2011 PROGRAM GUIDE Melbourne, Australia FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

POSTGRADUATE COURSEWORK AND RESEARCH CONTENTS

Postgraduate studies at RMIT...... 2 Research and innovation...... 4 Study at RMIT ...... 6 Global advantage ...... 8 Academic information ...... 9 Campus locations ...... 10 Student services ...... 11 Melbourne ...... 12 Money matters ...... 14 English language requirements ...... 15 English at RMIT ...... 15 How to apply ...... 16 College of Design and Social Context...... 17 Architecture, Art and Design ...... 18 Building and Planning ...... 30 Education, Community Services and Social Sciences . . . . . 35 Media and Communication ...... 47 College of Science, Engineering and Health ...... 54 Computing and Information Technologies ...... 55 Engineering and Sciences...... 62 Sciences — Applied, Health and Medical ...... 80 College of Business...... 95 Double Master ...... 96 Visa information...... 107 Program index ...... 108

Front cover image: Interior detail of RMIT Storey Hall Boat Cruises On The Yarra River by Peter Dunphy (page 12) Queen Victoria Market by Mark Chew (page 14) Gokul Prabhu by Xin Lu (page 17) WELCOME

From our beginnings in 1887, RMIT has established an international reputation for excellence in education and high-quality outcome-oriented research. Today we are a global university of technology that provides students with the learning, teaching, research and training that enables them to excel. RMIT is among the largest universities in Australia, with a student body of 72000 including 28000 international students (onshore and offshore). The University has campuses in the heart of Melbourne’s central business district, in Brunswick and Bundoora in the city’s northern suburbs, and in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. We also have strong links with partner institutions which deliver RMIT degrees and diplomas in Singapore, Hong Kong, China and Malaysia. An impressive research profile, industry-relevant learning and extensive services and facilities are just some of the reasons students choose to study at RMIT. As a new RMIT student you will also benefit from our $AUD600 million investment in student learning and research facilities, the largest expenditure on capital works in the University’s history. Our degrees maintain currency and relevance thanks to the University’s teaching and research connections with industry, community partners and leading universities on every continent. As a postgraduate student, this means the opportunity for involvement in student placements and collaborative research projects with industry as well as industry guest lecturers and the involvement of practitioners in teaching. A range of study options including graduate certificates, graduate diplomas and master degrees is available. RMIT’s strong professional programs prepare graduates for employment and active participation in their communities and ensure that the University maintains its reputation for producing some of Australia’s most employable graduates.

Professor Margaret Gardner AO Vice-Chancellor and President POSTGRADUATE STUDIES AT RMIT

‘The postraduate degree conducted by RMIT has a good balance of theory and practice, which is vital.’

Chathuri Lakshika Jayasinghe, Sri Lanka Doctor of Philosophy (Statistics and Operations Research)

‘I chose RMIT because of the University’s reputation; my supervisor’s reputation, expertise in my topic and commitment to research; my liking for the topic I am working on at the moment; and the informal and friendly environment at the department. ‘For a research student, all these things are essential in order to become a successful researcher.’

2 RMIT UNIVERSITY | 2011 PROGRAM GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | POSTGRADUATE WORK-READY SKILLS FOR INTERNATIONAL JOB MARKETS

With three campuses in Melbourne and two in Vietnam, RMIT is a globally-connected university with a reputation for excellence in work-relevant education and high quality research.

RMIT qualifications are internationally- The sheer number of available Up-to-date and work-relevant recognised, and you can choose from choices reflects RMIT’s philosophy course content is delivered by more than 250 postgraduate degrees to of teaching specialised content that expert teachers and researchers gain the knowledge and skills you need is truly relevant to professional and who are leaders in their fields. to get where you want to go. personal success in a constantly Just as importantly, of the changing world. 72 000 students studying at RMIT, You can look forward to learning 28 000 are from overseas countries. world-class theoretical knowledge, You will quickly feel very much at gaining practical work-ready skills, home, and soon be enjoying on- and thriving on constant exposure campus activities and exploring to stimulating ideas and people from the many pleasures that vibrant, many different cultures. multicultural Melbourne has to offer. (It’s one of the world’s most liveable cities!) Enjoy your achievements with RMIT

WHY RMIT? » International reputation for excellence » Expert teachers and researchers in work-relevant education and high who are experienced in teaching quality research international students » More than 250 specialised postgraduate » Cutting-edge technology and equipment programs for international students » Current and relevant course content » Internationally-recognised, accredited » Work-based projects that promote qualifications ‘learning by doing’ » National and international industry » Diverse multicultural learning connections environment » Member of the Australian Technology » City location close to all amenities Network (ATN), a coalition of five large increases possibility of finding part- Australian universities distinguished time work by their ability to work with industry » Dedicated postgraduate facilities, and technology to deliver career- including lounge areas and IT driven programs support services » Extensive online resources and communication touchpoints » Strong alumni networks for ongoing personal and professional development

3 RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

ESTABLISH YOURSELF AS AN EXPERT IN YOUR CHOSEN FIELD

Meeting the challenges of a research degree is the ultimate method of RMIT Research is global, partnered and making a difference proving yourself as an original thinker Research and research training at RMIT are global in their focus and and demonstrating your ability to application, and profoundly shaped by the needs of industry. manage a long-term project. RMIT researchers produce innovative, internationally-relevant applied research Research degrees are offered at two that results in tangible benefits to the community and to society at large. levels – master and doctorate. You may RMIT has developed excellence and scale through four recognised be eligible to enter at doctoral level if structures of internal research concentration: you already hold an honours degree. » individual researchers in schools Research studies allow you to: » research groups in schools and/or colleges » formulate your own research topic and » RMIT research centres pursue your theories and ideas at a higher » conceptual level RMIT research institutes. RMIT also participates in cooperative research centres (CRCs) and other » achieve academic excellence within your chosen area through innovative national centres of excellence and focused research collaborations. Through research methods their connections with these research structures, higher degrees-by-research candidates make a valuable contribution to RMIT’s research community. » work independently and cooperatively, interact with experts in your chosen field of research, and participate in the commercialisation process Confucius Institute » gain study support – laboratory/ Opened at RMIT University in June 2010 by His Excellency Xi Jinping, workspace and computing facilities Vice-President of the People’s Republic of China, Australia’s first Chinese Medicine Confucius Institute promotes the study of Chinese culture and » obtain grants from government and language, with a focus on Chinese Medicine. The Confucius Institute is industry sources a collaborative project between RMIT, the largest provider of Chinese » submit a thesis or project for critical Medicine studies in Australia, and the Nanjing University of Chinese review by a panel of experts in your Medicine, supported by the Confucius Institute Headquarters in Beijing. field of study » prepare for a career in academia.

For further information: www.rmit.edu.au/programs/research

4 RMIT UNIVERSITY | 2011 PROGRAM GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | POSTGRADUATE RMIT RESEARCH INSTITUTES RMIT has four research institutes that demonstrate the University’s leading-edge research capabilities at national and international levels.

RMIT Design Research Institute RMIT Health Innovations Engaging with new design Research Institute technologies to enhance community The theme of the RMIT Health and individual life, this institute focuses Innovations Research Institute is on the delivery of space, environments, ‘translating fundamental science services and products through design into better health outcomes’. methodologies that elicit and guide Research themes: our needs and wishes. » Ion channels and transporters as Research themes: therapeutic targets » Customising space » Metabolism, exercise and disease » Rapid manufacture » Traditional and complementary » Intervention through art medicine » Geoplaced knowledges » Electromagnetism: biophysical Dr James Waldie flew on a zero- gravity aircraft to test his skinsuit. » Urban liveability modulators

RMIT Global Cities Research Institute RMIT Platform Technologies For aerospace engineer Dr James Research Institute Waldie, research has meant Focusing on a number of carefully developing a range of next This Institute aims to provide research chosen cities and their hinterlands generation spacesuits—for NASA that underpins and supports the in the Asia-Pacific region, this and other space agencies—for delivery of products and processes institute engages in cutting-edge and missions to the moon and Mars. applied research that has real-world based on functional materials with consequences for communities, embedded functionality. This research tackles a significant health problem faced by governments and organisations. Research themes: astronauts—extreme bone loss— Research themes: » Nano materials and devices by mimicking the effect of gravity » Climate change adaptation » Security and safety on the skeletal system. » Globalisation and culture » SportzEdge ‘The gravity-loading skinsuit replicates » Community sustainability » Intelligent industrial information the normal forces of standing on » Urban infrastructure technologies Earth, so it makes the body think » Human security it needs to be strong even in the weightlessness of space.’ » Learning cities Dr Waldie developed the concept for the skinsuit while studying a PhD in aerospace engineering at RMIT. He flew on a zero-gravity aircraft to test his skinsuit. Supervisor list In a world of possibilities, research RMIT has hundreds of research supervisors listed, all with unique exists to discover the next great interests and areas of specialisation. For the latest up to date breakthrough. supervisor listing, please refer to: www.rmit.edu.au/graduateresearch/searchsupervisors

5 STUDY AT RMIT

‘The city is multicultural, and as an international student, I find myself adapting to the surroundings quite easily.’

Khalilah Zakariya, Malaysia Doctor of Philosophy (Architecture and Design)

‘I chose RMIT because it is a practice- oriented university, and the postgraduate program it offers emphasises both theory and practice. ‘For my PhD in Architecture and Design, I have the option of conducting the research either by project or thesis. I find this to be a good approach in diversifying the research fields. ‘The school also conducts a Graduate Research Conference every semester to allow students, supervisors and invited panels to engage in discussions about the research works. ‘After the completion of my PhD, I will continue my career as an academician in Malaysia. I believe that the way my PhD program is conducted will equip me to get back into the academic and professional disciplines in the field of built environment.’

Build a

6 RMIT UNIVERSITY | 2011 PROGRAM GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | POSTGRADUATE THE FASTEST WAY TO BUILD A PROFESSIONAL CAREER IS WITH RELEVANT AND SPECIALISED QUALIFICATIONS

Whether you are looking to enter a TYPES OF POSTGRADUATE STUDY new field or to forge ahead with your current career, your RMIT postgraduate COURSEWORK DEGREES RESEARCH DEGREES degree will equip you with the highest level of skills and the latest know-how. If you are considering postgraduate Research studies at RMIT allow you studies to advance your career, to stay to formulate your own research topic Innovative course content also offers abreast with rapid change, to step out and pursue your theories and ideas. interesting options for graduates in on a new path, or to learn more just You will learn innovative research arts, science and business who want for the pleasure of it, there will be an methods, interact with experts in to further develop their ability as RMIT coursework program that suits your field, and participate in the critical thinkers. you perfectly. commercialisation process.

Master by coursework These are intensive courses directly related to specific career areas. Master by coursework courses generally require 12 to 18 months of full-time study.

Difference between coursework and research programs: COURSEWORK RESEARCH » Students are provided with a » Research degrees are ideal for structured learning experience students who have already achieved through lectures, seminars academic excellence within a and/or tutorials. particular area and seek to pursue » Students complete a variety of their own theories and ideas at a assessment tasks such as essays, higher conceptual level. presentations, reports, case studies » Students formulate their own and experiments. research topic, which should broadly » Students enjoy a valuable networking, conform to the research interests teamwork and social environment of the relevant school that offers with like-minded people. the program. » Regular interaction with expert » Students work independently teaching and research staff offers and cooperatively, interacting with valuable advice and insights from experts in their chosen field of an academic and industry-based research before participating in the perspective. commercialisation process. bright future with RMIT

7 GLOBAL ADVANTAGE

ALIGNED WITH THE DEMANDS OF THE GLOBAL ECONOMY RMIT QUALIFICATIONS ARE INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED

Professional recognition International mobility At RMIT education has a global reach Most of RMIT’s programs are RMIT’s international mobility through a combination of semester professionally recognised. Programs are experiences offer an exciting and exchanges, group study tours, designed with industry input, are up-to- challenging way to broaden your international work placements and date and directly relate to specific jobs academic, personal and professional research projects. The University has links and careers. Where a program meets skills. They are also seen as assets with partner organisations throughout the the requirements of an industry body, by employers seeking graduates with world – including 140 leading partner for example membership is available broad vision and practical experience. universities and institutes, companies and to graduates, details will be provided community groups – and is a member of in the program summary. the Global U8 Consortium, a group of leading worldwide universities. With two campuses in Vietnam and teaching partnerships in China, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore, RMIT Travel before you graduate, and experience a life-changing has a strong presence in the Asia- adventure at the same time as enhancing your career prospects. Pacific region. Student Exchange A video highlighting RMIT’s relationships Add another dimension to your Australian program with an exchange from with industry, community and RMIT to one of over 150 partner institutions on four continents in 31 countries. international partners is available on Student exchange is the most traditional form of international experience, and www.rmit.edu.au/globalpassport. overseas institutions provide courses that match with many academic programs offered at RMIT. www.rmit.edu.au/globalpassport/educationabroad Study tours An opportunity for an intensive period of study overseas, often in conjunction with a partner institution. More than 20 destinations are offered. International work experience RMIT European Union (EU) Centre The real-life focus of many RMIT degrees is extended through opportunities to The EU Centre at RMIT University, gain overseas clinical and industry experience. established in January 2010, promotes a better understanding RIIERP of the EU and EU-Australia relations. The RMIT International Industry Experience and Research Program (RIIERP) is It provides a focal point for teaching, a unique collaboration between students, companies and academics. RIIERP research and outreach activities participants complete six to 12-month placements in some of the world’s with the EU, Australia and the best-practice companies throughout Europe, North America and Asia. Asia Pacific region and acts as Currently, 165 international companies are involved in this program. an advocate for the EU in the region.

8 RMIT UNIVERSITY | 2011 PROGRAM GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | POSTGRADUATE ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Teaching methods Assessment a maximum duration of four years Coursework Coursework to complete a PhD. This means that PhD students apply for a student visa The Australian education system is Assessment is ongoing throughout for four years. similar to the British system. Classes the semester and may include are taught in English via a combination examinations, essays/reports, oral class Scholarships of lecture, seminar, tutorial, workshop, presentations, group projects, research RMIT University’s International studio, practical and laboratory sessions. projects, laboratory projects and Scholarships Program (ISP) Students learn core information in practical assignments. provides a range of opportunities for lectures followed by small group Research current and commencing students. discussion in seminars and tutorials. Scholarships are available for master Completion of the degree involves Research by research or doctorate (PhD) submitting a thesis or project for critical degree international students. Students undertake the approved review by a panel of experts in the research program under the supervision field of study. Students must complete For the latest scholarship offers of an appointed research supervisor. a minimum period of independent (including external scholarships), graduate research (this minimum period further details or application forms, is defined by the University as follows: please refer to the scholarships master–one year; PhD–two years) in web site. which relevant original contributions are www.rmit.edu.au/students/ made. At RMIT, students are allowed scholarships/international

SWEDEN NORWAY FINLAND

SCOTLAND ESTONIA DENMARK CANADA ENGLAND NETHERLANDS IRELAND POLAND GERMANY FRANCE AUSTRIA SWITZERLAND SPAIN ITALY KOREA UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TURKEY CHINA JAPAN

HONG KONG TAIWAN MEXICO (SAR) INDIA

PHILIPPINES VIETNAM MALAYSIA

AUSTRALIA

CHILE

Melbourne NEW ZEALAND

RMIT has links with over 150 partner institutions in 31 countries throughout the world. www.rmit.edu.au/globalpassport/exchangepartners

9 CAMPUS LOCATIONS RMIT OFFERS INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS A UNIQUE ACADEMIC AND SOCIAL ENVIRONMENT

City campus Brunswick campus Bundoora campus RMIT’s main campus occupies a friendly The Brunswick campus enjoys spacious Located 18 kilometres north-east and culturally vibrant area in the heart surroundings just five kilometres from of Melbourne’s city centre, RMIT’s of Melbourne’s central business district. the centre of the city. It is a relaxed, Bundoora campus is a modern Surrounded by galleries, restaurants and friendly environment where programs are learning environment situated on shops, the campus is also close to the delivered in modern facilities that include 42 hectares of parkland. State-of-the- State Library of Victoria and the popular award-winning textiles and printing art facilities include the Biosciences Queen Victoria fresh food market. buildings. The campus is a few minutes’ Building and a purpose-built health Students enjoy all the benefits walk from Sydney Road, a multicultural and medical science laboratory. associated with a central city location, area with a huge variety of specialty Excellent sporting facilities are also including excellent public transport shops, restaurants, cafés and markets. available at this campus, including access from all parts of Melbourne Programs at Brunswick include an athletics track, tennis and netball and greater potential for finding part- education, fashion, textiles design and courts, a football oval and soccer pitch. time work. textile technology, merchandising and Programs at Bundoora include health product development, footwear, printing sciences, engineering, manufacturing, and graphic arts. nursing and education.

RMIT International University Vietnam Established in 2001, RMIT Vietnam Students come from a range of is Vietnam’s first private university. countries including the USA, Germany, Campuses based in Ho Chi Minh France, Russia, Singapore, Malaysia, City and Hanoi host a fast-growing South Africa, China, Korea and, of population of more than 5000 students. course, Australia. All programs are delivered in English in www.rmit.edu.vn modern facilities, and RMIT’s MBA is offered at both campuses.

All new RMIT buildings are designed to a 5-star Green Star environmental standard. All refurbishments are designed to achieve a 4-star Green Star rating.

10 RMIT UNIVERSITY | 2011 PROGRAM GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | POSTGRADUATE STUDENT SERVICES

Support Student media Associations » Arrival Service » RMIT University News (Openline) » RMIT Association of International » Meet and Greet Service » Student News Bulletin (The Fly) Students (RAIS) » Accommodation » Catalyst student newspaper » RMIT Postgraduate Association (Housing Advisory Service) » RMITV student television » RMIT Union » International Student Information » SYN FM student radio » Student Union and Support (ISIS) » Alumni Health and wellbeing » International desk at Info Corner » and a range of cultural associations » » Disability Liaison Unit Chaplaincy » Study resources » Childcare Counselling » » English Language Support » Student Legal Service Health services and education seminars » Learning Support » The Hub (for services, advice and » » general information) Fitness centre Study Skills Workshops » Spiritual RMIT University Library Computers and IT » » Study and Learning Centre » Laboratories Buddhist Society » Clubs and societies » Email and internet access Campus Christian Movement » Islamic Society » Sport and Recreation » Remote dial-in » Prayer rooms across RMIT » Arts » Software downloads » Spiritual Centre www.rmit.edu.au/students/services » Virus information » Wireless network

Mentors Assisting the Transition Safety on campus Experience (MATE) Because everyone has the right to Make friends before you start your feel safe on campus, day and night, studies at RMIT! security staff are on duty at all RMIT Prior to travelling to Melbourne, why campuses 24 hours a day, every day not join RMIT’s MATE program. This of the year. program will pair you up (via email) with a current RMIT student, providing Upon request, RMIT’s Campus you with someone to answer your Security Patrol also provides questions, share tips on local culture a service where security team Computer lab and practise your English language members are available to escort skills. Joining the MATE program is a students to University car parks or great way to start your social network the nearest public transport. and link up with services both on and off campus. RMIT Security is constantly assessing www.rmit.edu.au/isis/mate and addressing risks to the University community, ensuring that every campus remains a safe environment for students, staff and visitors.

RMIT’s Swanston Library

11 MELBOURNE THERE IS ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW TO ENJOY IN MELBOURNE

Melbourne is one of the safest Accommodation Student Welcome Desk cities in the world in which to live, The RMIT Housing Advisory Service The Student Welcome Desk at work and study—and one of the provides information, advice and Melbourne Airport operates to coincide most interesting and exciting in assistance on the accommodation with the two major intakes of students which to play! options available to students. in February and July. You’ll find fascinating shopping arcades These include: It provides new international students and hidden laneways, theatres, galleries, » with vital information about safety, festivals and sporting events. The city is share and rental accommodation also home to live music venues, comedy » private student hostel getting around Melbourne, places to clubs and a vast array of affordable accommodation visit, major cultural and sports events, restaurants and cafés serving food » homestay/full board practical information on employment, from around the world. » student apartment complexes. renting accommodation, and consumer rights. Almost everything is just a short walk www.rmit.edu.au/housing or tram ride from RMIT’s centrally- RMIT Village is another option. This www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/okc/Pages/ located city campus—and even privately-operated facility provides StudentWelcomeDesk.aspx beaches and ski resorts can be student accommodation and is The Couch – reached by public transport. conveniently located close to shops, International Student Centre cafés and the RMIT city campus. A great place to live The Couch, located at 69 Bourke www.rmitvillage.com.au Melbourne is one of the world’s most Street, is a place where Melbourne’s liveable cities, according to the UK’s Events international students can relax, socialise Economist Intelligence Unit. The and access a range of support services. Melbourne loves to celebrate and a wide 2010 liveability poll ranked 140 major Open: Sunday-Thursday, from 5 pm variety of cultural and sporting events cities around the world according take place throughout the year, including: to 9 pm. to standards of health care, stability, www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/ culture and environment, education » Australian Formula One Grand Prix and infrastructure. Melbourne was » Australian Open (tennis) CommunityServices/ForYouth/ InternationalStudents/Pages/ placed third—and was the highest » One Day International and Test ranking Australian city. cricket matches WhatsOnInternationalStudents.aspx www.studymelbourne.com.au » Melbourne International Culture Card Victoria Comedy Festival Get special offers on arts, sport and Weather » Melbourne Cup Carnival (international horseracing) more. Culture Card Victoria is free Known for its four distinct seasons, for international students enrolled at » Moomba Waterfest Melbourne’s summers can be dry vocational colleges, universities and and hot, with the average daytime » Melbourne Writers’ Festival higher education institutions in Victoria. temperature reaching 28°C (82°F), » Melbourne International Food and while winters can be cool and wet, Wine Festival www.culturecardvictoria.com.au dropping to an average daytime » Melbourne International Arts Festival temperature of 14°C (57°F). » Melbourne Jazz Festival www.melbourne.vic.gov.au » Australian Rules Football » Melbourne International Film Festival.

13 MONEY MATTERS

Cost of living Expenses Per week Per year Many international students arriving AU$ AU$ in Australia to study at RMIT will be Accommodation establishment costs — 1 958* living away from home for the first time. (rental bond^, furniture etc.) While living independently is an exciting Rent for accommodation (share) 170 8 840 prospect, it also carries responsibilities that must be considered, including Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) — 389 the establishment and management Telephone, gas, electricity, water 46 2 392 of a budget. Travel (up to 10 km from city) 36 1 872 Living costs vary according to the type Books and stationery — 869 of accommodation, the number of people living in the accommodation and Food 67 3 484 the location. Here is a sample budget for Personal expenses 87 4 524 a single student for one year (excluding university fees). Total annual costs (approximate) AU$24 328 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/ * These costs are generally paid once only when first setting up accommodation. international/livingcosts ^ Bond is equivalent to four weeks’ rent. All prices are estimates for 2010/2011.

From 1 July 2010, the Department RMIT will ensure that any future annual of Immigration and Citizenship fee increase will be maintained below has introduced a mandatory Visa 7.5 per cent (subject to rounding). Length Cover (VLC) for all student Program tuition fees are invoiced on a visa applicants. semester basis based on the enrolled Students who are accompanied by load for that particular semester. their families must also ensure they Program tuition fees do not include are covered with valid OSHC. This is Overseas Student Health Cover, a condition of your student visa. administrative services charges, The Queen Victoria Market books, equipment and other materials Employment Norwegian students with Norwegian required to undertake the program or National Insurance Scheme cover and compulsory activities where relevant, International students studying in Swedish students with international such as fieldwork, excursions or Australia on a student visa are able to cover arranged through the Swedish laboratory practicals. work in Australia for up to 20 hours per National Board of Student Aid (CSN) week during study blocks and full-time are covered for medical expenses in Additional costs during semester breaks. Australia and do not need OSHC. Additional expenses for items such as www.rmit.edu.au/programs/ www.rmit.edu.au/programs/ textbooks, program notes, field trips, international/workpermit international/health special equipment and materials may apply to some programs. Health insurance Tuition fees www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/other Overseas Student Health Cover RMIT University reserves the right to (OSHC) annually adjust program tuition fees to The Australian Government requires take into account increases in University all international students studying on a and program delivery costs. Changes student visa to be covered for medical to program tuition fees will be applied at and health care with an approved OSHC the beginning of each calendar year. provider during their stay in Australia.

14 RMIT UNIVERSITY | 2011 PROGRAM GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | POSTGRADUATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

All postgraduate programs have academic and English language prerequisites that must be met before a student can be accepted into a program.

While academic requirements for each If a program’s English language program are listed in the program detail requirements differ from those listed in within this publication, for most programs the table, the correct English language the English language prerequisites have requirements will be listed in the program been summarised in the table below. content and description.

Program English language requirement (one of the following): IELTS TOEFL REW (Academic) Paper based Internet based (iBT) RMIT University accepts Graduate Certificate English for IELTS (Academic) or Graduate Diploma Overall score 92, Academic TOEFL scores taken 6.5+ (no band 580+ Master by Coursework minimum 20 in Purposes within 24 months of the less than 6.0) (TWE 4.5+) Master by Research all sections Advanced 2/ proposed commencement Advanced Plus* of study date. Doctor of Philosophy

* Effective from March 2011, 10 week Advanced Plus course replaced 5 week Advanced 2 course. Advanced Plus course does not cater to RMIT programs requiring IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/international/englishequivalent

ENGLISH AT RMIT

RMIT English Worldwide (REW) is one of Australia’s leading English language centres, conveniently located in the heart of the city, opposite the main campus of RMIT University. Established in 1968, REW offers high-quality English language services for social, business or academic purposes in Australia and internationally.

English for Academic Purposes English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Successful completion of the appropriate programs are for students who need level of the EAP program satisfies the to meet the English language English requirements for entry to RMIT requirements of their selected University programs. This means that programs. EAP assists students to students do not need to sit for an IELTS develop key skills in critical thinking, (Academic) or TOEFL test before they independent learning and active enter their course at RMIT. participation in an academic environment. www.rmitenglishworldwide.com REW classroom

15 HOW TO APPLY

Submitting an application to Research program applications Other information RMIT University The following steps outline the process Applications requesting advance You can choose to submit your for research applications: standing and/or credit exemptions, application either: or have portfolios attached require STEP 1 (a) online, via Apply International longer processing. www.rmit.edu.au/international/apply Visit www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/ Applicants are required to submit proof supervisors to confirm that the area or of English proficiency by way of an of research is available at RMIT. IELTS (Academic), TOEFL, RMIT English (b) via a paper application form STEP 2 program or a placement test result. If www.rmit.edu.au/programs/ they do not meet the English language applications/applicationguide Identify a suitable research supervisor. requirement, RMIT University will To ensure timely processing of your STEP 3 automatically add English study as application, please ensure that all part of the offer. Contact your preferred supervisor supporting documentation, evidence by introducing yourself and emailing Application procedures and dates of English proficiency and academic a copy of your research proposal. transcripts are certified and provided There are no application deadlines. with your application. STEP 4 However, RMIT recommends that students apply several months in If the RMIT University academic agrees Academic calendar advance due to program popularity. to supervise your research, you can Students must also allow ample time submit an application – either online or 2011 for visa and travel arrangements. 28 February Semester 1 commences via paper application (see above) – to undertake a research program at RMIT registered representatives 6 June Exams RMIT University. 27 June – 15 July Semester break RMIT University has an approved network of registered representatives 18 July Semester 2 commences STEP 5 located around the world to assist Subject to RMIT University’s research 24 October Exams students with program and application guidelines and requirements being met, 14 December Graduation parade and queries. These representatives are you will receive an offer letter. Depending ceremony knowledgeable about the Australian on your circumstances, the offer letter education system, RMIT University and may be subject to certain conditions the RMIT application process. They will being met. You accept your offer assist students with program queries by following the instructions on your and program and visa applications. offer letter. www.international.rmit.edu.au/info/ agentlist

Step into the futurewith RMIT

16 RMIT UNIVERSITY | 2011 PROGRAM GUIDE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS | POSTGRADUATE DESIGN AND SOCIAL CONTEXT

The College of Design and Social Offering nearly 70 postgraduate Context (DSC) encompasses RMIT coursework and research programs, University’s art, architecture, design, DSC is committed to fostering an environment which transforms and communication, global studies, advances knowledge and professional education, building, environment, practice by engaging in new forms of planning, and social science intellectual and cultural activity. Emphasis discipline areas. is placed on critical, responsible and knowledge-based approaches to study A commitment to creativity and the and research. A strong tradition of individual development of students publication and exhibition exists in which is central to our philosophy. Studies staff and students actively participate. are designed specifically to meet the professional, personal and vocational Our vibrant research community attracts needs of the student. funding from a range of government and industry sources. We have a number of nationally and internationally recognised research centres, such as the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute (AHURI), Centre for Design, Centre for Applied Social Research, and the Globalism Institute. BUILD YOUR EXPERTISE

Gokul Prabhu, India Master of Fashion and Textiles

‘This course will teach me to handle my international clients better and build upon my expertise in marketing, merchandising management, and trend forecasting which is very important in my business. ‘I would love to manufacture garments and deal with the leading international brands, such as Marks and Spencer and Nike – that’s my ultimate career goal.’

17 Program structure Careers Architecture, Year one Credit points Graduates of the program are employed by » Architecture Design Studio 7 24 architecture, design and building companies Art and Design » Architecture Professional Practice 1 12 from private and public industry. Small to » Architecture Asian Urbanism 12 medium-sized practices offer opportunities » Architecture Design Studio 8 24 for engaging with a broad range of practice » Architecture Professional Practice 2 12 activities. Large architectural firms often » Architecture Design Elective 1 12 encompass a number of disciplines and have offices or projects occurring overseas. Year two » Architecture Design Studio 9 24 Art in public space » Architecture Professional Practice 3 12 » Architecture Design Elective 2 12 GC045 Graduate Certificate in Art in Public Space » Architecture Major Project 36 CRICOS code: 022046D » Architecture Design Elective 3 12 Architecture Duration: 0.5 year Teaching methods MC163 Master of Architecture GD070 Graduate Diploma in CRICOS code: 060829B Classes are taught in a combination of Art in Public Space Duration: 2 years lecture, design studio, seminar, tutorial, CRICOS code: 022047C www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc163 audio visual and model making, workshops, Duration: 1 year practical and laboratory sessions. MC079 Master of Arts (Art in Public Space) City campus CRICOS code: 022048B Academic entrance requirements To maintain RMIT’s architecture program’s Duration: 1.5 years leading position in the international market, Completion of a first architectural discipline www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc079 and to offer our graduates degrees that are degree is a prerequisite for entry to the City campus competitive and valuable, the architecture Master of Architecture. The Bachelor of program at RMIT has moved from a five Architectural Design from RMIT with a GPA RMIT’s art in public space programs are year Bachelor of Architecture degree to a of 2.5 or above fulfils this prerequisite. amongst the first of their kind in the world, Bachelor of Architectural Design and Master A degree from another institution will need and address issues of art in public space of Architecture. This has created a 3 + 2 to be architecture-specific and acceptance which are an important feature of current degree structure for architecture graduates, into the master program is merit based. international cultural debate. culminating in the professionally accredited The art in public space program offers a Portfolio requirement Master of Architecture program. broad theoretical and historical understanding The Master of Architecture is becoming Preferred format: of the discourses on, and practice of, art in standard internationally as the professional » Hard copy printed portfolio of either A3 public space. It provides training in dealing degree, and most architecture programs or A4 size printed in colour. The portfolio with the practical and theoretical problems in Australia are currently in the process of should be a package of images, drawings, arising from the situation of art in public moving, or have moved toward this or a sketches, paintings, models, photographs, space and examines current definitions of similar model. The Master of Architecture computer work, etc. of personal creative/ real and virtual public space. is part of the new 3 + 2 structure design progects The program addresses questions such as: (years 4–5) for five years of professional » Should include concepts/ideas that lead » Where are the spaces that enable art to education in architecture. to the final design piece be an active interpretation, rather than The program is discipline-specific and » Maximum 30 pages decoration, of the city? design-focused. That is, it develops an » or digital format to the following specification: Who should define policies for public advanced understanding of the discipline of culture? architecture while providing a diverse set of » A3 or A4 size PDF document only » How can art negotiate the new spaces of skills and learning experiences. Its focus is » Maximum 30 pages the contemporary public sphere such as on developing the core skills of the architect » Maximum size 10MB the Internet? – architectural design to an advanced level, and in building a self-critical understanding of Professional recognition Program structure students’ own work, and an understanding of Completion of the two-year Master of Stage A Credit points research through the medium of design. Architecture program, following the three- » year bachelor degree, is required to meet the Integrated Project 1 24 » academic requirements for registration as an Theory and Professional Practice 1 24 architect under the Architects Registration Stage B Act of Victoria, and for membership of the » Integrated Project 2 12 Royal Australian Institute of Architects. » Professional experience is also required Theory and Professional Practice 2 24 before graduates are eligible for registration. Stage C » Major Project Presentation 12 » Major Research Project 36

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Academic entrance requirements Program structure Professional recognition

Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art or equivalent Graduate diploma Credit points The Master of Arts (by coursework) and the degree from an approved university or Complete four courses from Graduate Diploma in Arts Management are college of art, with a distinction in the major » Arts Management 24 formally accredited programs and provide discipline; or a tertiary qualification together evidence of substantial achievement for » Community Arts Management 24 with considerable professional practice in an promotion and employment purposes in » Cultural Policy and Practice 24 appropriate discipline that demonstrates an occupations relating to education and the » The Law and Arts Management 24 ability to undertake the program. arts industry. » Gallery and Museum Management 24 Work experience » Minor Independent Study 24 Careers » RMIT public art/art and public space works Curating Contemporary Art 24 Graduates will be employable as senior regularly with overseas partners. International Master practitioners in a variety of educational, projects are undertaken and students Complete six (6 x 24 credit points including training, community and arts industry settings have the opportunity to participate in one Research Strategies) courses from which require high levels of knowledge and overseas project as a specialist field trip when » Arts Management 24 skills in areas such as arts administration available. Such projects have recently been » Community Arts Management 24 and management, project management and conducted in China, Italy and Turkey. » Cultural Policy and Practice 24 research methods. Professional recognition » The Law and Arts Management 24 » Gallery and Museum Management 24 Fashion and textiles The program, the first of its kind in » Research Strategies 12 Australia, was initiated by a Program MC164 Master of Fashion and Textiles » Integrated Project 1 12 Development Committee including CRICOS code: 061110M » Curating Contemporary Art 24 representatives from the fine arts, Duration: 1.5 years » Minor Independent Study 24 architecture, geography, urban planning, art www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc164 » Project 1 24 history and theory, and arts administration. Brunswick and City campuses or Worldwide the fashion and textile industry Careers Complete four 24 credit points courses employs tens of millions of people. They The program offers the experience required to (including Research Strategies and excluding are employed in every aspect of the supply produce public art projects in the professional Project 1) from the above and two courses from chain from raw material production to high environment, or acquire the expertise to work » Project 2a 24 end fashion design to management of in the field of criticism and specialised arts » Project 2b 24 multinational corporations. Two significant management. Students will attain the training Teaching methods trends are emerging in the industry, one to act as client representatives and public art is increasing globalisation and the other is project, business and site managers. All courses are taught face-to-face in the form of lectures, tutorials, seminars, the need of developing countries to move beyond the first stages of fibre, yarn and Arts management work-integrated learning and workshops outside normal working hours. fabric production to more labour and cost intensive aspects such as design, brand GD028 Graduate Diploma in Assessment Arts Management management, quality control and distribution CRICOS code: 061672K Assessment is ongoing throughout the to be able to compete in global markets. Duration: 1 year semester and may include essays/reports, It is an industry of complex supply MC034 Master of Arts (Arts Management) oral class presentations, group projects, chains and rapid technology change that CRICOS code: 061673J research projects, and practical assignments. requires experienced and knowledgeable Duration: 1.5 years Academic entrance requirements professionals who understand how to pull www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc034 together their organisation’s needs efficiently An appropriate initial degree and at least one and effectively. City campus year of relevant professional or additional RMIT’s Master of Fashion and Textiles These programs provide you with the academic experience. Applicants without this focuses on the international fashion and opportunity to recognise, develop and academic qualification may be considered for textile industry and is aimed at people extend your professional knowledge, skills, entry if they produce evidence or experience wanting a successful career in this industry. attitudes and values within a flexible which satisfies the relevant Head of School It is for people who want a postgraduate framework. You will be equipped for senior that they have developed a knowledge of qualification that builds and adds expertise positions of responsibility in a variety of the field of study sufficient to undertake the and knowledge in the areas of design, educational and arts industry contexts and proposed program. technology and supply chain management become able to assist your organisation to Pathways to their existing textile, merchandising and address strategic priorities in a systematic fashion skill base. This program is relevant and effective manner. Recognition of current competencies is available for these programs. The master to fashion designers/technologists, textile Specifically, the programs aim to produce, in designers/technologists, industry managers cooperation with the education, training and program can lead to entry into higher degree research programs. and those with a fashion and textiles arts industries, highly skilled, critical, reflective merchandising and marketing background. and ethical practitioners committed to making a substantive contribution to the field of arts management and the community.

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You will have the opportunity to work on Teaching methods Program structure industry-based projects with leading fashion All courses are taught in combination of Year one Credit points and textiles brands such as Husk, Country online and face-to-face in the form of » Road, Review, Charles Parsons & Co., Major Project A 24 lectures, tutorials, seminars and workshops » Major Project B 36 Myer and Textor Textile Technologies. This during normal working hours. postgraduate program also offers an entry » Major Project Proposal Development 12 point to people wanting to start a business Academic entrance requirements » Professional Practice Advanced in the fashion or textile industry. Seminars 24 Applicants must have a relevant bachelor » Self Directed Projects A 24 This program addresses not only textile and degree from a recognised tertiary institution » Self Directed Projects B 24 fashion industry issues, but also includes or significant professional practice within the broad scope of business operations, the fashion and textiles or merchandising/ Teaching methods such as marketing and distribution, product retail industry. Teaching methods include supervised studio development, leadership and management, Extra requirements practice, cross-disciplinary group tutorials, industry economics and the global issues in individual tutorials, seminars and lectures. current business environments. Applicants with the required undergraduate Students are required to make a formal Graduates from this program will be skilled qualifications do not need to submit a presentation contextualising their practice. and knowledgeable in the areas of global portfolio. Applicants without undergraduate A short essay is required from the mid fashion and textile markets, supply chain qualifications need at least five years’ semester seminar. Semester two culminates structures, business management issues professional experience in the areas of in an exhibition/presentation of the major and understand the implications of fashion and textiles. To demonstrate this project. A proposal and visual documentation technology which are all contextualised experience they need to submit a resumé, is also required for the final assessment. within the fashion and textiles industry. two professional references and may need to submit a portfolio. A portfolio is not required Assessment Program structure if work experience is in textile technology. Assessment is ongoing throughout the Core courses Credit points Applicants with non-fashion/textile semester and may include examinations, » Advanced Case Studies in Fashion undergraduate degrees will have to complete essay/reports, oral class presentations, and Textiles 12 a five-day Product Knowledge Workshop in group projects, research projects, studio/ » Advanced Textile Materials and Textiles offered by RMIT’s School of Fashion design projects and practical assignments. New Technology 12 and Textiles during the first semester of » Global Business Issues Fashion the study to fulfill required prerequisites and Textiles 12 for a number of courses. The cost of this » Innovation and Entrepreneurship 12 workshop is approximately AU$900. » Leadership and Management (Executive) 12 Fine art » Research Methods (Fashion and Textiles) 12 MC078 Master of Fine Art CRICOS code: 022049A Electives Duration: 1 year Select 72 credit points www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc078 » Accounting for Management Decisions 12 City campus » Business Planning 12 The Master of Fine Art (by coursework) » CATD3 – Fashion and Textiles Design 12 program is centred on the individual » Distribution and Logistics Fashion and Textiles 12 candidate’s practice and is designed to » Design Manage and Quality Systems 12 provide the serious art student with the » E-Commerce Development 12 opportunity to attain a high professional » Fashion and Textiles Arts and Culture 12 level of excellence. » Fashion and Textiles Merchandising The program provides a stimulating and Management 12 supportive environment for rigorous » Major Project 24 postgraduate study. The program is pluralist » Master Pattern Engineering 12 in outlook, balancing the conceptual with the » Marketing Management and practical. Many students work in a cross- Graduate profile Implementation 12 disciplinary context. These approaches are Ginny Grayson » Production Management for Fashion encouraged and exist along side art practices and Textiles 12 that are discipline specific. Master of Fine Art » Product Development Strategies 12 RMIT University lecturer and graduate » Trend Forecasting Fashion and Textiles 12 Ginny Grayson has won the 2008 Dobell » Retail Management Strategies 12 Prize for Drawing, one of Australia’s Elective choice is subject to availability. most prestigious art awards. Ginny’s winning entry was described as thoughtful and challenging. Ginny completed a Master of Fine Art at RMIT in 2005 and is now a sessional lecturer in drawing.

