RMIT University, Australia

Established in 1887 and situated in Oz’s second largest city, this university attracts 8,700 international students and offers 450 professional and job-oriented academic programmes Situated in the heart of Australia’s second largest city, Melbourne, RMIT University enjoys a formidable reputation in Oz and across the world for excellence in vocational and technical education, as well as research and development. RMIT (formerly the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology), offers more than 450 professional and job-oriented academic programmes at several levels including pre-university (foundation), certificate, diploma, bachelors, graduate diploma, Master’s and doctoral research. Its programmes in the fields of applied sciences, engineering and business are particularly well reputed for providing industry-ready and highly employable graduates with specialised skills and knowledge. RMIT also offers over 200 TAFE (technical and further education) and vocational education and training (VET) programmes. Established in 1887, RMIT currently has more than 57,000 students, 3,000 academics and 8,700 international students on its rolls. With its three campuses in Melbourne, one in Vietnam, two regional sites in Victoria, RMIT offers study programmes in collaboration with over 190 partner institutions around the world. The university is a member of the Australian Technology Network, a powerful coalition of five front-rank Australian technology institutes which share “a heritage of working with industry and a united vision to provide career-driven education for tomorrow’s leaders”. Moreover RMIT is a promoter-member of the Global University Alliance, a partnership of eight international varsities dedicated to sharing resources to provide online education throughout Asia. “Expert teachers, a wide range of facilities and latest technologies assist students to reach their potential. From diploma to doctoral studies, our programmes link theory with practice. Work placement or research in industry-linked projects is an integral part of the RMIT experience,” says a university spokes-person. After 95 years as Australia’s leading technology educator, and having offered degree courses for over 30 years, RMIT was granted formal university status under the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Act 1992. Now formally known as RMIT University, this highly acclaimed institute has been variously known as the Working Men’s College (1887), Melbourne Technical College (1934), Royal Melbourne Technical College (1954), Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (1960).  Melbourne. Australia’s second largest city, Melbourne (pop.3.5 million) is a bustling seaport, industrial and commercial centre. Built on two waterways, the Yarra river and Port Philip Bay, it boasts scenic parks and gardens perfect for walks, picnics and relaxation with the city skyline as a backdrop. It is home to immigrants from over 100 countries, has an enviable public transport system and numerous shopping centres.  Within an hour’s drive of Melbourne are some of the most scenic regions of Oz — beaches, rainforest, mountains and lakes. For those interested in the arts, Melbourne offers world-class theatre, concerts and galleries. Exciting nightlife abounds in sophisticated restaurants, cafes, clubs and opulent theatres. Sports lovers have numerous opportunities to witness world-class sporting events such as the Grand Prix, the Australian Tennis Open and the Melbourne Cup. Melbourne enjoys a mild climate round the year. Summers can…