Foundation Studies and Associate Degrees

2011
FOUNDATION STUDIES, DIplOmA

AND ASSOCIATE DEGREE GUIDE
GUARANTEED
pATHWAYS
melbourne Australia
WElCOmE
Welcome to RMIT International College

More than 25 000 international students from over 100 countries have chosen to study
at RMIT campuses in Melbourne and elsewhere around the world. If you decide to join
them, you will find us a welcoming and multi-cultural university, specialising in providing
our students with a global passport to learning, work and personal and professional
satisfaction. Since our establishment in 1887 we have become a top choice for work-
relevant learning.
Many students find that an RMIT pathway program such as the RMIT Foundation
Program is the ideal bridge between school and university, as it makes the transition
as smooth and simple as possible. The pathway programs offered by RMIT International
College are designed to prepare you for success at RMIT University. You are not only
guaranteed a place* in your preferred RMIT University degree, as a pathways student
you are already an RMIT student, taught by University academics and studying in
Melbourne’s most vibrant downtown campus.
Unlike other generic programs, RMIT’s Foundation Studies programs have been
carefully designed to prepare you for success in your subsequent university studies in
business; science, engineering and technology; art, design and architecture; media
and communication, and property and construction management. Our Foundation
programs are designed, supported and accredited by RMIT University. They are also
recognised by the Australian Government and other Australian and overseas
universities. These are our most popular pathway programs for international students
and offer different start dates to suit you. You can also study at your own pace as you
have a choice of standard accelerated, fast track or extended program options.
Whichever pathway you choose, you will be supported by highly experienced RMIT staff
who understand the needs of young people studying in another country, away from
family and friends. The University undertakes follow-up studies which show that former
RMIT pathways students perform well in their further studies at RMIT University—in fact
last year 90% of those who successfully completed their Foundation Program went on
to higher education at RMIT University.
Congratulations on considering RMIT International College. In choosing an RMIT

pathways program you will study with a group of like-minded students focused on
successful transition and excellence—a great choice for your future.
Professor Margaret Gardner AO

Vice-Chancellor and President
* Subject to meeting the minimum academic and English language entry requirements
CONTENTS
RMIT International College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Our team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Student life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Melbourne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Cost of living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Tuition fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
 Foundation Studies
Streams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Intakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
English language entrance requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Assessment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Entrance requirements by country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Art, design and architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Media and communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Property and construction management . . . . . . . . . . 15
Science, engineering and technology . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Requirements for a guaranteed place . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Course (subject) descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
 Associate Degree
Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Entrance requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Assessment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Academic calendar 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Pathways. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Entrance requirements by country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Applied science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Design (Furniture) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Engineering technology (Civil engineering). . . . . . . . . 31
Engineering technology (Electrical/Electronics) . . . . . . 32
Engineering technology (Mechanical). . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Engineering technology (Network engineering) . . . . . . 34
Fashion and textile merchandising. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Information technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
 Diploma
Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
 English@RMIT (RMIT English Worldwide). . . . . . . . . 38
 Year 11 and 12 (Victorian Certificate of Education) . . 39
Frequently asked questions (FAQs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Application form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
City of Melbourne map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . inside back cover
Photography: Southbank by Peter Dunphy (page 7)

RmIT INTERNATIONAl COllEGE
RmIT UNIVERSITY HAs BEEN TEACHING

foUNDATIoN sTUDIEs AND PATHWAY PRoGRAMs
foR MANY YEARs. our teachers are experienced in working with
international students and understand the needs of young people studying
in another country, away from family and friends.
Why choose RMIT International College?

RMIT International College offers pathway programs to » are carefully designed to prepare you for success in your
RMIT University, one of Australia’s most international universities. subsequent university studies. RMIT’s Foundation Programs
Many students find that our programs are the ideal bridge between prepare you for transition into your chosen business; science,
engineering and technology; art, design and architecture; media
school and international university studies providing pathways into
and communication, or property and construction management
more than 200 degrees and associate degrees at RMIT University. degree at RMIT University, unlike other generic programs
RMIT Foundation and Diploma programs: » offer you the experience of university life from day one. You don’t
» are your pathway to success. Ninety percent of those who have to wait until you finish your pathway studies—you are an
successfully completed their Foundation Program last year RMIT University student from your first day as a Foundation or
went on to higher education at RMIT University Diploma student
» offer guaranteed entry into degree and associate degree » are taught on campus by University staff, in the same College
programs at RMIT University (faculty) as your ultimate destination. As an RMIT University
student you’ll have access to libraries, laboratories, studios, IT
» offer flexible starting dates and the ability to study at your own equipment, student services and clubs
pace as you have a choice of standard accelerated, fast track
or extended program options in Foundation » give you access to great facilities and services, and study
right in the heart of Melbourne, so getting around is easy.
» are designed, taught, supported and accredited by
RMIT University and recognised by other universities and RMIT International College is your pathway to RMIT University
the Australian Government success.
» Offer you individual attention so you’ll develop close relationships
with your teachers and other students. Our small class sizes
ensure you get the attention and feedback you need
Pathway options
Entry levels Foundation Studies Degree
Year 12 Fast Track (7 months)

Accelerated (8 months)
Equivalent
IELTS 5.5
Standard (10 months) Year 4*
Extended (13 months)
Year 11 Accelerated (8 months)

Equivalent Standard (10 months) Associate Degree Year 3
IELTS 5.5 Extended (13 months)
Year 11
Diploma Year 2
Equivalent Extended (13 months)
IELTS 5.0
Year 10 Year 1
VCE Accelerated (8 months)
Equivalent
Units 1 & 2 Standard (10 months)
IELTS 5.0
*Some RMIT degree programs are three years and some are four years in duration.
2 RMIT INTERNATIoNAl CollEGE | 2011 foUNDATIoN sTUDIEs AND AssoCIATE DEGREE GUIDE
OUR TEAm
RmIT INTERNATIONAl COllEGE IS mANAGED AND

ADmINISTERED BY A TEAM of DEDICATED
PRofEssIoNAls. We provide students with a variety of
academic and social activities that assist them with making new friends
and adjusting to their environment. students also have access to
vocational guidance, whereby individual appointments are organised
for them to discuss academic programs and career choices, keeping
them informed of program availability and prerequisites.
RMIT International College’s management and administration  Design teacher Vanessa (third from left) with
team from left to right: Dr Marian Matic, Tammy Cooper, happy design students at the opening of the
Gabriel O'Sullivan, Merlina Vanceva and Nigel Wood Foundation Studies exhibition, an annual event
Not in this photo: Katrina Klos and Mandee Dhillon that showcases the work of our Foundation
Studies (Art, Design and Architecture) students

Chemistry teacher Andrew (second from left) 
Physics and Maths teacher Bruce (second 
Students showing their 3D models to Space
quietly observing his students as they carefully from left) helping his students interpret the Design teacher Diana (extreme right), who looks
perform a laboratory experiment results of a Physics experiment quite impressed
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pROGRAmS
OUR pROGRAmS ARE DESIGNED TO PRoVIDE

INTERNATIoNAl sTUDENTs WITH THE
EDUCATIoN THEY REQUIRE To ENTER AND
sUCCEED IN BACHEloR DEGREE PRoGRAMs.
Foundation Studies RMIT diploma

RMIT University’s Foundation Studies program is an accredited
Because RMIT University is a dual-sector institution it is able to offer
program that prepares students for university-level study. It is
many additional education pathways. If students have completed
recognised for entry to degree and diploma programs by Australian
Year 12 in their own country, completed a Foundation Studies
and international higher education institutions. Students can enter
program or passed VCE, they can enter an RMIT diploma program
from either Year 11 or 12 and take the standard, extended,
if their results are not sufficient for direct entry to a degree program.
accelerated or fast-track option. The availability of five intakes
Diploma programs generally require one to two years to complete
a year means students are able to minimise the time to qualify
and are available in a wide range of disciplines, including arts,
for their degree. For further details about entrance requirements,
business, computer science, communication, design, engineering,
please refer to pages 10 and 11.
environmental science, health sciences, and language/interpreting.
The Foundation Studies program has five streams that are tailored
Many of RMIT University’s diplomas provide pathways to the later
to prepare students for further study in the field of their choice.
years of a degree program, provided students gain sufficient grades
The streams are:
for entry. For example, students who successfully complete the
» Art, design and architecture (page 12)
one-year Diploma of Commerce are guaranteed a place in a business
degree with credit towards first-year subjects. Diplomas like this are a
» Business (page 13)
good second chance option for students, providing them with a

» Media and communication (page 14)
pathway to gain both a diploma and a bachelor qualification.
» Property and construction management (page 15)
Many students studying a diploma or advanced diploma program

» Science, engineering and technology (page 16).
elect to graduate with an industry-recognised qualification and

Follow-up studies show that Foundation Studies students perform
enter the workforce, while others use the pathways options.
well in further studies at RMIT University. Of the students who
RMIT University has numerous education pathways.
successfully completed their RMIT Foundation Studies program
in 2009, 90% continued on to higher education at RMIT University.
What is the difference between

Associate degree
VCE and Foundation Studies?
Associate degrees are broad-based and graduates develop
VCE (Victorian Certificate of Education) is the official senior
employment-related skills relevant to the discipline/s. Completed
secondary program taught in Victorian schools. It is a two-year
over two years, the associate degree is designed to follow
program covering Year 11 and Year 12. The curriculum is set
Year 12 (or equivalent), Certificate III or IV. With an emphasis
and accredited by the Victorian Government. The Year 12
on the foundational, research-based knowledge of an academic
component includes external assessment and externally
discipline, this degree enables entrance into a number of bachelor
set examinations. Its calendar is determined by the standard
degree programs.
Australian academic year.
The associate degree articulates with two-years’ advanced
The Foundation Studies program is accredited by RMIT
standing into a bachelor degree in a directly related area of study,
University and the curriculum is specially designed for
or into an adjacent or different discipline with correspondingly less
international students. The assessment is set and conducted
credit where appropriate.
by RMIT and several intakes and durations are available. The
program is recognised throughout Australia. For international
students seeking a university entrance qualification, particularly
into Australian universities, it is an alternative to VCE Year 12.
Some international students find VCE Units 1 and/or
2 (Year 11) helpful preparation for Foundation Studies.
WE offER fIVE INTAKEs PER YEAR

AND FIVE pROGRAm STREAmS
STUDENT lIFE
To remain a happy and successful student, it is important to lead a balanced life.

This includes making time for recreational and social interaction, as well as study.
RMIT International College students have opportunities to RMIT student clubs and associations
participate in extracurricular activities organised by College
RMIT has more than 100 student clubs including academic
and University staff. Social events include orientation getaways,
course-based student associations, nationality-based associations,
sporting competitions, gallery visits, debating competitions,
arts clubs, religious clubs (including a variety of Buddhist, Islamic
excursions and graduate exhibitions. Students can also obtain
and Christian clubs), political clubs and recreational, hobby-based
discounted cinema tickets and discounted travel within Australia
clubs (e.g. cars, chess, science fiction). There are many sporting
as part of RMIT groups. These activities can help students make
clubs on offer.
friends and stay happy and healthy during their studies.
Nationality-based associations
» African Students Association
» Chinese Students and Scholars Association
» Indian Club
» Indonesian Student Association
» Iranian Student Association
» Japan Club
» Libyan Students Association
» Malaysian Students Association
» Mauritian Student Club
» Omani Student Society
Am I too young or old to attend
RMIT International College? » Pakistani Students Club
» RMIT United Society of Hellenes
Students must be at least 16 years old when they commence
» Saudi Students Union
Foundation Studies but there are no upper age restrictions on
RMIT International College students. » Singaporean Students Association
» Sri Lankan Students Association
The average age of students is 18 – 20 but there are also
» Tamil Mandram
many students in their 20s and occasionally students older
than this. As part of Australian law, students who are under 18 » Turkish Society
will need to arrange a guardian in Australia. Information about
this will be provided when you receive your letter of offer.
Further information can be obtained from the Australian
Sports clubs
diplomatic post in your home country.
» AFL » Soccer
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/applications/guardianship » Aikido » Squash
» Athletics » Surfing
» Badminton » Swimming
» Basketball » Table tennis
» Cheerleading » Tae Kwando (WTF)
» Cricket » Tae Kwando (ITF)
» Dragon Boat » Tennis
» Fencing » Touch football
» Hockey » Underwater
» Kung Fu » Volleyball
» Netball » Water-ski and
» Outdoors wakeboard
» Snow sports
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mElBOURNE
RMIT UNIVERsITY’s CENTRAl CITY lOCATION

ADDs To THE VIBRANCY of MElBoURNE,
A CosMoPolITAN CITY of 3.9 MIllIoN PEoPlE.
A safe, clean city, Melbourne is known for its street life, restaurants,
architecture and festivals (including fashion, comedy and film).
Affordable recreation and sporting opportunities are also available.
Melbourne’s multicultural atmosphere immediately puts visitors at Weather

ease. A wide selection of international food is available including
Known for its four distinct seasons, Melbourne’s summers can be
Asian, Mediterranean, Indian, South American and African. Markets
dry and hot, with the average daytime temperature reaching 28°C
and supermarkets also sell a variety of foods and household goods.
(82°F). Winters can be cool and wet, dropping to an average
Once you have completed your shopping, let Melbourne’s extensive
daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F).
public transport system of buses, trains and trams take you home.
www.melbourne.vic.gov.au
Events
Throughout the year, Melbourne plays host to a wide variety of
Accommodation
events including: There are a number of accommodation choices for students.
» Fashion Week RMIT Housing Advisory Service provides information and
advice on accommodation options, finding where to live, and
» Australian Formula One Grand Prix
your legal responsibilities.
» Australian Open (tennis)
» One Day International and Test Cricket matches Homestay/full board
» Melbourne International Comedy Festival Homestay is a good choice if you want to experience living in
» Melbourne Cup Carnival (international horse racing) an Australian home while improving your English. RMIT can assist
you to arrange this type of accommodation after your arrival in
» Moomba Waterfest
Melbourne. Weekly rates are approximately AU$245.
» Writers’ Festival
» Food and Wine Festival Private student hostel accommodation
» International Arts Festival There are many private hostels close to RMIT University offering
» Melbourne Jazz Festival accommodation that includes a furnished bedroom, share bathroom,
» Australian Rules Football living and leisure areas. Computer facilities may also be available.
Weekly prices range from AU$240 to AU$480.
» Melbourne International Film Festival
Student apartment complexes
www.thatsmelbourne.com.au
The latest trend in off-campus student housing is fully furnished student
apartment complexes. The average cost per week can vary from
AU$300 to AU$400. RMIT Village is one such option.
Share and rental accommodation
Many students prefer a more independent lifestyle by sharing or
renting a house or flat. The average cost per week is from AU$140
to AU$240 per person, depending on the location and facilities.
www.rmit.edu.au/housing
... a great place to study
mElBOURNE, ONE OF THE WORlD’S mOST lIVEABlE CITIES,

Is Also AUsTRAlIA’s CUlTURAl HUB.
COST OF lIVING TUITION FEES
For many students commencing their study at RMIT, this will

The following tuition fees* will apply to RMIT International College
be their first time living away from home. While this is an exciting
students in 2011.
prospect, there are many responsibilities that need to be considered,
including the establishment and management of a budget.