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Academic entrance requirements Graphic design Teaching methods

A Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art, or equivalent GD071 Graduate Diploma in Teaching methods using a variety of tools degree from an approved college or school Graphic Design consist of evening lectures and tutorials on of art, with a distinction in the major discipline CRICOS code: 012371G the City campus. (or recognised equivalent); or a tertiary Duration: 1 year Academic entrance requirements qualification together with considerable studio www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd071 A bachelor degree or equivalent; or practice in an appropriate discipline which City campus demonstrates an ability to undertake the evidence of successful completion of a program. All candidates will be expected to The Graduate Diploma in Graphic Design is post-matriculation diploma program of at attend an interview and portfolio review. the only postgraduate program of its type in least three-years duration; or an equivalent Victoria. It has been developed to provide a An applicant must demonstrate not only the combination of employment experience pathway through education into the graphic technical skills of a competent artist, but also and academic qualifications. design industry from related fields as well as the intellectual ability characteristic of the other areas of experience. Some people take Portfolio requirement dedicated artist. on the Graduate Diploma in Graphic Design You are required to submit a portfolio of your Portfolio requirement to change careers but many use it to art, design or media work on a CD-ROM (at enhance or formalise skills they already have. You are required to submit a short description least 15 pieces). It should demonstrate your of your proposed work (250 words), and The program comprises 11 courses from creative, conceptual and technical abilities. portfolio of your art, design or media work which you are required to complete eight Pieces can include drawings, paintings, on a CD-ROM (at least 15 pieces). It should to gain your graduate diploma. There are graphic designs, sculpture, video, scripting, demonstrate your creative, conceptual classes in software training for print and web short story and 2D and 3D Flash animation. and technical abilities. Pieces can include design, typography and identity development, The images on the CD-ROM must be in drawings, paintings, graphic designs, information design, professional practice, PDF, JPEG, SWF, DCR or Quick Time format sculpture, video, scripting, short story and 2D design context, and design process. suitable to be read on Macintosh-based and 3D Flash animation. The images on the There is also a design contract course computers. Your CD must be attached in a CD-ROM must be in PDF, JPEG, SWF, DCR where you can write your own brief and separate folder and clearly labelled with your or Quick Time format suitable to be read on work under supervision. All courses have name and contact details. Macintosh-based computers. Your CD must practical outcomes that will contribute Note: Portfolios will not be returned. be attached in a separate folder and clearly to your portfolio. The program structure Maximum size 10MB. allows you to undertake a program of study labelled with your name and contact details. Careers targeted towards advanced conceptual and Note: Portfolios will not be returned. File size production skills without duplicating your The program is intended to prepare should not exceed 10MB. prior experience. An extension of study in graduates for mature and professional the Graduate Diploma in Graphic Design is participation in a variety of activities in the the Master of Design. Students who have graphic design industry. completed eight courses in the graduate diploma can take four courses in MC128 Master of Design to gain a master degree and take their skills and knowledge to a higher, business-oriented professional level. Program structure

Graduate diploma Credit points » Contextual Studies 12 » Information and Interface 12 » Type and Identity 12 » Professional Practice 12 » Promotional Design 12 » Publication Design 12 Select two courses » Graphic Design Contract 12 » Graphic Design Process/Bookmaking 12 » Graphic Design Process/Illustration 12 » New Media Technology and Process 12 » Web Software and Design 12

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Graphic design Entrance requirements and application Careers procedures MC128 Master of Design (Graphic Undertaking the Master of Design will Communication) Professional experience of at least three improve your knowledge of professional CRICOS code: 059222K years is expected, with some form of higher practice, give you insight into design theory Duration: 1 year education qualification. and understanding of a range of associated www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc128 Students successfully completing the communication issues. City campus GD071 Graduate Diploma of Graphic Design The acquiring of the qualification alone may will gain credit for eight (8) courses and help in opening new employment doors, The Master of Design (Graphic need to complete four (4) courses in the and the knowledge gained will make you a Communication) teaches designers Specialisation (Graphic Design). better designer, design manager, teacher or to be successful, global business facilitator of the design process. operators, empowering graduates with Applicants who have successfully completed the design know-how and management an appropriate Graduate Diploma of skills to be adaptable to the rapidly Graphic Design at other institutions will be Landscape architecture considered on application for entry into developing global economy. MC172 Master of Landscape Architecture the program into the final four courses in The program is interdisciplinary and CRICOS code: 064392E the Specialisation (Graphic Design). See focuses on design application, theory, Duration: 2 years Program Structure to complete the Master new technologies and global business www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc172 of Design (Graphic Communication). practice as they relate to the graphic City campus design industry. The design aspect of Levels of education and types of professional The two year, Master of Landscape the program focuses on critical, strategic experience can vary from country to country. Architecture (by coursework) is designed to and innovative problem solving, while Teachers of design are welcome applicants, provide a range of opportunities for students providing students with the knowledge to and those in fields that work with designers to experience the process of design research. become leaders in their industry. The and have a full understanding of the design As a result it is hoped that students will business area looks at strategic planning, process will be considered on application. become leaders and innovators in design knowledge management, global Some applicants may have extensive practice. communication and culture. professional experience, and in some cases As a Master of Landscape Architecture (by Program structure this can make up for less than the required academic level qualification. coursework) graduate, you will be prepared You must complete 144 credit points – and accredited for the professional practice Applicants are considered on an individual 12 courses in total. Not all courses are of landscape architecture. basis. An interview and portfolio may be offered every semester. requested in specific cases. Learning and teaching in this program Students need to complete the following aims to produce graduates who exit with two core courses: Pathways knowledge that is alive and functioning. » Research Methods (Fashion and Textile) Applicants who have previously undertaken There is much consideration given to » Design Contract similar studies may be granted exemptions establishing creative learning and a minimum of four courses (48 credit for single courses where the program leader environments that privilege the learner. points) from the following core courses: considers this to be appropriate. Recognition A majority of the learning occurs in design » Considering Design: Theory and Practice of current skill and professional experience studios which attempt to foster creative » Design Management and Quality Systems will be considered on a case-by-case basis, risk-taking through design research. » Identity Management and Positioning taking into account formal qualifications. To ensure graduates are prepared for » Design, Commerce and Culture This will include industry-specific training leadership within the landscape » International Communication and Culture 1 programs offered within the school where architecture profession, the program » Strategic Planning and Communication there are formal articulation agreements. develops a fine-tuned ability to assess Management 1 trends and to direct resources, skills and » Innovation and Entrepreneurship knowledge to meet emerging challenges and a maximum of six (6) courses (72 credit and expectations. points) from the following elective courses: » Professional Theory and Practice » The Language of Communication Design » Product Development Strategies » Luxury Brand Management » Major Project (Part A) (24 credit points) » Major Project (Part B) (24 credit points)

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Program structure Supplementary material requirements Careers Year one Credit points Applicants to the Master of Landscape Working independently or as part of a large » Landscape Architecture Architecture (by coursework) must submit the multidisciplinary team, landscape architects Design Research Studio 7 24 following with their applications. find career opportunities in the public and » Landscape Architecture » Portfolio—a package which could include: private sectors; in government organisations Design Research Seminar 1 12 design research; previous projects; at federal, state and municipal level; and » Landscape Architecture practice projects; or relevant landscape in the offices of landscape architects, Design Research Seminar 2 12 architecture or architecture design work. architects, planners, urban designers and » Landscape Architecture Portfolios on CD or DVD are permitted. engineers throughout Australia. From urban Design Research Studio 8 24 Hardcopy printed portfolios are preferred. design projects (plazas and pedestrian » Landscape Architecture Maximum size 10MB precincts) to working with large open spaces Design Research Seminar 3 12 (parks and nature reserves), the parameters » » One A4 size letter outlining your reasons Postgraduate Student Elective 12 of projects are broad. Graduates may also for applying Year two become involved in smaller projects such » Curriculum vitae—personal details, » as private gardens, historic estates and Landscape Architecture Design academic achievements and professional Research Seminar 4 12 productive landscapes. experience (any work experience you are » Landscape Architecture Master currently undertaking) Design Research Project A 36 » Landscape Architecture Master » Applicants Declaration Form Design Research Project B 48 www.rmit.edu.au/landscape/ Total credit points 192 programs/postgraduate Academic entrance requirements and Mid year entry application procedures RMIT University has places available » As a Bachelor of Design (RMIT Program commencing mid year in the Master of Code: BP256) graduate, you can exit after Landscape Architecture (by coursework) for successful completion of three years or Advanced Level applicants only. you can apply for entry into the Master of Note: Applicants must confirm availability of Landscape Architecture (by coursework). program offered at mid year prior to applying. If you have a grade point average of 2.5 or Please see www.international.rmit.edu.au/ above in the Bachelor of Design you will info/programfees mid year for further details. have guaranteed entry into the Master of All applicants must comply with any extra Landscape Architecture (by coursework) requirements indicated. » If you graduate from the Bachelor of Note: Applicants must clearly label all Design (RMIT Program code: BP256) supplementary material with their name and with a grade point average less than contact details. 2.5 you may apply for entry into the Professional recognition Master of Landscape Architecture (by coursework) and undertake additional Graduates of the Master of Landscape selection requirements (such as a portfolio Architecture (by coursework) will be prepared or interview). Selection via this route is and accredited for the professional practice competitive and not guaranteed of landscape architecture. The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) is » If you have completed at least three years the profession’s accrediting body. in an accredited landscape architecture program at another institution or completed a degree in a related Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) recognised discipline or architecture, you are eligible to apply for the Master of Landscape Architecture (by coursework)

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Architecture In addition to the RMIT staff attached to the Portfolio requirement program, leading national and international If you intend developing your research MR048 Master of Architecture architects are invited as guest professors CRICOS code: 001533G through project work you should provide a each semester, and professionals from a hard copy portfolio or you may supply an Duration: 2 years range of disciplines that have particular www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr048 electronic/digital copy of your portfolio. expertise around the issues being If you are applying for UAL you must City campus researched contribute to the program. supply a hard copy portfolio. Master of Architecture candidates engage Expanded Field The portfolio should be: with specialised areas of design research » A4 size, bound through project mode or undertake historical Postgraduate candidates in the Expanded and theoretical architectural research Field group undertake architectural design » show a minimum of four recent projects, investigations in thesis mode. Project mode is research exploring the transfer of practices including your undergraduate thesis across adjacent disciplines that include undertaken within the structured framework » include a descriptive range of 2D and 3D landscape architecture, public art, fine art of individual supervision in a choice of drawings, images, etc. and installation practice. Candidates engage streams such as the Urban Architecture » with diverse modes of cultural production include a short text explanation for Laboratory (UAL), Spatial Information each project Architecture Laboratory (SIAL), Invitational and innovative forms of social participation » Stream or individual practice-based including community oriented design and relevant research/study material can be research. Applicants for individual research other collaborative practices. included to support design projects should discuss their architectural research Program structure » file size for electronic submission should proposal with the research coordinator in not exceed 10MB. The curriculum is based on three simultaneous the relevant discipline area. Thesis mode and interrelated streams: intensive design www.rmit.edu.au/architecturedesign/ offers the framework, focus and discipline studios, focussed research seminars and the researchapplication necessary to conduct speculative inquiry. ongoing development of an individual design Areas of research investigation include design thesis which is the penultimate outcome of Architecture and design theory, historical and theoretical studies, each candidate’s degree. contemporary and Australian architecture, DR067 Doctor of Philosophy design and landscape. Academic entrance requirements (Architecture and Design) CRICOS code: 065749F Research clusters include: A first degree in architecture from RMIT or Duration: 4 years equivalent; or evidence of experience which Spatial Information Architecture Laboratory www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr067 satisfies RMIT that you has developed Spatial Information Architecture Laboratory knowledge of the field of study sufficient City campus (SIAL) encourages master research that to undertake the program. Postgraduate degrees by research offer investigates the culture and practice of the framework, the focus and the discipline contemporary creative production, with a All applicants need to find a supervisor necessary to conduct speculative inquiry. particular focus on the role of emerging digital with similar research interests as themselves The province of the PhD is the exploration design and communication technologies. and discuss a research project proposal of new territories of inquiry, contributions to The master program may be undertaken with them. The research proposal must be the knowledge-base of the discipline, and in a project or thesis mode. Research included in the application. Applicants should steps toward the redefinition of aspects of investigations may focus on experimental refer to this web site to find a supervisor: that discipline. Current individually supervised project-based pursuits within the laboratory www.rmit.edu.au/graduateresearch/ research programs are focused on the or take the form of an historical, theoretical supervisors/dsc. The research proposal, nexus of design and theoretical positions investigation. SIAL offers a master program normally between one to five pages, should drawn from related disciplines, and from where one third involves research-based address the following points: critical, historical, technological and practical coursework. The collaborative research is » Proposed title of study knowledge in architecture, industrial design, workshopped on a regular basis. Indicate the central theme you are exploring in one succinct phase. interior design and landscape architecture. Urban Architecture Laboratory The Doctor of Philosophy may be undertaken » What is it that you want to research and in a project or thesis mode. The Urban Architecture Laboratory is devoted with what end in mind? to a direct engagement with contemporary What are the research questions you are Academic entrance requirements urbanism. Research is an ongoing inquiry asking? What is the material and area you A first degree in architecture from RMIT or into the diversity of forces that shape the want to study? equivalent; or evidence of experience which contemporary metropolis with a particular » Outline how you will conduct your satisfies RMIT that you have developed emphasis on Melbourne as a case study. research? knowledge of the field of study sufficient The program works through a testing of What research approach/method/ to undertake the program. architectural responses to these issues structure will you use? through large scale, speculative design » projects that aim to confront difficult urban Attach a preliminary list of readings, problems to which there are currently no references and precedents. Is there an obvious answers. Research is conducted in existing body of work, which is relevant to an intensive studio environment with yearly your research? themes that are proposed as a framework for » Attach a list of research supervisors. the development of each candidate’s thesis question which will develop over the duration of their candidature.

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RMIT’s School of Architecture and Design in the first semester where you clarify your Academic entrance requirements requires applicants to provide a research terms of reference and methodology. You Applicants with a degree of distinction or proposal with their application. The research work towards your first review of candidature higher in an appropriate discipline and/or proposal, normally between one to five where you outline your topic and how you extensive experience in the relevant industry pages, should address the following points: might go about your research program. may be considered for Master of Design » Proposed title of study Following approval of you candidature, candidature, depending on the quality and Indicate the central theme you are you work independently on your defined scope of the proposed research. exploring in one succinct phase. individual, studio project. Careers » What is it that you want to research and The following provide some examples of with what end in mind? recent research topics: Postgraduate programs in RMIT’s School of What are the research questions you are » designing for people: applying a social Media and Communication aim to produce asking? What is the material and area you practice in communication design graduates who will be able to perform at the highest professional levels. Many graduates want to study? » appropriation as a generative catalyst for have become successful leaders in their field. » Outline how you will conduct your graphic design research? » aligning socio-cultural commentary with Fashion What research approach/method/ graphic narratives structure will you use? » the contribution of graphic wit in MR067 Master of Arts – Fashion » CRICOS code: 007461C Attach a preliminary list of readings, communication design references and precedents. Duration: 2 years » Is there an existing body of work, which is possible roles of communication design www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr067 within public space relevant to your research? City campus » creative image-making processes in The Master of Arts offers candidates the Portfolio requirement graphic design. opportunity to undertake research relevant If you intend developing your research Supervision of the project is delivered to the theory and/or practice of design for through project work you should provide a through scheduled, individual meetings and apparel, or related areas including future hard copy portfolio or you may supply an weekly research seminars. The candidates directions for the fashion industry. electronic/digital copy of your portfolio. If you share and present their work in progress are applying for UAL you must supply a hard for critique every semester at the Graduate Academic entrance requirements copy portfolio. Design Research Conference, alongside A recognised undergraduate degree with The portfolio should be: their peers in architecture, landscape honours and/or relevant work experience. » A4 size, bound architecture, fashion, industrial and interior Applicants are normally required to attend an design. The research conference provides » show a minimum of four recent projects, interview, submit evidence of their ability and a rich environment for sharing ideas across including your undergraduate thesis experience, and demonstrate that they are disciplines and access to visiting lecturers able to pursue an independent investigation » include a descriptive range of 2D and 3D and local industry critics. in their chosen area. drawings, images, etc. There is a team of acclaimed designers and Applicants must also include a CV and » include a short text explanation for educators from the United States and Europe two (2) reference letters with their application. each project who regularly visit RMIT, delivering lectures RMIT’s School of Architecture and Design » relevant research/study material can be and meeting one-on-one with students. This requires applicants to provide a research included to support design projects team of visiting critics supports the diversity proposal with their application. The research » file size for electronic submission should of topics and broadens the debate, while proposal, normally between one to five not exceed 10MB. the face-to-face supervision focuses on pages, should address the following points: the more detailed process issues related www.rmit.edu.au/architecturedesign/ » Proposed title of study to independent study. The regular research researchapplication Indicate the central theme you are seminars offer the opportunity to track other exploring in one succinct phase. candidate’s projects and learn within a peer Communication design supported environment. » What is it that you want to research and with what end in mind? MR059 Master of Design – Applicants are expected to have a capacity What are the research questions you are Communication Design for independent, intellectual research in their asking? What is the material and area you CRICOS code: 061183E proposed field of study. Research implies a Duration: 2 years formal academic process that investigates, want to study? www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr059 analyses and contributes original knowledge » Outline how you will conduct your research? What research approach/ City campus to that field of study. method/structure will you use? This Master of Design (by research) usually Examination of project-based research is » Attach a preliminary list of readings, centres around the investigation of a student- usually by publication, exhibition, installation or references and precedents. selected research topic. The basis of this other appropriate forms of public presentation. Is there an existing body of work which is program is toward studio projects with an relevant to your research? emphasis on relating the communication design research back to contemporary professional practice and the creative process. Delivery for the studio program is by supervision, supported by research methods

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Portfolio requirement Portfolio requirements Academic entrance requirements If you intend developing your research A portfolio which should comprise between An appropriate Master of Fine Art (by through project work you should provide a 10 and 20 pieces of work is required. The coursework) or honours degree in a fine art hard copy portfolio or you may supply an portfolio should be in the form of a CD- studio; or completion of an appropriate award electronic/digital copy of your portfolio. If you ROM, preferably in PDF, JPEG, SWF, DCR or deemed to be equivalent in standard to the are applying for UAL you must supply a hard QuickTime format. The overall file size should RMIT Master of Fine Art (by coursework), or copy portfolio. not exceed 10MB. RMIT Bachelor of Arts Honours, in a fine art studio; or at least five years’ of advanced The portfolio should be: professional experience relevant to the field » Fine art A4 size, bound of the proposed program. » show a minimum of four recent projects, DR057 Doctor of Fine Art – Professional Portfolio requirements including your undergraduate thesis Doctorate » include a descriptive range of 2D and CRICOS code: 023211K A portfolio which should comprise between 3D drawings, images, etc. Duration: 3 years 10 and 20 pieces of work is required. The www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr057 portfolio should be in the form of a CD- » include a short text explanation for ROM, preferably in PDF, JPEG, SWF, DCR or each project City campus QuickTime format. The overall file size should The program is designed for visual artists » relevant research/study material can not exceed 10MB. be included to support design projects with advanced professional experience and appropriate academic qualifications » file size for electronic submission who want to extend their capacity and Fine art should not exceed 10MB. performance in a chosen fine art studio. DR068 Doctor of Philosophy (Fine Art) www.rmit.edu.au/architecturedesign/ Demand for this type of program comes CRICOS code: 065813C researchapplication from practitioners who have a significant Duration: 4 years exhibition and research record and who have www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr068 previously completed an appropriate Master Fine art City campus of Fine Art (by coursework) or honours MR058 Master of Arts – Fine Art degree (or equivalent). Fine Art candidates are able to pursue CRICOS code: 007463A research in a chosen field through a project The mode of study will include workshops; Duration: 2 years and an exegesis of 20000 to 40000 words. lectures, presentations and seminars; www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr058 required general reading and research of The research program culminates in an City campus relevant literature in the field; and supervised assessment by external examiners, usually Candidates may pursue research by project professional practice. The program is in the context of a formal one person or thesis in any of the fine art studios of designed to: exhibition, installation or other appropriate public presentation. painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, » provide opportunity for investigation and gold and silversmithing, drawing, fine art analytical research in creative practice Academic entrance requirements photography, sound, and media arts. In » promote understanding of advanced addition, research candidates are required A degree of Master of Arts (by research) research methodologies appropriate to to undertake Art Research Methods. or a Bachelor of Arts degree with not less creative practice and to develop the ability The research program culminates in an than upper second class honours from to work independently assessment by external examiners, usually in RMIT; or be a graduate of another university » the context of a formal one person exhibition. enhance professional competence or institution recognised by RMIT; or have through exhibitions of research findings such other qualifications or experience as Academic entrance requirements RMIT may consider appropriate. Applicants » assist in the development of an A first degree from RMIT with at least a credit informed approach to critical normally have established a particular area average in the final undergraduate year; or a appraisal of creative practice within of investigation in their work and must qualification deemed equivalent by RMIT to a contemporary cultural context demonstrate that they are able to pursue a first degree at RMIT with at least a credit independent research in their chosen area. » develop a high level of competency for average in the final undergraduate year; or independent and critical thought that Portfolio requirements evidence of experience which satisfies RMIT can be implemented in a visual and that the applicant has developed knowledge A portfolio of 10 to 20 pieces of work is written context of the field of study sufficient to undertake required. The portfolio should be in the form » the proposed program. assist in the presentation of a project at of a CD-ROM preferably in PDF, JPEG, SWF, a level that demonstrates a substantial DCR or QuickTime format. The overall file Pathways practical and/or theoretical development. size should not exceed 10MB. Candidates who are enrolled in an RMIT The program will extend the aesthetic, Master of Arts (by research) program, and critical and professional knowledge have demonstrated exceptional ability in the of candidates. It will provide a sound conduct of the first stage of a program, which understanding of pure and applied research has the potential to be extended to doctoral methodologies which underpin professional level, may transfer to PhD. studio practice. The program will provide an opportunity to use experience and knowledge to improve the performance of visual artists and of the organisations and institutions in which they work.

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Industrial design The transdisciplinary approach embraces the forums, public lectures and exhibitions which cultural, ethical, political, social, historical, involve the furniture and design industries MR056 Master of Design – and technological. Formal dimensions and the public at large. Students within the Industrial Design of design also inform the program. This program are expected to actively engage in CRICOS code: 036852C produces a dynamic environment for not the discourse generated by the gathering of Duration: 2 years only the development of individual projects professionals and academics and are given www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr056 but also for exchange and dialogue through the opportunity to develop design research City campus which the discipline and practice is critically projects that are inspired by this environment Streams available in industrial design, spatial challenged with the view to inventing new of enquiry. For further information, please visit information architecture laboratory and ways of working and thinking. http://furniturelab.tce.rmit.edu.au. furniture design. You are required to meet regularly with Teaching methods Industrial design your supervisors as well as participate in fortnightly seminars, exhibitions and You undertake the approved research The Master of Design program offers presentations at the Graduate Research program under the supervision of an a framework through which to develop Conference (which occur twice a year) appointed research supervisor. knowledge of the contemporary development, where candidates present their work to Assessment practice, history and theory of design. The invited national and international critics. program encourages a broad view of design Completion of the degree involves submitting as relevant to (post) industrial culture through Spatial Information Architecture Laboratory a thesis or project for critical review by relationships between technology, culture, Spatial Information Architecture Laboratory a panel of experts in the field of study. society and ecology. (SIAL) encourages master research that You must complete a minimum period of independent graduate research in which The program fosters design activity as a investigates the culture and practice of relevant original contributions are made. creative, critical and integrative resource. contemporary creative production. The Areas of current investigation include master program may be undertaken in a Academic entrance requirements strategic sustainable design; product-service project or thesis mode. As such, modes An appropriate first degree (e.g., design systems design; design and environment of investigation may focus on experimental or fine arts) from RMIT; or equivalent; or (ecodesign); furniture design; limited pursuits within the laboratory or take the form applicants who have evidence of experience production object design and craft; design of an historical, theoretical investigation. SIAL which satisfies RMIT that they have and digital technologies; design and cross- offers a master program where one third developed knowledge of the field of study cultural contexts; medical product design; involves research-based coursework. The sufficient to undertake the program. and high performance niche product design. collaborative research is workshopped on a A candidate will be accepted when the The Master of Design may be undertaken regular basis. proposed research or area of inquiry can be through project-based research, culminating Centre for Design facilitated by the school. in examination by exhibition presentation, or by research thesis. Centre for Design (CfD) encourages master RMIT’s School of Architecture and Design and doctoral research that investigates the requires applicants to provide a research environmental performance of products, proposal with their application. The research services and buildings, and the pursuit of proposal, normally between one to five sustainability outcomes through enhanced pages, should address the following points: practice, policy and capacity. Research » Proposed title of study may be undertaken in a project or thesis Indicate the central theme you are mode. CfD undertakes a wide range of exploring in one succinct phase. applied research with a strong environmental » What is it that you want to research sustainability focus for government, non- and with what end in mind? government and commercial organisations. What are the research questions you are It offers collaborative research opportunities asking? What is the material and area you in a team environment which link to these want to study? research projects across four areas: sustainable built environments, sustainable » Outline how you will conduct your materials, products and packaging, and life research? What research approach/ Graduate profile cycle assessment. method/structure will you use? » Attach a preliminary list of readings, Furniture design Simone LeAmon references and precedents. Is there an Master of Design – Industrial Design Master students may explore particular existing body of work which is relevant to research interests that address furniture Simone LeAmon, lecturer and graduate your research? design in terms of the study of history and of RMIT’s industrial design program, social context, the exploration of form and has won the 2009 Cicely & Colin Rigg function, the testing of new materials and Contemporary Design Award for her processes or the assessment of markets and chair, titled Lepidoptera. The chair, industries. The furniture laboratories activities constructed with textile scraps from the are structured around a series of workshops, automotive industry, was selected for its combination of style and sustainability. Of the 14 finalists, five were alumni of RMIT’s industrial design program.

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Portfolio requirement Academic entrance requirements Landscape architecture

If you intend developing your research An appropriate first degree (e.g., design MR055 Master of Landscape Architecture through project work you should provide a or fine arts) from RMIT or equivalent; or CRICOS code: 007480M hard copy portfolio or you may supply an applicants who have evidence of experience Duration: 2 years electronic/digital copy of your portfolio. If you which satisfies RMIT that they have www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr055 are applying for UAL you must supply a hard developed a knowledge of the field of study copy portfolio. sufficient to undertake the program. City campus The portfolio should be: A candidate will be accepted when the The Master of Landscape Architecture by project is a post-professional design research » A4 size, bound proposed research or area of inquiry can be facilitated by the school. program that culminates in an examination » show a minimum of four recent projects, by exhibition. The program begins with a RMIT’s School of Architecture and Design including your undergraduate thesis research studio, a history/theory subject requires applicants to provide a research » include a descriptive range of 2D and 3D and a research methods subject to provide proposal with their application. The research drawings, images, etc. a frame of reference and departure point proposal, normally between one and five for all projects. Individual projects are then » include a short text explanation for each pages, should address the following points: developed in a studio environment, and project » Proposed title of study students are expected to present their work » relevant research/study material can be Indicate the central theme you are regularly as part of the program. Students included to support design projects exploring in one succinct phase. also present their projects as part of the » file size for electronic submission should » What is it that you want to research Graduate Research Conference held by not exceed 10MB. and with what end in mind? What are RMIT’s School of Architecture and Design. www.rmit.edu.au/architecturedesign/ the research questions you are asking? The main areas of study within the researchapplication What is the material and area you want program include: design as speculation to study? and proposition; exemplars and critical Interior design » Outline how you will conduct your tools; design methods and manners; key research? What research approach/ historical texts; theoretical re-readings and MR052 Master of Arts – Interior Design method/structure will you use? selected themes such as the picturesque, the CRICOS code: 012964D » Attach a preliminary list of readings, sublime, the beautiful, topology, aberrance, Duration: 2 years topography and the everyday; conventions www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr052 references and precedents. Is there an existing body of work, which is of landscape architectural design practice; City campus relevant to your research? the city/landscape as a design medium; The master program offers a space within contemporary design literacy; the relationship which candidates develop and contribute Portfolio requirement between urban design/planning and to the knowledge and possibilities of interior If you intend developing your research through landscape architecture; and the role of local design. The core of the program—space project work you should provide a hard copy and field research for designers. and interior design—engages with many portfolio or you may supply an electronic/ Academic entrance requirements different and diverse practices. Supervisors digital copy of your portfolio. If you are and lecturers involved with the program come applying for UAL you must supply a hard An appropriate first degree (e.g., Design from a range of practices, backgrounds and copy portfolio. or Fine Arts) from RMIT or equivalent; or applicants who have evidence of experience research interests attracting candidates from The portfolio should be: an equally eclectic mix. which satisfies RMIT that they have » A4 size, bound developed a knowledge of the field of study The program attracts local and international » show a minimum of four recent projects, sufficient to undertake the program. students to create a vibrant collegial including your undergraduate thesis atmosphere for collaboration and exchange A candidate will be accepted when the of ideas and practices across disciplines and » include a descriptive range of 2D and 3D proposed research or area of inquiry can be cultures. Previous and current candidates drawings, images, etc. facilitated by the school. have come from a range of disciplines » include a short text explanation for RMIT’s School of Architecture and Design including sculpture, film, theatre, journalism, each project requires applicants to provide a research proposal with their application. The research visual arts as well as interior design » relevant research/study material can be proposal, normally between one to five and architecture. Research to date has included to support design projectsfile pages, should address the following points: concentrated on the space of performance; size for electronic submission should not » film and video; digital technologies; sound exceed 10MB. Proposed title of study and acoustics; museum and exhibition Indicate the central theme you are www.rmit.edu.au/architecturedesign/ design; furniture design; interior design exploring in one succinct phase. researchapplication journalism; drawing practices; the city as » What is it that you want to research and an interior; visual arts and installation; and with what end in mind? the history and theory of interior design. Cultural, ethical, political, social, historical, technological and formal dimensions of practice also shape the program.

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» What are the research questions you are Textiles Textiles asking? What is the material and area you want to study? MR069 Master of Technology – Textiles DR074 Doctor of Philosophy (Textiles) CRICOS code: 026029F CRICOS code: 065722F » Outline how you will conduct your Duration: 2 years Duration: 4 years research? What research approach/ Brunswick campus www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr074 method/structure will you use? The program is designed for those » Brunswick campus Attach a preliminary list of readings, students who wish to pursue studies references and precedents. Is there an The PhD program is available to those in textile technology including digital wishing to carry out research in the existing body of work, which is relevant to printing of textiles, textile manufacturing your research? disciplines covered by RMIT’s School technology, technical textiles, CAD/CAM of Fashion and Textiles. The school has Portfolio requirement applications in textiles, fabric engineering research expertise in the following areas: and yarn development, amongst others. If you intend developing your research Textile design Research degrees in textile technology through project work you should provide a » history and philosophy of textile design provide training in research techniques hard copy portfolio or you may supply an and methodologies by means of direct » surface pattern design, constructed and electronic/digital copy of your portfolio. If you contribution to the advancement of non-woven textiles are applying for UAL you must supply a hard knowledge in a particular subject area. » textile forecast research copy portfolio. Also within textile design and technology » digital printing of textiles The portfolio should be: the areas such as nano textiles, composite Textile technology » A4 size, bound textiles and smart fibres have been » textile manufacturing technology » show a minimum of four recent projects, identified of particular interest. including your undergraduate thesis We welcome a variety of research Technical textiles » » include a descriptive range of 2D and 3D proposals. mainly its application in automotive and medical textiles drawings, images, etc. Academic entrance requirements » » include a short text explanation for each CAD/CAM applications in textiles, A recognised undergraduate degree with project » fabric engineering, and honours and/or relevant work experience. » relevant research/study material can be » yarn development, amongst others included to support design projects Academic entrance requirements » file size for electronic submission should not exceed 10MB. A degree of master by research at RMIT; or master by coursework at RMIT which www.rmit.edu.au/architecturedesign/ includes a research program with a duration researchapplication of at least one semester full-time; or bachelor degree from RMIT with first class honours, Textile design or upper second class honours; or another MR068 Master of Arts – Textile Design award deemed to be equivalent in character CRICOS code: 007464M and standard to the above degrees; or such Duration: 2 years other qualifications or experience as the www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr069 school considers appropriate. Brunswick campus The Master of Arts (by research) offers candidates the opportunity to undertake research by thesis or project in the discipline areas of surface pattern, constructed or non- woven textile design. Academic entrance requirements A recognised undergraduate degree with honours in a relevant field and/or evidence of relevant work experience in the form of a CV and two (2) reference letters. Portfolio requirements A portfolio which should comprise between 15 and 30 pieces of work is required. The portfolio should be in the form of a CD- ROM, preferably in PDF, JPEG, SWF, DCR or QuickTime format. The overall file size should not exceed 10MB.

29 Planning stream For Planning Institute of Australia Building The planning stream of the master course accreditation, you must take four designated is accredited by the Planning Institute of planning core subjects and four designated and Planning Australia, enabling students to become planning electives or other designated qualified in this area of considerable job planning core subjects. opportunities. This stream examines new Course list statutory planning techniques, planning Some courses are offered across both and environmental law, strategic planning, environment and planning streams. Courses sustainable city planning, planning history may also be negotiated from elsewhere at and theory, public policy development, rural RMIT University. and regional planning, and a range of courses Core courses stream examining current planning issues. All core environment and planning courses Environment stream are offered either online or face-to-face. This stream is recognised, at the master Planning stream Environment and planning level, as a means of entry to the Environment » City Building and Urban Design 12 GC078 Graduate Certificate in Institute of Australia and New Zealand. » Managing Contemporary Planning Environment and Planning This stream emphasises natural resource Issues 12 CRICOS code: 049468D policy and management; the concept of » Origins and Development of Urban Duration: 0.5 year sustainability, globalisation, environmental Planning 12 policy at international, national, state and » GD125 Graduate Diploma in Planning Theory and Contemporary Environment and Planning local levels; environmental management in Practice 12 » CRICOS code: 049467E industry; environmental effects statements; Statutory Planning and Environment 12 Duration: 1 year energy management; parks policy and Environment stream management; water policy; and business- MC072 Master of Social Science » Environmental Management EIA related environmental courses. (Environment and Planning) and EMS 12 CRICOS code: 029759C Program structure » Environmental Policy 12 Duration: 1.5 years » Natural Resource Management 12 The Master of Social Science (Environment www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc072 » Strategies for Sustainability 12 and Planning) consists of 144 credit points City campus and incorporates exit points at graduate Elective courses streams The Master of Social Science (Environment certificate and graduate diploma levels. All electives are offered face-to-face or online. and Planning) program brings together You can also enrol directly into these Not all courses are available each semester; contemporary planning and environmental intermediate awards. The program offers many electives are offered in alternate years issues with related theoretical frameworks. two streams, environment and planning. to provide students with greater choice. A feature of this is the integration of these You may either choose to follow a stream Planning stream theoretical concepts with their application by selecting all courses within that » Conflict Resolution and Mediation 12 to contemporary issues and professional designation or, alternatively, select from » Green Cities 12 situations. It is firmly focused on policy a combination of streams. » Minor Research Project 12 and management related to the fields of The following example structure builds upon » Minor Thesis* 24 environment and planning. You also have entry into the graduate certificate program » Planning Systems and Public Policy 12 the opportunity of selecting some electives with articulation to graduate diploma and » Research Strategies* 12 from outside the environment and planning then the master level of study. » Rural and Regional Planning 12 program. Specifically, the program is » Graduate certificate Credit points Sustainable Energy Policy and Practice 12 designed for professional development, » » Two core courses 24 Strategic Plan Preparation 12 academic interest and for entry into the » » Two electives or other core courses 24 Coastal and Catchment Management 12 rapidly expanding planning and environment » Integrated Transport Planning 12 Additional courses to be completed for the fields. The areas of planning and environment » graduate diploma Social Impact Assessment and are inherently interesting due to their Community Engagement Practice 12 » One core course 12 multi-faceted nature and multi-disciplinary » Sustainable Regional Development 12 » Three electives or other core courses 36 approach. They are concerned with solving » Water Policy and Management 12 many contemporary problems confronting Additional courses to be completed for Environment stream urban, regional and rural environments. the master » Conflict Resolution and Mediation 12 There is also high demand for graduates of » Four electives or other core courses 48 » Green Cities 12 this program, so students may be motivated or » Minor Research Project 12 by a desire to improve their environment, or Minor Thesis option » Minor Thesis* 24 move into a more exciting and challenging » One elective or other core course 12 » Ecological Economics 12 career, or a combination of both. The program » Research Strategies 12 » Sustainable Energy Policy and Practice 12 has two streams: environment and planning. » Minor Thesis 24 » Coastal and Catchment Management 12 You may choose one particular stream or a » Sustainable regional Development 12 combination of courses from both streams. » Corporate Environmental Planning and Management 12

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» Research Strategies* 12 previously described. This provides a Program structure » Rural and Regional Planning 12 great network of opportunities to develop Year one Credit points » Water Policy and Management 12 professionally through shared knowledge * Research Strategies is a prerequisite course for the and to find suitable employment upon, or Semester one Minor Thesis. even before, graduating. » Two core courses 24 Teaching methods » Two electives or other core courses 24 Teaching consists of a mix of classes International urban and Semester two and workshops on the City campus, and environmental management » One core course 12 conference-style intensive sessions. » Three electives or other core courses 36 MC074 Master of Social Science Assessment (International Urban and Year two Environmental Management) Assessment is ongoing throughout the CRICOS code: 015625K Coursework stream semester and may include essays/reports, Duration: 1.5 years » Four electives or other core courses 48 oral class presentations, group projects, www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc074 or research projects, studio/design projects and Minor Thesis option practical assignments. In your essays, you City campus » will be expected to clearly argue your case The Master of Social Science (International One elective or other core course 12 » supported by appropriate evidence. Urban and Environmental Management) Research Strategies 12 » Minor Thesis 24 For specific entry requirements, send (IUEM) provides a unique postgraduate For Planning Institute of Australia an email to [email protected] program on urban and environmental accreditation, you must take four designated and an automated reply will advise you management issues in the developing world planning core subjects and four designated of the requirements. and transitional economies. The program is designed for individuals who planning electives or other designated Academic entrance requirements want an intensive professional education planning core subjects. Eligible students must have successfully in urban and environmental management Core courses completed a bachelor degree, with a GPA that will equip them to work on sustainable Not all courses are available each semester. of 2.5 (65%) or above, in social sciences or development. It caters for those who intend All core IUEM courses are offered either face- a discipline related to environment and to work for governments in developing to-face or by distance mode/online. planning or international development. countries, non-government organisations, » Natural Resources Management 12 multilateral and bilateral international If your undergraduate studies are unrelated » Planning for Community Development 12 development agencies and consultants. to these areas, you are required to provide » Project Planning and Implementation further evidence of your capacity to This program allows students to customise for Change 12 undertake postgraduate study in this field. their degree to suit their interests and career » Urban Regions: Strategic Development 12 Include with your application evidence that aspirations. This degree focuses on the » Urbanisation Issues in the Developing demonstrates your ability to construct a problems associated with urbanisation in World 12 clear evidence-based argument in writing, developing countries, such as inadequate Elective courses by providing examples of experience you infrastructure, informal settlements and the All electives are offered either face-to-face may have had writing reports, publications ecological and economic requirements of or by distance mode/online. All courses are and full details of relevant prior study and cities. In 2005, for the first time in history, there worth 12 credit points except for the Minor work experience in the form of a CV and were more people living in urban centres than Thesis, which is worth 24. two (2) reference letters. in rural areas. This represents a significant » challenge to urban planners and development Activity Centre Planning 12 Advanced standing » workers as more and more people live in Aid Adjustment and Development 12 » Candidates with a planning or an approved mega-cities, such as Karachi, Mexico City, Assessing Progress in Developing Countries 12 environment qualification may gain credit for Lagos, Mumbai and Bangkok. » City Building and Urban Design some of the courses in the master program. Electives can be chosen from the Please see the program director for eligibility. Practice* 12 International Urban and Environmental » Conflict Resolution Mediation 12 Careers Management (IUEM), Environment » Contemporary Social and Political Theory 12 and Planning (EandP), or International Career opportunities may be found in » Environmental Management— Development (ID) programs, which offer local councils; strategic and statutory EIA and EMS 12 specialisations in project planning, housing, planning; environmental and social » Gender Issues in Development 12 water policy, disaster response, health planning; state government planning and » Global Crime 12 issues, the environment, rural and regional policy agencies; infrastructure providers; » Government and Democracy in sustainability, development planning and environmental and natural resource Developing Countries 12 practice, and more. There is also the option » agencies; Commonwealth environmental International Non-Government of completing a minor thesis or minor and infrastructure agencies; international Organisations: Civil Society and research project, allowing students to further Development 12 and local consulting firms; local develop their knowledge of a particular area. » Managing Contemporary Planning Issues 12 government; conservation; environmental » Microfinance and Development 12 and community sectors; and business » Minor Research Project 12 and industry. This is a large program, with » Minor Thesis ^ 24 many students enrolled to fulfil a desired » Nuclear Deterence 12 career change and those who already » work in the many areas of employment Peace Building and Reconciliation 12 » Planning Systems and Public Policy 12

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» Planning Theory and Contemporary Careers framework within which project managers Practice 12 The degree opens up promising career most effectively operate » Research Strategies ^ 12 avenues for students wishing to work either » a knowledge of managing teams of people » Rural and Regional Planning 12 in Australia or overseas in the areas of within established industrial relations » Statutory Planning and Environment 12 environmental and urban planning and frameworks and evolving multi-disciplinary » The Ethics of Intervention 12 management. Past students have been in team groups » Theories of Development 12 high demand by consultancy companies » ^ your knowledge of general or particular Research Strategies is a prerequisite course for the (such as Connell Wagner and Leighton Asia) Minor Thesis area of interest through studying electives and NGOs in Australia and elsewhere in the » a knowledge of planning for financial, Teaching methods Asia-Pacific region (such as Oxfam and World resources and time control, which Vision), as well as further afield. Teaching consists of a mix of master classes includes knowledge of the preparation and and workshops on the City campus, and Graduates of the program have also secured use of time, resource and cost budgets conference-style intensive sessions. employment with Australian government and the use of information management agencies and international agencies such Assessment procedures that control these budgets. as the United Nations and the Asian The graduate diploma provides an Assessment is ongoing throughout the Development Bank. Some graduates use the opportunity for increasing depth of study so semester and may include essays/reports, program to advance to PhD research. Many that you develop greater insight and project oral class presentations, group projects, students are working in the urban policy and management skills. research projects, studio/design projects and environmental management fields and wish practical assignments. In your essays, you to update their qualifications. Other students Upon completion of this program you will have will be expected to clearly argue your case have established skills in other fields (health, gained a deeper knowledge and insight in: supported by appropriate evidence. environment, governance) and use the IUEM » identification and management of risk Academic entrance requirements program to make the transition to a new » the practice of project management area of employment. Some students have » the nature of knowledge, belief and Eligible students must have successfully recently completed a bachelor degree and substantiation of propositions through completed a bachelor degree, with a GPA of are studying to gain a qualification that will the application of appropriate research 2.5 (65%) or above, in social sciences or a get them started on a career in this area. discipline related to environment and planning methods » or international development. Project management a knowledge of the design phase of If your undergraduate studies are unrelated projects from inception to operation from to these areas, you are required to provide GC042 Graduate Certificate in the view point of managing the project further evidence of your capacity to Project Management phase to ensure that both life-cycle undertake postgraduate study in this field. CRICOS code: 031176G considerations and quality management Duration: 0.5 year Include with your application evidence that requirements are achieved. demonstrates your ability to construct a GD063 Graduate Diploma in The master program brings together clear evidence-based argument in writing, by Project Management participants from a wide range of providing examples of experience you may CRICOS code: 031177G backgrounds, all of whom are interested have had writing reports, publications and Duration: 1 year in developing their knowledge and skills full details of relevant prior study and work MC065 Master of Project Management in project management. The program experience (resumé with references). CRICOS code: 013727J is delivered by academic staff, external Duration: 1.5 years consultants and practitioners specialising Advanced standing www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc065 in areas of project management, all Candidates with previous postgraduate study City campus committed to facilitating learning to and/or significant professional experience produce high-quality graduates. Project management is concerned with the may gain credit for some courses. Please The master program aims to: see the program director for eligibility. coordination and management of projects or events from inception to completion. » develop and enhance project Professional recognition Its principles apply across disciplines management capabilities, and impart The master program is accredited by the to encompass any project or event — a thorough understanding of managing Planning Institute of Australia, provided construction, entertainment, product the total project process that students complete the requirements. development, computer system development » maximise the experiential learning To achieve this accreditation, students or change management. process by sharing the experiences of must complete: The school offers a generic Master of Project fellow program participants » Four planning core courses drawn from Management as well as specialisations in » build a useful repository of knowledge the Master of Social Science (Environment engineering, facilities management and through major project investigations and Planning) program, and information technology. and from research that can be » Four planning electives drawn from the Upon completion of the graduate certificate generally disseminated. Master of Social Science (Environment program you will have gained: and Planning) elective courses. » a knowledge of what project management is, the legal framework in which project managers operate, the kinds of organisational structures that evolve to meet the needs of a wide range of project stakeholders, and the communications

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Specialisations Careers Semester two » Specialisations are available in: Past participants have come from Industry Studies 12 » engineering, facilities management and various disciplines including architecture, Real Estate Law 12 information technology. construction management, engineering, IT, » Research Methods and Philosophy 12 » One elective course 12 The program allows students who are working government, finance, defence and event as project managers in a particular discipline management. This multidisciplinary aspect Semester three to specialise in engineering, information broadens participants’ knowledge and » Property Feasibility 12 technology or facilities management. understanding and further develops their » Three elective courses 36 ability to work in collaborative project teams. or Program structure » Major Research Project 24 Graduate certificate Credit points Property » One elective course 12 » Introduction to Project Management 12 MC104 Master of Business (Property) Elective courses » Managing Project Teams 12 CRICOS code: 020938F » Facilities Management 1 12 » Project Management Techniques 12 Duration: 1.5 years » Introduction to Project Management 12 Complete 12 credit points from www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc104 » Managing Project Teams 12 » Evaluating and Managing Project Risk 12 » City campus Minor Research Project 12 » Research Methods and Philosophy 12 » Major Research Project 24 This program aims to provide academic and » Any postgraduate elective course 12 » Property Management 12 practical training for decision makers and Additional courses to be completed for the » Real Estate Economics Studies 12 graduate diploma managers in the diverse property industry. Valuation sequence Complete 48 credit points from The increasingly complex nature of the » Evaluating and Managing Project Risk 12 property industry has required practitioners Students may choose to undertake this to specialise. To meet this need for » Project Design for Quality 12 elective sequence in valuation in order to increasing specialisation the program » Project Management Practice 12 meet postgraduate qualification requirements provides opportunities to broaden or develop » Research Methods and Philosophy 12 for membership of the Australian Property knowledge and skills in the property area. » Any postgraduate elective course 12 Institute with Certified Practising Valuer status: » Additional courses to be completed The property industry is becoming more Valuation for Statutory Purposes 12 » for the master sophisticated in its approach to investment Valuation of Rural Property 12 decision making and needs staff with » Valuation of Specialist Property 12 Select one option appropriate skills. The content and direction » Valuation Practice 12 Option one of this program makes it unique in Australia. Other postgraduate courses may be approved as Complete 48 credit points from The aim is to provide advanced theoretical electives by the program director. » Individual Project Part 1 12 and professional training in real estate Academic entrance requirements » Individual Project Part 2 24 investment decision-making through the At base level, relevant industry experience, » Knowledge Management 12 presentation of: specialist technical skills the support from an employer and one of » Project Management Leadership 12 for the real estate development and the following: a degree in a relevant field, or » Project Procurement and Ethics 12 investment industries; the provision of a membership of a recognised professional » Any postgraduate elective course 12 facility for interaction between students real estate body, or significant industry from diverse property backgrounds who Option two experience; and the ability to satisfy an are employed in real estate development » Project Individual Investigation 36 interview panel that you will benefit from the and investment in the public or private » Any postgraduate elective course 12 program. Applicants are expected to have sector; and a flexible learning format which some years of related work experience. Academic entrance requirements allows the program to evolve in response to Applicants must have: changing industry requirements. Professional recognition » an advanced diploma in any discipline Program structure Candidates for the master program who plus a minimum of 10 years’ relevant work have completed either the Graduate experience at senior level employment; or Master Diploma in Property, Graduate Diploma in a bachelor degree in any discipline plus Semester one Credit points Property Management or Graduate Diploma three years’ relevant work experience. » Development Decisions 12 in Valuations articulate directly into the Under this entry scheme, a minimum of a » Investment Evaluation Techniques master program. credit average is required for each course for Real Estate 12 Careers of the graduate certificate to progress to » Valuation Techniques and Property the graduate diploma stage; or Analysis 12 Graduates from the property postgraduate » a bachelor degree plus five years’ relevant » Building Systems 12 programs are employed in a wide range of work experience. Compulsory for students without a building/ activities relating to property investment and construction background property development. Advanced standing or » The school will review any prior qualifications. One elective course 12 Only available to students who have a However, exemptions must be negotiated building/construction background with the program director, and only if courses are equivalent to a master level.

