Seven reasons to attend RMIT Open Day

Seven reasons to attend RMIT Open Day

Open Day is your chance to experience RMIT’s campuses and get a taste of what uni life is like, but it’s also much more than that. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience RMIT Open Day.

RMIT’s Open Day is for everyone! It’s designed to help you form connections to your goals no matter where you are in your journey, whether you’re in Year 12 and figuring out what you want to study next year or in Year 9 and still thinking about your subjects.  

You don’t even need to know what you want to study before checking out an Open Day. There’s also more to RMIT's Open Day than just campus tours, they are an easy and exciting way to discover exactly what’s on offer!  

Two future student standing in front of an RMIT stall at Open Day

#1: Take an RMIT campus tour and discover next-level facilities  

You’ll be blown away by just how many awe-inspiring facilities and specialised spaces RMIT has. Each campus will have something to explore and experience, such as an interactive journey through fashion and textile design at the Brunswick campus and exploring the world of science and health in our Bundoora campus’ high-tech labs.  Make sure to check out any and all of the activities at our Open Day events that pique your interest, you never know what will spark your passion. 

Exploring these spaces in person can reduce your anxiety about your future course, but you may also find inspiration and discover a new passion. You could find yourself considering the possibilities of studying game design or nanotechnology after seeing where and how they’re taught. On Open Day you can explore the facilities on your own terms or take a campus tour if you’d like the inside scoop on the RMIT campuses.  

#2: Meet your future lecturers

Meeting your future teachers (also known as lecturers or academics) in person and chatting about your options can be a great way to test the waters for future study. Academics are experts in their fields, so meeting them gives you the chance to get answers to all the big questions you have about your future degree or fields of interest.  

At Open Day, learning about your dream degree from academics is about more than just chatting! If you’re interested in business, check out the RMIT Trading Facility where real-time trading simulations take place. Those wanting to study design or art should take a look at the showcases of RMIT students that ranges from goldsmithing to sculptures. If you’re more STEM-focused, you’ll find staff giving demonstrations of engineering marvels and more.  

#3: Speak to current uni students 

You’ll find passionate university students around every corner at Open Day. Chatting with them can feel less intimidating than talking directly to a lecturer. You can also hear what it’s like at uni from someone who's been in your shoes and might have tips about the challenges and opportunities of study.  

#4: Explore the social side of university life

There is more to university than just studying. At RMIT you’ll find new opportunities to discover like-minded people and new passions through our countless clubs and societies. 

There's something for everyone: aspiring DJs, the sci-fi obsessed, gamers, dancers, sport lovers, jet setters and culture appreciators. Many of these clubs and societies will have stalls at Open Day where you’ll be able to chat to their members and learn more. You’re guaranteed to find some hidden gems that will appeal to your specific interests. 

Courtyard filled with students at the Melbourne city campus

#5: See what's near your future campus

University campuses have plenty of food options, hangouts and study spots, but you’ll also want to know what can be found nearby. Open Day is a good chance to check out the area around a university and what it’s got to offer. 

It’s not just about finding places you want to visit – it's also about convenience. You might need to know about parking, public transport or other amenities that you may not be able to find on campus. For example, RMIT’s Melbourne City campus has several public transport options nearby, and some excellent choices for dedicated foodies. 

#6: Hear from your future employers 

Open Day is an opportunity to start thinking about your dream job. While exploring your career options, you may come across the term ‘industry partners’. At RMIT, industry partners are employers and organisations that the university collaborates with to provide opportunities for students. 

At RMIT’s Open Day, industry is everywhere, so you’ll find heaps of chances to learn about the exciting careers you never knew you wanted. Future employers, industry partners and local businesses all make an appearance at Open Day. This year we’ll be hosting industry partners such as Essendon Football Club, Medibank, KPMG, Refinitiv and more, so make sure to drop in and hear what skills your future employers are looking for. 

#7: Discover what’s next for you  

About to go to Open Day but not sure what you want to learn or where you want to go? Don’t panic. 

Open Day is all about discovery, even for those who are still in the middle of their high school studies. If you are in Year 12, you’ll get a great idea of what things will be like next year, and if you’re earlier in high school you’ll get a head start on planning your university journey. The earlier you know what you are interested in pursuing, the longer you have to plan what’s next.  

Story: Jacob Johnston

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