Application dates

Application dates

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Learn key dates for submitting your application to study with us, either via VTAC or direct to RMIT.

Direct application dates

Each year, there are two intakes for which you can submit a direct application to RMIT. To find out whether you can submit an application Direct to RMIT, click the ‘Apply’ button on the relevant course page.

Semester 2 intake

Applications will open from 11 March 2025.

**Some vocational courses, plus online and HDR courses are offered on a continuous basis. Information is available on individual course pages.

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.

Vocational study

Undergraduate study

Timely close date Course
31 May

Postgraduate study

Timely close date Course
31 May

Semester 1 intake

Applications open on 28 July 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 the below dates. Late applications may continue to be accepted after these dates if places are still available:

Vocational study

Timely close date Course
TBC
TBC

Undergraduate study

Timely close date Course
TBC
TBC

Postgraduate study

Timely close date Course
TBC
TBC

Postgraduate by research programs

VTAC application dates

The Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) administers the application process for universities (and other tertiary institutions) in Victoria.

Click the ‘Apply’ button on the relevant course page to see if you are required to apply through VTAC.

Semester 1 intake

Please refer to the VTAC site for important application and offer dates.

Semester 2 intake

Applications for semester 2 (midyear) are only available direct to RMIT.

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