2021 International Undergraduate Course Guide Final Web MAY

International students | 2021
Undergraduate
Course Guide
Melbourne | Geelong | Warrnambool | Cloud Campus (online)

At Deakin University, Australia, you will become part of a friendly and

diverse community that will support you in achieving your career goals.
Highest level of overall

In the Top student satisfaction
In the Top 1% of
50 young among universities in
all universities
universities in the Australian state of
worldwide*
the world^ Victoria for 10 years#
In this Guide
Welcome to Deakin 1
Campuses and communities 2
Cost of living 6
Accommodation 8
Student services 9
Graduate employment 10
How to apply 11
Academic admission requirements 12
Contact us today
Deakin College 17
English language requirements 18 To learn more about Deakin and how
we can help you start your education
Improve your English 19
journey, get in touch today.
Find your degree 20
Visit deakin.edu.au/ug-international
Deakin degrees 21
Call us on +61 3 9627 4877
• Architecture and construction
Email us at study@deakin.edu.au
management 24
• Business 26
• Communication and media 33
• Creative arts and writing 36
• Design 38
• Education and teaching 40
• Engineering 43
• Health 46
• Humanities and social sciences 52
• Information technology 55
• Law 60
• Nutrition 61
• Nursing 62
• Psychology 64
• Science and environment 67
• Sport 75
Research and honours 78
*
ShanghaiRankings World University Rankings
^
QS Young University Rankings
#
Australian Graduate Survey and Graduate Outcomes Survey, QILT

Welcome to Deakin
G’day and welcome! Employment outcomes

Each year thousands of students from around the world choose Deakin has been named the No. 1 university in the Australian
Australia as their study destination, and you too could soon be on state of Victoria for undergraduate employment outcomes. The
your way to join them. Like Australia, Deakin University offers a 2019 Graduate Outcomes Survey – an Australian Government
safe and welcoming environment, and we support you at every initiative – monitors the employment status of more than 40,000
step to ensure you not only succeed at your studies, but also enjoy higher education graduates three years after completing their
your Deakin experience. studies. This amazing result is a reflection of Deakin's dedication
to preparing our students for a successful career.
World-class degrees
When you study a Deakin degree you will be ready to take your
Campus locations
next step with confidence and gain the experience you need to Experience life in Australia at one of Deakin’s three campus
succeed. With a wide range of study areas to choose from, Deakin locations: Melbourne, Geelong and Warrnambool. Our four
can help you find the right degree to pursue your dream career. modern campuses are located at the doorstep of some of
Australia’s most popular destinations. When you study here, you
Career focus will discover both incredible scenery and wildlife, and a welcoming
and engaging culture. Deakin also offers programs through our
We want to ensure you gain the exposure and experience you innovative Cloud Campus (online).
need to graduate with confidence. At Deakin you will find there is
a practical focus across all our programs. We prepare our students
for employment by providing practical instruction on real-world
Scholarships
problems, career guidance and work experience opportunities. Deakin offers different scholarships to assist high-achieving
You can learn more about this in the course pages of this guide. international students throughout their studies, and you may be
eligible. Learn more at deakin.edu.au/ug-scholarships.
Trimester system
At Deakin we run on a trimester system. This means that our
programs offer intakes in March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2)
and November (Trimester 3). This system gives you the option
of completing your degree sooner, if you choose to study three
trimesters in a single year. You will find more information on
Trimesters in the course pages of this guide.
Impressive subject rankings

Deakin is among the best in the world
across many study areas, including:
• 3rd in the world for Sport Science*
• 29th in the world for Nursing^
• 32nd in the world for Education^
*
ShanghaiRankings Global Ranking of Sport Science
Schools and Departments
^
QS Rankings by Subject 2020
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Your Deakin home
As a Deakin student you can study

at one of our four campuses, or our
innovative Cloud Campus (online).
You will find a unique study experience
at each of our campuses. The local
communities that surround Deakin are
friendly, safe and full of life, creating the
perfect study environment.
Melbourne Burwood Campus
The Melbourne Burwood Campus is Deakin’s largest.
A short trip from Melbourne’s central business district,
Burwood offers the perfect balance between city lifestyle
and suburban comfort. On campus you will find impressive
buildings and world-class facilities, a wide range of learning
and social spaces, and a relaxed atmosphere. If you enjoy
getting outdoors between classes, the Melbourne Burwood
Campus also sits alongside parkland, which is great for
walking, jogging and cycling.
On-campus accommodation
Indicative weekly rates: A$285 – A$362
deakin.edu.au/ug-burwood
Living in Melbourne
A welcoming community
Living in Melbourne means you will become
a part of an international community. People
from all over the world call the city their home.
Many activities
Enjoy live music at Federation Square, or ride a
bike along the Yarra River trail. Visit the native
animals at the Melbourne Zoo, or spend mornings
exploring the Queen Victoria Market tasting fresh
and local produce. With so much to see and do,
you will never be bored in Melbourne.
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Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Living in Geelong

At Deakin’s Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus, you are
surrounded by expansive grounds and impressive new
Be by the ocean
buildings. It offers state-of-the-art engineering, medical
and sport facilities, as well as some of the most advanced Just a short train ride from
research spaces in the world. The campus also features Melbourne, Geelong is a
incredible sporting facilities, including Deakin’s Elite Sport coastal city located near some
Precinct, which includes an Australian rules football oval, of Australia’s best surf beaches.
FIFA-grade soccer pitch, athletics track, basketball courts, Take a break from your studies
and more. and head to the Surf Coast,
where you can enjoy a swim or
On-campus accommodation surf in the pristine water.
deakin.edu.au/ug-waurn-ponds Support the local team

