Vocational study

Vocational study

Prepare for your next opportunity with a course you can complete in as little as six months.  Study a certificate, diploma or associate degree at RMIT. 

Prepare for your next opportunity with a course you can complete in as little as six months.  Study a certificate, diploma or associate degree at RMIT. 

What would you like to study?

With a diverse range of certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas, or skill sets, it's never been easier to find the right fit for you.

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Explore your future at the RMIT Study Expo

The RMIT Study Expo is your chance to learn everything there is to know about your future study. Join us at this in-person event to discover what RMIT has to offer.

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Is vocational study the same as TAFE?

At RMIT, it is! TAFE (Technical and Further Education) refers to nationally accredited courses in the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. TAFE courses are offered by government and registered training organisations, which includes RMIT University.

Certificates

Start gaining practical knowledge in your field and pick up job-specific skills with these technical qualifications.

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Apprenticeships and traineeships

Apprenticeships and traineeships combine training and employment, normally over three to four years. Learn on the job and earn money while studying.

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Diplomas and advanced diplomas

Get the specialised knowledge you need to work in skilled or paraprofessional areas. These programs normally take one to two years of full-time study.

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Fast track your pathway into the future workforce with RMIT

What's next awaits at RMIT.

Land your next role fast with hands-on experience and industry connections. New skills, new ideas and new careers await.

 

Free TAFE courses

Upskill or retrain without the cost. Apply now to secure a limited place in a hands-on, Melbourne-based TAFE course. 

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Study now, pay later

Australia’s VET Student Loans and Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) provides loans to students studying approved courses. 

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Campus tours

Take a tour of one of our Melbourne campuses and get a look at some our hands-on and industry-engaged facilities. 

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Stay updated on RMIT’s TAFE courses

Keep in touch with us to find out about hands-on study options, campus life and virtual events.




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Understanding pathways

RMIT's flexible pathways can help you move through different levels of study to reach the qualification you're aiming for.

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Five reasons to study a certificate or diploma at RMIT

Considering upskilling or reskilling? Here are five reasons why a TAFE course (also known as vocational education) could be perfect for you.

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Considering Free TAFE? Hear from these recent graduates

We caught up with three graduates to chat about their experience studying Free TAFE courses at RMIT, and how their study gave them the tools to achieve their career goals.

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Didn't get the ATAR you needed?

Study pathways provide opportunities for you to transfer between RMIT courses. There's often more than one path to the degree you want, so don’t worry if you don’t meet all the entry criteria at first.

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Application dates

Learn key dates for submitting your application to study with RMIT.

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How to transfer to RMIT

Students who are studying at another university or institution can apply to study at RMIT and may be eligible to receive credit for your previous study. 

Credit for prior study or experience

You may be eligible for credit for prior study and experience, including skills gained through employment, training, or life experience. 

What career support does RMIT offer?

We have a wide range of jobs and career resources to help you achieve your future goals. RMIT has everything from résumé reviewing to career workshops. 

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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.

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