Deakin College

Deakin College

Contact

70 Elgar Road
Burwood VIC 3125

Phone No: (03) 9244 5600

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Web site: https://www.deakincollege.edu.au

Accreditation

CRICOS provider code: 01590J

Campus locations

Geelong Waterfront Campus

27 Brougham Street
Geelong VIC 3220

Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus

75 Pigdons Road
Waurn Ponds VIC 3216

Melbourne Burwood Campus

70 Elgar Road
Burwood VIC 3125

Online

Deakin College - YOUR PATHWAY TO DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

Deakin College has been in partnership with Deakin University since 1996. Since then, over 25,000 students have successfully transitioned from Deakin College to Deakin University.

The College offers courses in the areas of business, commerce, communication, design, engineering, film, TV and animation, health sciences, information technology, and science. These courses are direct pathways to over 30 bachelor degrees at Deakin University.

All courses are conducted on Deakin University campuses at either the Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waterfront or Geelong Waurn Ponds campus. For certain diplomas, we offer online delivery.

The diploma courses consist of 8 units, which are Deakin University’s first-year units. This means that once you successfully complete the diploma and meet all requirements, you’ll move into the second year of the relevant university degree at Deakin University (conditions apply). As a Deakin College student, you have full access to all the facilities and services the University provides.

Deakin College ffers three intakes each year: March, June and October. Diploma courses usually take 12 months, but domestic students* can study 1–4 units per trimester, giving you the flexibility to study part-time or fast-track your studies and finish in just 8 months.

Why choose Deakin College?

  • Small classes - A small student-to-lecturer ratio allows greater academic support and allows for individualised attention.
  • More contact hours - Classes consist of a two-hour lecture and a two-hour tutorial each week, allowing you to walk away from each class with a complete understanding of the topic covered.
  • Free study assistance – A variety of support systems to keep your study journey on track. This includes free academic workshops, student support services, student learning advisors and mentors.
  • Student services – Staff readily available to assist and give advice as soon as the need arises.
  • Modern facilities – Newly renovated laboratories, library, sport and recreation facilities, on-campus accommodation, 24-hour computer labs.
  • Convenient locations - Express public buses run from the nearest train station to campus and an intercampus shuttle also runs to and from the Geelong campuses.
  • Flexible entry criteria – Along with Year 12 results, Deakin College employs a holistic approach with greater emphasis on helping students to succeed.
  • FEE-HELP available* – Study now, pay later - All diploma courses are FEE-Help approved, making your education affordable and accessible.

*Australian Citizens, some New Zealand citizens and holders of certain humanitarian visas

Institutional student profile

Basis of Admissions Data
* As of 16 June 2026
Applicant typesNumber of studentsPercentage of all students
(A) Higher education study 27 4.25%
(B) Vocational education and training (VET) study 10 1.57%
(C) Work and life experience 67 10.5%
(D) Recent secondary education    
Admitted solely based on ATAR 451 84.7%
Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered. 32 6.02%
Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor 49 9.21%
International students 328 34.0%
All students 964 100%

Courses

For all courses listed with VTAC, visit CourseSearch.

Events

Open days

Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus

From 9:00am — 3:00pm on Sunday, 16 August 2026

For more information: https://www.deakin.edu.au/open-day

Melbourne Burwood Campus

From 9:00am — 3:00pm on Sunday, 23 August 2026

For more information: https://www.deakin.edu.au/open-day

Geelong Waterfront Campus

From 9:00am — 3:00pm on Sunday, 16 August 2026

For more information: https://www.deakin.edu.au/open-day

Admission criteria

Applicants with work and life experience

Applicants are assessed on the basis of work experience relevant to the program; determined by type and level of employment, details of employer and length of employment. References and/or a statement from the employer substantiating the work claim are required. Applicants are required to submit a CV and a short statement articulating how they will use the knowledge, skills, abilities and personal qualities gained through life experience to succeed in their chosen course.

Applies to:

  • Applicants with work and life experience

Entry into a Deakin College Diploma

To enter any diploma program you must have successfully completed Australian Year 12 (or equivalent).

For example:

  • VCE (or interstate equivalent) Certificate (scored or unscored)
  • VCE VM Senior
  • IB Diploma
  • NZCEA
  • VET Certificate IV or above

Applies to:

  • Applicants with recent secondary education
    • Applicants with recent secondary education (Current year 12)

Special consideration

Institutional access and equity queries should be directed to:

  • Contact phone number: (03) 9244 5600
  • Institutional web page: https://www.deakincollege.edu.au
  • E-mail address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Access & equity through VTAC

Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Equity Scheme and Scholarships (previously known as the Special Entry Access Scheme). Provided that you meet all prerequisites and requirements, this course will consider your circumstances when making selection decisions.

Enrolment

Accept your offer

To accept your offer, please visit our website and follow the step-by-step instructions.

Student and campus services

Disability services

Deakin College is committed to providing equal opportunities for students with disabilities and promotes strategies to develop a flexible teaching and learning environment which is able to meet the needs of a diverse range of students.

Accommodation

Deakin College students are eligible to apply for on campus accommodation at Deakin University.

Student support

Deakin College has Academic Learning Advisors and counsellors to provide support and advice to help you reach your full potential while studying. Appointments can be made to discuss academic or personal issues, academic assistance, accommodation difficulties, family matters, attendance issues and home-sickness.

Financial assistance

Scholarships

Institutional scholarships queries should be directed to:

Navitas Family Bursary

Value

The Navitas Family Bursary is valued at 10% of the tuition fee for up to 8 units of study within one program only at Deakin College. The bursary does not apply to additional units or repeat units that may also be undertaken. It excludes mixed English options.

Eligibility

  • Family Bursary applies where two or more students from the same family study at a Navitas institution.
  • The first family member can be studying at a Navitas institution at the same time as the other family members or may have previously studied at any Navitas institution.
  • The family bursary is granted to the second and subsequent family members who study at a Navitas institution.
  • This scholarship cannot be awarded in conjunction with any other Navitas scholarships
  • Recipients must not have previously received a Navitas scholarship or bursary or had a scholarship or bursary from Navitas withdrawn.

Definitions

For this bursary, a family member is defined as a husband, wife, brother, sister, mother, father, son, daughter or stepchild.

Student profile

Further information