Email Update – November 2015_____________________________________________

Welcome Career Advisers

We hope you enjoy the November edition of the Email Update.

This month’s highlights include:

Change of Preference New Program – Fashion Styling Information for International Applicants

Further Info: Student RecruitmentTel. 03 9925 2555Email: student.recruitment@rmit.edu.au ___________________________________

RMIT Email Update – November 2015

2015 What’s On Calendar_________________________________________

6 November Closing date for VTAC late applications

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4 December Closing date for VTAC very late applications

14 December VCE results and ATAR released

16 December RMIT Change of Preference Expo

21 December Change of Preference closes

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20164 January Change of Preference re-opens

13 January Round 1 offers released

19 – 21 Jan Science Experience

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4 February Round 2 offers released

Change of Preference services for students and parentsYear 12 students and their parents can interact with RMIT during Change of Preference through a number of ways:

Speak directly to staff 03 9925 226014 – 18 Dec, 8.30am – 5.30pm21 Dec, 8.30am – 12pm

Attend the Change of Preference ExpoSwanston Academic BuildingBuilding 80, 445 Swanston Street, MelbourneWednesday 16 Dec, 11am – 2pm

Visit Info Corner Corner Swanston and La Trobe Street, Melbourne14 – 18 December, 9am – 5.30pm21 Dec, 9am – 12pm

www.rmit.edu.au/cop#RMITCOP

Change of Preference services for Career AdvisersThe RMIT Student Recruitment team will be offering priority services to all Career Advisers during Change of Preference.

Speak directly to Student Recruitment on the VIP hotline03 9925 255514 – 18 Dec, 8.30am – 5.30pm21 Dec, 8.30am – 12pm

Email the Student Recruitment Team Send questions directly to student.recruitment@rmit.edu.au and all emails will be responded to within 1 hour.

RMIT Change of Preference Resources ToolkitThe Student Recruitment team will be emailing a resources toolkit to assist Career Advisers during Change of Preference.

The toolkit will contain a range of RMIT resources including information on pre-selection kits, pathways and where to find key information.

RMIT is looking forward to assisting you during Change of Preference.

www.rmit.edu.au/cop#RMITCOP

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Program Information____________________________Notional ATAR for VCAL students

Students who successfully complete senior VCAL will be given a notional ATAR by RMIT. This enables them to apply for RMIT certificate, diploma and advanced diploma programs.

Students apply through VTAC and students will be automatically assigned a notional ATAR.

Further InfoStudent RecruitmentTel. 03 9925 2555Email: student.recruitment@rmit.edu.au

New Program - Diploma of Fashion Styling

If you have always wanted to work in fashion and have a flair for the creative, then RMIT’s new Diploma of Fashion Styling will assist you to develop your creative skills and fashion knowledge to work at the forefront of the global styling industry.

Offered at the Brunswick campus, this one year program will develop the creative skills and fashion knowledge to work as a fashion stylist.

Applications are direct to RMIT. Click here to apply.

Further Info: Anni JuracichProgram CoordinatorTel: 03 9925 9236Email: anni.juracich@rmit.edu.au

Guaranteed pathways to Education at RMIT

The Certificate IV in Education Support now offers guaranteed pathways to the following education programs at RMIT:

Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) Bachelor of Education (Primary and Early Childhood

Education) Bachelor of Education (Primary Education and

Disability Studies)

Students need to successfully complete the Certificate IV in Education Support with a credit pass in both English and Maths units will be guaranteed entry into one of the above programs.

Further Info:Soosan KianEmail: soosan.kian@rmit.edu.au

Program Information____________________________

Information for International Applicants at RMIT

Non-VTAC ApplicationsInternational students need to apply direct to RMIT through iApply for the following programs:

1) All packaged offers (Vocational + Bachelors)2) Vocational education programs 3) All undergraduate programs after the main round offer

For a listing of programs offered to International students please visit: www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/international-students/

Further Info:Sabina RanjitTel. 03 9925 1631 or 0427 766 253 Email: sabina.ranjit@rmit.edu.au

Automatic English offers for International Applicants

International applicants who do not meet the minimum EAL or English requirement for Associate Degree, Diploma of Commerce or Degree programs, will be offered English for Academic Purposes* (EAP) program based on their study score.

