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How to apply for postgraduate study at RMIT

How to apply for postgraduate study at RMIT

How to apply for postgraduate study at RMIT

Ready for what's next? Follow this comprehensive guide on how to apply for a masters, graduate diploma or graduate certificate at RMIT.

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Important dates

These are the key dates you need to know, before submitting your direct application to study with us.

Semester 1 intake

Applications open on 29 July 2024.

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

Timely close date Course
26 September 2024
10 November 2024
1 December 2024

Semester 2 intake

For the semester 1, 2025 (midyear) intake, applications will open on the following date:

Level of study Applications open
Postgraduate degrees 11 March 2025

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.

Timely close date Course
TBC TBC

Entry requirements for postgraduate degrees

You must meet all of the relevant entry requirements for an postgraduate degree at RMIT. This includes both the University Minimum Entry Requirements, as well as the specific entry requirements for your course, detailed under the Admissions section of the relevant RMIT course page.

1. University entry requirements

RMIT University admits students on the basis of their demonstrated capacity to succeed and sets minimum entry requirements for each level of study (e.g. diploma or bachelor degree), including:

  • the minimum age requirement
  • the minimum English language requirement.
  • the academic entry requirements (by level of study).

To be eligible for admission to an RMIT program applicants must:

  1. Be at least 16 years of age on the commencement date of the program (course), course (subject) or unit in which they wish to enrol.
    a.    Programs (courses) may set higher age requirements than the University’s minimum, please check the program (course) page.

The following information provides you with the minimum English language requirements for entry into RMIT programs for applicants who are Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, New Zealand Citizens or a person seeking asylum who holds either a: Temporary Protection Visa (TPV), or Safe Haven Enterprise Visa (SHEV) or Bridging Visa E or Humanitarian Stay (Temporary) visa. 

Qualifications where the teaching and assessment was entirely in English

For entry to an RMIT bachelor degree, associate degree or postgraduate coursework program, you are required to meet the minimum English language requirements through one of the following:

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A study score of at least 30 in VCE units 3 and 4 English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in English, Literature or English Language.

Achieve a study score in an  English course (subject) deemed equivalent to those listed above.

Equivalent courses (subjects) can be located on VTAC’s Equivalent prerequisites for interstate and international Baccalaureate (IB) students webpage by selecting the spreadsheet Interstate subject guide to Victorian prerequisites.

For New Zealand’s NCEA Level 3, applicants must have achieved 18 credits in the equivalent courses (subjects). Equivalent course (subjects) are assessed on a case by case basis.

Completed an equivalent English course (subject) with the required study scores as listed above.

Achieve an overall score of at least 155.

  • Satisfactory completion of two undergraduate level courses (subjects) equivalent to at least 24 RMIT University credit points; 

or

  • Satisfactory completion of an AQF accredited award at certificate IV or above (or equivalent).

Demonstrated at least 2 years professional work experience in an occupation requiring English language proficiency. 

A supporting statement from your employer which must be on official letterhead or an email from the company email account that confirms:

  • English is the language of business, 
  • duration of employment,
  • your roles and responsibilities,
  • nature of work, 
  • scale of the organisation, and
  • whether the company deals internationally.

If you are the CEO of your own company, we require a supporting statement from a business trader who deals directly with your company, on official letter head or company email confirming that English is the language of business, the duration and nature of your business relationship.

Qualifications where the teaching and assessment was not entirely in English

For entry to an RMIT bachelor degree, associate degree or postgraduate coursework program, you are required to meet the minimum English language requirements through one of the following:

Overseas Year 12
Post-Secondary study

If you are applying to RMIT as an International student please visit RMIT’s Minimum English language requirements for International students.

The University minimum academic entry requirement for graduate certificates, graduate diplomas and master by coursework programs (courses) is that applicants must hold one of the following:

  • a bachelor degree
  • an appropriate level of advanced professional experience relevant to the discipline area.

Masters degree (extended) courses

Applicants must hold a bachelor degree (equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree).

Where a qualification is stated under ‘undergraduate’ or ‘postgraduate’ study to meet a minimum entry requirement, the following also meet the requirement (except for Masters degree (extended) courses): 

  • a qualification (or equivalent volume of learning) at a higher AQF level, or
  • an equivalent overseas qualification. 

2. Course entry requirements

RMIT courses have specific minimum entry requirements which are sometimes higher than the University’s minimum requirements. It’s important that applicants check these requirements on the program (course) page that you are applying for.

Applicants may also be required to complete a selection task as part of the course entry requirements. Details of the selection task requirements are specified on the individual program (course) pages.

Prepare your documentation to support your application

Depending on the program you are applying for, you may need to provide supporting documents and information such as:

  • Employment history
  • Previous study
  • Personal details
  • Academic records and statement of completion
  • Evidence of English proficiency
  • Supporting documents like a CV or professional accreditation, personal statement or folio.

Selection tasks for some courses

You may be required to complete a selection task which might include an interview, folio, pre-selection kit and/or supplementary information forms. Please check the Admissions section of the course you are applying for.

How to submit your application

To submit your application for a postgraduate course, you'll need to apply direct to RMIT.

You can apply direct to RMIT using RMIT's online application system. Before you apply, check your eligibility and learn about stages involved in making direct applications.

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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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