Master's Degree Social Sciences & Psychology Full Time

Master of Information Management

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

077511G

CRICOS provider code

00122A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$105,600 total

Per year

A$52,800/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Information Management at RMIT University in Melbourne focuses on building expertise in managing information and digital content across libraries, archives, museums, and corporate settings. Students cover subjects such as data curation, knowledge organisation, digital preservation, and the ethical management of information, with an emphasis on how technology shapes contemporary information practices. Coursework includes both traditional and digital information management, reflecting demand in Australia’s libraries, heritage institutions, and businesses.

This two-year degree typically comprises 16 units of study, each with a set number of credit points. The curriculum is structured over four semesters, allowing students to tailor their focus towards areas like archives, records management, or librarianship. Most master's students complete a capstone project or research thesis in their final year, applying what they've learned to a real-world scenario or in-depth topic relevant to the Australian context. Work-integrated learning is a valuable part of the course, and students often undertake professional placements in Victorian libraries, museums, government departments, or private sector organisations.

Students build skills in critical analysis, project management, client service, and emerging technologies relevant to information practice. The course suits those with an interest in organising knowledge, supporting communities, or leading digital transformation in information industries. Applicants should check the official RMIT University page for up-to-date details on course structure and English language requirements.

International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while studying, and after completing the degree, may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Librarian in public, academic, or special libraries
Records manager in government, corporate, or non-profit sectors
Archivist in museums, cultural heritage organisations, or state archives
Knowledge or information manager in private firms
Digital content specialist with technology and consulting firms
Heritage or information officer in universities and research organisations

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Information Management at RMIT University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$105,600 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Librarian in public, academic, or special librariesRecords manager in government, corporate, or non-profit sectorsArchivist in museums, cultural heritage organisations, or state archivesKnowledge or information manager in private firmsDigital content specialist with technology an...

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