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Property, construction and project management

MR050 Master of Applied Science – Property, Construction and Project Management CRICOS code: 022559A Duration: 2 years www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr050 DR072 Doctor of Philosophy (Property, Construction and Project Management) CRICOS code: 065751A Duration: 4 years Student profile www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr072 Tanushree Mathur, India City campus Master of Business (Property) RMIT’s School of Property Construction ‘The program is very well designed. and Project Management engages in The property scene is very different here stimulating, real-world, applicable research to what it is in India, and I think it could that seeks to impact on the property, benefit from some of the systems and construction and project management practices I have learned at RMIT. The industries and professions. The school has teachers are also very friendly. When an extensive base of research expertise I first arrived, because everything was and welcomes applications from motivated so new I had many questions, in and graduates to join the research activities out of class. The teachers were very of the school. Applications are welcome understanding and more than happy from graduates, preferably with a master to answer my emails. degree, with research interests in the broad areas of property, construction or project ‘I’m a qualified architect, having worked management that align with the expertise in Delhi for various small architectural of the school’s academic staff. The school offices over the past three years. To would be pleased to informally discuss ideas progress my career in India, I need to and options with prospective applicants. work for one of the real estate firms, that’s where the money is. Completing Academic entrance requirements this program will help me get there.’ A relevant first degree or equivalent experience. Applicants to the PhD program will normally be required to undertake some prescribed courses unless they hold a master degree in a related field. Informal enquiries can be made to the postgraduate research coordinator.

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Graduate certificate Credit points Criminal justice administration » Three core courses 36 GD137 Graduate Diploma in Education, » One elective course 12 Criminal Justice Administration Community Additional courses to be completed for the CRICOS code : 068688A graduate diploma Duration: 1 year » Three core courses 36 Services and MC137 Master of Social Science » One elective course 12 (Criminal Justice Administration) Social Sciences Core courses CRICOS code: 068689M » Advocacy and Action: The Victorian Charter of Duration: 1.5 years Human Rights 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc137 » Education for Human Rights 12 City campus » Ethics, Practice and Applied Human Rights 12 This program has a strong vocational » Human Rights as Applied focus and provides you with an opportunity to develop your professional knowledge, Applied human rights Communication 12 » Introduction to Applied Human Rights 12 skills and values and extend your career GC139 Graduate Certificate in » Transforming Organisations and opportunities in the criminal justice sector Applied Human Rights Applied Human Rights I 12 as well as a variety of other fields such as CRICOS code: 063579B Elective courses governance and human security. The program will benefit students who are Duration: 0.5 year » Applied Human Rights and already working in the criminal justice GD170 Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Peoples 12 industry and wish to extend their knowledge Applied Human Rights » Applied Human Rights and CRICOS code: 063578C Young People 12 and understanding of the field in which they Duration: 1 year » Architecture, Design and Applied are currently employed. The program is also www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd170 Human Rights 12 designed to accommodate students who » Human Rights Campaign Studio 12 desire entry into a career in the criminal City campus » Sex, Gender and Human Rights justice sector and wider industry. The graduate diploma and graduate Practice 12 You will develop and strengthen skills certificate explores what it means to build a » Transforming Organisations and in research, leadership, management, culture and practice of human rights, and Applied Human Rights II 12 organisational change, and policy how to apply a human rights framework in Not all courses are available each semester, development, and engage in critical analysis professional life. The program will assist you many electives are offered in alternate years of contemporary issues in criminal justice. to develop and test tools and approaches, to provide students with greater choice. The program includes a range of electives and to understand the steps necessary to that will allow you to develop an area of bring about changes in practice, behaviour Academic entrance requirements specialisation such as Customs and Border and structures. You will integrate learning A recognised university qualification Security, Security and Criminal Intelligence, directly into the work you are doing. and/or appropriate experience and Crime Prevention, Youth Justice Systems, The development of these postgraduate demonstrable capacity to pursue study Criminal Law, Terrorism and Society, and programs has been informed by the strong at a postgraduate level. Forensic Studies. partnerships the Australian Centre for Human You will have opportunities to experience Rights Education has developed with key Careers learning in the workplace at all levels of the government and non-government agencies. Career opportunities may be found in local program. The program has strong, ongoing The programs are designed for professional councils, social planning, Commonwealth links with the Justice sectors at the Federal development, academic interest and for and state government departments, and Victorian State level, as well as in other entry into the rapidly expanding human rights policy agencies, advocacy organisations, states and territories. In particular, it has been field. The area of human rights is inherently international and local consulting firms, the characterised by its very close associations interesting due to its multi-faceted nature and community, education or health sectors, with policing, corrections, courts multi-disciplinary approach to solving many business and industry. As many of our administration, customs, legal administration, contemporary problems. It is anticipated that students already work in these fields, investigations, juvenile justice, Human there will be high demand for graduates of the course provides a great network of Services, and the Department of Justice. this program, so students may be motivated opportunities to develop professionally This program will provide managers or by a desire to improve human rights in their through shared knowledge and to find entry level employees in the fields of justice, existing professional environments, or to suitable employment upon, or even policing, customs, corrections and the courts move into a more exciting and challenging before, graduating. Whether you work in with the opportunity to enhance their careers career, or a combination of both. government, advocacy, the not-for-profit through a mix of criminology, law and Program structure or business sector, these flexibly delivered management and will also benefit students and practically grounded programs will The Graduate Diploma in Applied Human who have backgrounds in diverse areas who equip you to effectively apply a human Rights consists of 96 credit points, which wish to work at senior levels in the field of rights framework in professional life. comprises six core courses and a choice of criminal justice administration. two elective courses. It incorporates an exit point at the graduate certificate level. The Graduate Certificate in Applied Human Rights consists of three core courses and one elective course.

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Program structure Careers Entrance requirements

The Master of Social Science (Criminal This program prepares students for careers English language Justice Administration) can be completed that include the following fields: One of the following: by coursework and/or minor thesis totalling » child protection 144 credit points. Students can exit at the » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less » corrections counselling graduate diploma level. than 6.5) » courts management » Graduate diploma Credit points TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) » customs and border security » Policy Making Process 12 » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall » Comparative Criminal Justice Systems 12 » forensics score 100, writing minimum 24, all other » Contemporary Management Program » youth justice sections minimum 22 Coordinator Issues 12 » law enforcement and policing Academic entrance requirements » Transforming Organisations 12 » » Leadership and Social Change 12 mediation A minimum of a three-year degree in » Advanced Criminal Justice Theory 12 » office of the Director of Public Prosecution any discipline. » Two elective courses 24 » prisons administration Professional recognition » Master by coursework private security firms Upon completion of the program you will be » Administration Study 12 » security management the recipient of the Graduate Diploma in Early » Law and Criminal Justice Policy 12 » social research. Childhood Teaching and will be recognised » Two elective courses 24 as a four-year trained teacher by Early Master by minor thesis Early childhood teaching Childhood Australia Inc. » Masters Thesis A 12 GD034 Graduate Diploma in » Education Masters Thesis B 12 Early Childhood Teaching » Masters Thesis C 12 CRICOS code: 066337G MC039 Master of Education » One elective course 12 Duration: 1 year CRICOS code: 060831G Duration: 1.5 years Students who intend to complete the www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd034 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc039 master by minor thesis must select Bundoora campus City campus Research Strategies from the elective This program provides a combination pool at graduate certificate entry. of study areas addressing the specifics Be a leader in education. The Master of Elective courses of knowledge acquisition, skills and Education program provides you with an attitudes necessary for success as an early opportunity to develop and extend your Some elective courses are offered in online childhood teacher. The program provides professional knowledge, skills, attitudes mode or dual mode delivery–face-to-face primary teachers with the skills to develop and values in a variety of educational, and online. innovative learning environments for young training and community contexts and » Case Management Practice children. Students will undertake 45 days within a flexible framework. You can further » Contemporary Sentencing of supervised teaching practice in a range develop your knowledge and understanding » Contemporary Social and Political Theory of early childhood settings, managed in two of learning and teaching and apply this » Crime Prevention placements of 20 and 25 days. through a range of educational and » Criminal Law and Procedure A workplace settings using coursework and » Criminal Law and Procedure B Program structure research methodologies. » Customs and Border Security Year one Credit points The program allows you to engage in local » Forensic Studies » Studying and Providing for Children and global issues and to work across sectors » Interviewing and Reporting Methods Birth to Two 12 in education, government, business and the » Loss Trauma and Grief » Linking Theory to Practice: Two to community. You can strengthen your skills in » Professional Internship Eight Years 12 areas of research, learning and development, » Research Strategies » Children, Education Settings and careers, leadership and management. » Security and Criminal Intelligence Society 12 There are two options in the Master of » Terrorism and Society » Inclusive Education 12 Education: » Victimology » Issues and Contexts in Education 12 » Option 1: Coursework » Women and International Justice » Applied Education Project 12 » » Working with Violence and Abuse » Investigating Science, Mathematics, Option 2: Minor Thesis » Youth Justice Systems Technology and the Environment 12 Graduates are able to draw upon their » Entrance requirements Early Childhood Languages and qualification to enhance their careers within Literacies 12 a broad range of organisations in early Applicants must have a recognised » Early Childhood Teaching Professional childhood, primary, secondary, vocational, undergraduate qualification and/or appropriate Practice 1 workplace and tertiary teaching. experience and demonstrated capacity to » Early Childhood Teaching Professional pursue study at a postgraduate level. Practice 2

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Program structure » Leading and Managing Change 24 Pathways » Mentoring and Coaching Practices 12 Credit points If you apply to enter the master program via Option one: coursework » Negotiated Project 12 the graduate certificate/graduate diploma Master » Organisational Behaviour for Educators 24 pathways listed below, you must comply with » Complete 144 credit points from Principles and Contexts of Learning 24 the entry requirements of these programs: » Approaches to Research in Education * 24 » Reflective Teaching and Learning 24 GC020—Graduate Certificate in Tertiary » Assessment, Reporting and Evaluation 24 » Research Design: Theory and Practice 12 Teaching and Learning » Careers in Practice 24 » Research Methods and Philosophy » Contemporary Issues in Education 24 of Knowledge 12 GD031—Graduate Diploma in Education » Counselling and Assessment 24 » Research Strategies (Educational Leadership and Management) » Curriculum and Instructional Design 24 (Design/Creative Arts) 12 » » Flexibility in Learning and Teaching 24 Research Strategies (Social Science) 12 GD037—Graduate Diploma in Industrial » » Foundation Studies in Careers 24 Strategic Management in Education 24 Education and Training » Studies in Learning Technology 24 » Human Resource Development for Professional recognition Educators 24 » Working with Diversity 24 This program does not require » Independent Study 24 Teaching methods » Investigative and Problem-Based professional accreditation. Learning 24 All courses are taught face-to-face in the RMIT’s School of Education has an » Leading and Managing Change 24 form of lectures, tutorials, seminars and established reputation for providing workshops during normal working hours. » Mentoring and Coaching Practices 12 educational and vocational leadership in » Negotiated Project 12 Entrance requirements creating knowledge for the future through » Organisational Behaviour for Educators 24 work with client groups within schools, » Principles and Contexts of Learning 24 English language communities and enterprises. You will be » Reflective Teaching and Learning 24 One of the following: encouraged and supported to further these » Research Design: Theory and Practice * 12 » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less links and networks in your learning through » Research Methods and Philosophy than 6.5) your engagement with educational theory of Knowledge * 12 and reflective practice which integrates your » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) » Research Strategies professional and educational experiences. (Design/Creative Arts) * 12 » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall Careers » Research Strategies (Social Science)* 12 score 100, writing minimum 24, all other » Strategic Management in Education 24 sections minimum 22 This program is a professional education » Studies in Learning Technology 24 degree and not a stand-alone teaching Academic entrance requirements » Working with Diversity 24 qualification. Graduates work in early * Students must choose at least 12 credit points You are required to have a minimum childhood, primary, secondary, vocational from the Research Methods courses three-year undergraduate degree or and workplace and tertiary teaching; as Option two: Minor Thesis other equivalent experience. Additional learning and development professionals in corporate, government and community Master experience in the field is advantageous. If you apply to enter the master program via organisations; as careers consultants; » Minor Thesis A 24 the graduate certificate/graduate diploma and in a range of leadership and senior » Minor Thesis B 24 pathways, you must comply with the entry management positions. Graduates are » Minor Thesis C 24 requirements of each of those programs. If able to draw upon their qualification to Complete 24 credit points from you are entering the master from any of the enhance their careers within a broad » Approaches to Research in Education* 24 graduate diplomas and wish to undertake range of organisations. » Research Design: Theory and the Extended Independent Study course, you Practice* 12 must complete 24 credit points of approved Education (early childhood) » Research Methods and Philosophy Research Methods courses before enrolling of Knowledge 12 in the master. If you have partially or wholly GD108 Graduate Diploma in » Research Strategies (Design/ completed a similar graduate certificate Education (Early Childhood) Creative Arts) 12 CRICOS code: 012380F or graduate diploma from another tertiary » Research Strategies (Social Science) 12 Duration: 1 year institution, application will be individually * One of these courses must be completed www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd108 Complete 48 credit points from considered for entry and exemptions. Bundoora campus » Approaches to Research in Education 24 » Assessment, Reporting and Evaluation 24 This program provides a combination of » Careers in Practice 24 study areas addressing the specifics of » Contemporary Issues in Education 24 knowledge acquisition, skills and attitudes » Counselling and Assessment 24 necessary for success as an early childhood » Curriculum and Instructional Design 24 teacher. The program prepares students to » Flexibility in Learning and Teaching 24 develop innovative learning environments » Foundation Studies in Careers 24 for young children. Students will undertake » Human Resource Development for 60 days of supervised teaching practice in a Educators 24 range of early childhood settings from birth » Independent Study 24 to five years. » Investigative and Problem-Based Learning 24

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Program structure Education (primary) Professional recognition

Year one Credit points GD109 Graduate Diploma in The program is recognised by the Victorian » Studying and Providing for Children Education (Primary) Institute of Teaching. The program content Birth to Two 12 CRICOS code: 042831B is designed to meet the current requirements » Linking Theory to Practice: Two to Duration: 1 year of employing authorities in Australia. Eight Years 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd109 Careers » Children, Education Settings and Bundoora campus Society 12 All persons seeking employment are » Inclusive Education 12 This program provides opportunities for recognised as qualified generalist classroom » Issues and Contexts in Education 12 you to engage with the pedagogical issues teachers by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. related to primary school teaching while » Applied Education Project 12 developing professional content knowledge » Investigating Science, Mathematics, Education (secondary) Technology and the Environment 12 in a wide variety of curriculum areas. To GD110 Graduate Diploma in » Early Childhood Languages and support learning, you will undertake 60 days Education (Secondary) Literacies 12 of professional practice placements in an CRICOS code: 019079K » Early Childhood Professional Practice 1 educational setting, providing with extensive Duration: 1 year » Early Childhood Professional Practice 2 practical experience. By completing this www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd110 » Early Childhood Professional Practice 3 program you will acquire the necessary professional knowledge, skills and critical Bundoora campus Entrance requirements understandings of the teaching profession. This program prepares students to teach in English language The majority of classes are held during secondary schools in a range of specialist normal business hours. areas. It combines theoretical coursework One of the following: in education issues with teaching method » Program structure IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less studies in two specialist areas. Students also than 6.5) Year one Credit points complete a minimum of 45 days supervised » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) » Professional Issues in Teaching 12 teaching practice in education settings » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall » Teaching Principles and Practices 12 organised as two blocks. » Science and Technology Education 12 score 100, writing minimum 24, all other Program structure sections minimum 22 » Learning and Developing Literacies 12 » Exploring and Designing in Arts Core courses Credit points Academic entrance requirements Practice 12 » Imagining Social Futures 12 » A minimum of a three-year degree in Teaching Primary Mathematics » Learners, Learning and Teaching 12 and Numeracy 12 any discipline. » Teaching as Community 12 » Teaching Health and Physical » Teaching Across the Curriculum 12 Advanced standing Education for Understanding 12 » Application may be made for recognition of Humanities and Global Education 12 Electives current competencies in single courses using » Primary Professional Practice 1 Select two pairs of courses » the form provided by the School and with Primary Professional Practice 2 » Biology Method A and B 24 » suitable supporting evidence supplied. Primary Professional Practice 3 » Chemistry Method A and B 24 » Professional recognition Entrance requirements Computer and Technology Method A and B 24 Upon completion of the program you will English language » English Method A and B 24 be the recipient of the Graduate Diploma One of the following: » Social Education Method A and B 24 in Education (Early Childhood) and will be » » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less General Science Method A and B 24 recognised as a four-year trained teacher » than 6.5) Health Method A and B 24 by Early Childhood Australia Inc. » Home Economics Method A and B 24 » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) » Careers Languages Other Than English » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall Method A and B 24 Currently there are many child care centres score 100, writing minimum 24, all other » Maths Method A and B 24 and kindergartens wishing to employ qualified sections minimum 22 » Media Method A and B 24 early childhood professionals. » Performing Arts (Drama) Method Academic entrance requirements Employment opportunities exist within a wide A and B 24 range of early childhood settings including A complete three-year degree or equivalent. » Physical Education Method A and B 24 occasional child care, family day care, » Physics Method A and B 24 Advanced standing kindergartens, centre-based care and other » Psychology Method A and B 24 community-based early childhood settings. Application may be made for recognition » Humanities Method A and B 24 of current competencies in single courses » Teaching English to Speakers of using forms provided by the school and with Other Languages Method A and B 24 suitable supporting evidence supplied.

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Entrance requirements Using research and project skills you can Entrance requirements develop your understanding of complex English language issues surrounding leadership. Graduates English language One of the following: will be employable as senior practitioners One of the following: » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less in a variety of educational, training and » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less than 6.5) community settings which require high than 6.5) levels of knowledge and skills in areas » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) such as change management, educational » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall leadership, strategic management and » TOEFL Internet based (iBT) Orallscore100, score 100, writing minimum 24, all other human resource development. writing minimum 24, all other sections sections minimum 22 minimum 22 Program structure Academic entrance requirements Academic entrance requirements Semester one Credit points A complete three-year degree. A minimum three-year undergraduate Complete 48 credit points from You must have a sequence in two degree or other recognised tertiary » Contemporary Issues in Education 24 secondary teaching disciplines, that is, qualification and/or relevant work » Human Resource Development for at least two years’ completed tertiary experience is preferred. Additional Educators 24 education in two subject areas in which experience in the field is advantageous. » Leading and Managing Change 24 the future teacher is prepared to teach in » Organisational Behaviour for Educators 24 If you have completed a similar secondary schools. Applicants are advised » Strategic Management in Education 24 program at another tertiary institution, to check the Victorian Institute of Teaching » Working with Diversity 24 you will be individually considered for specialist area guidelines regarding their Additional courses to be completed for the entry and exemptions. eligibility for entry into two teaching methods. graduate diploma Professional recognition Advanced standing Complete 24 credit points from The program does not require » Application may be made for recognition Contemporary Issues in Education 24 professional accreditation. » Human Resource Development for of current competencies in single courses RMIT’s School of Education has an Educators 24 using forms provided by the School and established reputation for providing » Leading and Managing Change 24 with suitable supporting evidence supplied. educational and vocational leadership in » Organisational Behaviour for Educators 24 creating knowledge for the future through Professional recognition » Strategic Management in Education 24 work with client groups within schools, The program is recognised by the Victorian » Working with Diversity 24 communities and enterprises. Students will be Institute of Teaching. The program content Complete 24 credit points from encouraged and supported to further these is designed to meet the current requirements » Approaches to Research in Education* 24 links and networks in their learning through of employing authorities in Australia. » Assessment, Reporting and Evaluation 24 their engagement with educational theory » Careers Careers in Practice 24 and reflective practice which integrates their » Counselling and Assessment 24 professional and educational experiences. All persons seeking employment are » Curriculum and Instructional Design 24 recognised as qualified secondary classroom » Flexibility in Learning and Teaching 24 Pathways teachers by the Victorian Institute of Teaching. » Foundation Studies in Careers 24 The Graduate Diploma in Educational » Investigative and Problem-Based Learning 24 Leadership and Management is an accepted Educational leadership » Principles and Contexts of Learning 24 pathway into the Master of Education. and management » Reflective Teaching and Learning 24 However, if students wish to enter the master » Research Design: Theory and Practice* 12 GD031 Graduate Diploma in Educational and undertake the Extended Independent » Research Methods and Philosophy Leadership and Management Study of Minor Thesis course sequences they of Knowledge* 12 CRICOS code: 030991G must have completed at least 12 credit points » Duration: 1 year Research Strategies (Design/Creative Arts)* 12 of an approved Research Methods course » www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd031 Research Strategies (Social Sciences)* 12 before enrolling in the master. » Studies in Learning Technology 24 City campus Careers * Students can choose no more than 24 credit points The Graduate Diploma in Educational from the Research Methods courses Graduates will be employable as senior Leadership and Management provides you practitioners in a variety of education, training with the opportunity to recognise, develop and community settings which require and extend you professional knowledge and high levels of knowledge and skills in areas skills within a flexible framework which will such as change management, educational equip you for senior positions of responsibility leadership, strategic management and in a variety of educational, training and human resource development. community contexts.

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Industrial education and training Academic entrance requirements The program aims to: » improve knowledge and understanding GD037 Graduate Diploma in Industrial A minimum three-year undergraduate Education and Training degree or other recognised tertiary of development issues across the world, CRICOS code: 019081E qualification and/or relevant work especially focusing on underprivileged Duration: 1 year experience is preferred. Additional communities in developing and www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd037 experience in the field is advantageous. developed countries » City campus Pathways improve understanding of issues and challenges that confront these The Graduate Diploma in Industrial Education This program is an accepted pathway communities and countries, and and Training provides students with the into the Master of Education with a distinction processes that regulate such educational leadership and management average. Recognition of prior learning phenomenon in an era of globalisation skills required in a variety of education and may be available. Please check with the » improve specific professional skills, training fields. program coordinator. required to have a broader understanding Graduates have found employment across Professional recognition of the development sector and during the workplace, education and training planning, designing, implementing, sectors in a variety of roles as TAFE teachers, This program does not require monitoring and evaluation of development workplace trainers and assessors, training professional accreditation. projects managers, developers of training packages, RMIT’s School of Education has an » private consultants and community educators. established reputation for providing help students develop advocacy skills; gain familiarity with tendering process and Program structure educational and vocational leadership in creating knowledge for the future develop practical skills in designing and Semester one Credit points through work with client groups within delivering training workshops. » Principles and Contexts of Learning 24 primary, secondary and tertiary education, More than one billion people live in absolute Complete 24 credit points from communities and enterprises. Students poverty. They do not have sufficient food » Assessment, Reporting and Evaluation 24 will be encouraged and supported to to eat each day, have no access to clean » Curriculum and Instructional Design 24 further these links and networks in their water or sanitation, die from preventable » Flexibility in Learning and Teaching 24 learning through their engagement with illness, and have limited rights as human » Working with Diversity 24 educational theory and reflective practice beings. This program addresses the issues Additional courses to be completed for the which integrates their professional and of international development and provides graduate diploma educational experiences. you with an opportunity to acquire skills and knowledge to assist you in making Complete 48 credit points from Careers the world a better and equitable place for » Approaches to Research in Education* 24 Graduates have found employment across the the future. You not only study the theories » Assessment, Reporting and Evaluation 24 workplace, education and training sectors in explaining various models of development » Contemporary Issues in Education 24 a variety of roles as TAFE teachers, workplace but also policies and practices emanating » Curriculum and Instructional Design 24 trainers and assessors, training managers, from various development models, as well » Flexibility in Learning and Teaching 24 developers of training packages, private as critiquing competing power dynamics in » Mentoring and Coaching Practices 12 consultants and community educators. development discourses. You will understand » Negotiated Project 12 gender dynamics and health issues and how » Research Design: Theory and International development these issues keep communities and countries Practice* 12 in a disadvantaged position. You debate » Research Methods and Philosophy GC079 Graduate Certificate in macro and micro finance and its relevance for of Knowledge* 12 International Development development economics. » Research Strategies CRICOS code: 049401A (Design/Creative Arts)* 12 Duration: 0.5 year You contest the politics of development and » Research Strategies (Social Sciences)* 12 how global systems disadvantage certain GD066 Graduate Diploma in » countries while at the same time giving an Working with Diversity 24 International Development edge to others. The scope of the program is * Students can choose no more than 24 credit points CRICOS code: 049400B from the Research Methods courses Duration: 1 year not limited to community development, as the focus remains on understanding and making Entrance requirements MC073 Master of Social Science sense of the bigger picture of the world before (International Development) designing and implementing development English language CRICOS code: 035362G models at local level. One of the following: Duration: 1.5 years » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc073 than 6.5) City campus » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) The Master of Social Science (International » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall Development) program is designed to score 100, writing minimum 24, all other provide development professionals, and sections minimum 22 those wishing to embark on a career in international development, with the skills and knowledge they need to work in a complex and changing environment.

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Program structure » International Project Planning and Design 12 graduates work in agencies such as World » International Project Management Vision Australia, Oxfam, TEAR, Save the The Master of Social Science (International and Monitoring 12 Children Plan, Australian Red Cross and Development) consists of 144 credit » Microfinance and Development 12 AUSAID in a variety of roles. Graduates have points and incorporates exit points at » Minor Thesis *^ 24 gained placements with the Australian Youth graduate certificate and graduate diploma » Nuclear Deterrence 12 Ambassadors for Development program in levels. You can also enrol directly into » Participatory Approaches in Development * 12 developing countries in South Asia, South– these intermediate awards. Students » Peace Building and Reconciliation * 12 East Asia, Asia–Pacific, Africa and South graduating with the master degree must » Practicing Development 12 America. It is possible for students to use have completed Theories of Development, » Research Strategies^ 12 this program as the first step in advancing Practicing Development, Gender Issues » The Ethics of Intervention * 12 to PhD research. in Development and International NGOs, » Theories of Development 12 Civil Society and Development. Students can also take electives within Policy and human services Graduate certificate Credit points the school and a language course during » Theories of Development 12 the program. GD068 Graduate Diploma in » Three elective courses 36 Policy and Human Services * Available in face-to-face mode only CRICOS code: 053189K Additional courses to be completed for ^ Research Strategies is a prerequisite course for Duration: 1 year the graduate diploma the Minor Thesis » Gender Issues in Development 12 Academic entrance requirements MC075 Master of Social Science » Three elective courses 36 (Policy and Human Services) A recognised university qualification CRICOS code: 029760K Additional courses to be completed for and/or relevant work experience and a Duration: 1.5 years the master demonstrable capacity to pursue study www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc075 Coursework stream at a postgraduate level. City campus » International NGOs, Civil Society Advanced standing and Development 12 The policy and human services program » Practicing Development 12 Candidates with previous postgraduate study is designed to build the capacity of public » Two elective courses 24 and/or significant professional experience and community-based policy makers, advocates and managers. The program aims or may apply for credit transfer or recognition of prior learning (RPL). For example, a to enhance skills in policy research analysis Minor Thesis stream successful applicant with a graduate diploma and development and community services » Minor Thesis 24 (in a relevant field), a four-year honours management and organisational change. The » Research Strategies 12 degree or similar can complete the master in policy and human services program has been » One elective course 12 less than three semesters full-time study. designed by leading policy academics and Core courses industry professionals. The program reflects Professional recognition Not all courses are available each semester. the latest debates, issues and approaches to policy making and management in the public All core international development courses are A key feature of this degree is its industry and community sectors. offered in either face-to-face or online mode. links. Industry input has helped design many of the courses. Formal links with key industry The key features of this program are: All core courses must be completed for the people have been established, enabling master stream. » strong emphasis on linking theoretical students to gain relevant and practical » analysis with practical experiences of Gender Issues in Development 12 industry experience during their candidature » policy making International NGOs, Civil Society at RMIT. and Development 12 » social policy courses that reflect » Practicing Development 12 Careers contemporary policy and management » Theories of Development 12 Employment in the development sector is issues; and Elective courses very competitive; however, our graduates » new courses addressing human rights, Most of the electives are offered in face-to- have an edge over others due to the ethics and values in the public and face and online mode. professional skills gained through the community sectors. » Aid, Adjustment and Development 12 program. Some of our recent graduates Courses link theoretical analysis with practical » Assessing Progress in Developing work in non-government organisations in experience and case studies. You have the Countries 12 Australia and overseas, as well as various opportunity to develop an intellectually critical » Field Project 12 government agencies and other multilateral perspective on structural and policy changes » Gender Issues in Development 12 organisations in various places around the in the operation of the state and across a » Gender Practice in Development* 12 world. Our students range from recent variety of social policy fields (e.g., drug use, » Global Crime 12 graduates seeking to enter the development housing etc). You have a choice of elective » Government and Democracy in sector as their initial career, to those currently courses across all social science postgraduate Developing Countries 12 working in the sector seeking to enhance programs including environmental issues, » Health Issues in Development 12 their skills and qualifications, and those with social work, human rights, local and » Human Trafficking* 12 established careers in other fields seeking to community planning, international » Introduction to Development enter the development sector with a passion development and criminal justice. Economics 12 for improving the world. The international If you are interested in questions of social » International Disaster Relief and development program opens up career change this is the program for you. Policy Humanitarian Assistance* 12 avenues in Australia and overseas within development provides a key avenue for » International NGOs, Civil Society the development and public sector. Past change at the level of public sector and Development 12

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management and at the level of community Academic entrance requirements Program structure activism. This program will provide you with A recognised undergraduate social science/ The program comprises ten 12-credit- frameworks for thinking about globalisation, humanities qualification and/or appropriate point courses and two 36-credit-point field equity, justice, human rights, fairness and experience and demonstrable capacity to education courses. This equals 192 credit questions of resource distribution. The pursue study at a postgraduate level. points. This is made up of eight 12-credit- program is designed to situate that thinking point cores, two field education and two Advanced standing in the development of public policy skills and elective courses. The electives can be social and community services management. Credits for previous study and/or professional chosen from among other postgraduate Program structure experience may be negotiated. courses offered by the school.

Graduate diploma Credit points Careers Master Credit points » » Contemporary Social and Political Theory 12 Graduates work as policy makers, policy Eight core courses 96 » » Contemporary Management Issues 12 advisors, managers and activists in federal, Two elective courses 24 » » Three core courses 36 state and local government, trade unions, Social Work Field Education 1 36 » » Three elective courses 36 large community sector organisations such Social Work Field Education 2 36 as the Salvation Army, The Brotherhood of St Core courses Master Laurence and the Victorian Council of Social Not all courses are available each semester. » Australian Social Policy 12 Services, as well as specialist research and All core Social Work courses are offered » Contemporary Management Issues 12 policy centres and organisations such as the » Contemporary Social and Political Theory 12 face-to-face. Council to Homeless Persons, and the Youth » » Economics for Social Policy 12 Casework, Counselling and Advocacy 12 Affairs Council of Victoria. » » Policy Making Processes 12 Community Development Strategies 12 » » Transforming Organisations 12 Contemporary Social and Political Theory* 12 Social work » » Values and Public Policy 12 Critical Social Work 12 » » Five electives or other core courses 60 MC150 Master of Social Work Policy Making Processes or Australian CRICOS code: 058234C Social Policy 12 Core courses Duration: 2 years » Research Strategies* 12 All core policy and human services course www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc150 » Social Work with Groups 12 are offered face-to-face. » Mental Health (Advanced) 12 City campus » Australian Social Policy 12 » Social Work Field Education 1 (Advanced) 36 » Contemporary Management Issues 12 The Master of Social Work (MSW) program is » Social Work Field Education 2 (Advanced) 36 » a program that allows graduates from other Contemporary Social and Political Theory 12 * Available in distance mode » Economics for Social Policy 12 disciplines the opportunity to enter the social Elective courses » Policy Making Processes 12 work profession without having to return to » Transforming Organisations 12 undergraduate study. This qualifying program All elective courses are offered face-to-face. » Values and Public Policy 12 is designed to develop capacity for effective » Advanced Advocacy and Social Action 12 professional practice in the human services, » Elective courses Advanced Law for Social Work Practice 12 with the ability to meet demands of current » Advanced Professional Practice for All electives are offered face-to-face. and emerging policy and practice contexts. Social Work 12 » Advanced Advocacy and Social Action 12 The program equips graduates with the » Aid Adjustment and Development 12 » Budgets, Contracts and Tenders 12 knowledge, skills and ethical foundations to » Budgets, Contracts and Tenders 12 » Casework, Counsel and Advocacy 12 enact practice for individual and collective » Conflict Resolution and Mediation 12 » Community Development Strategy 12 wellbeing from a social justice perspective. » Gender Practice in Development 12 » Conflict Resolution Mediation 12 This combines with an ability to critically » Human Trafficking 12 » Critical Social Work (Social Work reflect on and analyse social policy and » Loss, Trauma and Grief (Advanced) 12 Theory and Practice 1) 12 organisational practices, with skills necessary » Managing Community Service » Economics for Social Policy 12 for advocating for change. Most of the Organisations 12 » Ethics, Practice and Applied Human Rights 12 courses are run in a small group workshop » Working with Violence and Abuse » Field Project 12 format. This enables you to interact with (Advanced) 12 » Human Rights Studio 12 others and to gain from the experience and Academic entrance requirements » Human Trafficking 12 knowledge of your peers. Throughout the » Eligible students must have successfully Introduction to Applied Human Rights 12 program, you are encouraged to apply the » completed a bachelor degree or academic Managing Community Service Organisations 12 theoretical learning to areas of your own » ^ equivalent. Selection is based on prior Minor Thesis 24 interest. The fieldwork program is tailored » academic performance which preferably Policy Making Processes 12 to meet specific learning and vocational » ^ includes studies of society and the Research Strategies – Social Science 12 needs of students. The MSW is progressive » individual, and paid or voluntary work Social Work with Groups 12 in content, taking a critical perspective that » experience in relevant fields such as Terrorism and Politics of Conflict 12 encourages you to engage with the concepts » welfare, health or education. Transforming Organisations 12 of social justice, human rights and anti- » Transforming Organisations and oppressive practice. Pathways Applied Human Rights 1 12 » Values and Public Policy 12 Credits for previous study at a postgraduate » Writing Policy 12 level may be negotiated. Please discuss with program coordinator. ^ Research Strategies is a prerequisite of Minor Thesis

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Professional recognition Program structure Translating and interpreting The program is accredited by the Australian Credit points studies Association of Social Workers (AASW). » Internationalising the Curriculum 12 GC137 Graduate Certificate in » Careers Technological Implications for Translating and Interpreting Tertiary Learning and Teaching 12 Studies The MSW creates a new entry into the » Tertiary Learning and Teaching 12 CRICOS code: 061259A social work profession and the courses and one of Duration: 0.5 year prepare graduates for an advanced level of » Implementing Tertiary Learning www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gc137 practice. It provides opportunities for people and Teaching 12 GD168 Graduate Diploma in to advance in their careers and to move » Supervision of Higher Degrees by Research 12 between different forms of employment Translating and Interpreting including policy work, management, direct Entrance requirements Studies service provision, community development English language CRICOS code: 061260G Duration: 1 year and research. Graduates are likely to be One of the following: www.rmit.edu/programs/gd168 employed in the government and non- » IELTS—7.0+ (no band less than 6.5) government sectors, working in a diverse » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) MC167 Master of Social Science range of practice and policy settings. » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall score (Translating and Interpreting Studies) Graduates will be able to work in a variety 100, writing minimum 24, all other sections CRICOS code: 061186B of fields of practice including child and minimum 22 Duration: 1.5 years family welfare, mental health, migrants and www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc167 Academic entrance requirements refugees, disability and health. The program City campus will equip graduates for practice in a range of You are required to have a minimum Modern means of communication and travel methods such as direct practice/counselling, three-year undergraduate degree or other have created a globalised world where there policy and program development, research, equivalent experience. is a growing need for knowledge-workers advocacy and community development. If you have partially or wholly completed a similar program at another tertiary institution who are capable of facilitating the flow of information locally and internationally. Tertiary teaching and learning you will be individually considered for entry and exemptions. Translators and interpreters are at the forefront of this revolution as people around the world GC020 Graduate Certificate in Pathways Tertiary Teaching and Learning seek to communicate across language CRICOS code: 063582G The Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching boundaries. Increasingly, government Duration: 0.5 year and Learning is an accepted pathway into the departments and businesses are appreciating Master of Education. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gc020 the need to employ qualified professional Professional recognition translators and interpreters. City campus As a formally recognised program, the Graduate The Master of Social Science (Translating The Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching Certificate in Tertiary Teaching and Learning and Interpreting Studies) program and Learning (TTL) offered by RMIT’s School of will provide graduates with a qualification in Education is designed to improve the learning provides advanced studies in translating education. This is increasingly being seen by and teaching practice of tertiary teachers and and interpreting theory, professional the tertiary sector as an important quality issue. equip them to teach effectively in the higher aspects, discourse studies, pedagogy, education sector. Careers translation technology and translation The program provides opportunities for you to This program is targeted to higher education and interpreting practice. The program explore issues in tertiary learning and teaching, staff. Graduates of the tertiary teaching and has been designed to prepare you to be course design, assessment and creative learning program will have attained a formal eligible for translator and/or interpreter problem-solving in the context of current and education qualification, assisting them in their accreditation with the National Accreditation emerging professional practice. A key feature of current or potential teaching work in the tertiary Authority for Translators and Interpreters the Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching and sector and for recruitment and promotion (NAATI). Eligibility for NAATI accreditation Learning (TTL) is that it builds on professional opportunities. requires you to successfully complete practice and provides opportunities for students The Graduate Certificate of Tertiary Teaching specific courses from the Translating and to shape the program around their needs and and Learning (TTL) is compulsory for all newly Interpreting Studies discipline area. experiences of teaching in a tertiary environment. appointed ongoing level A and B teaching Suitably qualified graduates of the NAATI- The design of the assessment tasks allows academic staff at RMIT who do not hold an approved Advanced Diploma of Translating a degree of flexibility so that it can be best equivalent qualification. Other academic staff and Interpreting (NAATI Professional level) integrated into your work needs and interests. can still apply to enrol in the program. These or equivalent qualification who wish to applications will be evaluated against selection undertake studies at the master level may criteria and will be subject to available places be eligible for recognition of prior learning for and on a full-fee basis. This program may be previous studies/work experience and be relevant for sessional staff. given credit for some of the courses from If students are seeking a qualification to assist the master program. with their career progression in the TAFE sector, then it would be best that they look into the Graduate Diploma in Industrial Education and Training.

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Program features Theory and Application » Responsiveness to industry requirements » Theoretical Bases of Translating and through specialist courses Interpreting 12 » Advanced Theory of Translating and » Strong emphasis on work-ready Interpreting 12 graduates by linking translation » Advanced Discourse Studies 12 technology, ethics, professional studies » Language Policy and Language Services 12 and theoretical and discourse analysis » Pedagogy of Translating and Interpreting 12 to practical issues in translating and » Translation and Technology 12 interpreting » Translation Project Management 12 » Pioneering studies in pedagogical issues » Extended Translation Project 24 relating to translating and interpreting » Minor Thesis 24 education, for those who are interested in » Research Methods in Translating and teaching in this discipline area Interpreting 12 » Option to choose a wide range of Electives from other RMIT postgraduate specialist electives from other RMIT programs are also available, such as Policy postgraduate programs including and Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Policy and Human Services, Social Justice Administration, Environment and Work, Criminal Justice Administration, Planning, and International Development. Environment and Planning and Teaching methods International Development The program is designed to equip students to Classes are taught in a combination work at high levels of productivity as freelance of lecture, seminar tutorial, audio professional translators or interpreters, and to visual workshops, practical and specialise in other domains through electives laboratory sessions. from other programs. Academic entrance requirements Program structure Applicants must have a recognised university The master program requires you to qualification and/or relevant experience and complete 144 credit points (1.5 years full demonstrated capacity to pursue study time). There is also the option to complete a at a postgraduate level. Students are also graduate diploma (1 year full time, 96 credit required to pass a bilingual entrance test points) or graduate certificate (0.5 years full administered by the University. time, 48 credit points). The program structure Please refer to includes a range of translating, interpreting, http://www.rmit.edu.au/programs/ theory and application and elective courses. international/supplementary_forms . Below is a list of the specific Translating Careers and Interpreting Studies courses you may complete as part of your program. The Master of Social Science (Translating and Interpreting Studies) is a postgraduate Translating qualification that assists graduates to work » Discourse Studies for Translators 12 in many varied occupations and industries » Translation Accrediting Practice 1 12 in Australia and overseas. There are many » Translation Accrediting Practice 2 12 global opportunities for translators and interpreters qualified at postgraduate level. Interpreting Roles include jobs with multinational firms » Discourse for Interpreters 12 and agencies that do business in Australia » Interpreting Accrediting Practice 1 12 and other countries, foreign embassies » Interpreting Accrediting Practice 2 12 and posts, or freelancing as a translator/ interpreter. There are also interesting, challenging and broad career prospects with jobs in government areas such as cross- cultural communication, social and welfare services, security services, international trade and relations in Australia or overseas.

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Education relationship between research, learning and Pathways change. As a consequence the program is Available for the compulsory research MR018 Master of Education challenging for the individual as they grapple CRICOS code: 012978J methodology course. with the generation of new knowledge and Duration: 2 years how this knowledge informs action. Professional recognition www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr018 Entrance requirements Research studies at the master or doctoral MR019 Master of Arts level in education provides you with a broad CRICOS code: 069380B English language research training grounded in workplace Duration: 2 years One of the following: practice. Training in research provides options www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr019 for advancement for trainers, managers of » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less training in TAFE institutes, teachers in DR071 Doctor of Philosophy (Education) than 6.5) schools, arts practitioners and managers, CRICOS code: 065720G » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) career and job placement advisors and a Duration: 4 years range of professionals in management and www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr071 Academic entrance requirements human resource positions in industry and Bundoora campus Master the community. The Master of Education and the Master Applicants will normally: Research training adds to a portfolio of skills of Arts are normally awarded for a thesis » have qualified for or graduated with and capabilities, for professionals, that involve or project based on original research a degree of the university and have issues of identification, research techniques, that contributes to knowledge in the area attained such academic standards interviewing skills, project management investigated. A research method course is as the RMIT Higher Degrees Committee skills, analysis and assessment skills, writing a compulsory requirement of this program. deems satisfactory and compilations skills. Successful research RMIT’s School of Education has expertise in students demonstrate capacities in self » be a graduate of another university or the general areas of curriculum, educational discipline and task completion which are institution with equivalent qualifications processes and applied education. In the skills that are highly sought in industry. as recognised by the Higher Degrees curriculum area, there are strengths in arts Committee Most importantly, research training provides education, mathematics education, language » you with abilities to address issues in a and literacy, health and physical education, have other qualifications or experience as the committee may consider appropriate. way that connects theory with practice in post-compulsory education and training, and the context of improving workplaces and educational leadership and management. In PhD communities. These skills which focus the area of processes, there are strengths in A bachelor degree with first or upper on innovation and creativity are highly learning, early childhood, primary, secondary second class honours from a recognised marketable and transferrable. and transitions. In the applied education area tertiary institution, preferably with a major there are strengths in educational technology, Careers in education, or a degree of Master of teaching methods and curriculum design. Education/Master of Arts by thesis/project The Master of Education and Master of Arts Research degrees by project combine a from a recognised tertiary institution, or (by research) and PhD enables graduates traditional research methodology and skill currently enrolled in an RMIT Master of to qualify for employment in senior positions base with a contemporary understanding of Education (by research) program and have associated with the management of training organisations and professional practice in the demonstrated to the satisfaction of the RMIT in a wide variety of occupations. The skills workplace. These degrees enable individuals Higher Degrees Committee exceptional ability acquired in this course assist in preparing and their organisations to study a workplace in the conduct of this research which has the people for prospective employment in the concern and produce a comprehensively potential to be extended to the doctoral level. emerging industry training and employment researched outcome that feeds back into Candidates must present a proposal that placement settings. the organisation. This innovative approach satisfies the RMIT Higher Degrees Committee provides multiple tangible outcomes, not of their capacity to pursue an investigation of least of which is the project itself, but also the required scope and depth. The research the building of a research and development proposal should indicate the area of research capability within the organisation, the to be undertaken, the methodology of the development of applied research skills for the research and the expected outcome. participants as well as a qualification from a leading Australian university. Some key characteristics of the by-project mode include industry partnership, collaboration, research linked to action, positive change for the organisation and individual, and action learning/action research approaches within a project framework. The degree promotes an explicit

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Social science Advanced standing

MR057 Master of Social Science These programs are holistic and integrated CRICOS code: 012965C research programs based on the entry Duration: 2 years requirements listed above. Advanced www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr057 standing can be given for the compulsory research methodology course (subject). DR073 Doctor of Philosophy (Global Studies, Social Science Careers and Planning) RMIT’s research students are widely CRICOS code: 065752M recognised as leaders in their field or with Duration: 4 years the potential to offer leadership in their www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr073 professional field. This research program is City campus designed with the student’s career direction Applicants should have a research interest in in mind. any of the following areas: The master program will develop and » global studies (including international extend your professional knowledge, development, international relations, enhance your career prospects in your globalisation and cultural studies); current field, provide access to networking » applied social science (including social and opportunities for study-based work and political theory, social policy, improvements, and strengthen the quality evaluation theory and practice, social and of promotion applications. cultural history, social work and youth work theory and practice, criminology and community development); and » environment and planning (including urban and environmental policy and planning, and housing). Additional costs Candidates will normally also be expected to meet expenses such as materials, travel expenses, photocopying, stationery etc. but students will be provided with access to a PC, email address and office space. The school also provides financial support to cover some research expenses. Academic entrance requirements

Master A first degree from RMIT or equivalent, with at least a credit average in the final year; or evidence of appropriate experience which satisfies the school that you have developed a knowledge of the field of study sufficient to undertake the proposed program. PhD A bachelor degree with first or upper second class honours from a recognised Australian or international institution; or a master degree by thesis/project from a recognised Australian or international institution; or current enrollment in an RMIT master by thesis/project program and a demonstrated exceptional ability in the first stage of a program which has the potential to be extended to doctoral level.