Engage with the local
Geelong Waterfront Campus community at GMHBA Stadium
where the Geelong Cats – an
Located in the heart of Geelong, the Geelong Waterfront
Australian Football League (AFL)
Campus has spectacular views of the bay. Used as wool
team and partner of Deakin –
stores in the 19th century, this campus has been renovated
play their exciting games. You
to create an impressive, modern space that offers an
might even become a fan!
inspiring study environment. The unique mix of old and
new allows for engaging and creative spaces, and its central
location means students can visit Geelong’s central business
district between classes.
In 2019 a new ferry travelling between Melbourne and

Geelong was launched. The ferry offers a comfortable and
convenient mode of transport. It docks a short walk from
the Geelong Waterfront Campus. Train and bus services are
also regularly available between Geelong and Melbourne.
deakin.edu.au/ug-waterfront
Our campus
locations
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Beautiful surroundings
Deakin's campuses in Geelong and
Warrnambool are set in established
regional communities that are
surrounded by incredible scenery.
You will experience Australia's true
Warrnambool Campus natural beauty when you live and
Become a part of a close community where students and lecturers have study in these locations.
the opportunity to get to know each other and work closely together.
Deakin's Warrnambool Campus is located on the doorstep of beautiful surf
beaches and popular tourist attractions, and you will experience a sense
of community that extends across the whole town. Warrnambool is known
for being a safe place. The area also offers a range of restaurants and an
extensive arts and cultural scene to keep our students entertained. For
those looking for an occasional jolt of big city excitement, trains run four
times a day to Melbourne.
deakin.edu.au/ug-warrnambool
Living in Warrnambool
Made for exploring

Set along one of the country’s most scenic coastlines, Warrnambool is the
place to be for exploring Australia’s famously unique plant and animal habitats.
A cost-effective choice
For students and parents concerned about expenses, Warrnambool offers a
lower cost of living than Melbourne and Geelong without sacrificing quality.
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Consider online study
Same quality education

Cloud Campus students receive the same quality education as our on-campus
students. Cloud students participate in lectures in real time and can contribute
and ask questions like on-campus students do. Deakin staff are also available
to chat online should you need any assistance outside of class.
Engaging platform
Deakin's Cloud Campus is delivered through innovative and engaging
systems that allow students to access the same materials and services as
on‑campus students.
Cloud Campus (online)

As a leading provider of distance and online education for more
than 40 years, Deakin has a unique understanding of students who
need to study from afar.
Our Cloud Campus is virtual and vibrant. You will have access
to lectures and resources and can participate in live-streamed
seminars and class discussions. Chat with lecturers and students
in real time, and submit assignments easily and efficiently. It is
your choice of when, where and how you study. You can be
confident that you will receive the same quality education as
an on-campus student.
Studying online means you need to be a disciplined, independent
and organised learner. Our Cloud Campus comes with orientation
sessions, tailored support services, easy-to-use digital tools and
resources, and a dedicated ‘student success coach’ to keep you
on track.
deakin.edu.au/ug-cloud
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What it costs to live in Australia
Beyond tuition fees, there

are a number of other costs
you need to consider before Accommodation
deciding to study in Australia.
The Australian Government provides average Hostels and guest houses A$90 to A$150 per week
living cost estimates for international students
living and studying in the Australian state Shared rental A$95 to A$215 per week
of Victoria. Costs vary depending on where
you live. For example, living in Melbourne On campus at Deakin
is slightly more expensive than living in (inclusive of amenities) A$285 to A$362 per week*
Geelong or Warrnambool. The information
to the right lists some of these estimated
Homestay A$235 to A$325 per week
costs but for more detailed information visit
studyinaustralia.gov.au.
Rental A$185 to A$440 per week
Overseas Student Health Cover

In addition to tuition fees, all on-campus
international students are required to pay
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
The amount payable will be included in
your Letter of Offer – you will receive this
from Deakin if your application is successful.
Other living expenses
Groceries and eating out A$80 to $280 per week
Gas, electricity A$35 to A$140 per week
Phone and internet A$20 to A$55 per week
Public transport A$15 to A$55 per week
Car (after purchase) A$150 to A$260 per week

Scholarships
You could be eligible for a range of scholarships Gym membership A$30 to A$100 per month^
through Deakin and through other parties,
including the Australian Government. Netflix A$10 to A$20 per month^
Deakin offers a range of scholarships to support
high-achieving students. These include the: Coffee A$3 to A$6 per cup^
• Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International
Haircut A$10 to A$100 each visit^
Scholarship, which offers a 100% or 50%
tuition fee reduction for the normal
duration of your course.
• Deakin International Scholarship, which
offers a 25% tuition fee reduction for the
normal duration of your course.
Both scholarships recognise students with
consistently high academic performance
who have the potential to make a valuable
contribution to the University.
Deakin also offers scholarships related to specific
study areas, degrees, campuses and countries.
For a full list of scholarship opportunities open to
international students, and information on how
to apply, visit deakin.edu.au/ug-scholarships.
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Destination Australia
Scholarship
Minimum cost of living If you study at Deakin's Warrnambool
Campus you may be eligible for the
Australian Government's Destination
The Department of Home Affairs has financial requirements you
Australia scholarship. This scholarship
must meet in order to receive a student visa for Australia. From
23 October 2019 the 12-month living cost is: supports study and living expenses and
is valued at A$15,000. Learn more at
education.gov.au/destination-australia.
You A$21,041 per year
Partner or spouse A$7362 per year
Child A$3152 per year
All costs are in Australian dollars.

