Five tips to nail RMIT’s Open Day

Five tips to nail RMIT’s Open Day

Discover how to make the most of the face-to-face line-up at RMIT’s Open Day events on 7 and 14 August, plus our virtual events throughout the month.

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Whether you want to discover the course that’s right for you or get a feel for campus life, checking out Open Day could play a huge part in helping you figure out the big decision of what you want to do after high school. 

Filled with loads of events, tours and activities you can’t miss, RMIT Open Day will help you connect with academics, student ambassadors and future employers. You’ll get the chance to explore our campuses and be blown away by the options you’ll have after high school.

To get a look in-person visit us on 7 August at the Bundoora campus and 14 August at the Melbourne City and Brunswick campuses, or log in online throughout August for our virtual events. 

Here's how you can make the most of the line-up at RMIT Open Day (also known as NextFest).

1. Check out the amazing events and activities happening on campus

You’ll find there is loads to do on Open Day, with everything from seeing a fashion runway at the Brunswick campus, or the live studio photography demonstration at the Melbourne City campus. There are also events and workshops for aspiring students who really want to get ahead of the curb on their studies, such as an activity in the bioscience facilities where you’ll get to use tech to see what’s under your skin or check out a series of trading games shown in our business facilities. 

There will also be informative panels for everyone at RMIT Open Day, whether you’re joining on-campus or online. Parents and guardians wanting to help their teen with university preparation will find some useful tips at the parent's information sessions. Meanwhile high school students who don’t quite know where to start can catch an ‘Intro to RMIT’ session. 

2. Take a look around our campuses

Be sure to tour our campuses, whether that be in an official tour or at your own pace! It’s a great way to see RMIT’s state-of-the-art facilities, from our lecture halls and research labs, to libraries, galleries, student hotspots and sporting spaces. There is nothing quite like visiting in-person and breathing in the atmosphere of student life. 

See the great locations in and around the Melbourne City campus See the great locations in and around the Melbourne City campus
Interact with science and IT tech in our innovative learning spaces Interact with science and IT tech in our innovative learning spaces
Get hands-on with engineering and science labs for practical learning Get hands-on with engineering and science labs for practical learning
Discover creative environments in our art studios and media precinct Discover creative environments in our art studios and media precinct

Checking out the facilities at our campuses gives you a chance to look at some of the amazing tech that you’ll get to experience if you decide to study at RMIT. For example, you could visit the Shake Table, an earthquake simulator used to teach civil engineering students. You’ll find hidden gems like this around every corner. Even if you can’t make it to campus, you’ll still have a chance to see the marvels of the campus via our virtual tours. 

3. Aim to learn about your future course or study area

Even if Year 12 is a few years away it’s never too early to figure out what your dream job is. At RMIT Open Day, you can take part in a range of events that will give you an idea of everything you need to know about your ideal course.  Here are some ways to find out about your interest area at NextFest: 

  • Chat with future employers either in an industry panel discussion or by approaching the stalls around the campus. They can tell you about the careers and hands-on experiences you can look forward to.  
  • Come along to some information sessions where our academics and staff will provide critical details about course offers, what you can expect from your study, and they’ll be able to answer any questions you have. 
  • See what your course will be like by speaking with academics and student ambassadors in the know. Hear from your future lecturers on the course structure, work-integrated learning opportunities and entry requirements for the program you want to study. 
  • Check out the virtual NextFest experience if you can’t make it in person. Coming physically on the day gives you the best opportunities to get a feel for RMIT, but if you can’t make it to one of our campuses for an Open Day you can still find out about your future studies and student life through the online NextFest experience. 

4. Find out about RMIT’s student clubs and societies

Open Day isn’t just about discovering uni courses, it’s also a time to hear from the vibrant voices in the student clubs and societies.  

Whether you want to indulge your passion for chess, help build an electric racing vehicle or are just looking to play some basketball, there is a club or society for you. 

As you walk around our campuses on Open Day, you’ll spot plenty of RMIT’s clubs out and about, so be sure to ask about the ones you’re interested in. 

5. Speak to our staff and students

Throughout RMIT Open Day, our staff and students will be around the campus and ready to help and support you in any way they can!  

  • Come by our information booths and learn about industry connections, how you’ll gain work experience before you graduate, and extra ways you could boost your employability through RMIT. 
  • Hear from our student ambassadors to pick up some top tips for making the most of Year 12 and navigating uni life. 
  • Chat to our experience team about how you could develop lifelong connections beyond the classroom. 
  • Ask us about pathway options and learn how you could still get into your dream course - even if you don’t get the required entry score. 
  • Ask about scholarship opportunities and find out how you can secure support for your studies.

 

Story: Jacob Johnston

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