Local student applications
Here's everything you need to know about how to apply to study at RMIT.
Local student applications
Here's everything you need to know about how to apply to study at RMIT.
Here's everything you need to know about how to apply to study at RMIT.
Here's everything you need to know about how to apply to study at RMIT.
Here's everything you need to know about how to apply to study at RMIT.
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Each RMIT course page has its own important applicant information, such as:
There are two main ways to apply to RMIT, either through VTAC or Direct. If you are in Year 12 you will use VTAC for almost every course, if you are not in Year 12 it can depend on the course are interested in. To find out which method you should use, go to the course page and click the "Apply” button.
You can apply direct to RMIT using RMIT's online application system.
Semester 1, 2021: Applications open on 3 August 2020
Semester 2 (start studying midyear): Applications open on 1 May each year
VTAC course applications are made online. Learn about the steps involved including how to complete your preference list and paying your course application processing fee on the VTAC website
You can find important dates on the VTAC website.
If your program requires you to complete a Selection task, this will be stated in the Admissions information on the course page.
These may include interviews, folios, pre-selection kits and supplementary information forms.
If circumstances have interrupted or disadvantaged your access to education, RMIT offers equity access schemes that allow selection officers to give you extra consideration. This could improve your prospects of studying at RMIT. If you meet any of the equity access criteria we encourage you to apply to support your application.
Deciding what’s next? Ask us anything on our dedicated hotline or live chat, use our course-finding tools or attend a webinar for advice.
If you are intending to study on a student visa, not a citizen or permanent resident of Australia, not a New Zealand citizen or not a Temporary Protection Visa (TPV) holder you will need to apply to RMIT as an international student. If you are unsure or hold a different visa type, please contact us for more information.
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 created by Louisa Bloomer