*
On-campus estimated cost is for Deakin’s Melbourne Burwood Campus
and includes amenities, such as electricity, gas and internet. On-campus
accommodation costs for the Geelong and Warrnambool campuses are lower.
^
This price range is a guide only. Actual costs may vary.
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Deakin’s on-campus
housing service inclusions
• A private bedroom, which is
furnished, carpeted, and heated
with a bed, desk and Wi-Fi.
• Shared kitchen, bathrooms,
spacious living and dining room,
and air conditioning.
• Social, personal, academic and
sporting activities calendar.
• Support from Deakin staff, the
management and administration
team, and 24-hour Deakin security.
Accommodation options
Deakin is here to support you when it comes to finding accommodation in Australia.

Whether you want to live on campus or nearby in a local community, we are here to help.
On-campus accommodation Off-campus accommodation Homestay

Living on campus is the best way Deakin can assist you in searching for As a Deakin student you can also consider
to immerse yourself in the Deakin off-campus accommodation using our staying with a host family. This is a great
experience. We offer accommodation Houseme database. This can be accessed way to learn more about living in Australia
across all our campuses with various lease at studystays.deakin.edu.au. You will find and to improve your English.
lengths available. Life on campus is both a variety of rental opportunities, including deakin.edu.au/ug-homestay
affordable and secure – it is the perfect long-term, short-term and casual options.
place to meet new people and live close You can also access a range of free
to where you study. self‑help resources to find out:
You can also save money living on campus. • when to start your accommodation
Utility bills and internet are included in the search and how to go about it
fee, and there is no accommodation bond. • the costs associated with
accommodation
Indicative weekly rates: A$285 – A$362*
• things to consider at property
deakin.edu.au/ug-accom inspections
• locations around each campus
New accommodation precinct: • rights and responsibilities when renting
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus in the Australian state of Victoria.
In 2021 Deakin will open 32 brand new

townhouses at the Geelong Waurn Ponds
Campus. Each will house 10 occupants.
*
Price based on the Melbourne Burwood Campus
costings. Rates are cheaper at the Geelong and
Warrnambool locations.
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Join the club
How we support you Getting involved in university

life is a great way to meet new
people, take on new challenges,
and look after your health and
fitness. As a Deakin student you
can join more than 150 clubs and
societies across all campuses.
Deakin wants you to have a meaningful learning We have a diverse range of clubs,
including sporting, academic,
experience. That is why we offer a complete range of health, religious and many more.
support services, from orientation and welcome sessions deakin.edu.au/ug-clubs
to academic support and social activities.
Get started Students helping students
We make it our priority to We have student mentors available

ensure that as a new student to help you with academic, practical
you make a smooth transition and social matters as part of Deakin's
into life at Deakin. Students Helping Students program.
Our welcome program includes: Plus, many student mentors are
international students themselves!
• airport pick-up
• orientation program
• workshops
• social events
• study groups
• opportunities to get
involved in campus life International Student Advisors (ISAs)
• plus additional orientation
activities for students who Deakin's ISAs have lived and studied in
live on campus. other countries, so they can relate to your
international study experience firsthand.
• ISAs provide general support to you during
your time at Deakin.
• You can book an appointment or simply drop
in to see an ISA at Student Central on any
Deakin campus.
Cutting-edge digital support

Deakin Genie is an award-winning mobile
app that helps you keep on track with your
studies. As a Deakin student, you can use Health, safety and wellbeing
Genie to keep a calendar of upcoming classes
and assignments, set goals for the year and Deakin offers a range of services to help you
motivate yourself to achieve them, and stay healthy and safe, and to promote
access support services and learning tools personal wellbeing.
from around the University. Deakin Genie • Deakin Medical Centres are located on all
is so advanced that it works to predict your campuses and provide medical and nursing
needs and questions before you think to ask! healthcare and advice to students.
• Deakin is a safe place. Regardless, security
officers are on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week across all our campuses. You will
also have access to a free SafeZone app that
connects you to Deakin's security division.
• Deakin offers a number of services
and initiatives to ensure everyone feels
welcome, including the Disability Resource
Centre (DRC) and Deakin University Student
Association (DUSA).
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Prepare for your

future career
Deakin is dedicated to preparing you for your dream Respected program
career. Experience practical, real-world learning, and Australian employers have
voted DeakinTALENT the
be ready to enter the workforce with confidence. most popular university
career service in Australia
three years in a row.*
*
Australian Association of Graduate
Employers 2017 – 2019
DeakinTALENT
DeakinTALENT is our graduate employment division and is dedicated
to providing expert career guidance. DeakinTALENT can help you to:
• identify and communicate your personal brand
• create a LinkedIn profile that stands out
• develop an effective resume and cover letter
• manage interview nerves
• excel at networking and connect with employers.
deakintalent.deakin.edu.au
Deakin International Students’ EEExpo

