Free software and apps for students

RMIT students can access a wide range of free software and applications. Some software is only freely available to students in particular programs or courses, others are free for all students.

Full list of available software and apps

Click the link below for a full list of available software and access instructions. Login with your RMIT ID and password. Forgotten your password? Reset it.

Microsoft 365 (Office 365)

All students can freely access Microsoft 365 software including Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams. 

To access the full Microsoft suite:

1. Go to www.office.com and log in with your RMIT email address (s number followed by @student.rmit.edu.au) and password
2. In the top right corner, click Install Office
3. Select Office 365 apps
4. If prompted, click the Save File button, to allow the download
5. The install file will download to your computer. Open the file and follow the instructions to install the applications on your computer. When you launch the new applications, log in with your RMIT email address and password.

Resources, help and accessibility

• Microsoft 365 cheat sheets
• Microsoft 365 basics training videos
• Microsoft Office Accessibility Center
• Microsoft Disability Answer Desk
• Screen reader and keyboard shortcuts with Office apps
• Need help? Go to RMIT's Office 365 support site

Need help?

• Having trouble with your password? Go to RMIT ID and password
• Need help with multi-factor authentication? Go to Multi-factor authentication
• Want to access your student email? Go to Email
• Looking for myDesktop? Go to myDesktop
• For help with technical issues, contact IT Connect