Program Intake 2011 program
fee (AU$)
Living costs vary according to the type of accommodation, the
Foundation Studies (streams)

number of people living in the accommodation and the location.
Art, Design and Architecture February, June 18750

Below is a sample budget for a single student for one year
(excluding university fees).

Art, Design and Architecture July 15500
Business February, June, 18750

Expenses Per week Per year September
AU$ AU$
Business November 27000
Accommodation establishment costs — 1 958*
(rental bond^, furniture etc.) Media and Communication February, June 18750
Rent for accommodation (share) 170 8 840 Property and Construction Management February, June 18750
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) — 389 Science, Engineering and Technology February, June, 18750
September
Telephone, gas, electricity, water 46 2 392
Science, Engineering and Technology July 15500
Travel (up to 10 km from city) 36 1 872
Science, Engineering and Technology November 27000
Books and stationery — 869
Associate degree
Food 67 3 484
Applied Science February 20640
Personal expenses 87 4 524
Business February, July 17760
Total annual costs (approximate) AU$24 328 Design (Furniture) February 19680
* These costs are generally paid once when first setting up accommodation.
Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering) February, July 21120
^
Bond is equivalent to four weeks’ rent.
All prices are estimates for 2010/2011.

Engineering Technology February, July 21120
(Electrical/Electronics)
Employment Engineering Technology (Mechanical) February, July 21120
Engineering Technology February, July 21120

International students studying in Australia on a student visa are
(Network Engineering)
able to work in Australia once they have obtained permission to
work from the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). Fashion and Textile Merchandising~ February 19680
Information Technology February 20640

The work permit can be obtained only after a student has
Diploma
commenced their studies in Australia. A work permit allows a
student to work for up to 20 hours per week during study blocks Commerce February, July 17760
and full-time during semester breaks. VCE
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/international/workpermit Victorian Certificate of Education (Year 11) February, July 15000
Victorian Certificate of Education (Year 12) February 15000
English Language Programs (ELICOS) Duration

IELTS Preparation Course 5 weeks 395/week
Intensive English (Elementary to Advanced) 4–55 weeks 395/week

~ This program is delivered at the Brunswick campus.
Tuition fees do not include extra expenses such as Overseas

Student Health Cover (OSHC), administrative service charges,
books, equipment and other materials required to undertake the
program or compulsory activities where relevant, such as fieldwork,
excursions or laboratory practicals. Changes to program tuition fees
will be applied at the beginning of each calendar year. RMIT will
ensure that any future annual fee increase will be maintained
below 7.5% (subject to rounding).
Please check the web page for the most up-to-date version
of RMIT programs and fees for international students and
for further information about the fee structure of your program.
www.international.rmit.edu.au/info/programfees.asp
* See page 21 for Foundation Studies scholarships

RMIT Village
FOUNDATION STUDIES
STREAmS
The Foundation Studies stream you choose depends on the career and industry you want to enter.
Career/industry Foundation Studies stream
Art, Design Business Media and Property and Science, Engineering
and Architecture Communication Construction Management and Technology
Accountant 
Advertising  
Aerospace engineer 
Architect 
Automotive engineer 
Biotechnologist 
Business administration 
Business analyst 
Business IT consultant 
Chemical engineer 
Chiropractor 
Civil engineer 
Communications engineer 
Computer programmer 
Computer systems engineer 
Construction manager 
Economics 
Electrical/electronic engineer 
Entrepreneur 
Environmental engineer 
Environmental scientist 
Fashion designer and technologist 
Finance manager 
Fine artist 
Food technologist 
Footwear designer 
Graphic designer 
Industrial designer 
Information systems manager 
Interior decoration and designer 
International business 
Journalist 
Laboratory technician 
Land economist 
Landscape architect 
Logistics and supply chain manager 
Marketer 
Mechanical engineer 
Media 
Medical radiologist 
Multimedia  
Nurse 
Nutritionist 
Pharmaceutical scientist 
Photographer 
Product designer 
Professional communication 
Project management 
Property 
Psychologist  
Public relations 
Quantity surveyor 
Screen print designer 
Software systems engineer 
Surveyor 
Textile designer 
TV and film production 
Visual merchandiser 
Please refer to page 12 for English language entrance requirements. 9

FOUNDATION STUDIES
INTAkES
foundation studies intakes are spread across the year, and are not bound by
the traditional academic calendar.
Students can commence Foundation Studies once they complete secondary school in their home country, or after completing Year 11
and attaining good results. Intakes are listed in the table below.
Start 2011 Streams available Months to Contact hours Enrolment date Completion date Start diploma or
completion per week degree program
22 February      10 months 24–26 21 February 2011 25 November 2011 February/March 2012
(standard)
15 June      8 months 28–31 14 June 2011 20 January 2012 February/March 2012
(accelerated)
12 July   7 months 28–31 11 July 2011 20 January 2012 February/March 2012
(fast track)
6 September   10 months 24–26 5 September 2011 1 June 2012 July 2012
(standard)
15 November   13 months 24–26 14 November 2011 23 November 2012 February/March 2013
(extended)
 Art, Design and Architecture  Business/IT  Media and Communication  Science, Engineering and Technology  Property and Construction Management
* Please note that the above dates may be subject to minor change. For details of vacation and exam dates, please refer to www.rmit.edu.au/internationalcollege
Are all intakes the same?

Not all streams are available in each intake and not all elective courses (subjects) are offered in every intake. For this reason it is
important that you choose your intake and stream carefully.
Students applying for the June and July intakes must be prepared and able to take an intensive program.
For information about student visas and application deadlines, please refer to the FAQs on page 40.
ENGlISH lANGUAGE ENTRANCE REQUIREmENTS

All Foundation Studies students must provide evidence of English language proficiency.
Students who do not meet these requirements must successfully complete an intensive English language program at Upper Intermediate
level with REW (see page 38) before beginning Foundation Studies.
Intake IELTS English language requirement (one of the following):

(Academic)
TOEFL GCE REW Malaysia HKCEE India Kenyan
Paper Internet based (iBT) (10 + 1) KCSE
based
February 5.5+ (no 530+ Overall score 71, minimum O levels Upper SPM English English English C
June band less (TWE 3.5+) 17 in all sections English Intermediate English with 3 60%
July than 5.0) with C or above^ with B
September
November 5.0+ (no 500+ Overall score 61, minimum O levels Intermediate SPM English
(extended) band less (TWE 3.0+) 15 in all sections English or above^ English with with 2
than 4.5) with D C5
^ See page 38
ASSESSmENT
Continuous assessment by tests, assignments, projects, presentations and final examinations contributes to the final score for each course
(subject) in all the Foundation Studies streams. To graduate from this program, students must pass a total of eight courses including English
(usually comprising part A and B of four courses).
FOUNDATION STUDIES
ENTRANCE REQUIREmENTS BY COUNTRY
Students who have already completed a Year 11 equivalent in their own country (or elsewhere), but whose results do not meet the criteria
for entry into the Foundation Studies program, may proceed to Foundation Studies after one semester of Year 11 VCE, if they achieve
a minimum of a B grade in English and B or C grades in other areas.
Country February, June, September and November intakes July intake

Australia Year 11 equivalent with C average Year 12 equivalent pass
Bangladesh Year 11 pass Year 12 pass
Botswana 4 O levels with credit average 1 A level or 3 AS levels
Brunei 4 O levels with an aggregate no higher than 20 1 A level or 3 AS levels
(preliminary results are acceptable)
Canada Year 11 with good pass Year 12 pass
China Gao Er/Senior Middle 2, minimum average 80% Gao San/Senior Middle 3, minimum average 60%
Colombia High School pass High School pass
Gulf States Secondary School Certificate with 65% average Secondary School Certificate with 85% average
(Oman, Bahrain, (best 4 subjects) (best 4 subjects)
Kuwait, Qatar, UAE)
Hong Kong HKCEE with 4 Ds or better. For requirements for new HKDSE, 1 A level or 3 AS levels
please contact RMIT International Services.
India All India Secondary School Certificate (10+1) or All India Senior School Certificate (10+2) or
equivalent with at least 65% (forecast results are acceptable) equivalent (forecast results are acceptable)
Indonesia SMU2 with an average of 6 SMU3 with an average of 6
Japan Kotogakko Year 2 with 3 average Kotogakko Year 3 with 3 average
Kenya KCSE with C average or 4 O levels with credit average 1 A level or 3 AS levels
Korea Senior High School Year 2 with C average Senior High School Year 3 with C average
Macau Form 5 with C average Form 6
Malaysia SPM with at least 5 credits (forecast results are acceptable), STPM with at least 3 Es, UEC SM3 pass
UEC SM2, 60% average
Mauritius 4 O levels with credit average 1 A level or 3 AS levels
Mexico High School pass High School pass
New Zealand* NCEA2 completed with merit average NCEA3 completed
Pakistan Intermediate HSC (Part 1) pass HSC pass
Russia Credit average in Grade 11 Completion of Grade 12
Saudi Arabia GSEC/Tawjihiyah or Secondary Vocational School Diploma GSEC/Tawjihiyah or Secondary Vocational School Diploma
or Secondary Commercial School Diploma or Secondary or Secondary Commercial School Diploma or Secondary
Agricultural School Diploma with 65% average Agricultural School Diploma with 85% average
Singapore 4 O levels with an aggregate no higher than 20 1 A level or 3 AO levels
(preliminary results are acceptable)
South Africa Senior Certificate Senior Certificate
Sri Lanka 4 O levels with credit average 1 A level or 3 AS levels
Taiwan 2nd year of Senior High School with a 60% average Senior High School Diploma with 60% average
Tanzania 4 O levels with credit average 1 A level or 3 AS levels
Thailand M5 with a grade average of 2 M6 with a grade average of 2
Turkey Successful completion of Lise Diplomasi, Year 11 or equivalent Successful completion of a course equivalent to the
International Baccalaureate or first year university in Turkey
United States of America Year 11 with GPA 2.5 High School Diploma with GPA 2.0
Vietnam Year 11 pass with grade average of 7 Year 12 pass with a grade average of 6.5
Zambia and Zimbabwe 4 O levels with credit average 1 A level or 3 AS levels
This table shows the required entry levels, by country and intake, for students who wish to enter Foundation Studies. For prerequisites for countries not listed,
please contact us.
NB:
» Students who do not meet the academic requirements for Foundation Studies or VCE Year 12 are advised to do VCE Year 11.
» Students who do not meet the English language requirements, but do satisfy academic requirements, are advised to do an RMIT ELICOS program.
Refer to www.rmitenglishworldwide.com for further information.
*Please note that citizens of Australia and New Zealand are not eligible to enter Foundation Studies.
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FOUNDATION STUDIES
This program allows you to specialise Unique features

Art, Design and in the study of art, design and architecture
so as to focus your portfolios on a particular
» Program is highly focused on visual
design; students take four design
Architecture area of interest. Classes are largely studio- subjects plus English.
based and are designed to help you develop » Studio-based classes.
your skills and different approaches to » Strong relationship with bachelor and
creative problem-solving through the diploma design staff who provide
development of various design concepts. information sessions and moderation.
Teachers are experienced artists and » No further folio or interview required
designers. They are also experienced in to enter design degrees if the required
working with international students and have Foundation Studies results are gained.
a good understanding of the needs of young » Students who do not meet the
people studying in another country and requirements for guaranteed entry
away from family and friends. will be given an opportunity to submit
FS002 Foundation Studies a portfolio and/or attend an interview
(Art, Design and Architecture) The program is located within RMIT’s School so as to be considered for remaining
CRICOS code/intake: of Art and the School of Design (TAFE). places in art and design degrees.
» 048976C/February As a result, the program has strong links with » Annual exhibition of students’ work.
» 048977B/June degree and diploma, art and design programs » Gallery visits.
» 065132F/July and their selection officers. Information » Ongoing assessment is based largely
Duration: sessions, workshops, portfolio moderation on practical design projects.
» 10 months (February intake) and guest lectures are just some of the
» 8 months (June intake) benefits to students coming out of these links. Program structure
» 7 months (July intake) At the end of the year, a group exhibition
Courses (subjects) offered include:
City campus showcases the talents of RMIT International
College to the rest of the University. » English
Academics from degree and diploma » Design Communication
programs always attend these exhibitions. » Multimedia (elective)
Upon completion of this program, you will » New Media
have developed your visual literacy, English » Photography (elective)
language skills and improved your » Principles and Elements of Design
conceptual and analytical skills. You will have » Production Skills
increased confidence, communication and
» Space Design (elective)
public speaking skills, as well as a better
understanding of Western culture and You must choose one of the three electives
academic processes. You will have had listed above. Electives are not offered in the
opportunities to understand issues relating July intake.
to teamwork, to develop practical For course descriptions please refer to page 22.
techniques and to see your work in a global
Matthew Watts, coordinator, Foundation Studies Careers
(Art, Design and Architecture)
and environmental context.
Additional cost This program prepares you for careers in
the following fields: advertising, architecture,
The estimated cost for the required material building design, drafting, communication
kit is approximately AU$600. design, electronic publishing, fashion
design, fine art, furniture design, furniture
technology, graphic art, graphic design,
industrial design, interior decoration and
design, interior design, landscape
architecture, photography, multimedia,
product design, screen print design, textile
design, video production, visual arts and
visual merchandising.
‘Well, this place is fantastic! I appreciate the opportunity to study

my favourite subject here with many experienced and kind
teachers. The areas for design students provide modern facilities,
peaceful environment and active atmosphere, which gives
convenience to everyone to achieve dreams.‘
Shenice (He Shengting)