Careers (DISC) program
The DeakinTALENT Experience & Employment Expo
DISC has been designed specifically for international (EEExpo) brings over 100 employers to Deakin in
students and graduates. It offers a suite of workshops to Trimester 1 and 2. It is an easy way to meet, network
assist you in understanding the workplace, learn what and gain insights from a range of employers. You will
employers are looking for, and help you connect with and learn about opportunities such as internships, vacation
present confidently to employers. The program provides work, volunteering, international experiences and
opportunities to network with Deakin alumni and – if you graduate programs.
are returning home after your degree – DISC also helps
you to connect with your home employment market.
FreelancingHUB Internships as part of

your degree
The FreelancingHUB is an exciting initiative designed to
develop job-ready graduates through work experience
Many Deakin degrees offer the opportunity to complete
opportunities. The HUB positions you in not-for-profit
an internship as part of the program. With the help of our
or community organisations where you work to develop
dedicated work integrated learning team, you can find a
a solution to a real-world project. Students are assigned
short-term work opportunity in a local organisation
an experienced mentor and project manager and will
where you will gain exposure to real-life projects.
gain key employability skills, such as communication,
Deakin students have worked in advertising firms,
collaboration, creativity and critical thinking.
sporting organisations, local hospitals and wildlife parks –
FreelancingHUB placements are open to students
just to name a few. The experience gained as part of these
across all study areas, but places are limited.
internships adds to your portfolio of work, which you can
present to future employers.
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How to apply Applying to Deakin

You can apply to Deakin at any
time throughout the year, and
Deakin’s international admissions
team is always ready to quickly
process applications and assist
with any questions you may
have. Application processes and
Find your course requirements may differ slightly
depending on your chosen
1 Browse the many exciting undergraduate courses we have
on offer throughout this guide, and choose the degree you degree, as well as your country
wish to study. of residence and entry pathway.
Understand the entry requirements

It is important that you understand the entry requirements
for your degree before you submit your application to
2 Deakin. Entry requirements for each Deakin degree
differ and also depend on your country of residence.
The minimum academic entry requirements for our
undergraduate degrees can be found on page 12.
Understand the English language

requirements
All applicants need to meet Deakin’s English language
3 requirements to the level necessary for their course.
Minimum International English Language Testing System
(IELTS) scores are included on the course information pages
of this guide. For more information see page 18.
Gather supporting documents How to certify your documents

When you apply to study at Deakin it is important to attach
all requested supporting documentation, otherwise your Certified copies of documents are photocopies
application could be delayed or rejected. Most documents that have been viewed along with the original
4 need to be certified before they are submitted to Deakin, document by an authorised person who will
stamp them as being authentic copies. Visit
so give yourself plenty of time to get organised. Certified
copies must include: award certificates, academic deakin.edu.au/ug-apply to see how you can
transcripts and formal identity papers (e.g. your passport). certify your documents and who they can be
Documents must be translated into English. certified by.
Submit your application

You can submit your application to study at Deakin using
a variety of methods:
• Through a Deakin authorised agent: One of Deakin’s
friendly agents can assist you to submit your application
and ensure you have all the necessary documents ready.
5 Visit deakin.edu.au/ug-reps to search for a Deakin
authorised agent located near you.
• Direct to Deakin: You can apply directly to Deakin
through Deakin's StudyLink Connect platform.
Here you will be guided through each step of the
application process.
deakin.edu.au/ug-apply
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Academic admission Select countries not in the table

China entry requirements – Gaokao (高考)
requirements
Gaokao students who meet the higher Tier One
university cut off score for their province will meet
the academic requirements for entry into most Deakin
undergraduate degrees.
Vietnam entry requirements

Deakin degrees have entry requirements For entry into most bachelor degrees, Vietnamese
that you will need to meet in order to gain students must graduate with a National High School
Graduate Certificate and achieve an overall GPA of at
entry into the University. least 8.0 for Year 11 and Year 12. In addition, applicants
must achieve a minimum score of 8.0 for three major
subjects in Year 12. Major subjects include maths,
Using the academic admission requirements table english, chemistry, literature, physics, or biology.
The following table (pages 12 to 16) details the academic A minimum score of 8.5 in maths is required for
admission requirements for entry into Deakin undergraduate engineering-related programs.
degrees. Review the table for the qualification most relevant to Indonesia entry requirements
your secondary school studies. Some qualifications will require
you to make a quick calculation to convert your results into Deakin accepts students into bachelor degree programs
scores that Deakin will use to assess your application. Use who have successfully completed the SMA 3 and
achieved the specified average grade in SMA 3 School
the footnotes below the table to learn how to calculate your
Average Report and National Standardised School
total score.
Examination (USBN). Most Deakin bachelor degrees
require an average grade of at least 7.5 in SMA 3 school
If your country is not mentioned report average grade and USBN.
If your academic results or country of origin are not mentioned Canada entry requirements
on these pages it does not mean that you are unable to apply to
Deakin. Our Admissions Team can assess your academic scores Applicants must achieve a minimum of five Grade 12
credits. All applications are assessed individually
and other achievements upon submission of your application.
based on specific provincial and territorial level and
credit requirements.
If you do not meet the requirements
New Zealand NCEA requirements
If you are not sure you meet the academic admission
requirements for a Deakin degree, there may still be a pathway Applicants must have a New Zealand University Entrance
available for you to study at Deakin in the future. See page 17 certification and a minimum of 80 credits, including
of this Guide to learn about the alternative pathway options at least 60 credits at Level 3 or higher on the NZ
qualifications framework, and an achievement of
to Deakin.
the University Entrance (UE). For more information
visit nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/
university-entrance.
Legend
GE Graduate entry Cloud Campus (online)

No offer No offers made to recent secondary education applicants Melbourne Burwood Campus
RC Admission is based on a range of criteria Geelong Waterfront Campus
NP Not published – less than five offers made to Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
school‑leaver applicants. Warrnambool Campus
Australia UK, S'pore, Deakin