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» create effective and efficient structures Option two Media and within advertising » Research Strategies 12 » effectively respond to changing societal » Minor Project 24 Communication demands on advertising Note: Students will be selected on academic merit » (in program to date) and ability to match suitable master writing styles within their field of supervisors. Must gain program director’s endorsement. knowledge and aptly communicate about Elective courses advertising knowledge, influencing peers » within business Accounting for Management Decisions 12 » Advanced Advertising 12 » secure confidence with their » Advertising Internship Project 12 advertising clients. » International Advertising 12 Unique aspects of the program include: » Public Relations Theory and Practice 12 » a specialist master program—one of » Sponsorship Communications 12 only a select few in the world Academic entrance requirements » a teaching staff with senior-level Advertising Either an undergraduate (bachelor) degree in experience within industry: many staff any discipline with results of a high standard, GC076 Graduate Certificate in Advertising continue to practice whilst teaching or three years’ experience in advertising, CRICOS code: 040968A » research that is published in top-level marketing or a related promotional field, Duration: 0.5 year conference and journal forums achieving management level. For non-English GD130 Graduate Diploma in Advertising » a computer lab that is equipped with undergraduate (bachelor) degree holders a CRICOS code: 040969M state-of-the-art media software, used competent level of English is required in line Duration: 1 year in practice-based buying and selling with RMIT standards. MC130 Master of Communication exercises Applicants must write a 400–500 word (Advertising) » internships with industry bodies where personal statement that is specific to the CRICOS code: 061185C students gain important practical chosen discipline stream. It should convey Duration: 1.5 years experience and establish contacts that will your interest in and passion for the discipline, www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc130 give them the edge in securing positions outline your aspirations and motivation City campus upon graduation. for studying the program, demonstrate a knowledge of the program structure and RMIT’s advertising program provides an Note: While all students study Creativity in Advertising, in-depth exploration of academic and the program is not designed for those who plan to be how it will help you achieve your goals and professional advertising knowledge from advertising copywriters or art directors. RMIT advertising outline what you expect to do on completion does not guarantee the availability of student internship of the course. around the world. opportunities, this outcome depends on the client choice The Master of Communication (Advertising) and job availability. Only students with satisfactory grades undertakes a practical perspective to the and suitable academic supervisor availability are eligible Communication for minor project participation. management of high-level advertising and MC080 Master of Communication Program structure communications organisations and the CRICOS code: 061182F campaigns they produce. The program offers Graduate certificate Credit points Duration: 1.5 years a range of electives in advanced advertising, » www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc080 communication principles, design principles Advertising Theory and Practice 12 » and management. Creativity in Advertising 12 City campus » Marketing Management and The Graduate Diploma in Advertising The Master of Communication provides Implementation 12 a unique combination of theoretical examines complex advertising campaigns Select one course through the study of account management, communication studies, professional training » Managing Advertising 12 strategy, branding theory, media planning, and research. Courses are offered in the » Advertising Media Strategy 12 agency management, commercial areas of communication theory and practice, Additional courses to be completed for the sponsorship, sales promotion, brand, public cinema, journalism, public relations, editing, graduate diploma relations and direct response. cultural studies and new media. » Advertising Campaigns 12 The Graduate Certificate in Advertising The program is relevant for two types » Advertising Strategy Planning 12 focuses on the process of advertising of students: practising communication » One elective course 12 professionals who want to broaden, diversify strategy, examining communication, brand (or other courses as agreed by program director) theory, account service, account/strategy and update professional skills and knowledge; Select one course planning, media buying/planning and and recent graduates who want an orientation » Managing Advertising 12 communications process management. to a range of communication professions. » Advertising Media Strategy 12 Advertising graduates are trained to: Applicants wishing to specialise in journalism, Additional courses to be completed for the public relations or editing and publishing » conduct and/or use research, with critical master may consider applying for a place in awareness of its validity for decision- » Master Seminar – Advertising 12 the appropriate graduate diploma. After making Option one completion of two full-time semesters it » develop and/or build theories, » Three elective courses 36 is possible to articulate into the Master of understanding the process of theory (or other courses as agreed by program director) Communication by coursework. development The Master of Communication program is » implement organisational/personal unique in that it allows you to design your behaviours through theory own study program according to your needs

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and interests. You can choose from the range » Public Relations Theory and Practice 12 Creative media of program electives in addition to the three » Public Relations: Changing (specialisations available in animation compulsory research courses. Perspectives 12 and interactive media, creative writing » or film and television production) The program’s flexibility, commitment to Reading Local, National and Global Cinemas 12 relevance, and passion for diversity make MC142AIM Master of Creative Media » it stand out from other programs. The Risk Communication and Management 12 (Animation and Interactive » program offers full-time students various Strategic Communication Management 12 Media) » modes of study while giving them up-to-date Terrorism, Media and Morality 12 CRICOS code: 058384M » knowledge in communication research and Transient Spaces: Participatory Media 12 Duration: 1.5 years » Writing for the Media 12 professional practice. Key to the program’s MC142CW Master of Creative Media strength is the diversity of students in the Entrance requirements (Creative Writing) classroom, which enriches our teaching CRICOS code: 049569K and learning experience. English language Duration: 1.5 years Program structure One of the following: MC142FT Master of Creative Media » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less (Film and Television Production) The degree has two compulsory core than 6.5) CRICOS code: 049570F courses: Introduction to Communication Duration: 1.5 years » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) Research, and Research Strategies. Students www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc142 complete either a Minor Project (24 credit » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall City campus points) or a Major Project (48 credit points). score 100, writing minimum 24, all other This program is unique in Australia as Students undertaking the Minor Project sections minimum 22 a coursework-based master degree option must complete the two compulsory Academic entrance requirements across three inter-related disciplines. core courses, the minor project and eight It offers instruction via master classes courses from the list of approved electives. A first degree with results of a high standard and the recommendation of an and forum-based interaction with Students undertaking the Major Project academic supervisor or professional referee. industry professionals. It allows option must complete the two compulsory Significant professional practice in one or creative professionals to reflect on core courses, the major project and six more of the communication industries may their practice in the context of cross- courses from the list of approved electives. be considered as the basis for entry in the disciplinary peer review and project- Master Credit points absence of a first degree. directed research. » Introduction to Communication All international applicants are required to Program structure Research 12 provide a 400–500 word written statement » Research Strategies 12 outlining their interest in the program. Animation and interactive media Select one option Year one Credit points » Option A—Major Project 48 Pathways » » Option B—Minor Project 24 From 2009, students who have successfully Concept Development 12 » Collaborative Studio Practice 12 Elective courses* completed one of the School’s 96 credit » Individual Studio Practice 12 » Asian Media Systems 12 point graduate diploma programs in » Storytelling 12 » Asian Popular Culture 12 journalism, public relations or editing and » Major Project 48 » Change Communication and publishing can articulate to the Master of Management 12 Communication program. Year two » Cinema Industry and Culture 12 The industry-specific Master of » Research Strategies 12 » Communication and New Technology 12 Communication programs are focused on » Entrepreneurship for Creative » Communication Theory and Practice 12 adding research skills to the professional Practitioners 12 » Editing Principles and Practice 12 abilities developed in the graduate diplomas. » Reflective Practice and Exegesis 24 » The additional courses build skills of self- Electronic Publishing 12 Creative writing » Ethics, Philosophy and Professional directed research and expertise in specific Communication 12 areas of the industries. Year one » Film and TV Industries Professional Although the industry-specific Master of » Storytelling 12 Practice 12 Communication programs are intended » Concept Development 12 » International Communication and Culture 12 primarily for those who have successfully » Research Strategies 12 » Journalism: Issues and Principles 12 completed the University’s graduate » Writing for Novel and Screen 12 » Literary Journalism 12 diplomas, applicants who have successfully » Major Project 48 » Magazine Publishing: Context, completed similar graduate diploma Theory and Practice 12 programs at other universities, or those Year two » Mass Communication Law and with at least 10 years’ relevant industry » Reflective Practice and Exegesis 24 Regulation 12 experience, may be considered for advanced » Entrepreneurship 12 » Managing Media Organisations 12 entry into the program at the discretion of the » Writer and Publication 12 » News and Communication Theory 12 program director. » Organisational Communication Theory and Research 12 For more information on the industry-specific » Political Communication 12 Master of Communication programs, » PR Case Analysis and Presentation 12 please email Michael Webster, [email protected].

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Film and television production statement that is specific to the chosen Careers discipline stream. It should convey your Year one Across the three specialist areas of MCM interest in and passion for the discipline, students may develop careers in the following » Storytelling 12 outline your aspirations and motivation areas: » Concept Development 12 for studying the program, demonstrate a » animator in 2D or 3D » Research Strategies 12 knowledge of the program structure and » » Collaborative Studio 12 how it will help you achieve your goals and interaction designer » Major Project 48 outline what you expect to do on completion » matte artist of the course. Year two » web designer Applicants may also be required for a » » Reflective Practice and Exegesis 24 character designer telephone interview. » Entrepreneurship 12 » games artist One elective from: Creative writing (MC142CW) » production manager Portfolio » Film and Television Industries 12 » art director » Transient Spaces 12 Applicants should provide the following with » online education designer » Screen Production Project 12 their portfolio: » film or television producer Academic entrance requirements » A 400–500 word personal statement » film or television director that is specific to the chosen discipline A bachelor degree or equivalent industry » stream. It should convey your interest in machinima director/producer experience before commencement with and passion for the discipline, outline your » screen writer some study or experience in the particular aspirations and motivation for studying the discipline. An expression of interest form » scriptwriter program, demonstrate a knowledge of the must be completed. Selection is via interview » sound designer program structure and how it will help you and portfolio and review of prior work, either » achieve your goals and outline what you editor written or on DVD. Full details of requirements expect to do on completion of the course » publisher will be advised before interview. Some » applicants may be able to go directly into » A full curriculum vitae (CV) with two written technical writer the graduate diploma (semester two); such references » novelist exemptions will be determined by interview » A sample (1000 words) of writing (either » essayist and portfolio. creative, factual or both, depending on » short story writer the area of interest). Applicants must write a 400–500 word » magazine writer personal statement that is specific to the Please ensure your portfolio is clearly labelled » writing critic chosen discipline specialisation. It should with your name and contact details. convey your interest in and passion for » newly emerging professions in virtual Note: Portfolios will not be returned. communications and online communities the discipline, outline your aspirations Applications will not be considered until all and motivation for studying the program, the above material has been submitted. demonstrate a knowledge of the program Journalism structure and how it will help you achieve Pathways your goals and outline what you expect to GD074 Graduate Diploma in Journalism After completing a first degree graduates may CRICOS Code: 012959A do on completion of the course. Generally, continue to an honours year or move directly Duration: 1 year selection will be via a review of your portfolio to a master program. and prior academic achievement, the MC168 Master of Communication The choice between honours, master by strength of supporting documentation and an (Journalism) coursework (MCM) or master by research interview. Offshore and interstate applicants CRICOS Code: 063580J (MA Research) is usually determined by the may be required for a telephone interview. Duration: 1.5 years academic achievement evident in the first www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd074 Extra requirements degree and career experience. City campus Recognition of formal qualifications, current Animation and Interactive media The Graduate Diploma in Journalism is a competencies and professional experience (MC142AIM) vocationally oriented postgraduate program will be considered on an individual basis. which equips graduating students with the A portfolio of relevance to the discipline Applicants who have completed similar knowledge and expertise required to enter a consisting of either time-based work and/or studies at postgraduate level may be granted wide range of careers in print, broadcast and fine art or graphic design. Completion of the exemptions for single courses after review by online journalism and related areas. discipline’s pre-selection task is available at the program director. http://its-wu-web.its.rmit.edu.au/aim/ The graduate diploma is intended primarily Professional recognition SelectionTest.html . for graduates whose undergraduate study All specialisations within this program are has not included journalism. The program is Film and television (MC142FT) validated and advised by an industry panel, designed to give graduates a practical and Examples of previous work on DVD video comprising practising professionals who professionally well-rounded preparation for a (your role in any collaborative production meet regularly to review the contents of the career in journalism. needs to be made clear, so please provide discipline within the overall program. a credit list in English). An outline of prior production roles either in industry, on personal projects, or as part of an academic program. Write a 400–500 word personal

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All journalism program staff have an industry The Master of Communication (Journalism) Successful completion of the Graduate background and tertiary qualifications. Their is focused on adding research skills to Diploma in Journalism in the past five professional backgrounds cover radio, the professional abilities developed in years. Graduates of the Graduate Diploma television and online journalism, newspaper the Graduate Diploma in Journalism. The in Journalism from before 2005 will need and magazine journalism, specialist reporting, additional courses build skills of self-directed to demonstrate relevant, up-to-date and news organisation management. research and expertise in specific areas of industry experience. The graduate diploma is an intensive learning the industry. Applicants with at least 10 years’ relevant program that offers a blend of practical and The journalism program at RMIT maintains industry experience as a journalist who reflective elements. It is designed to give close links with the journalism industry are not graduates of RMIT’s Graduate graduates strong journalistic skills and an through professional contacts, the Program Diploma in Journalism or those who have appreciation of what is required of journalists Advisory Committee and our extensive work completed industry-related graduate working in a modern multimedia newsroom. placement program. diplomas at other universities will be Students have the opportunity to write for * There is no graduate diploma exit point in the considered on a case-by-case basis at the the journalism program’s newspaper, The Master of Communication (Journalism). discretion of the program director. City Journal, and its sister publication, City Program structure Extra requirements Journal Online. They are also involved in presenting and producing live radio news Graduate diploma Credit points Applicants are required to complete a for 3RRR and producing reports for the » Advanced Reporting and supplementary form located at: program’s live-to-air television news bulletin, Feature Writing 12 http://mams.rmit.edu.au/xkfalxh40jh7.pdf. Newsline, on Channel 31. While acquiring » Broadcast Journalism: Radio 12 Applicants will be short-listed for interview these vocational skills, students are taught » Broadcast Journalism: TV 12 based on information provided in the the regulations and ethics of the profession: » Journalism: An Introduction 12 International Application Form, supplementary from deadline-driven decision-making to » Media and the Law 12 form and previous academic results. Short- the ethical challenges of more involved and » News Studies 12 listed applicants located outside Australia will complex research projects. » Online Journalism 12 be interviewed by telephone. » The journalism program’s strong links with Writing the News 12 Pathways industry are sustained through the program’s Additional courses to be completed Students who have completed RMIT’s extensive work placement scheme, which for the master Graduate Diploma in Journalism in the past offers graduates the chance to spend time in » Research Strategies 12 five years will be given 96 credit points professional newsrooms. » Approved elective course 12 advanced standing towards the Master of » Minor Project 24 There are limited opportunities for some students Communication (Journalism). to complete overseas work placements. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc168 Professional recognition The Master of Communication (Journalism) Entrance requirements addresses the increasing demand for an The Master of Communication (Journalism) industry-specific master qualification for English language is based on the Graduate Diploma in those practising, or wanting to practise, One of the following: Journalism, which was designed in journalism. Applicants can either enter the collaboration with the RMIT Journalism » IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (no band less master program directly* or first complete Program Advisory Committee comprising than 6.5) the Graduate Diploma in Journalism and representatives from metropolitan and then articulate into the master program to » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) regional newspapers, magazines, radio complete the final semester. » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall and television media. The Master of After completion of the industry-specific score 100, writing minimum 24, all other Communication (Journalism) was developed Graduate Diploma in Journalism, either as a sections minimum 22 in full consultation with and the support of the separate program or embedded within the Program Advisory Committee. Academic entrance requirements master degree, you build on that foundation Careers with a journalism-focused postgraduate- An undergraduate (bachelor) degree. level research project. This final semester Applicants without a recognised Journalism graduates are working in research project will enhance formal training undergraduate degree who have appropriate newspaper, magazine, online, radio in researching and provide an opportunity experience may be admitted to the graduate and television journalism, as well as in to delve more deeply into a specific area of diploma at the discretion of the journalism specialist publishing throughout Australia journalism that has emerged during graduate program director. and internationally. diploma study. It will improve your vocational Applicants wanting to enter the Master of prospects by adding expertise in a specific Communication (Journalism) but not holding area of journalism of your choice. the Graduate Diploma in Journalism must meet the entrance requirements for the Graduate Diploma in Journalism.

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Animation and interactive media Careers Applicants are expected to have a capacity for independent intellectual research in their MR064 Master of Arts – Animation Postgraduate programs in RMIT’s School of Media and Communication aim to produce proposed field of study. Research implies a and Interactive Media formal academic process that investigates, CRICOS code: 026262G graduates who will be able to perform at the analyses and contributes original knowledge Duration: 2 years highest levels of professional creativity in the to that field of study. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr064 industry of their choice. Many graduates have become successful leaders in their field. Academic entrance requirements City campus Candidates are engaged in a quest for new Communication studies Master knowledge within the fields of interactive Successful applicants are normally required media, animation and the cinematic arts MR071 Master of Arts – to have: through creative, technical and intellectual Communication Studies » investigation in ways that influence and define CRICOS code: 001530K a first degree with major studies in one the medium’s future. Duration: 2 years or more communications or humanities disciplines, advertising, graphic design A rich and diverse range of research projects www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr071 or another award of equivalent character is currently being undertaken in areas such DR069 Doctor of Philosophy and standard, and demonstrated capacity as: the creative use of interactive media (Communication Studies) to undertake the proposed program of and its application to particular subject CRICOS code: 065815A research matter; human-computer interaction; Duration: 4 years » experimental animation techniques; scripting www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr069 evidence of experience which has developed in the applicant a knowledge for nonlinear formats; multimedia as a tool City campus for special needs learning; therapeutic of the field of study sufficient to undertake RMIT’s School of Media and Communication the proposed program of research. applications for interactive media; networked offers master degrees in the fields of environments and communities; development cultural and communication studies, cinema PhD of new navigational devices; interactive studies, communication media professions documentaries; intelligent software agents; Successful applicants are normally required (advertising, journalism, public relations, to have: computer games for the visually impaired; communication/graphic design) and » a degree of master by research or a 3D computer animation, special effects critical design practice. Preferred research bachelor degree with not less than upper animation, evaluating various approaches proposals will align with the school’s strategic second class honours from RMIT to multimedia design; interactive portraiture; research themes—global media cultures; intelligent self-generating soundtrack communication, politics and organisations; » a degree from another university or for interactives; adaptive immersive communication practice and industry institution recognised by RMIT environments. Other projects seek to innovation; and communication industry » such other qualifications or experience as critically define the medium and examine its education and training. Postgraduates play RMIT may consider appropriate. relationship to other arts and communication an important role in the school’s research Pathways disciplines. The nature of interactivity itself environment which includes a regular and the possibilities of online distribution are graduate research conference as part of Candidates who are enrolled in an RMIT often the objects of research. research education and training. master by research program and have Examination of research projects is based The School has research expertise in the demonstrated exceptional ability in the on the presentation of work in an appropriate following areas: media industries; new conduct of the first stage of a program which publication format, CD-ROM, video, DVD, communications technology; Asian media; has the potential to be extended to doctoral web documents, film, exhibition, installation the role of communication in political, cultural, level may transfer to PhD, with approval of or other appropriate public presentation. social and economic change; communication faculty board. An orientation program for new candidates is in the international marketplace; media and conducted. Seminar programs, peer review religion; cinema; music and popular culture; and special interest groups for the discussion radio and television broadcasting; community and debate of ideas are offered to support and alternative media; journalism; advertising; the candidate. communications history; public relations Academic entrance requirements and organisational communications; issues management; government communications Applicants who hold a degree with distinction policy; media, communications and or higher in an appropriate discipline and/ Australian culture; literature and biography; or have extensive experience in the relevant media, communication and cultural theory. industry may be considered for Master of While most communications and media Arts candidature, depending on the quality research is conducted through thesis and scope of the proposed research. writing, there is the opportunity to do production and project-based research, especially in advertising, communication design and journalism.

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Creative media Creative writing Special supervision in screen-writing and script development is also available. DR070 Doctor of Philosophy MR066 Master of Arts – Creative Writing Candidates with an interest in writing (Creative Media) CRICOS code: 036848K screenplay material or in researching CRICOS code: 065692G Duration: 2 years questions and issues in screen theory or Duration: 4 years www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr066 cinema studies are encouraged to apply. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr070 City campus Program supervisors have extensive industry City campus This research degree, which is usually experience in a variety of publishing and This PhD is available to those wishing to carry undertaken by project, is available to those media contexts. out research in the disciplines covered within with appropriate prior qualifications who wish Academic entrance requirements the umbrella of creative media. This includes to write creatively, developing an in-depth expertise in the following areas: animation piece of creative writing, and reflecting on A first degree from RMIT, or equivalent; and interactive media, photography, creative that work as a rigorous research activity in or evidence of experience which satisfies writing, multimedia, screenwriting, and film an accompanying text. Candidates produce RMIT that the applicant has developed a and television production. a substantial written project – for example, a knowledge of the field of study sufficient At doctoral level, programs engage with novel, short story, or screenplay. The original to undertake the proposed program. world-standard research communities. work will be accompanied by an exergesis Research implies a formal academic process which reflects on the creative project and the Photography that investigates, analyses and contributes research processes that produced it. MR060 Master of Arts – Photography original knowledge to that field of study, and This research degree is designed to help CRICOS Code: 007466J applicants are expected to have a capacity candidates define their work within the Duration: 2 years for independent intellectual research in the literary or cinematic field, and situate it www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr060 proposed field of study. within theoretical, historical, artistic, and City campus Two supervisors are usually assigned to each industrial frameworks. Candidates will also research candidate. A specialist consultant be encouraged to develop and explore the RMIT’s Master of Arts - Photography is a may also be appointed as required. professional tools needed to write long-form research degree that encourages you to An orientation program for new candidates work for publication in a variety of media— develop cutting edge practices in the fields is conducted and candidates complete an print, film, TV, web-based etc. of art and commerce. appropriate Research Strategies course in the The general aim for all candidates is to This program is designed to accommodate first semester of their candidature. Seminar work on a challenging project. The skills students who expect an experimental, programs and reading groups are also required to manage this program will focus creative and critical environment in which to sometimes offered to support the candidate’s on the writer’s ability to conceive and author practice and think about photography whilst research program. engaging written work that is specifically acknowledging photography’s multiplicity and tailored to a particular publishing or media- the heterogeneous spaces that the medium Academic entrance requirements based context. A key focus is on identifying now occupies in contemporary culture. Successful applicants are normally required and communicating with an audience of From the walls of major museums and to have: readers or viewers. Candidates in the master galleries to cutting edge commercial » a degree from RMIT or another university degree program are encouraged to make a applications, photography continues to be or institution recognised by RMIT significant contribution to both research and inserted into the world at the forefront of an practice here and in the global arena. » such other qualifications or experience as expanded visual matrix that encompasses RMIT may consider appropriate. Candidates will be encouraged to develop new and existing forms of electronic and technical knowledge and working skills analogue dissemination. Pathways relating to the genre in which they are The most astute photographers practising Candidates who have enrolled in an RMIT working. This will include research skills today navigate their way between and master by research program may upgrade such as, for example, interview technique, through what may have previously been to a doctoral program if their research is of historical investigation, comparative analysis, seen as antagonistic arenas. It is no longer an exceptional standard. or textual analysis. In addition, candidates uncommon to have the same photographers will explore a variety of writerly techniques represented by commercial photographic Careers such as plotting and characterisation, agencies as well as prestigious art galleries Postgraduate programs in creative media dialogue, and exposition. Candidates will or for an image to work across a variety of aim to produce graduates who will be able to be encouraged to develop the industrial different cultural locations. perform at the highest levels of professional and aesthetic skills necessary to identify creativity in the industry of their choice. Many and connect with audiences, publishers graduates have become successful leaders and producers, and will work towards an in their field. understanding of the historical and theoretical contexts in which their work is situated.

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The most successful photographers, and The Master of Arts is offered as a two year Portfolio requirements those individuals and organisations who full-time program with prospective students Offers of a place will normally be dependent work with them, know that the most viable making a proposal for their research as part upon a successful interview and evidence photographic outcomes at the cutting of their application. The development of this of recent creative output in the form of a edge of practice are ideas led as well as proposal will be supported by academic staff portfolio of photographic work. Evidence of aesthetically and technically distinctive. This throughout the degree experience. other creative media may also be presented suggests that photography’s parameters, be You will be allocated suitable supervisors who at this point. The overall file size should not they technical or philosophical, are continually are appointed with the aim of encouraging exceed 10MB. being expanded through process as well the production of ambitious final work as analysis. We also acknowledge that in through a process of experimentation and Careers a knowledge-based economy, the skills critical thinking in a supportive environment. Postgraduate programs in RMIT’s School of that make good photographers – tenacity, This is achieved through a series of regular Creative Media aim to produce graduates analytical thinking, diplomacy and creativity – seminars, lectures, tutorials and technical who will be able to perform at the highest are transferable skills. instruction where required. Regular visiting levels of professional creativity. Many Whilst it is important to respect the lecturers to the program enable you to hear graduates have become successful leaders distinctiveness of the discipline of first hand the experiences of artists, curators in their field. photography we also acknowledge that and photographic professionals. photography is influenced by and continues Examination of research projects is usually to influence other creative disciplines. based on publication by exhibition, installation, Therefore, it is expected that the practice or other appropriate public presentation. and analysis of photography on the Master of Applicants are expected to have a capacity Arts will engender a culture fully committed for independent intellectual research in the to testing the boundaries of the medium and proposed field of study. Research implies pushing at the edges of the discipline so as a formal academic process through which to develop a conception of what photography the researcher investigates, analyses, and is and how it might be used and interpreted contributes original knowledge to that field in the future. It is also expected that the of study. Master of Arts will encourage photographers to reflect on their own position whilst Teaching methods representing the various positions that they You take part in one-to-one tutorials, may be confronted with. Subsequently, the small seminar groups and lectures. An aim is to develop practitioners who can think orientation program for new candidates is conceptually and who can adapt and develop conducted. All candidates take part in the new visual languages that can adequately appropriate Research Methods course in the represent the world today. first semester. Seminar programs, annual Photographic culture in Melbourne conferences and guest lectures are an important part of the program. There is a strong photographic culture in Melbourne. The Centre of Contemporary Academic entrance requirements Photography, the National Gallery of Candidates will normally have completed a Victoria, and the Monash Gallery of Art degree in a related field, which may include Graduate profile are just three major institutions regularly photography, media and performing arts, showing photographic work of national and moving image, fine art, humanities and Bronek Kozka international significance. Many of Australia’s other appropriate disciplines. Applicants Master of Arts – Photography leading photographers are based in the city, with suitable professional experience and RMIT University photography graduate and Melbourne is home to a dynamic range who may not have the above academic and lecturer, Bronek Kozka, has been of commercially run galleries, workshops and qualifications may be offered a place in presented with one of the world’s most commercial studios that have photographic the course. activity at their core. prestigious prizes for photography, the Hasselblad Masters Award. Bronek Photography at RMIT received the award at international All supervising staff are practising photography event photokina, where he photographers and/or renowned for their was the only Australian chosen to exhibit analysis of the medium as writers and his work. He was part of an elite group critics. RMIT University is highly regarded of 10 photographers selected from more nationally and internationally for its than 1 700 entries worldwide to show photography programs and is the largest their work at the event, which is held discipline department in photography in twice a year in Cologne, Germany. Australia with a teaching legacy that goes This award has capped off a successful as far back as the nineteenth century. period for Bronek, with other awards Students benefit from a broad staff including the National Portrait Prize knowledge base that encompasses the for Australia and the UK, as well as intellectual as well as the technical aspects exhibiting at ACP in a group show of the medium. alongside the esteemed Tracey Moffat.

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RMIT’s College of Science, With a focus on providing solutions to Engineering and Health (SEH) real-world problems, the aim is to develop provides an extensive and socially responsible students who will find practical, creative and environmentally diverse range of postgraduate sustainable solutions to community and coursework and research global problems. programs which include A fundamental commitment to quality engineering, science, health teaching ensures students have access and medical sciences and to the latest technology and methods of computing and IT studies. teaching. RMIT lecturers develop and apply new knowledge and new ways of thinking The wide range of programs cover all through education, research, and projects in levels of postgraduate study, including collaboration with a wide range of partners. graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, master and PhD degrees at the City and Strong links with industry ensure RMIT’s Bundoora campuses. programs remain relevant to the broader community and provide students with opportunities for workplace training, clinical practice and participation in joint research projects. Industry links and engagement with professional associations ensure the relevance of projects and strengthen future employment opportunities for graduates. RMIT graduates are innovative, critical thinkers who have the potential to become leaders in their respective fields, nationally and internationally. CREATE AND DISCOVER

Isaac (Yizhaq) Yehuda, Israel Master of Computer Science

‘The Master of Computer Science is a very practical program; a good combination of content covering computer science, mathematics and information systems. I gained a lot of experience from working on the assignments, learning how to tackle new things. ‘I would like to find a job as a software engineer specialising in enterprise systems and I believe that the courses I have selected will help me to fulfil that aim.’ COURSEWORK

» Microcomputer Systems Design 12 Computer science » Network Design and Switching 12 Computing and » Network Engineering 12 MC060 Master of Computer Science CRICOS code: 065129A » Network Infrastructure 12 Duration: 2 years Information » Network Management and Security 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc060 » Network Planning and Performance 12 Technologies » Network Software Engineering 12 City campus » Programming Techniques 12 The Master of Computer Science is » Project Preparation, Planning and a software-focused two-year degree, Problem Solving 12 flexibly designed for IT graduates and also » Real Time Systems Design 12 software professionals, as well as non- » Software Engineering Fundamentals 12 computing graduates whose first degree Academic entrance requirements is in a completely different area. You can take the same courses as either the Applicants should have: Master of Information Technology, Master Computer engineering » An equivalent to an Australian bachelor of Computing, or Master of Technology degree in in electrical, electronic, (Internet and Web Computing), but also then GC028 Graduate Certificate in communication or computer engineering Computer Engineering spend an extra, final semester pursuing an or another relevant discipline from a CRICOS code: 026682K industrial software engineering project with recognised tertiary institution; or Duration: 0.5 year an external company through Your Software » a combination of academic qualifications (www.yoursoftware.com.au). Such practical GD044 Graduate Diploma in experience improves job prospects, and Computer Engineering and work experience equivalent to the CRICOS code: 012952G above requirements. companies that sponsor projects often employ graduates. Students who don’t wish Duration: 1 year Pathways to pursue an industrial internship may study a MC047 Master of Engineering Advanced standing can be granted for further four approved courses or if interested (Computer Engineering) applicants with an appropriate postgraduate in research, undertake research methods and CRICOS code: 061180G diploma or other relevant graduate a minor thesis. Duration: 1.5 years qualification. This will be considered on an www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc047 Program structure individual basis. City campus Careers Year one Credit points This program prepares you to design, Choose subjects from: Demand is increasing for highly skilled develop and apply digital and computer-based » Advanced Client/Server Architecture 12 exponents of the design and management solutions to real world engineering problems. » Advanced Distributed Systems 12 of embedded systems, which combine You will gain the skills and understanding » Advanced Topics in Bioinformatics 12 electronics, computer systems engineering, needed to design and build innovative new » Agent-Oriented Programming and products and services, develop sophisticated telecommunications, network engineering Design 12 embedded computer communications as well and information technology. They are » Analysis of Medical Data 12 as new software structures and algorithms. found in everything from simple domestic » Artificial Intelligence 12 appliances to the most sophisticated medical The final research project provides important » Bioinformatics 12 diagnostic systems. Being able to manage practical experience towards developing » Broadcast Networks and Applications 12 the threats and opportunities resulting from complex embedded systems. » Computer and Internet Forensics 12 system miniaturisation, programmability, and » Computing Theory 12 Program structure shrinking development cycles, our graduates » Cryptography and Security 12 are highly sought in a range of industries and Year one Credit points » Data Communication and » Select 48 credit points from list one 48 the public sector. Net-centric Computing 12 » Select 48 credit points from list one or » Database Administration 12 any approved elective (only courses not » Database Systems 12 previously studied) 48 » Digital Media Computing 12 Year two » Document Markup Languages 12 » Electronic Commerce and Enterprise » Research Project 48 Systems 12 or » Enterprise Architecture 12 Select 48 credit points from list one » Evolutionary Computing (seminar) 12 (only courses not previously studied) » Foundation Distributed Computing 12 List one » Information Retrieval 12 » Advanced Computer Architecture 12 » Intelligent Agents and Agent Systems 12 » Advanced Network Engineering 12 » Intelligent Web Systems (seminar) 12 » Computer Vision Systems 12 » Interactive 3D Graphics and Animation 12 » Digital Design Automation 12 » Internet and Intranet Document » Introduction to Programming 12 Engineering 12 » Introduction to Computational Biology 12 » Knowledge and Data Warehousing 12

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» Mathematical Logic and Logic Programming 12 Academic entrance requirements Computer science research » Mobile and Wireless Computing 12 Applicants are expected to have good grades » Mobile Application Development 12 GC110 Graduate Certificate in (credit average) in a prior undergraduate Computer Science Research » Network Programming 12 degree or postgraduate diploma. Professional CRICOS code: 050938B » Network Security 12 experience is not mandatory. The degree Duration: 0.5 year » Object Oriented Programming 12 or diploma need not be in computing. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gc110 » Object Oriented Software Design 12 Applicants without formal qualifications » City campus Operating Systems Principles 12 but who have significant extensive industry » Real-Time Rendering and experience may also apply. This research certificate, involving 3D Games Programming 12 coursework (Research Methods) and a » Research Methods 12 Pathways Minor Thesis/Project, is usually undertaken » Scripting Language Programming 12 Students who commence a Graduate by students as a preliminary to admission » Search Technology 12 Diploma in Software Development, to the Master of Computer Science (by » Secure Electronic Commerce 12 Computing, Graduate Diploma in research) or Doctor of Philosophy (Computer » Secure Programming Environments 12 Information Technology, Master of Science) programs. Prospective students » Software Architecture: Design and Information Technology, Master of must formulate their own research topic, Implementation 12 Computing, or Master of Technology which should broadly conform to the » Software Engineering for Large (Internet and Web Computing) and follow research interests of the School. Completion Scale Systems 12 an approved study plan may transfer their of the certificate involves submitting a minor » Software Engineering Process and credits from those programs by enrolling into thesis or project for critical review by a panel Tools 12 MC060 at least one semester before they are of experts in the field of study. » Software Requirements Engineering 12 due to complete their current program. The thesis should be 20 to 50 pages long » Software Reuse 12 and of publishable quality. » Software Testing 12 Graduates who undertake the minor thesis » Systems Architecture 12 option as part of the Master of Computer Program structure » Unix Essentials 12 Science and achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or more, together with Year one Credit points » Unix Systems Administration 12 a good minor thesis examiner’s report, may » Usability Analysis 12 Option A apply for direct entry to a PhD, with a » Web Database Applications 12 » Minor Thesis/Project 36 possible scholarship. » Web Development Technologies 12 » Research Methods 12 » Web Servers and Web Technology 12 Professional recognition Option B » Web Services 12 The Australian Computer Society accredits » Minor Thesis/Project Part A 18 » Windows Systems Administration 12 the master degree at the professional level. » Minor Thesis/Project Part B 18 Teaching methods » Careers Research Methods 12 Face-to-face lectures, tutorials and Due to the acute shortage of software trained Academic entrance requirements laboratories are supported by an online IT specialists, those with postgraduate learning system, group industry projects Significant experience in computer science, qualifications have excellent career prospects and one-on-one research supervision. such as an undergraduate degree, a locally and internationally, especially when postgraduate coursework degree and/or Assessment combined with industry experience. work experience. Experience is assessed Examinations and practical assignments, Graduates commonly work as: analyst by the school, via email or in-person online quizzes, reports, peer and industry programmer; architect; business analyst; interviews. Applicants should have review, and external thesis examination. computer operator; consultant/functional consistently high grades (a GPA of 3.0 consultant; database developer and out of 4.0, or equivalent). Additional costs admininistrator; engineer: software network; There may be a AU$110 fee if you seek an engineer: software; help desk/support; exemption at enrolment, based on prior internet/multimedia developer management; work experience, and a requirement to take network and systems; product management; a challenge test. Please contact RMIT’s project management; QA/testers; sales: pre School of Computer Science and Information and post; security; team leaders; software Technology for details. project managers, chief technical officers and Tel. +61 3 9925 2348 technical writers. Email: [email protected] www.rmit.edu.au/compsci

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Computing Teaching methods Enterprise architecture

GC077 Graduate Certificate in Computing Face-to-face lectures, tutorials and MC152 Master of Technology CRICOS code: 065133E laboratory sessions, supported by an online (Enterprise Architecture) Duration: 0.5 year learning system. CRICOS code: 055773M GD055 Graduate Diploma in Computing Assessment Duration: 1.5 years CRICOS code: 065134D www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc152 Examinations, practical assignments, online Duration: 1 year City campus quizzes and reports. MC062 Master of Computing This is a high-level IT postgraduate program CRICOS code: 065136B Academic entrance requirements that integrates business and technical IT Duration: 1.5 years Applicants are expected to have good grades knowledge. It is designed for information www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc062 (credit average) in a prior undergraduate and communication technology (ICT) City campus degree or graduate diploma. Students with professionals looking to take on the role skills in problem solving and/or mathematics of enterprise architect and align ICT with The practical software focus, allied to a solid and clear thinking are encouraged to apply. business goals to most effectively support foundation on which to develop technical Applicants without formal qualifications and grow an organisation. expertise, ensures this flexible, well-respected but who have significant extensive industry master program meets the job-specific needs Program structure experience may also apply. Professional of computing and non-computing graduates. experience is not mandatory. The specialisations are designed to give you Foundation courses the critical technical insight and practical Advanced standing » Database Concepts mastery required by software team leaders Students with IT qualifications or significant » IT Strategy and software project managers. relevant work experience can apply for limited » Java for Programmers Program structure course exemptions and may be required to » Software Engineering Fundamentals sit a challenge test. Master students complete five core Elective courses courses, two approved elective courses There may be an additional cost of AU$110 and one specialisation consisting of a fee if you seek an exemption at enrolment, » Business Background and a requirement to take a challenge test. group of five courses. » Corporate Finance The following are example courses offered. Professional recognition » Document Markup Languages » Algorithms and Analysis The Australian Computer Society accredits » e-Business Models and Trends » the master degree at the professional level. Artificial Intelligence » Electronic Commerce and Enterprise » Broadcast Networks and Applications Careers Systems » Computing Theory An acute shortage of software-trained » Internet and Intranet Document » Data Communications and Net-centric IT specialists means graduates have Engineering Computing excellent career prospects in Australia and » IT Industry » Database Administration internationally. Graduates may work in » IT Project Management diverse roles including analyst programmer, » Design and Implementation » architect, business analyst, computer Secure Electronic Commerce » Digital Media Computing operator, consultant/functional consultant, » Software Engineering of Large Scale » Document Markup Languages database developer and administrator, Systems » Electronic Commerce and Enterprise software network engineer, software » Software Reuse engineer, help desk/support, internet/ Systems » Software Testing multimedia developer management, » Interactive 3D Graphics and Animation » network and systems, product Usability Analysis » Internet Industry Project management, project management, QA/ » Usability Engineering » Mobile Application Development testers, sales—pre and post, security, team » Web Development Technologies leaders, and technical writers. » Operating Systems Principles » Web Services » Programming Techniques Key Courses » Programming Using C++ » Enterprise Architecture » Real-Time Rendering and 3D Games » Enterprise Architecture Case Studies » Scripting Language Programming » IT Governance and Change Management » Software Architecture » Software Requirements Engineering » Software Engineering: Process and Tools » Systems Architecture » Unix Essentials

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Teaching methods Information security and Electives Across the degree, students will complete a assurance Two electives are required at each of stages B, C and D, these include: Project or Minor Thesis under the supervision GD162 Graduate Diploma in » of an experienced supervisor. Information Assurance Information Theory for Secure Communications 12 CRICOS code: 055525E Assessment » Duration: 1 year Smartcard Cryptosystems 12 Examinations and practical assignments, » Practical Security 12 team-based case studies, online quizzes MC159 Master of Applied Science » Computer and Internet Forensics 12 (Information Security and Assurance) and reports. » Data Communication and CRICOS code: 055526D Net-centric Computing 12 Academic entrance requirements Duration: 2 years » Database Concept 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc159 You should have a tertiary qualification in » Information Systems Security 12 computer science, information technology City campus » IT Strategy 12 or software engineering with at least three Information security and assurance is now » Network Security 12 years experience as a software systems more relevant than ever, with threats from » Secure Electronic Commerce 12 analyst or developer, and/or experience the latest internet worm to identity theft no Academic entrance requirements in a lead role designing and implementing more than a mouse click away. This program major IT systems for business. provides an understanding of the principles A bachelor degree in a scientific, technical Applicants without a relevant degree and components of information security or engineering field is required. Industry must have at least four years experience systems, as well as the implementation or experience can be substituted for this, as a software systems analyst, designer, critical evaluation of information security which is assessed on a case-by-case basis. architect, and/or project manager. All systems. You will learn about wireless LAN Additional costs applicants will be interviewed, as part of security, the Advanced Encryption Standard, This program may incur extra costs for items the selection process, to ascertain the RSA, elliptic curve cryptography, smartcards, such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, relevance of their work experience. biometrics and information systems risk special equipment and materials. You are not management. There are opportunities for Advanced standing required to have private access to a PC, but internships in the information security industry will find it extremely useful. In select cases exemptions will be available for the students of the master degree. if you have acquired work-based knowledge www.rmit.edu.au/mathsgeo/contacts Program structure that is considered equivalent to core Advanced standing courses. You may be eligible to substitute Stage A Credit points Students with relevant qualifications and work core courses with elective courses if they » Case Studies in Information Security 12 experience can receive recognition of current have the required background. » Introduction to Information Security 12 competencies by gaining exemption from » Discrete Mathematics 12 Professional recognition some courses. This is assessed on a case- Select one course Graduates are granted professional by-case basis. » Introduction to Programming 12 level accreditation from the Australian » Java for Programmers 12 Professional recognition Computer Society. » Programming Techniques 12 The master is accredited by the Australian Careers » Web Servers and Web Technology 12 Computer Society. Australian IT solution providers indicate Stage B Careers there is strong demand for qualified » Coding for Reliable Communications 12 Graduates will fill technical and also business enterprise architects. » Information Systems Risk Management 12 roles in the information security industry, as Graduates of the program will be able to: Stage C well as consulting roles in a risk management » design cost-effective enterprise ICT » setting. Master graduates will be technical architecture with an understanding of Cryptography and Security 12 » Industry Awareness Project 12 specialists in the design provision and business strategy evaluation of information security systems » develop and maintain an enterprise Stage D and services. architecture, taking into account strategic » Advanced Topics in Cryptography 12 plans and key business and ICT drivers » Industry Linkage Project 12 and technologies » communicate and oversee implementation of an enterprise architecture to the organisation » develop the governance required for successful enterprise architecture development and adoption.

