RMIT University

Melbourne, Victoria · Public University · Est. 1887

AU Rank #10 QS World #125 Star rating 5/6 Registered with TEQSA in the Australian University category and listed on CRICOS under the ESOS Act Admissions open

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Type

Public University

Founded

1887

Students

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International

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Overview

RMIT is a dual-sector university — teaching both vocational and higher education — in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, with further campuses at Brunswick and Bundoora and a large campus in Vietnam. It is Australia’s best-known institution for art and design, architecture, communication and fashion, alongside engineering and business.

Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance — always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.

Programs at RMIT

RMIT University

CRICOS 074927G · Provider 00122A

⏱ 2 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$76,320 total

Associate Degree Mass Communication

Associate Degree in Screen and Media Production

RMIT University

RMIT University

CRICOS 098456B · Provider 00122A

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$119,520 total

Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Bachelor or Business Innovation and Enterprise

RMIT University

RMIT University

RMIT University

CRICOS 110530C · Provider 00122A

⏱ 4 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$168,960 total

PhD / Doctorate Biomedical Science

PhD (Medical Science)

RMIT University

Graduate Diploma Arts, Design & Architecture

Graduate Diploma of Writing and Publishing

RMIT University

CRICOS 103224E · Provider 00122A

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$44,160 total

Tuition fees & costs

International tuition, per year

A$40,320 – A$51,840/yr

Upper mid-range

Typical course fee

A$47,040

Median of this provider's registered fees

CRICOS provider code

00122A

Registered for 23,020 overseas students

Fees are derived from the international tuition this provider registers against its own courses on the Commonwealth CRICOS register, annualised over each course's registered duration; the range is the 10th to 90th percentile across its undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate courses. Providers may also charge the capped Student Services and Amenities Fee, and you will need Overseas Student Health Cover on top. Always confirm the fee for your specific course with the provider before applying.

Guides for applying to Australian universities

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Study Guides Why Study in Australia? Rankings, Work Rights and Graduate Outcomes Seven Australian universities sit in the QS world top 100, degrees are taught entirely in English, and eligible graduates can stay and work on a Temporary Graduate visa — here is what studying in Australia actually involves. Application Guides How to Apply to an Australian University: ATAR, UAC and Direct Applications Domestic school leavers apply through a state admissions centre; international applicants apply directly to the university. This is the whole path, from entry requirements to Letter of Offer and Confirmation of Enrolment. Student Visa The Student Visa (Subclass 500) Explained, Step by Step What the Genuine Student requirement asks of you, why you need a CoE and OSHC before you lodge, how much money you must evidence, and how the 48-hours-a-fortnight work rule works.

Admission requirements

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.

Language: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

How to apply

1Choose a CRICOS-registered course and check its intake — most Australian degrees start in Semester 1 (late February/March) and Semester 2 (July), with some providers adding a November trimester.
2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.
3Meet the English language requirement: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
4Apply directly to the university (or through a registered education agent), then accept your Letter of Offer and pay the initial fee instalment to be issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
5Take out Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of your stay, then lodge a Student visa (subclass 500) application with the Department of Home Affairs, meeting the Genuine Student requirement and evidencing the current financial capacity amount.

For international students

International students accept a Letter of Offer, pay the first fee instalment and are issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), then apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with the Department of Home Affairs. The application must satisfy the Genuine Student requirement, include Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full stay and evidence the current financial capacity amount. Student visa holders may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while classes are in session and unrestricted hours during scheduled breaks; eligible graduates can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia afterwards.

RMIT University

Provides financial assistance for students facing challenges.

Open Rolling

National and foundation scholarships open to students at RMIT. Because public universities in Australia charge no tuition, these mostly fund living costs.

Full Master's Degree

Australia Awards Scholarships

Australia Awards

Full tuition, return air travel, an establishment allowance, contribution to living expenses, Overseas Student Health Cover and introductory academic programme

Partner countries in the Indo-Pacific, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America Rolling

Full PhD / Doctorate

Australian Government Research Training Program (RTP)

Australian Government — Department of Education

Tuition fee offset, an annual living stipend and allowances covering relocation and thesis costs

Domestic and international HDR candidates Rolling

Partial Bachelor's Degree

Destination Australia Program

Australian Government — Department of Education

Up to A$15,000 per year towards study at a regional campus

Domestic and international students at regional campuses Rolling

Full PhD / Doctorate

University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships

Australian universities

Full fee offset, a living allowance and relocation and health-cover support for research candidates

Domestic and international research candidates Rolling

Partial Master's Degree

University of Sydney International Scholarships

Australian universities

Merit awards towards tuition for high-achieving international students, plus full research scholarships

International students Rolling

Full PhD / Doctorate

UNSW Scientia PhD Scholarship Scheme

Australian universities

A stipend above the standard rate, tuition coverage and a dedicated development and travel allowance

Domestic and international PhD candidates Rolling

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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for RMIT University?

How much is tuition at RMIT University?

Tuition is around A$40,320 – A$51,840/yr. Figures are indicative — confirm with the university.

How is RMIT University ranked?

Australia national rank #10 · QS World #125.

Does RMIT University offer scholarships?

Yes — 12 scholarships are listed for RMIT University, for eligible domestic and international students.

What are the English requirements?

International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and soci...

Sources

· Wikidata: RMIT University — Wikidata
· Wikidata: RMIT School of Fashion and Textiles — Wikidata

Last updated 26 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.