India Hong Kong International
Course clearly-in Brunei, Sri Lanka Malaysia College
Course (Bachelor of...) AISSCE (SAR, China) Baccalaureate
code ATAR 2020 1 Zimbabwe A-levels3 STPM GPA Foundation
(Class XII) HKDSE Program
A-levels2 Program
65.30
Artificial Intelligence4 S308 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
NP
60.05
Arts A300 56.40 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
56.40
NP
Arts - Advanced (Honours)5 A401 NP 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
NP
91.15
Arts/Bachelor of Laws D312 85.20 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
NP
66.65
Arts/Bachelor of Science D311 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
67.55
12
Academic admission requirements

A-levels2 Program
Arts/Master of 64.10
D305 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
International Relations NP
Arts/Master of Teaching D303 60.20 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Secondary)6 7
60.45
Arts (Psychology) A301 57.80 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
NP
80.15
Biomedical Science S323 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
72.50
63.20
Business M325 60.05 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
62.30
65.90
Business/Bachelor of Arts D330 64.35 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
NP
Business 78.25
M391 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
(Sport Management) NP
70.80
Business Analytics M340 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
NP
Civil Engineering 64.05
S460 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Honours)4 NP
80.00
70.00
Commerce M300 70% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
62.85
71.40
Commerce/Bachelor of 81.60
D366 70% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
Business Analytics NP
81.55
Commerce/Bachelor of Arts D385 73.45 70% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
NP
91.00
Commerce/ D322 85.05 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
Bachelor of Laws
NP
Commerce/ D321 82.05 70% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
Bachelor of Science
Communication 60.05
A334 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Advertising) NP
61.20
Communication A333 55.50 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Digital Media)
NP
61.40
Communication A331 58.50 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Journalism)
NP
60.50
Communication A325 56.40 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Public Relations)
NP
63.20
Computer Science S306 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
73.30
Construction Management S346 60.40 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Honours)
Creative Arts (Dance)8 A356 55.00 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Creative Arts (Drama) A357 60.00 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Footnotes
1
The ATAR score presented here is the 2020 score and should only be used as a reference for 2021. Please note, clearly-in ATAR scores can change from year to year.
2
To calculate eligibility, total up results of best three A-level subjects, where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1. You must complete a minimum of three A Levels.
3
To calculate eligibility, total up results of best three A-level subjects, where A=5, B=4, C=3, S=2. You must complete a minimum of three A Levels.
4
High school mathematics is an entry requirement of this course.
5
Entry is based on a minimum ATAR of 80 or equivalent in the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, with pre-requisite units 3 and 4; a study score of at least 25 in English EAL
(English as an additional language) or 20 in English other than EAL.
6
The requirement of the Australian Government is that all teaching graduates must pass the Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students (LANTITE) in order to teach.
Students must pass the test to graduate from the course. Visit www.education.gov.au/literacy-and-numeracy-test-initial-teacher-education-students for more information.
7
Students enrolling in this course will need to pass CASPer, an online test used to assess the personal attributes of applicants to initial teacher education courses. For more information visit
deakin.edu.au/ug-casper.
8
To be eligible for this course, applicants must present a portfolio of work to a satisfactory standard.
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A-levels2 Program
Creative Arts 64.15

A352 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Photography)4 NP
50.85
Creative Arts (Visual Arts)4 A359 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
65.95
60.05
Creative Writing A316 66.80 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
57.75
60.10
Criminology A329 55.65 65% 8 10 2.7 18 65% 25
55.60
61.30
Criminology/Bachelor of D380 63.35 65% 8 10 2.7 18 65% 25
Cyber Security
NP
91.10
Laws
NP
60.00
Psychological Science
59.10
63.20
Cyber Security S334 62.35 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
NP
Design (3D Animation)4 A343 55.50 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Design (Architecture) S342 70.35 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Design (Architecture)/
Bachelor of Construction D364 79.75 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Management (Honours)
Design (Digital A344 50.15 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Technologies)4
Design (Visual 56.05
A345 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Communication)4 56.30
71.00
Education (Early Years)5 6 E330 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
NP
70.15
Education (Primary)5 6 E359 70.00 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
70.80
Electrical and Electronics 69.00
S461 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Engineering (Honours)7 NP
Environmental Engineering S465 69.00 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Honours)7
Environmental Science
(Environmental S398 60.35 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Management and
Sustainability)
Environmental Science S399 52.40 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Marine Biology)
(Wildlife and Conservation S393 74.20 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Biology)
70.00
Exercise and Sport Science H343 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
62.25
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Academic admission requirements

