RMIT University

RMIT University A university of technology, design and enterprise. CRICOS: 00122A RMIT is a global university of technology, design and enterprise.

One of Australia's original tertiary institutions, RMIT University enjoys an international reputation for excellence in professional and vocational education, applied research, and engagement with the needs of industry and the community. RMIT is a world leader in Art and Design; Architecture and the Built Environment; Engineering; Accounting and Finance; and Business and Management Studies.

We're investing in health 🩺 Last week, we announced an investment of $30 million to bolster our health and care capabili...
01/06/2026

We're investing in health 🩺

Last week, we announced an investment of $30 million to bolster our health and care capability and meet critical skills needs in Victoria. 🏥

We'll use the funds to upgrade existing infrastructure, deliver new equipment and build on our Bundoora campus' state-of-the-art technology so that our students have access to simulated real-world medical environments where they can develop the skills they need to be job ready. 🩻

28/05/2026

The government is introducing the News Bargaining Incentive, a proposal to address the power imbalance between big tech and news organisations. But while journalism and media experts support the intentions of the proposal, they are also warning it doesn’t go far enough. 📰

Our very own has been voted by the people as the BEST PUB IN VICTORIA at the Australian Hotels Association State Awards...
21/05/2026

Our very own has been voted by the people as the BEST PUB IN VICTORIA at the Australian Hotels Association State Awards for Excellence. 🍻
 
Pouring pints for 170 years, The Oxy is one of the few university bars still alive in Melbourne. 🏙️

As Australia prepares for the flu season, researchers have discovered why influenza can lead to life-threatening complic...
21/05/2026

As Australia prepares for the flu season, researchers have discovered why influenza can lead to life-threatening complications during pregnancy.

Sound waves create a mist that can act like a ‘plant sunscreen’! 🔊🌿 Researchers have developed a new way to coat fragile...
20/05/2026

Sound waves create a mist that can act like a ‘plant sunscreen’! 🔊🌿 Researchers have developed a new way to coat fragile surfaces (like plant leaves) using high-frequency sound waves and created a fine mist that can act like a plant sunscreen!

Conventional coating techniques often require high temperatures or harsh chemicals making them unsuitable for delicate surfaces such as living tissue, soft plastics or emerging electronic materials. Using soundwaves, researchers were able to form and deposit a UV-blocking layer coating within minutes without heating or damaging the surface. 🎉

18/05/2026

Experience tech rarely available to the public, including 360° virtual reality motion simulation, 3D holographic screens, motion capture suits and more for FREE as part of Melbourne Design Week.
 
‘Playable XR’ showcases cutting edge interactive work and digital design by RMIT students that is rarely available to the public.

From ages 26 to 68 and hailing from across the globe, we're so proud of the 73 PhD graduates who had their degrees confe...
14/05/2026

From ages 26 to 68 and hailing from across the globe, we're so proud of the 73 PhD graduates who had their degrees conferred at Storey Hall this week. 🎓

We can't wait to see you share your learning with the world 🌎 Congratulations. 🎉

Presenting the winners of the 2026 EVERAU student design award for sheepskin shoemaking 🐑 👞Our Bachelor of Fashion Desig...
13/05/2026

Presenting the winners of the 2026 EVERAU student design award for sheepskin shoemaking 🐑 👞

Our Bachelor of Fashion Design students were invited to reimagine one of Australia's most recognisable cultural objects, the sheep skin boot, with the winning designs progressing into production.

Congratulations to the winning students, Madeleine Graham, Lydie Taylor, Harrison Spunner and Tianyin Yang.

Congratulations to our newest PhD graduates! Over 70 doctoral candidates are set to graduate at the Doctoral Degrees Gra...
12/05/2026

Congratulations to our newest PhD graduates! Over 70 doctoral candidates are set to graduate at the Doctoral Degrees Graduation Ceremony at Storey Hall today.

Tune in to the livestream from 3pm Melbourne-time: https://www.youtube.com/live/5CRHE0PNT_4

11/05/2026

Cemeteries are public spaces, so how can we make the ones we rarely visit more inviting?

That’s the question central to PhD graduate Isabel Lasala’s research, which explores the transformation of forgotten places into meaningful environments that respectfully engage with death, memory and urban evolution.

Isabel will graduate at our 2026 Doctoral Degrees Graduation Ceremony in Melbourne this Wednesday.

We're thrilled to share highlights from RMIT students, staff and alumni at the tenth annual Melbourne Design Week. This...
08/05/2026

We're thrilled to share highlights from RMIT students, staff and alumni at the tenth annual Melbourne Design Week.

This year’s theme, ‘Design the world you want’, explores the various ways design practices influence everyday life and culture.

As National Gallery of Victoria's 'Futures Partner', 30+ RMIT projects will feature in the 11 day program, showcasing the future of food, fitness, furniture, architecture and more.

