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2026 research scholarships
The 2026 RMIT Research Funded Scholarship round will open and EOIs for centrally awarded scholarships will be accepted from 1st June 2025.
A centrally awarded scholarship at RMIT University is a scholarship that is administered and funded directly by the university, rather than by individual schools, colleges, or external organisations.
Candidates are welcome to apply outside the designated window for research projects funded through alternative sources, including school or college-based scholarships, industry-sponsored scholarships, or other financial guarantees.
Information on the opening and closing dates for the 2026 RMIT Research Funded Scholarship round will be available from April 2025. Information regarding opening and closing dates for the 2026 RMIT Research Funded Scholarship round is available in the table below:
| Domestic | International | |
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| 2026 Scholarship round opens for EOI’s | 01 June 2025 | 01 June 2025 |
| EOI deadline. Last day to submit documents for EOI assessment | 30 September 2025 | 30 August 2025 |
| Full Application deadline. Last day to submit documents for Full Applications | 30 October 2025 | 30 September 2025 |
| Successful applicants will begin receiving their offers | 15 December 2025 | 24 November 2025 |
| All outcomes will be finalised (students put in a reserve list will also be notified). | 1st April 2026 | 1st April 2026 |
At RMIT, applicants are classified as either Domestic or International students for scholarship and admissions purposes.
- Domestic students are Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents, holders of a permanent humanitarian visa, or New Zealand citizens.
- International students are applicants who do not hold Australian or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency. They typically hold a temporary visa, such as a student visa, and are required to pay international tuition fees.
Please ensure you read ALL instructions and eligibility criteria carefully before submitting your application. Successful applicants are expected to commence in March 2026. However, Schools/Colleges may approve an alternative start date based on individual circumstances.
Scholarships are awarded through a highly competitive process. Therefore, it is crucial to read and understand the advice provided to prospective applicants about making their application competitive. Information on this is provided below under ‘Costs and Scholarships - Eligibility.’
All scholarship applicants must provide evidence from an academic member of staff agreeing to supervise their research when submitting an expression of interest.
If you intend to apply for one of these scholarships, it is recommended that you start the application process without delay and submit your expression of interest as soon as possible.
In some cases, eligible applicants may be placed on a reserve list if all available scholarships have been offered.
Being on the reserve means you may still be considered if a successful applicant declines their offer or if additional funding becomes available. Students who are placed in the reserve list will be notified by 28th of February 2026. Applicants who would like to be considered for a Vice-Chancellor’s PhD Scholarship (VCPS), must also complete the VCPS Expression of Interest Form at the same time.
Choose your program
RMIT offers both PhDs and Masters by Research degrees across a range of disciplines.
On average, the duration of a PhD is three to four years (or equivalent part time). A masters by research usually takes two years full time (or four years part time). International applicants on a student visa must enrol full time.
For applicants from Vietnam, the details are on the How to apply page for Vietnam.
Am I eligible?
To be eligible for admission to an RMIT University research program, you must:
Satisfy the University’s entry requirements for research programs (see the “Check your eligibility” section below); and
International applicants must also meet the minimum English language requirements (more information can be found below in the “Prepare your application section below).
- Visit the Research Programs webpage.
- Scroll down to the "Choose a study area" section and select your relevant study area. This will direct you to a new page.
- On the new page, scroll down to the "Explore our [discipline] courses and disciplines" section and click on the discipline you are applying for.
- In the "Choose a [discipline] course" section, select "International Students". If a pop-up appears saying “You're viewing program information for local students,” make sure to click "Switch to international content."
- Select the specific program you are applying for (e.g. PhD (Architecture & Design)). This will open the course information page.
- On the right side of the screen, locate the "EXPLORE" navigation menu that follows you as you scroll. Click on "Admissions" to jump to the entry requirements section.
- Within this section, click the fourth tab labeled "English language requirements."
- You will now see the specific English test score requirements accepted for your program.
To be successful you must demonstrate capacity to conduct independent research. Places are also subject to academic supervisor and resource availability, as well as suitability of the proposed research.
A note on sanctioned countries
If you live in a sanctioned country, please apply early to allow for your application to be reviewed with respect to applicable sanctions. You can view information on sanctioned countries here.
Students who live in a sanctioned country will be required to upload additional documentation when preparing their application.
