Application dates

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Application dates for international students

Learn key dates for submitting your application to study with us, either via VTAC or direct to RMIT.

Direct application dates

Each year, there are two intakes for which you can submit a direct application to RMIT. To find out whether you can submit an application Direct to RMIT, click the ‘Apply’ button on the relevant course page.

Semester 2 intake

Applications will open from 11 March 2025.

**Some vocational courses, plus online and HDR courses are offered on a continuous basis. Information is available on individual course pages.

Applications will be accepted for each program until all places are filled, so ensure you apply as early as possible for your application to be considered. Late applications may result in a delayed class commencement.

The following programs have timely close dates that you will need to submit your application by*:

*Late applications may continue to be accepted after these dates if places are still available.

Vocational study

Timely close date	Course
12 June	Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (Civil)
13 June	Diploma of Dental Technology Diploma of Nursing
11 July	Certificate IV in Cyber Security Diploma of Information Technology (Cyber Security) Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Undergraduate study

Timely close date	Course
31 May	Bachelor of Architectural Design

Postgraduate study

Timely close date	Course
31 May	Master of Architecture

Semester 1 intake

Applications open on 28 July 2025.

The following programs have timely close dates that you will need to submit your application by the below dates. Late applications may continue to be accepted after these dates if places are still available:

Vocational study

Timely close date	Course
TBC	TBC

Undergraduate study

Timely close date	Course
TBC	TBC

Postgraduate study

Timely close date	Course
TBC	TBC

Postgraduate by research programs

Please refer to important dates and postgraduate research related information.

VTAC application dates

The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) administers the application process for universities (and other tertiary institutions) in Victoria.

Click the ‘Apply’ button on the relevant course page to see if you are required to apply through VTAC.

Semester 1 intake

Applications through VTAC are open from 28 July 2025.
Successful applicants will start their study from March 2026.

Please refer to the VTAC site for important application and offer dates.

Semester 2 intake

Applications for semester 2 (midyear) are only available direct to RMIT.

Application dates