture and advanced elective Society Translators Managing Law: – Capstone Interpreting course* and in Global Forensic Project Consolidation Translating and Interpreting major Interpreters Careers Linguistics Practice Minor / Core T and I elective SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 6 SEMESTER 9 Double major Global Translation Japanese 3 Minor / Language Translating Japanese 6 Elective Language (Translating and Interpreting, and Japanese) Language and Elective Management Practice and Technology in Global and Culture Core T and I Japanese Organisations Principles Internship

For the Japanese major: based on a Japanese *Advanced courses list: You may choose one of the following minors: placement exam, students will complete eight n Japanese Language in Context n Japanese (four consecutive courses, depending on Japanese language proficiency level at entry) consecutive Japanese courses – Japanese 1-6 n Japanese Corporate Discourse and Culture n Translating and Interpreting and two advanced courses, or Japanese 2-6 and n n three advanced courses, or Japanese 3-6 and four Japanese Social Semiotics From the School of Business & Management: Digital Marketing; International Business; Management; advanced courses. Tourism and Hospitality Management

Eriko Nishizawa Associate Lecturer, Japanese major

The Japanese major is fun and interactive. You will interact with not just your classmates but also guest speakers who are experienced in a variety of industries. We provide opportunities to engage with the language externally through off-campus activities in cooperation with our community partners. Learning with us will help you to more confidently communicate in Japanese, whether it be for business or leisure, in the future.

60 61 Admissions

62 63 Pathway — UniSTART

programs UniSTART provides a tailored pathway for transitioning into university if you do not meet the entry requirements. If you do not meet the English requirement to enter an undergraduate program, you will need to complete the necessary English courses. If you do not meet the academic requirement, you will enter UniSTART (Academic), where you will develop practical skills in areas such as critical thinking, communicating, reading and writing as part of the introductory pathway course Learning to Learn at a Global University. Before transitioning into a degree program, you will then need to complete the course Introduction to Communication and Design. — English for University Courses Duration

0. Beginner English for University Pre-Advanced 10 weeks The English for University program is a seven-level UniSTART program for learning English at RMIT, taking you from (English) English for University Advanced 10 weeks the level of ‘Beginner’ to ‘Advanced’. 1. Elementary Delivered by highly qualified and passionate English Learning to Learn at a Global University UniSTART teachers who bring to the classroom a wealth of 12 weeks (Academic)* 2. Pre-Intermediate experience from around the world, the program prepares Introduction to Communication and Design you to successfully transition into undergraduate studies. It focuses your development in three essential skills areas: Pathway 1 Pathway 2 Pathway 3 3. Intermediate n language skills; n academic skills; GPA: 6.0/10.0 GPA: 7.0/10.0 GPA: 6.0/10.0 n practical skills. English: Complete RMIT English English: Complete RMIT English English: Complete RMIT English 4. Upper Intermediate for University Upper Intermediate for University Upper Intermediate for University Advanced level; or level; or IELTS 5.5+ level; or IELTS 5.5+ IELTS 6.5+

5. Pre-Advanced

UniSTART UniSTART UniSTART UniSTART (English) (Academic) (English) (Academic) 6. Advanced Bachelor’s degree IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0)

Bachelor’s degree Bachelor’s degree Bachelor’s degree

Discover English for University Note: The academic courses in UniSTART are non-award courses, with no credit going toward an undergraduate degree. bit.ly/RMITenglishforuni

Learn more about UniSTART rmit.edu.vn/unistart

64 65 Eligibility

— ­— International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Vietnam education system Undergraduate programs UniSTART* Undergraduate programs

Academic 25 points minimum 24 points minimum n requirements Academic High school graduation diploma requirements n A minimum GPA of 7.0/10.0, or equivalent, for Year 12 n Minimum of 4 in English A1 or A2 at Higher n Minimum of 3 in English A1 or A2 at Higher Level (HL) or Standard Level (SL); or Level (HL) or Standard Level (SL); or Successfully complete RMIT English for University Advanced or complete one of the following n Minimum of 4 in English B at Higher Level n Minimum of 3 in English B at Higher Level English proficiency tests: English (HL); or (HL); or n IELTS (Academic) 6.5+ (no band below 6.0) requirements n Minimum of 5 in English B at Standard n Minimum of 4 in English B at Standard English n TOEFL iBT 79+ (with minimum score of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking Level (SL) Level (SL) requirements Note: the qualification must be taken no more than two years prior Note: the qualification must be taken no more than two years and 21 in Writing) to the RMIT program commencement date. prior to the RMIT program commencement date. n Pearson Test of English (Academic) 58+ (no communication band below 50) n Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) or Proficiency (CPE) 176+ (no band below 169) — UK A Levels Bachelor of Digital Film and Video: Undergraduate programs UniSTART* Candidates for this program will be required to submit a one-minute video to support their application, with the video topic to be determined by the School of Communication & Design. Please contact our consultants for more information. Academic Minimum 4 points for 2 A Level Minimum 7 points for 3 A level subjects requirements and 1 AS Level subjects UniSTART* n UK IGCSE: C/4 or better in English – First Language or English Literature, or B/6 or better in English – Second Language; or n English Academic High school graduation diploma n UK GCE A Levels: Achieve minimum C in an A Level subject that is taught and examined n requirements requirements A minimum GPA of 6.0/10.0, or equivalent, for Year 12 solely in English (excludes language subjects and mathematics and music) Note: the qualification must be taken no more than two years prior to the RMIT program commencement date.