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Information technology Teaching methods Internet and web computing

GC038 Graduate Certificate in Face-to-face lectures, tutorials, and GD059 Graduate Diploma in Information Technology laboratories are supported by an online Internet and Web Computing CRICOS code: 047250E learning system. CRICOS code: 034899D Duration: 0.5 year Assessment Duration: 1 year GD057 Graduate Diploma in MC063 Master of Technology Examinations and practical assignments, Information Technology (Internet and Web Computing) CRICOS code: 036096A online quizzes and reports. CRICOS code: 034900E Duration: 1 year Additional costs Duration: 1.5 years www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc063 MC061 Master of Information Technology This program may incur extra costs for items CRICOS code: 065135C such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, City campus Duration: 1.5 years special equipment and materials. You are not As most businesses and work environments www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc061 required to have private access to a PC, but face the transition to web-enabled business City campus will find it extremely useful. models and e-commerce systems, these These programs examine theoretical www.rmit.edu.au/compsci programs provide hands-on, industry and practical approaches applied to the relevant, web oriented software skills to Academic entrance requirements software industry, exploring the latest non-IT professionals, while also modernising issues and challenges through hands-on Applicants are expected to have completed: an existing IT professional’s skill base. The experience. Designed for computing and » an undergraduate computer science program builds on five core courses with IT graduates who wish to develop software degree, or specialist postgraduate level web electives at the cutting edge of research and skills, this industry-led course is designed » a software-oriented computer engineering development. in collaboration with the Industry Advisory degree, or Committee, which includes representatives » a software-oriented graduate diploma Program structure from IBM, Hewlett Packard, Dimension Data program with at least a credit average. and the Australian Computer Society. Core courses Courses assume a deep knowledge of Java; » Database Concepts Program structure some also require C. » Introduction to Programming In general, master students complete a total » Advanced standing Java for Programmers of 12 courses. » Web Programming The following are example courses offered: Advanced standing may be available for those » Web Servers and Web Technology who have completed equivalent recognised » Accounting for Management Decisions Elective courses courses in postgraduate or honours programs. » » Advanced Client/Server Architectures Students who completed a good minor thesis Broadcast Networks and Applications » Data Communications and Net-Centric » Advanced Distributed Systems are eligible to apply for direct entry into a PhD Computing program in computer science. » Advanced Topics in Bioinformatics » Database Administration » Agent Oriented Programming and Design Professional recognition » Digital Media Computing » » Analysis of Medical Data Graduates are granted professional Document Markup Languages » Electronic Commerce and Enterprise Systems » Bioinformatics level accreditation from the Australian Computer Society. » Internet Industry Project » Computer and Internet Forensics » Mobile Application Development » Corporate Finance Careers » Scripting Language Programming » » Cryptography and Security Graduates are highly sought as credentialed Software Architecture: Design and specialists in critical areas of software Implementation » E-Business Supply Chains development, paving the way for careers » Software Engineering Fundamentals » Economic Analysis for Business which move through the technical spectrum » Software Engineering Process and Tools » Enterprise Architecture of IT, to the management of software projects » Unix Essentials » Usability Analysis » Evolutionary Computing and up to the position of chief technical officer of an organisation. » Web Database Applications » Financial Statement Analysis » Web Development Technologies » Foundations of Distributed Computing » Windows Systems Administration » Information Retrieval Specialist courses » Intelligent Agents and Agent Oriented » Computer and Internet Forensics Systems » Intelligent Web Systems » » Intelligent Web Systems Internet and Intranet Document Engineering » Mobile and Wireless Computing » Internet and Intranet Document » Network Security Engineering » Secure Electronic Commerce » Introduction to Computational Biology » Secure Programming Environments » Knowledge and Data Warehousing. » Web Services

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Teaching methods Face-to-face lectures, tutorials, and laboratory sessions supported by an online learning system. Assessment Examinations, practical assignments, online quizzes and reports. Academic entrance requirements Applicants are expected to have good grades (credit average) in any prior undergraduate degree or graduate diploma. Professional experience is not mandatory. The degree or graduate diploma need not be in computing. Students with skills in problem solving and/ or mathematics and clear thinking are encouraged to apply. Applicants without formal qualifications but who have significant extensive industry experience may also apply. Advanced standing Students with IT qualifications or significant relevant work experience can apply for course exemptions upon application and may be required to sit a challenge test. There may be a AU$110 fee if a student seeks an exemption at enrolment, and a requirement to take a challenge test. www.rmit.edu.au/compsci Professional recognition The Australian Computer Society accredits the master degree at the professional level. Careers Graduates may work in diverse fields including web site development and maintenance, e-commerce applications, web databases, web server technology, mobile phone applications and the booming internet games industry.

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Computer science All applications are assessed individually, and applicants may be interviewed in-person, MR047 Master of Computer Science by telephone, or by email. CRICOS code: 065938A A common pathway to the PhD is to enter Duration: 2 years directly after achieving a high grade in a DR089 Doctor of Philosophy computer science (honours) degree or (Computer Science) Graduate Certificate in Computer Science CRICOS code: 065728M Research, or to enrol for a master by Duration: 4 years research, make good progress, and then www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr089 convert to a PhD. City campus Applicants without research experience are These programs involve advanced academic advised to apply for the Graduate Certificate research into a specific area of computer in Computer Science Research (RMIT science, such as data engineering, software program code: GC110) first. engineering, distributed systems and Careers networks, and intelligent systems. Students who have not published academic papers or Many graduates find senior positions in written an honours or minor thesis undertake industry, though job prospects for academic the Graduate Certificate in Computer Science and research posts in universities are also Research as a preliminary step for admission very good. to the master and PhD research programs. Completion involves submitting a thesis of publishable quality for critical review by a panel of experts in the field of study. Entrance requirements

English language One of the following: » IELTS (Academic)—6.5+ (Listening: 6.5; Reading: 6.5; Writing: 7; Speaking: 6) (no band less than 6.0) » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall score 100, writing minimum 24, all other sections minimum 22 Academic entrance requirements Applicants must have at least four years of full-time equivalent tertiary education, with a strong computing background, and consistently high grades (a GPA of 3.5 or above out of 4.0, or equivalent, for a PhD program, and a GPA of 3.0 or above out of 4.0, or equivalent, for a master program). Students who excel in their master program may apply to convert their studies into the PhD program. Applicants must also have research experience, preferably (but not necessarily) in computer science. Such research experience is normally gained from having undertaken an honours degree or a research thesis in a master by coursework program.

61 This program includes learning outcomes Aviation industry management and develops knowledge and skills to Engineering deal with organisational change aimed at GC026 Graduate Certificate in establishing a culture of safety. This meets Aviation Industry Management CRICOS code: 061667G and Sciences the stated needs of airlines as they manage Duration: 0.5 year their fleet and its maintenance. GD042 Graduate Diploma in Program structure Aviation Industry Management CRICOS code: 061668F Core aviation generalist Credit points Duration: 1 year » Aerospace Industry Infrastructure 12 » Aviation Safety Systems 12 MC045 Master of Aviation Industry Management Select two electives CRICOS code: 061669E » Aircraft Maintenance Management 12 Duration: 1.5 years » Aviation Systems Analysis for www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc045 Maintenance 12 Aircraft maintenance management » Maintenance Management: City campus The Regulatory Environment 12 GC133 Graduate Certificate in Aircraft Aviation is a dynamic international industry. » Maintenance Management Project Management for Aviation There is a world-wide industry trend CRICOS code: 061262F Operations 12 for aviation managers with higher-level Duration: 0.5 year Teaching methods qualifications. In recognition of the industry’s www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gc133 need for management training, RMIT offers Teaching consists of a mix of master classes the Master of Aviation Industry Management City campus and workshops, online support and interactive program with a special focus on the aviation project teams using a variety of tools. The Graduate Certificate in Aircraft industry. This is an international program, and Maintenance Management focuses on Academic entrance requirements includes partnerships with airlines, airports, specialised aircraft maintenance function. A bachelor degree and a minimum of MROs, freight organisations and other It is designed for local and international educational institutions in four countries. students who require a postgraduate two years of relevant work experience, or qualification in maintenance management significant industry experience, including Program objectives evidence of further professional development systems. This program integrates The aviation industry management programs through in-house or externally run training. the human factor, threat, and error aim to apply modern management management issues into the technical All applicants should supply a brief personal techniques to the air transport industry. aspects of maintenance management. statement indicating their reasons for They cater for those from industry needing The maintenance and repair organisation undertaking such a program. enhanced skills and knowledge for advanced sector is a complex one that includes Applicants not meeting the above criteria management positions, and recent graduates in-house and outsourced operations. will be considered on an individual basis intending to make a career in the air transport As operations increase in complexity after personal interview (face-to-face or industry. Care has been taken to reflect the and aircraft systems increase in electronically) with the program coordinator. international nature of the air transport and sophistication, modularisation and Pathways air operations business by ensuring the diagnostic complexity and technical/ programs have relevance to students from all functional skills have become threshold The Graduate Certificate in Aircraft parts of the world. Maintenance Management is a specialist skills. As a result, individuals now need Benefits of the program are: program allowing for articulation into the better supervisory and management skills. » Master of Aviation Industry Management. a relevant introduction to air transport for The program aims to: recent graduates » Careers develop current and future practitioners » an opportunity to enter the civil air starting as maintenance engineers and Graduates will be competitively positioned transport business for those changing advancing their careers to supervisory and for advancement within aerospace career paths management roles within the technical/ manufacturers (e.g., Airbus, Bombardier, » functional area of the organisation an industry-driven program linking current British Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, Boeing, practice with theoretical models for an » ensure professional recognition of their Pratt & Whitney), airlines, maintenance and integrated practitioner approach. role within the industry, and their value to repair organisations (MRO), regionally and the organisation internationally. » satisfy the increasing process management and leadership requirements of the aviation technology sector » promote a consistent approach to the maintenance of appropriate levels of safety in the management of the interface between technical and human systems.

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Program structure Aviation safety and risk Academic entrance requirements Graduate certificate Credit points management Selection will be based on bachelor degree performance/prior qualifications or industry » Core Aviation Generalist Units 24 GC113 Graduate Certificate in Aviation » Core Business Foundation Unit 12 Safety and Risk Management experience. Selection criteria will include a » Elective 12 CRICOS code: 060518F personal statement indicating your reasons for undertaking this program. Additional courses to be completed for the Duration: 0.5 year graduate diploma www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gc113 Pathways » Core Aviation Generalist Unit 12 City campus The Graduate Certificate in Aviation Safety » Core Business Foundation Units 24 The issue of aviation safety is a global and Risk Management is a specialist program » Elective 12 one that is increasing in urgency. allowing for articulation into the Master of Additional courses to be completed for the The introduction of new, stringent Aviation Industry Management. master requirements for the implementation Careers » Aviation Research Project 24 of safety management systems by the » Core Business Foundation Unit 12 International Civil Aviation Organisation Graduates will be competitively positioned » Elective 12 (ICAO) and national regulators (CASA and for advancement as safety managers or in safety-related fields (e.g., safety auditors, Academic entrance requirements CAA NZ), combined with the increasing requirements for corporate governance, safety trainers, consultants or developers Applicants are required to have a means the field is one of the most rapidly of safety systems). bachelor degree. Alternatively, candidates growing disciplines in the industry. without a first degree but with a significant RMIT’s Graduate Certificate in Aviation Aviation supply chain management technical background (e.g., ATPL, LAME or Safety and Risk Management focuses on this ATC) and work experience will be considered GC132 Graduate Certificate in Aviation specialised sector of the aviation industry. on a case-by-case basis. Supply Chain Management Designed for individuals currently working CRICOS code: 061261G Advanced standing within the industry (airlines, airports, and Duration: 0.5 year Applicants with appropriate prior studies and defence logistics), the program aims to www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gc132 produce graduates equipped to meet the experience may be eligible for admission City campus with advanced standing. Each case will growing needs of aviation safety and risk The Graduate Certificate in Aviation be different and applicants should discuss management. Supply Chain Management focuses on the their prior educational and work experience Program structure specialised sector of the aviation industry that details with the program coordinator to relates to the development and maintenance determine the amount of credit that can be Part A Credit points of dynamic transport infrastructures. Picking appropriately given that might go into all the » Aerospace Industry Infrastructure 12 up where land and sea logistics drops off, it aviation programs. » Aviation Safety Systems 12 » Two Electives 24 deals with freight forwarders, free trade zones Additional costs and movement of parts for maintenance Electives repair organisations. This program may incur extra costs for items » such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, Aviation Risk Management 12 Developed to enhance the capabilities of » special equipment and materials. Human Factors in Aviation Safety 12 those working in the sector, it provides a firm » Implementing and Managing grounding in transport policy, planning and www.rmit.edu.au/aeromecheng Airport Security 12 business management. » Careers Incident and Accident Investigation 12 Designed for current and future practitioners The Master of Aviation Industry Management Teaching methods involved in air freight management or air is relevant to individuals making a mid-career Teaching consists of a mix of master classes logistics operations, the program provides a transfer to management from operations and workshops, online support and interactive professional career pathway in the specialised or engineering professional streams in project teams using a variety of tools. sector of the aviation transport field. the aviation industry. It is also relevant to Program structure professional managers wishing to transfer Additional costs into the aviation sector. It offers graduates the This program may incur extra costs for items Core aviation generalist Credit points opportunity to transfer up into operational or such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, » Aerospace Industry Infrastructure 12 strategic managerial positions. special equipment and materials. » Aviation Safety Systems 12 www.rmit.edu.au/aeromecheng Select two electives » Aviation Supply and Demand Interfaces 12 » Aviation Supply Chain Strategic Management and Policy Development 12 » Aviation Supply Chain Support Structures 12 » Integrated Logistics Support Management 12

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Teaching methods Bioinformatics Teaching methods

Teaching consists of a mix of master classes GC118 Graduate Certificate The program is presented as formal lectures, and workshops, online support and interactive in Bioinformatics seminars and laboratory workshops with project teams using a variety of tools. CRICOS code: 055802M online support. Academic entrance requirements Duration: 0.5 year Academic entrance requirements GD152 Graduate Diploma A bachelor degree or significant industry Prospective students will have a degree in the in Bioinformatics experience, including evidence of further CRICOS code: 055803K sciences or a related area and good oral and professional development through in-house Duration: 1 year written communication skills. Selection will be or externally run training. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd152 based on qualifications and experience. Applicants should also supply a brief City campus Pathways personal statement indicating their reasons for undertaking such a program. The Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics links You may proceed to research degrees studies in cell and molecular sciences with in biological sciences or computing or Applicants not meeting the above criteria studies in computing science. The program to degrees in business administration will be considered on an individual basis is designed to prepare students to work in (technology management). after personal interview (face-to-face or the complementary discipline areas of gene, electronically) with the program coordinator. Careers protein and cell technologies, computing Pathways science and informatics. The program also Graduates of this program will be equipped to work in the complementary areas of gene, The Graduate Certificate in Aviation Supply offers an opportunity to undertake some protein and cell technologies, computing Chain Management is a specialist program business management. science and informatics. allowing for articulation into the Master of Courses are presented by RMIT staff Aviation Industry Management. and external experts from research, biotechnology and information technology Biomolecular technologies Careers organisations. Strong industry participation GC117 Graduate Certificate in Graduates will be competitively positioned ensures the program is responsive to the Biomolecular Technologies for advancement within aerospace rapidly developing technology environment. CRICOS code: 055800B manufacturers (e.g., Airbus, Bombardier, The program is designed for individuals Duration: 0.5 year British Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, Boeing, working in biotechnology, life sciences, the GD151 Graduate Diploma in Pratt & Whitney), airport authorities, free trade computing industry or related industries who Biomolecular Technologies zones, maintenance and repair organisations wish to broaden or upgrade their scientific, CRICOS code: 055801A (MRO), air parcel carriers, consultancy firms computing and informatics skills and acquire Duration: 1 year and organisations dealing with aviation some management skills. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd151 insurance and finance. Program structure City campus

Year one Credit points The Graduate Diploma in Biomolecular » Bioinformatics 12 Technologies integrates studies in » Computational Biology 12 molecular, cell and computing sciences. Select a minimum of 24 credit points Interdisciplinary technologies are vital to research and development in the areas » Advanced Topics in Bioinformatics 12 of human and animal therapeutics, foods » Analysis of Medical Data 12 and feeds, agricultural production and » Database Concepts 12 bionanotechnology. Exciting and challenging » Introduction to Programming 12 developments in the high technology » Programming Techniques 12 molecular sciences are occurring at the » Any approved Computer Science or interfaces of traditional discipline areas Mathematics and Statistics Elective 12 where new discoveries are made by Select a maximum of 48 credit points multidisciplinary collaborations. » Advanced Immunology 12 » Biopharmaceuticals (Drug Development) 12 The programs are aimed at individuals » Biotechnology: Project Management 12 working in biotechnology, life sciences, the » Biotechnology: Regulation and computing industry or related industries who Business Law 12 wish to broaden or upgrade their scientific » Cell Technologies 12 skills and acquire some management skills. » Diagnostics and Biotherapies 12 Courses are presented by RMIT staff and by » Gene Technologies 12 external experts from research, biotechnology » Management of Intellectual Assets 12 and information technology organisations. » Protein Technologies 12 Strong industry participation ensures the » Any other approved Biotechnology programs are responsive to the rapidly Science Elective 12 developing technology environment.

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Program structure Electronic engineering Additional costs This program may incur extra costs for items Year one Credit points GC025 Graduate Certificate in such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, Select a minimum of 36 credit points Electronic Engineering special equipment and materials. » Advanced Immunology 12 CRICOS code: 025454G » Cell Technologies 12 Duration: 0.5 year www.rmit.edu.au/eleceng » Gene Technologies 12 GD041 Graduate Diploma in Academic entrance requirements » Protein Technologies 12 Electronic Engineering Applicants should have: Select a minimum of 12 credit points CRICOS code: 025455G » a recognised bachelor degree in electrical, » Biopharmaceuticals (Drug Development) 12 Duration: 1 year electronic, communication or computer » Diagnostics and Biotherapies 12 MC043 Master of Engineering engineering; or » An approved Biotechnology (Electronic Engineering) Science Elective 12 CRICOS code: 025456F » a combination of academic qualifications Select a minimum of 12 credit points Duration: 1.5 years and work experience equivalent to the » Advanced Topics in Bioinformatics 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc043 above requirements. » Analysis of Medical Data 12 City campus Advanced standing » Bioinformatics 12 The electronic engineering programs are » Advanced standing can be granted for Computational Biology 12 aimed at science or engineering graduates » applicants with an appropriate postgraduate Database Concepts 12 in electronic, telecommunications, computer » certificate, diploma, or other relevant Introduction to Programming 12 or electrical disciplines who wish to acquire » qualification. This will be considered on Programming Techniques 12 specialised knowledge of advancements an individual basis. » An approved Computer Science or in the fields of electronic engineering. Mathematics and Statistics Elective 12 Particular attention is paid to the professional Professional recognition Select a minimum of 12 credit points development of students in terms of technical, This qualification is a postgraduate specialist » Biotechnology: Project Management 12 personal and business skills. study on top of a base qualification. It is not a » Biotechnology: Regulation and As a result, graduates are well equipped for Business Law 12 requirement for membership of the Institution leadership roles in business and industry. » Management of Intellectual Assets 12 of Engineers Australia. Qualified technologists with relevant industrial Careers Teaching methods experience are encouraged to apply. Graduates will have extensive knowledge The programs are presented as formal Program structure lectures, seminars and laboratory workshops and skills in electronic technologies. They with online support. Year one Credit points will have further developed effective oral and » Circuit and System Simulation 12 written communication skills, teamwork skills, Academic entrance requirements » Electronic Devices; Physics, business and management skills. Prospective students will have a degree in Design and Simulation 12 In the private sector, graduates may work science or a related area and good oral and » Electronic Materials 12 in the design, manufacture and supply of written communication skills. Selection will be » Introduction to Semiconductor electronic products, systems and services. based on qualifications and experience. Device Fabrication 12 Their roles may span from technical Select 48 credit points from list one experts, technical or business managers, to Careers or any approved elective executive officers. Graduates may establish Graduates are prepared for multidisciplinary Year two their own business operating in the local work in molecular and cell technologies and international electronic market. In the » and bionanotechnology in biotechnology Research Project 48 public sector, they provide the community organisations in the public and private sectors. or with essential services in areas such as Select 48 credit points from list one telecommunications, transportation, security, (only courses not previously studied) defence, health, emergency services and the List one environment. Graduates may also undertake » Advanced Control Systems 12 further studies in research and development. » Audio Engineering 12 » Bioelectromagnetism 12 » Digital Signal Processing 12 » Electronic Manufacturing 12 » Introduction to Microsystems Technology 12 » Medical Engineering and Instrumentation PG 12 » Microwave Circuits 12 » Network Engineering 12 » Project Preparation, Planning and Problem Solving 12 » Real Time Estimation and Control 12 » Sensors and Actuators 12 » Signal Processing for Multimedia and Telemedicine 12

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Electrical engineering Teaching methods Engineering management

GC142 Graduate Certificate in Teaching consists of a mix of classes and GC034 Graduate Certificate in Electrical Engineering workshops, online support and interactive Engineering Management CRICOS code: 068162J project teams using a variety of tools. CRICOS code: 024383D Duration: 0.5 year Duration: 0.5 year Academic entrance requirements GD173 Graduate Diploma in GD049 Graduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering Applicants should have: Engineering Management CRICOS code: 068163G » a recognised bachelor degree in electrical, CRICOS code: 029677E Duration: 1 year electronic, communication or computer Duration: 1 year engineering; or MC176 Master of Engineering MC052 Master of Engineering (Electrical Engineering) » evidence of successful completion of a (Management) CRICOS code: 068164G post-matriculation diploma program of CRICOS code: 024382E Duration: 1.5 years at least three years duration; or Duration: 1.5 years www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc176 » a combination of academic qualifications www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc052 City campus and work experience equivalent to the City campus The power engineering and energy industry above requirements. The Master of Engineering (Management) sectors worldwide are experiencing Pathways program aims to prepare graduates for steady growth. The Master of Engineering leadership roles in the management (Electrical Engineering) is aimed at Advanced standing can be granted for of engineering and technology-based graduates wishing to acquire specialised applicants with an appropriate postgraduate organisations. The program is tailored to knowledge and the latest advancements diploma or other relevant graduate individual needs, allowing you to develop in the fields of power engineering. qualification. This will be considered on skills and expertise in a broad range of an individual basis. The core subjects focus on the areas of engineering management practices. advanced power engineering, renewable Careers You can focus your studies in the energy, power electronics, high voltage Graduates from this program will be able following areas: technology management, systems and advanced control systems. to enjoy a strong employment market in environmental management, performance This program will provide an attractive the field of power engineering due to rapid management, risk management, engineering pathway for electrical engineering graduates development in the smart grid technology economic strategy, international engineering as well as graduates from other disciplines and renewable energy sector. Graduates management, project management, quality who wish to join the power engineering will acquire leading edge knowledge and management, logistics management, and and energy sectors. skills in power engineering. They will have systems engineering. Specialisations from other areas within RMIT are also available. Program structure further developed effective oral and written communication skills, teamwork skills, The program’s major strengths come The master program consists of 144 credit business and management skills. This from a focus on: thinking strategically; points. The graduate diploma consists of ensures they are well prepared for career addressing problems from a new point of 96 credit points and the graduate certificate advancement and leadership roles in the view; challenging established practices and consists of 48 credit points. power industry. norms; developing innovative approaches; The following is an example of courses understanding how to manage an ever- offered. changing technology base; and developing Year one Credit points a systems approach to problem and/or » Renewable Electrical Energy Systems 12 opportunity definition. » Power Engineering II 12 You develop an understanding of the » Power Electronics and many facets of contemporary engineering Electromagnetic Compatibility 12 management and the impact of new » Advanced Control Systems 12 technology and technological change Select 48 credit points from list one on engineering and technology-based or any approved elective (only organisations. courses not previously studied) The program exposes you to real-world Year two issues in the areas of: risk and feasibility; managing innovation; developing systems » Research Project 48 thinking approaches; quality management; or environmental management systems; Select 48 credit points from list one cleaner production; strategic planning; (only courses not previously studied) financial management; performance List one management; international issues; and technology management. » Digital Signal Processing 12 » Variable Speed Drives 12 » Power System Analysis and Control 12 » Real Time Estimation and Control 12 » Network Engineering 12 » Intelligent Systems 12

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Program structure Geospatial information Year two

Graduate certificate Credit points GD054 Graduate Diploma in Select 48 credit points » » Building Quality Organisations 12 Geospatial Information Dissertation 48 » » Industrial Systems and Environment 12 CRICOS code: 006608G Dissertation Part A (Preparation) 24 » » Management of Technology 12 Duration: 1 year Dissertation Part B (Implementation) 24 » Elective (see list below) 12 MC058 Master of Applied Science Additional costs (Geospatial Information) Additional courses to be completed This program may incur extra costs for items for the graduate diploma CRICOS code: 023208E Duration: 1.5 years such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, » Engineering Economic Strategy 12 special equipment and materials. » Risk Management and Feasibility 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc058 www.rmit.edu.au/mathsgeo/contacts » Two Electives (see list below) 24 City campus Academic entrance requirements Additional courses to be completed These programs are designed for for the master professionals who want to build their skills in Entry requires an approved degree or graduate diploma; a willingness to assist » Engineering Management Project 12 working with geospatial data. They provide fellow students in the programs by the » Engineering Management Thesis 12 a range of specialist elective streams in the active use or sharing of knowledge; support » Research Investigation and Analysis 12 areas of environmental studies, geographic of the employer (if appropriate) to attend » Elective (see list below) 12 information systems, remote sensing, satellite lectures and/or tutorials and to participate Electives list positioning, multimedia cartography and computer science. Background studies in any other planned activities related to » International Engineering Management 12 in software techniques and applications, the program; and a preparedness to take » Introduction to Project Management 12 computer mapping and land development responsibility for one’s own learning. » Measurement and Improvement 12 are also available. » Performance Management Foundations 12 Pathways » Planning and Control 12 The graduate diploma program is designed Holders of the Graduate Diploma in Geospatial » Quality Systems 12 for people who want to acquire skills in Information may be considered for entry with » Variation and Change 12 using and applying geospatial technologies, advanced standing into the master program. including the spatial technologies of Additional costs remote sensing, geographic information Careers This program may incur extra costs for items systems, and global positioning systems. The programs are designed for professionally such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, In addition, the program includes studies in qualified groups such as foresters, special equipment and materials. environmental management, natural resource agricultural and environmental scientists, www.rmit.edu.au/aeromecheng management and geography to support surveyors, cartographers, engineers, these technological skills. Academic entrance requirements computer scientists, geologists, geographers The Master of Applied Science (Geospatial and planners engaged at all levels of land Direct entry to the Master of Engineering Information) is designed for individuals data management. Graduates of the program (Management) or Graduate Diploma in who have achieved good results in their are qualified as specialists, able to be actively Engineering Management normally requires a undergraduate studies and/or have worked involved in the capture, storage, manipulation relevant undergraduate degree. Entry to the in a related industry for three or more years. and presentation of geospatial information. graduate certificate may be considered for The coursework component is common those who lack the academic qualifications to the Graduate Diploma in Geospatial but have significant work and professional Information, but as well as completing experience. Successful completion of additional coursework studies, students are the graduate certificate may qualify you expected to complete a minor dissertation. to proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Management and Master of Program structure Engineering (Management). Year one Credit points Advanced standing » GIS Fundamentals 12 Advanced entry into the master program may » Research Methods 12 be given on the basis of significant industry » Any two approved postgraduate courses 24 experience and relevant postgraduate studies. Select 48 credit points » Geography 1b 12 Careers » GIS Applications 12 The program is intended to prepare individuals » GIS Principles 12 who will assume management responsibilities » Multimedia Cartography 12 in engineering and technology-based » Remote Sensing 12 enterprises and organisations. » Resource Management 1 12 » Resource Management 2 12 » Satellite Positioning 12 » Multivariate Analysis 12

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Integrated logistics management Program structure International automotive GC075 Graduate Certificate in Integrated Graduate certificate Credit points engineering Logistics Management Select 48 credit points GC131 Graduate Certificate in CRICOS code: 060677B » Building Quality Organisations 12 International Automotive Duration: 0.5 year » Integrated Logistics Support Engineering GD051 Graduate Diploma in Integrated Management 12 CRICOS code: 060515J Logistics Management » Logistics Systems 12 Duration: 0.5 year CRICOS code: 060678A » Project Management 12 GD164 Graduate Diploma in International Duration: 1 year » Supply Chain Principles 12 Automotive Engineering MC054 Master of Engineering (Integrated Additional courses to be completed CRICOS code: 060516G Logistics Management) for the graduate diploma Duration: 1 year CRICOS code: 022248E » E-Business Supply Chains 12 MC160 Master of Engineering Duration: 1.5 years » Engineering Economic Strategy 12 (International Automotive www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc054 Select 24 credit points Engineering) City campus » Accounting for Management Decisions 12 CRICOS code: 060517G Duration: 1.5 years The integrated logistics management » Logistics Engineering and Systems 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc160 programs equip you with the knowledge » Risk and Technology Decisions 12 and skills needed to master the modern » Transport and Physical Distribution 24 City campus integrated logistics environment and operate Additional courses to be completed Higher levels of technology in today’s successfully in it. The Master of Engineering for the master automotive industry have led to (Integrated Logistics Management) provides » Research Project 24 government and regulatory bodies a postgraduate, vocationally-oriented Select 24 credit points imposing stringent environmental program for practising managers in the » International Logistics 12 and safety standards on automobile field of integrated logistics management. » Leadership and Change Management 12 manufacturers. As a result, there is a In combining elements of the programs » Product and Processes Re-engineering 12 worldwide need to increase the knowledge presented by the School of Marketing » Research Investigations and Analysis 12 and skill levels of the automotive industry. and School of Aerospace, Mechanical Academic entrance requirements The Master of Engineering (International and Manufacturing Engineering, RMIT Automotive Engineering) provides you has identified a logistics management Direct entry to the Master of Engineering with an in-depth understanding of and systems engineering approach that requires a bachelor degree in science engineering disciplines of the automotive matches the needs of military organisations, or business. production lifecycle. It exposes you defence-related industries and capital Additional costs to state-of-the-art infrastructure and intensive industries. different work ethics by providing the This program may incur extra costs for The coursework and the major research opportunity to carry out work experience items such as textbooks, program notes, project give depth and breadth to the or research projects at multinational field trips, special equipment and materials. studies. Each stage of study is provided automotive companies worldwide. Please contact RMIT’s School of Aerospace, with flexible delivery modes to combine The integration of classroom learning and Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering continuing education with your busy workplace experience provides you with the for details. work schedule. opportunity to apply your knowledge and Tel. + 61 3 9925 8053 problem-solving skills in a real workplace www.rmit.edu.au/aeromecheng setting. The program focuses on new Advanced standing sustainable design and manufacturing Advanced entry may be given on the basis of practices based on the entire life cycle (from significant industry experience and/or relevant cradle to grave) of vehicles. This incorporates postgraduate studies. the design for disposal and recycle, disassembly, life-cycle assessment, alternative Professional recognition fuels and power-trains, and light structures. The award is recognised by the Society of Logistics Engineering (SOLE). Careers The program produces graduates who can contribute as professionals in the rapidly expanding field of logistics management.

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Program structure Academic entrance requirements Program structure

Year one Credit points A bachelor degree in engineering or applied Graduate diploma Credit points science is mandatory. Semester one » Building Quality Organisations 12 » » Automotive Project 1 12 Careers Computer Integrated Manufacturing 12 » Design for Manufacture 12 » Computational Engineering for Graduates will be able to work effectively as » Lean Manufacturing 12 Automotive Applications 12 automotive engineering specialists, leading » Management of Automotive Design » Manufacturing Information and technological innovation in cross-disciplinary Distribution Systems 12 and Development 12 teams. They will be able to work effectively » » Manufacturing Strategy and Planning 12 Management of Automotive within, and between, geographically and Manufacturing 12 Select two elective courses culturally diverse settings with a broad Semester two » Industrial Systems and Environment 12 understanding of the complex automotive » » Automotive Project 2 12 Planning and Control 12 supply chain and logistics involved. » » Automotive Materials 12 Quality Systems 12 » Research Investigation and Analysis 12 » Automotive Systems and Control 12 Manufacturing » Elective 12 Master GD001 Graduate Diploma in Year two Manufacturing Stage one » Automotive Research Project 24 CRICOS code: 061670A (equivalent to two semesters full-time) » Electives 24 Duration: 1 year » Building Quality Organisations 12 » Electives MC001 Master of Engineering Computer Integrated Manufacturing 12 » Design for Manufacture 12 Program electives may include: (Manufacturing) CRICOS code: 017512C » Lean Manufacturing 12 » Advanced CAE for Automotive » Manufacturing Information and Applications 12 Duration: 1.5 years Distribution Systems 12 » Automotive Electronics 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc001 » Manufacturing Strategy and Planning 12 » International Industry Experience 2 City campus » Research Investigation and Analysis 12 (available year two only) 24 The environment of manufacturing companies Select one elective course » Vehicle Noise Vibration Harshness 12 is undergoing dramatic change worldwide. » Intelligent Materials and Processes 12 » Vehicle Power-Train Technologies 12 New technology, customer expectations, » Industrial Systems and Environment 12 and global competition have combined to Other School of Aerospace, Mechanical » Planning and Control 12 force new approaches to automation, factory and Manufacturing Engineering electives » Quality Systems 12 » design and manufacturing systems. As the Engineering Management 12 Exit point for graduate diploma » Integrated Logistics Management 12 pace of change accelerates, it brings the » Manufacturing 12 need for trained professionals versed in new Stage two » Quality Management 12 technologies and modes of manufacturing (equivalent to one semester full-time) » » Systems Engineering 12 to apply them strategically in industry. While Enterprise Modelling 12 » » Sustainable Energy 12 manufacturing companies use computerised Maintenance and Reliability 12 information systems, the need to achieve » Manufacturing Research Project 12 Teaching methods true systems integration requires adoption of » Automotive Materials 12 Teaching consists of problem-based learning whole enterprise modelling approaches. Teaching methods and project-based learning modules. You will As production machines and processes are Teaching consists of a mix of master classes have access to visiting staff from overseas increasingly under computer/microprocessor and workshops, online support and interactive industry and universities. control, there is a need for more sophisticated project teams using a variety of tools. The program provides the opportunity approaches to maintenance management. for work placement, incorporating The programs aim to provide you with the Academic entrance requirements knowledge and skills to lead the introduction research experience at leading automotive A recognised bachelor degree in engineering, of change, adoption of new technologies and companies worldwide. science or a related discipline. implementation of new operating practices in Assessment manufacturing businesses. Careers Assessment is ongoing throughout the The Master of Engineering (Manufacturing) The program is aimed at professionals in semester and may include individual and program is structured in two stages. If you supervisory or middle management levels in group presentations, individual and group enrol in the master program, you may exit the global manufacturing industry. Graduates projects, laboratory experiments, minor with a Graduate Diploma in Manufacturing at from the program will develop the potential thesis, exams, reflective journals, case the end of stage one. to take a leading role in management and studies, assignment reports, posters, technology development in their organisations. written tests, and critical analysis. It is envisaged that the future career path of Master of Engineering (Manufacturing) graduates will lead to the level of technical director or operations director, or to technical systems consultant.

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Microelectronic engineering List one Program structure » Analog and Mixed Signal Design 12 GD122 Graduate Diploma in Year one Credit points » Digital System Design 12 Microelectronics Engineering » Select 48 credit points from list one 48 » Electronic Devices; Physics, Design CRICOS code: 051118G » and Simulation 12 Select 48 credit points from list one or Duration: 1 year any approved elective (only courses not » Electronic Materials 12 previously studied) 48 MC126 Master of Engineering » Embedded System Design 12 (Microelectronic Engineering) » Emerging Topics in IC Design 12 Year two CRICOS code: 039492J » Introduction to Microsystems Technology 12 » Duration: 1.5 years Research Project 48 » Introduction to Semiconductor www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc126 or Device Fabrication 12 Select 48 credit points from list one » City campus Project Management and (only courses not previously studied) Entrepreneurship 12 The microelectronics engineer today is faced List one with many challenges brought about by the » Reliability and Testability in IC Design 12 » Advanced Network Engineering 12 rapid advances in computer, multimedia » RF and Mixed Signal Design 12 » Digital Access Systems 12 and telecommunication technology. The Teaching methods » Internet Communication Engineering 12 Master of Engineering (Microelectronic Teaching consists of a mix of postgraduate » Network Design and Switching 12 Engineering) addresses all relevant classes, workshops, online support and » Network Engineering 12 aspects of this technology, from high-level interactive projects. » Network Infrastructure 12 specification of microelectronic systems, » Network Management and Security 12 through implementation alternatives, to Academic entrance requirements » Network Planning and Performance 12 design, analysis, fabrication and realisation Applicants should have: » Network Software Engineering 12 of integrated circuits. The program aims » a recognised bachelor degree in electrical, » Network Design and Performance 12 to educate engineers with the necessary electronic, communication or computer » Mobile and Personal Communication skills and practical knowledge and engineering, or Systems Engineering 12 experience to satisfy the requirements of the » Project Preparation, Planning and microelectronics industry. » a combination of academic qualifications Problem Solving 12 An important feature of the program is the and work experience equivalent to the Teaching methods opportunity it provides for you to design above requirements. your own integrated circuits which generally Teaching consists of a mix of classes and occurs in a team environment. Network engineering workshops, online support and interactive project teams using a variety of tools. With strong industry backing, these are the GC135 Graduate Certificate in first programs of their kind to be offered Network Engineering Academic entrance requirements in Australia. Microelectronic engineering CRICOS code: 061176D Applicants should have: postgraduate students will: Duration: 0.5 year » a recognised bachelor degree in electrical, » have access to cutting-edge design GD166 Graduate Diploma in network, communication or computer tools currently used by the industry Network Engineering engineering; or » have the chance to work on real CRICOS code: 061178B » industry projects Duration: 1 year a combination of academic qualifications and work experience equivalent to the » gain the skills that industry demands MC165 Master of Engineering (Network Engineering) above requirements. » increase their chances of finding CRICOS code: 061179A Pathways employment in the growing Duration: 1.5 years microelectronics industry worldwide. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc165 Advanced standing can be granted for applicants with an appropriate Program structure City campus postgraduate diploma or other relevant Year one Credit points The network engineering programs are graduate qualification. This will be » EDA Tools and Design 12 aimed at science or engineering graduates considered on an individual basis. » HDL and High Level Synthesis 12 in electronic, communication, computer or » Integrated Circuit Design 12 electrical disciplines who wish to acquire specialised knowledge of advancements in » Select 60 credit points from list one 60 the field of network engineering. Particular Year two attention is paid to the professional » Major Project 48 development of students in terms of technical, or personal and business skills. As a result, Select 48 credit points from list one graduates are well equipped for leadership (only courses not previously studied) roles in business and industry. Qualified technologists with relevant industrial experience are encouraged to apply.

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Professional recognition Program structure Professional recognition

The network engineering programs are highly Year one Credit points Graduates will be eligible for membership regarded by industry. Students have the » Decision Analysis 12 of The Australian Statistical Society and opportunity to achieve industry qualifications » Statistical Methods 12 The Australian Society of Operations and further professional recognition. Select 48 credit points Research. Careers » Accounting for Business Decisions 12 Careers » Business Solutions Using Graduates will have extensive knowledge The programs have a student-focused Spreadsheet Models 12 and skills in network technologies. They will approach encouraging high skill levels in » Buyer Behaviour 12 have further developed effective oral and the use of contemporary statistical software » Financial Econometrics 12 written communication skills, teamwork skills, accompanied by an in-depth understanding » Introduction to Financial and business and management skills. Graduates of the statistical processes involved and Management Accounting 12 are well prepared for career advancement how these processes impact in a variety of » Investment Evaluation Techniques and qualified for leadership roles in the for Real Estate 12 business environments. network industry. » Logistics Resources Strategy 12 Graduates of the programs are highly In the private sector, graduates may work » Management Practice A 12 sought and are equipped to work in a in the design, manufacture and supply of » Management Practice B 12 variety of business, commercial and network products, systems and services. » Managerial Finance 12 governmental enterprises. Their roles may range from technical experts, » Marketing Research and Forecasting 12 technical or business managers, to executive » Principles of Logistics 12 Statistics and operations research officers. Graduates may establish their own » The Global Network 12 GD120 Graduate Diploma in Statistics business. In the public sector, they provide » Valuation Techniques and Property and Operations Research the community with essential services Analysis 12 CRICOS code: 015629F in areas such as telecommunications, Select 24 credit points Duration: 1 year transportation, security, defence, health, » Game Theory and its Applications 12 MC004 Master of Applied Science emergency services and the environment. » Methods and Models of Operations (Statistics and Operations Graduates may also undertake further studies Research 12 Research) in research and development. » Regression Models in Econometrics 12 CRICOS code: 001534F » Forecasting 12 Duration: 2 years » Statistics (business) Probability and Optimization Models www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc004 in Finance 12 GD111 Graduate Diploma in » Statistics for Quality and Productivity City campus Statistics (Business) in Industry 12 The statistics and operations research CRICOS code: 038973M Duration: 1 year Year two programs are designed for students who want to further their knowledge of statistical » Consulting courses 24 MC122 Master of Statistics (Business) methodology. They provide a theoretical » CRICOS code: 038979E Minor Thesis 24 foundation combined with practical Duration: 1.5 years Additional costs applications of current techniques employed www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc122 This program may incur extra costs for items by practising engineers, scientists and other City campus such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, professionals in industry, research, teaching The statistics (business) programs put special equipment and materials. and business. The master aims to provide opportunities for you to further your into context statistical concepts for the www.rmit.edu.au/mathsgeo/contacts business world. The degrees are offered understanding in the modelling of physical, jointly by specialists from RMIT Business Academic entrance requirements biological and economic phenomena, and specialist statisticians from RMIT’s Entry to the programs requires the successful ensuring you are able to contribute to applied School of Mathematics and Geospatial completion of a bachelor degree with a research and development in industry, Sciences. The programs are offered component in a numerate discipline. For commerce and research. through a combination of lectures, tutorials example, graduates of business, or diverse You will have the opportunity to take and computer laboratory classes. Classes areas such as psychology and applied courses offered not only by RMIT, but also are held at least twice a week (often in the biology, who have studied statistics in by La Trobe University and Monash University evening) over a two-hour period. Learning contextualised courses may be eligible to under the auspices of the Key Centre of experiences outside formal tuition are meet the entrance requirements. An applicant Statistical Sciences. enhanced by assignments and projects without the necessary formal background creating a high level of flexibility in both but who has a substantial knowledge of the learning approach and modes of business or industrial practices through their assessment. For example, because of the work experiences may also be admitted. business focus of the degrees, in some project work students will independently use the internet to engage with the history and philosophy of management science and the globalisation of the current business environment.

