Pathways

Pathways

You’ve got the dreams, RMIT’s got the pathways. Learn about the individual and packaged pathways that will lead you to the perfect RMIT course.

You’ve got the dreams, RMIT’s got the pathways. Learn about the individual and packaged pathways that will lead you to the perfect RMIT course.

What is a pathway and how do they work?

A university pathway is a study option that can lead to your dream course. Pathways usually begin with a diploma or advanced diploma and eventually lead you to an undergraduate degree. Depending on the courses involved in the pathway, progressing to an undergraduate can take between six months and two years. 

Pathways can help you achieve your study goals, even if you don’t meet the course requirements for your ideal course. They can also help you gain additional credentials and experiences along the way, such as a certificate or diploma.

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Pathway options at RMIT

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Guaranteed Pathways

Land the course you want even if you don’t get the perfect exam score. Guaranteed Pathways are packaged course options that you can preference when you make your selections.

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Find your pathway

If you don't meet the entry criteria, pathways allow you to explore many RMIT options without worrying about exam scores. Use our pathways finder tool to help find the right pathway journey to your dream degree.

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What if you don’t have an ATAR?

If you are an unscored VCE student or a VM student, there are still many ways into uni that don’t require an ATAR.

Transferring courses with pathways

Recognised/formal pathways also provide opportunities for you to transfer from one RMIT course to another. Being acknowledged for previous study may reduce the duration of your course and save you money. Previous studies may be recognised in one of two ways: 

  • completed or partly completed certificate, diploma and advanced diploma qualifications can be credited towards a degree 
  • partly completed degree studies may be credited to other RMIT courses. 

Difference between pathways and a Foundation course

Foundation studies have been developed and accredited by RMIT as an alternative to completing Australian Year 12 studies or international equivalent. Foundation studies allow you to enrol in one of six specialist streams of study designed to build your academic skills while focusing on your interests and goals. While similar to pathways, these courses are tailored for certain interest areas, while pathways follow a different structure and has a broader selection of options. 

If no formal pathways are available

Even if there are no formal pathways into a course, there are often other ways you can gain entry.

Depending on the course, this may include completing a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree, or undertaking recognised professional experience. To find out more, use our Pathway Finder or contact us to discuss your options.

Other entry options for undergraduate study

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Pathways for international students

Coming from a partner institution or don’t meet the entry requirements for your preferred bachelor course? Explore pathways information.
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Contact us for help with pathways

If you know what course you're hoping to study, you can speak to us to discuss any questions you have, including guidance on your pathway options.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.

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