The AFI Research Collection is a specialist film and television industry resource open to the public. The collection’s scope is worldwide, with a focus on the Australian screen. It was originally created by the Australian Film Institute (AACTA) in the 1970s. Since 2002 the collection has been housed at RMIT University.  It comprises curated newspaper clippings files, books, journals, film and television scripts, directories, reports, promotional material, film stills, poster and film festival catalogues.

The RMIT Design Archives actively collects material relating to Melbourne design from the twentieth century onwards, and is an integral part of a vibrant research centre in the heart of the city. Both digital and material, the collections represent historical and contemporary practices which tell the story of Melbourne as a design city, and provide the resources and support for research into Melbourne’s designed environment, design professions and practices.

The RMIT Art Collection reflects the broad mission of the University, provides a cultural resource for staff, students and the community, and serves as an educational and research resource to the University. For more than 125 years, it has served as a source of inspiration, encompassing some of the finest examples of modern and contemporary art in Australia.