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Program structure Careers » researching, developing, demonstrating, commercialising, designing and evaluating Graduate diploma Credit points The programs have a student-focused innovative solar, wind, biomass, hydrogen » approach aimed at developing skill levels in Select 96 credit points from list one 96 and other sustainable energy supply, the use of statistics and operations research Additional courses to be completed storage and utilisation technologies for the master in solving real problems in industry, research and the business environments. This is » implementing environmental management » Consulting Courses 24 achieved with the use of contemporary systems and obtaining ISO14001 » Minor Thesis 24 statistical software accompanied by an certification, devising innovative » Select 48 credit points from list one 48 in-depth understanding of the statistical sustainable solutions to current problems List one processes involved and how these processes associated with adverse environmental » Analysis of Categorical Data 12 impact in a variety of environments. Graduates and social impacts linked to energy » Analysis of Failure and Survival Data 12 of the programs are highly sought and are supply, distribution and consumption, » Analysis of Medical Data 12 equipped to work in a variety of scientific, maintaining and optimising the » Baysesian Statistics 12 commercial and governmental enterprises. performance of installed sustainable » Bioinformatics 12 energy technologies and systems » Computing Methods in Statistics 12 Sustainable energy » managing consultative processes with » Design and Analysis of Experiments 12 social groups impacted by energy-related » Exploratory Data Analysis 12 GC115 Graduate Certificate in projects and developments. » Forecasting 12 Sustainable Energy CRICOS code: 053361C The program can be tailored to meet » Game Theory and its Applications 12 individual needs. Case study topics in a » Duration: 0.5 year Introduction to Computer Packages 12 range of courses can be selected to suit » GD149 Graduate Diploma in Mathematics of Option Pricing 12 your personal interests, as can the research » Sustainable Energy Methods and Models of Operations project. You will be encouraged to select Research 12 CRICOS code: 053362B a topic for your major research project » Multivariate Analysis 12 Duration: 1 year undertaken in the final stage of the program » Probability and Optimisation Model MC149 Master of Engineering that is of personal interest to you and in Finance 12 (Sustainable Energy) (where relevant) to your employing firm. » Probability for Inference 12 CRICOS code: 053363A This ensures the work undertaken is » Queueing Theory and Applications 12 Duration: 1.5 years founded upon a strong personal motivation » Regression Analysis 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc149 and has practical relevance. The research » Regression Models in Econometrics 12 City campus project will be undertaken individually, but » Sequential Analysis 12 The sustainable energy programs provide a there will be an opportunity for you to work » Statistical Inference 12 pathway for engineers and scientists, or those collectively in small groups to assist in » Statistical Methods 12 with an alternative acceptable qualification research design and obtain regular » Statistics for Quality and Productivity and significant experience in industry, to gain constructive feedback from peers. in Industry 12 a qualification in the burgeoning specialist » Stochastic Processes and Applications 12 Program structure area of sustainable energy. Sustainable » Theory of Statistics 12 energy embraces technologies and Year one Credit points » Time Series Analysis 12 practices to improve efficiency and reduce » The Economic, Social and Environmental Additional costs adverse environmental and social impacts Context for Sustainable Energy 12 This program may incur extra costs for items of conventional energy sources, and to use » Sustainable Energy Systems and Design 12 such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, alternative renewable energy sources. » Energy Efficiency and Demand special equipment and materials. With increasing concern about climate Management 12 » Sustainable Energy Technologies I 12 www.rmit.edu.au/mathsgeo/contacts change, energy security, rising and fluctuating energy prices, and pollution associated » Sustainable Energy Technologies II 12 Academic entrance requirements with energy production and consumption, Select three courses A bachelor degree of at least three years’ managing the transition towards a more » Building Quality Organisations 12 study (post-Year 12) with a credit in a first sustainable energy sector has become a » International Engineering Management 12 year mathematics course or equivalent. priority for governments, the private sector » Industrial Systems and Environment 12 and the general community. As a result, » Management of Technology 12 Professional recognition there is a rapidly growing demand for » Performance Management Foundations 12 On completion, you are eligible to become engineers and scientists with a postgraduate » Risk Management and Feasibility 12 a member of the following organisations: specialisation in sustainable energy in » Engineering Economic Strategy 12 » Australian Statistical Society Australia and internationally. » Environmental Policy 12 » » Australian Society for Operations Graduates will be able to take a lead role Natural Resource Management 12 » Research in their organisations in, for example: City Building and Urban Design Process 12 » » American Statistical Association developing and implementing plans to improve energy efficiency and productivity, to cut fuel bills and reduce greenhouse gas and other pollution emissions in order to meet regulatory and other requirements

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Year two Careers Capabilities » Developing and Evaluating Proposals The program is aimed at graduate engineers Consistent with RMIT University’s approach, for Sustainable Energy Systems 12 and scientists working in industry, government, the Master of Sustainable Practice program Select 24 credit points and nongovernmental organisations, as well develops capabilities to enable more » Sustainable Energy Design Project I 12 as recent graduates and practitioners in the sustainable practice by: » Sustainable Energy Design Project II 12 emerging sustainable energy industry, who are » communicating coherently across » Sustainable Energy Design Project 24 seeking to gain a postgraduate qualification in disciplines and with the broader Select 12 credit points this important new area of expertise. community » Building Quality Organisations 12 » identifying and defining sustainability » International Engineering Management 12 Sustainable practice problems » Industrial Systems and Environment 12 » » Management of Technology 12 MC153 Master of Sustainable Practice researching CRICOS Code: 071305F » Performance Management Foundations 12 » developing proposals Duration: 1.5 yrs » Risk Management and Feasibility 12 » www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc153 leading, managing and participating » Engineering Economic Strategy 12 effectively in change processes » Environmental Policy 12 City campus » evaluating activities undertaken for » Natural Resource Management 12 These programs bring together people efficacy and » City Building and Urban Design Process 12 with similar questions to work together to » being aware of self, others and Teaching methods explore issues of sustainability. Problems are articulated as projects. By working together processes used. Teaching consists of a mix of master on similar projects—for example, in the areas Program structure classes and workshops, online support of water usage, energy, food, liveable cities, The master program consists of 144 credit and interactive project teams using a waste management, climate management or points. The following is an example of some of variety of tools. risk management—the programs explore the the courses offered. complexities of sustainability problems with Additional costs » people who have similar interests but come Sustainability body of practice 1 12 This program may incur extra costs for » from a range of discipline backgrounds, and Sustainability project 1 12 items such as textbooks, program notes, » provide opportunity for action learning in each Sustainability body of practice 2 12 field trips, special equipment and materials. » student’s work or personal context. Sustainability project 2 12 » Sustainability body of practice 3 12 www.rmit.edu.au/aeromecheng The programs extend students’ views of » Sustainability project 3 12 Academic entrance requirements sustainability and sustainable practice by: » Sustainability project 4 12 » Direct entry to the Master of Engineering exploring individual’s views of » Exegesis 12 (Sustainable Energy) or Graduate Diploma sustainability, what it means for them, Teaching Methods in Sustainable Energy normally requires a what it might mean for their employer and relevant undergraduate degree. Advanced their project, and encouraging students Class sessions vary but are usually conducted standing may be given on the basis of into action around change over four single days for each individual course significant industry experience and/or » recognising the Long Now1*: that the during the semester. relevant postgraduate studies. Entry to the precise moment individuals are in, grows A typical day session may generally consist graduate certificate may be considered for out of the past and is a seed for the future of a morning session delivered by a facilitator those who lack the academic qualifications » recognising that as humans we can create who is an expert in a particular field of but have significant work and professional realities by first imagining them sustainability. Frequently the afternoon experience. Successful completion of the session is where students discuss their » recognising that being here includes more graduate certificate may qualify a student individual project work with the supervisor than work and home; that the Big Here1* to proceed to the graduate diploma, and and class and receive feedback and could be the wider local community, successful completion of the graduate suggestions. Students have the opportunity Australia and the world diploma may qualify a student to proceed to discuss each others’ projects. Part of the to the Master of Engineering. » developing sustainable practice as a workshop sessions will involve students process of continual change based on discussing with the class their plans for their reflective practice. project work, and then there will be follow up *Ideas developed from Brian Eno’s The Big Here communal sessions on project progress. and Long Now. The Master of Sustainable Practice (MSP) aims to cultivate skills and capabilities needed for sustainable practice in a student cohort with a diverse range of backgrounds. Courses are delivered using a project- based approach, where you source the project concept or problem from your own experiences, perhaps from the workplace or industry, or it may be a topic of personal interest in an area that you are considering to engage in the workplace.

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Assessment The primary objective is to develop your Additional costs The usual case is that there is no exam ability to anticipate, recognise and solve This program may incur extra costs for items for the sustainability core courses. problems; optimise human capabilities such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, and performance; effectively use and You are assessed on the project work or special equipment and materials. allocate resources; and apply systems report developed over the semester. You www.rmit.edu.au/aeromecheng theory in management or product are given ample time to develop your project development situations. Academic entrance requirements work with input from the supervisor during the semester. You also discuss your ideas with The core courses are designed to provide Direct entry to the Master of Engineering other students, and this also assists in the knowledge about the theories and principles (Systems Engineering) or Graduate Diploma development of your project work. of systems and a basic set of tools for in Systems Engineering normally requires any managerial analysis and decision-making. bachelor degree or equivalent. Entry to the Academic entrance requirements You also undertake a systems research graduate certificate may be considered for An appropriate first degree and at least three project. Emphasis must be on specific those who lack the academic qualifications, years of relevant professional or additional applications to real situations. The programs but have significant work and professional academic experience. have run for more than 30 years and have experience. Successful completion of the an international reputation for high-quality graduate certificate may qualify you to Special admissions teaching and research activities. proceed to the Graduate Diploma in Systems Applicants not possessing the recognised Engineering and Master of Engineering Program structure academic qualifications may be considered for (Systems Engineering). entry if they produce evidence or experience Graduate certificate Credit points Advanced standing that satisfies the relevant program leader and » Case Studies 1: Project Planning head of school that applicants have developed and Infrastructure Management 12 Advanced entry may be given on the basis of a knowledge of the field of study sufficient to » Introduction to Systems Engineering 12 significant industry experience and/or relevant undertake the program. » Project Management 12 postgraduate studies. » Career Systems Engineering Methodology 12 Professional recognition Additional courses to be completed The graduate certificate program is recognised Graduates will be able to lead change in for the graduate diploma sustainability issues within an organisation, by the International Council of Systems » Case Studies 2: Product and as they will have an expanded view of Engineering, and the Systems Engineering Process Re-Engineering 12 sustainability and how this can be practiced, Society of Australia. » Systems Simulation and Characterisation 12 through their projects, case studies and critical Select 24 credit points Careers evaluation of their experience in this area. » Enterprise Modelling 12 The programs are intended for engineers » Leadership and Change Management 12 Systems engineering and scientists who wish to broaden their » Research Investigation Analysis 12 career prospects by successful application GC027 Graduate Certificate in » Risk and Technology Decisions 12 of systems thinking and processes to Systems Engineering » Systems Engineering Design Tools 12 resolve engineering, technology and CRICOS code: 029764F Additional courses to be completed resource problems. Duration: 0.5 year for the master GD043 Graduate Diploma in Select 48 credit points Systems Engineering » Systems Research Project 48 CRICOS code: 029323J » Systems Research Project 1 24 Duration: 1 year » Systems Research Project 2 24 MC046 Master of Engineering Assessment (Systems Engineering) CRICOS code: 002726A Assessment is primarily based upon written Duration: 1.5 years assignments that test the knowledge and www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc046 application of key issues (e.g., problem definition, requirement specification, City campus function allocation, life-cycle costing, project These programs provide students with support and logistics, risk mitigation, and greater technological understanding and control management). improved management skills essential to Assessment is ongoing throughout the resolving engineering, technological and semester and may include examinations, organisational issues in the complex systems essays/reports, oral class presentations, found in business and industry. group projects, research projects, laboratory The programs stress management theory projects and practical assignments. and decision-making in large, complex organisations with emphasis on human– technology interaction. As a result, graduates understand an entire system, how it functions, and what affects its operation.

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Telecommunication engineering » Project Preparation, Planning and Problem Solving 12 GC024 Graduate Certificate in » Radar Systems 12 Telecommunication Engineering » Satellite Communication Systems CRICOS code: 018596G Engineering 12 Duration: 0.5 year Additional costs GD040 Graduate Diploma in Telecommunication Engineering This program may incur extra costs for items CRICOS code: 018595J such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, Duration: 1 year special equipment and materials. MC042 Master of Engineering www.rmit.edu.au/eleceng (Telecommunication Engineering) Academic entrance requirements CRICOS code: 018597G Duration: 1.5 years Applicants should have: www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc042 » a recognised bachelor degree in electrical, City campus electronic, communication or computer engineering; or The telecommunication industry is one of » the fastest growing industries in the world a combination of academic qualifications today. As an essential part of information and work experience equivalent to the technology, it offers great professional and above requirements. business opportunities. Advanced standing Postgraduate programs in telecommunication Advanced standing can be granted engineering are aimed at graduates wishing to: for applicants with an appropriate » develop expertise in the analysis, postgraduate diploma or other relevant design, implementation and operation graduate qualification. This will be of telecommunication devices, systems considered on an individual basis. and networks Professional recognition » improve oral and written communication skills, teamwork skills, business and This postgraduate study program management skills enables you to enhance your professional » advance their careers in the performance and to advance your career telecommunication industry. and leadership roles in the telecommunication industry. It is not a requirement for Program structure membership of Engineers Australia.

Year one Credit points Careers » Select 48 credit points from the Rapid developments in the global course list 48 telecommunication industry present » Select 48 credit points from the exciting career opportunities for graduates course list or any approved elective of these programs. (only courses not previously studied) 48 Graduates will have acquired leading-edge Year two knowledge and skills in telecommunication » Research Project 48 technologies. They will have further developed or effective oral and written communication skills, » Select 48 credit points from the course teamwork skills, business and management list (only courses not previously studied) 48 skills. This ensures they are well prepared for Course list career advancement and leadership roles in » Advanced Network Engineering 12 the telecommunication industry. » Antennas for Mobile and Satellite Graduates may work in the design, Communications 12 manufacture and supply of telecommunication » Data and Internet Transmission devices, systems, networks and services. Systems 12 Their roles range from technical experts, » Digital Signal Processing 12 technical or business managers to executive » Microwave Circuits 12 officers. Graduates may also work in Research » Mobile and Personal Communication and Development units in industry, business, Systems Engineering 12 and universities. Some may establish their » Network Engineering 12 own businesses operating in the local and » Network Design and Performance 12 international telecommunication market. » Optical Fibre Communication Systems 12 » Optical Fibre Technology 12

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Aerospace engineering (Gippsland Lakes Catchment Authority, Applied physics separation science, occupational health and MR037 Master of Engineering – safety). Expertise in molecular modelling MR040 Master of Applied Science – Aerospace/Systems Engineering and chemometrics has found applications Applied Physics CRICOS code: 002727M CRICOS code: 001531J spanning these main research fields. Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years Research graduates are highly employable DR090 Doctor of Philosophy in significant research organisations. DR084 Doctor of Philosophy (Aerospace Engineering) (Applied Physics) CRICOS code: 065822B Academic entrance requirements CRICOS code: 065689B Duration: 4 years Duration: 4 years Research programs www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr090 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr084 There are minimum entry requirements Bundoora campus City campus for master by research and doctoral Research is conducted in a wide range of programs. However, there is strong These programs offer intensive development fields that underpin the design, development competition for some places and preference of specialist knowledge and research and manufacturing of advanced aerospace may be given to applicants with more than ability within a designated field of study. systems. These fields include aerodynamics, the minimum requirements. Current areas of expertise include computer design, propulsion, structures, advanced simulation of atomic and molecular systems; All applicants need to find a supervisor with materials, stability and control, maintenance ion beam and radiation physics in industry similar research interests to themselves and operations, systems engineering, and medicine; optical techniques for and discuss a research project proposal engineering management and logistics. measurement and sensing applications; with them. The research proposal must be Research topics are typically multidisciplinary environmental, industrial and building included in the application. Applicants are and can be industry based. Research projects acoustics; applied and environmental directed to this web site to find a supervisor: may be conducted at the Sir Lawrence geophysics; soft condensed matter physics; www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/supervisors. Wackett Aerospace Centre at Port Melbourne. biophysics and materials science, nano- Master science and technology; applied physics Academic entrance requirements A first degree of RMIT with at least a credit and instrumentation. Master average in the final undergraduate year; or a Academic entrance requirements qualification deemed equivalent by RMIT to A high standard four-year bachelor degree or Research programs a first degree of RMIT with at least a credit equivalent in engineering or related fields. There are minimum entry requirements average in the final undergraduate year; or for master by research and doctoral PhD evidence of experience which satisfies RMIT programs. However, there is strong A bachelor degree with honours or master that the applicant has developed knowledge competition for some places and preference by research or Bachelor of Engineering of the field of study sufficient to undertake the may be given to applicants with more than with relevant research experience. You are proposed program. the minimum requirements. normally required to complete an introductory PhD research methods course at the beginning of All applicants need to find a supervisor with the program. A degree of master by research of RMIT; or similar research interests to themselves a degree of master by coursework at RMIT and discuss a research project proposal Applied chemistry which includes a research program with a with them. The research proposal must be duration of at least one semester full-time; included in the application. Applicants are MR039 Master of Applied Science – or a bachelor degree at RMIT with first class directed to this web site to find a supervisor: Applied Chemistry honours or upper second class honours (or www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/supervisors. CRICOS code: 001532G another award as deemed equivalent); and Master Duration: 2 years such qualifications or experience as RMIT DR083 Doctor of Philosophy considers appropriate. A first degree of RMIT with at least a credit (Applied Chemistry) average in the final undergraduate year; or a CRICOS code: 065688C Professional recognition qualification deemed equivalent by RMIT to Duration: 4 years Completion of the master or PhD programs a first degree of RMIT with at least a credit www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr083 qualifies graduates for membership of the average in the final undergraduate year; or evidence of experience which satisfies RMIT City campus Royal Australian Chemical Institute. that the applicant has developed knowledge The School occupies new, purpose- Careers of the field of study sufficient to undertake the built and well-equipped facilities, and a Graduates completing these programs proposed program. wide range of analytical instrumentation will have gained experience in planning, PhD is available for research, teaching and organising and implementing a research consultancy work. There is a large group of project. They will satisfy the requirements A degree of master by research of RMIT; or research staff and students with success of many employers in the chemical, a degree of master by coursework at RMIT in collaborations, funding and research environmental and related industries who which includes a research program with a publications. Research is carried out in require research and development personnel. duration of at least one semester full-time; modern and dedicated laboratories with Honours and master graduates also satisfy or a bachelor degree at RMIT with first class areas allocated to major research directions: the entry requirements for a research honours or upper second class honours (or materials chemistry (microtechnologies, doctorate (PhD) degree. another award as deemed equivalent); and inorganic, catalysts, organic synthesis, such qualifications or experience as RMIT functional surfaces and polymer science), considers appropriate. and environmental and analytical science

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Professional recognition Civil engineering communication researchers support a range of multidisciplinary research programs These programs are recognised by the MR029 Master of Engineering – Australian Institute of Physics. and industry related projects in integrated Civil Engineering optics, photonic systems, sensors, CRICOS code: 002727M Careers microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and Duration: 2 years Graduates from all postgraduate programs RF technology. DR092 Doctor of Philosophy in the applied physics discipline are strongly (Civil Engineering) Computer and network engineering sought, and all have found appropriate CRICOS code: 065725C employment, usually in an area closely Researchers in network engineering have Duration: 4 years expertise in the areas of telecommunications related to their studies. The range of www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr092 employment opportunities is extremely network design; network traffic management; diverse, covering many different types of City campus network reliability; optimal design of customer positions in government, scientific, industrial Research interests in the civil engineering queueing centres; modelling, performance and medical research laboratories, and also discipline include construction materials, and design of advanced fixed and mobile in management, administration, commerce high-strength high-performance networks; routing and planning of IP networks. and education. concrete, composite structures, design Electrical energy and control engineering and construction techniques, structural The research program is conducted in engineering, structural optimisation, finite Chemical engineering two main fields: electrical power, and element analysis, computational mechanics, control engineering. Researchers in MR025 Master of Engineering – geotechnical and foundation engineering power engineering are skilled in computer Chemical Engineering including pile foundation, infrastructure simulations and analysis of power systems, CRICOS code: 002727M project maintenance and management, roads renewable energy systems, power Duration: 2 years and pavements, water systems engineering electronics, condition monitoring, energy MR026 Master of Applied Science – and water resources and use of building management, electromagnetic interference Chemical Engineering demolition waste in concrete, construction and compatibility, control and protection of CRICOS code: 053513C management and transport engineering. Duration: 2 years power systems, microprocessor applications, Academic entrance requirements micro machines and power quality. DR091 Doctor of Philosophy (Chemical Engineering) A recognised bachelor degree in civil Researchers in control engineering have skills CRICOS code: 065726B engineering, with excellent results. in fundamental research and application- Duration: 4 years oriented research. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr091 Electrical and computer Academic entrance requirements City campus engineering A bachelor degree with first class honours Research programs are conducted in a MR033 Master of Engineering – Electrical or upper second class honours from an wide range of areas relevant to chemical and Computer Engineering Australian university or a recognised engineering. Topics include rheology of CRICOS code: 066338F overseas university. complex fluids and multiphase mixtures, Duration: 2 years flow process and mixer analysis of complex DR093 Doctor of Philosophy (Electrical fluids and multiphase mixtures, waste and Computer Engineering) treatment, process control, biochemical CRICOS code: 065723E engineering, drinking water treatment, Duration: 4 years pyrometallurgy, polymer processing, polymer www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr093 nanocomposites and biodegradation. City campus Academic entrance requirements Biomedical, electronic and communication Successful applicants are normally engineering required to have a recognised chemical engineering or science bachelor degree The research program consists of three with excellent results. main areas: biomedical, electronic and communication engineering. The academic researchers in the biomedical area have specific skills in biomedical signal measurements and processing, electro- physiology, bioeffects of radio frequency (RF) exposure, RF dosimetry; RF safety management; biomolecular modelling and biomolecular electronics, bioelectro magnetism. The electronic engineering focuses on microelectronics and sensory technology which includes development of chemical, physical and biosensors. The

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Environmental engineering Manufacturing systems Mathematics

MR032 Master of Engineering – MR000 Master of Engineering – MR043 Master of Applied Science – Environmental Engineering Manufacturing Systems Mathematics CRICOS code: 002727M CRICOS code: 002727M CRICOS code: 001527E Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years DR096 Doctor of Philosophy DR098 Doctor of Philosophy www.rmit.edu.au/programs/structure/ (Environmental Engineering) (Manufacturing Systems) mr043auscy CRICOS code: 065724D CRICOS code: 065693F DR102 Doctor of Philosophy Duration: 4 years Duration: 4 years (Mathematics) www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr096 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr098 CRICOS code: 065690J City campus Bundoora campus Duration: 4 years www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr102 Research interests in the environmental Master and doctorate by research programs engineering discipline are: land degradation; are conducted in a wide range of areas City campus environmental planning and policy; within the field of advanced manufacturing The mathematical research interests of the composting; waste auditing, management technology and systems. Research areas school cover a wide range of areas including and minimisation; wastewater treatment; include computer integrated manufacturing, environmental modelling, resource modelling, sludge digestion, groundwater resource design for manufacturing, forming and general mathematical modelling, optimisation, management; hydrodynamics and stochastic machining technology, high-speed algebraic coding theory, information security, modelling; eutrophication of waterways; water automation, robotics, laser technology, numerical analysis, computational fluid conservation and recycling, life cycle analysis, polymeric and composite product dynamics, aerodynamics and computational corrosion in sewerage systems, climate development, operations research, and mechanics, singular perturbation techniques, change, sustainable systems, air pollution, quality management in manufacturing. control theory, mathematical programming. transport modelling and simulation, intelligent Academic entrance requirements Academic entrance requirements transport systems, traffic engineering. An honours degree or equivalent. Applicants Academic entrance requirements Master are assessed as potential candidates through A recognised bachelor degree in civil, Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science direct communication with the discipline environmental or chemical engineering or with at least one year’s experience in research coordinator. a related discipline, with excellent results. manufacturing engineering. PhD Master of Engineering (by research), Bachelor of Engineering (honours), Bachelor of Engineering with research experience. You are normally required to complete an introductory research methods course at the beginning of the program.

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Mechanical engineering Statistics and operations research Surveying, geomatics and cartography MR035 Master of Engineering – MR003 Master of Applied Science – Mechanical Engineering Statistics and Operations Research MR044 Master of Applied Science – Land CRICOS code: 002727M CRICOS code: 030993E Information Duration: 2 years Duration: 2 years CRICOS code: 007472M DR099 Doctor of Philosophy DR104 Doctor of Philosophy Duration: 2 years (Mechanical Engineering) (Statistics and Operations www.rmit.edu.au/programs/structure/ CRICOS code: 065697B Research) mr044auscy CRICOS code: 065727A Duration: 4 years DR105 Doctor of Philosophy www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr104 Duration: 4 years (Land Information) www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr104 Bundoora campus CRICOS code: 065691G Duration: 4 years Master and doctoral research programs City campus are aligned with discipline strengths in The research interests of the school cover www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr105 the following main research areas: virtual a wide range of areas in statistics and City campus engineering and design, industrial and vehicle operations research, including survival data The research interests of the school aerodynamics, conservation and renewable analysis, multivariate statistics, exploratory cover a wide range of areas including energy (CARE), computational engineering data analysis, financial mathematics, game surveying, multimedia cartography, (including CAD, FEA, CFD), applied heat theory, fuzzy sets, mathematical modelling satellite positioning, land and geographic and mass transfer, vehicle design and and simulation of real systems, time series, information systems (LIS/GIS), crashworthiness, engine and supercharger sequential analysis, software reliability, photogrammetry, remote sensing, technologies, sports engineering, dynamics, statistical quality control, stochastic modelling. sustainable development and resource vibration and control. These research areas Academic entrance requirements management. particularly focus on the automotive and biomedical industry (including the sports An honours degree in statistics, Academic entrance requirements equipment industry). operations research or mathematics or its equivalent. Applicants with a three- Master Academic entrance requirements year undergraduate bachelor degree Undergraduate degree in a suitable discipline. (in statistics or operations research) with Master PhD higher grading will also be considered. Good honours degree in engineering An honours degree or equivalent is required. Professional recognition or science (first class or upper second Applicants are assessed as potential class honours). On completion, graduates are eligible candidates through direct communication PhD to become members in the following with the discipline research coordinator. professional organisations: Good honours degree in engineering Professional recognition » Australian Statistical Society or science (usually first class honours). On completion, graduates are eligible » Australian Society of Operations Research It is important that research students are to become members in the following self-motivated since there is generally » American Statistical Society. professional organisations: minimal program content and the students » Mapping Sciences Institute Australia will be working in a high level, industrially- » relevant environment. You are normally Surveying and Spatial Science Institute. required to complete an introductory research methods course at the beginning of the program.

79 Food science and technology Teaching methods Sciences — GC127 Graduate Certificate in The coursework courses are presented using Biotechnology (Food Science a variety of learning methods including formal Applied, Health and Technology) lectures, flexible learning activities, review CRICOS code: 055289A of current literature, oral presentations and Duration: 0.5 year and Medical laboratory classes. Material is available on GD157 Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology course web sites for students to review at (Food Science and Technology) any time. Some courses may be taught CRICOS code: 055290G at the Bundoora campus. Duration: 1 year Academic entrance requirements MC157 Master of Biotechnology (Food Science and Technology) A degree in applied science, agriculture, CRICOS code: 055291G science, food science or another appropriate Duration: 2 years undergraduate degree such as chemical City campus engineering, medicine or veterinary medicine. Biotechnology This program is presented by RMIT science The microbiology and food science and GC093 Graduate Certificate staff and by research staff from various technology streams require microbiology in Biotechnology external institutions. and biochemistry or biotechnology to at CRICOS code: 045504D You can undertake the main Master of least second-year undergraduate level. Duration: 0.5 year Biotechnology program, or you can decide A microbiology major is preferred for the GD101 Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology to specialise in one of the following streams: clinical and food microbiology streams. CRICOS code: 045508M » Clinical Microbiology The environmental stream requires biology Duration: 1 year and chemistry (or biochemistry) to at least » Environmental and Agricultural second-year level. An ecology/aquatic science MC111 Master of Biotechnology Biotechnology CRICOS code: 045512D major is preferred. The plant biotechnology » Duration: 2 years Food Microbiology area requires plant science (physiology) and www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc111 » Food Science and Technology. genetics to a second-year level. A major High-achieving students have the opportunity in genetics or biotechnology is preferred. Streams: to do either one semester of full-time research Advanced standing Clinical microbiology or work experience in year two of the Master Relevant work experience at an appropriate GC124 Graduate Certificate of Biotechnology. in Biotechnology level and duration is recognised as an (Clinical Microbiology) Program structure equivalent to one full-time semester. CRICOS code: 045505C Applications for recognition of work experience Master Credit points Duration: 0.5 year are assessed on an individual basis. » Applied Biochemical Methods 12 GD154 Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology » Bacterial Infections 24 Professional recognition (Clinical Microbiology) » Bioinformatics 12 CRICOS code: 045509K Depending on the courses chosen, » Ecology 12 Duration: 1 year graduates of this program are eligible to » Ecotoxicology 12 apply for membership of one or more MC154 Master of Biotechnology » Environmental Microbiology 24 of the following professional societies: (Clinical Microbiology) » Fermentation Technology 24 Australian Society for Microbiology, Australian CRICOS code: 045513C » Food Microbiology 24 Duration: 2 years Society for Biochemistry and Molecular » Food Safety Plans 24 Biology, American Society for Microbiology, Environmental and » Gene Technologies 12 Australasian Plant Pathology Society, British agricultural biotechnology » Immunology 12 Mycological Society, Australian Institute of MC155 Master of Biotechnology » Industrial Microbiology 12 Biology, International Society for Human (Environmental and » Medical Microbiology 12 and Animal Mycology, The Society for Agricultural Biotechnology) » Medical Mycology 24 Ecotoxicology and Chemistry, The Asian CRICOS code: 045514B » Medical Parasitology 12 Fisheries Society, The World Aquaculture Duration: 2 years » Microbial Evaluation of Food 24 Society, The Zoological Society of London, » Food microbiology Molecular Biology 12 The Australasian Society for Ecotoxicology, » Molecular Cell Biology 12 The Australian Society for Limnology. GC126 Graduate Certificate in » Molecular Plant Breeding 24 Biotechnology (Food Microbiology) Careers » Parasitology 24 CRICOS code: 045507A » Pathogenesis of Enteric Infections 24 Graduates from this program are Duration: 0.5 year » Plant Cell and Tissue Culture 24 employed in private industry (e.g., vaccine GD156 Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology » Veterinary Virology 12 production), medical research institutes, (Food Microbiology) » Viral Infections 24 universities and hospitals as research staff CRICOS code: 045511E » Work Experience Practicum 2 48 or in diagnostic microbiology. Duration: 1 year MC156 Master of Biotechnology (Food Microbiology) CRICOS code: 045515A Duration: 2 years

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Biotechnology and business Select a minimum of 36 credit points Clinical chiropractic and a maximum of 60 credit points GC074 Graduate Certificate in » Business and Economic Analysis 12 MC143 Master of Clinical Chiropractic Biotechnology and Business CRICOS code: 050401B » Finance and Accounting for Business CRICOS code: 040967B Decisions 12 Duration: 2 years Duration: 0.5 year » Global Business Context 12 www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc143 GD129 Graduate Diploma in » Leadership and Management 12 Bundoora campus Biotechnology and Business » Managing People, Relationships The Master of Clinical Chiropractic is CRICOS code: 040970G and Performance 12 designed for applicants articulating Duration: 1 year » Marketing Management 12 from the Bachelor of Health Science » MC129 Master of Biotechnology An approved MBA elective 12 (Chiropractic). It provides professional and Business Teaching methods qualification as a chiropractor, allowing CRICOS code: 040972E application for registration. Duration: 1.5 years Courses are presented as formal lectures, www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc129 seminars and workshops with online support. The master delivers high-level assessment and psychomotor skills integrating diagnosis City campus Academic entrance requirements and management with the clinical sciences. This program prepares you to operate An undergraduate degree in science, You provide supervised patient care in the professionally at the interfaces of the engineering or computing science or a University’s teaching clinics and in external scientific, government and commercial related degree. Applicants must have clinics approved for mentored practice- sectors of the biotechnology industry. a minimum of three years full-time work integrated learning. The program is presented by academic and experience in a related field after graduation. Program structure research staff from across RMIT’s science, Pathways engineering and business disciplines and Year one Credit points by experts from major biotechnology Graduates may proceed to research » Chiropractic Clinical Practicum 1 12 organisations and service providers in degrees in biotechnology or business. » Chiropractic Clinical Practicum 2 12 Australia. A high level of research and Careers » Clinical Chiropractic 1 12 industry participation keeps the program » Diagnosis and Management 1 12 responsive to the rapidly developing Graduates would be suitably prepared for » Diagnosis and Management 2 12 technology and business environments careers in the public and private sectors of the » Diagnostic Imaging 1 12 and to changing needs in the global biotechnology industry where multidisciplinary » Integrated Clinical Sciences 1 12 abilities would facilitate working at the biotechnology industry. » Integrated Clinical Sciences 2 12 interfaces of technology, the regulatory Program structure environment, government and business. Year two Master Credit points The destination of graduates is likely to be » Chiropractic Clinical Practicum 3 12 middle-sized and large-mature companies » Select a minimum of 24 credit points Chiropractic Clinical Practicum 4 12 » and a maximum of 60 credit points and organisations. With more experience Clinical Chiropractic 2 12 graduates would be particularly valuable in » » Advanced Immunology 12 Clinical Chiropractic 3 12 small, specialist, research and development » » Bioinformatics 12 Diagnosis and Management 3 12 intensive, early-stage biotechnology » » Biopharmaceuticals 12 Diagnostic Imaging 2 12 companies that have a high requirement for » » Bioprocessing 12 Integrated Clinical Sciences 3 12 expert scientific staff with business literacy. » » Cell Technologies 12 Research and Scholarship Folio 12 They would also be effective in government, » Computational Biology 12 regulatory and research organisations » Diagnostics and Biotherapies 12 that work at the interface of science and » Gene Technologies 12 technology and the marketplace. Graduates » Protein Technologies 12 would also be equipped with a basis for self- Select a minimum of 24 credit points employment and entrepreneurial activities. » Biotechnology: Business Research Project 12 » Biotechnology: Project Management 12 Student profile » Biotechnology: Regulation and Business Law 12 Lulu Guo, China » Biotechnology: Resource and Master of Biotechnology (Clinical Microbiology) Financial Management 12 » Management of Intellectual Assets 12 ‘I really enjoyed my studies at RMIT. Subjects I chose to study included applied microbiology, medical microbiology and gene technology. Towards the end of my program I did work experience at Melbourne Pathology. ‘In my three months of work experience at Melbourne Pathology, I learnt a lot. I was able to observe the plates and practice my processing skills. I also met a lot of nice staff who were willing to teach me all that they know, including identifying pathogenesis bacteria. ‘When I first started my studies at RMIT University, like a lot of international students, I was concerned about the level of my English language skills. However I found the RMIT staff and my fellow classmates to be very encouraging. Their faith in me gave me the courage to face my difficulties head-on. Now I have a job in Melbourne Pathology and I am very happy.’

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Work experience Additional costs Food science and technology

In the master program you are required This program may incur extra costs for GC081 Graduate Certificate in to complete an extensive clinical practicum items such as textbooks, program notes, Food Science and Technology which runs through each of the four field trips, special equipment and materials. CRICOS code: 043047G semesters. This is conducted in the teaching www.rmit.edu.au/healthsciences Duration: 0.5 year clinics which include charity clinics providing Academic entrance requirements GD132 Graduate Diploma in chiropractic care to disadvantaged patients. Food Science and Technology In the final semester you may seek to Successful completion of the Bachelor of CRICOS code: 043048F complete your clinical practicum through Health Science (Chiropractic) or equivalent. Duration: 1 year placement in an external clinic approved Applicants need to have an interest in MC133 Master of Applied Science by the University. people and a commitment to primary (Food Science and Technology) Subject to the Health Professions health care. Strong verbal and written CRICOS code: 043049E Registration Act (Victoria), students communication skills coupled with a Duration: 1.5 years entering clinical courses (subjects) in the good academic record are essential. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc133 chiropractic program are required to seek Pathways City campus student registration with the Chiropractors’ Registration Board of Victoria. This process Graduates are eligible to apply for a These programs have been designed to may require you to undergo a Police Check. master by research degree and/or PhD. provide professional training in food science and technology for graduates of food science In cases where the Registration Board Professional recognition declines your registration, you will not and graduates in science, engineering, be permitted to enrol in clinic courses Upon graduation you will be eligible to agriculture and related disciplines. (subjects) and will be unable to complete apply for registration with the Chiropractic Graduates will acquire skills and knowledge the requirements of the program. Board of Australia. Applicants should note of food processing, food preservation and that the Chiropractic Board of Australia the general properties of food materials, Teaching methods has determined that all applicants for ensuring they are equipped for a wide range Classes are taught in a combination of lecture, registration must be able to demonstrate of technical positions within the food industry. seminar, tutorial, workshop, practical and English language skills at IELTS Academic Graduates are able to recognise potential laboratory sessions. All courses have strong Level 7 or the equivalent within the two years hazards in the processing of food and will be online support. The Research and Scholarship preceding registration. For further details: able to apply this knowledge to eliminate or Portfolio is an innovative way of helping you www.chiropracticboard.gov.au/ reduce hazards, and ensure the safety of the to learn and apply critical thinking through all Registration-Standards.aspx community’s food supply. areas of your scholarship in the program and Careers The programs equip graduates with the is present within every course. necessary knowledge and skills required Chiropractic has been established as a to operate effectively in the food industry Assessment health care profession for over 100 years at various management levels. Programs and is currently practiced in more than Assessment varies according to the course are designed to train recent graduates as 70 countries. Opportunities are plentiful being undertaken. Traditional methods of food technologists, and to enable those in Australasia and in certain overseas assessment including essays, examinations already employed in the industry to enhance locations for either private, self-employed and presentations are used in some their professional status. The programs are practice or practice in multidisciplinary courses as well as the development of structured around courses in food science settings. Graduates of the RMIT clinical an individual Research and Scholarship and technology, and it is assumed that chiropractic program are leaders in the Portfolio, and assessment by external you will have the necessary background in profession in Australia and other countries members of the profession in structured fundamental science. A background in food including New Zealand, Japan, Scotland, clinical practicum examinations. science is not required. Ireland, England and Malaysia. Program structure

Year one Credit points Group A » Scientific Skills and Tools 12 Group B Select 24 credit points » Confectionery and Lipid Technology 12 » Dairy Science and Technology 12 » Grain Technology 12 » Meat, Fish and Poultry Technology 12 Group C Select 24 credit points » Advanced Food Processing Technologies 12 » Current Issues in Food Science 12 » Food Processing Technologies 12

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Group D Teaching methods Laboratory medicine Select 24 credit points The program content is presented using a GD102 Graduate Diploma in » Microbiology 12 variety of learning methods including formal Laboratory Medicine » Food Microbiology 12 lectures, flexible learning activities, reviews CRICOS code: 048258M » Microbial Evaluation of Food 24 of current literature, oral presentations and Duration: 1 year Group E practical experience. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/gd102 Select 12 credit points Assessment Bundoora campus » Confectionery and Lipid Technology 12 The Graduate Diploma in Laboratory » Assessment varies with the course and may Current issues in Food Science 12 Medicine provides an opportunity for » include examinations, group or individual Dairy Science and Technology 12 education and training in all of the major » project work, presentations, preparation of Food Quality Assurance 12 disciplines of laboratory medicine. It is » industry documentation such as food safety Grain Technology 12 designed for graduates from general science » plans, laboratory reports and assignments. Meat, Fish and Poultry Technology 12 or biomedical science degrees that have a » Nutrition 2 12 Academic entrance requirements biological science focus. The program allows » Sensory Evaluation of Food 12 An applied science, science or other students to acquire an understanding of the Year two appropriate bachelor degree (e.g., agricultural pathology of disease and to study one major science or chemical engineering) that is professionally oriented discipline. The elective Group F recognised as equivalent to an Australian component provides the opportunity to select » Research Project 1 12 bachelor degree with an average mark of at from a range of courses that complement the » Research Project 2 24 least 65 per cent. To be able to undertake major discipline. Select 12 credit points the research project in the final semester of The program is designed to provide a » Current issues in Food Science 12 MC133 program you are required to obtain professionally oriented qualification that » Confectionery and Lipid Technology 12 an average mark of 65 per cent in previous will prepare graduates for employment in » Dairy Science and Technology 12 semesters. If you have not previously diagnostic pathology, medical research » Food Chemistry 12 studied microbiology your will only be able and the biotechnology industry. » Grain Technology 12 to commence the program in Semester 1 Program structure » Meat, Fish and Poultry Technology 12 (February intake). » Nutrition 2 12 Complete a maximum of 48 credit points from: Professional recognition » Sensory Evaluation of Food 12 » Clinical Biochemistry 1 12 » Food Quality Assurance 12 Graduates are eligible for professional » Medical Microbiology and Immunology 12 or membership of the Australian Institute » Histopathology and Cytopathology 1 12 Any course from the Master of of Food Science and Technology, with » Haematology 1 12 Biotechnology program advanced standing. » Point of Care Patient Testing 12 » Advanced Immunology 12 Careers » Medical Informatics and Lab » Bioinformatics 12 Management 12 Graduates are particularly attractive to » Computational Biology 12 » Medical Genetics and Diagnostics 12 potential employers because they offer » Diagnostics and Biotherapies 12 » Gene Technologies 1 12 a sound knowledge of, and capability » Immunology 12 » Applied Biochemical Methods 12 in, the various aspects of food science » OHS Hazards and Control 1 12 » Biomolecules and Cellular Regulation 12 and technology, including a capacity for » Pathogenesis of Enteric Infections 24 » Systemic Pathology 12 research, as well as the specialisation of » Plant Cell and Tissue Culture 24 and their initial qualification. Completion of these » Risk Management 12 Complete a minimum of 24 credit points from: programs will add value and relevance to » Viral Infections 24 » the knowledge and skills acquired in the Advanced Clinical Biochemistry 24 » graduate’s initial degree. Advanced Cytopathology 24 » Advanced Haematology 24 » Advanced Histopathology 24 » Advanced Transfusion and Transplantation Science 24 » Medical Microbiology 1 12 » Medical Microbiology 2 12 and Complete the following 24 credit point course » Laboratory Medicine Project 24 Total credit points 96

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Teaching methods Laboratory medicine Teaching methods

Teaching methods applied in this program MC158 Master of Laboratory Medicine Teaching methods applied in this program include lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical CRICOS code: 056171G include lectures, tutorials, seminars, classes and, in some courses, visits to Duration: 2 years (starts mid year) practical classes and, in some courses, industry settings. In all courses students are www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc158 visits to industry settings. In all courses encouraged to develop independent learning students are encouraged to develop Bundoora campus skills and use RMIT Online to access a wide independent learning skills and to use range of learning and assessment materials. The Master of Laboratory Medicine provides RMIT Online to access a wide range of advanced training and education in the learning and assessment materials. Additional costs major disciplines of laboratory medicine. It is Additional costs This program may incur extra costs for items designed for graduates from general science/ such as textbooks, laboratory coats, gloves, biomedical science degrees that have a This program may incur extra costs for items program notes, field trips, special equipment, biological science focus. These graduates such as textbooks, laboratory coats, program materials and bridging programs. would have had limited or no experience in notes, field trips, special equipment, materials www.rmit.edu.au/medicalsciences diagnostic laboratory disciplines. and bridging programs. Academic entrance requirements This coursework program is designed to www.rmit.edu.au/medicalsciences provide an advanced qualification and enable Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science Academic entrance requirements graduates to apply a range of diagnostic or Bachelor of Applied Science with majors procedures in a clinical pathology laboratory. Applicants for the Master of Laboratory in either biological sciences, biomedical They will have high-level skills in analysis and Medicine must have a three-year university sciences, biochemistry, microbiology, knowledge integration relevant to their area degree in the biomedical or biological immunology, pathology or an approved of specialisation. sciences area as a minimum. Other entrance alternative area. requirements that are acceptable include a Program structure Advanced standing degree in medicine or a related health field. Complete a maximum of 96 credit points from: Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Advanced standing » Clinical Biochemistry 1 12 Laboratory Medicine who have been » Medical Microbiology and Immunology 12 If students have completed the Graduate successful in gaining a place in the Master » Histopathology and Cytopathology 1 12 Diploma in Laboratory Medicine they of Laboratory Medicine or the Master of » Haematology 1 12 may articulate directly into the Master of Biotechnology programs may be granted up » Laboratory Medicine. to 96 credit points towards that qualification. Point of Care Patient Testing 12 » Medical Informatics and Professional Recognition Careers Lab Management 12 » This program is internationally accredited by Graduates are employed as medical Medical Genetics and Diagnostics 12 » the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) scientists in the field of diagnostic Gene Technologies 1 12 » in the UK. IBMS is the professional body for pathology or in medical research. Medical Applied Biochemical Methods 12 » medical laboratory scientists. scientists work in hospital laboratories, Biomolecules and Cellular Regulation 12 » private pathology laboratories, state health Systemic Pathology 12 Careers » Medical Laboratory Quality Systems laboratories and universities. In larger Graduates are employed as medical hospitals and private laboratories, medical and Accreditation 12 » scientists in the field of diagnostic scientists usually specialise in one of the Analysis of Medical Data 12 » pathology or in medical research. Medical professional disciplines. Outbreak: Detection and Control of Infectious Disease 12 scientists work in hospital laboratories, » Pathogenesis of Enteric Infections 24 private pathology laboratories, state health » Parasitology 24 laboratories and universities. In larger » Bacterial Infections 24 hospitals and private laboratories, medical » Viral Infections 24 scientists usually specialise in one of the » Medical Mycology 24 professional disciplines. and Complete a minimum of 24 credit points from: » Advanced Clinical Biochemistry 24 » Advanced Cytopathology 24 » Advanced Haematology 24 » Advanced Histopathology 24 » Advanced Transfusion and Transplantation Science 24 » Medical Microbiology 1 12 » Medical Microbiology 2 12 and Complete 72 credit points from: » Laboratory Medicine Project 24 » Research Project 48 » Professional Practice in Laboratory Medicine 48 Total credit points 192