Driven by her lifelong commitment to sustainability, PhD graduate Zhe has developed a powerful computing model that is s...
07/05/2026

Driven by her lifelong commitment to sustainability, PhD graduate Zhe has developed a powerful computing model that is set to revolutionise how we upgrade and improve our homes.

The model takes a holistic approach by assessing energy consumption, carbon emissions and capital cost and will help inform homeowners and policymakers on how to make smarter decisions about upgrading existing houses for a low‑carbon future.

It will allow users to simulate an existing home and test different retrofit options such as wall insulation, double-glazed windows or improved flooring to see which packages deliver a strongest overall performance across all three objectives.

“If we can improve existing houses at scale, we can make a meaningful contribution to national emissions targets whilst also improving the quality of life for households across Australia and beyond, ” said Zhe.

RMIT is a living part of the city and Greater Melbourne. Our newly launched Living Places Plan is a flexible, responsiv...
30/04/2026

RMIT is a living part of the city and Greater Melbourne.

Our newly launched Living Places Plan is a flexible, responsive guide to help us make decisions about the space we occupy that best meet the evolving needs of our students, staff and the communities we serve.

From precinct activation initiatives to programming and partnerships, minor upgrades and major campus developments, the plan puts community, innovation and sustainability first, while allowing us to respond to needs not yet visible.

As part of the launch, we’ve opened the Living Places Exchange, a physical space designed to lift the plan off the page and bring the vision and goals to life.

It showcases a rotating selection of RMIT’s learning, teaching and research with real-world impact on shaping our places.

To find out more visit: https://brnw.ch/21x23Co

Pursuing his passion at the intersection of engineering, biology and care, PhD graduate Vijay Sisarwal is developing a p...
30/04/2026

Pursuing his passion at the intersection of engineering, biology and care, PhD graduate Vijay Sisarwal is developing a plant-based biodegradable implant coating that helps support natural healing.

Traditional implants often don’t break down and therefore require secondary surgeries to be removed. This can lead to complications, including infection. The materials and coatings Vijay is researching are designed to support the natural healing process and then safely degrade, once their job is done.

“The idea of designing materials that safely degrade within the body while promoting tissue regeneration felt both scientifically challenging and socially meaningful,” said Vijay, who will graduate among 70+ PhD students at the 2026 Doctoral Degrees Graduation on 13 May.

Ever give yourself the ick thinking about how many germs exist on your phone?  🤢 RMIT researchers are working on a futur...
29/04/2026

Ever give yourself the ick thinking about how many germs exist on your phone?  🤢 RMIT researchers are working on a future where you don’t have to worry about that. 

Researchers have developed a thin plastic film that tears apart viruses on contact, offering a promising new way to keep high touch surfaces such as smartphones and hospital equipment from spreading disease!

The plastic surface is textured with ultra-fine structures (nanopillars) that grab and stretch the outer shell of the virus so that it ruptures, killing the virus through mechanical force. 

Unlike earlier studies on antiviral coatings, this research shows stretching rather than skewering viruses leads to a more effective kill.

The Matildas' success and growing national momentum has lead to a surge in girls soccer participation. 🦘 Now, new resear...
27/04/2026

The Matildas' success and growing national momentum has lead to a surge in girls soccer participation. 🦘

Now, new research has linked this growth to meaningful social and mental health benefits for teenage girls. ⚽️

In a new project, conducted by RMIT researchers with North Geelong Warriors FC captured the voices of players, parents and club officials to better understand the role of grassroots sport in adolescent wellbeing.

The findings point to a clear link between a sense of team belonging to positive mental health outcomes said research lead, Associate Professor Bronwyn Coate.

Players who reported a stronger sense of belonging were more likely to experience lower anxiety, stronger peer relationships, and higher levels of life satisfaction, meaning and purpose. The research found that wellbeing outcomes were consistent across different levels of competition, from community teams through to Community Premier League.

"In adolescence, having multiple social circles is really protective for mental health. The girls talked about their teammates as a 'second family'. That sense of belonging is incredibly powerful," said Coate.

🔗 Read more at the link below

Resist the forbidden jello! It’s actually a rapid colour-changing test that can distinguish between different strains of...
20/04/2026

Resist the forbidden jello! It’s actually a rapid colour-changing test that can distinguish between different strains of golden staph including those likely to be virulent and antibiotic resistant.  🤯
 
Researchers developed a test using tiny gold particles that behave like artificial enzymes (nanozymes) combined with short DNA molecular binders to create colour “fingerprints” unique to each strain. These fingerprints can help separate high-risk strains from others and inform next steps of care.

