Deakin College

Deakin College - YOUR PATHWAY TO DEAKIN UNIVERSITY

Deakin College has been in partnership with Deakin University since 1996. Since then, over 23,000 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 40 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 met all requirements, you’ll move into 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 offers three intakes over a year (March, June and October). The standard duration for Diploma courses is 12 months, but domestic students* can study from as little as 1 unit to a maximum of 4 units per trimester meaning that you can study part-time or fast-track your first year of university in 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