Check your eligibility
Masters by Research
The minimum requirements for admission to a masters by research program are:
- a bachelor's degree requiring at least four (4) 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 subjects that constitute at least 25% of a full time (or part time equivalent) academic year. 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 (ADVC RT&D) 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.
Doctor of Philosophy
The minimum requirements for admission to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program are:
- a bachelor's degree requiring at least four (4) 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 subjects that constitute at least 25% of a full time (or part time equivalent) academic year. The applicant must have achieved at least a distinction average in the final year; or
- a master's degree that includes a research component comprised of at least 25% of a full time (or part time equivalent) academic year with an overall distinction average; or
- a master's degree without a research component with at least a high distinction average; or
- evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the ADVC RT&D 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 Distinction represents academic achievement of 70% or higher and a High Distinction is 80% or higher.
Identify your research project or research area
Applicants have the opportunity to align with a diverse range of exciting research projects or research areas, spanning a variety of critical research areas.
We offer a diverse range of projects and research areas from each of the RMIT schools and centres. You can browse current offerings here.
ONLY ONE EOI MAY BE SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION AT ONE TIME
When you apply online:
- to the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, you register your interest in up to three available projects applicable to the program for which you are applying for admission. You must also submit a statement indicating why you are interested in joining the projects you nominate.
- to the College of Business and Law, you select one research area and submit your own research proposal aligned to that research area.
- to the College of Design and Social Context (all social sciences, humanities and creative arts), you select one research area and submit your own research proposal aligned with that research area.
It is expected that you contact project leaders to discuss your research interests and identify supervisors willing to supervise your research prior to submitting your expression of interest (EOI).
Correspondence from your proposed supervisor indicating agreement to provide supervision should be uploaded to the application, along with a research proposal or statement of interest as outlined above.
It is important to take note of the College and program code a project belongs to as this information will be required when completing your EOI.
Propose your own research topic
Applicants to schools that do not have research projects available must propose their own research topic.
Similarly, applicants who are fully funded through an arrangement with an external sponsor may propose their own research topic.
When you propose your research topic, you must make sure it is aligned with at least one of RMIT’s identified research strengths which are largely defined through the University’s Enabling Impact Platforms.
It is also highly recommended that you review the research strengths in each school.
You should also look at the research interests of the University’s researchers.
When you propose your research topic, you are required to provide a research proposal that outlines the research you expect to undertake as part of your research degree.
Please observe the guidelines that the School of Graduate Research provides when writing your research proposal.
It is important you ensure that your application is submitted to the relevant school where your potential supervisor is located. Further details regarding Research programs are available via Study with us.
Explore costs and scholarships
See below for the fee structure for your Masters or PhD. We also offer scholarships to support candidates financially while they undertake research projects.
Costs and fees
| Fee information - local applicants | If you are an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or New Zealand citizen your place is automatically funded by the Research Training Program (RTP) by an RTP Fee Offset scholarship Local candidates are not required to pay tuition fees for the maximum duration of their program.This means a maximum of 2 years for a full-time Master by Research or 4 years for a PhD (or the equivalent part-time). |
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| Fee information - international applicants onshore | International onshore HDR fees Fees information for international candidates studying at RMIT's Melbourne campuses. |
| Fee information - international applicants offshore | International offshore HDR fees Fees for international candidates studying PhD and Masters by Research offshore with RMIT. |
| Student services and amenities fee (SSAF) | The student services and amenities fee is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience at RMIT. While international candidates are liable to pay the SSAF annually, from 1 January 2021 domestic research candidates will also be required to pay for the SSAF annually. |
Scholarships
Scholarship types |
There are two basic types of stipend scholarship that are made available through the research scholarship rounds. These are: Stipend scholarshipsInternational tuition fee scholarships
Scholarship applications from international applicants are automatically considered for both a stipend and the Tuition Fee Offset Scholarships. RMIT Vice Chancellor's PhD ScholarshipApplicants who would like to be considered for a Vice Chancellor's PhD Scholarship must also complete the VCPS Expression of Interest form. RMIT Indigenous HDR ScholarshipIf you identify as an Indigenous Australian, you are eligible to apply through the RMIT Indigenous HDR Scholarship category. Please note, these scholarships are subject to candidates registering with the Ngarara Willim Centre, RMIT’s dedicated support service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students RMIT Research Equity ScholarshipAdditional scholarship consideration is given if you are affected by a Disability or long term medical condition. If applying for this scholarship category, you are required to provide a detailed statement of your circumstances indicating how your past academic achievement has been affected by your condition. You are also required to attach to your application evidence of your condition from a health practitioner, by the scholarship closing date. |
Other research scholarships |
Please also check the range of scholarships made available through funded projects. |
Eligibility |
Applicants for an RMIT research scholarship must:
Additionally, international applicants must meet English requirements by the advertised scholarship application deadline. Competitive SelectionScholarships are awarded on the basis of a competitive selection process that ranks applicants according to their academic achievement, research outputs and relevant professional experience. Priority is given to applicants who:
Additionally:
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Terms and conditions |
See the HDR Scholarship Terms and Conditions for more information. |
Prepare your application
The application process
The process has two stages:
- Stage 1: Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Stage 2: Application
The EOI gathers just enough information about you for the University to assess your eligibility and consider the research you will undertake as part of your research program.
