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Deakin University
Ranking
15Established in
1974Famous For
Anthropology, Sociology, Art and Design
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- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Since its modest beginnings in a paddock in Geelong, Deakin University has grown to become an internationally recognised institute. Deakin’s quality of teaching, research, and student support is reflected in its global rankings, placing it among the top 200 universities in the world.
Deakin’s courses are rigorously and continuously evaluated to ensure students are developing industry-focused skills. They can choose from a diverse range of courses at the undergraduate, postgraduate, or research study levels. The university is particularly renowned for its excellence in sport science, education and educational research, and nursing.
Additionally, Deakin fosters a world-class research environment, with researchers collaborating to solve some of the world’s greatest social, economic, and environmental challenges. Deakin researchers lead bold initiatives across its five research strengths: sustainability, society and culture, human-centred technology, health, and global security threats.
Over the years, thousands of international students have chosen Deakin for its world-class degrees, excellent graduate outcomes, and a well-rounded university experience. It continuously strives to adhere to its ethos of progressive thinking and real-world learning when educating students.
CRICOS code: 00113B
Services
Deakin University is committed to helping international students ease into life in Australia and providing them with a positive learning experience during their studies. International students can access a number of support services, including:
- Airport pickup
- Health and mental health services
- Physiotherapy and disability support
- Informative activities during orientation
- Around-the-clock security services
- Career planning
- Study support
Deakin’s wide range of services, supporting every aspect of a student’s university life, has earned it the number one spot in Victoria for student support (according to the 2023 Student Experience Survey, Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching). Whether it’s help with an assignment, career planning, or a personal issue, Deakin helps students feel supported throughout their time in university.
Rankings
- 15th in Australia in the QS World University Rankings 2025
In the QS World University Rankings by Subject, Deakin University is ranked:
- 14th in the world for sports-related subjects
- Top 7 in Australia for anthropology-related subjects
- Top 7 in Australia for sociology-related subjects
- Top 10 in Australia for art and design, communication and media studies, English language and literature-related subjects
Accommodation
Students at Deakin University can choose from a number of flexible housing options, both on-campus and off-campus, depending on their needs, lifestyle, and budget. Deakin offers the following safe and inclusive residences for students who wish to live on campus:
- Melbourne Burwood
- Warrnambool
- Geelong Waterfront
- Geelong Waurn Ponds
These student residences provide students with a private, lockable, furnished bedroom which includes a bed, desk, carpet, heating, and free Wi-Fi. Alternatively, students can use Houseme – Deakin’s database of local share houses and apartments for rent – to find a suitable off-campus accommodation.
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