Student Experience

Student Experience

Students can join activities to socialise, make new friends, practise English and build meaningful connections with fellow students.

Students can join activities to socialise, make new friends, practise English and build meaningful connections with fellow students.

RMIT UP

Be part of the RMIT community

Life at RMIT UP extends far beyond the classroom. Community and connection are important for a rich and fulfilling student experience. Matt, Tilly, and Ziggy (RMIT UP's therapy dog) are the Student Experience team that are behind the fun and engaging activities and events offered at RMIT UP. Students can join activities to socialise, make new friends, practise English, and build meaningful connections with fellow students.

Student Events at RMIT UP

Our Student Experience team works to provide a warm and welcoming environment for students to meet new people, gain new experiences and explore Melbourne.

There are lots of exciting opportunities for students to get involved in, both in person and online. The Student Experience Team runs regular activities and events centred around socialising, sport, art, food & culture and sightseeing.

You can keep up-to-date with what’s on via our Eventbrite Calendar.  

 

It gives me a sense of belonging. It feels like home. Everyone is very friendly to you.

- RMIT UP Student Survey Respondent

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Ziggy the Therapy dog

Ziggy is RMIT UP's Therapy Dog. She’s sweet natured, gentle and loves people! Therapy dogs are specially trained to provide a calm environment for people who are feeling anxious, lonely or sad. Ziggy is on campus at least once a week; you can pat or play with her, or just sit down and talk. She’s a great listener!

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Get creative

There are lots of creative projects for students to participate in whilst studying at RMIT UP. Students in Foundation Studies and Academic English are invited to participate in art exhibitions, creative workshops, activities and competitions that run throughout the year.

Volunteering

Volunteering is a great way to gain work experience, learn new skills, improve your English, gain confidence and give back to the community.

  • Research indicates volunteers:
  • are happier and healthier
  • may experience mental health benefits
  • get a sense of purpose from helping others

Talk to our Student Experience team about volunteering in Melbourne.

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Students in a kitchen

RMIT UP Student Ambassadors

Student ambassadors work closely with the Student Experience team to create a vibrant, welcoming and inclusive environment for our students.

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Life in Melbourne

Melbourne has consistently been voted one of the most liveable cities in the world, and for good reason! Melbourne is a very multicultural city, with people from all over the world calling it home. It has a vibrant and creative heart, with an abundance of cafes (yes, we really do have the best coffee in the world!), art galleries, festivals, live entertainment, sports events, places to eat and shop. You’ll never be bored with the weather; it can change on an hourly basis!

Visit our Moving to Melbourne page for more information.

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Social Media

Join the RMIT UP My Community group and follow us on Instagram and Facebook to find out all the latest on upcoming events, photos from previous activities, things to do at RMIT University and beyond.

 

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RMIT University clubs and societies

Make the most of your time in Melbourne by connecting with RMIT University’s Clubs and Societies.  

No matter what you’re into, or what you’d like to explore, there really is something for everyone at RMIT University Clubs and Societies. Express your creative side or play social sport; find spiritual enlightenment or experience the great outdoors; build on what you’re studying or share your opinions with like-minded people - there's all this and much more... 

Students walking on campus Social clubs
Skiing on snow Sport clubs
Students at a pride festival LGBTQIA+ clubs
Students making crafts Creative clubs

Frequently asked questions

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Every 2 months a new calendar of activities is emailed to RMIT UP students. There are also events advertised on the Student Lounge screens, in Students News and posters around the building showing all upcoming events. Student Experience also send out reminders.

When you find an event you want to attend, follow the link we send you or click the QR code. 

RMIT UP uses Eventbrite for student event registration. 

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Information for new students

Everything you need to know for your first few weeks at RMIT including enrolment information, timetables and orientation.

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Student support

Explore the services, activities and support available to you as a student.

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Campus tour

Do you want to see where you could be studying? We have put together a virtual campus tour.

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Contact the Student Experience Team

Email: activities@rmit.edu.au
On campus support: RMIT Building 85, Level 9

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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 - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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aboriginal flag
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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