Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

For postgraduate coursework degrees at RMIT, applicants need to meet minimum English language requirements. These include a VCE study score of at least 30 in EAL or at least 25 in English, Literature or English Language. For English proficiency tests, the standard postgraduate requirements apply: IELTS (Academic) overall 6.5 with no band less than 6.0, TOEFL iBT overall 79, PTE (Academic) 58 with no communication band less than 50, or C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency 176 with no less than 169 in any component.

Yes, for postgraduate coursework entry, applicants can demonstrate at least 2 years of professional work experience in an occupation requiring English language proficiency. A supporting statement from your employer on official letterhead or company email is required, confirming that English is the language of business, the duration of employment, your roles and responsibilities, the nature of work, the scale of the organisation, and whether the company deals internationally.

No, RMIT does not accept IELTS (General) for admission into its university programs. Only IELTS (Academic) or IELTS (Academic) One Skill Retake are accepted for entry into postgraduate coursework degrees such as the Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing.

Yes, RMIT is running a 2026 pilot that allows domestic applicants to meet minimum English language requirements through approved English language proficiency tests. Accepted tests include IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, Pearson Test of English (Academic), C1 Advanced, and C2 Proficiency. Note that tests must be valid within 2 years from the test date, and RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing.

Yes, post-secondary study can be used to meet the English language entry requirement for postgraduate coursework. Applicants must have satisfactorily completed 2 undergraduate level courses equivalent to at least 24 RMIT University credit points, or satisfactorily completed an AQF accredited award at Certificate IV or above (or equivalent).