About RMIT University (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University)
RMIT is a global university of technology, design, and enterprise. It is one of the world’s top 200 universities (QS University Rankings 2022) and is known for its global excellence in higher education and applied research. RMIT’s local and international campuses feature some of the most technologically advanced facilities in the world, from the MicroNano Research Facility to RMIT Trading Facility (RTF).
RMIT is one of the largest higher education institutions in Australia. Established in 1887, RMIT was awarded royal patronage by Queen Elizabeth II for its educational service to the Commonwealth and contribution to the war effort. RMIT remains the only higher education institution in Australia with the right to use the prefix “Royal” and the Monarchy’s coat of arms.
RMIT’s main campus is based in the heart of Melbourne city, which is Australia’s number 1 city for international students (QS Best Student Cities 2023). The university has three campuses and two sites based in Australia, two campuses based in Vietnam, an industry and research collaboration centre based out of Spain, and over 200 partnerships with institutions from 42 countries.
RMIT is ranked 1st for graduate employment rate in Australia3 and ranked 3rd globally in reducing inequality4. The university is nationally among the top five for its international exchange and welcomes international students from across the globe.
RMIT specialises in industry-based and practical learning. It has industry partnerships with leading organisations like BMW, Deloitte, Adidas and L’Oréal to prepare students to be work-ready on graduation. Most work-integrated learning study options at RMIT include internships, work experience, and placement opportunities.
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Rankings and ratings
RMIT is ranked among the world’s top 1 percent of universities by the QS University Rankings 2022 and is the largest dual-sector university in Australia.
RMIT subjects also ranked among the world’s best. Some key results include:
Art and Design |
15th globally and 1st in Australia (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022) |
Architecture / Built Environment |
31st globally and 3rd in Australia (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022) |
Animation |
8th globally and 1st in Australia and New Zealand (Amination Career Review 2021) |
Blockchain
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2nd globally and 1st in Australia (7CoinDesk ranking 2021) |
Communication & Media Studies |
40th globally and 4th in Australia (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022) |
Engineering – Civil & Structural |
51-100 globally and 6th in Australia (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022) |
Accounting & Finance |
98th globally and 9th in Australia (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022) |
Study on campus
Australia is opening its borders to eligible international students. Apply today to experience campus life at the heart of Australia’s #1 city for international students (QS Best Student Cities 2023).
Some alternative and remote study options will continue to be offered, where possible, to ensure that international students affected by travel restrictions can continue to progress their study remotely.
Industry partnerships and opportunities
RMIT is well known for collaborating with industry networks and communities, and connecting students to diverse employment opportunities.
RMIT is ranked 1st nationally for graduate employment rate and ranked 61st globally and 13th in the Asia Pacific region for its partnership with employers (QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022). In 2022, 12,456 RMIT students undertook work-integrated learning placements with 3,254 unique global industry partners.