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Medical radiations » undertaking a range of diagnostic » understanding the need for and able examinations and treatment procedures to participate in research relating to MC177NM Master of Medical Radiations relating to beginning practitioner skills medical imaging (Nuclear Medicine) » » CRICOS code: 068302B communicating effectively with patients practicing the skills of medical imaging in Duration: 2 years and other staff a global environment. » working in a multi-disciplinary health team MC177RT Master of Medical Radiations Program structure (Radiation Therapy) » understanding the need for and able The master program consists of 192 credit CRICOS code: 068305K to participate in research relating to points. The following is an example of Duration: 2 years nuclear medicine courses offered. MC177MI Master of Medical Radiations » practicing the skills of nuclear medicine (Medical Imaging) in a global environment. Master of Medical Radiations CRICOS code: 068300D (Nuclear Medicine) Radiation therapy Duration: 2 years Year one Credit points Radiation therapists are health care www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc177 » Imaging Anatomy and Pathology 12 professionals primarily concerned with Bundoora campus » Introduction to Pathology 12 the design and implementation of radiation » Nuclear Medicine Methods 1 and 2 24 Medical radiations is a rapidly advancing treatment and issues of care and wellbeing » Nuclear Medicine Practice 1 and 2 24 health care discipline that involves the for people diagnosed with cancer and other » Nuclear Medicine Technology 1 and 2 24 application of ionising and non-ionising pathological conditions. radiation for the diagnosis and treatment At the completion of the program, you will Year two injury and disease. It is one of the most be capable of: » Computed Tomography 12 advanced and dynamic areas of clinical » » Magnetic Resonance Imaging 12 medicine today. Practitioners are employed demonstrating knowledge of the » Medical Radiations Technology 12 in the public and the private sectors, and physical principles of radiation therapy » MR Interdisciplinary Applications 12 most often work in teams with other health » demonstrating an understanding of » care professions. anatomy, physiology and pathology Nuclear Medicine 3 and 4 24 » » Nuclear Medicine Technology 3 12 The Master of Medical Radiations is undertaking a range of planning and » Sonography 12 specifically designed for graduates of treatment procedures relating to a general science, biomedical science, beginning practitioner skills Master of Medical Radiations biological science or other health-related » communicating effectively with patients (Radiation Therapy) degree, looking for a qualification and career and other staff Year one Credit points » in the area of medical radiations. working in a multi-disciplinary health team » Imaging Anatomy and Pathology 12 RMIT University is the only tertiary institution » understanding the need for and able » Introduction to Pathology 12 in Victoria that offers a multidisciplinary to participate in research relating to » Radiation Therapy Methods 1 and 2 24 approach to the education of medical radiation therapy » Radiation Therapy Practice 1 and 2 24 radiations professionals. The program » practicing the skills of radiation therapy » Radiation Therapy Technology 1 and 2 24 delivers a broad education and in line with in a global environment. Year two this, students will participate in several Medical imaging common curricular elements that combine » Computed Tomography 12 program material from the three professional Medical imaging is the field of clinical » Health Psychology 12 streams. Clinical skills development will practice, education and research that deals » Magnetic Resonance Imaging 12 be undertaken in laboratory settings via with the use of ionising and non-ionising » Medical Radiations Technology 12 computer-based simulations and clinical/ radiation for the purpose of investigation, » MR Interdisciplinary Applications 12 industry experience (work-integrated diagnosis and treatment of human illness. » Radiation Therapy 3 and 4 24 learning) will be undertaken in a block each Images of disease and injury are obtained » Radiation Therapy Technology 3 12 using x-rays, computed tomography (CT), semester averaging five weeks in duration Master of Medical Radiations digital subtraction angiography (DSA), per semester. (Medical Imaging) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and Nuclear medicine ultrasound (U/S). Year one Credit points Nuclear medicine technologists are health At the completion of the program, you will » Imaging Anatomy and Pathology 12 care professionals who combine knowledge be capable of: » Introduction to Pathology 12 » Medical Imaging Methods 1 and 2 24 of biomedical and physical sciences with » demonstrating knowledge of the physical » an understanding of patient care in order principles of the radiographic techniques/ Medical Imaging Practice 1 and 2 24 » to examine the physiology of organs methods Medical Imaging Technology 1 and 2 24 and systems within the body. Nuclear » demonstrating an understanding of Year two medicine technologists typically use gamma anatomy, physiology and pathology » Computed Tomography 12 camera technology and positron emission » Magnetic Resonance Imaging 12 tomography (PET). » undertaking a range of diagnostic imaging examinations relating to beginning » Medical Imaging 3 and 4 24 At the completion of the program, you will be » Medical Imaging Technology 3 12 capable of: practitioner skills » Medical Radiations Technology 12 » communicating effectively with patients » demonstrating knowledge of the physical » MR Interdisciplinary Applications 12 and other staff principles of nuclear medicine » Sonography 12 » demonstrating an understanding of » working in a multi-disciplinary health team anatomy, physiology and pathology

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Teaching methods The Master of Medical Radiations (Radiation Option B You will be involved in learning activities that Therapy) and Master of Medical Radiations Select 48 credit points will include face-to-face teaching through (Medical Imaging) are accredited by the » Minor Thesis (full-time mode) 48 Australian Institute of Radiography (AIR). lectures, tutorials and other activities. Clinical Note: At a minimum, 72 credit points of the master skills development will be undertaken in International graduated students must program must be completed at RMIT University even individually apply to the appropriate if students have completed a graduate diploma or laboratory settings and during four block equivalent at another university. releases totaling 20 weeks which will be organisation for accreditation. Further details Teaching methods undertaken in clinical/industry work places. on eligibility for accreditation can be obtained from the respective organisations. Assessment Research components Careers A variety of assessment strategies will be used Across the degree students will complete a pertinent to the specific knowledge/skill area. Most graduates are employed in either the project or minor thesis under the supervision public or private health care sector as nuclear of an experienced supervisor. Entrance requirements medicine technologists, radiation therapists Assessment English language or diagnostic radiographers. Within the medical radiations professions, Assessment varies according to the course One of the following: opportunities exist for expansion into business being undertaken. For example, the quality » IELTS (Academic) (Academic)—7.0+ (no management, education and research. as well as the quantity of the hours undertaken band less than 6.5)* Graduates of the Master of Medical Radiations in midwifery practice are examined. » TOEFL Paper-based—600+ (TWE 5.0+) (Medical Imaging) can also proceed to Traditional methods of assessment of essays, examinations and presentations » TOEFL Internet-based (iBT)—overall further study including the specialist fields of are used in courses. score 100+, writing minimum 24, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed remaining sections 22 tomography (CT) and ultrasound (U/S). The project or minor thesis is examined by two examiners one of whom is external * Note: The higher than usual RMIT University IELTS (Academic) requirements are due to professional Midwifery to the University. The project consists of requirements. The accrediting body has a professional 5000 to 6000 words and the minor thesis, requirement of IELTS (Academic) equivalence of 7.0+; GC002 Graduate Certificate in Midwifery reports and presentations 10000 to this program will match these requirements. CRICOS code: 038970C 15000 words. Duration: 0.5 year Academic entrance requirements Additional costs GD015 Graduate Diploma in Midwifery Applicants must have successfully completed CRICOS code: 038974K This program may incur extra costs for items an undergraduate bachelor degree. Within Duration: 1 year such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, the bachelor degree, applicants must special equipment and materials. demonstrate knowledge of general science/ MC022 Master of Midwifery CRICOS code: 038978F www.rmit.edu.au/healthsciences physics and of anatomy/physiology. The Duration: 1.5 years bachelor degree can not be in the same Academic entrance requirements www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc022 professional area as the Master of Medical Applicants must normally be endorsed Radiations. There are also a series of specific Bundoora campus to practice midwifery in Australia. This can requirements for prospective students The master program is designed to further be either as temporary or full registration wishing to enter the Master of Medical develop the midwife’s skills in leadership, with the Nurses Board of Victoria. For the Radiations programs available at practice, research and scholarship in the graduate certificate and graduate diploma www.rmit.edu.au/medical-radiations. discipline of midwifery. the applicant must have a clinical placement. If you successfully complete the Graduate Applicants must complete the MC177 Program structure Master of Medical Radiations Diploma in Midwifery with a grade point supplementary information form so that you Coursework Credit points average (GPA) of 75% and with 75% in a can demonstrate that you understand and » Breastfeeding and Human Lactation 12 postgraduate research program, you may are suited to the demands/requirements of » Family Studies 12 proceed to the Master of Midwifery (by the profession. » Midwifery 1, 2, 3 and 4 48 coursework) (minor thesis option). www.rmit.edu.au/programs/international/ » Research in Nursing and Midwifery 12 If you have not achieved an overall GPA of supplementary_forms » Trends and Issues in Midwifery 12 75% in a graduate diploma program and Select one option 75% in a postgraduate research program, Pathways Option A you may be eligible for entry into the Master No formal articulation with the Master of of Midwifery (by coursework) (project option). » Project 24 Medical Radiations exists. Credit may be Select two courses Advanced standing given for recognition of prior learning (RPL) » for students entering the program with a Birth in Different Cultures 12 Credits may be granted for courses passed » previous master degree. RPL will be advised Clinical Teaching in Nursing Practice 12 in other tertiary-level programs. » on an individual basis. Introduction to Complementary Therapies in Midwifery 12 Professional recognition » Introduction to Financial Management 12 The Master of Medical Radiations (Nuclear » Quality Improvement for Nursing 12 Medicine) will be accredited by the Australian and New Zealand Society of Nuclear Medicine (ANZSNM).

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Professional recognition » Examining Nursing Practice 12 Research requirements: Applicants » Philosophic Inquiry in Nursing 12 Applicants should note that the Nursing and who have not successfully completed » Quality Improvement for Nurses 12 Midwifery Board of Australia has determined undergraduate studies in research as » that all applicants for registration must be Nursing Ethics and Health Care 12 approved by the program leader are able to demonstrate English language skills Other elective courses from other disciplines required to undertake a research unit at an at IELTS Academic Level 7 or the equivalent may be undertaken upon approval of undergraduate level or its equivalent, as within the two years preceding registration. postgraduate program director. approved by RMIT Nursing and Midwifery. For further details: Master www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/ Master Registration-Standards.aspx Option A Normally, students who successfully » Careers Minor Thesis 48 complete a graduate diploma program at or Successful completion of the program will RMIT with a grade point average (GPA) of Option B allow graduates to be leaders in midwifery 75% and obtain a grade of 75% on the » practice, research and scholarship. Project 24 postgraduate research course may proceed » Select two courses from the to the Master of Nursing (by coursework) core courses or electives in the program minor thesis option (48 credit points) Nursing Graduate Diploma in Nursing 24 to successfully complete the Master of GD013 Graduate Diploma in Nursing Note: A minimum of 72 credit points of the master Nursing (by coursework). CRICOS code: 038955B program must be completed at RMIT University even if students have completed a graduate diploma or Other RMIT graduate diploma students Duration: 1 year equivalent at another university. Please ensure you may choose to complete the project option MC017 Master of Nursing complete enough units from the RMIT graduate diploma (24 credit points) plus two elective courses to be eligible for the award of Master of Nursing. CRICOS code: 038954C (12 credit points each) to successfully Duration: 1.5 years Teaching methods complete the Master of Nursing (by www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc017 Offered via a combination of on-campus coursework). Bundoora campus and online learning and may be offered Advanced standing exclusively online to interstate nurses by RMIT University’s Discipline of Nursing and Advanced standing can be granted for arrangement. In addition to the coursework, Midwifery is one of the oldest providers of applicants with an appropriate postgraduate you will complete a project or minor thesis nursing education in Australia. RMIT is at the certificate, diploma, or other relevant under the supervision of a staff member. forefront of nursing education and research, qualification. This will be considered on offering a wide range of postgraduate Assessment an individual basis. programs designed to meet the challenge Assessment varies according to the option of current practice and research. Careers undertaken. For example, traditional methods The program prepares experienced nurses The graduate diploma program is designed of assessment of essays, examinations and for advanced nursing practice in specialty to further develop the nurse’s skills in the presentations are used in courses. The minor nursing areas and leadership roles in speciality areas of child and family health, thesis (10000 to15000 words) is examined advanced practice, education, and research. critical care, emergency, mental health, by two examiners, one of which is external and neuroscience. to the university. The project (5000 to 6000 Professional recognition Program structure words) is examined by an internal assessor. Applicants should note that the Nursing and Graduate diploma Credit Points Additional costs Midwifery Board of Australia has determined that all applicants for registration must be This program may incur extra costs for items Core Courses able to demonstrate English language skills » such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, Contemporary Issues in Nursing at IELTS Academic Level 7 or the equivalent special equipment and materials. and Health Care 12 within the two years preceding registration. » Research in Nursing and Midwifery 12 www.rmit.edu.au/healthsciences For further details: » Communication and Counselling for Academic entrance requirements www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/ Health Care Professionals 12 Registration-Standards.aspx » Advanced Clinical Nursing Practice 12 Graduate diploma Electives Applicants must normally: Select two courses » hold a Bachelor of Nursing » Advanced Clinical Nursing Practice: » have successfully completed Stroke Management 12 undergraduate studies in research as » Advanced Nursing Specialty Practice 12 approved by RMIT Nursing and Midwifery » Advanced Nursing Technology » (recommended only for critical care, hold current registration (or be eligible for emergency and neuroscience registration) as a Nurse in Division 1 of the specialities) 12 Nurses Board of Victoria register » Advanced Physical Assessment » have no less than one year of nursing Nursing Practice 12 experience within the last five years » Clinical Teaching in Nursing Practice 12 » be a practising professional in the area of specialty practice throughout the period of the program (where applicable).

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Osteopathy Additional costs according to the scientist–professional model. RMIT graduates specialise in clinical MC146 Master of Osteopathy This program may incur extra costs for items psychology. CRICOS code: 054476F such as textbooks, diagnostic equipment, Duration: 2 years program notes, field trips, special equipment Program structure www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc146 (such as that required for the teaching Year one Credit points clinic—clinic uniform and name badge) and Bundoora campus materials. You are also required to hold a Coursework RMIT has the longest-running osteopathic current First Aid Certificate (AU$100) prior » Assessment and Intervention 1 and 2 24 program in Australia. to entering clinic. » Foundations of Practice 1 and 2 24 The master program, in combination with the www.rmit.edu.au/healthsciences Clinical training Bachelor of Applied Science (Complementary » Internal Practicum 1 and 2 24 Academic entrance requirements Medicine–Osteopathy) program, is a first Research professional qualification in osteopathy. The Bachelor of Applied Science » Thesis 1 and 2 24 Accreditation by the Osteopathic Registration (Complementary Medicine—Osteopathy) is Boards means graduates can register to the standard entry requirement. This program Year two practice in all Australian states and territories has approximately 50% osteopathic-specific Coursework content. Students who have completed without sitting further examinations. » Specialist Practice 1 and 2 24 another program and claim equivalence Osteopaths are trained in diagnosis and Clinical training take a full case history, perform conventional to the Bachelor of Applied Science » External Practicum 1 and 2 24 medical testing procedures and use their skill (Complementary Medicine—Osteopathy) will » Internal Practicum 3 and 4 24 of palpation and motion testing to additionally be required to pass a clinical competence diagnose a patient’s condition. examination and other examinations as Research deemed necessary to establish that they are » Osteopaths choose a treatment method Thesis 3 and 4 24 at an equivalent standard to articulating RMIT depending on the patient and condition, Teaching methods students. Normally only students who have and may also provide advice on posture, completed an osteopathic undergraduate All coursework is delivered face-to-face. exercise, nutrition, and similar. degree are eligible. Internal practicums are supervised and Program structure take place at the RMIT Psychology Clinic. Pathways Case conferences are held in groups to Year one Credit points Graduates are eligible to apply for a master discuss your progress and are led by an » Clinical Medicine 1 12 by research degree and/or PhD program. experienced practitioner. » Clinical Medicine 2 12 Two external practicums are undertaken » Professional recognition Osteopathic Clinical Practice and (minimum of 40 days and 60 days, Research 1 12 Upon graduation, you will be eligible to respectively). Casework courses and field » Osteopathic Clinical Practice and apply for registration with the Osteopathy placements comprise 132 days of practicum Research 2 24 Board of Australia. Applicants should note experience. You also complete a research » Osteopathic Diagnosis and Technique 1 12 that the Osteopathy Board of Australia has thesis under supervision. » Osteopathic Diagnosis and Technique 2 12 determined that all applicants for registration » Research Methods—Manual Medicine 12 must be able to demonstrate English Assessment Year two language skills at IELTS Academic Level 7 or Assessment varies according to courses. the equivalent within the two years preceding » Clinical Medicine 3 12 Assessment methods include essays, registration. For further details: » Clinical Medicine 4 12 examinations and presentations. Internal and www.osteopathyboard.gov.au/en/ » Osteopathic Clinical Practice and external practicum courses examine quality Registration-Standards.aspx Research 3 24 of work that is undertaken. » Osteopathic Clinical Practice and Careers The master thesis consists of 15000 words Research 4 24 and is assessed by two examiners, including There is a high demand for osteopaths in » Osteopathic Diagnosis and Technique 3 12 one external to the University. Guidelines Australasia and in certain overseas locations. » Osteopathic Diagnosis and Technique 4 12 for the organisation and presentation of the thesis are provided at enrolment. Teaching methods Psychology Classes are taught in a combination of Additional costs MC002 Master of Psychology lecture, seminar, tutorial, workshop, practical CRICOS code: 037955K This program may incur extra costs for items and laboratory sessions. All courses have Duration: 2 years such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, online support. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc002 special equipment and materials. Assessment Bundoora campus www.rmit.edu.au/healthsciences Assessment varies according to the course The Master of Psychology is designed to being undertaken. Traditional methods of provide the necessary training to prepare assessment of essays, examinations and graduates for work as a professional presentations are used in some courses as psychologist. The program is oriented well as assessment in objective, structured towards cognitive–behavioral psychology and clinical practicum examinations. graduates are trained and expected to work

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Entrance requirements Psychology Assessment

English language DC001 Doctor of Psychology Assessment varies according to the courses being undertaken. Assessment One of the following: CRICOS code: 037956J Duration: 3 years methods include essays, examinations » IELTS (Academic)—8.0+ (no band less www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dc001 and presentations. Internal and external than 8.0) practicum courses examine quality of work Bundoora campus » TOEFL—Paper based = 640+ and hours undertaken. The Doctor of Psychology program provides » TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall The doctoral thesis is examined by necessary training to prepare graduates for score 110 two external examiners and consists of work as a professional psychologist and 40000 to 50000 words. Guidelines for the for leadership roles withinin the profession. Academic entrance requirements organisation and presentation of the thesis The program is oriented towards cognitive– An Australian Psychological Accreditation are provided on enrolment. behavioural psychology and graduates are Council (APAC) approved fourth year of trained and expected to work according Additional costs study in psychology, with results equivalent to the scientist–professional model. RMIT to a second class honours (H2A, 75% or This program may incur extra costs for items graduates specialise in clinical psychology. above) grade. No applicant will be offered such as textbooks, program notes, field a place without having been (i) offered a Program structure trips, special equipment and materials. clinical interview, and then (ii) completed www.rmit.edu.au/healthsciences Year one Credit points the interview satisfactorily (and graded Entrance requirements at a competitive level). Applicants must Coursework satisfactorily complete a formal assessment » Assessment and Intervention 1 and 2 24 English language interview and demonstrate a high level of » Foundations of Practice 1 and 2 24 One of the following: English language proficiency. Applicants must Clinical training » IELTS (Academic)—8.0+ (no band less submit two confidential referee reports. » Internal Practicum 1 and 2 24 than 8.0) Pathways Research » TOEFL—Paper based = 640+ Graduates are eligible to apply for a Doctor of » Thesis 1 and 2 24 Academic entrance requirements Psychology or PhD program. Year two Professional recognition Completion of an Australian Psychological Coursework Accreditation Council (APAC) approved Upon graduation, you will be eligible to » Specialist Practice 1 and 2 24 fourth year of study in psychology, with apply for registration with the Psychology Clinical training results equivalent to a first class honours Board of Australia. Applicants should note » External Practicum 1 and 2 24 (H1, 80% or above). No applicant will be that the Psychology Board of Australia has » Internal Practicum 3 and 4 24 offered a place without having been (i) offered determined that all applicants for registration Research a clinical interview, and then (ii) completed must be able to demonstrate English the interview satisfactorily (and graded at a » Thesis 3 and 4 24 language skills at IELTS Academic Level 7or competitive level). Applicants must submit Year three the equivalent within the two years preceding two confidential referee reports. registration. For further details: Coursework www.psychologyboard.gov.au/ » Advanced Doctoral Training 1 and 2 24 Professional recognition Registration-Standards.aspx Clinical training Upon graduation, you will be eligible to apply Careers » External Practicum 3A and 3B 24 for registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. Applicants should note that the Research Clinical psychologists are specialists in the Psychology Board of Australia has determined » assessment, diagnosis and treatment of Thesis 5 and 6 48 that all applicants for registration must be psychological problems and mental illness. Teaching methods able to demonstrate English language skills They work in private practice, hospitals, at IELTS Academic Level 7 or the equivalent universities, general medical practices, All coursework is delivered face-to-face. Internal practicums are carried out at the within the two years preceding registration. community health centres and mental For further details see: health services. RMIT Psychology Clinic under supervision. Case conferences are held in groups to www.psychologyboard.gov.au/ discuss students’ progress and are led Registration-Standards.aspx by an experienced practitioner. Careers Three external practicums are undertaken Clinical psychologists are specialists in the (minimum of 40, 60 and 80 days, respectively). assessment, diagnosis and treatment of Casework courses, together with field psychological problems and mental illness. placements, comprise 212 days of practicum They work in private practice, hospitals, experience. You will also complete a research universities, general medical practices, thesis under supervision. community health centres and mental health services.

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Anatomy and physiology PhD All applicants need to find a supervisor with similar research interests to themselves MR013 Master of Applied Science – You must have completed a first class (or upper second class) honours degree and discuss a research project proposal Anatomy and Physiology with them. The research proposal must be CRICOS code: 023213G or a research master degree. Under certain included in the application. Applicants are Duration: 2 years circumstances, when you do not meet these requirements but have been working directed to this web site to find a supervisor: DR082 Doctor of Philosophy www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/supervisors. (Anatomy and Physiology) for a number of years in a research laboratory CRICOS code: 065699M and have publications in recognised journals, Master consideration may be given to acceptance Duration: 4 years A first degree from RMIT with at least a credit into the program. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr082 average in the final undergraduate year; or a Bundoora campus Students wishing to enter either program qualification deemed equivalent by RMIT to should contact the research coordinator at a first degree from RMIT with at least a credit Master and PhD qualifications enable you [email protected] to discuss to embark on a research career or work in a average in the final undergraduate year; or possible projects and supervisors before evidence of experience which satisfies RMIT higher administrative capacity in a research lodging an application. team. Our programs cater for those wishing that the applicant has developed knowledge to gain skills in conducting research or to of the field of study sufficient to undertake the Applied biology and biotechnology study a particular area of interest, or for proposed program. those with a thirst for new knowledge. MR082 Master of Applied Science – PhD Applied Biology and Biotechnology Graduates from our programs have A degree of master by research from RMIT; progressed to being research team leaders in CRICOS code: 007468G Duration: 2 years or a degree of master by coursework at RMIT their own right in Australia and internationally, which includes a research program with a and to holding senior positions in government DR085 Doctor of Philosophy (Applied duration of at least one semester full-time; or and industry. Biology and Biotechnology) a bachelor degree from RMIT with first class CRICOS code: 065729K To determine if a research degree in RMIT’s honours or upper second class honours (or Duration: 4 years School of Medical Sciences is right for you, another award as deemed equivalent); and www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr085 read the information about our programs such qualifications or experience as RMIT and discuss possible projects with a number Bundoora campus considers appropriate. of supervisors. This program is designed to provide Professional recognition The school has a multidisciplinary research specialist postgraduate training in research base that offers opportunities to conduct and includes extensive work on original Depending on the research area chosen, the biomedical research in a range of areas research and the presentation of a thesis for award qualifies graduates for professional including projects involving human subjects, external assessment. The degree requires membership of scientific societies such through to cell and molecular based systems you to show mastery of scientific techniques as the Australian Institute of Biology, the using state-of-the-art technology. in your area of specialisation. Students Australian Society for Microbiology, the On offer are a variety of different projects without previous research experience are Australian Biochemical Society, AusBiotech, covering the following research areas: required to complete a research methods and the Australian Society of Biotechnology. anatomy, physiology, skin cancer, cell biology, study area. Most research within this Careers cardiovascular biology, neuroscience, discipline uses molecular approaches for the The master degree qualifies graduates for obesity and diabetes, wound repair, cell diagnosis and synthesis of solutions for employment as professional scientists under signalling, exercise physiology, immunology, disease and environmental problems. direction. The PhD degree qualifies graduates pharmacology, toxicology, biochemistry and Facilities are based in the modern, purpose- for employment as professional scientists molecular biology. built Biosciences building. capable of independent research. For a full list of research projects visit The discipline has a large and active group www.rmit.edu.au/medicalsciences. of research staff and students whose research is funded externally and who have Chinese medicine Academic entrance requirements active collaboration with industry. Research MR015 Master of Applied Science – Master graduates have a high completion rate and Chinese Medicine are highly employable, with many offered CRICOS code: 019084B You will normally have completed an honours employment, before graduation, in Duration: 2 years degree or have had a number of years prestigious organisations. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr015 of postgraduate experience working in a laboratory where they have been exposed Academic entrance requirements Bundoora campus to a research environment. This program is designed to provide specialist Research programs postgraduate study in research including There are minimum entry requirements extensive original research and a thesis which for master by research and doctoral is examined by external examiners. The programs. However, there is strong major research focus includes systematic competition for some places and reviews, laboratory studies and clinical trials preference may be given to applicants with on Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture more than the minimum requirements. in the management of clinical conditions such as hayfever, insomnia, tension headaches and chronic pain.

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Academic entrance requirements Chiropractic science Academic entrance requirements

A first degree from RMIT with at least a credit MR014 Master of Chiropractic Science Research programs average in the final undergraduate years; or CRICOS code: 019964C There are minimum entry requirements a qualification deemed equivalent by RMIT to Duration: 2 years for master by research and doctoral a first degree from RMIT with at least a credit www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr014 average in the final undergraduate years; or programs. However, there is strong Bundoora campus evidence of experience which satisfies RMIT competition for some places and preference that the applicant has developed knowledge This program provides opportunities to may be given to applicants with more than of the field of study sufficient to undertake the contribute to the chiropractic knowledge the minimum requirements. proposed program. base by research in a wide range of areas All applicants need to find a supervisor with of interest to the chiropractic discipline and similar research interests to themselves Chiropractic, osteopathic profession. Applicants are selected with and discuss a research project proposal and Chinese medicine consideration to their area of research and with them. The research proposal must be the availability of supervisors with relevant included in the application. Applicants are DR088 Doctor of Philosophy expertise within RMIT. directed to this web site to find a supervisor: (Chiropractic, Osteopathic Academic entrance requirements www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/supervisors. and Chinese Medicine) CRICOS code: 065700A Chiropractic graduates are considered on PhD Duration: 4 years the basis of their academic performance in A degree of master by research of RMIT; or a www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr088 the last three years of their program. Active degree of master by coursework from RMIT Bundoora campus practitioners are considered on the basis of which includes a research program with a their educational background, professional duration of at least one semester full-time; or This program provides opportunities for activity and contribution, in addition to their a bachelor degree from RMIT with first class practitioners in various complementary past academic record. honours or upper second class honours (or medicine disciplines and others with another award as deemed equivalent); and relevant qualifications, experience and Careers such qualifications or experience as RMIT ability to contribute to the generation of Graduates are eligible to be considered considers appropriate. new knowledge vital to the growth and for employment as academics and may development of the various complementary contribute to the professional associations Food technology medicine professions. You are required to on scientific and evidenced-based practice. demonstrate learning in scientific technique MR045 Master of Applied Science – and procedure and to make a significant Food science Food Technology and original contribution to knowledge in CRICOS code: 022561G your field. DR100 Doctor of Philosophy Duration: 2 years (Food Science) Academic entrance requirements www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr045 CRICOS code: 065816M City campus A relevant bachelor (honours) degree or a Duration: 4 years master degree by research or coursework www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr100 Areas of focus include: nutrition; functional foods, including probiotics and prebiotics; with a research project in a relevant City campus discipline, or be currently enrolled and making non-thermal food processing technologies; There is a high rate of successful completion appropriate progress in a master degree by texture and rheology of foods; drying of of PhD degrees from this program. Students research with RMIT. foods; food microbiology and safety. graduating with food science PhD degrees have gained employment in significant Academic entrance requirements research and commercial organisations. Research programs Areas of research in food science include International recognition for nutrition; functional foods, including There are minimum entry requirements for RMIT Chinese Medicine probiotics and prebiotics; non-thermal master by research and doctoral programs. RMIT University’s discipline of Chinese food processing technologies; texture and However, there is strong competition for Medicine is one of the first institutions rheology of foods; drying of foods; food some places and preference may be given in the world to receive recognition from microbiology and safety. to applicants with more than the minimum the Wang Ding Yi Award for International requirements. Contribution to Chinese Medicine. All applicants need to find a supervisor with The 2008 Awards were presented similar research interests to themselves by The World Federation of Chinese and discuss a research project proposal Medicine Societies in Beijing, China. with them. The research proposal must be included in the application. Applicants are The awards were established in 2007 directed to this web site to find a supervisor: and this is the first time that institutions www.rmit.edu.au/research/hdr/supervisors. have been included. RMIT University received the prestigious award for its significant contribution to Chinese Medicine education, research, clinical training and policy development, over 15 years.

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Master Academic entrance requirements Academic entrance requirements

A first degree from RMIT with at least a credit Master Research programs average in the final undergraduate year; or a qualification deemed equivalent by RMIT to You will normally have completed an There are minimum entry requirements for a first degree from RMIT with at least a credit honours degree or have had a number of master by research and doctoral programs. average in the final undergraduate year; or years of postgraduate experience working However, there is strong competition for evidence of experience which satisfies RMIT in a setting where you have been exposed some places and preference may be given that the applicant has developed knowledge to a research environment. to applicants with more than the minimum requirements. of the field of study sufficient to undertake PhD the proposed program. All applicants need to find a supervisor with You must have completed a first class (or similar research interests as themselves upper second class) honours degree or Human movement and discuss a research project proposal a research master degree. Under certain with them. The research proposal must be MR017 Master of Applied Science – circumstances, when you do not meet these included in the application. Human Movement requirements but have been working for a CRICOS code: 015626J number of years in a research setting and Master Duration: 2 years have publications in recognised journals, A first degree from RMIT with at least a credit DR101 Doctor of Philosophy consideration may be given to acceptance average in the final undergraduate year; or a (Human Movement) into the program. qualification deemed equivalent by RMIT to CRICOS code: 065721G Students wishing to enter either program a first degree from RMIT with at least a credit Duration: 4 years should contact the research coordinator at average in the final undergraduate year; or www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr101 [email protected] to discuss evidence of experience which satisfies RMIT Bundoora campus possible projects and supervisors before that the applicant has developed knowledge lodging an application. of the field of study sufficient to undertake the Master and PhD qualifications enable you proposed program. to embark on a research career or work in a higher administrative capacity in a research Medical and health physics Pathways team. Our programs cater for those wishing MR042 Master of Applied Science – You may apply for recognition of current to gain skills in conducting research or to Medical and Health Physics competencies in relation to the coursework study a particular area of interest, or for CRICOS code: 058238K component of the degree. those with a thirst for new knowledge. Duration: 2 years Graduates from our programs have www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr042 Professional recognition progressed to being research team City campus The program is accredited by the Australasian leaders in their own right in Australia This program provides appropriate training College of Physical Scientists and Engineers and internationally, and to holding senior for physicists involved with radiotherapy, in Medicine as an approved university positions in government and industry. diagnostic medical procedures and health postgraduate program in medical physics. To determine if a research degree in RMIT’s physics. The program is composed Careers School of Medical Sciences is right for you, of approximately two-thirds research This program is designed to prepare read the information about our programs project and one-third coursework. The graduates for work in radiation oncology and discuss possible projects with a number research project in an area of medical facilities in hospitals and in health physics of supervisors. or health physics is examined by thesis. regulatory organisations. The School has a multidisciplinary research The coursework is vocationally relevant base that offers opportunities to conduct to radiotherapy and health physics. This research in a range of areas including program is accredited by the Australasian projects involving human subjects, through College of Physical Scientists and Engineers to cell and molecular based systems using in Medicine (ACPSEM) as part of its state-of-the-art technology. accreditation scheme for radiation oncology Appropriate research areas include: physical medical physicists. All applicants should activity and disability; motor skill development contact the program coordinator to discuss and control; growth and development; their eligibility and a desired research project. exercise physiology; exercise metabolism and measurement of exercise behaviour. For a full list of research projects visit www.rmit.edu.au/medicalsciences.

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Medical laboratory science PhD On offer may be a variety of different projects covering the following research MR083 Master of Applied Science – You must have completed a first class (or upper second class) honours degree or areas: dosimetry in radiation therapy; Medical Laboratory Science nanotechnology in nuclear medicine and CRICOS code: 007473K a research master degree. Under certain magnetic resonance imaging; optimisation Duration: 2 years circumstances, when you do not meet these requirements but have been working for a and dose in digital radiography and DR086 Doctor of Philosophy computed tomography; gold nanoparticles; (Medical Laboratory Science) number of years in a research laboratory and have publications in recognised journals, clinical practice in medical imaging; CRICOS code: 065702K radiation therapy and nuclear medicine; and Duration: 4 years consideration may be given to acceptance into the program. radionuclide therapy using nuclides such as www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr086 Lutetium 77 or Gallium 68. Bundoora campus Students wishing to enter either program should contact the research coordinator at For a full list of research projects visit Master and PhD qualifications enable you to [email protected] to discuss www.rmit.edu.au/medicalsciences. embark on a research career or to work in a possible projects and supervisors before Academic entrance requirements higher administrative capacity in a research lodging an application. team. Our programs cater for those wishing Master to gain skills in conducting research or to Medical radiations science Applicants should have a relevant study a particular area of interest, or for first degree from RMIT or an award those with a thirst for new knowledge. MR084 Master of Applied Science – equivalent in character and standard from Medical Radiations Science Graduates from our programs have another university. An honours degree progressed to being research team CRICOS code: 007474J Duration: 2 years is preferable; however, applications will leaders in their own right in Australia be considered from students who can and internationally, and to holding senior DR087 Doctor of Philosophy produce evidence of knowledge and positions in government and industry. (Medical Radiations Science) experience of the field of study sufficient CRICOS code: 065701M To determine if a research degree in RMIT’s to undertake the proposed program. School of Medical Sciences is right for you, Duration: 4 years read the information about our programs www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr087 PhD and discuss possible projects with a Bundoora campus Applicants should have a relevant honours number of supervisors. Master and PhD qualifications enable you to degree (first or upper second class honours) The multidisciplinary nature of laboratory embark on a research career or to work in a or a master degree by research in the medicine offers excellent opportunities to higher administrative capacity in a research appropriate discipline. conduct leading edge biotechnology and team. Our programs cater for those wishing Students wishing to enter either program biomedical research. The discipline areas to gain skills in conducting research or to should contact the research coordinator at covered include biochemistry, natural study a particular area of interest, or for [email protected] to discuss products, molecular biology, immunology, those with a thirst for new knowledge. possible projects and supervisors before haematology, histopathology, pathology Graduates from our programs have lodging an application. and transfusion/transplantation science. progressed to being research team leaders in Our research programs encompass most their own right in Australia and internationally, Nursing areas of human health and disease at both and to holding senior positions in government MR010 Master of Nursing a fundamental and applied level. and industry. CRICOS code: 022044F For a full list of research projects visit To determine if a research degree in RMIT’s Duration: 2 years www.rmit.edu.au/medicalsciences. School of Medical Sciences is right for you, www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr010 read the information about our programs Academic entrance requirements DR103 Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing) and discuss possible projects with a number CRICOS code: 065698A Master of supervisors. Duration: 4 years You will normally have completed an honours The school has a multidisciplinary research www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr103 base that offers opportunities to conduct degree or have had a number of years Bundoora campus of postgraduate experience working in a medical radiations research in a range of areas. These often include quantitative and The Master of Nursing (by research) enables laboratory where you have been exposed nurses to achieve a high level of academic to a research environment. also qualitative projects in medical imaging, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine and achievement and scholarship through the medical physics. The projects may be generation of an independent piece of laboratory based or undertaken in a research. Supervision can be provided in a clinical context. range of areas and in a variety of theoretical traditions and research methodologies. Specific areas include: clinical nursing; child and family health nursing; mental health nursing; gerontology; midwifery; primary health; public health; critical transcultural nursing; multicultural health; health policy; health education; leadership and management in nursing.

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Prospective PhD candidates are required Osteopathic science Entrance requirements to discuss and arrange with the director of research a possible research topic and MR016 Master of Osteopathic Science English language CRICOS code: 019085A supervisors prior to enrolment. One of the following: Duration: 2 years » Research requirements for PhD candidates www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr016 IELTS (Academic)—7.0+ (Listening: 6.5; are normally required to undertake a Reading: 6.5; Writing: 7; Speaking: 6) Bundoora campus postgraduate level research unit as part of » TOEFL—Paper based = 600+ (TWE 5.0+) their candidature. Where eligible, exemptions This program provides the opportunity for » from this requirement should be applied for you to undertake a supervised program of TOEFL Internet based (iBT)—Overall at enrolment. research within the discipline of osteopathy. score 100, writing minimum 24, all other The original work contributes to the sections minimum 22 Academic entrance requirements knowledge base of the profession, while Academic entrance requirements Master you develop professional research skills. An honours 2A degree or equivalent A first degree from RMIT with at least a Academic entrance requirements in disability studies, psychology or a 75% average in the final undergraduate Applicants will be considered on the basis of related discipline. year; or equivalent; or evidence of academic performance and/or professional Professional recognition appropriate experience which satisfies experience. Osteopathic practitioners with the Division and School that the applicant other qualifications will be considered on Psychology areas has developed knowledge of the field the basis of their educational background, Following completion of the master program, of study sufficient to undertake the professional activities and contribution, in graduates would normally be eligible for proposed program. Applicants must also addition to their past academic record. membership of the Australian Psychological be registered or eligible for temporary Society but would need to complete registration in divisions one and/or three Psychology and certain professional training requirements of the Victorian State Register (Master of intellectual disability in order to be registered with the Victorian Nursing candidates); and have at least Psychologists’ Registration Board. two years of professional and relevant MR002 Master of Applied Science – experience in a recognised field of nursing. Psychology and Intellectual After completion of a PhD, students with an Disability approved four-year undergraduate degree PhD CRICOS code: 029761J would normally be eligible for membership of A degree of master by research from Duration: 2 years the Australian Psychological Society, but will RMIT; or qualified for a degree of master www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mr002 need to complete certain professional training by coursework, from RMIT, that includes requirements in order to be registered with the DR107 Doctor of Philosophy a research program with a duration Victorian Psychologists’ Registration Board. (Psychology and Disability) of at least one semester full-time. The CRICOS code: 065730F school may consider direct entry for a Duration: 4 years student who has qualified for a master by www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr107 coursework and achieved an overall grade point average of 75% or above without Bundoora and City campuses having undertaken a research program of Disability studies at least one semester’s duration, provided that the candidate can demonstrate other Master and PhD supervision is offered in the areas of research experience, relevant to following area related to disability: forensic the discipline, in the form of publications issues, parental training, staffing, program and conference presentations. evaluation, empowerment, ethics, advocacy and quality of life. Applicants must also hold a Bachelor of Nursing qualification with first class Psychology honours, or upper second class honours; Research supervision can be offered in or have qualified for another award applied cognitive psychology, applied human deemed to be equivalent in character psychobiology, clinical and health psychology and standard to the above degrees (such (child, adolescent and adult), parenting skills, other professional nursing and/or midwife forensic psychology, educational psychology, experience as considered appropriate by developmental psychology, cross-cultural the School and College.) psychology and teaching and development, Finally, applicants must have made a and gerontology. significant and original contribution to knowledge of fact and/or theory; independent and critical thought; and have the capacity to work independently of supervision.

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RMIT’s College of Business is Postgraduate coursework integrates constantly redefining its offerings theory with practice so that students get to meet the emerging demands of real, hands-on knowledge and experience with lecturers who are practitioners in their the business and broader community, fields. RMIT Business sees its connections and to ensure that programs remain with the corporate world as vital to at the cutting edge. its success and its distinctive market RMIT Business helps support innovative positioning. An important aspect of RMIT thinkers and develop future leaders by Business’s reputation is that its graduates undertaking business-related research are regarded as work-ready and enjoy high and linking student learning with business levels of employment on completion of practice. This enables students to engage their studies. skilfully and passionately in business, RMIT Business is proactive in establishing locally and internationally. close links with industry and addressing All RMIT Business programs offer relevant research issues. Collaborative international perspectives, preparing ventures yield research that has broad students to be proactive and creative economic, social and environmental in responding to the challenges of implications beneficial to business, globalisation. International study tours industry and the wider community. create unique opportunities for students to combine travel with studies focusing on various aspects of a region or area of study.

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Hanne Marie Foss, Norway Master of Business (Marketing)

‘I chose RMIT because of its great reputation, industry recognition and the practical approach to the programs and courses. ‘RMIT offers a wide selection of practical subjects and programs and opportunities for further studies. I have a business administration degree and years of experience working in banking and finance, but I would love to work in marketing and events for a medium-sized company.’