Creative practice schools may want to see your portfolio and interview you. The school to which you are applying will contact you if this is the case.
If your EOI is successful, you will be invited to complete and submit the rest of your application.
It may take up to four weeks for an outcome on your EOI, so make sure you submit your EOI well in advance of when you expect to commence study.
Application types and deadlines
Admission to research program only
- You may apply throughout the year for available monthly intake periods.
Admission to research program and scholarship
- You are expected to submit your EOI and full application by the advertised deadlines.
Scholarship only
- Available only if you are already enrolled in or have an offer of admission to an RMIT research program
You must submit your application by the advertised scholarship application deadline.
Required documentation checklist
Submit a scanned copy of a valid certified identification document with your photo (passport or equivalent).
Prospective candidates must apply using their full legal name (as reflected in their passport) or a valid identification document.
Your CV should clearly indicate the starting and end dates and country of all our education, work and research experiences. This can also include scholarships and awards, relevant employment, and publications/exhibitions/performances.
Publications where applicable should be included in your CV. You can only include publications that have been accepted, are in-press or have been published.
Supporting documents can include:
A copy of your CV/resume, Proof of acceptance or publication of peer reviewed article, or book/book chapter, copies of conference abstracts and the front pages (including contents page) for each publication.
Academic Transcripts
Provide scanned copies of your official academic transcripts for all completed qualifications.
Transcripts must display grades achieved during exam periods, along with dates corresponding to completed degrees.
Include an explanation of the scoring system (minimum and maximum grades), clearly indicating the passing threshold. This can be satisfied by providing the University with a grading scale from your institution(s).
Translation requirements
Academic records not written in English must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
Preferred translations are those made by NAATI-qualified translators or official translation services.
Currently completing awards
If you are still completing a qualification, upload a provisional degree certificate or a document from your institution confirming your current status.
Once completed, you must submit your final transcript and any examiners’ reports (if applicable).
Research Masters (Ungraded)
If you have completed an ungraded Research Masters, upload examiners’ reports along with your academic transcript (if available).
Support documents must include
- Certified copies of official academic transcripts showing all courses/units attempted, marks, and grades achieved.
- Degree certificates/testamurs from the awarding institution for all completed qualifications.
- An explanation of the grading schema, typically found on the back of your transcript, or a link to the university’s website providing this information.
Along with your research proposal, you will need to clearly indicate your proposed research title or area of interest. Please also specify the supervision team involved in your supervision team across both institutions.
Supporting documents required can include: Invitation to Apply, Research Proposal, Sponsorship/scholarship letter (where applicable).
Certified English Proficiency Certificate or other proof of English proficiency, if English is not your first language. Please not that "English as a first language" refers to being a citizen in a country that has English as their primary language. You can qualify as "English as a first language" if you are a citizen from any of the countries that are listed on our recognised qualifications page.
Note: If your English proficiency certificate is not yet available, you may attach evidence of your commitment to present a valid test (proof that you booked the test). Failure to submit a valid certificate that complies with the minimum criteria may lead to rejection of your application.
All applicants must meet RMIT’s English language Proficiency (ELP) requirements. English tests must be valid at the point of commencement.
Supporting documents required can include evidence of meeting ELP requirements, if applicable (e.g. test report form, letter from institution confirming studies were completed in English).