A-levels2 Program
Exercise and Sport Science/
80.30
Bachelor of Business D394 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
69.25
(Sport Management)
Exercise and Sport Science/
Bachelor of Nutrition D333 76.05 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Science
Film, Television and A351 60.00 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Animation
Forensic Science S324 60.40 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Forensic Science/Bachelor D329 65.35 65% 6 9 3 18 65% 25
of Criminology
Health and Physical 70.65
E377 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Education 5 6 75.00
60.50
Health Sciences H300 55.05 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
59.75
Health Sciences/ 60.35
D391 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Bachelor of Arts NP
75.85
Human Resource M335 NP 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
Management (Psychology)
NP
60.45
Information Technology S326 60.60 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
63.10
62.85
International Studies A326 56.50 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
NP
International Studies 89.20
A306 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Global Scholar) NP
75.50
International Studies/ D338 70.40 70% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
Bachelor of Commerce
NP
90.05
Laws M312 84.20 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
NP
NP
Laws/Bachelor of D397 NP 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
Cyber Security
NP
91.75
Laws/Bachelor of D323 85.60 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
International Studies
NP
Marine Science S337 66.95 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
73.60
Marketing (Psychology) M336 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
NP
Mechanical Engineering 67.75
S462 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Honours)7 NP
Mechatronics Engineering 67.40
S463 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Honours)7 NP
Medical Imaging H309 88.45 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
Footnotes
1
2
3
4
To be eligible for this course, applicants must present a portfolio of work to a satisfactory standard.
5
6
7
High school mathematics is an entry requirement of this course.
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A-levels2 Program
74.60
Nursing H326 63.15 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
50.50
91.25
Nursing/ D355 86.15 65% 6 9 2.7 18 70% 25
Bachelor of Midwifery
74.50
72.60
Nursing/Bachelor of D387 77.65 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Psychological Science
NP
Nursing/Bachelor of
Public Health and Health D381 75.50 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Promotion
Nutrition Science H315 65.15 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Nutrition Science H315 85.65 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Dietetics Pathway)
Nutrition Science/Bachelor D301 75.20 70% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
of Commerce
Occupational Therapy H355 70.35 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
71.05
Property and Real Estate M348 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
65.10
Property and Real Estate/ 81.15
D325 70% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
Bachelor of Commerce NP
Property and Real Estate/ NP
D396 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
Bachelor of Laws NP
60.00
Psychological Science H344 60.65 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
NP
Public Health and Health 65.00
H313 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Promotion 65.65
Public Health and Health
Promotion/Bachelor of D388 78.05 70% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
Commerce
65.35
Science S320 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
60.00
Science/Bachelor of Laws D331 91.80 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
Science/Master of Teaching D304 67.75 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Secondary)4 5
65.00
Social Work H330 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
NP
Software Engineering 64.40
S464 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
(Honours) NP
Sport Development M320 65.25 65% 8 10 3 18 70% 27
Vision Science/Master of D302 96.20 80% 10 12 3.17 22 80% 33
Optometry
Zoology and Animal Science S369 65.10 65% 6 9 2.7 18 65% 25
Footnotes
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2
3
4
5
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Your pathway to
Deakin University
Are you worried that you Foundation Program Deakin College advantages
will not meet the academic Deakin College also offers a Foundation Starting with Deakin College offers a
Program which is equivalent to Australian number of advantages, including:
admission requirements Year 12. The program prepares you for
• fast-tracking your studies
for Deakin University? entry into a Deakin College Diploma,
• three trimesters per year in March,
or first year of a Deakin University
June and October
Deakin College is the perfect undergraduate degree.
• entry into the second year of a
pathway to gain entry into Deakin University degree
Location (diploma studies only)
your dream degree. • small group teaching and
Located at Deakin University's Melbourne
Deakin College is a direct pathway Burwood, Geelong Waterfront and individual attention
to Deakin University, and provides an Geelong Waurn Ponds campuses, Deakin • academic and welfare support services.
excellent avenue for students who do College students have full access to Deakin deakincollege.edu.au
not yet meet the admission requirements University’s facilities and services, and
for Deakin University programs. can get involved in university life while
Who should apply?
undertaking Deakin College studies.
Deakin College programs are aimed
Diplomas at students who do not meet Deakin
Deakin College offers diplomas in the
Program structure
University's academic entry requirements.
areas of business; commerce; construction Each Deakin College program consists
management; design; engineering; film, of eight academic units, which you
Accreditation
television and animation; health sciences; must complete and pass to receive a
information technology; and science. Diploma or Foundation Program award. Deakin College diploma programs are
Most units have four contact hours per accredited by the Tertiary Education
Diplomas at Deakin College are equivalent Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).
week. Assessment for all units is ongoing
to the first year of a Deakin University
and continuous, and includes tests,
undergraduate degree, and may provide
assignments and case study analysis.
entry into the second year of a relevant
Deakin University bachelor degree.
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How to meet English

language requirements
English language All students must prove that they can meet
Deakin’s English language requirements. You
requirements will be able to provide evidence of your English

language skills if you have:
• met the required scores in a recognised
English language test, such as IELTS or TOEFL
• completed university (tertiary) or high
To enrol in a Deakin degree, you school (secondary) studies taught in English
will need to be able to read, speak, • lived and worked in an English-speaking
country for at least five years.
write and listen in English at a certain
level. Different Deakin programs have
different English language requirements.
English language tests accepted by Deakin

IELTS Other accepted English language tests
IELTS is the most popular English language test in the world. • C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge English Advanced CAE)
IELTS tests are taken in nearly every country, and Deakin has IELTS • C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge English: Proficiency CPE)
testing and study centres on some of our campuses. IELTS tests • English language test for healthcare professionals (OET)
assess listening, reading, writing and speaking skills. • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)
TOEFL English language in this guide

The TOEFL test is available in two formats — one is delivered via This guide uses IELTS exam scores as the standard for English
the internet and the other is a paper-based test. The majority of language requirements, but if you have taken a test other than
TOEFL test takers worldwide take the TOEFL iBT test, delivered IELTS you can find equivalent requirements in the below table.
via the internet. The TOEFL Paper-delivered Test is offered only in deakin.edu.au/ug-english
locations where testing via the internet is not available.
Approved English language tests
TOEFL TOEFL C1 C2 DUELI EAP