Foundation Studies (Art, Design and Architecture)
FOUNDATION STUDIES
The Business stream aims to provide you Unique features

Business with a wide range of academic skills that
will enable you to move successfully into
» A close relationship with the business
pathways degree and diploma programs.
further study and then careers in » Foundation business students are located
professional business fields. The focus in the same building as all business
is on developing written and oral students. This allows the opportunity
presentation skills as well as developing for students to meet and mingle with
skills in research, report writing and a variety of students at diploma, degree
critical analysis. In addition, you develop a and postgraduate level.
basic understanding of important » There is a strong mentoring program
business concepts such as commercial which encourages social activities that
law, economics and financial accounting. combine international and Australian
The program also offers the choice of students.
studying general mathematics or » Personalised academic counselling for all
business computing as an elective. students to assist them with future studies
FS003 Foundation Studies (Business) and career options.
CRICOS code/intake The teachers in this program generally have
» 063568E/February and a professional business background as well Program structure
November
as an understanding of international Courses (subjects) offered include:
» 063569D/June
students’ needs. Some of the teachers
» 063577D/November » English
have been directly involved with running
Duration:
businesses of their own, or have been » Accounting
» 10 months (February and » Business Computer Applications (elective)
September intakes) employees in accounting, finance and law
» 8 months (June intake) firms. These teachers bring real business » Culture and Society (elective)
» 13 months (November intake) experience to the classroom. » Economics
City campus The program is committed to introducing » General Maths (elective)
you to Australian teaching and learning » Legal Studies
strategies, as well as offering opportunities Please note that not all electives will be available
to participate in a variety of social for all intakes.
experiences and activities to further For course descriptions please refer to page 22.
promote confidence in a social setting.
Career fields
This program prepares you for careers in
the following fields: accounting, advertising,
business administration, business analysis,
business IT, commerce, computer
systems, construction management,
database design, economics,
entrepreneurship, finance, management,
internet/web site development,
Annitta Siliato, coordinator, Foundation Studies IT management, marketing, project
(Business) management, property, transport and
logistics management, international
business, public relations and systems
operations management.
‘studying here at RMIT is an excellent experience for me as it is

great seeing students from all over the world working hard to
achieve their life time goals. In fact, I came to Australia to fulfil
my life time goal to become an engtrepreneur in the retail
industry. I'm hoping to achieve this at RMIT.‘
Sashine Dullewe
Foundation Studies (Business)

FOUNDATION STUDIES
This program is located within RMIT’s Program structure

media and School of Education and develops your
knowledge and skills in academic writing,
Communication research, critical analysis and »

»
English
Media Studies
communication. You gain specialised skills in
media, professional communication and » Professional Communication
computer literacy. The program provides a » Computer Applications for Desktop
valuable transition into tertiary study and Publishing
Australian life through academic and social » Applied Psychology
activities such as:
For course descriptions please refer to page 22.
» publishing student newspapers and
short stories Career fields
» debating competitions This program prepares you for careers in the
» script writing for film and television following fields:
FS005 Foundation Studies » advertising campaigns
(Media and Communication) Media and Communication
CRICOS code/intake: » camps and excursions.
Advertising, journalism, media, professional
» 048984C/February
Unique features communication and public relations.
» 048985B/June
Duration: » A strong relationship with the degree Psychology/Social Science
» 10 months (February intake) programs in applied communication Business, psychology and social science.
» 8 months (June intake) and social science.
Graduates have careers in broadcast news,
City campus
» Communication in an academic
environment is the main priority community liaison/welfare, counselling,
of the program. events management, human services,
marketing, media production/liaison,
» Students learn to communicate with
students from many different cultural psychology and TV and film.
and linguistic backgrounds.
» Academic and practical projects ensure
students develop confidence in the
academic skills required for study
at university.
» The overwhelming majority of students
graduating from the media and
communication stream proceed directly
into degree programs. Students report
that Foundation Studies greatly enhances
their success.
Philip Harty, coordinator, Foundation Studies
(Media and Communication)
‘foundation studies has provided me with a pathway to

my ideal university. The knowledge and skills taught by the
teachers are very specific to the employment market, such as
conducting professional interviews and creating an advertising
campaign. fortunately, the variety of courses I have undertaken
helped me gain a better understanding of what I would like to
do in the future.‘
Ran Yu
Foundation Studies (Media and Communication)
FOUNDATION STUDIES
This program is located within RMIT's Program structure

property and School of Design (TAFE) and focuses on
providing you with a broad range of skills
Construction and experience that will prepare you »

»
English
Economics
for further study and a career in property and

management construction fields. This includes developing » General Maths
writing and oral communication skills; » Legal Studies (elective)
quantitative skills; skills in research and critical

» New Media (elective)
analysis; as well as becoming familiar with

» Production Skills (elective)
economic concepts and methodology. The

program also provides elective courses that » Space Design (elective)
allow you to develop an understanding For course descriptions please refer to page 22.
of the fundamentals of commercial law; a

studio-based familiarisation with technical Career fields
drawing and computer-assisted drafting; and This program prepares you for careers in the
FS015 Foundation Studies
(Property and Construction an understanding of the properties and design following fields: construction management,
Management) applications of materials used in building construction economics, quantity surveying,
CRICOS code/intake: construction. The program provides you with construction consultancy, project
» 058394J/February assistance in adjusting to teaching and management, investment management/
» 058389F/June learning methods, expectations and administration, land economics, property
Duration: standards, and offers extra-curricular management, property finance and property
» 10 months (February intake) activities designed to enhance your valuation.
» 8 months (June intake) introduction to tertiary studies.
City campus
Unique features
» A unique selection of courses (subjects)
that encompass the fields of business
and building-related design as well
as maths and English, all of which will
contribute to success in further studies
and work in the fields of property and
construction management.
» A close relationship with the pathway
degree and diploma programs.
Information sessions will be held to give
students further information about these
programs.
» Students learn to communicate and work
in teams with students from a variety
Annitta Siliato, coordinator, Foundation Studies of cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
(Property and Construction Management) » The opportunity to study studio-based
courses that enhance understanding
of the work of related professions such
as architecture and interior design.
‘With professional teachers who guide students step by step

to success based on a well structured and organised outline,
RMIT University provides the highest possible standards of
education. students all around the world have no problem
adapting to the education system provided by RMIT University.‘
Lo Jin Wei
Foundation Studies (Property and Construction Management)

FOUNDATION STUDIES
This program is located wihin RMIT's School Program structure

Science, of Life and Physical Sciences. It develops
your knowledge in a wide range of
Engineering mathematics, applied sciences, computer »

»
Applied Mathematics
Applied Psychology
science and information technology.
and Technology Specifically, it provides you with a large » English
selection of courses (subjects). It is the aim » Biology
of this program that you are able to select
» Chemistry
those courses (subjects) which are relevant
» Computer Science
to your particular pathway.
» Computers and Networks
The program specialises in providing you with » General Mathematics
the assistance and directions required to
» Physics
adjust to Australian educational expectations
and standards in order to prepare for further » Pure Mathematics
FS000 Foundation Studies study at a tertiary level. Many social and For course descriptions please refer to page 22.
(Science, Engineering and academic activities, such as excursions,
Technology) sports and debating competitions, are Prerequisites
CRICOS code/intake:
built into the program to enhance your As well as the general prerequisites for
» 055770C/February and
September transition into tertiary studies. Foundation Studies students (see page 11),
» 055771B/June students wishing to undertake the Science,
Unique features Engineering and Technology stream must
» 065937B/July
» There is a close relationship with the have studied a Year 11 or equivalent
» 058388G/November academics involved in the bachelor/
Duration: specialist science stream.
diploma pathway programs. Information
» 10 months (February and sessions are held to fully inform students Career fields
September intakes) about these programs.
» 8 months (June intake) This program prepares you for careers in
» There is provision for students to alter
» 7 months (July intake) the following fields: aerospace engineering,
their course (subject) selection at the
» 13 months (November intake) end of the first semester if they decide applied chemistry, applied physics,
City campus to change their pathway direction. automotive engineering, biotechnology,
chemical engineering, chiropractor, civil
» Students are able to select courses
(subjects) which are relevant to their engineering, communications engineering,
particular pathway. computer and internet technology, computer
programming, computer systems
engineering, education, electrical
engineering, electronic engineering,
environmental engineering, environmental
science, food technology, information
systems management, laboratory
technology, manufacturing and engineering
management, mechanical engineering,
medical radiology, multimedia technology,
nursing, nutrition, pharmaceutical science,
psychology, software systems engineering
and surveying.
Tracy Salter, coordinator, Foundation Studies
(Science, Engineering and Technology)
‘The program has very friendly and helpful teachers. They are
always willing to help whenever I have problems. RMIT prepares
me in solving unfamiliar problems and hence builds my
confidence in treating patients.‘
Julie Kan
Foundation Studies (Science, Engineering and Technology)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Chinese Medicine)/(Human Biology)
FOUNDATION STUDIES
Pathways and courses (subjects) offered

The following table illustrates pathways for program in food technology and nutrition, physics, pure maths, and chemistry
the science, engineering and technology you would be advised to follow the Science (all of these subjects appear within the
field and the diagram shows the pathway (the green section of the table and green circle). All Foundation Studies
Foundation Studies subjects available for diagram). Foundation Studies subjects students must study English, taking the
each pathway. For example, if you are available to you include (select four): total subjects studied to five. (Students
interested in pursuing a degree or diploma psychology, biology, general maths, in the July intake study four subjects.)
Science pathway Engineering pathway Technology pathway

» Biomedical Science » Advanced » Computer and Network
» Chinese Medicine Manufacturing and Engineering
Mechatronics » Computer Science
» Chiropractic
» Aerospace » Computing Studies
» Food Technology and
Nutrition » Chemical » Games Graphics and
» Laboratory Medicine » Civil and Infrastructure Digital Media
» Medical Radiations » Electrical » Information Technology
» Nursing » Electronic and » Software Engineering
Communication
» Psychology
» Mechanical
Applied Maths
Chemisty Computer
Science
Physics
Pure Maths
Psychology Computers
and
General Networks
Biology
Maths
‘The foundation studies English course really prepares

students for research work, especially in terms of referencing
and paraphrasing. My course integrates Chinese Medicine
and Western Medicine to provide a more holistic treatment
for patients.‘
Venessa Denise Pei Yun Lim

Bachelor of Applied Science (Chinese Medicine)/(Human Biology)

FOUNDATION STUDIES
REQUIREmENTS FOR A GUARANTEED plACE

What do I want to study? Foundation Studies
(See notes on page 21)
Program Result for Additional
guaranteed prerequisites
entry*
Business
Bachelor of Business Business; Art, Design and Architecture; Media and 75% English Minimum 75%
Professional Accountancy, Business Information Systems, Communication; Science, Engineering and Technology;
International Business – Applied, Marketing – Applied, Logistics Property and Construction Management
and Supply Chain Management – Applied
Bachelor of Business Business; Art, Design and Architecture; Media and 70%
Accountancy, Entrepreneurship, International Business, Communication; Science, Engineering and Technology;
Management, Marketing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management Property and Construction Management
Bachelor of Business Business; Science, Engineering and Technology; 75% English Minimum 75%,
Economics and Finance – Applied Property and Construction Management Maths
Bachelor of Business Business; Science, Engineering and Technology; 70% Maths
Economics and Finance Property and Construction Management
Associate Degree In Business Business; Art, Design and Architecture; Media and 60% English Minimum 60%
Communication; Science, Engineering and Technology;
Property and Construction Management
Certificate IV in Financial Services (Accounting)/Diploma/ Business; Art, Design and Architecture; Media and 50%
Advanced Diploma of Accounting Communication; Science, Engineering and Technology;
Certificate IV in International Trade/Diploma/Advanced Business; Art, Design and Architecture; Media and 50%
Diploma of International Business Communication; Science, Engineering and Technology;
Diploma of Commerce Business; Art, Design and Architecture; Media and 50%
Communication
Bachelor of Arts Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Creative Writing, Music Industry
Bachelor of Communication Art, Design and Architecture; Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Advertising
Bachelor of Communication Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Journalism, Media, Professional Communication, Public Relations
Advanced Diploma of Screenwriting Media and Communication 50%
Advanced Diploma of Translating and Interpreting Media and Communication 50% Bilingual intake test
Diploma/Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media Art, Design and Architecture; Media and Communication 50%
Certificate IV/Diploma of Creative Industries Art, Design and Architecture; Media and Communication 50%
Diploma of Interpreting Media and Communication 50% Bilingual intake test
Certificate IV/Advanced Diploma of Sound Production Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Design
Bachelor of Architectural Design Art, Design and Architecture 80%
Bachelor of Arts Art, Design and Architecture 70% English minimum 70%
Animation and Interactive Media, Digital Art, Games Graphic
Design, Photography
Bachelor of Arts Art, Design and Architecture 70% Selection into Gold and
Fine Art Silversmithing stream
requires folio
Bachelor of Design Art, Design and Architecture 70%
Communication Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design
Bachelor of Communication (Advertising) Art, Design and Architecture; Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Associate Degree in Design (Furniture) Art, Design and Architecture 60%
Diploma/Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media Art, Design and Architecture; Media and Communication 50%
Diploma of Furniture Design and Technology Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Diploma of Interior Design and Decoration Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Certificate IV/Diploma of Photoimaging Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Diploma of Interactive Digital Media Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Diploma of Printing and Graphic Arts (Digital Production) Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Certificate IV/Diploma in Printing and Graphic Arts (Multimedia) Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Certificate IV/Diploma of Audiovisual Technology Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) Art, Design and Architecture; Property and Construction 50%
Management
Certificate IV/Diploma of Creative Industries Art, Design and Architecture; Media and Communication 50%
Diploma of Graphic Design Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Certificate IV/Advanced Diploma of Sound Production Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Diploma of Product Design Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Diploma of Visual Arts Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Diploma of Visual Merchandising Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Certificate IV in Design Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Certificate IV in Interior Decoration Art, Design and Architecture 50%
FOUNDATION STUDIES