Ways in which you can meet English language proficiency requirements
A: Language Proficiency Test taken within the last 2 years, please view our English language proficiency test page for RMIT accepted tests.
- Visit the Research Programs webpage.
- Scroll down to the "Choose a study area" section and select your relevant study area. This will direct you to a new page.
- On the new page, scroll down to the "Explore our [discipline] courses and disciplines" section and click on the discipline you are applying for.
- In the "Choose a [discipline] course" section, select "International Students". If a pop-up appears saying “You're viewing program information for local students,” make sure to click "Switch to international content."
- Select the specific program you are applying for (e.g. PhD (Architecture & Design)). This will open the course information page.
- On the right side of the screen, locate the "EXPLORE" navigation menu that follows you as you scroll. Click on "Admissions" to jump to the entry requirements section.
- Within this section, click the fourth tab labeled "English language requirements."
- You will now see the specific English test score requirements accepted for your program.
B: Successful completion of a postgraduate qualification from an accredited university or institution where:
i. English was the medium of instruction and assessment of study, and
ii. the final year of university study was completed during the five years immediately prior to the commencement of study at RMIT University.
(you must attach a letter from your university that clearly indicates that medium of instruction was in English)
C: Successful completion of at least two years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) university study from an accredited university or institution where:
i. English was the medium of instruction and assessment of study, and
ii. the final year of university study was undertaken during the two years immediately prior to commencement at RMIT.
(you must attach a letter from your university that clearly indicates that medium of instruction was in English)
D: Evidence of professional experience and/or academic publications in English, such as:
i. sustained work for two years immediately prior to commencement at RMIT in a country where English is an official language
ii. authorship or co-authorship of at least two English language peer-reviewed journal articles or a book chapter written and published in English within the three years prior to commencement at RMIT.
(you must attach copies of your published papers)
Streamlined Student Visa Framework (SSVF) Statement of Purpose (SOP) document
You may be called on to provide a statement of purpose (SOP) document if you are from a sanctioned country or has been flagged by the Department of Home Affairs.
A Statement of Purpose (SOP) outlining the reason for wanting to apply for this program at RMIT University. Your SOP must also include the reasons you want to study this program.
You must use the Genuine Student Requirement Statement of Purpose template provided in the documents tab of your applicant portal. Once all sections have been answered, attach the completed and signed SOP to your application.
You should demonstrate detailed knowledge of the program, why it interests you and how you believe it will benefit your future. Please also include why you believe studying this program in Australia is more beneficial than studying it in your home country.
The SOP should also include a declaration that you have access to sufficient finances to cover the cost of tuition and living expenses for the duration of your program.
Some of the documents that are sent during your application must be certified.
When you apply through a RMIT-registered agent, they will send certified documents to RMIT University directly- so they may work with you on certifying documents as part of your application.
Key documents that require certification
- Grading scale (specifying the pass and/or grade required for the award of the qualification issued by institutions
- Work reference letter issued by the employer
- Discontinuation letter issued by the institutions
- Language of instruction letter issued by the institutions
- Passport, National ID Card or Driver’s License to prove your identity
- Australian Passport, Australian Birth Certificate, Australian Citizenship Certificate or Australian Visa Grant Notice to prove your Australian citizenship or Australian residency status
Trusted people to certify copies
To submit a copy of a document, you need to get a trusted person to verify that the copy you’re providing is an accurate reflection of the original. They would do this by sighting the original document, checking that the copy aligns to the original, then certifying each page (this is important) of the documentation.
They should do this by making each page of the copy includes:
- a statement or a stamp that shows the certifier has seen the original documents by using words like 'certified true copy of the original' or 'original sighted'
- the date
- the certifier's signature, full name, organisation stamp, and position title (unless the certifier is a RMIT-registered agent).
For documents submitted from outside Australia, the following people are trusted:
- solicitor
- commissioner for declarations
- government official
- public notary
- university staff from your previous university (head of department, dean, registrar or other authorised delegate).
Documents certified by:
- RMIT staff members or RMIT-registered agents ARE accepted
- Postal managers or independent/catholic school principals are NOT accepted.
A letter of financial guarantee is only applicable if you are an international applicant being sponsored to come to RMIT to complete your research degree.
