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Deakin University aims to be Australia’s most progressive university – relevant, innovative and responsive in all its
activities. Scholastic excellence, top quality research, industry partnerships and tailored courses are some of the
reasons why students all over the world choose Deakin University.

The Deakin Advantage

• A quality degree: Deakin University’s degrees are recognized by universities and industries worldwide
• Courses are structured to industry needs
• First Australian university to win University of the Year award twice
• Multiple pathway options
• Medical School now open
• More than 6,000 international students from 80 countries enrolled at Deakin
• Diverse teaching environments with a campus in metropolitan Melbourne and regional campuses in Geelong and
  Warrnambool
• Student-centered University, dedicated to providing students with support, advice and encouragement.

Support Services

All international students have access to a range of support services:

• Career advice
• Study skills assistance
• Peer support
• Health-care
• Counselling and personal development services
• Accommodation support
• Financial assistance

Deakin Courses

Courses are offered from bachelor to doctoral level, in traditional disciplines such as Arts and Science, in newer
fields such as Sport, Environment and Nutrition, and in professional fields such as Architecture, Law, Engineering,
Nursing, Teaching, Psychology, Business, Accounting and Medicine.

Deakin’s School of Medicine was established in response to acute doctor shortages in rural and regional areas of
Australia. The distinctive medical program contributes to the health and well being of Australians by producing
doctors who are fully qualified, broadly skilled and ready to pursue a career as a specialist or General
Practitioner. Deakin’s Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (BMBS) has a strong science foundation and an
emphasis on the early development of clinical and procedural skills. Students seeking admission to this four-year,
graduate-entry program must complete an undergraduate degree prior to entry.

Deakin’s flexible courses allow students to choose specialist areas and tailor their degree for maximum employment
opportunities. Through Deakin’s strong links with government and industry, internships and work placements are
available, ensuring that graduates are job-ready and in demand.

Campuses and Facilities at Deakin University

Deakin’s campuses in Melbourne, Geelong and Warrnambool have a strong community feeling and provide a supportive
study environment. With small class sizes, students have easy access to lecturers and facilities. Libraries on each
campus provide the latest electronic information services for access to major Australian and international research
collections.

Faculty List

• Arts
• Education – Master of Teaching
• Humanities & Social Sciences
• Business
• Law
• Health
• Nutrition Sciences
• Medicine
• Occupational Therapy
• Science & Technology
• Architecture & Building
• Engineering
• Information Technology
• Higher Degree Research

Deakin University latest news

Deakin University Improves in THE World University Rankings 2020

Deakin has improved its position in the latest Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings, climbing inside the top 350. The 2020 rankings,  reveal Deakin improved one band to 301-350, up from 351-400 in 2019.

The THE index ranks universities across five performance indicators: teaching (the learning environment), research (volume, income and reputation), citations (research influence), international outlook (staff, students and research) and industry income (knowledge transfer).

Deakin Vice-Chancellor Professor Iain Martin said the University’s strong position in the rankings demonstrates a proven commitment to excellence through education and research. …

Deakin University Scoops Three AFR Higher Education Awards

has won three prestigious AFR Higher Education Awards including anthropologist Professor Emma Kowal being jointly named Emerging Leader with Dr Christian Moro from Bond University.

The 2019 Australian Financial Review (AFR) Higher Education Awards were held on Tuesday 27 August, in Brisbane.

Deakin’s HSBC Blue Carbon Citizen Science Program shared the Industry Engagement award and Deakin Indian Research Initiative (DIRI), won the International Education award. Deakin RIOT Lab Enabling Effective Cloud and Located Learning was also a finalist in the Education Technology award category. …

Deakin University Launches First Professional Practice Master’s For Engineers

and Engineers Australia will today launch an Australian-first course allowing engineers to obtain chartered engineering status and a Master’s degree at the same time.

The Master of Professional Practice in Engineering (MPPEng) will be launched at a special agreement signing event between Deakin and Engineers Australia, attended by Deakin Vice Chancellor Professor Jane den Hollander AO and Engineers Australia CEO Peter McIntyre.

Professor den Hollander said professional practice courses were designed for those who wanted to be formally recognised for their extensive experience in a professional field. …

Deakin University Shortlisted Six Times for AFR Higher Education Awards 2018

has been shortlisted six times for the Australian Financial Review (AFR) Higher Education Awards 2018.

The awards are part of the AFR’s annual Higher Education Summit and acknowledge excellence in areas such as technology, student performance and collaboration with business.

Among Deakin’s shortlisted achievements was the Deakin Law Clinic (Community Engagement category), where final-year Deakin law students offer free legal advice and assistance to those experiencing disadvantage in their access to justice.

Shortlisted in the Education Technology category was Deakin Genie, …

Deakin University Engineers Feature On Most Innovative List For 2018

It has been a double celebration for ‘s School of Engineering with Associate Professor Ben Horan and Dr Riyadh Al-Ameri both making Engineers Australia’s list of Australia’s Most Innovative Engineers 2018.

Nominations were sought from around the country for the list, which profiles 30 of Australia’s most innovative engineers.

Dr Horan is listed in the Community category for his work on VeRITy – VR Labour Simulator. Dr Al-Ameri is listed in the Research & …