95 employment opportunities, this MBA Classes are usually a combination of lectures provides the tools necessary for an and tutorials but also include seminars, Business accelerated career in management. simulations and site visits. Lectures deliver a RMIT University is recognised for its comprehensive review of the latest thinking strong links to the real working life and its and world’s best practice while tutorials responsiveness to the needs of industry. provide opportunities for facilitated discussion Together with business mentoring support, as we explore the way issues unfold in the the focus is on solving real problems and business environment. Factually based case developing practical management skills studies, a key feature of successful quality that employers will value. RMIT’s MBA will MBA programs worldwide, are an important enhance your international knowledge, component of our courses and add further perspective and readiness to work in a realism to the learning experience. global environment—in large, medium Assessment or family businesses. Assessment is undertaken via a combination Biotechnology and business Program structure of group and individual assignments, student Credit points presentations and examinations. While group GC074 Graduate Certificate in assignments are an important component of » Business and Economic Analysis 12 Biotechnology and Business every course, the focus of the assessment is CRICOS code: 040967B » Company Project 12 weighted towards individual performance. Duration: 0.5 year » Creating Strategy 12 » GD129 Graduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship and New Venture Academic entrance requirements Creation 12 Biotechnology and Business An equivalent to an Australian bachelor » Finance and Accounting for CRICOS code: 040970G degree in any discipline from a recognised Business Decisions 12 Duration: 1 year tertiary institution. Preference is given to » Global Business Context 12 MC129 Master of Biotechnology students with a grade point average (GPA) » Implementing Strategy 12 and Business of credit or equivalent. In addition, applicants » Leadership and Management 12 CRICOS code: 040972E must have no more than four fails on their » Management Decision Making 12 Duration: 1.5 years academic record to be considered for this » Managing People, Relationships City campus program. and Performance 12 Please refer to Sciences – Applied, Health » Marketing Management 12 Advanced standing and Medical on page 80. » Work and Careers 12 Upon successful completion of the one year Note: The above program structure is currently under MBA program, graduates will be eligible to Business administration review and is subject to change in 2011. For more information, please contact the Graduate School of apply for a 96 credit point exemption into MC088 Master of Business Business and Law by email [email protected] RMIT’s Master of Commerce. Successfully Administration (MBA) or www.rmit.edu.au/gradbuslaw. completing four additional courses within CRICOS code: 057049A Teaching methods six months will result in the awarding of two Duration: 1 year (3 trimesters) master degrees in 1.5 years. Taking its cues from graduate employment www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc088 Note: The sequence cannot be reversed. programs, the MBA is predicated upon a City campus structured approach to the accumulation www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters This program is a one-year full-time, of knowledge and skills. Courses are intensive qualification designed specifically sequenced, with more sophisticated analysis for today’s graduate and based on industry and deeper integration of material delivered requirements. If you are motivated to later in the program. progress your career and enhance your

Double Master in Business Options available include: Add six months full-time to your RMIT master degree and gain two qualifications. First Master Program Second Master Program (Duration: 1.5 years, except* where a 1 year duration is possible) (Duration: 6 months) RMIT University offers combined master programs to new and existing students. Master of Professional Accounting Master of Commerce Usually gained over a minimum of Master of Business (Information Technology)* Master of Commerce 24 months full-time, the programs are Master of Finance Master of Commerce based on existing structures whereby students undertake a master program and Master of Business (Logistics Management) Master of Commerce then transfer one year of credit towards Master of Business Administration (MBA)* Master of Commerce their second master program. Master of Business Administration (Executive) Master of Commerce *Conditions may apply regarding the choice of electives that can be undertaken. Master of Business (Marketing) Master of Commerce www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters

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Business administration Electives A further four electives in international (executive) In addition to the eight core courses, management are available online via our you complete four elective courses. partnership with Open Universities Australia: MC162 Master of Business » Financing International Business Administration (Executive) The GSBL offers a range of electives each CRICOS code: 058615A semester on a rotational basis. These may » International Trade Duration: 1.5 years be studied individually or grouped to form » Legal Issues in International Business specialisations in areas such as: www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc162 » Management and E-Commerce. » Entrepreneurship City campus You can also choose to undertake a » Human performance With a focus on solving realistic problems, research project as part of the elective » Innovation RMIT’s MBA (Executive) offers you an component of your program. In order to » Leadership opportunity to complement your on-the-job do this you must approach the academic » Negotiation experience with integrated and practical director with a suitable proposal. Depending A key feature of the MBA (Executive) is the learning and to increase your opportunities on the breadth of the project and your provision of a wide range of elective majors for progression in your chosen career path. previous research experience, you may be offered through other schools at RMIT*. This program provides flexibility, convenience required to undertake a research methods and choice for the busy working professional. * Availability of majors and their constituent courses course in addition to the research project. may vary from time to time. With its strong links into industry, RMIT In this way the MBA (Executive) offers Teaching methods and assessment University’s Graduate School of Business considerable flexibility to tailor your studies and Law (GSBL) has designed this program Classes in the MBA (Executive) are to suit your career plans. Sequences of four in response to the challenges of today’s designed to ensure that the learning aspect electives forming a major field of study are fast-paced and increasingly complex global of the course is paramount. Classroom available in, but not limited to: business environment. The program fosters discussion draws strongly from students’ » leadership and strategic thinking with a Applied Business Technology own experience; assignments focus on the » strong emphasis on corporate responsibility, Biotechnology Management practical application of new theory and skills; » governance and developing the softer skills Communication and Information Technology and encouragement is given to becoming » required to be a successful leader. Finance and Economics a reflective practitioner. » Human Services Management The program integrates management Our facilitated learning approach uses a » Manufacturing Management theory with practical management skills and variety of educational methods including » Marketing includes the latest technology, research and weekly evening classes (typically one- » Project Management education concepts. GSBL staff are in touch and-a-half hours), seminars (typically » Supply Management with industry needs and undertake leading three hours), weekend block classes and research and consulting. Students with a particular area of interest five-day intensive courses. Face-to-face are welcome to discuss with the School interaction is augmented by online class RMIT MBA alumni are leaders in large other possible major study areas which activity and discussion. corporations, entrepreneurial enterprises, may be available. government and the not-for-profit sector. Most assessment tasks require students The GSBL also offers international study to analyse their own practice and that of Program structure intensive tours: their organisation thus ensuring relevance. The core courses are designed to provide you » Contemporary Issues in International Depending on the courses selected, the with the necessary foundations for business Management progress will be assessed by a combination management practice. You are required to (at RMIT Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City) of group and individual assignments and commence the program with Global Business » European Management examinations. While group assignments are Context and conclude with Implementing (in partnership with L’Ecole de Management an important component of every course, Strategy. There is a recommended order for Grenoble, France) the focus of the assessment is weighted the completion of core units to ensure the These electives are delivered over five towards individual performance. effective development and application of days and students assume additional Academic entrance requirements theory and skills. costs associated with travel, accommodation and incidentals. The MBA (Executive) program has two Core courses Credit points For further information: entrance pathways: » Global Business Context 12 www.rmit.edu.au/gradbuslaw/studytours » Leadership and Management 12 Academic and work experience » Finance and Accounting for A bachelor degree in any discipline from a Business Decisions 12 recognised tertiary institution and evidence » Business and Economic Analysis 12 of substantial, relevant work experience. » Marketing Management 12 Typically this will consist of at least four years » Managing People, Relationships and experience in a managerial position after Performance 12 completion of an undergraduate degree. » Creating Strategy 12 » Implementing Strategy 12 Note: The above program structure is currently under review and is subject to change in 2011. For more information, please contact the Graduate School of Business and Law by email [email protected] or www.rmit.edu.au/gradbuslaw.

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Management and work experience Global study tours » Information Resources Management 12 » Information Systems Research Methods 12 Entry may be granted to applicants who A strong feature of the MBIT program is » Information Systems Security 12 do not have an undergraduate degree but the availability of study tours around the » can demonstrate through professional work world. Students are provided with the IT Governance and Change Management 12 » experience their capacity to successfully opportunity to globalise their studies, have an IT Industry 12 » undertake this program. Typically this would international experience at a foreign location, IT Outsourcing Issues and Management 12 » consist of at least eight to 10 years of and complete a 24-credit-point course IT Project Management 12 » business experience, at least five of which in intensive mode. Study tours combine Knowledge Management 12 » must have been in a management role. academic discipline with industry visits and Management Information Systems 12 » cultural and historical tours. Each year the Management of Computer Resources 12 Advanced standing » school conducts tours to the USA, China, Managing the Networked Enterprise 12 » Upon successful completion of the MBA Vietnam and Canada in partnership with Professional Project 12 » (Executive) program, graduates will be eligible the University of Maryland, Georgetown Records and Archives Administration 12 to apply for a 96 credit point exemption into University, Fudan University, Shanghai » Systems Analysis and Design 12 RMIT’s Master of Commerce. Successfully Institute of Foreign Trade, Ryerson University » System Dynamics Modelling 12 completing four additional courses within six and RMIT Vietnam. » Usability Analysis 12 months will result in the awarding of two Program structure Teaching methods and assessment master degrees. Teaching consists of a mix of intensive Note: The sequence cannot be reversed. Stage one Credit points periods of teaching, including lectures, » www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters Globalisation and Business IT 12 presentations, workshops and group » Three elective courses 36 work based on selected readings, which Business information technology Stage two are provided as part of the program. The exact format varies from course to course. GD145 Graduate Diploma in Business » Four elective courses 48 Emphasis is placed on group work, and on Information Technology Stage three CRICOS code: 048890J group support for independent study and » Duration: 1 year IT Strategy 12 project work outside of teaching periods. » Three elective courses 36 Courses are offered during the day and later MC094 Master of Business (Information Technology) Electives afternoon/early evening. Some advanced CRICOS code: 002665J » Advanced Database Systems 12 level electives workshops are offered over Duration: 1.5 years » Advanced Information Retrieval 12 several days and/or weekends. » MC094A Master of Business Business Background 12 Additional costs » Business Globalisation (Study Abroad) 12 (Information Technology) This program may incur extra costs for items CRICOS code: 057654B » Business Information Systems such as textbooks, program notes, field trips, Duration: 1 year (3 trimesters) Development 12 special equipment and materials. Please www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc094 » Business Intelligence 12 » Business Process Modelling 12 contact the School for details. City campus » Business Solutions Using Academic entrance requirements The Master of Business (Information Spreadsheet Models 12 An equivalent to an Australian bachelor Technology) (MBIT) is a cutting-edge » Business Systems Management 12 degree in any discipline from a recognised postgraduate program addressing » Computerised Accounting Systems 12 tertiary institution. Preference is given to information and communications technology » Decision Support Systems 12 students with a grade point average (GPA) of applications in business organisations. » E-Business Technology 12 credit or equivalent. It prepares students for careers in IT » E-Business Models and Issues 12 management, information and knowledge » E-Commerce Development 12 At the discretion of the Head of School, a management and e-business. Supported » E-Procurement and Supply Chain limited number of experienced mature age by leading-edge research addressing Technologies 12 applicants may be admitted without previous emerging IT issues, it offers a broad range of » Effective Human–Computer Interaction tertiary qualifications. electives to suit individual career aspirations. Solutions with Business Information Graduates from this program are qualified to Systems 12 undertake challenging positions in business » Electronic Publishing 12 and government organisations, and to act as » Enterprise Systems 12 catalysts of change in IT-focused, networked » Heathcare Knowledge Management 12 and digitised organisations. MBIT graduates work effectively in the public and private sectors in positions such as: IT You may also be interested in ... manager or consultant, chief information officer, e-business and e-procurement manager, RMIT code Program Page business and systems analyst or system management analyst, database administrator, MC060 Master of Computer 55 IT project manager, web developer, systems Science architect and IT contract manager. MC061 Master of Information 59 Technology MC062 Master of Computing 57

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Advanced standing for further Master of Commerce studies. » IT Strategy » Management Information Systems Upon successful completion of the Master of These are the only compulsory courses in the » Management of Computing Resources Business (Information Technology), graduates Master of Commerce. » Managing the Networked Enterprise will be eligible to apply for a 96 credit point Program structure » exemption into RMIT’s Master of Commerce. Systems Analysis and Design The program comprises 144 credit points— » Successfully completing four additional The Global Network which generally equals 12 courses, each courses within six months will result in the Communication Advertising of 12 credit points. At least nine (12 credit awarding of two master degrees. point) courses must come from postgraduate » Advertising Theory and Practice www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters courses offered by RMIT Business and » International Advertising » Professional recognition must include the two compulsory courses. Sponsorship Communication In addition, you must undertake a research » Thinking about Advertising The Master of Business (Information course worth 12 credit points. It is possible Economics and finance Technology) is accredited at professional level to choose up to three (12 credit point) » Advanced Corporate Finance (the highest level) with the Australian Computer postgraduate courses from any discipline of » Economic Analysis for Business Society (ACS), the recognised association for RMIT University. All courses chosen must » Information and Communications Technology be approved by the Master of Commerce Economics for Information Networks » (ICT) professionals. Students who wish to program coordinator. Financial Decision Making acquire ACS accreditation will be advised » Financial Econometrics to study a specific program. For further Specialist sequences » Financial Statement Analysis information on the ACS, please visit: A range of postgraduate courses are » International Finance and Asian Capital Markets www.acs.org.au. available for students within RMIT Business. » Managerial Finance » Money Markets and Fixed Income Securities Careers Individual elective sequences may be tailored from courses offered in accounting, business » Quantitative Methods MBIT graduates work effectively in the public information technology, economics, finance, Logistics management and private sectors. They are in the following logistics, management and marketing. » e-Business Supply Chain positions at organisations in Australia and You are encouraged to complete at least » International Logistics around the world: IT manager; IT consultant; one specialist sequence as part of your » Logistics Systems chief information officer; e-business and program of study. Advice on specialist » Risk Analysis and Assessment e-procurement managers; business and sequences may be sought from the Master » Supply Chain Principles systems analyst; system management of Commerce program administrator and » Transport and Physical Distribution analyst; database administrator; IT project program coordinator. manager; web developer; systems architect; Management and IT contract manager. Electives » Business Planning The following is an example of electives » Contemporary Issues in HR Management Commerce offered in the program. » Management 1—Managing People GC104 Graduate Certificate of Commerce Accounting Marketing CRICOS code: 048771E » Accounting for Management Decisions » Duration: 0.5 year Buyer Behaviour Law » Brand and Product Management GD140 Graduate Diploma of Commerce » » Business Law Market Research CRICOS code: 048770F » » Corporations Law Marketing Communications Strategy Duration: 1 year » » Legal Aspects of Company Finance Marketing Management and Implementation MC140 Master of Commerce » » Taxation Law and Practice Services Marketing and Management CRICOS code: 048769K » Strategic Planning in Marketing Duration: 1.5 years Business information technology Teaching methods www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc140 » Advanced Database Systems City campus » Anthropology of Services Science Teaching consists of a mix of intensive periods of teaching, including lectures, The Master of Commerce students design » Business Background presentations, workshops and group work their own program of study tailored to » Business Information Systems Development based on selected readings. Classes may their career aspirations. You can select an » Business Intelligence be held during the evenings, or as full day appropriate set of postgraduate courses » Business Solutions Using Spreadsheet Models or weekend sessions at the Melbourne primarily from those offered by RMIT » Business Systems Management City campus. The exact format varies from Business. The selection depends on your » Computerised Accounting Systems course to course. You might be required satisfying each course’s prerequisite entry » Decision Support Systems to undertake solo or group work, and criteria and is based on guidance and » e-Business Models and Issues independent study and project work assistance from academic staff. » e-Business Technology » outside of teaching periods. The compulsory introductory courses that e-Commerce Development each Master of Commerce student must » Electronic Publishing complete are Business and Government in » Globalisation and Business IT a Global Context, and Professional Business » Heathcare Knowledge Management Practice. These courses provide you with » Information Systems Research a basis for understanding contemporary » Information Systems Security business issues, and a robust foundation » IT Project Management » The IT Industry

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Academic entrance requirements Electives Professional recognition An equivalent to an Australian bachelor » Financial Statement Analysis 12 Upon successful completion of the Master of degree in any discipline from a recognised » Corporate Governance and Finance, graduates will meet the education tertiary institution. Preference is given to Financial Strategy* 12 requirements for the Senior Associate (SA Fin) students with a grade point average (GPA) » Strategy Asset Allocation 12 of FINSIA and can become a Certified Finance of credit or equivalent. » Funds Management 12 and Treasury Professional (CFTP) of the » Economic Analysis for Business 12 Finance and Treasury Association. Additional costs » Applied Macroeconomics 12 Careers Depending on the selection of courses » Applied Microeconomics 12 undertaken in this program, students » Econometric Techniques 12 Graduates of this degree will work in the may incur extra costs for items such as » Financial Economics 12 financial sector or in the treasury/finance textbooks, program notes, field trips, » Public Sector Economics 12 functions of large or small corporations. special equipment and materials. Each » Legal Aspects of Company Finance** 12 Prospective job roles include finance director, specific course coordinator will inform or any business elective course treasurer, banker, stockbroker, financier, the student of extra charges. working capital specialist, credit manager, * Students must apply to take this course and places will financial analyst and fund manager. be allocated on academic merit. Finance ** Students must take Legal Aspects of Company Information management MC091 Master of Finance Finance if they have not taken a similar course in their undergraduate studies. Should this course not be CRICOS code: 002725B offered in a particular semester, a comparable course GD088 Graduate Diploma in Information Duration: 1.5 years will be offered. Management CRICOS code: 039479F www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc091 Teaching methods Duration: 1 year City campus Intensive teaching will involve participation The Master of Finance aims to provide you MC179 Master of Information Management in classes over a maximum of three CRICOS code: 068392F with the practical and theoretical knowledge Saturdays per course in any semester, Duration: 1.5 years and skills to enable you to become a literate although two Saturdays per course should City campus and analytical practitioner and/or researcher be regarded as being the usual expectation. in finance. The program offers the following A detailed teaching timetable will be Postgraduate study in information distinctive features: available at enrolment. management will provide you with valuable » a basic understanding of the principles new skills and understanding. You will be Assessment of finance equipped as an information professional to meet contemporary technological, » an opportunity to undertake research Your progress is assessed by assignments, class participation, syndicate projects and marketing, and accountability challenges. » a strong emphasis on the use of final examination. Postgraduate study in information econometrics to analyse financial markets management gives you a mixture of practical Academic entrance requirements » access to comprehensive financial and management skills that will assist you databases » A bachelor degree in a business field or a in your professional development. The » workshops and seminars in finance bachelor degree that includes quantitative challenge for most information professionals subjects (for example, engineering, is to learn about new information » an opportunity to use sophisticated mathematics or IT) from a recognised management opportunities that use IT, how software for option simulations, tertiary institution to assess options, and how to manage the treasury dealing, financial engineering » impact of new information-based products and risk management. Applicants should have appropriate computer skills and services. Program structure » Students who are full members of The Master of Information Management produces graduates who: Year one Credit points CPA Australia or have completed CFA » » Corporate Finance 12 Level 1 may be eligible for up to three understand the principles and practices » Financial Econometrics 12 course exemptions of information management » » International Finance 12 Advanced standing exercise informed judgement to meet the » Money Markets and Fixed Income information needs of their clients Upon successful completion of the Master Securities 12 » understand the social and ethical issues of Finance, graduates will be eligible to » Quantitative Methods in Finance 12 related to information provision » Risk Management and Financial apply for a 96 credit point exemption into » use appropriate technology in the Engineering 12 RMIT’s Master of Commerce. Successfully development of information services » Two electives 24 completing four additional courses within six months will result in the awarding of two » are ready to actively participate in the Year two master degrees. knowledge economy » Research Project in Finance 36 Note: The sequence of study cannot be » have sufficient practice and experience » One elective course 12 reversed, the Master of Finance must be to ensure they have appropriate skills. or completed first. » Research Issues in Finance 12 www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters » Three elective courses 36

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Program structure Work-integrated learning management, with a strong accent on bringing theories to bear on practices. Graduate diploma Credit points A compulsory work experience component Our objective is to enable you to conduct » Document Management 1 12 is the equivalent of three weeks of full-time a critical examination of all factors that » Information Centre Management 12 work. This can be taken at midyear or at the constitute a supply chain. In addition » Information Organisation in Libraries 12 end of the year. Students with appropriate to studying supply chain concepts, you » Information Provision 1 12 experience may seek an exemption from will consider the relationship of specific » Document Management 2 12 this placement. logistics operations to the supply chain, the » Information Provision 2 12 Professional recognition measurement of logistics performance, and » Professional Issues and Practice 12 Graduates are eligible for professional the management of operations in a distribution » Select one elective from list under master 12 membership of the Australian Library and environment. It is ideally suited to people Master Information Association (ALIA), provided who have business or military experience, Complete 48 credit points (4 courses) the recommended pathway is followed, including management responsibility for from the following: as described. Victoria’s Department of aspects of logistics operations, supply » Recreational Literature 12 Education and Training also recognises chain management and systems. » Advanced Information Retrieval 12 the graduate diploma. Students are also Program structure » Records Management and Archive eligible for membership of the Institute Administration 1 12 for Information Management. Core courses Credit points » » The Global Network 12 Careers Accounting for Management Decisions 12 » Information Project 12 » Applied Data Interpretation and » Professional Project 12 RMIT graduates work as information, Utilisation 12 » Electronic Publishing 12 document and records managers, » Colloquium in Contemporary Logistics ^ » Knowledge Management 12 librarians, archivists, teacher librarians, and Supply Chain Practices 12 » * » Healthcare Knowledge Management 12 community information officers, database Logistics Practice Workshop 12 specialists, research and information » Logistics Systems 12 You also have the option of completing a analysts, in private industry, government » Practice-Based Logistics minor thesis. Selection of other courses and semi-government bodies, universities, Research Project 1 12 from the Master of Business (Information schools, and professional associations. » Practice-Based Logistics Technology) can be arranged subject Some operate as independent information Research Project 2 12 to approval. brokers or consultants. Postgraduate study » Strategic Supply Chain Management 12 www.rmit.edu.au/businessitlogistics in information management can also open » Supply Chain Principles 12 the door to careers in electronic document Teaching methods and assessment Electives management with application in an Select three courses In 2010 the master program will be offered increasing number of areas such as » via face-to-face and online teaching modes. E-Business Supply Chains 12 litigation support, health and welfare, » Each face-to-face course usually involves International Logistics 12 public administration and a variety of » three hours of class contact—a lecture Managing Supply Contracts 12 industry groups. » plus tutorial—per week or equivalent, and Marketing Management and Implementation 12 approximately six hours of out-of-class Logistics management » Reverse Logistics and the Environment 12 preparation and assignment work. » Risk Analysis and Assessment 12 Online study requires similar time MC101 Master of Business (Logistics Management) » Transport and Physical Distribution 12 commitment—approximately nine hours CRICOS code: 012966B * Core course for students with less than two years of study per course, per week. Online of relevant work experience. Duration: 1.5 years study is conducted through the RMIT ^ For students with two or more years of relevant www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc101 Learning Hubs. Students will be expected work experience. to work independently and in groups City campus Note: This program is currently being renewed. The courses offered will change but the overall program using technologies available through The Master of Business (Logistics structure will not. the Learning Hubs. Management) provides you with a Full-time students should expect to make practical and theoretical approach to Teaching methods a consistent commitment of approximately understanding the forces underlying the Courses are delivered in intensive workshop 40 hours each week to cover attendance at functions and operations of logistics and mode. Workshops are usually held over three classes and to complete degree requirements supply chain management. It offers a to four days with additional tutorials held in (20 hours per week for part-time students). broad-based, capability-driven curriculum mid-semester for each course. Face-to-face classes are usually offered in aimed at enriching your skills in meeting the late afternoon/early evening. the challenges of global and domestic markets in the face of a rapidly changing Academic entrance requirements business environment. It places strong An equivalent to an Australian bachelor emphasis on addressing the strategic degree in any discipline from a recognised factors of servicing customers through You may also be interested in ... tertiary institution. Preference is given to the activities of dynamic and complex students with a grade point average (GPA) supply chains. RMIT code Program Page of credit or equivalent. The courses offered blend theories, MC054 Master of Engineering 68 methods, and techniques within the (Integrated Logistics context of logistics and supply chain Management)

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Depending on courses selected, student MC103 Master of Business (Marketing) Select 36 credit points progress is usually assessed by a CRICOS code: 014892K » Brand and Product Management 12 combination of group and individual Duration: 1.5 years » Competitive Business to Business assignments and examination. www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc103 Marketing 12 » Contemporary Marketing Seminar Series 12 Academic entrance requirements City campus » International Marketing 12 One of the following: The Master of Business (Marketing) program » Online Marketing 12 » A bachelor degree in logistics and supply addresses the need for high-level expertise in » Sales Negotiation and Management 12 chain, transport, business management, marketing, specifically for managers whose » Services Marketing and Management 12 engineering and science, economics, career development and interests are leading » Special Marketing Topic 12 planning or geography from a recognised into marketing management. If the position Teaching methods tertiary institution. Preference is given to requires an in-depth appreciation of the role students with a grade point average (GPA) of marketing in the overall success of the Courses are mostly offered in the evening of credit or equivalent organisation, then students would benefit and occasionally on weekends. » from this program. Defence personnel above the rank Assessment of captain with five years’ logistics You will have opportunities to: Depending on courses selected, your operations management experience may » increase your knowledge of the marketing progress is assessed by a combination apply for entrance and will be considered concepts, techniques and issues relevant of group and individual assignments after an interview to managers » and examination. Applicants holding a management position » acquire knowledge and understanding of with more than 10 years’ business/ the role of marketing and its relationships Academic entrance requirements military experience, including management with other important functional areas At least one year of practical business responsibility for an aspect of logistics in management experience in a business or marketing operations and systems. Some form of » develop the ability to apply your expertise related environment is required after the management education is preferred and knowledge to planning, directing, completion of an undergraduate degree. Note: Admission to the program is on a competitive implementing, monitoring and controlling The work experience criterion is an basis. Applicants will be evaluated against a number of essential prerequisite for the program. criteria, including performance in previous studies and an organisation’s marketing effort years of relevant work experience. » identify personal skills required and Special entry may be granted to applicants Advanced standing improve personal management who do not possess the basic entrance qualifications but who can demonstrate Upon successful completion of the Master of competencies through previous study and/or professional Business (Logistics Management), graduates » develop the ability to design and work experience (8–10 years) their capacity will be eligible to apply for a 96 credit point undertake appropriate research into to successfully undertake this program. exemption into RMIT’s Master of Commerce. sophisticated marketing decision- Successfully completing four additional making situations An interview may be conducted as part of the selection process. courses within six months will result in the » develop an appreciation of the global Students enrolled in the Master of Business awarding of two master degrees. potential of an organisation (Marketing) may apply for early exit and www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters » expand your range of knowledge and be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Professional recognition capabilities by studying non-marketing Marketing (four courses—48 credit points) courses in the program. The Master of Business (Logistics or Graduate Diploma in Marketing (eight Management) is accredited by the Chartered Program structure courses—96 credit points). Institute of Purchasing and Supply. Advanced standing Core courses Credit points Careers » Accounting for Management Decisions 12 Upon successful completion of the Master Students who intend to advance their careers » Buyer Behaviour 12 of Business (Marketing), graduates will in the supply chain or logistics field, or » Managing Human Performance 12 be eligible to apply for a 96 credit point undertake studies to change career paths are » Marketing Communication Strategy 12 exemption into RMIT’s Master of Commerce. generally enrolled in this program. Graduates » Marketing Management and Successfully completing four additional may expect to be employed in a wide range Implementation 12 courses within six months will result in the of industries locally and overseas. » Marketing Research and Forecasting 12 awarding of two master degrees. » Practice-Based Marketing Research www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters Project 1 12 Note: The sequence of study cannot be reversed. » Practice-Based Marketing Research Project 2 12 Professional recognition » Strategic Planning in Marketing 12 Students who successfully complete the degree qualify for membership of the Australian Marketing Institute, the Market Research Society of Australia, and the Marketing Association of Australia and New Zealand.

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Careers Teaching methods Careers Program participants come from a very wide A variety of teaching and learning Graduates may gain employment in various range of backgrounds and industries. During techniques are used in the delivery of sectors including: the program all are generally employed full- the program including: » public accounting practice, supporting time. The program enhances opportunities to: » workshops staff teams in areas such as auditing, » obtain promotion and more senior » team projects taxation, management consulting, positions business services and receivership » lectures and tutorials » be more effective in a marketing role » commercial and government organisations » research projects. » contribute more to specific marketing in roles such as treasury, internal audit, activities. Assessment strategic business planning, financial reporting and management accounting. There are a variety of assessment methods Professional accounting including essays, projects and examinations. Employment opportunities for accountants are diverse and span a wide range of roles MC083 Master of Professional Accounting Academic entrance requirements in diverse settings: CRICOS code: 035363F A bachelor degree in any discipline other » reporting to senior management on the Duration: 1.5 years than accounting from a recognised resources of the organisation www.rmit.edu.au/programs/mc083 tertiary institution. » monitoring the cash flow and financial City campus Students who have completed a degree from resources of the organisation The Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) an Australian university with an accounting » advising business on strategies for is designed for graduates of non-accounting major will not be considered for admission. increased profits—providing financial disciplines who wish to broaden their career Advanced standing advice prospects. It provides students with practical » and theoretical knowledge, skills and Upon successful completion of the Master of preparing financial reports, reconciling expertise to enable them to become a literate Professional Accounting, graduates will be accounts and maintaining registers and and analytical practitioner in accounting. eligible to apply for a 96 credit point exemption records Graduates from the MPA gain employment into RMIT’s Master of Commerce. Successfully » evaluating business plans in various sectors including: completing four additional courses within » refining financial systems six months will result in the awarding of two » public accounting practice, supporting » master degrees. providing taxation advice staff teams in areas such as auditing, » running a small business taxation, management consulting, www.rmit.edu.au/bus/doublemasters business services and receivership Note: The sequence of study cannot be reversed, Master of Professional Accounting must be completed first. » commercial and government organisations in roles such as treasury, internal audit, Professional recognition strategic business planning, financial The MPA is specifically designed to comply reporting and management accounting. with the accreditation requirements of the Program structure professional accounting bodies in Australia: CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered The MPA comprises six core courses and six Accountants in Australia. Successful elective courses. The following is an example completion of eight specific courses within of a typical 12 course program. the MPA entitles students to apply for Six core courses Credit points associate membership of CPA Australia, the » Introduction to Financial Accounting 12 Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia » Business and Corporations Law 12 and the National Institute of Accountants. » Management and Cost Accounting 12 Students must then undertake the chosen » Accounting for Corporations 12 professional body’s qualification program and » Financial Decision Making 12 gain three years’ relevant practical experience » Contemporary Accounting Thought 12 to gain full membership. Six elective courses » Economic Analysis for Business 12 » Taxation Law and Practice 12 » Quantitative Methods for Accounting 12 » Auditing and Assurance Services 12 » Strategic Info Systems and Accounting 12 » General Elective 12

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Accounting methodology of the research and the Business information systems expected outcome MR072 Master of Business – Accountancy MR076 Master of Business – » CRICOS code: 002724C All research applications are subject to Business Information Systems Duration: 2 years the availability of an academic supervisor CRICOS code: 002724C Duration: 2 years DR075 Doctor of Philosophy (Accountancy) Business DR077 Doctor of Philosophy (Business Information Systems) CRICOS code: 065710K MR081 Master of Business – Business CRICOS code: 065715E Duration: 4 years CRICOS code: 002724C Duration: 4 years www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr075 Duration: 2 years www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr077 City campus DR076 Doctor of Philosophy (Business) The broad research specialisations covered CRICOS code: 065719A City campus by accounting include accounting education; Duration: 4 years The major areas of research interest in auditing; financial accounting; social and www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr076 business IT are digital economy, IT policy, mobile technologies, social networking environmental accountability and reporting; City campus and corporate governance. technologies, human computer interaction, Applications are welcomed from graduates e-health, green IT, systems evaluation The research for a Master of Business (by with a research interest in a range of aspects research) should demonstrate a thorough and modelling, knowledge management, of business management, including business and supply chain and logistics research. understanding of the relevant field of study, ethics, business modelling, business strategy, must be undertaken competently and must The school also has an interest in human- leadership, organisational change, innovation computer interaction (HCI) and in various result in a discernible contribution in the field and entrepreneurship, and computer law. of study concerned. aspects of information management. The Academic entrance requirements Doctor of Philosophy requires a more The Doctor of Philosophy requires a more substantial and rigorous research project substantial and rigorous research project Master than the Master of Business (by research). than the Master of Business (by research). » Tertiary qualification in the related Academic entrance requirements Academic entrance requirements discipline equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree with a credit average Master Master » Students with extensive knowledge » Tertiary qualification in the related » Tertiary qualification in the related and experience in the field of study discipline equivalent to an Australian discipline equivalent to an Australian sufficient to undertake the program bachelor degree with a credit average bachelor degree with a credit average may also be considered » Students with extensive knowledge » Students with extensive knowledge and » Research Topic Proposal – the research and experience in the field of study experience in the field of study sufficient proposal should indicate the area sufficient to undertake the program to undertake the program may also of research to be undertaken, the may also be considered be considered methodology of the research and » Research Topic Proposal – the research » Research Topic Proposal – the research the expected outcome proposal should indicate the area proposal should indicate the area » All research applications are subject to of research to be undertaken, the of research to be undertaken, the the availability of an academic supervisor methodology of the research and methodology of the research and the expected outcome the expected outcome PhD » All research applications are subject to » All research applications are subject to » Tertiary qualification in the related the availability of an academic supervisor the availability of an academic supervisor discipline equivalent to one of the following Australian degrees: PhD PhD » Honours degree with a first class or » Tertiary qualification in the related » Tertiary qualification in the related second upper score discipline equivalent to one of the discipline equivalent to one of the » following Australian degrees: following Australian degrees: Master by research » » Honours degree with a first class or » Honours degree with a first class or Master by coursework that includes a second upper score second upper score research program component with a duration of at least one semester » Master by research » Master by research » Students with extensive knowledge » Master by coursework that includes a » Master by coursework that includes a and experience in the field of study research program component with research program component with sufficient to undertake the program a duration of at least one semester a duration of at least one semester. may also be considered » Students with extensive knowledge » Students with extensive knowledge » Research Topic Proposal – the research and experience in the field of study and experience in the field of study proposal should indicate the area sufficient to undertake the program sufficient to undertake the program of research to be undertaken, the may also be considered may also be considered methodology of the research and » Research Topic Proposal – the research the expected outcome proposal should indicate the area of » All research applications are subject to research to be undertaken, the the availability of an academic supervisor

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» Research Topic Proposal – the research PhD PhD and master by research programs aim proposal should indicate the area to foster knowledge and skills in graduates, » Tertiary qualification in the related of research to be undertaken, the discipline equivalent to one of the equipping them to undertake independent methodology of the research and following Australian degrees: research; to provide you with an opportunity the expected outcome to pursue a topic of interest; and to develop » Honours degree with a first class or » concepts and to test theories, thereby making All research applications are subject to second upper score the availability of an academic supervisor a significant contribution to knowledge. » Master by research The research for a Master of Business (by Economics and finance » Master by coursework that includes a research) should demonstrate a thorough research program component with understanding of the relevant field of study, MR075 Master of Business – a duration of at least one semester must be undertaken competently, and must Economics and Finance » Students with extensive knowledge result in a discernible contribution in the field CRICOS code: 002724C and experience in the field of study of study concerned. Duration: 2 years sufficient to undertake the program The Doctor of Philosophy requires a more DR078 Doctor of Philosophy may also be considered substantial and rigorous research project (Economics and Finance) » than the Master of Business (by research). CRICOS code: 065714F Research Topic Proposal – the research Duration: 4 years proposal should indicate the area Academic entrance requirements www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr078 of research to be undertaken, the methodology of the research and Master City campus the expected outcome The possession of an appropriate first degree The broad research specialisations covering » All research applications are subject to from RMIT or equivalent with at least a credit economics and finance currently include: the availability of an academic supervisor average in the final undergraduate year; microeconomics; macroeconomics; or evidence of experience which satisfies econometrics; finance; capital markets and Logistics RMIT that the applicant has developed a financial institutions; financial instruments; knowledge of the field of study sufficient international monetary economics; and MR079 Master of Business – Logistics to undertake the proposed program. industrial economics. CRICOS code: 002724C The research for a Master of Business (by Duration: 2 years research) should demonstrate a thorough DR079 Doctor of Philosophy (Logistics) understanding of the relevant field of study, CRICOS code: 065718B must be undertaken competently and must Duration: 4 years result in a discernible contribution in the field www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr079 of study concerned. City campus The Doctor of Philosophy requires a more The broad research specialisations covering substantial and rigorous research project than logistics include: the Master of Business (by research). » complexity and supply chain risk As part of both the Master of Business (by research) and the Doctor of Philosophy » e-supply chain solution and collaboration programs, you are required to complete a » freight logistics and warehousing one semester business research methods » global supply chain design and unit (Business Research Methods). optimisation Academic entrance requirements » lean logistics Master » lean six-sigma and quality management » » Tertiary qualification in the related port management and maritime logistics discipline equivalent to an Australian » retail logistics and supply chain simulation Student profile bachelor degree with a credit average » reverse logistics and green supply chain Mohit Marfatia, India » Students with extensive knowledge » strategic procurement and low-cost Master of Finance and experience in the field of study country sourcing sufficient to undertake the program ‘I have been working in the banking » tourism and humanitarian logistics may also be considered industry for two years as a Financial » transport planning and spatial modelling. » Research Topic Proposal – the research Advisor and wanted to further my career proposal should indicate the area in this field. The Master of Finance offers of research to be undertaken, the the best scope and the best facilities in methodology of the research and the field. the expected outcome ‘RMIT University gives students exciting » All research applications are subject to and varied career opportunities, boasts the availability of an academic supervisor academics that are influential within industry, and allows students access to the latest computer technology with the Financial Markets Simulator to support their studies.’

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PhD PhD » electronic marketing » The possession of an honours degree (first » Tertiary qualification in the related integrated marketing communications class or second upper) or master by research discipline equivalent to one of the » macro marketing from RMIT or another university; or master following Australian degrees: » product innovation by coursework which includes a research » Honours degree with a first class or » service quality program with a duration of at least one second upper score » services marketing semester; the possession of such other » Master by research » social marketing qualification which is accepted by RMIT as » sponsorship equivalent or superior to the above degrees. » Master by coursework that includes a » Applicants with a Master of Business by research program component with word of mouth. coursework (including MBA) are usually a duration of at least one semester Academic entrance requirements required to enrol in a Master of Business » Students with extensive knowledge (by research) in the first instance. and experience in the field of study Master Transfer from the Master of Business (by sufficient to undertake the program » Tertiary qualification in the related research) to a PhD is then possible when may also be considered discipline equivalent to an Australian criteria related to sound progress are met. » Research Topic Proposal – the research bachelor degree with a credit average In these circumstances, the period enrolled proposal should indicate the area » Students with extensive knowledge as a master candidate will be counted of research to be undertaken, the and experience in the field of study towards the doctoral program. methodology of the research and sufficient to undertake the program Relevant work experience is also taken the expected outcome may also be considered into account for both programs. » All research applications are subject to » Research Topic Proposal – the research the availability of an academic supervisor proposal should indicate the area Management of research to be undertaken, the methodology of the research and MR073 Master of Business – Management Marketing CRICOS code: 002724C the expected outcome. MR078 Master of Business – Marketing » Duration: 2 years CRICOS code: 002724C All research applications are subject to DR080 Doctor of Philosophy Duration: 2 years the availability of an academic supervisor (Management) DR081 Doctor of Philosophy (Marketing) PhD CRICOS code: 065713G CRICOS code: 065716D Duration: 4 years » Tertiary qualification in the related Duration: 4 years www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr080 discipline equivalent to one of the www.rmit.edu.au/programs/dr081 following Australian degrees City campus City campus » Honours degree with a first class or Applications are welcomed from graduates The principal aims of the PhD and master by second upper score with a research interest in a range of research programs are to foster knowledge aspects of business management within » Master by research and skills in graduates, equipping them to the broad fields of employment relations, » undertake independent research; to provide Master by coursework that includes a entrepreneurship and innovation, global students with an opportunity to pursue a research program component with business, logistics and supply chain, and topic of interest; and to develop concepts a duration of at least one semester organisational behaviour and theory. and to test theories, thereby making a » Students with extensive knowledge Academic entrance requirements significant contribution to knowledge. and experience in the field of study The research for a master degree by sufficient to undertake the program Master research should demonstrate a thorough may also be considered Master by research understanding of the relevant field of study » Research Topic Proposal – the research » Tertiary qualification in the related and must be undertaken competently to proposal should indicate the area discipline equivalent to an Australian result in a discernable contribution in the of research to be undertaken, the bachelor degree with a credit average field of study concerned. methodology of the research and the expected outcome » Students with extensive knowledge The Doctor of Philosophy requires a more and experience in the field of study substantial and rigorous research project than » All research applications are subject to sufficient to undertake the program the master by research. the availability of an academic supervisor may also be considered As part of both the master by research and » Research Topic Proposal – the research the Doctor of Philosophy programs, you proposal should indicate the area are required to complete a one semester of research to be undertaken, the Business Research Methods. methodology of the research and Research specialisations include: the expected outcome » branding » All research applications are subject to » business to business marketing the availability of an academic supervisor » buyer behaviour » consumer behaviour » customer behaviour » customer relationship management

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Student visas Australian Government regulations Students with families It is important to note that students on student visas Postgraduate students wishing to bring studying on a student visa are subject Students are granted a student visa their spouse or children to Australia will to Australian Government regulations. subject to a number of conditions. need to prove that they can support Students in Australia who hold a different Students must: them financially (including the payment visa type must contact the Department of annual school fees). » of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) maintain enrolment in a full-time registered program Full-time education is compulsory for regarding their eligibility to study. all children in Victoria from the age of » ensure they take no more than The process of obtaining a visa is five to 15 years. For further information, 25 per cent of their program online. different for each country. For further please refer to your nearest Australian In any semester, at least one face- information, please contact one of diplomatic post, or the Department of to-face course must be taken in the following: Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). conjunction with online courses » Australian diplomatic post » maintain satisfactory course Tuition fee exemption for dependants » Australian Education Centre requirements such as academic Dependants of international postgraduate » RMIT University International Services. progress and attendance research students receive full exemption When submitting a student visa » keep RMIT notified of their address, from tuition fees in government primary application, students may be required and any change of address within and secondary schools. The exemption to submit the following: seven days applies to dependants of postgraduate research students enrolled at Victorian » » maintain OSHC application fee for a student visa tertiary institutions in doctoral or master » have the financial ability to meet likely » RMIT University offer letter by research degree courses, who hold costs in Australia (including travel, » electronic Confirmation of Enrolment a Subclass 574 Visa issued on or after tuition and living expenses) (eCoE) 1 July 2004. This fee exemption came » ensure any family members of school » official RMIT receipt showing payment into place on 1 January 2006. Please age attend school in Australia. of program fees and Overseas note that the exemption does not apply Student Health Cover (OSHC) www.immi.gov.au/students retrospectively (that is, no refunds can be » evidence of English language A description of the Australian made for tuition that took place before proficiency Government’s legal framework to 1 January 2006). There is no restriction on the number of dependants. » proof of financial capacity ensure quality education and consumer protection for international students is » certificate of medical check-up by The exemption applies for the duration available at www.aei.gov.au/AEI/ESOS . an approved doctor of the Subclass 574 Visa. In the event of a student acquiring a different visa » other relevant documents subject subclass, they may be required to pay to the relevant Country Assessment tuition fees for their dependants. Level criteria. Postgraduate research students whose children are exempt from tuition fees should apply to the Department of Education and Training for a school place in the normal way, by completing the Victorian Government Schools Application Form. Please consult the web site below for further information. www.study.vic.gov.au

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A Engineering disciplines M Accounting, 104 Chemical, refer to ‘Chemical engineering’ Management, 106 Advertising, 47 Civil, refer to ‘Civil engineering’ Manufacturing, 69 Aerospace engineering, 76 Computer, refer to ‘Computer engineering’ Manufacturing systems, 78 Aircraft maintenance management, 62 Electrical, refer to ‘Electrical engineering’ Marketing, 102, 106 Anatomy and physiology, 90 Electrical and Computer, refer to ‘Electrical and Mathematics, 78 computer engineering’ Animation and interactive media, 51 Mechanical engineering, 79 Electronic, refer to ‘Electronic engineering’ Applied biology and biotechnology, 90 Medical and health physics, 92 Environment, refer to ‘Environmental engineering’ Applied chemistry, 76 Medical laboratory science, 93 Management, refer to ‘Engineering management’ Applied human rights, 35 Medical radiations, 85 Mechanical, refer to ‘Mechanical engineering’ Applied physics, 76 Medical radiations science, 93 Microelectronic, refer to ‘Microelectronic Architecture, 18, 24 engineering’ Microelectronic engineering, 70 Architecture and design, 24 Network, refer to ‘Network engineering’ Midwifery, 86 Art in public space, 18 Systems, refer to ‘Systems engineering’ N Arts management, 19 Engineering management, 66 Network engineering, 70 Automotive Engineering, refer to ‘International Enterprise architecture, 57 automotive engineering’ Nursing, 87, 93 Environmental engineering, 78 Aviation industry management, 62 Environment and planning, 30 Aviation safety and risk management, 63 O Aviation supply chain management, 63 F Osteopathic science, 94 Osteopathy, 88 B Fashion, 25 Fashion and textiles, 19 Bioinformatics, 64 P Finance, 100 Biomolecular technologies, 64 Photography, 52 Fine art, 20, 26 Biotechnology, 80 Policy and human services, 41 Food science, 91 Biotechnology and business, 81, 96 Professional accounting, 103 Food science and technology, 82 Business, 104 Project management, 32 Food technology, 91 Business administration, 96 Property, 33 Business administration (executive), 97 G Property, construction and project management, 34 Business information systems, 104 Psychology, 88, 89 Geospatial information, 67 Business information technology, 98 Psychology and intellectual disability, 94 Graphic Communication, refer to ‘Graphic design’ C Graphic design, 21, 22 S Chemical engineering, 77 H Social science, 46 Chinese medicine, 90 Social work, 42 Human movement, 92 Chiropractic, osteopathic and Statistics and operations research, 71, 79 Human rights, refer to ‘Applied human rights’ Chinese medicine, 91 Statistics (business), 71 Chiropractic science, 91 I Surveying, geomatics and cartography, 79 Civil engineering, 77 Sustainable energy, 72 Clinical chiropractic, 81 Industrial design, 27 Industrial education and training, 40 Sustainable practice, 73 Commerce, 99 Systems engineering, 74 Communication, 47 Information management, 100 Communication design, 25 Information security and assurance, 58 T Information technology, 59 Communication studies, 51 Telecommunication engineering, 75 Integrated logistics management, 68 Computer engineering, 55 Tertiary teaching and learning, 43 Computer science, 55, 61 Interpreting and translating, refer to ‘Translating and interpreting studies’ Textile design, 29 Computer science research, 56 Interior design, 28 Textiles, 29 Computing, 57 International automotive engineering, 68 Translating and interpreting studies, 43 Creative media, 48, 52 International development, 40 Creative writing, 52 International urban and environmental U Criminal justice administration, 35 management, 31 Urban and Environmental Management, refer to Internet and web computing, 59 ‘International urban and environmental management’ E Early childhood teaching, 36 J Economics and finance, 105 Journalism, 49 Education, 36, 45 Educational leadership and management, 39 L Education (early childhood), 37 Laboratory medicine, 83, 84 Education (primary), 38 Landscape architecture, 22, 28 Education (secondary), 38 Logistics, 105 Electrical and computer engineering, 77 Logistics (by research), refer to ‘Logistics’ Electrical engineering, 66 Logistics management, 101 Electronic engineering, 65

108 STATEMENT ON THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE AT RMIT UNIVERSITY

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Date of issue: AUGUST 2010 Every effort has been made to ensure the information contained in this publication is accurate and current at the date of printing. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the RMIT University web site before lodging your application. RMIT University CRICOS Provider Code: 00122A. Working with industry to provide career-driven, technology-oriented 10978 0810 education for tomorrow’s leaders.