I want to transfer to RMIT from another University
To apply
- Apply online using the standard form
- Indicate that you wish to transfer to RMIT from another university
- Provide a statement from your previous university which outlines the details of your previous enrolment and status of your candidature
Transfers with remaining periods of candidature of less than 12 months are only approved in exceptional circumstances.
If admitted, you will be asked to complete the RMIT milestones such as Confirmation of Candidature or the Mid-Candidature Review. You may be exempt from completing these milestones at RMIT if you can provide evidence that you have already completed these milestones and they are deemed equivalent to the standard of milestones completed at RMIT.
I am already enrolled in a research degree at RMIT and want to transfer to another research degree
To apply
- Apply online using the standard form
- Indicate that you are already enrolled at RMIT and wish to transfer to another degree.
I intend to complete my study as part of a CRTA
Collaborative Research Training Agreements (CRTA) – Cotutelle Agreements and Collaborative PhD Agreements
Joint PhD partnerships involve co-enrolment and supervision of HDR candidates leading to a joint award, or awards, from both partners.
RMIT Collaborative PhD partnerships involve partner organisation hosting and co-supervising RMIT research candidates with single enrolment in the RMIT PhD.
Accepting your offer
You can accept your offer and complete the payment (if applicable) via the application portal.
Your acceptance will be processed when you have made payment of your deposit (if applicable) and when you have fulfilled the full list of conditions as outlined in your offer letter.
The payment should include tuition deposit, and if applicable, your OSHC and ELICOS tuition fees and enrolment fee. Your offer letter will outline the amount needed to pay. If the other letter states the “Total deposit to be paid” as $0, you do not need to provide payment.
To accept your offer, please follow the steps below carefully:
- Log in to the Application Portal.
Use your login credentials to access your application. - Locate your application and click on ‘Actions’.
This will bring up a menu of available options for your application. - Select ‘Respond to Offer’.
This option allows you to view and respond to the details of your offer. - Click ‘Accept Offer’.
You will now begin the acceptance process. - Review all the provided information carefully:
- Personal Details: Ensure your name, date of birth, and contact details are correct.
- Identification: Verify that the details of your identification document (e.g., passport number, expiry date) are accurate.
- Documents: Upload any outstanding or additional documents that may be required to finalise your admission. You can find these outstanding documents listed in the conditions section of your offer, please refer to the offer letter to understand what documents are required.
- Confirm your acceptance:
Tick the declaration box and enter your full name as confirmation. - International students – OSHC selection:
Choose the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) payment option as indicated in your offer letter.- If your offer includes OSHC, select the option accordingly.
- If your offer does not include OSHC, you must choose "I have arranged my own health cover" and upload supporting evidence of your cover.
- Click the green ‘Accept Offer’ button.
A pop-up message will appear asking "Are you sure you are ready to accept this offer?"
Click OK to confirm.
Important note for CRTA and scholarship-funded candidates:
If you are receiving a centrally funded scholarship or are part of a Competitive Research Training Award (CRTA), your offer may not require a deposit payment. In this case, you will still need to complete the offer acceptance steps in the Application Portal, but you will not be prompted to make a payment.
If your offer indicates “Total deposit to be paid: $0” and you are funded through a CRTA, or receiving a centrally awarded scholarship, you are still required to:
- Follow the acceptance steps outlined above
- Upload any required documents
- Select the OSHC option applicable to your situation
- If you are part of a CRTA, select “I have arranged my own health cover” and upload your offer letter as evidence/supporting document. This step is necessary to progress through the system without triggering a payment request. Although this selection may not reflect your actual OSHC arrangements, it allows the system to recognise your scholarship support and proceed with your acceptance. Please be assured that we will support you with your health cover arrangements as per your scholarship entitlements.
You will not be prompted to make any payment. Once you complete the acceptance process, your offer will be processed accordingly without a deposit.
Need to defer your offer?
If you are unable to commence your research program by the date listed in your offer letter, you must contact the School of Graduate Research (SGR) as soon as possible, ideally before your research commencement date.
You must request a deferral within one month of your original research commencement date. If you do not do this, your offer will lapse, which may impact your visa and scholarship eligibility.
Additionally, RMIT will proceed with the cancellation of electronic Confirmation of Enrolment’s (eCoEs) for candidates who do not commence as scheduled.
