The MBC information booklet - RMIT University

14.6.5 Why are the
labs so
packed when
assignments
are due?
14.6.6 Should I keep
a copy of any
assignment I
submit?
14.7 At Risk
14.7.1 What does it
mean to be “at
risk”?
14.7.2 What is an “at
risk” letter?
14.8 Awards
14.8.1 What awards
can I obtain as
part of my
program?
14.8.2 How do I
obtain a
degree/award
with
‘Distinction’?
Chapter 14: Frequently asked questions
This is because everyone seems to delay doing their assignments until the last minute.
This is not a good idea. Murphy’s Law will invariably imply that a machine will go down on
the day before an assignment is due. This is normal. Machines go down. Your schedule
should accommodate this scenario. The moral: start early, finish early!
In a word, “yes”. Always keep a separate electronic copy of all assignments submitted.
“At Risk” students are defined as any of the following:
• Anyone who has on two occasions failed the same major course within the program
• Anyone who fails (or is likely to fail as identified from their mid-year progress) the
equivalent of 50% or more of their total credit point enrolment in one academic year
• Anyone whose progress through a program is likely to lead to failure to complete
within the maximum time limit
Students identified as being “at risk” are sent a letter by the School inviting them to attend
an interview regarding their academic performance.
The discussion and outcome of that interview will be documented. Students will be sent a
follow-up letter advising of the outcome of the interview and possibility of exclusion if
academic performance does not improve. Students will be advised of the various
assistance options available to them.
For more information on the University’s academic policies and procedures on this matter,
go to http://www.rmit.edu.au/corporate-governance , click “RMIT Policies” and then
“students” to check the “Student Progress” section.
Within most of the Masters programs you can obtain intermediate awards such as a
Graduate Certificate (after completing 4 approved courses) or a Graduate Diploma (after
completing 8 approved courses). Graduate Diploma students can also obtain a Graduate
Certificate within their program.
Your enrolment will remain active even though you have obtained the award providing you
are still enrolled in the ‘parent’ program.
Students should refer to individual program plans to determine which are ‘approved’
courses to obtain their intermediate award.
Students who obtain an average result of 75 or more, including any failed results when
applying for a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma are eligible for an ‘Award with
Distinction’.
There is no Master with Distinction.
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