Five tips to nail RMIT’s Open Day

Discover how to make the most of the lineup at RMIT University’s Open Day events this August.

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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 your university’s 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 give you the chance to connect with academics, student ambassadors and future employers. You’ll get the opportunity to explore our campuses and be blown away by the options you’ll have after high school.  

This year, you'll feel it click at our Bundoora campus on Sunday 6 August, and at our City and Brunswick campuses on Sunday 13 August. Lock Open Day into your calendar now by registering today. 

Here's how you can make the most of the lineup 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 interactive fashion, textile design, technology and enterprise activities at the Brunswick campus, to the festival excitement on the RMIT City campus where you’ll see everything from a carnival parade down Bowen Street and multicultural performances on the main stage.   

There will be a number of interactive exhibits and workshops to explore, such as the amazing visual merchandising workshops showcasing student work from concept to display. 

Don’t miss the chance to check out the new Digital Human Biosciences Teaching Facility, where you can learn about the human body and use our digital technologies to see what's under your skin. 

There will be informative events for everyone at RMIT Open Day. Parents and guardians wanting to help their teen with university preparation will find some useful tips at the information booths, while high school students who don’t quite know where to catch presentations given by our academics or general information sessions.

2. Take a look around our campuses

Make sure to catch a campus tour, whether it’s an official tour or just exploring at your own pace! It’s a great way to see RMIT’s state-of-the-art facilities, including our lecture halls and research labs, galleries, student hotspots and sporting spaces. There’s 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, as well as a glimpse of the diverse skills you could learn and the career opportunities waiting for you. 

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 your future employers about your career ideas, and find out how they work with RMIT students. This year we’re hosting industry partners such as Essendon Football Club, Medibank, KPMG, Refinitiv and more.    
  • Check out the study area-specific workshops, activities, presentations and info points that will be at each of our Open Days. Each campus has a little something different: Bundoora is science, education and health focused, Brunswick hosts fashion and textile design and the City campus has a bit of everything.  
  • Discover exactly what your future course will be like from academics and student ambassadors in the know. Our lecturers can tell you all about course structure, work-integrated learning opportunities and entry requirements for your dream degree.  

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

University 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 join a sporting team, 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, ready to help and support you in any way they can! 

  • Get uni tips from our student ambassadors who’ve been in your shoes and can tell you how to make the most of uni life.  
  • 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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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.