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Course Overview
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview The RMIT School of Design is a recognised as an international leader in education, research and practice. #1 in Australia and #19 in the world for Art & Design*.
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions Expand all sections Collapse all sections Minimum requirements for admission Prerequisites Selection tasks Minimum requirements for admission The minimum requirements for admission to a master by research program are: a bachelor degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology courses that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a credit average in the final year; or evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program. At RMIT a grade of credit represents academic achievement of 60% or higher. Prerequisites None Selection tasks These entrance requirements are the minimum academic standard you must meet in order to be eligible to apply for the program. You will need to complete a selection task as part of your application. In addition to support materials required for all postgraduate research applications, applicants to the MFA by Research and PhD Art are required to submit a folio of selected creative works. Please refer to How to apply – entry requirements for more information. The School of Art does not accept applications to its research programs before a potential applicant has satisfied a Pre-application Process, which should be completed before lodging a formal application with RMIT’s School of Graduate Research, or with RMIT International. For further information on the steps you need to take to apply for a research program see How to apply – Research programs . Expand all sections Collapse all sections Minimum requirements for admission Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Minimum requirements for admission The minimum requirements for admission to a master by research program are: a bachelor degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology courses that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a credit average in the final year; or evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program. At RMIT a grade of credit represents academic achievement of 60% or higher. Prerequisites None Selection tasks Research proposal and supervisor Proposal You must attach a substantive research proposal that is 2 to 5 pages in length which articulates the intent, significance and originality of the proposed topic using the following headings: a) title / topic b) research questions to be investigated in the context of existing research/literature in the area c) significance and impact of the research d) methodology / research tasks required to undertake the research e) particular needs (e.g. resources, facilities, fieldwork or equipment that are necessary for your proposed research program, if applicable) Supervisor Your application will not be considered if you have not discussed your research topic with a proposed senior and associate supervisor or joint senior supervisors. You must provide the names of the academic staff in the school you have applied to and with whom you have discussed your proposed research. For further information on the steps you need to take to apply for a research program see How to apply – Research programs . English language requirements To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). <div
Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career Completion of the Master of Design will provide you with a foundation for study at PhD level. It will also enable you to pursue employment in senior leadership positions, or research-based roles within government, non-government and corporate sectors. <div
Common Questions
RMIT is ranked #1 in Australia and #19 in the world for studies in Art and Design, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.
Students can work on client projects and pursue internships with organisations such as ANZ, Mecca Cosmetica, Australian Red Cross and more.
Yes, RMIT has exchange partnerships with prestigious universities, including the Parsons School of Design in New York, allowing students to pursue global career opportunities.
RMIT offers design courses across a range of disciplines including animation, design innovation and technology, game design and interactive media, graphic and communication design, industrial, furniture and product design, merchandising, and interior design.
Design students at RMIT learn in hands-on studios where they invent, visualise and prototype design solutions, guided by local and international practising designers, lecturers and academics who are connected with industry and the design community.
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