RGIT, short for Royal Greenhill Institute of Technology, is a private vocational college rather than a university. Its Melbourne campus is in the CBD and teaches nationally recognised certificates and diplomas, mainly in information technology, leadership and management, and hospitality. Courses are short and practical. Students usually arrive wanting a job-ready qualification, or a cheaper first step before further study.
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Official website: rgit.edu.au
Private registered training organisation
Certificates, diplomas and advanced diplomas
Melbourne CBD
A$9,000 – A$15,000
International students, VET certificates and diplomas
A$28,000 – A$34,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on rgit.edu.au before you apply.
Diploma of Information Technology
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Advanced Diploma of Information Technology
Advanced DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Diploma of Leadership and Management
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Diploma of Hospitality Management
DiplomaDuration
12 Months
Intake
Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Exam Score
IELTS: 5.5
Nationally recognised IT and management diplomas.
Short courses, most finishing in about a year.
Tuition well below Melbourne university prices.
IT graduates start in help desk, support and junior network roles.
Management graduates often move into supervisor or team-leader positions.
Some students use a diploma for credit toward a bachelor's degree elsewhere.
Undergrad
Several a year
Postgrad
Several a year
Classes are in the CBD, so the free tram zone covers most of the trips you'll make between class, the State Library and Flinders Street station.
Rent is where the money goes. Students share houses in Footscray, Sunshine or Brunswick and shop at the Queen Victoria Market. Visa holders can work 48 hours a fortnight during term.
CoE from RGIT
Proof of funds for fees and living
Overseas Student Health Cover
English test at required level
Genuine Student statement
Valid passport and health check
RGIT takes applications through the year. Aim to apply three months before your chosen start so there is enough time for the offer, the CoE and the visa decision.
There are several intakes a year, roughly one per quarter. Confirm the exact Melbourne dates with the college or your agent.
You'll apply for a subclass 500 Student visa using the CoE from RGIT. Have your OSHC policy, financial evidence and Genuine Student answers ready before you start the online form.
The IT diplomas are the most common choice, followed by leadership and management and hospitality management. Entry usually needs Year 12 or equivalent and IELTS 5.5 or an equivalent test.
Private vocational colleges rarely offer full scholarships. Ask RGIT about any fee discounts or payment plans running for your intake.