You must reach an agreement with your senior supervisor on a revised research commencement date. The supervisor must confirm this agreement via email to SGR in order for your deferral to be processed.
If you are an international student and your deferral pushes your new start date beyond the validity period of your English test results, you may need to retake the test to meet admission requirements.
Review your offer conditions, including any funding or scholarship arrangements, to ensure they remain valid for the new proposed start date.
Submit your deferral request through one of these three channels :
- Through your existing application in the Student Portal if your offer acceptance HAS NOT yet been processed by SGR ,OR
- Alternatively, if your offer acceptance has already been processed, please locate the email titled: “You have accepted your RMIT graduate research degree offer” and reply to that email with your deferral request, OR
- If you have any further concerns or issues regarding your deferral request, you can also submit an enquiry via ServiceNow. Please use the title 'DEFERRAL REQUEST' in the 'Description of Enquiry' field.
SGR will process your deferral once your supervisor has confirmed the revised commencement date. You will receive formal confirmation once this process is complete, along with an updated offer letter and eCoE.
Please note that changes to commencement dates involve a rigorous process and typically require a minimum of 10 working days to finalise. As there are several interdependent steps, it is essential that all updated commencement dates and related recommendations are communicated to SGR by supervisors. These must be supported by a thorough evaluation of personal circumstances, project readiness, and the availability of resources and facilities.
Unless there are exceptional circumstances, supported by the supervisor, we are unable to amend commencement dates to accommodate early visa approvals. Please be aware that students are not permitted to travel earlier than the date specified on their eCoE.
Important: Commencement dates and early arrival
Your commencement date is a critical point of coordination between your enrolment, visa conditions, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
Students must not arrive in Australia before the date listed on their eCoE, as you may not be covered by OSHC prior to this date.
Suggested commencement dates must be informed by:
- Personal readiness
- Project supervision availability
- Access to university facilities
- Visa timelines
If you are granted your visa earlier than expected, you are not automatically permitted to commence earlier. Early commencement requires a justified reason, and must be supported by your supervisor and HDR Delegated Authority (DA) and will be reviewed and approved by SGR.
What to do if your eCOE has been cancelled
Your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) will be cancelled if you do not arrive in Australia by the commencement date listed on your eCoE, in which case you will need to request a deferral of your offer.
To do this, please follow the deferral procedure outlined above.
Ensure that you contact the School of Graduate Research (SGR) as soon as possible and agree on a new start date with your senior supervisor, who must confirm this by email. Then submit your deferral request via ServiceNow. Once/if approved, you’ll receive a new offer and eCoE to use for your next visa application.
What if your eCoE is cancelled but you are already travelling or about to depart?
We understand that in some cases, students only discover their eCoE has been cancelled after booking flights or even while already en route to Australia.
If you find yourself in this situation:
- Do not panic – SGR can support you through this process
- Contact SGR immediately via Service Now
- Clearly state your issue and travel status (e.g., in transit, already arrived, etc.)
- Attach your original eCoE and any communication received about the cancellation
- Do not attempt to enter Australia on a student visa linked to a cancelled eCoE, as this may result in being denied entry at the border
- If you are already in Australia, please notify SGR immediately and await further instructions. Your visa status will need to be reviewed to determine next steps
- Do not attend campus until you receive confirmation from SGR about your enrolment status
SGR will assess your situation urgently and advise on possible next steps. In some cases, you may be required to leave the country and reapply for a new visa using an updated eCoE. In others, options may be available depending on your visa conditions and enrolment status.
Have you already accepted your offer, but want to defer?
If you have already accepted your offer, we will need to request the deferral on your behalf. To defer your offer, we require written approval from the Senior Supervisor and the Delegated Authority of the School.
A deferral is not guaranteed and will depend on supervisor availability, the requirements of the research project and when research methods subjects are available.
If approved, you will be issued with a new offer of admission that you’ll need to accept. Typically, only 3 deferrals are permissible, up to a maximum of 12 months from the original intake period.
What happens after an offer is accepted?
You will receive an email notification when we have received your acceptance.
If you plan to apply for a student visa, you will need a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). RMIT will process your acceptance, make your CoE available and notify you when it’s ready. This can take up to five working days.
Once your CoE is available, you can access it online.
Depending on your situation you may be required to submit additional documents to receive your CoE.
You can submit the additional documents required online or by replying to the offer email.
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