Huge congratulations to the RMIT University Vietnam Class of 2026 who took to the stage at our Hanoi and Saigon South ca...
20/04/2026

Huge congratulations to the RMIT University Vietnam Class of 2026 who took to the stage at our Hanoi and Saigon South campuses last week. 🎉

We’re in awe of your hard work and dedication. 🎓

You made it. you should be so proud. ❤️

Congratulations to RMIT Architecture alumnus Steven Chu, Grand Prize winner of the International NOT A HOTEL Design Comp...
17/04/2026

Congratulations to RMIT Architecture alumnus Steven Chu, Grand Prize winner of the International NOT A HOTEL Design Competition 2026.

The Founder and Creative Director of Artefact Architects won top prize for his design, 'Sound of Rain' - selected from over 1000 entries by 4250 participants across 112 countries.

Proposed for the UNESCO World Heritage Yakushima Island in Japan, Steven’s design embraces the constant rainfall on the island.

“I see the rain not as something to be managed, but the ground condition from which architecture begins. Rain becomes a collaborator that defines structure, ritual, and experience, with the architecture existing as a threshold between shelter and atmosphere, collective memory and inhabitation,” he said.

Steven graduated from RMIT with a Master of Architecture with Distinction in 2011 and currently teaches RMIT Master of Architecture Design Studios and supervises Major Project students in their thesis semester.

“It has been a privilege to be part of the School of Architecture and Urban Design as a student and as a sessional teaching staff member since 2018, and I’m incredibly grateful for RMIT’s support throughout the years – I wouldn’t be where I am today without it. This is a shared success” he said.

🔗 Read more about Sound of Rain and Artefact Architects at the link below.

Building 4 in all its glory. ☀️
17/04/2026

Building 4 in all its glory. ☀️

We were thrilled to have celebrated children's author Allison Lester speak to our Masters of Teaching Practice (Primary ...
16/04/2026

We were thrilled to have celebrated children's author Allison Lester speak to our Masters of Teaching Practice (Primary Education) students about creative process and storytelling.

The author, known for her beloved works including 'Are We There Yet?' and 'Magic Beach' shared insights into her creative and professional life and how reading and hearing stories helps to shape children's lives.

🔗 Read more at the link below.

We're thrilled to return to Melbourne Design Week (MDW) as National Gallery of Victoria's 'Futures Partner', reaffirming...
15/04/2026

We're thrilled to return to Melbourne Design Week (MDW) as National Gallery of Victoria's 'Futures Partner', reaffirming RMIT's commitment to nurturing the next generation of design practitioners, thinkers and leaders.

RMIT's students, academics and alumni play a critical role in Melbourne's design ecosystem, and the tenth annual MDW will see 30+ RMIT-affiliated projects featured in the 11-day program, showcasing the future of food, fitness, furniture, architecture and more.

🔗 Explore the RMIT projects at the link below.

We’re proud to celebrate RMIT School of Fashion & Textiles’ partnership with Koori Heritage Trust Inc on the Blak Design...
10/04/2026

We’re proud to celebrate RMIT School of Fashion & Textiles’ partnership with Koori Heritage Trust Inc on the Blak Design program, showcased through the ‘Treading Lightly’ exhibition, on now at Birrarung Building Fed Square until 17 May 2026.

The exhibition is the outcome of the fifth iteration of Blak Design, which supports Victorian First Nations artists and designers in strengthening their individual practice through mentorship and skills development, while fostering dynamic cross-disciplinary collaboration.

38+ fashion and textile works are showcased, alongside accompanying accessories, designed and produced by Clinton Hayden (Wiradjuri), Kylie Colemane (Darug, Wiradjuri), Vicki Burgess (Moonbird People), Megan Paine (Kuku Yalanji), Jasmine-Skye Marinos (Arrernte, Luritja, Pitjantjatjara, Kaytej, Warumungu & Pitta Pitta) and Luke Morgan (Yorta Yorta, Wiradjuri, Baraba Baraba/Barapa Barapa).

Visit the exhibit at the link in the comments.

Image Credit:

Installation view of ‘Treading Lightly’, Koorie Heritage Trust, 7 March - 17 May 2026. Photo by Christian Capurro, 2026.

08/04/2026

Is your city getting it wrong when it comes to trees? 🪾

Heatwaves are becoming increasingly frequent, especially in urban areas where heat is amplified by lots of concrete and asphalt. Luckily, there’s a simple antidote: Trees 🌳🏙️🌳

Trees do a great job at protecting us from the extreme heat our cities face, but only when there’s lots of them and they’re well cared for. ☀️

Dr Thami Croesser from our Centre for Urban Research took us through the three hurdles cities face when it comes to urban forestry. 🌆🍃

31/03/2026

From Chappell Roan to Gargamel, here are the RMIT Midsumma Pride March contingent’s q***r icons 🏳️‍🌈 Let us know who we’ve missed in the comments!

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