History
Since 1887, our inner-city campus has been a vital part of the City of Melbourne, from the 1880s boom through world wars, the Great Depression and renewed prosperity during the second half of the 20th century.
Education
As one of the world's most globalised universities, RMIT is committed to providing students with the learning, teaching and research training to excel in an open world economy.
Research
We conduct research that's useful and usable. Dedicated to relevancy and quality, RMIT's teams, relationships and infrastructure deliver new knowledge and innovation that people care about.
Career
RMIT University has excellent opportunities for talented employees across academic, professional, teaching and research areas.
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2025
123 17
2024
140 50
2023
190
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
251
2024
251 50
2023
301
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2024
301
2023
301
2022
301
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2025
-
2024
195 14
2023
209
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Student services
Whether you’re into music, culture, politics, sports or academic pursuits, RMIT has over 100 clubs, societies and collectives where you can meet new people and develop new skills.
Housing services
If you are joining RMIT from interstate or overseas, or leaving home for the first time, we can help you find accommodation that suits your needs.
- While you’re studying, it is important to have a home base where you feel comfortable and secure. There are many housing options in Melbourne to explore.
- Purpose-built student accommodation is conveniently located and designed for student life
- Know your rights and responsibilities when renting, sharing or living in student accommodation.
Library services
There are four Library sites in Melbourne and two Library sites in Vietnam. There is a Makerspace at the City campus and the RMIT University Archives are at our Bundoora campus. Each Library provides a range of study environments, including flexible group study areas and silent individual study spaces. All our libraries have extensive computer facilities, wi-fi access and long opening hours.
ICT services
Wherever you are on campus, no matter how you work, you can connect to RMIT’s wireless network.
Medical services
Health and wellbeing services and resources, including on-campus doctors and counsellors.
- High-quality medical care and mixed/bulk-billing at RMIT City campus.
- Free, confidential and professional short-term counselling for students experiencing mental health issues.
- Help for anyone who has experienced unwanted or threatening behaviour, including sexual harm and family violence.
- Support for students with a disability, long-term illness or mental health condition, and primary carers.
Campus life
RMIT has three campuses and two sites in Australia, two campuses in Vietnam and a research and industry collaboration centre in Spain.
We also offer a number of programs through partners in Singapore, Hong Kong, mainland China, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Belgium, Germany, Austria and the Netherlands.
Sports facilities
RMIT Bundoora's quality indoor and outdoor sports facilities and services for students, staff and local community.
- Health Club: Whether your goal is to get fit, tone up or improve your health, you will immediately feel welcome when you enter our state of the art Health Club.
- Group Fitness Program: Free your mind or sweat it out with our group fitness classes, upstairs in the RMIT Sports Centre.
- Personal Training: Personal Training is a one on one workout with you and a one of RMIT Sports Centres friendly and experienced fitness professionals.
Student clubs
When you study at RMIT, you’re joining a vibrant and welcoming university filled with social, cultural, sporting and recreation activities.