RMIT Archives Collection
Summary information on the records collection of RMIT Archives and access to records collection guides.
Coverage of Collection
The collection maintained by the RMIT Archives includes records of either permanent or high evidential value from the functions and activities performed throughout RMIT University that include, but are not limited to:
- Policies and strategies;
- Administrative structures, reviews, procedures, and transactions;
- Programs and courses;
- Research and development;
- Teaching and learning;
- Staff management and services;
- Student management and services;
- Buildings and surroundings;
- Social and cultural events;
- Clubs and societies; and
- Community partnerships and contributions.
The collection covers a lengthy period in time from the commencement of the Working Men’s College in 1887 until present day. Furthermore, records collections from other educational institutions that have merged with RMIT University throughout its history are also documented by the collection; these educational institutions include:
- State College of Victoria (Coburg);
- Preston Institute of Technology;
- Phillip Institute of Technology;
- Emily McPherson College;
- Melbourne College of Printing and Graphic Arts; and
- Melbourne Institute of Textiles.
RMIT University - Merged Institutes and Colleges (PDF 16kb)
Collection Summary
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Photographic Collection
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Collection of photographs and drawings dating from circa. 1887 to present day. These images illustrate the significant contribution to education and training by RMIT University, as well as the development of technology. In some instances, these images capture significant Melbourne landscapes.
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Prospectus Books, Calendars & Handbooks
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Annual publications dating from 1887 that provide comprehensive information about programs and courses, teaching and administrative structures and procedures, and services provided to students. Incorporates educational institutions that have merged with RMIT University
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Correspondence & Subject Files
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Collectively, these record keeping systems provide evidence of key decisions made throughout the history of RMIT University. Covers a myriad of subjects.
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Committees & Boards
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Meeting papers from the many committees and boards established throughout the history of RMIT University. Meeting papers document key decision-making.
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Magazines, Newsletters & Journals
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Many publications produced throughout the history of RMIT University that illustrate life at RMIT from both a student and staff perspective.
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Staff & Student Administration Records
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Large collections of records that provide details on individuals who have studied or worked at RMIT University throughout its history.
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Collection Guides
To further define the types of records collections held by the RMIT Archives, a number of collection guides are becoming available over time.
These guides will assist users to identify records collections relevant to their inquiries.
Student Records (PDF 64b)
Phillip Institute of Technology (PDF 28kb)
Melbourne Institute of Textiles (PDF 12kb)
Melbourne College of Printing and Graphic Arts (PDF 12kb)
Graduation Lists (PDF 23mb)
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