The important questions you and your teen should be asking at RMIT’s Open Day

The important questions you and your teen should be asking at RMIT’s Open Day

Learn everything there is to know about your teen’s future study by asking all the right questions at RMIT University’s Open Day.

Learn everything there is to know about your teen’s future study by asking all the right questions at RMIT University’s Open Day.

Learn everything there is to know about your teen’s future study by asking all the right questions at RMIT University’s Open Day.

As a parent, guardian or carer, it’s natural to have questions about the complexities of university study and how it all works. Whether your teen is in Year 12 or early in their high school journey, you'll be even more prepared to support them when you know the answers to their questions about university.   

This is where RMIT’s Open Day comes in. Help them open the door to their future and learn everything you both need to know for the journey ahead at our Bundoora campus on Sunday 4 August, and our Brunswick and City campuses on Sunday 11 August. 

If you are struggling to know the right questions to ask at one of our university Open Days, fear not! Here are some examples that will help you prepare your teen for student life at RMIT. 

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What to ask Study@RMIT staff

University Open Days often have support teams who can tell you all about uni courses. At RMIT Open Day, this is the Study@RMIT team. These staff members can tell you everything you need to know about RMIT’s courses and how you can support your teen as they plan their study journey. 

  • What are the entry requirements for their course? Learn more about the selection requirements, such as VCE subject prerequisites of a uni course.  Prerequisites are the classes a student needs to have completed during their VCE to be considered for a certain course.
  • What do I need to know about scholarships? Many university courses are supported by scholarships that provide support and opportunities to students depending on their circumstances. Study@RMIT can tell you all about how to apply for RMIT’s  scholarship options. 
  • What if they don’t get the ATAR or study score for their course? RMIT has a range of pathway options that provide future students with more than one way into their dream degree. Study@RMIT can help you identify which pathway will be most suited to your teen’s goals.
  • What extra study support is available if a student needs help with their uni course? From assignment planners to web chats for coursework help, RMIT offers a range of study support services that you can learn more about on Open Day. 
  • Is there equitable learning support at university? RMIT’s Equitable Learning Services (ELS) supports students with disabilities, long-term illnesses and mental health conditions as they begin university and during their studies.  

What to ask RMIT academics

At RMIT’s Open Day you’ll get the chance to meet and speak to our award-winning academics. Take this chance to find out how students learn both on campus and through opportunities with industry via work placements and internships, ensuring they gain the skills and hands-on experience that sets them up for their career.

  • How can my teen gain real-world experience through their course? RMIT gives students the opportunity to undertake internships, projects and engagement opportunities that count towards their degree through Work-integrated Learning. Find out more from our Industry and Global Experiences team who'll be in the Job Shop in Building 10.
  • Are there any opportunities to study a university course abroad? Global work and study experience can be organised through most courses. You can ask our Industry and Global Experiences team about how it works and how your teen can go beyond the classroom in their learning journey. You'll find them in the Job Shop in Building 10 at the City campus Open Day.
  • Could you share some tips to boost employability while at uni? Whether your teen is looking to have their job application reviewed at the Job Shop or book a one-on-one career consultation, there are plenty of ways they can maximise their employability while studying at RMIT.
  • How long do the lectures or classes go for? Uni classes usually take the form of lectures, tutorials and seminars. You might want to know how long they go for, what a timetable will look like, and how many hours they will be at uni each week.  
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What to ask current RMIT students

At our university Open Day, discover the experiences and journeys that your teen could take at RMIT by talking to current students. From study tips to advice on how to meet like-minded people at university, our student ambassadors have firsthand knowledge of what your teen can expect from study and social life at RMIT. 

  • Why did you pick RMIT after high school? Discover what stood out to our current students when they were selecting their VTAC preferences and what insider tips they might have. 
  • Tell me about your experiences at RMIT? Find out what our current students’ projects look like and what they love most about their course. You could learn some useful insights that help your teen when they’re looking at degree options. 
  • What kind of clubs and societies are available at RMIT? Through RMIT’s clubs and societies students explore new passions, discover lasting friendships and find the perfect outlet to express themselves alongside their studies. 
  • What are your top tips for making the transition from school to uni smoother? Starting uni can be daunting at first, especially for parents who aren’t sure how to help their teen through their studies. Ask about our student-led support network RMIT Kirrip, or pick up handy tips that worked for our student ambassadors in their first year of study. 

Our academics, staff and student ambassadors will be close at hand throughout RMIT’s Open Days to answer all your questions and more. We can’t wait to see you there!  

Story: Jacob Johnston

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torres strait flag

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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