Successfully complete RMIT English for University Upper Intermediate or complete one of the following English proficiency tests: n IELTS Academic 5.5+ (no band below 5.0) — n TOEFL iBT 50+ (with minimum score of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and United States English 15 in Writing) requirements n Pearson Test of English (Academic) 42+ (no communication band below 36) Undergraduate programs UniSTART* n Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) or First (FCE) 162+ (no band below 154) GPA 2.5/4, or equivalent; and one of: n RMIT English Placement Test: Pre-Advanced n a minimum SAT score of 1500 (out of 2400); or Academic GPA 1.0/4 requirements 1060 (out of 1600); or n *For the entry requirements of your specific UniSTART pathway (English or Academic), please refer to page 65 or a minimum ACT composite score of 21 contact our Student Recruitment team. See the standard undergraduate programs’ See the standard UniSTART English Note: TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson and Cambridge results are recognised for two years from the test date. English requirements English requirements (page 66) requirements (page 66)

66 67 Accommodation

On-campus residential facilities at Saigon South accommodate more than 100 students, offering a safe and comfortable home away from home. All apartments are fully furnished and air-conditioned, and residents have access to exclusive study spaces, kitchens and recreational areas.

Fee per student Fee per student Room type Capacity (one semester/16 weeks) (four weeks) Isuri Fernando Current student Single studio 1 VND 39,000,000 VND 10,700,000

Twin studio 2 VND 28,500,000 VND 8,000,000 I love the ‘dorm’ life at Saigon Three-bedroom apartment 3 VND 33,500,000 VND 9,300,000 South. Everyone living in the student Five-bedroom apartment 5 VND 32,000,000 VND 8,800,000 accommodation gets along, and the staff there are very friendly, too. We often arrange movie nights so we can * Prices quoted are for 2021 all hang out together and watch films. The campus has many good facilities, ­— ­— especially the library. The library has Inclusion Services and facilities a great fiction section, along with excellent study resources. n furnishing n on-site university management presence n air-conditioning n a kitchen, equipped with refrigerator, n the cost of utilities, including electricity and freezer, microwave oven, electric cooktop water and rice cooker, on each floor n weekly services, including linen change n printing lab with wireless printers (sheet and pillowcase) n recreation room with television, board n in-room wireless internet games and a pool table n wireless connectivity to the printing lab n external courtyard with outdoor seating n in-room safety box n laundry room with washing machine, dryers, ironing board and iron n access to university facilities, including the food court, sports centre and playing fields

More accommodation information bit.ly/Rmitaccommodation

68 69 How to apply Get the full At RMIT University Vietnam, there are three intakes each year: Melbourne experience! FEBRUARY JUNE OCTOBER If we don’t have the program that you’re looking for here at RMIT in Vietnam, you’re bound to find it Application process at RMIT in Melbourne, Australia! Choose from more than 430-plus programs across a diverse range of study areas. If you’re interested in doing a full program at RMIT in Melbourne, you can consult with our staff here in Vietnam and submit your application directly through us.

Submit Receive Accept offer Complete Biomedical application letter of offer and pay deposit online enrolment Architecture Art sciences

Start your program at RMIT University Vietnam! Building Business Communication Scholarships Design Education Engineering

RMIT Vietnam will offer more than 100 scholarships, at a total value of about 42 billion VND, in 2021.

New students at the School of Communication & Design are eligible to apply for ‘Creativity Health Scholarships’. Fashion Game design science

Up-to-date scholarship information bit.ly/rmitscholarship Information technology Law Media Tuition Social Property Science Students can choose between the standard tuition fee or the fixed-fee program. Payments science are made each semester on a course-by-course basis.

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70 71 RMIT UNIVERSITY VIETNAM

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