Our reputation for research excellence is underpinned by our commitment to connect students to the real world application of new knowledge and innovation. Illuminate your future with unparalleled access to industry collaborators, world-class facilities and the support of our community of highly cited scholars.
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Make a difference by working on projects that solve critical global problems.
Advance your specialist practice as you work on real-world projects and forge connection with industry leaders through our PhD programs.
Develop your skills and undertake comprehensive independent research under the supervision of an expert academic.
Johanne Trippas is a PhD researcher in Computer Science at RMIT University. With the support from her supervisors, she works toward developing a sophisticated conversational search system.
Follow RMIT PhD candidate Joseph La Delfa’s second year of research as he explores the use of drones for Tai Chi meditation by developing an interactive, human-drone experience - DroneChi.
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Acknowledgement of Country
RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.
