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What are you applying for?
Find out how to apply for your preferred course. Choose your study type to get started.

Undergraduate
Explore your interests, passions and ambitions by joining Deakin’s lively undergraduate community.

Postgraduate
Gain qualifications, advance your career or learn more about what you love with a postgraduate degree from Deakin.

Research
Join the world's best and brightest and showcase your expertise on a global scale with a higher degree by research (HDR).
If you're unsure which study type is right for you, we can help you find out:
Entry pathways to Deakin
No matter your ATAR, education or work history, there are plenty of options for you to still get into an undergraduate course at Deakin. Use our pathway planner to explore your options and map your journey to Deakin.
NIKERI Institute
Single subject study
Choosing to undertake tertiary study is a big decision, so we’ve taken the guesswork out of applying. By following the steps below you'll be well on your way to experiencing the unique advantages of flexible and culturally inclusive studies.
Learn more about applying to NIKERI Institute
Most units at Deakin are also available as single (non-award) units that don't lead to degrees. Studying a single unit is a great way to pursue personal or professional interests or see if university is right for you.
Application information
Key dates
Make sure you don't miss out on your preferred intake by browsing all start and finish dates for Deakin's main study periods.
Application documents
Get expert advice on the best way to prepare your application, from the documents you'll need to support your application to writing a compelling personal statement.
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Contact us
We're committed to giving you all the support and assistance you need throughout the application and enrolment process.
Domestic students
1800 693 888
myfuture@deakin.edu.au
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International students
+61 3 9627 4877
study@deakin.edu.au
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*Application close dates vary and not all courses are available for T1 intake. Please refer to course pages for details. Some courses have limited places, apply early to avoid missing out.
#ARWU Rankings 2019
^ARWU Rankings 2019