— Get the RMIT Advantage
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2018 A guide for future international students — Get the RMIT advantage Study in the heart of Melbourne — Contents 1 Welcome to RMIT Programs and Fees 2 Rankings 24 Pre-University 4 A global university of technology, design and enterprise 25 Foundation Studies 5 Global experiences 26 English Language Programs 6 Industry connections 28 Art, Design and Architecture Cover image: Israel Lemus Guillen – Master of Engineering 8 Welcome to Melbourne 32 Building, Construction and Planning (Aerospace and Aviation) 10 Campuses 34 Business 12 Accommodation 38 Communication and Digital Media 13 Cost of living 40 Computing, Games and Information Technology 14 Make new friends, get support and fi nd a job 42 Education and Teaching 15 Scholarships Acknowledgement 44 Engineering 16 Important dates of Country 49 Environment and Sustainability 17 Entry requirements 51 Health and Biomedical Sciences RMIT is situated on the land of the Kulin 18 Pathways 54 International and Community Services Nations, the traditional owners of the 20 Visas, fees and laws land on which RMIT University stands. 56 Justice and Legal 21 How to apply In Australia we respectfully recognise 58 Science Elders both past and present. We also 22 Research and innovation 61 Study Abroad acknowledge the traditional custodians 23 Collaborative Articulation Programs of lands across Australia, their Elders, 64 Maps All programs are subject to change, including vocational ancestors, cultures and heritage. education programs that are aff ected by National Training Package variations. — RMIT University is an amazing institution We offer life-changing experiences for students and staff. We help to shape the world with our research, innovation, teaching and engagement. Our students are incredibly Our students are incredibly diverse and diverse and our people are our people are defined by their passion, defined by their passion, interests, talent and drive. interests, talent and drive. Join us to be part of the RMIT story. Martin Bean CBE Vice-Chancellor and President RMIT University Connect with RMIT on social media for all the latest news and updates. Check out the RMIT YouTube Channel youtube.com/rmit 2018 A Guide for Future International Students | RMIT University CRICOS Provider Code: 00122A | RTO Code: 3046 1 — RMIT is a top-ranking university 2 #16 in the world 13th highest #109 in the world #35 in the 7th in Australia for universities ranked university for employer world for the and #71-80 less than 50 years in Australia and reputation (#8 in international in the world old1 252nd in the Australia and #3 profile of the for graduate world* in Victoria)* University’s employability† academic staff* #1 in Australia Top 100 Top 150 5-Star QS for #1 in Australia and #16 in the universities in universities in excellence in and #17 in the world for Art and the world for: the world for: higher education world for Fashion Design and #4 – Engineering – Computer Science and and Textiles § in Australia and – Civil and Structural Information Systems programs #36 in the world – Electrical and Electronic – Education for Architecture – Mechanical, Aeronautical – Geography and and Manufacturing and the Built Area Studies – Accounting and Finance ‡ – Communication and Environment – Business and Media Studies‡ Management Studies‡ 1 2016–17 QS Top 50 Under 50 index * 2016 – 17 QS World University Rankings † 2017 QS Graduate Employability Rankings ‡ 2016 QS World University Rankings by Subject § Business of Fashion 2016 Global Fashion School Rankings 2018 A Guide for Future International Students | RMIT University CRICOS Provider Code: 00122A | RTO Code: 3046 3 — — A global university of technology, RMIT facts design and enterprise We prepare graduates for success in work, life and research so they can positively contribute to, and shape, the world. RMIT is proud of its international reputation for excellence in practical education and outcome- driven research. Explore the 450+ internationally recognised qualifications available at RMIT Founded in 1887 Established as a across higher education, vocational study and research streams. public university in 1992 Study areas: Art, Design and Computing, Games and Health and Architecture Information Technology Biomedical Sciences Building, Construction Education and Teaching International and and Planning Community Services Business Engineering Justice and Legal Communication and Environment and Science 5 campuses 3 colleges Digital Media Sustainability in Australia and Vietnam 17 schools 83,000 students Exchange partnerships with over 200 partners across 49 countries 2018 A Guide for Future International Students | RMIT University 4 CRICOS Provider Code: 00122A | RTO Code: 3046 — Global experiences Did you know