entry*
Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Science, Engineering and Technology 65% Higher Maths
1
Aerospace, Automotive, Chemical , Civil and Infrastructure,
Electrical, Electrical and Electronic, Computer and Network,
Electronic and Communication, Environmental, Advanced
Manufacturing and Mechatronics, Mechanical
Advanced Diploma Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Engineering (Aerospace)
Advanced Diploma of Engineering Design Science, Engineering and Technology 50% Maths
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology Science, Engineering and Technology 50% Higher Maths
Civil Engineering, Electrical/Electronics, Mechanical,
Network Engineering
Advanced Diploma of Computer Systems Engineering Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Advanced Diploma of Electrical – Technology Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Engineering
Advanced Diploma of Telecommunications Engineering Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Environment
Bachelor of Social Science (Environment) Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Bachelor of Environmental Science Science, Engineering and Technology 60% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) Science, Engineering and Technology 60% Higher Maths
Diploma of Conservation and Land Management Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Fashion and Textiles
Bachelor of Applied Science (Textile Technology) Science, Engineering and Technology 70%
Bachelor of Design (Fashion) Art, Design and Architecture 70%
Bachelor of Arts (Textile Design) Art, Design and Architecture 70%
Associate Degree in Fashion and Textile Merchandising Art, Design and Architecture; Business 50%
Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology Art, Design and Architecture 50%
Diploma/Advanced Diploma of Textiles Design Art, Design and Architecture 50%
and Development
Health
Bachelor of Applied Science Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Chemistry
Chinese Medicine/Human Biology
Bachelor of Applied Science Science, Engineering and Technology 65%
1 6
Complementary Medicine – Osteopathy , Disability, Psychology
Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture and Chinese Manual Science, Engineering and Technology 65%
Therapy)
1
Bachelor of Health Science (Chiropractic) Science, Engineering and Technology 65% Chemistry
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Bachelor of Nursing Science, Engineering and Technology 65%
Information Technology
Bachelor of Computer Science Science, Engineering and Technology 65% (80% for Higher Maths
Application Programming, Computational Mathematics, scholarship)
Database Systems, Embedded Systems, Games Graphics and
Digital Media, Network Computing, Security, Web Systems,
General Electives Plan
Bachelor of Design (Multimedia Systems) Science, Engineering and Technology 65% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Information Technology Business; Science, Engineering and Technology; 65% (80% for Maths
Application Programming, Business Applications, Multimedia Property and Construction Management scholarship)
Design, Network Programming, System Administration,
Web Systems
Bachelor of Information Technology Science, Engineering and Technology 65% (80% for Higher Maths
Games Graphics Programming scholarship)
Bachelor of Software Engineering Science, Engineering and Technology 65% (80% for Higher Maths
scholarship)
Bachelor of Technology (Computing Studies) Business; Art, Design and Architecture; Media and 65%
Associate Degree in Information Technology Science, Engineering and Technology 50% Maths
Medical Science
Bachelor of Applied Science Science, Engineering andTechnology 65%
9 2
Exercise and Sport Science , Laboratory Medicine ,
5 9 5
Nuclear Medicine , Physical Education , Radiation Therapy ,
5
Medical Imaging
Bachelor of Biomedical Science Science, Engineering andTechnology 65% Chemistry and either
Pharmaceutical Sciences Maths or Physics
Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology) Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing) Science, Engineering and Technology 50%

FOUNDATION STUDIES

entry*
Property and Construction
Bachelor of Applied Science Property and Construction Management; Business 65% Maths
Construction Management, Project Management, Property,
Valuation
Bachelor of Applied Science Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Planning
Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) Art, Design and Architecture; Property and Construction 50%
Management
Psychology
Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology) Science, Engineering and Technology 65% Maths and one of Biology,
Chemistry, Psychology,
Physics
Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Science
Bachelor of Applied Science Science, Engineering and Technology 65% Maths
Aviation
Bachelor of Applied Science Science, Engineering and Technology 65% Higher Maths
Geomatics, Surveying
Bachelor of Environmental Science Science, Engineering and Technology 65% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Science Science, Engineering and Technology 65%
3 4
Applied Sciences , Biotechnology , Food Technology and
7 4 3 3
Nutrition , Geospatial Science , Mathematics , Statistics
Bachelor of Science Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths and either
Nanotechnology/Applied Sciences Chemistry or Physics
Associate Degree in Applied Science Science, Engineering and Technology 50% Maths
Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Biotechnology) Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Diploma of Laboratory Technology (Pathology Testing) Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Diploma of Air Transport (Airline Pilot) Science, Engineering and Technology 50% CASA Medical
Diploma of Conservation and Land Management Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Diploma of Food Science and Technology Science, Engineering and Technology 50%
Social Science
Bachelor of Applied Science (Planning) Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Bachelor of Arts Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Criminal Justice Administration, International Studies
Bachelor of Social Science Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Environment, Legal and Dispute Studies, Psychology, Youth Work
Bachelor of Social Work Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Double Awards
Bachelor of Applied Science (Chinese Medicine)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Chemistry
Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Biology)
Bachelor of Design (Landscape Architecture)/ Art, Design and Architecture 70%
Bachelor of Applied Science (Planning)
Bachelor of Education/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% English minimum 70%,
Bachelor of Applied Science (Disability) Maths
Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Business (Management)
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths and
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) Chemistry
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths and
Bachelor of Business (Management) Chemistry
Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer and Network Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Computer Science
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer and Network Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Computer Science
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Communication Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Engineering)/Bachelor of Computer Science
FOUNDATION STUDIES

entry*
Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Arts (International Studies)
Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Environmental Science/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths
Bachelor of Science (Occupational Health and Safety)
Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths, English
Bachelor of Education minimum 70%
Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths, Chemistry
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering)
Bachelor of Science (Applied Chemistry)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths, Chemistry
Bachelor of Science (Food Technology and Nutrition)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths, Chemistry
Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering)
Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths and either
Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences) Chemistry or Physics
Bachelor of Science (Physics)/Bachelor of Engineering Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths, Physics
(Electronic and Communication Engineering)
Bachelor of Social Science (Environment)/ Science, Engineering and Technology 70% Higher Maths, English
Bachelor of Environmental Science minimum 70%
Bachelor of Social Work/ Media and Communication 70% English minimum 70%
Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)
Notes:
1 Chemistry
2 Chemistry and either Maths or Physics
3 Higher Maths
4 Maths
5 Maths and either Physics or Higher Maths
6 Maths and one of Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Physics
7 Maths and one of Chemistry, Physics, Biology
8 One of Chemistry, Physics, Biology
9 Two of Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Higher Maths, Physics
* Average for best four subjects in each semester. For guaranteed entry to degrees, students must gain at least 60% in all prerequisite courses.
For guaranteed entry to TAFE programs, students must pass Foundation Studies and gain at least 50% in all prerequisite courses. An English result of 65% or
more is required for entry to all bachelor programs. An English result of 50% or more is required for entry to all TAFE programs and Associate Degree programs.
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In degrees where there are limited places available due to clinical or laboratory requirements (Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Health Science – Chiropractic,
Bachelor of Applied Science – Osteopathy, Laboratory Medicine, Radiation Therapy, Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine) RMIT Foundation Studies students who
meet the criteria will be given priority in filling the available places.
FOUNDATION STUDIES SCHOlARSHIpS

Each year, RmIT University awards a number of scholarships, valued at
AU$6000 each, to Foundation Studies students. The scholarships are awarded
on the basis of academic merit and personal achievement and are open to
students from all countries.
www.rmit.edu.au/students/scholarships/international/foundation
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FOUNDATION STUDIES
COURSE (SUBjECT) DESCRIpTIONS
English (compulsory) Business Computer Applications Design Communication

» Conventions and styles of academic writing » Microsoft Word editing and formatting » Interpret a design brief
(essays, summaries, reports) » Microsoft PowerPoint presentations » Analyse and review reference
» Reading strategies for academic study » Microsoft Excel formulas and charts » Concept development
» Listening to lectures and taking notes » Access databases » Design theory and concepts
» Oral presentation, discussion and tutorials » Web site creation and design » Research documents
» Research skills, including citations and » Macromedia Dreamweaver » Marketing and commercial strategy
referencing » Commercial design and promotional
» Working in groups Chemistry concepts
» Critical thinking and argument evaluation » Periodic table » Oral presentation skills
» Theme and text analysis (films, novels, » Chemical bonding
stories, documentaries) » Formulae and structure Economics
» Chemical reactions Microeconomics
Accounting
» Acids and bases » Basic economic concepts of scarcity
» Types of ownership and types of business » Gas laws » Opportunity costs
» Australian accounting standards » Gravimetric and volumetric analysis » Economic systems
» Accounting and profit equations » Chemical energy » Law and elasticities of demand and supply
» Journals » Thermochemistry » Equilibrium theory
» Posting to columnar and T form ledgers » Equilibrium » Market structures
» Trial balance » Electrochemistry » The elementary theory of the firm
» Cash control » Industrial chemistry Macroeconomics
» Subsidiary ledgers for debtors, creditors » Organic chemistry
and inventory » The circular flow model
» Food chemistry » Australian financial sector and institutions
» Final reports for a sole owner business
» Environmental chemistry » Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
» Analysis of published reports
» Instrumentation » Unemployment
» Introduction to budgets
» Computerised accounting » Inflation
Computer Applications
» International trade and the balance
Applied Mathematics for Desktop Publishing of payments
» Computer systems » Foreign exchange
» Mensuration
» Computer applications » Fiscal policy
» Vectors
» Design principles for desktop publishing » Monetary policy
» Statistics
» Graphics » Economic management and growth
» Applications of differential calculus
» Web pages and the internet
» Kinematics General Mathematics
» Dynamics Computer Science
» Differential equation applications » Trigonometry and applications
» Algorithm design » Linear programming
» Momentum
» Introduction to C programming » Statistics
» Vector calculus and projectile motion
» Communication » Sequences and series
» Circular motion
» Digital representation of information » Logic
» Simple harmonic motion
and number systems » Boolean algebra
Applied Psychology » Spreadsheets (MS Excel) » Matrices
» Digital logic and Boolean algebra » Financial mathematics
» Research methods and the study
» Advanced C programming » Statistics
of psychology
» Programming standards » Probability
» Biological bases of behaviour
» Development of the individual » Probability distributions
Computers and Networks
» Perception » Hypothesis testing
» Information technology basics » Time series
» Learning
and how computers work
» Psychological disorders » Correlation and regression
» Assembling a computer
Biology » Windows operating fundamentals Legal Studies
» Networking fundamentals
» Cells in their environment » Introduction to legal systems
» Troubleshooting PC hardware and software
» Surviving under changing conditions » Role of Parliament and the courts
» Leads to CISCO qualification
(homeostasis and regulatory mechanisms) » Criminal versus civil law
» CISCO IT essentials
» Surviving challenges from organisms that » Contract law
cause disease (defence mechanisms) » Computer assembly and installation
» Law of negligence
of operating systems
» Behavioural aspects of survival » Consumer and trade practices law
» CISCO discovery 1 and 2
» Functioning organisms » Workplace laws
» Setting up a small/medium computer
» Genetic inheritance
network
» Variation
» Maintenance of networking hardware
» Natural selection and evaluation and software
» Life in an ecosystem
» Population ecology
» Australian environment
FOUNDATION STUDIES
Materials Principles and Elements of Design

» Review different materials used for different » Principles and elements of design theory
design processes » Design production
» Discuss effective material use in design » Safe studio practice
» Review strength and cost of different » Model making
materials » Develop a project brief
» Demonstrate an understanding of the design » Research design industries
process and the role that materials play in
the development of design Production Skills
» Assess materials in the context of
simple structures » Drawing techniques
» Technical drawing
Media Studies » Materials
» Media technology (theory and practice) » Media experimentation
» Television news simulation and analysis » Design skills development
» Advertising » Colour theory
» Representation of the mass media » Using appropriate methods to present work
» Media influence Professional Communication
» Film narrative
» Production of student newspaper and » Professional writing styles, reviews, feature
video production articles, script writing
» Publicity campaign project
Multimedia (not offered July intake) » Production of an anthology of students’ stories
» Attributes and uses of interactive multimedia » News presentations and news writing
products » Performance and performance writing
» Production of short multimedia sequences
and a presentation Psychology
» Production cycle and distribution of » Psychology as a science
multimedia products » Research methods and statistical analysis
» Occupations and roles in the current » Biological bases of behaviour
multimedia industry » Development of the individual
» Memory and learning
New Media (not offered August intake) » Communication and interpersonal skills
» Multimedia element integration » Applications of psychology in the classroom
» Exploration of industry standard authoring and workplace
software
» Multimedia technology and its global impact Pure Mathematics
» Computer-based design projects » Algebra of functions
» Circular functions
Photography (not offered July intake) » Differential and integral calculus with
» Camera operation and techniques applications
» Photographic materials and techniques » Differential equations
» Approaches to basic lighting » Complex numbers
» Principles of design in photography » Analytic geometry
» Numerical analysis
» Cropping and subject selection
» Use of photography in the creative industries Space Design (not offered July intake)
» Contextual relationships of people
Physics and space usage
» Basic concepts and investigation principles » Research and site analysis
» Vectors » Concept sketches
» Mechanics » 3D form studies
» Wave motion » Presentations and critiques
» Electrostatics » 3D career specialisation
» Electric circuits
» Electromagnetism
» Quantum theory
» Nuclear physics
» Gravitation
» Heat and thermodynamics
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GUARANTEED
PATHWAYs
TO YOUR
DREAM
‘I chose to study the Associate
Degree in Engineering (Design and
Development) because this program
will provide me with a guaranteed
entry into the Bachelor of Aerospace
Engineering program. I have always
loved planes and rockets and how
they work.’
Danial Tan Bin Johan Tan
Associate Degree in Engineering (Design and Development)
RMIT INTERNATIoNAl CollEGE | 2011 foUNDATIoN sTUDIEs AND AssoCIATE DEGREE GUIDE
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
pROGRAmS
The associate degree you choose depends on the career and industry
you want to enter.
Career/industry Associate degree program
Merchandising
(Mechanical)
Engineering)
Engineering)
Fashion and
Engineering
Engineering
Engineering
Engineering
Technology
Technology
Technology
Technology
Technology
Information
Electronic)
(Electrical/
(Furniture)
Business
(Network
Science
Applied
Design
Textile
(Civil
Aerospace manufacturing 
Aircraft systems engineering 
Applied sciences 
Aviation 
Biomedical science 
Biotechnology 
Business administration 
CAD draftsperson 
Clothing 
Computer design and  

manufacture
Computer programming 
Computer systems 
Database administration 
Electrical design 
Electronic communications 
Electronic design 
Engineering    
Fashion 
Food technology 
Furniture design, technology 

and development
Information Technology 
IP telephony specialist 
Laboratory medicine 
Laboratory technician 
Management consultancy  
Manufacturing  
Mechanical design and  

engineering
Microprocessor programming 
Network design 
Network engineer  
Network maintenance 
Network management 
Network security specialist 
Network systems analyst 
Nutrition 
Pharmaceutical science 
Research assistant 
System administration 
Technical support 
Textiles 

