Capital works program

RMIT University has embarked upon a $500 million capital works program, which will be rolled out over a five-year period.

This represents the largest expenditure on capital works in RMIT’s 121-year history.

One of RMIT’s key objectives is to continuously improve upon its suite of learning, teaching and research spaces so that students and staff can enjoy world-class, state-of-the-art facilities that are engaging, sustainable and safe.

The capital works program will:

• Introduce two architecturally innovative buildings to the City campus – the Swanston Academic building and the Design Hub
• Employ environmentally sustainable design practices for new and refurbished buildings;
• Consolidate Schools within the same Academic Portfolio across clusters of closely grouped buildings;
• Roll out major, state-of-the-art learning, teaching and research facilities across the City, Bundoora and Brunswick campuses;
• Provide facilities that enhance staff and student connectivity and interdisciplinary interaction;
• Upgrade and expand current student services including the Library and retail outlets;
• Provide new staff accommodation; and
• Develop outdoor recreation spaces, including sporting facilities and student and staff lawns.