RMIT University
RMIT is a university of technology, design and enterprise in the centre of Melbourne, with its city campus threaded through the streets north of the central business district.
About RMIT
It is strongest in engineering, computing, design, architecture and business, and it teaches with an industry-project emphasis rather than a purely academic one.
Melbourne is consistently rated one of the best student cities in the world, and RMIT sits in the middle of it.
Strong subjects
Entry at a glance
| English | IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 for most programmes |
| Intakes | February (semester 1); July (semester 2) |
| Undergraduate fees | about AUD $38,000 to $46,000 a year |
| Postgraduate fees | about AUD $38,000 to $48,000 a year |
| Application fee | AUD $100 on some programmes |
| Deposit | First semester tuition before the confirmation of enrolment is issued |
Fees are indicative for 2026/27. We confirm the exact figure with the university before you apply.
Courses
A selection. Ask us for the full list, or for a course that is not shown here.
| Course | Level | Length | Indicative fee | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Information Technology | Postgraduate | 2 years | AUD $44,000 a year | Feb, Jul |
| Master of Data Science | Postgraduate | 2 years | AUD $45,000 a year | Feb, Jul |
| Master of Engineering (Electrical) | Postgraduate | 2 years | AUD $45,500 a year | Feb, Jul |
| Master of Supply Chain and Logistics Management | Postgraduate | 2 years | AUD $41,000 a year | Feb, Jul |
| MBA | Postgraduate | 1.5 years | AUD $48,000 a year | Feb, Jul |
| Bachelor of Information Technology | Undergraduate | 3 years | AUD $41,000 a year | Feb, Jul |
Campus and student life
Work rights
Student visa holders may work up to 48 hours a fortnight during term and unrestricted hours in scheduled breaks.
After you graduate
A Temporary Graduate visa gives eligible master's graduates a period of post-study work. Length and eligibility depend on your qualification and age.
Industry projects
Most programmes include a capstone project with a real employer.
Cost of living
Melbourne is around AUD $2,000 to $2,600 a month including rent.
Questions about RMIT
How much money do I need for the Australian student visa?
Evidence of tuition plus living costs at the figure set by the Department of Home Affairs, which is reviewed regularly. We work from the current figure at the time you apply, not an old one.
Is the Genuine Student requirement difficult?
It replaced the old Genuine Temporary Entrant test and asks you to explain your course choice and your plans in writing. It is the part of an Australian application we spend most time on.
Can I work while studying?
Yes, up to 48 hours a fortnight in term time, and without limit during scheduled course breaks.
Why Melbourne rather than Sydney?
Melbourne is slightly cheaper, has a very large student population, and RMIT is in the city centre. Sydney has the larger finance job market.
Interested in RMIT?
Send us your results. We will tell you which of its courses you can get into and what the year will cost.