ASSOCIATE DEGREE
ENTRANCE REQUIREmENTS
English language
All associate degree students must provide evidence of RMIT University accepts IELTS or TOEFL scores taken within
English language proficiency. 24 months of the proposed commencement of study date. For
One of the following: example, if a student applies for the July 2011 intake and their IELTS
or TOEFL test result is dated August 2009, RMIT will accept the
» IELTS—6.0+ (no band less than 5.5) test score, as it was taken within the 24 months before July 2011.
» TOEFL—Paper-based = 550+ (TWE 4.0+)
» TOEFL—Internet-based (iBT) = overall score 79, Academic
minimum 19 in all sections Successful completion of Year 12, Foundation Studies program
» REW—English for Academic Purposes Advanced 1 or equivalent.
ASSESSmENT
Assessment is ongoing throughout the semester and may include examinations, reports, oral class presentations, group projects, research
projects, laboratory skill exams, online tests and practical assignments.
ACADEmIC CAlENDAR 2011
7 February Semester 1 commences 4 July Semester 2 commences

6 June Exams commence 31 October Exams commence
20 June – 1 July Semester break 14 December Graduation parade and ceremony
pATHWAYS
RMIT is able to provide students with education pathways towards further qualifications. Any student who completes an associate
degree and attains the entry requirements for a related bachelor degree can gain entry into that bachelor degree, with credit.
The following table illustrates the pathway and credit options for an associate degree student.
Associate degree Credit gained (years) Bachelor degree
Associate Degree in Applied Science 2 years Bachelor of Science (Food Technology and Nutrition), or
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology), or
Bachelor of Science (Applied Science), or
1 year Bachelor of Science (Laboratory Medicine), or
Bachelor of Biomedical Science, or
Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Pharmaceutical Science)
Associate Degree in Business 2 years Bachelor of Business (Management)
Associate Degree in Design (Furniture)^ 2 years Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design)
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology 2 years Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure)
(Civil Engineering)
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology 2 years Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering), or
(Electrical/Electronics) Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic Engineering), or
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Communication
Engineering)
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology 2 years Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering), or
(Mechanical) Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive Engineering), or
Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Engineering), or
Bachelor of Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing and
Mechatronics)
Associate Degree in Engineering Technology 2 years Bachelor of Engineering (Computer and Network Engineering)
(Network Engineering)
Associate Degree in Fashion and Textile 2 years Bachelor of Applied Science (Fashion and Textiles
Merchandising^^ Merchandising)
Associate Degree in Information Technology 2 years Bachelor of Information Technology
^ Grade average of 70% in second year required ^^ Taught at the Brunswick campus
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
ENTRANCE REQUIREmENTS BY COUNTRY
This table shows the required entry levels by country and intake for students who wish to enter associate degrees.
Country Required qualification Required mark
Australia Year 12 or equivalent –
Bangladesh HSC 550

Botswana Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education plus first year of bachelor D average (from first year of tertiary education)
degree from a recognised tertiary institution

Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education plus Foundation Program Minimum 60% (from Foundation Program)
Canada Ontario Secondary School Diploma—(Average of) 6 Grade 12 University 55%

Preparation (U) or University/College Preparation (U/C) courses
China National Test (3 + Integration)
460
Shanghai Test (3 + Integration + 1)
410
Guangdong Test (3 + Integration + 1)
590
Senior Middle 3 (Gao San)—Best 4 subjects in Year 3
70%
Egypt Thanaweya A’ama (General Secondary School Certificate) plus Pass (from first year of tertiary education)
first year of bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution
Hong Kong HKALE—Total of 2 A Level Passes 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
India CBSE / ISC All India 55%

HSC 60%
Indonesia SMU 3 6.5

Japan Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) Minimum Grade: 3
Kenya Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) C average

Malaysia UEC B5/B6 average
STPM 4—Total of 2 A Level Passes 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
Mauritius GCE ‘A’ Levels—Total of 2 A Level Passes 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
Mexico Bachillerato General Minimum Grade: 6
Oman Thanawiya Amma (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) plus Minimum GPA of 1.0 (D)
first year of bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution (from first year of tertiary education)
Pakistan Higher Secondary School Certificate Minimum 60%
Saudi Arabia Tawjihiyah (General Secondary Education Certificate—GSEC) plus Minimum 50%
first year of bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution (from first year of tertiary education)
Singapore GCE ‘A’ Levels—Total of 2 A Level Passes 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
Sri Lanka Sri Lankan ‘A’ Levels C,C
GCE ‘A’ Levels—Total of 2 A Level Passes 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
Taiwan Senior High School Leaving Certificate (average required) 60
Tanzania GCE ‘A’ Levels / ACSE (Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education)— 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
Total of 2 A Level Passes
Thailand Matayom 6 Minimum GPA of 2.5
Turkey Lise Diplomasi plus first year of bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary Graded “passing” (gecer)
institution (from first year of tertiary education)
USA High School Graduation Diploma (Year 12) plus SAT or ACT Minimum GPA of 2.2 and scores above
the 60th percentile in SAT (average of the
Critical Reading, Writing and Math National
percentiles) or ACT (Composite percentile)
United Arab Tawjihiyah (Secondary School Certificate ) plus first year of bachelor degree Minimum 60% (GPA 1.0)
Emirates from a recognised tertiary institution (from first year of tertiary education)
United Kingdom GCE ‘A’ Levels—Total of 2 A Level Passes 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
Vietnam Bang Tot Nghiep Pho Thong Trung Hoc Minimum Grade: 6.5
(Upper Secondary School Graduation Certificate)
Zambia GCE ‘A’ Levels—Total of 2 A Level Passes 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
Zimbabwe GCE ‘A’ Levels—Total of 2 A Level Passes 2 Points (A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
For prerequisites from countries not listed, please contact us.

NB: Students who do not meet the academic requirements for associate degrees are advised to do Foundation Studies.
Students who do not meet the English requirements but do satisfy academic requirements are advised to do an RMIT ELICOS program.
Refer www.rmitenglishworldwide.com for further information.
* Please note that citizens of New Zealand must enter associate degree programs as local rather than international students.
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE
The Associate Degree in Applied Science is Teaching methods

Applied Science designed to provide you with the knowledge
and skills to enhance your employability in
Teaching methods include face-to-face
delivery, hands-on laboratory practical work,
the biotechnology, food and biomedical
industry visits, group work and supervised
industries. The associate degree offers two
online reading/assessment. Class sizes will
major streams in food science and
be small, giving you the opportunity for
biomedical science—both are undergoing
greater interaction with your classmates and
rapid technological advancements
more individual attention from your teachers.
worldwide. It can also provide you with an
alternative and practical pathway into a Assessment
range of undergraduate degree programs Assessment is ongoing throughout the
with advanced standing. semester and will be designed to assess
Program structure both your underpinning knowledge of the
courses you are studying and, just as
Year one
AD012 Associate Degree in importantly, your development of laboratory
Applied Science » Anatomy and physiology skills. This includes exams, tests, laboratory
CRICOS code/intake: » Biochemical principles reports, research projects and assignments,
071869C/February » Biological principles oral presentation and demonstration of
Duration: 2 years » Chemistry practical skills.
City campus » Health and nutrition Pathways
» Introduction to genetics and microbiology
Graduates of the food science stream have
» Scientific research skills a guaranteed pathway into the third year of
Complete one of: the Bachelor of Science (Food Technology
» Introduction to food science and and Nutrition).
technology Graduates of the biomedical sciences
» Introduction to medical science stream have a guaranteed pathway into the
Year two third year of the:
» Applied microbiology » Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
» Biochemistry » Bachelor of Science (Applied Sciences).
» Data analysis Graduates of the biomedical sciences
» Microbiology stream have a guaranteed pathway into the
» Professional practice in applied science second year of the following degrees:
And choose one stream: » Bachelor of Applied Science (Laboratory
Medicine)
Food science stream » Bachelor of Biomedical Science
» Applied nutrition » Bachelor of Biomedical Science
» Food science (proteins, lipids and (Pharmaceutical Science).
carbohydrates)
Career outlook
» Principles of nutrition and food safety
Depending on the stream you select, the
Biosciences stream
associate degree offers you a qualification in
» Cell biology and tissue culture either food science or biomedical science.
» Molecular biology and genetics The food science stream will equip you with
One of the following: the highly developed practical skills needed
to work in the food industry, in particular
» Bioinformatics food handling and processing. The
» Medicines, drugs and poisons biosciences stream is a broad-based training
program for students who want a technical
Prerequisites career in diagnostics, medical research,
Mathematics and chemistry. veterinary, biological research or
biotechnology laboratories.
Academic entrance requirements
Professional recognition
Successful completion of Year 12,
Foundation Studies program or equivalent. Graduates of the Associate Degree in
Applied Science will be eligible for
membership in a range of professional
bodies such as the Australian Institute of
Food Science and Technology, Australian
Society of Microbiology and Australian
Institute of Medical Laboratory Scientists.
This will depend on the stream selected.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
The Associate Degree in Business offers Program structure

Business business studies at a higher education level.
You will study 16 courses, including eight
The program is focused on developing a compulsory common core courses.
range of business capabilities to assist you
The first year of the associate degree
to relate your own skills and abilities to the
includes studies in accounting, business
needs of business and organisations.
computing, business statistics, commercial
You will have the opportunity to practise and law, macroeconomics, marketing,
expand your knowledge through a work microeconomics and organisational
integrated learning course, where you will behaviour.
take the theory you have learned and apply
In your second year, seven compulsory
it in a workplace or in a simulated business
management courses must be completed,
environment.
plus one elective, which may be chosen
Upon completion of the program, you from any discipline.
AD010 Associate Degree in Business should have developed the ability to analyse
CRICOS code/intake: English language and learning skills are
and solve problems, be able to identify,
068663K/February and July developed throughout the program. This
understand and interpret basic business
Duration: 2 years will prepare you for success in further
concepts, work collaboratively, and be
studies at degree level.
City campus confident in reflecting on your knowledge
and experience to make a valuable Pathways
contribution to a workplace. Graduates of the Associate Degree in
You will have the opportunity to learn Business will receive 16 course credits
through a combination of lectures, seminars, (equivalent to two years) and guaranteed
workshops and weekly classes, using entry as outlined below:
face-to-face and online delivery methods. » Graduates with a pass grade average
Courses are also enhanced by extensive or above—guaranteed entry into the
use of RMIT’s Learning Hub — a networked third year of the Bachelor of Business
system that uses the Internet and web (Management).
technologies to provide teachers and
students with access to workspaces
and learning resources via a web browser.
One of the following:
» Year 12, Foundation Studies program
or equivalent
» A relevant, recognised, post secondary
diploma or certificate
» Applicants with relevant work experience
will also be considered
Career outlook
Career opportunities for graduates exist
in all sectors of business, including the
private and public sectors, small and large
enterprises and across the full range of
industries.

ASSOCIATE DEGREE
The Associate Degree in Design (Furniture) » Design Studio. The real-world practice
Design (Furniture) combines theoretical content with selected
employment-related skills to enable you to
of furniture design is replicated in the
classroom. Exemplars of good practice
gain employment in the global furniture are studied. The studio context opens up
industry. themes of the way people live and work
and how they construct their lives. You
The Associate Degree in Design (Furniture)
are encouraged to develop designs that
brings together the essential parts of the
meet real-world problems in practical and
Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) and
economical terms.
the Diploma of Furniture Technology to deliver
design-focused learning with underpinning » Communication. You are encouraged
production and craft knowledge. to develop a range of means of
communicating your design concerns and
A broad range of topics are covered within ideas. Emphasis is given to the use of visual
the program to enable you to design with and electronic forms of communication.
deep understanding of the many aspects of
AD007 Associate Degree in modern furniture making. The program Assessment
Design (Furniture) enables you to investigate contemporary, Assessment is ongoing throughout the
CRICOS code/intake: cultural and environmental aspects of the semester and may include examinations,
061154K/February professional practice of furniture design. reports, oral class presentations, group
Duration: 2 years projects, research projects, laboratory skill
Program structure
City campus exams, online tests and practical
Year one
assignments.
» Communication 1 (Furniture Design)
» Communication 2 (Furniture Design)

Additional costs
» Design Principles and Elements
A full-time student in the first year and beyond
» Design Process
can expect to spend approximately AU$1000
» Design Studies 1 (Furniture Design)
on materials and design presentation work,
» Design Studies 2 (Furniture Design)
depending on the nature of projects
» Develop, Trial and Evaluate Prototypes
undertaken and materials selected.
» Workshop Methods
Folio
Year two
Five to six pieces that best represent
» Design Studies 3 (Furniture Design) the ability, interest and design skills of
» Design Studio 3 (Furniture Design) the applicant, including freehand sketches,
» Design Studio 4 (Furniture Design) photographs and digital images.
» Independent Professional Practice
for Furniture Designers Pathways
» Technology 3 (Furniture Design) Graduates of the Associate Degree in
» Technology 4 (Furniture Design) Design (Furniture) who have been successful
in gaining a place in the Bachelor of Design
Academic entrance requirements (Industrial Design) program will be eligible
Successful completion of Year 12, to continue their studies into the program’s
Foundation Studies program or equivalent. third year. This enables students to gain
two qualifications in four years on a
Teaching methods two-plus-two model.
The teaching staff are drawn from professional
Graduates of the Diploma of Furnishing
design and production backgrounds and are
extremely experienced in industrial furniture
Technology and Diploma of Arts (Furniture
production. The program is particularly suited to Design) who have been successful in gaining
students who are genuinely curious, want to be a place in this program will be eligible to
challenged, and are keen to explore professional apply for exemptions.
opportunities, whether in a major production Career outlook
company, or as independent designers.
Manufacturing companies, in Australia
The program has four streams: Design and overseas, employ furniture designers
Studies, Technology, Design Studio and as consultants or employees in their product
Communication. development teams. Many manufacturers
» Design Studies. This stream looks at both employ furniture technologists/developers
design and business practice and explores to improve product ranges within their
the critical role that design plays in engaging production departments.
with objects and systems. A significant
Graduates who have continued on to the
aspect of this stream is concerned with
the future and the enrichment of people’s Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) are
furniture experiences. employed as designers in design studios and
design consultancy firms, or as entrepreneurs
» Technology. This stream is based upon the making products or servicing other design
inherent flexibility of technological solutions related areas. Research institutions, such as
to design ideas. You are encouraged environmental agencies and universities, also
to experiment with ideas and solutions, employ designers to work on many aspects
and to explore the range of modern
of products and services.
technologies open to designers.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
The Associate Degree in Engineering Prerequisites