IELTS PTE OET*
IBT PBT PROFICIENCY PROFICIENCY PROGRAM
EAP 3 (60%),
Overall 6 169 169 50 or English for
69 550
BAND A^ No band lower No band less No band less No less than 50 Overall C Commerce (60%) -
Writing 21 Writing 4.5 Commerce courses
than 6 than 169 than 169 in each skill
only
Overall 6.5 176 176 58

79 577
BAND B# No band lower No band less No band less No less than 50 Overall C+ EAP 4 (60%)
Writing 21 Writing 4.5
Overall 7 185 185 65 Overall B

94 600
BAND C~ No band lower No band less No band less No less than 58 (equivalent to a EAP 4 (70%)
Writing 24 Writing 5 IELTS 7~7.5 range)
than 6.5 than 176 than 176 in each skill
Overall 7 185 185 65 Overall B

94 600
BAND D** No band lower No band less No band less No less than 65 (equivalent to a EAP 4 (75%)
Writing 27 Writing 5 IELTS 7~7.5 range)
*
For health-related award courses only.
^
This standard is relevant for all Deakin undergraduate degrees unless otherwise specified.
#
This standard is relevant for Deakin undergraduate health degrees (unless otherwise specified), Bachelor of Marketing (Psychology) and Bachelor of Human Resource Management
(Psychology).
~
This standard is relevant for Deakin undergraduate education degrees (except Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching and Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching) and Deakin
undergraduate law degrees.
**
This standard is relevant for Bachelor of Nursing (and related combined degrees), Bachelor of Medical Imaging, Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Bachelor of Social Work and
Bachelor of Vision Science/Master of Optometry.
NOTE: The information presented is current at the time of printing. For the most-up-to-date information about English language requirements, visit deakin.edu.au/int-english.
IELTS: International English Language Testing System (Academic Module) PTE: Pearson’s Test of English (Academic)
TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language (PBT: Paper Based Test) (iBT: Internet Based Test) OET: Occupational English Test
C1 Proficiency: Formerly known as Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE) DUELI EAP: Deakin University English Language Institute English for
C2 Proficiency: Formerly known as Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) Academic Purposes program
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Improve your English at Deakin
If your current English What can you study?

level does not meet English for Academic Purposes (EAP) English for Nursing
Deakin's English language EAP programs prepare students for English requirements are generally
university studies in Australia. You can higher for Nursing programs than other
requirements, or you want meet Deakin University's English language degrees. The five-week English for Nursing
to improve your English requirements for most undergraduate program is an intensive English program
courses by successfully completing the for advanced students. This program will
before starting your degree, EAP 3 program. prepare you to sit the required English
the Deakin University English General English (GE)
language tests in order to gain admission
into Deakin's Bachelor of Nursing.
Language Institute (DUELI) is GE programs offer students at all levels Entry requirements:
the place for you. the chance to use English confidently
• IELTS score of 6.5
and correctly. GE programs can prepare
beginner English speakers for the (no band lower than 6.5), or
Meet Deakin’s English EAP program. • Completion of EAP 4 with an overall
language requirements score of 65 per cent.
English for Commerce
DUELI can help you meet the English English for Teaching
This five-week program is designed
language requirements for your Deakin English requirements are generally higher
for students wishing to undertake
University degree. Successful completion for teaching programs at Deakin. The
the Bachelor of Commerce at Deakin
of DUELI’s English for Academic Purposes five-week English for Teaching program is
University. You will develop your English
(EAP) pathway programs can provide you an intensive English program for advanced
skills for accounting, law, finance and
with entry into most degrees at Deakin students. You can meet the English
marketing, and extend your reading
University. DUELI also has specialised language requirements for education
and writing skills for a range of complex
English programs for commerce, nursing, courses by successfully completing the
business ideas and concepts.
and teaching. English for Teaching program.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
The DUELI advantage • IELTS score of 5.5
(no band lower than 5), or • IELTS score of 7
DUELI is recognised as one of the best
• Completion of EAP 3 with an overall (no band lower than 7), or
English language centres in Australia.
score of 60 per cent. • Completion of EAP 4 with an overall
DUELI will do more than improve your
score of 70 per cent.
English: it will give you the chance to
improve your study skills and become Intensive Academic Preparation (IAP)
familiar with studying at an Australian
This is a five-week program for students
university. Courses start every five weeks.
with IELTS scores of 6.5 or above. It is
designed to develop the writing, reading,
listening and speaking skills needed to
achieve success at university. This
is for students who wish to excel in
their degree, and for Australia Award
DUELI is a part of Deakin scholarship students.
DUELI is more than an English language

centre; it is part of Deakin University.
As a DUELI student you will have
access to all of Deakin’s facilities and
services, including libraries, health
services, and sport facilities.
deakin.edu.au/ug-dueli
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Find your degree
The rest of this guide explores Deakin’s undergraduate degrees. Identify the entry
requirements and learn about our state-of-the-art facilities, work experience opportunities,
accreditation and more.
Campuses Course fees Course structure

