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Are you from a SNAP school?

If you are from a SNAP School you may be eligible for consideration as a SNAP student – a program that enables RMIT to look at a range of factors other than Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) in the selection of students.

If circumstances have interrupted or disadvantaged your access to education, RMIT University offers equity access schemes that can help you study with us.

Information for RMIT direct applicants:

Information if you are applying via VTAC:

Note: Schemes may have requirements in addition to the general eligibility criteria listed below.

RMIT Access

Note: RMIT Access is for RMIT direct applicants only.

Who this scheme is for

Consider applying if you:

  • are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
  • are from a non-English speaking background
  • have experienced difficult or disruptive circumstances (e.g. bushfires or flooding)
  • come from a disadvantaged financial background
  • have a medical condition or a disability
  • are mature age
  • are applying for a program in which RMIT has specified that your gender is under-represented
  • come from a regional or rural area (refer to the list of acceptable postcodes)

Assistance offered

Extra consideration for entry into an RMIT program.

Categories for all applicants

RMIT Access has five categories in which you may choose to apply. These are listed on the RMIT Access web page.

General eligibility criteria

The RMIT Access web page lists the general and category-specific eligibility criteria.

How to apply

Applying via RMIT:

Read about the additional eligibility criteria for each category and follow instructions on the RMIT Access web page.

Applications open

1 May 2012

Applications close

31 May 2012

Note: RMIT Access applications will continue to be accepted after the closing date if your program is still accepting applications. However, you are strongly encouraged to lodge your application by the deadline to avoid missing out.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander equity access

If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander you can apply for extra consideration through RMIT Access - Category 1: Personal information and location.

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander equity access web page has more information about how to apply and the support offered by the Ngarara Willim Centre.

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Postgraduate Commonwealth Supported Equity Places scheme

Who this scheme is for

Prospective students applying for an RMIT postgraduate coursework program

Assistance offered

Access to a Commonwealth supported place instead of paying full-fees.

General eligibility criteria

You must be:

  • an Australian citizen, Permanent Resident, or a Permanent Humanitarian Visa holder
  • commencing a full-fee postgraduate coursework program – excluding Graduate entry teaching (GET) programs
  • commencing a qualification that is higher than the one you currently hold
  • able to demonstrate one of these equity backgrounds:
    • Aboriginal or Torres Straight Islander
    • disability or long-term medical condition
    • low socio-economic status
    • women applying for courses in non-traditional areas
    • recent migrant/refugee on a low income.

How to apply

Download the application form and follow the instructions on the Postgraduate Commonwealth support places equity scheme web page.

If you state that you have a disability or long-term medical condition you must also complete and submit the Medical practitioner or healthcare professional form.

Applications open

1 May 2012

Applications close

31 May 2012
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Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS)

Note: SEAS is for VTAC applicants only.

Who this scheme is for

Consider applying if you:

  • are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent
  • attend a Schools Network Access Program (SNAP) school
  • are from a non-English speaking background
  • have experienced difficult or disruptive circumstances (e.g. bushfires or flooding)
  • come from a disadvantaged financial background
  • have a medical condition or a disability
  • are mature age
  • are applying for a program in which RMIT has specified that your gender is under-represented
  • come from a regional or rural area (refer to the list of acceptable postcodes).

Assistance offered

Extra consideration for entry into an RMIT program.

Categories for all applicants

SEAS has five categories applicable to RMIT in which you may choose to apply. The VTAC website has the latest information.

General eligibility criteria

You must be:

  • applying to study for an RMIT degree, associate degree or TAFE program (Certificate IV or above), and
  • an Australian or New Zealand citizen
  • an Australian Permanent Resident, or
  • an Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa holder.

How to apply

Follow the instructions for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) on the VTAC website.

Applications open

6 August 2012

Applications close

9 October 2012
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Schools Network Access Program (SNAP)

If you attend a SNAP school you can apply for extra consideration through the RMIT University Schools Network Access Program.

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If you have a query about equity access schemes, please contact Info Corner – the RMIT University customer service centre for future students.