Engineering Technology (Civil Engineering) is designed
for those interested in a civil and/or structural
Mathematics.
Technology design career. Academic entrance requirements
(Civil It provides the skills needed for a wide range
of paraprofessional positions in the civil and
Foundation Studies program or equivalent,
Engineering) structural engineering fields. and mathematics.
The program is conducted using a Pathways
combination of lecture, seminar, tutorial, As a graduate you will receive 192 credit
online reading, workshop, practical and points (equivalent to two years) of advanced
laboratory sessions. standing into the Bachelor of Engineering
Teaching methods (Civil and Infrastructure) program. Credit
for other bachelor level degrees will be
Class sizes are small, giving you the assessed on a case-by-case basis.
AD009 Associate Degree in Engineering
Technology (Civil Engineering) opportunity for greater interaction with
CRICOS code/intake: classmates and more individual attention Professional recognition
063219D/February and July from teachers. The Associate Degree in Engineering
Duration: 2 years Assessment Technology (Civil Engineering) has been
City campus assessed and provisionally accredited
Assessment is ongoing throughout the against Engineers Australia accreditation
semester and may include individual and criteria at the Engineering Officer level.
group presentations, individual and/or group Engineers Australia is the engineering
projects, laboratory experiments, exams, professional body in Australia.
reflective journals, case studies, assignment
reports, written tests, and critical analysis. Career outlook
Program structure For those students who choose not to
further their studies, the program offers
The first year of the associate degree shares employment in the public or private sector
a number of common courses with other in positions such as laboratory technician,
disciplines including mathematics, industrial research assistant, construction supervisor
studies computer applications, or CAD draftsperson working under the
environmental principles, engineering supervision of a professional engineer.
science, engineering materials and
engineering management.
Year two builds on courses introduced in
the first year but contains more specialised
courses relevant to civil engineering, such
as fluid mechanics, structural design, soil
mechanics, roads and transport.
Courses (subjects) studied include:
» Computing
» Construction
» Drafting
» Engineering (Civil)
» Engineering (Environmental)
» Engineering (Structural Analysis
and Design)
» Engineering (Survey)
» Management

ASSOCIATE DEGREE
The Associate Degree in Engineering Teaching methods

Engineering Technology (Electrical/Electronics) is a
two-year qualification designed to provide
Classes are taught in a combination of
Technology you guaranteed entry into relevant bachelor

lecture, seminar, tutorial, workshop, practical
and laboratory sessions. Class sizes are
degree programs in communication,
(Electrical/ computer systems, electrical and electronic
small, giving you the opportunity for greater
interaction with your classmates and more
Electronics) engineering.
individual attention from your teachers.
On completion of the two-year program, you
Assessment
will receive an associate degree qualification,
having completed a number of vocational Assessment is ongoing throughout the
units that are relevant for the engineering semester and may include examinations,
industry. You can then choose to articulate reports, oral class presentations, group
into the third year of a number of engineering projects, research projects, laboratory skill
degrees. exams, online tests and practical
AD005 Associate Degree in Engineering assignments.
Technology (Electrical/Electronics) Program structure
CRICOS code/intake: Year one Pathways
059385B/February and July Successful graduates will receive two-years’
» Computer Applications
Duration: 2 years advanced standing into one of the following
» Electrical Principles
City campus four-year bachelor programs:
» Engineering Management
» Engineering Materials » Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic
and Communication Engineering)
» Engineering Science
» Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical
» Industrial Studies Engineering)

» Mathematics 1 » Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and
» Student Elective Electronic Engineering).
Year two You will require an additional two years of
Second year may include some of the study to complete your chosen bachelor
following courses (subjects), depending on program.
which specialisation you select and/or
degree program you wish to articulate into:
» Advanced Electrical Theory The Associate Degree in Engineering
Technology (Electrical/Electronics) has
» Automation Concepts
been assessed and provisionally accredited
» Communication Networks against Engineers Australia accreditation
» Computing Engineering criteria at the Engineering Officer level.
» Digital Systems Design Engineers Australia is the engineering
» Electronic Applications professional body in Australia.
» Electrical Design Concepts Career outlook
» Transmission Medium Areas of employment include the automotive
industry; aviation; biotechnology; computer
design and manufacture; electrical/electronic
Successful completion of Year 12, design; electronic communications;
Foundation Studies program or equivalent. engineering; high-speed automation;
Prerequisites interfacing; automation and process
control; management consultancy; and
Mathematics. microprocessor programming. You will also
be able to fill a diverse range of middle
management positions.
‘The Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (Electrical/

Electronics) was designed by academics from the school of
Engineering (TAfE); the school of Civil, Environmental and
Chemical Engineering; and the school of Aerospace, Mechanical
and Manufacturing Engineering. This ensures students can easily
join the third year of their respective degree upon completion of
their associate degree program.‘
Awais Hafeez
Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical)
Graduate of Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (Electrical/Electronics)
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
The Associate Degree in Engineering Prerequisites

Engineering Technology (Mechanical) is a two-year
qualification designed to provide you
Mathematics.
Technology guaranteed entry into relevant bachelor Teaching methods

degree programs in aerospace, automotive
(mechanical) and mechanical engineering.
Classes are taught in a combination of
lecture, seminar, tutorial, workshop, practical
On completion of the two-year program, and laboratory sessions. Class sizes are
you will receive an associate degree small, giving you the opportunity for greater
qualification, having completed a number interaction with your classmates and more
of vocational units that are relevant for individual attention from your teachers.
the engineering industry. You can then
Assessment
choose to articulate into the third year of
aerospace, automotive or mechanical Assessment is ongoing throughout the
degrees. semester and may include examinations,
AD002 Associate Degree in Engineering reports, oral class presentations, group
Technology (Mechanical) Program structure projects, research projects, laboratory skill
CRICOS code/intake: Year one exams, online tests and practical
068158E/February and July assignments.
» Computer Applications
Duration: 2 years
» Electrical Principles Pathways
City campus
Successful graduates will receive two-years’
» Engineering Materials advanced standing into one of the following
» Engineering Science four-year bachelor programs:
» Industrial Studies » Bachelor of Engineering (Advanced
» Mathematics 1 Manufacturing and Mechatronics)
» Student Elective » Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace
Engineering)
Year two
» Bachelor of Engineering (Automotive
Second year may include some of the Engineering)
following courses (subjects), depending on » Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical
which specialisation you select and/or Engineering).
degree program you wish to articulate into:
You will require an additional two years
» Aerodynamics
of study to complete your chosen bachelor
» Aeronautical Design program.
» Aircraft Systems and Integration
» Mathematics 2
» Mathematics 3 The Associate Degree in Engineering
Technology (Mechanical) has been assessed
» Mechanical Design
and provisionally accredited against
» Mechanics of Machines Engineers Australia accreditation criteria
» Mechanics of Materials at the Engineering Officer level. Engineers
» Mechanics of Solids Australia is the engineering professional
» Quality Systems and Project Management body in Australia.
» Thermo-Fluids 1 Career outlook
» Thermo-Fluids 2
Areas of employment include the
Academic entrance requirements automotive industry; mechanical design
and manufacture; aerospace manufacturing;
Successful completion of Year 12, engineering and management consultancy.
Foundation Studies program or equivalent. Students will also be able to fill a diverse
range of middle management positions.

ASSOCIATE DEGREE
The Associate Degree in Engineering Assessment

Engineering Technology (Network Engineering)
combines theory and practice to prepare
Assessment is ongoing throughout the
Technology you for work in the areas of computer

semester and may include examinations,
reports, oral class presentations, group
systems networks, communications and
(Network security. Using a range of study modes,
projects, research projects, laboratory skill
exams, online tests and practical
Engineering) your gain theoretical and practical
knowledge and have the opportunity to
assignments.
qualify for a range of professional Pathways
certificates as part of your study. Graduates The Associate Degree in Engineering
will also be prepared for entry to the third Technology (Network Engineering) is a
year of their chosen degree program. two-year qualification designed to provide
Program structure you guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of
Engineering (Computer and Network
Year one
AD008 Associate Degree in Engineering Engineering).
Technology (Network Engineering) » Computer Architecture
CRICOS code/intake: » Network Fundamentals On completion of the two-year program you
061258B/February and July will receive an associate degree qualification.
Duration: 2 years Students not articulating into a degree
» Embedded System Fundamentals program can exit after the two years, having
City campus » Internetworking Technologies completed a number of vocational units that
» Network Operating Systems are relevant to the network engineering
» Electrical Principles industry.
» Mathematics 1 Professional recognition
Year two The Associate Degree in Engineering
» Network Infrastructure Technology (Network Engineering) has
» Scalable Internet Architecture been assessed and provisionally accredited
» Linux Network Administration against Engineers Australia accreditation
criteria at the Engineering Officer level.
» Network Security
Engineers Australia is the engineering
» Embedded Internetworking professional body in Australia.
» Voice and Video over IP Networks
Career outlook
» Mathematics 2
» Transmission Media Industry certification skills are highly valued
and graduates of the network engineering
» Student Elective
program will be trained for certification exams
Academic entrance requirements including MCSA, A+, CCNA, CCNP 1 and 4,
CWNA, CCNA Security and CVOICE.
Foundation Studies program or equivalent. Graduates will be well equipped with the
practical and theoretical skills to pursue
Teaching methods careers in many areas including IP
Classes are taught in a combination of telephony; network design, engineering,
lecture, seminar, tutorial, online reading, maintenance and management; security;
workshop, practical and laboratory sessions. and systems analysis. Graduates will also
Class sizes are small, giving you the be able to fill a diverse range of middle
opportunity for greater interaction with your management positions.
classmates and more individual attention
from your teachers. Simulation and
animation tools are used to enhance your
learning.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
The Associate Degree in Fashion and Textiles Teaching methods

Fashion Merchandising is designed to give you the
skills and knowledge to succeed in the
Classes are taught in a combination of lectures,
and Textile rapidly evolving fashion and textiles industry.

It has a global focus and aims to give you
seminar, tutorial, workshop, practical and
laboratory sessions.
merchandising employment opportunities across a vast Work experience
array of careers in this exciting industry. You You are provided with assistance in
will have the opportunity to work on industry- preparation for employment, and will learn
based projects with some of the biggest the skills required in applying for a job,
names in fashion. This program will give you preparing resumes, interview skills, etc. In
a broad-based understanding of critical areas addition, you will be placed in work
such as product development, supply chain, experience, where RMIT will aim to match
marketing, CAD/IT, fashion branding and you with the area of the fashion industry in
merchandising planning. which you wish to pursue your career. Often
Program structure students have gained full-time jobs through
AD013 Associate Degree in Fashion and
Textile Merchandising
opportunities made available by their host
Year one
CRICOS code/intake: employer companies.
071874F/February An industry speakers’ program achieves a
balance between classroom teaching and Assessment
Duration: 2 years
the industry mentoring program. Guests Assessment is ongoing throughout the
Brunswick campus
vary from year to year, but have included semester and may include examinations,
representatives of Fashion Bytes, Country essays/reports, oral class presentations,
Road, Scanlan & Theodore, Pantone, group projects, research projects, laboratory
Calvin Klein, Guess, Sportsgirl, and projects and practical assignments.
Jockey Australia.
Pathways
Year two
Graduates of Associate Degree in Fashion
Young essential program (YEP) is a project and Textiles Merchandising may receive
with industry partners like Jockey Australia, exemptions of two years from the following
Sportsgirl, Country Road, and Target. Each degree:
year the company’s brief changes and in the » Bachelor of Applied Science (Fashion and
past students have had the opportunity to Textiles Merchandising).
develop lingerie, spring carnival fashion
garments, fashion rewind, denim, casual Career outlook
wear, street wear, and soft furnishings. Graduates work in a diverse range of areas
» Exchange scholarship. You are within the fashion, textile, and clothing
encouraged to apply for one of a number industries. Employment prospects include
of exchange scholarships internationally. product developers, assistant buyers, sales
representatives, range coordinators, store
» Exchange programs have been set up
with institutes such as: FIT (New York), managers, service assistants, visual
Buffalo State University (New York), and merchandisers, marketing, design assistants,
Purdue University. quality assurance officers, and production
assistants. RMIT graduates are currently
» Work experience. The program has
established links with over 100 Victorian- working in a diverse range of roles for the
based fashion and textile businesses. following organisations with ‘household
Many students gain employment through names’, such as Hugo Boss, French
work experience. Connection, Calvin Klein, David Jones, Myer,
» Study tours to Europe, USA and China Country Road, Sussan, Jockey Australia,
have been offered to students. In Europe, Mitch Dowd, Kmart, Sportsgirl, Diana Ferrari,
you will visit fashion capitals Paris, Milan, Target, Just Jeans, Jag, and Spotlight.
Rome, Barcelona and London, with a Through strong links with the textiles,
focus on the brands and companies that
clothing and footwear industry, RMIT is able
impact the fashion industry globally.
to assist you to achieve employment.
Academic entrance requirements Professional recognition
Successful completion of Year 12, This program is recognised and supported
Foundation Studies program or equivalent. by ALMATAB (Australian Light Manufacturing
and Training Advisory Board).