that you can study or work overseas as part of your RMIT program? Make the world your classroom and participate in one or more of RMIT International Industry Experience and Student Profile RMIT’s global programs, giving you the competitive edge that future Research Program (RIIERP) Chamendra Amarasinghe – Bachelor of Engineering employers are looking for. (Aerospace Engineering) (Honours)/Bachelor of Business (Management) From semester-long and short-term study programs to work-based Take part in vocational training and research projects at world-class opportunities – your options are endless. businesses and institutions in Asia, Europe and the USA. Countries you can go on exchange to: In 2012, I undertook an exchange semester in Exchange programs Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Chile China Colombia China, at the Nanjing University of Aeronautics Czech Republic Denmark Estonia Finland France and Astronautics. Moving to a country where Spend a semester or two at one of RMIT's 200+ partner institutions Germany Hong Kong Iceland India Indonesia Ireland English was not the main language was initially across 49 countries. Italy Japan Korea Malaysia Mexico the Netherlands frightening, however it taught me a lot about how New Caledonia New Zealand Norway the Philippines to adapt. Cross-campus study Poland Portugal Singapore South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Turkey United Kingdom Study at RMIT Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi campuses for USA Vietnam. up to a year. Global summer and winter programs Spend your summer or winter break at RMIT Barcelona or RMIT Vietnam, or one of our many partner institutions. Global intensives Join fellow students on a two- to four-week trip to the Americas, Asia or Europe under the leadership of an RMIT academic. 2018 A Guide for Future International Students | RMIT University CRICOS Provider Code: 00122A | RTO Code: 3046 5 — Benefit from strong industry connections RMIT has active connections to industry with over a hundred engaged partners. As an RMIT student you will benefit from meaningful, Learn how to make your start-up varied and practical learning experiences. These idea a reality may include: – work placements from three to 12 months Do you have a start-up idea you want to accelerate? – collaborative projects with organisations RMIT Activator is designed to help students grow successful start-up ventures and provide participants – networking with industry leaders with real-world skills in enterprise creation. Build and grow a successful Get help taking your idea to market at rmitactivator.edu.au business with RMIT Enterprise and Business Creation Centre Career mentoring Learn from innovative world leaders in your chosen field Undergraduate and postgraduate students in their last and gain connections and skills to help you find the or second-last year of study can apply to be mentored right job when you graduate. by an industry professional. Find out more at enterprise.rmit.edu.au Mentors and students meet for at least one hour every four weeks, over three months. 2018 A Guide for Future International Students | RMIT University 6 CRICOS Provider Code: 00122A | RTO Code: 3046 — RMIT links with the world’s best brands You may find yourself connecting with outstanding global brands via internships, research, mentoring, scholarships or sponsorship. ABB Australia Brookfield Multiplex Google L’Oréal Australia Telstra Adidas Group Bupa Australia Hansen Yuncken MasterCard Thales Group Airbus Chevron Australia The Heart Foundation Mercedes-Benz Tiger Airways Alcatel-Lucent Coca-Cola Hewlett-Packard Mirvac TNT Alcoa Australia Deloitte Huawei Technology Northrop Grumman Toyota ANZ Ericsson Australia Hyundai Motor Company Orica Transfield ARUP Ernst & Young IBM Oxfam UNICEF Audi Australia European Union Commission Intel PricewaterhouseCoopers Unilever Australian Property Alliance ExxonMobil Australia Isuzu Qantas Airways Uniqlo Australian Red Cross Fonterra Jetstar Airways Raytheon Walt Disney Company BAE Systems Ford Motor Company John Holland Group Rolls-Royce World Vision BHP Billiton Foxtel Jones Lang LaSalle Saab Yahoo! Inc. Boeing Fuji Xerox Knight Frank Siemens Bombardier GlaxoSmithKline KPMG Stockland Bosch Australia General Motors Lockheed Martin The Salvation Army 2018 A Guide for Future International Students | RMIT University CRICOS Provider Code: 00122A | RTO Code: 3046 7 — — Welcome to Melbourne Australia welcomes you Safe, multicultural, and the world’s most liveable city. Australia is a prosperous country with a long, proud history of stability and progress. RMIT’s Melbourne City campus is in the heart of Our City campus is surrounded by Melbourne’s Australians are renowned for our friendliness, and our wholehearted Melbourne’s central business district,