Deakin University
Established: 1974
Location: Four campuses in Burwood (Melbourne), Geelong, Warrnambool and Waurn Ponds
Student population: 60,000
CRICOS: 00113B
TEQSA: PRV12124
Experience future-ready learning environments. From our A$55 million engineering precinct to advanced clinical simulation centres and an Elite Sports Precinct, Deakin gives you access to cutting-edge facilities that power innovation and career preparation.
Everything you need to know
What can you study at Deakin?
Explore your passions across a wide range of study areas:
- Marine Science
- Sport science and Sports management
- Psychology
- Law
- Education
- Communication and creative arts
- Nursing and midwifery
- Environmental science
- Business and management
- Engineering
- International studies
- Humanities
- Medicine and Public Health
Campus life: city, coastal and regional
Study in Melbourne, one of the world’s most liveable cities.* Our Burwood campus is just 20 minutes from the CBD and next to vibrant, multicultural Box Hill.
Prefer a coastal lifestyle? Our Geelong campuses—just an hour from Melbourne—offer a relaxed atmosphere, world-class facilities and easy access to the iconic Great Ocean Road. Or discover regional charm and coastal views at our Warrnambool campus, part of a friendly local community.
*Economist Intelligence Unit Global Liveability Index 2022
An award-winning careers and employment service
DeakinTALENT is more than a careers service—it’s your gateway to lifelong employability. We offer personalised career coaching, workshops, talent programs, exclusive employer events and access to internships and job boards.
Recognised as Australia’s most popular university careers service by the Australian Association of Graduate Employers, DeakinTALENT supports you throughout your studies—and long after you graduate.
Join one of Australia's leading research institutions
Deakin is home to world-leading research institutes, including:
- Institute for Frontier Materials
- Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition
- Alfred Deakin Institute
- Applied Artificial Intelligence Institute (A2I2)
- Institute for Health Transformation
- Institute for Mental and Physical Health and Clinical Translation
- Centre for Cyber Security Research and Innovation
- Centre for Sport Research
Learn more: https://deakin.endpointiq.com.au/
Collaborate with industry leaders and tackle real-world challenges through research that makes a difference.
Deakin highlights
Top 200 worldwide
Deakin ranks in the top 200 universities in the world in the 2025 QS World University Rankings – recognised globally for research, employability, teaching quality, global outlook and sustainability.
#1 in Victoria for graduate employment
Deakin graduates are in high demand. We’re ranked #1 in Victoria for graduate employment outcomes.*
*2023 Graduate Outcomes Survey, QILT
Top 6 in Australia for research
We’re Australia’s 6th leading research institution.** Partner with top academics and innovate across health, science, tech and more.
**The Australian’s 2025 Research Magazine
Real-world learning
Learn by doing at Deakin. Our degrees are built with real industry needs in mind—giving you experience with professional tools and workplace challenges.
Graduate with the confidence and skills to make an impact from day one.