ASSOCIATE DEGREE
This program is an excellent start to your IT Academic entrance requirements

Information professional future. You will be introduced to
the computer field through an exciting blend
Technology of theory and hands-on practical courses.

Foundation Studies program or equivalent.
You will quickly develop a broad-based Teaching methods
range of skills in computer hardware and Teaching methods include face-to-face
software, networking, database concepts, delivery, hands-on practical work, the use of
and programming including web network simulators and supervised online
programming. You will also complete a reading/assessment. Class sizes will be
number of vocational units that provide small, giving you the opportunity for greater
industry recognised employable skills. interaction with your classmates and more
Smaller classes offer you the additional help individual attention from your teachers.
you may require to reach your potential. This
Assessment
approach also prepares you for entry into
AD006 Associate Degree in the third year of the bachelor degree. Assessment is ongoing throughout the
Information Technology semester and may include examinations,
CRICOS code/intake: Program structure reports, oral class presentations, group
071307D/February and July Year one projects, research projects, laboratory skill
Duration: 2 years » CCNA ICND exams, online tests and practical
City campus » CCNA Introduction assignments.
» Database Concepts Pathways
» Introduction to Computer Systems and The Associate Degree in Information
Platform Technologies Technology provides graduates with
» Introduction to Programming guaranteed entry into the final year of the
» IT Essentials Bachelor of Information Technology.
» Programming 1 Graduates will receive advanced standing
» Software Engineering Fundamentals in degrees including:
Year two » Computer Science
» Data Communication and Net-Centric » Computing and Internet Technology
Computing
» Games and Graphics Programming
» Mathematics for Computing
» Programming 2 Students who choose not to continue on
» Unix Essentials for System Administrators will graduate from the associate degree with
a standard equivalent to two years of higher
» Web Programming
education.
» Workplace Communication A
Career outlook
Select two electives
Graduates will be well equipped to meet the
» Advanced Routing
growth in industry demand for professionals
» Business Analysis
in IT, having completed a number of
» Design for Interactive Media 1 industry-relevant vocational units.
» Multilayer Switching
The IT industry increasingly wants graduates
» Operating Systems Administration
with industry-recognised training, particularly
» Programming Techniques in the networking area. This associate
» Software Architecture: Design and degree will serve the needs of those wishing
Implementation to pursue a career in system administration,
» SQL Server Implementation and networking, information technology,
Management technical support, computer programming,
» Web Development Technologies database administration and further study.
» Web Servers and Web Technology Professional recognition
The associate degree prepares students to
sit for the internationally recognised CISCO
‘RMIT has everything I need. networking certifications including: CCNA
I will study the associate degree for Intro, CCNA ICND, Comptia’s A+, CCNP
Advanced Routing, and CCNP Multilayer
two years, then I will articulate into the Switching.
Bachelor of Applied science (Application
www.cisco.com
Programming), and only have one
year to study. I will be a computer
programmer before I know it!’
Maria Wally
Associate Degree in Information Technology
Please refer to page 26 for English language entrance requirements.
DIplOmA
The RMIT Diploma of Commerce provides an Pathways

Commerce introduction to general business studies and
will allow graduates to articulate into any one
Graduates of the Diploma of Commerce will
receive eight course credits (equivalent to one
of RMIT’s undergraduate business programs.
year) and guaranteed entry as outlined below:
Concurrent studies in English are embedded » Graduates with a pass grade average—
into the business courses, allowing you to guaranteed entry into the Associate
refine your skills in academic English and Degree in Business, leaving an additional
prepare you for success in further studies one year to complete the associate
at degree level. degree; or
» Graduates with a credit grade average—
Academic entrance requirements guaranteed entry into the second year
One of the following: of any three year Bachelor of Business
program; or
» Year 12, Foundation Studies program
or equivalent » Graduates with a distinction grade
AD003 Diploma of Commerce average—guaranteed entry into the
» A relevant, recognised, post secondary
CRICOS code/intake: second year of any three or four year
diploma or certificate
065386F/February and July Bachelor of Business program.
» Applicants with relevant work experience
Duration: 1 year
will also be considered.
City campus
English language requirements
» IELTS – 5.5+ (no band less than 5) or
equivalent).
Career outlook
Career opportunities for graduates exist
in all sectors of business, including the
private and public sectors, small and large
enterprises and across the full range of
industries.
Program structure
» Business computing
» Business statistics
» Commercial law
» Introduction to organisational behaviour
» Introductory accounting
» Macroeconomics
» Marketing principles
» Prices and markets
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RmIT ENGlISH WORlDWIDE (REW)
ENGlISH@RmIT
About RMIT English Worldwide English language requirements The EAP program consists of the following:
Established in 1968, RMIT English All programs at RMIT University are taught » Elementary: 2x5 week modules
Worldwide (REW) is RMIT University’s in English, therefore each program has a » Pre Intermediate: 2x5 week modules
English language centre. It offers high- minimum English language entry » Intermediate: 2x5 week modules
quality English language services for social, requirement. The academic and English » Upper Intermediate: 2x5 week modules
business or academic purposes in Australia requirements are included in the description
» Advanced 1: 2x5 week modules
and internationally. Students can study of each program.
RMIT English Worldwide programs at the » Advanced 2: 1x5 week module*
RMIT English Worldwide provides a direct * After March 2011, Advanced 2 will be 1x10 week
main centre in Melbourne or at an offshore module.
pathway for students who have not yet
partner centre.
achieved the English language prerequisite Each course consists of 20 hours tuition per
The REW Melbourne centre is located in to enter RMIT programs without needing to week, and five hours of independent study.
the heart of Melbourne opposite the main take IELTS or TEOFL. Students can
campus of RMIT University and is one of complete the English for Academic Students who do not meet Foundation
Australia’s leading English language Purposes (EAP) program, enabling them to Studies requirements can undertake English
centres. Custom-designed course meet the English language requirements of language at the REW Centre. The REW
materials help students meet the learning their selected program. RMIT English equivalent for Foundation Studies entry is
outcomes for the level and type of Worldwide offers internationalised curriculum Upper Intermediate.
program they are studying. The courses relevant to the needs of university students Course commencement dates and fees can
(subjects) are taught by highly qualified including critical thinking, independent be found at:
teachers with a combination of textbook, learning and active participation in www.rmitenglishworldwide.com .
visual materials and E-Language Learning an academic environment.
software. REW students have access to
Students may enter an appropriate level
excellent learning facilities, including
after sitting the RMIT English Worldwide
e-learning materials, an Independent
Placement Test or on the basis of recent
Learning Centre, free email and internet
IELTS or TOEFL scores.
and access to RMIT University facilities.
REW Melbourne is one of the longest
established IELTS testing centres in
Australia. For students who are planning to
take IELTS, REW offers a number of IELTS
Preparation Programs.
REW Melbourne is accredited by NEAS
(National ELT Accreditation Scheme). REW classroom
It is also a member of English Australia
(EA) and the University English Centres
Australia (UECA).
VICTORIAN CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (VCE)
Students who have completed the Year 12

Year 11 and 12 equivalent of Year 10 in their own country
may complete the Victorian Certificate of
» English (compulsory)
Select a minimum of four from:
Education (VCE) at Year 11 level before
proceeding to RMIT International College, » Accounting
or continuing on to VCE Year 12. The » Biology
Victorian Certificate of Education (Year 11 » Business Management
and 12) is the Victorian State Government » Chemistry
secondary school certificate. It is recognised
» Classical Societies and Culture
throughout Australia and internationally as a
university entry qualification. » English Language
» Health and Human Development
The full certificate is studied over two years,
» History (Australian)
but many students choose to study Year 11
VCE before transferring to the RMIT » History (Revolutions)
C2084 Victorian Certificate of Education International College program. Students who » Information Technology
(Year 11) have already completed a Year 11 equivalent (Processing and Management)
CRICOS code/intake: in their own country (or elsewhere) but » International Studies
» 013721D/February and July
whose results are not good enough for » Legal Studies
Duration: 1 year entry into the Foundation Studies program » Literature
City campus may proceed to Foundation Studies after
» Mathematics (Further)
one semester of Year 11 VCE if they achieve
a minimum of a B grade in English and » Mathematics (Methods)
C2085 Victorian Certificate of Education » Mathematics (Specialist)
(Year 12) B or C grades in other areas.
CRICOS code/intake: » Media Studies
Students who enter Year 11 VCE in July
» 013722C/February and intend to enter Year 12 the following » National Politics
Duration: 1 year year need to have a minimum of three » Philosophy
City campus passes in a previous Year 11 or equivalent. » Physics
» Politics (National)
Students study with local and international
students, which increases language skills » Psychology
and cultural experiences. The wide range » Sociology
of VCE subjects provides a good opportunity » Studio Arts
for students to discover their strengths and » Visual Communication and Design
interests, and therefore to make wise
choices for further study. Entrance requirements
For further information on VCE refer to Certain Year 12 courses (subjects) are
www.rmit.edu.au/programs . extremely difficult for students who have not
recently completed Year 11 or an equivalent
Courses (subjects) bridging program. They include mathematics,
Year 11 physics, chemistry, accounting and the arts.
» English (compulsory) Students are advised to take the time to
study such courses (subjects) in Year 11
Select a minimum of four from:
so that their Year 12 experience will be a
» Accounting successful one.
» Biology
More information about VCE may be
» Business Management obtained on the website of the Victorian
» Chemistry Curriculum and Assessing Authority.
» Health and Human Development
www.vcaa.vic.gov.au
» Information Technology
» International Politics
» Legal Studies
» Literature
» Mathematics (General – Introduction)
» Mathematics (General – Advanced)
» Mathematics (Methods)
» Media Studies
» Physics
» Psychology
» Studio Arts
» Visual Communication and Design
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FREQUENTlY ASkED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Are there any application deadlines? Who can help me if I have a problem after I arrive?
There are no application deadlines; however RMIT recommends that Almost all students find they need some form of assistance with study,
students apply several months in advance due to program popularity. practical or personal problems during their time at RMIT. There are several
Students must also allow ample time for visa and travel arrangements. options for obtaining assistance should you need it. These are outlined below.
How do I obtain a student visa? Your stream coordinator and teachers
International students will not be able to enter Australia without a student Each stream has a program coordinator who is responsible for supporting
visa. It is important to note that students studying on a student visa are and assisting students. Your coordinator might also be one of your teachers,
subject to Australian Government regulations. but this is not always the case. However, your coordinator will meet regularly
If you are in Australia and you are holding a different visa subclass, please with all of your teachers.
contact your nearest DIAC (Department of Immigration and Citizenship) office The program coordinator is generally the first person you should go to if you
regarding your eligibility to study. need assistance with either your academic program or any other aspect of
The process of obtaining your visa is different in each country. Please contact your life in Australia. Your coordinator will be able to refer you to the right
your Australian diplomatic post, Australian Education Centre or RMIT place if you need more specialised help.
International Services for further information. Your teachers are also willing to help and you should not be afraid to ask
them for assistance, especially in relation to the course (subject) they are
I am under 18. Are there any special conditions I should teaching. RMIT teachers and coordinators are experienced in working with
adhere to? international students and can generally understand the kinds of difficulties
International students under 18 years old are required by Australian law to you may be facing.
have a guardian while in Australia. RMIT can assist students and their families
in arranging a guardian. RMIT student services
RMIT has many special units and services for its students and you may
Can I bring my spouse and child? need to use some of these during your time with us. They are free of
Students wishing to bring their spouse or children to Australia will need to charge and your coordinator can put you in touch with any of these.
prove that they can support them financially (including the payment of annual Some examples include:
school fees). Full-time education is compulsory for all children in Victoria from » International Student Information and Support (ISIS)
the age of five to 15 years. For further information, please refer to your
» RMIT Counselling
nearest Australian diplomatic post, or the Department of Immigration and
Citizenship (DIAC). » Health Services
» Housing Advisory Service
www.immi.gov.au » Scholarships and Finance
What happens when I arrive? » Career Development and Employment
» Chaplaincy
Airport pickup and temporary accommodation
» Disability Liaison Unit
RMIT International Services can arrange for your airport pickup and initial
» Study and Learning Centre
temporary accommodation when you first arrive in Melbourne. This allows
time for you to become familiar with Melbourne and to find suitable www.rmit.edu.au/students/services
permanent accommodation before starting your classes.
Your fellow students
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/international/arrivalservices
In Foundation Studies, associate degree and diploma programs, students will
Orientation to the University generally be placed in a group of about 25 other students, with whom they
will attend most of their classes. You will be able to get to know each other
Your first day at RMIT will generally consist of an orientation program and
well and form lasting friendships. You will also have opportunities to
formal enrolment into the University.
participate in activities with other College students.
During orientation you will receive important information about your program
RMIT also has an Association of International Students (RAIS) with a centrally
and many of the services available at RMIT. You will also have the opportunity
located office. The student leaders in this association, who are all international
to participate in a tour of the City campus, as well as meeting your
students, can assist you with many of your concerns.
classmates and teachers over an informal lunch.
Your class timetable and booklist will be given to you by your coordinator The College Mentoring Program
when you enrol. New Foundation Studies students are invited to join the College's mentor
www.rmit.edu.au/orientation program. In this program, senior RMIT students, many of whom have
completed Foundation Studies themselves, act as informal mentors by
International Student Information and Support offering assistance and friendship to small groups of two or three new
College students.
RMIT’s International Student Information and Support (ISIS) can provide
personal assistance to all students on: What other services are available to RMIT International
» general information about Melbourne College students?
» how to apply for a work permit visa As a College student you are part of RMIT University. You will receive an RMIT
» how to obtain a Tax File Number University Student Card and have access to all of the following services:
» how to open a bank account » libraries
» how to use public transport » computer centres with free email and internet access
» any queries about RMIT. » social and academic clubs and societies
www.rmit.edu.au/isis » gymnasium and sports clubs
» legal and financial advice
www.immi.gov.au » religious services, including a chaplaincy service
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/international/esosstudent and prayer rooms.
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/applications/guardianship Student administration
RMIT International College has a specialised administration office to which
students can go for all enquiries and assistance with enrolment, change of
enrolment, fee enquiries, change of address notification, etc. The staff in this
office have expert knowledge of all College programs and will be able to
provide prompt, efficient and friendly help.
Who do I go to if I have an unresolved issue?
Occasionally issues may arise which are difficult to solve. In these situations
the College will take action to provide you with the support necessary to
resolve the outstanding issue.
For office use only:
Application Form
Student ID __________________
for admission as an international student Reference No _______________
Tag ________________________
All fields must be completed for the application to be processed.
Section 1 Personal information  Please tick () if you have

