From the workshop to the world market

RMIT University was established in 1887 to serve the needs of Melbourne’s economy. More than 120 years on, the University’s mission remains the same in spirit – but dramatically different in scope. Today, RMIT is a global university of technology, with an engagement with industry on a scale to match.

From the design of curriculum to applied research, the University works with domestic and international partners to equip students with the state-of-the-art knowledge that enables them to excel in their chosen professions.

Engaging with industry and community is a dialogue. RMIT seeks advice and input from industry leaders, in order to provide value in the many areas of engagement: skill development, work placements, applied research, consultancies and more.

RMIT’s partners include sectoral trend-setters such as Siemens, Pacific Brands, Airbus, Volkswagen, Bioproperties Australia, City of Hume, China Power, Guess, Alcoa, Baulderstone Hornibrook and Boeing.

A central component of this strategy is a commitment to Work Integrated Learning. About half higher education and vocational coursework programs include an assessed element of professional or vocational work in a work context.

This may be real or simulated, at RMIT or in a workplace, but feedback from clients and others from industry and community is always integral to the experience.

As part of its approach, RMIT has identified five broad industry sectors as the focus for advancing strategic partnerships in education and research. They are:

• Aerospace and aviation
• Automotive
• Built environment, construction and infrastructure
• Health and community services
• Media and communications

RMIT holds regular industry forums in each sector, where senior University staff can received detailed feedback from industry executives about trends in skills formation and research priorities.

Find out how work placements can work for students, staff and industry

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Latest industry engagement news

	Celebrating tomorrow's business leaders More than 500 students, industry representatives and guests attended the annual RMIT University Business Prize Giving Ceremony. 14/05/2012
	Victorian MPs honour PhD student An RMIT University student was recognised for her research into employment clusters within the Victorian tourism industry at the recent "MPs 4 Tourism 2012" event. 10/05/2012
	RMIT launches Accounting Students Association A cocktail function was held recently to launch the RMIT Accounting Students Association (ASA). 08/05/2012