*English for Academic Purposes program offered by RMIT English Worldwide

Further InfoSabina RanjitTel. 03 9925 1631 or 0427 766 253 Email: sabina.ranjit@rmit.edu.au

Important dates for RMIT VTAC International Applicants

December 20154 – Close of very late applications and personal statements14 – VCE results released, RMIT Change of Preference opens15 – Change of Preference closes21 – International early round offers 29 – 31 Acceptances are processed over the holidays on these dates if accepting early

January 20164 – Change of Preference re-opens 10am – 4pm12 – International main round offers available on iApply

Further InfoSabina RanjitTel. 03 9925 1631 or 0427 766 253 Email: sabina.ranjit@rmit.edu.au

Program Information____________________________Preparatory Program

RMIT Email Update – November 2015

Achieved Score EAP Intended ProgramEAL 25-29 10 weeks DegreeEAL 20-24 20 weeks DegreeEAL 20-24 10 weeks Associate Degrees &

Diploma of Commerce

RMIT is now offering a Diploma in Fashion Styling

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Students who don’t meet the entry requirements for science and engineering diploma programs at RMIT are encouraged to consider the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation.

This preparatory program develops the academic skills, knowledge and confidence required to participate in higher-level qualifications.

It also offers guaranteed pathways (certain criteria must be met) into a range of science and engineering diploma programs at RMIT.

Further Info:Jana Marcak Tel. 03 9925 4488Email: jana.marcak@rmit.edu.au

What’s Happening On Campus____________________________Science Experience registrations open

The Science Experience is three fun-filled days of hands-on activities and practical experiences for students entering Year 10 in 2016.

This popular school holiday program allows Australia’s next generation of curious scientists to go behind the scenes and sample the exhilarating world of science and technology.

Students will perform experiments, participate in field trips, attend university lectures and experience student life at RMIT.

Date: 19 - 21 January 2016Audience: Students entering Year 10 in 2016Cost: $115Registration: Science Experience

On-campus accommodation at Bundoora

The new Bundoora Student accommodation will be ready for semester 1, 2016 and will offer 370 beds for students to live on campus.

It will feature state-of-the-art high tech spaces including a TED Talks and Discursive Zone, two themed games zones and informal learning spaces with project rooms and video conferencing.

To register interest please visit: Bundoora Accommodation

RMIT Student and Staff Successes____________________________

Eco-themed iPad game wins iAward for RMIT Computer Science student

First year Bachelor of Computer Science student, Josh Caratelli, has won a National iAward for the development of an educational iPad and iPhone game.

Josh was recognised in the secondary student category for his eco-themed Smog Game, which he developed in his final year at Elwood College and while studying programming as part of his VCE Extension Studies at RMIT.

RMIT Engineering lecturer wins 2015 Engineer of the Year

RMIT’s Dr Nicky Eshtiaghi, who is a senior lecturer in Chemical Engineering, has been awarded the 2015 Victorian Professional Engineer of the Year by professional body Engineers Australia. This award is designed to recognise those who contribute to the community and profession through innovation, leadership, ingenuity and creativity.

Dr Eshtiahi is currently the Chair of the Engineers Australia and IChemE Joint Victorian Chemical Engineering Committee (JVCEC) whilst also lecturing in Chemical Engineering at RMIT.

Staff Update___________________________

Student Recruitment Team Update

The Student Recruitment Team recently farewelled Cody Moore and Laura Currie.

RMIT Email Update – November 2015

RMIT’s Dr Nicky Eshtiaghi being awarded the 2015 Victorian Professional Engineer

RMIT’s Josh Caratelli won a National iAward for his eco – theme Smog Game

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New On-campus accommodation at Bundoora will be ready for Semester 1 2016

Cody has gone on maternity leave and we congratulate her on the arrival of her second child. We look forward to welcoming Cody back in 2016.

Laura Currie has left RMIT to take on a new role in the IT industry. We wish Laura the best of luck with her future endeavours.

We are pleased to announce that Alvin Webster has now joined the Student Recruitment Team. Alvin brings a range of marketing and sales experience from Blackberry and Monash University

Alvin is looking forward to working with schools and Career Advisers during Change of Preference and in 2016.

RMIT Student Recruitment Team___________________________

Mark Scherian Kate Tangas (nee Hope) Manager, Student RecruitmentStudent Recruitment Officer

Melissa Robinson Alvin Webster Student Recruitment Student Recruitment

Officer Officer

Rachel YeungMarketing and Recruitment Assistant

Further Info:Student RecruitmentTel. 03 9925 2555Email: student.recruitment@rmit.edu.au

Helpful Websites___________________________RMIT Career Adviser page

www.rmit.edu.au/programs/advisers

RMIT University - www.rmit.edu.au

What’s on at RMIT - www.rmit.edu.au/events

RMIT programs - www.rmit.edu.au/programs

Campus maps - www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-locations-and-

facilities/locations/

RMIT postgraduate options - www.rmit.edu.au/postgrad

RMIT Village (accommodation) - www.rmitvillage.com.au

RMIT publications - www.rmit.edu.au/publications

RMIT Email Update – November 2015

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