previously sumitted an
Family name application to RMIT
Title (Mr, Mrs, Ms) as stated in your passport
(if available)
Given names How to apply

as stated in your passport 1. Complete in BLOCK letters
(if available)
using a black or blue pen.
Day/month/year 2. Attach the AU$70 application
Date of birth Gender  Male  Female fee. See page 4 for payment
If you are under 18 years of age at program commencement date, please refer to www.rmit.edu.au/programs/applications/guardianship for methods. Your application
further information. will not be processed
Address in Number & street name City/Suburb without this fee.
home country Exemptions:
- English-only programs
State/province Country Postcode
- Current or returning RMIT
students
- Year 12 students applying
Mailing address Number & street name City/Suburb
through VTAC
(if different from above)
- Research programs
State/province Country Postcode
3. Attach one certified A4 copy
(do not include originals)
Area code Tel Fax
of supporting documents
Contact details (refer to list on page 3).
Mobile Email
4. Return the completed form to
RMIT University International
Services or to your RMIT-
accredited representative.
Are you applying through an RMIT representative?  Yes  No Where to submit your
Representative’s Agent Office application
name number number RMIT University
Representative’s Postal address:
email RMIT International Services
GPO Box 2476
Melbourne VIC 3001 Australia
Section 2 Residency and other information By courier:
RMIT International Services
Country of birth Citizenship Passport No. Level 4, RMIT Building 22
(If available)
330 Swanston Street
Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia
Are you currently living in Australia?  Yes  No If no, which country are you applying from:
Are you a permanent resident of Australia? If yes, you are completing an incorrect form. You must complete another form In person:
 Yes  No available on www.rmit.edu.au/programs/applications. International desk at Info Corner
Level 1, RMIT Building 22
If you have a current Australian visa, please provide 330 Swanston Street
Expiry date
number as shown in your visa label Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia
Type:  Student  Visitor  Spouse  Other Subclass number Tel. +61 3 9925 5156
Fax: +61 3 9663 6925
If you hold a current passport and/or an Australian visa, you MUST include a copy with this application. Email: ISapplications@rmit.edu.au
Are you currently covered by Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)? www.rmit.edu.au/international
 Yes  No RMIT University
It is an Australian Government requirement that all international students on a student visa are covered by Overseas Student Health CRICOS Provider Code 00122A
Cover (OSHC) (exemptions apply). Payment of OSHC needs to occur when you accept your offer. If you are accompanied by family RMIT English Worldwide
and children, you require the compulsory family policy for OSHC. RMIT will arrange visa-length cover with our preferred OSHC CRICOS Provider Code 01912G
provider, Medibank Private www.medibank.com.au/overseas-students/about-oshc.aspx
Provider name Membership number Expiry date

If yes, please provide:
Representative’s
Have you been awarded a scholarship or sponsorship? If yes, please provide a letter from your sponsor(s). stamp
 Yes  No
Tel
Scholarship/Sponsor provider name
Office use only

Section 3 Program information Interviewed by:
English only  General English  English for Academic Purposes Start date: Number of weeks:
Please note RMIT will advise number of weeks required for English for Academic Purposes (EAP), depending on your English Date:
language proficiency level.
English as English as part of a pathway to RMIT University programs (tick here): 

a pathway RMIT will advise the number of weeks required, depending on your English language proficiency level. Form submitted at:
RMIT pathway Complete to apply for a pathway (e.g., Year 11/12 (VCE), Foundation Studies) leading into a higher award:
 Exhibition/Interview
Program code Program plan Intake date (month, year; i.e., February 2010)  International desk
Info Corner
Name of program  Representative office visit
Issue date: July 2010. Ref: ADM01.1

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RMIT program Complete in order of preference to apply for an RMIT program (e.g., diploma, bachelor degree, postgraduate):
1. Program code Program plan Intake date (month, year; i.e., February 2010)
Name of program
Name of program
Name of program
Are you applying for credit exemptions?  Yes  No If yes, please provide a certified copy of an official syllabus, including detailed subject descriptions.
Section 4 English language proficiency
English skill Is English your first language?  Yes  No

Have you studied at secondary or post-secondary level with English as the medium of instruction and assessment?  Yes  No
If yes, please provide evidence.
English studies Are you planning to enrol, or are you enrolled in English Language Studies?  Yes  No
Expected start date Expected duration Expected completion date
Level Institution
English test score Have you taken an English test in the last 2 years?  Yes  No If yes, please complete details below.
(IELTS, TOEFL or REW)
If no, do you plan to take a test?  Yes  No
Test date Test name
Test report form number Result
If not known, please submit results as soon as they are available.
Section 5 Educational background and qualifications

1. S
econdary List details of the secondary studies you have completed:
school studies Month and year enrolled (e.g., February 2009)
From (month/year) To (month/year) Country
Institution Name of qualification
2. C
ompleted List details of the post-secondary studies you have completed (from lowest qualification gained to highest):
post-secondary
(tertiary studies) Years enrolled
Years enrolled
From (month/year) To (month/year)

(e.g., Diploma,
Bachelors, Masters)
Country
Country
Institution
Institution
Name of qualification (including main field of study):

Name of qualification (including main field of study):
3. Current studies: List details of current studies:

Month and year enrolled (e.g., February 2009)
Name of qualification Country Institution
(Month/year)
The date your results will be available
Will you complete your current studies prior to the commencement of your proposed RMIT program?  Yes  No
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4. Research Have you ever been enrolled in a masters by research or PhD program?  Yes  No
background
If yes,
(To be completed
by students Institution Name
applying for
Masters by
Research or Department Name
PhD programs)
Period of candidature: from (day/month/year) to (day/month/year)
Topic
Reason for withdrawal (if applicable)
Research Proposal
Have you contacted an RMIT academic staff about your research proposal?  Yes  No
If yes,
Academic’s name Academic position
Please note: you are required to attach a copy of your research proposal to this application.
Section 6 Work experience
Have you undertaken any work experience relevant to your application?  Yes  No
If yes, list details of employment:
From (month/year) To (month/year) From (month/year) To (month/year)
Country Country
Employer Employer
Position Position
Duties Duties
Section 7 Special consideration
Do you have a disability, impairment or long-term medical condition that may affect your studies?  Yes  No
If yes, you need to provide documentation and additional information so that RMIT can assist you during your studies.
More information about RMIT support services is available on www.rmit.edu.au/disability.
Section 8 Supporting documents

The following supporting documents must be included when you submit your application. Please refer to program requirements in the relevant RMIT
program guide available on www.rmit.edu.au/programs/international/brochures.
(Applications that are submitted without necessary supporting documents will be delayed in processing. Where requested, original or certified copies
of documentation must be provided. RMIT does not recommend sending originals as they will not be returned.)
Compulsory attachments
 Certified academic transcripts  Evidence of English proficiency
 Certified copies of graduation certificates  Certified copies of passport and current Australian visa (if applicable)
Submit these attachments if applicable (please do not include originals as they will not be returned):
 Folio (File size should not exceed 10 MB)  Certified English translations
 Supplementary documents/forms  Research proposal including expected outcomes
 Personal statement  Letter from scholarship provider or sponsor
 Curriculum Vitae (resume)  Disability support details
 References from employers

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Section 9 How did you first hear about RMIT University?
 Friends/relatives  Education fair/exhibition
 Education representative  Other
 Internet
 Media (magazine, newspaper or television)
Section 10 Declaration
I understand and accept that:
» RMIT University reserves the right to discontinue or alter any program, course/subject, fee, admissions requirement, staffing or other arrangement without
prior notice.
» Information I have provided on this form and during enrolment may be made available to the Australian Government, State Agencies and other designated
authorities under the ESOS Act 2000, ESOS Regulations 2001 and the National Code. Information about me can be disclosed without my consent where
authorised or required by law.
» RMIT University reserves the right to annually adjust program fees to take into account increases in University and program delivery costs. Changes to
program tuition fees will be applied at the beginning of each calendar year. RMIT will ensure that any future fee increase will be maintained below 7.5%
(subject to rounding). In the event of a variation between the fees on my offer letter and the approved RMIT schedule of fees and charges, the approved
schedule will prevail.
» Any application fee paid is non-refundable by RMIT University.
» Quoted tuition fees are an estimate based on standard full time loads and will vary depending on program and plan (i.e. the actual enrolled load). Tuition
fees will increase if courses need to be repeated or additional electives that will exceed the minimum requirement need to be undertaken.
» Tuition fees do not include the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), administrative services charges, books, equipment and other materials required
to undertake the program or compulsory activities where relevant, such as fieldwork, excursions or laboratory practicals. Details on additional costs can
be found in the program descriptions on the RMIT website (www.rmit.edu.au) and at the RMIT fee website (www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/other).
» RMIT University collects, uses and destroys my information in accordance with the university’s Privacy Policy (refer www.rmit.edu.au/privacy).
» RMIT University places restrictions on program and institution transfers and that I may not be permitted to change my program or institution without
permission.
I authorise the university to disclose information relevant to my application and enrolment to the university’s preferred OSHC provider and other third parties
for the purposes of arranging my OSHC, progressing my application and enrolment, and administering my program.
I give RMIT University permission to check my visa status using the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) Visa Electronic Verification Online
(VEVO) system.
I declare to the best of my knowledge that the information supplied on this application form and all supporting documentation is correct and complete, and
that any folio, personal statement or additional requirements supplied are my own work.
I acknowledge that the withholding of information or provision of incorrect or fraudulent documentation relating to my application may result in the
cancellation of any offer or enrolment by RMIT University, and the university may inform others, including government agencies, of this information.
If sponsored by a government body or private institution, I give RMIT permission to provide my sponsor with information about my application, enrolment and
academic progress.
I have completed all sections of the application form.
Student signature Date

Day/month/year
Please refer to www.rmit.edu.au/policies/refunds for RMIT’s refund policy for international students.
Application A non-refundable application fee of AU$70 must be submitted with this application.
fee payment These payment methods are accepted:
Bank draft Credit card (Visa or Mastercard)
Telegraphic transfer
Draft should be payable to Please complete details below:
Paid in accordance with the following details:
‘RMIT University’ in Australian Payee: RMIT University
dollars and to an Australian Please tick one  Visa  Mastercard Bank: Commonwealth Bank of Australia
bank. Write your student Name on credit card: Branch: RMIT University
number (if known) on the 360 Swanston Street, Melbourne 3000
back of the draft. Account no: 1000-6953 (for application fee only)
Card number: BSB no: 063-262
A copy of the telegraphic transfer, including your full
name and contact details, must be attached to your
Expiry date:
application form.
Signature:

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CAMPUS
Melbourne’s
Magistrate Court
Melbourne The Arts Centre

Convention and Info Corner RMIT International College
Exhibition Centre Email: ISservices@rmit.edu.au
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www.rmit.edu.au/internationalcollege
For more information

RMIT University (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology)
International Services
GPO Box 2476
Melbourne VIC 3001
Australia
Tel. +61 3 9925 5156
Fax: +61 3 9663 6925
New student enquiries: isu@rmit.edu.au
www.rmit.edu.au/international
Date of issue: September 2010
Every effort has been made to ensure the information contained
in this publication is accurate and current at the date of printing.
For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the
RMIT University web site before lodging your application.
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FOUNDATION STUDIES, DIplOmA

Welcome to RMIT International College

Congratulations on considering RMIT International College. In choosing an RMIT

Professor Margaret Gardner AO

RMIT International College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

English language entrance requirements . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Entrance requirements by country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Art, design and architecture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Media and communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Property and construction management . . . . . . . . . . 15

Science, engineering and technology . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Requirements for a guaranteed place . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Course (subject) descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Academic calendar 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Entrance requirements by country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Engineering technology (Civil engineering). . . . . . . . . 31

Engineering technology (Electrical/Electronics) . . . . . . 32

Engineering technology (Mechanical). . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Engineering technology (Network engineering) . . . . . . 34

Fashion and textile merchandising. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

 English@RMIT (RMIT English Worldwide). . . . . . . . . 38

 Year 11 and 12 (Victorian Certificate of Education) . . 39

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

City of Melbourne map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . inside back cover

Photography: Southbank by Peter Dunphy (page 7)

RmIT UNIVERSITY HAs BEEN TEACHING

Why choose RMIT International College?

Entry levels Foundation Studies Degree

Year 12 Fast Track (7 months)

Year 11 Accelerated (8 months)

RmIT INTERNATIONAl COllEGE IS mANAGED AND

OUR pROGRAmS ARE DESIGNED TO PRoVIDE

Foundation Studies RMIT diploma

good second chance option for students, providing them with a

Many students studying a diploma or advanced diploma program

elect to graduate with an industry-recognised qualification and

in 2009, 90% continued on to higher education at RMIT University.

What is the difference between

WE offER fIVE INTAKEs PER YEAR

To remain a happy and successful student, it is important to lead a balanced life.

RMIT UNIVERsITY’s CENTRAl CITY lOCATION

Melbourne’s multicultural atmosphere immediately puts visitors at Weather

mElBOURNE, ONE OF THE WORlD’S mOST lIVEABlE CITIES,

For many students commencing their study at RMIT, this will

including the establishment and management of a budget.

Foundation Studies (streams)

Art, Design and Architecture February, June 18750

(excluding university fees).

Business February, June, 18750

All prices are estimates for 2010/2011.

Employment Engineering Technology (Mechanical) February, July 21120

Engineering Technology February, July 21120

Information Technology February 20640

www.rmit.edu.au/programs/international/workpermit Victorian Certificate of Education (Year 11) February, July 15000

Victorian Certificate of Education (Year 12) February 15000

English Language Programs (ELICOS) Duration

Intensive English (Elementary to Advanced) 4–55 weeks 395/week

Tuition fees do not include extra expenses such as Overseas

* See page 21 for Foundation Studies scholarships

Please refer to page 12 for English language entrance requirements. 9

Are all intakes the same?

ENGlISH lANGUAGE ENTRANCE REQUIREmENTS

Intake IELTS English language requirement (one of the following):