College of Design and Social Context

The College of Design and Social Context (DSC) incorporates the fields of art, communication, design, education, humanities, property and social sciences.

The College has more than 21,000 students and a team surpassing 1000 dedicated academics and teachers. The individual development of students is central to the philosophy of the college and we are committed to fostering an environment that transforms and advances knowledge and professional practice.

Our programs range from certificate through to PhD levels and work in a well-established educational tradition committed to student creativity and learning and engage in new forms of intellectual and cultural activity. Studies are designed specifically to meet the personal, professional and vocational needs of the student with a focus on academic excellence and employment outcomes.

Our strong research community attracts funding from a range of government and industry sources, with more than 400 students enrolled in higher degrees by research.

Schools

The College of Design and Social Context teaches programs in architecture, art, design, education, fashion, media and communication, property management and social studies. Our schools are located across three Melbourne campuses and offer programs locally and internationally.

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School of Architecture and Urban Design

The School of Architecture and Urban Design delivers multidisciplinary, innovative, creative and applied scholarship in architecture and design-related areas.

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School of Art

RMIT is ranked 1 in Australia and 12 in the world for Art and Design (2019) QS Rankings.

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School of Design

The School of Design is internationally recognised as a leader in design education, research and practice, that is industry connected, socially grounded and focused on the future practices of design.

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School of Education

The School of Education is a multidisciplinary leader with an established reputation for providing educational and vocational leadership in knowledge creation.

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School of Fashion and Textiles

The School of Fashion and Textiles is at the global forefront of fashion and textiles education, training and research, working with industry to foster next-generation design and business leaders.

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School of Global, Urban and Social Studies

The School of Global, Urban and Social Studies is a multidisciplinary leader in delivering education, training and research that contribute to a just and sustainable world.

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School of Media and Communication

The School of Media and Communication delivers creative programs, research and training in media, writing and publishing, and communication.

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School of Property, Construction and Project Management

The School of Property, Construction and Project Management is a leading provider of education, research and training in the construction, project management and property industries.

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Research

The College Research and Innovation office encourages research collaborations within and across disciplinary and academic administrative boundaries.

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RMIT Culture

Explore RMIT’s cultural spaces, resources and collections

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Events

RMIT at Melbourne Design Week 2022

RMIT is a major partner to Melbourne Design Week and in 2022 explores how design is tackling some of the biggest challenges we face today, tomorrow and into the future in an exciting and extensive program of events.

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Graphic designs by acclaimed artist and designer Pieter Huveneers, curation and exhibition design by RMIT students

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Art, Design and Culture

06 Feb 2023

RMIT Master of Communication Design students have designed a world-first exhibition of work by revered international designer Pieter Huveneers.

Board game confronts the ‘ickiness’ of gut health

Art, Design and Culture

02 Feb 2023

Researchers are using the play-based approach of board games to improve our understanding of gastrointestinal health.

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Society and Environment

02 Feb 2023

Reports say that the Greens will present draft legislation within the next two months to legalise cannabis, following a $28 billion revenue estimate from the Parliamentary Budget Office.

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Fashion students launch new collection in Myer

Art, Design and Culture

31 Jan 2023

Vocational Education Merchandising students have partnered with major Australian retailer Myer and its home brand Basque to create a fashion collection in stores now.

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Contact information

Level 7, Building 8, 360 Swanston Street, Melbourne, 3000

Postal Address

College of Design and Social Context
GPO Box 2476
Melbourne, Victoria, 3001

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 - Artwork 'Luwaytini' by Mark Cleaver, Palawa.

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