Associate Degree in Applied Science - Apply

Associate Degree in Applied Science - Apply

Student type:
Learning mode:
On campus
Entry score:

2026 Guaranteed ATAR 40.00 ATAR Various*

Duration:
Full-time 2 years
Part-time 4 years
Fees:

Commonwealth Supported Places

Next intake:
February
Location:
Melbourne City
Learning mode:
On campus
Entry score:

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Duration:
Full-time 2 years
Fees:

AU$36,480 (2026 annual)

Next intake:
February
Location:
Melbourne City

How to apply

Semester 1, 2026

Important information about available plans

  • Only Packaged Pathways are available for application in Semester 1, 2026.
  • Plan AD012P24 is not accepting applications in Semester 1, 2026.

When you are ready to apply copy the relevant code below!

Whether you can apply via VTAC or Direct to RMIT depends on your previous study experience. You can find the VTAC or Direct course codes below which you will need to copy and paste into your applicable application system.

Direct RMIT application

Apply direct to RMIT if you:

  • have not yet commenced a VTAC application, and
  • you are not currently studying Year 12, and
  • are applying to only one program, or
  • have held a place in an RMIT program in the past year. 

VTAC application

Apply through VTAC if you:

  • are ineligible to apply direct to RMIT.

Make note of the relevant VTAC or RMIT code before you apply

Copy the relevant code to help you find the program or program plan on VTAC or RMIT.  If you are eligible to apply via The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), copy and paste the VTAC code into VTAC CourseSearch.

Find RMIT on VTAC

How to apply

Applying for Semester 1

VTAC application

Apply via the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) if you are:

  • an international student ​currently ​studying ​an​ Australian Year 12 ​(in Australia or overseas); ​​or​
  • an International Baccalaureate ​(​in Australia or New Zealand)

Direct RMIT international applications

Apply for on-campus study via the online Application Portal:

  • All other international students.

Applying for Semester 2

Direct RMIT international applications

Apply for on-campus study via the online Application Portal for international students.

  • All international students.

Make note of the relevant RMIT, VTAC or CRICOS code before you apply

Copy the relevant code to help you find the program or program plan when you apply.

Find RMIT on VTAC
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Program code: AD012
School: Social Care and Health
Title
Plan code
VTAC Code
CRICOS
Associate Degree in Applied Science
AD012P24
3200332061
113597D
Plan code
AD012P24
VTAC Code
3200332061
CRICOS
113597D
Associate Degree in Applied Science
AD012P24
3200332063
113597D
Plan code
AD012P24
VTAC Code
3200332063
CRICOS
113597D
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (Honours) via Associate Degree in Applied Science
AD012PATH3
3200311891
N/A
N/A
Plan code
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (Honours) via Associate Degree in Applied Science
VTAC Code
3200311891
N/A
CRICOS
N/A
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) via Associate Degree in Applied Science
AD012PATH4
3200311901
N/A
N/A
Plan code
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) via Associate Degree in Applied Science
VTAC Code
3200311901
N/A
CRICOS
N/A
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Biomedical Science via Associate Degree in Applied Science
AD012PATH5
3200311911
N/A
N/A
Plan code
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Biomedical Science via Associate Degree in Applied Science
VTAC Code
3200311911
N/A
CRICOS
N/A
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences via Associate Degree in Applied Science
AD012PATH6
3200311921
N/A
N/A
Plan code
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Sciences via Associate Degree in Applied Science
VTAC Code
3200311921
N/A
CRICOS
N/A
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Science via Associate Degree in Applied Science
AD012PATH7
3200311931
N/A
N/A
Plan code
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Science via Associate Degree in Applied Science
VTAC Code
3200311931
N/A
CRICOS
N/A
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Food Technology and Nutrition via Associate Degree in Applied Science
AD012PATH8
3200311941
N/A
N/A
Plan code
Packaged Pathway - Bachelor of Food Technology and Nutrition via Associate Degree in Applied Science
VTAC Code
3200311941
N/A
CRICOS
N/A

Important dates

Event or deadline Date
Direct applications open 28 July 2025
VTAC applications open 4 August 2025
Orientation week 2 - 6 February 2026
Semester 1 classes begin 9 February 2026

Please note: Applications may close early if all places are filled, so ensure you apply as early as possible for your application to be considered.

You can view important VTAC dates on the VTAC website.

See Important dates for the full list of RMIT study dates.

This qualification is not available for midyear (semester 2) intake commencement.

Important dates

Applications for international students are open all year round. For further information on application and acceptance deadlines for the upcoming intake, please see the information below:

Please note that this course is not available for semester 2 (July) intake.

Event or deadline Date
Application deadline 11 February 2026  
Acceptance deadline 13 February 2026
Orientation week 2 - 6 February 2026
Semester 1 classes begin 9 February 2026

Please note:

  1. Applicants who are required to apply for a student visa are recommended to apply and accept their offers for minimum of 4 – 8 weeks prior to program’s commencement date to allow sufficient visa processing time. For further information please see student visa application processing time.
  2. Application with selection task or credit assessment and application for change of program must be submitted by 4 February.
  3. Applicants who are required to attend an interview with International Admissions must attend an interview by 8 January and accept their offers by 12 January.
  4. Applications and Enrolments are subject to places and availability.

See Important dates for the full list of RMIT study dates.

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Scholarships

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Support options for this degree

How to apply

Helpful step-by-step how to apply guides, including everything you need to submit an application to RMIT - from entry requirements to the documentation you'll need to complete your application to selection tasks and more.

Fees

Discover fee information and payment options for international students for programs and courses at RMIT University.

Scholarships

Achieve your study goals with a scholarship. Each year scholarships are awarded to new and continuing international students across RMIT study areas.

Need help?

Get in touch with the friendly staff at Study@RMIT. Our staff are ready to answer any questions you have about courses, applications, pathways and important dates for local and international prospective students.

Contact Study@RMIT

Need help?

Get in touch with the friendly staff at Study@RMIT. Our staff are ready to answer any questions you have about programs, applications, pathways and important dates for local and international prospective students.

Contact Study@RMIT
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