Melbourne Burwood Campus Example: A$30 800 Unit
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus The annual course fee indicates the tuition A unit is normally one trimester long and
fee for two trimesters of full-time study, or most have a value of 1 or 2 credit points.
Geelong Waterfront Campus
8 credit points, unless otherwise indicated.
Warrnambool Campus Additional fees may apply and course fees Credit point
Cloud Campus (online) may be subject to change. All fees are in For each unit you successfully complete,
Australian dollars. you will receive the credit point value
Trimester intakes deakin.edu.au/ug-fees of that unit towards your studies. You
must complete a specified number of
Deakin University uses a trimester system. credit points to obtain your degree. Most
Two trimesters are still equal to a full English requirements
undergraduate degrees require 24 or 32
academic year, but the third trimester Example: IELTS score 6.5/6 credit points.
can offer the opportunity to finish select
IELTS is the International English Language
degrees sooner. Major sequence
Testing System. The numbers reflect the
T1 Trimester 1 (March) minimum overall score required as well A major sequence is a group of related
as the lowest score allowed for any band units in a particular study area or
T2 Trimester 2 (July)
(overall score/lowest band score). Deakin academic discipline. A major can be made
T3 Trimester 3 (November) also accepts the results of other English up of either 6 or 8 units. A successfully
language tests. For more information completed major sequence will be listed
Course duration about English language requirements on your academic transcript.
see page 18.
Course duration in years
Course code
S465 Every Deakin degree has a
corresponding course code for easy
reference and identification.
Visit our website

The course information
throughout this guide is designed
to be used as a companion to the
Deakin website, which contains
more detailed information.
We encourage you to visit
deakin.edu.au/ug-international
or email us with any questions
you might have at
study@deakin.edu.au.
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Deakin degrees
Course code S302 Cloud Campus (online)
Course duration in years Melbourne Burwood Campus
Trimester Geelong Waterfront Campus
Semester Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
Course Years Trimester 2021 annual IELTS score Page

Course Campus
code full‑time intake course fee (AU) required number
Architecture and construction management

Bachelor of Design (Architecture) S342 T1, T2 $33,600 6/6 24
Bachelor of Construction Management S346 * T1, T2 $33,600 6/6 25

(Honours)
Business
Bachelor of Business M325 T1, T2, T3^ $35,600 6/6 27
Bachelor of Business Analytics M340 T1, T2 $35,800 6/6 28
Bachelor of Commerce M300

#
T1, T2, T3~ $35,800 6/6 26
Bachelor of Human Resource M335 ** T1, T2 $35,600 6.5/6 30

Bachelor of Marketing (Psychology) M336 T1, T2 $35,600 6.5/6 31
Bachelor of Property and Real Estate M348 T1, T2 $32,200 6/6 32
Communication and media

Bachelor of Communication A334 T1, T2, T3^ $31,600 6/6 34
(Advertising)
Bachelor of Communication A333 T1, T2, T3~ $31,600 6/6 35
(Digital Media)
(Journalism)
(Public Relations)
Bachelor of Film, Television and A351 T1, T2, T3 $33,600 6/6 33
Animation
Creative arts and writing

Bachelor of Creative Arts (Dance) A356 T1, T2 $33,600 6/6 36
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) A357 T1 $33,600 6/6 36
Bachelor of Creative Arts A352 T1, T2, T3^^ $33,600 6/6 37

(Photography)
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Arts) A359 ## T1, T2 $33,600 6/6 37
Bachelor of Creative Writing A316 T1, T2, T3~ $31,600 6.5/6 37

*
Students have the opportunity to complete this course in three years of full-time study by undertaking units in Trimester 3.
^
This intake is available at Cloud Campus (online) only.
#
Not all major sequences are available at the Warrnambool Campus. Students undertaking units in major sequences that are not available at the Warrnambool Campus may enrol
in units offered in Cloud (online) mode.
~
This intake is available at the Melbourne Burwood and Cloud (online) campuses only.
**
Students enrolled at the Geelong Waterfront in this course will be required to undertake units of study at both the Geelong Warn Ponds and Geelong Waterfront campuses.
^^
This intake is available at the Melbourne Burwood Campus only.
~~
Geelong Waterfront Campus students can take units of study at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
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Course Campus
Design
Bachelor of Design (3D Animation) A343 T1, T2, T3 $32,400 6/6 39
Bachelor of Design A344 T1, T2, T3 $32,400 6/6 39

(Digital Technologies)
Bachelor of Design A345 T1, T2, T3* $32,400 6/6 39
(Visual Communication)
Education and teaching

Bachelor of Education (Early Years) E330 T1, T3^ $30,400 7/6.5 40
Bachelor of Education (Primary) E359 T1 $30,400 7/6.5 40
Bachelor of Health and E377 T1 $30,400 7/6.5 41

Physical Education
Bachelor of Arts/ D303 # T1 $30,200 6/6 42
Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Bachelor of Science/ D304 # T1 $36,000 6/6 42
Engineering
Bachelor of Civil Engineering S460 ~ T1, T2 $36,400 6/6 44
(Honours)
Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics S461 ~ T1, T2 $36,400 6/6 44
Engineering (Honours)
Bachelor of Environmental Engineering S465 T1, T2 $36,400 6/6 45
(Honours)
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering S462 ~ T1, T2 $36,400 6/6 45
(Honours)
Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering S463 ~ T1, T2 $36,400 6/6 45
(Honours)
Health
Bachelor of Health Sciences H300 T1, T2, T3 $32,600 6.5/6 46
Bachelor of Medical Imaging H309 S1** $38,400 7/7 47
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy H355 T1 $38,400 7/7 48
Bachelor of Public Health and H313 T1, T2 $32,600 6.5/6 49

Health Promotion
Bachelor of Social Work H330 T1 $32,600 7/7 50
Bachelor of Vision Science/ D302 ^^ T1 $38,400 ## 7/7 51

Master of Optometry
Humanities and social sciences

Bachelor of Arts A300 T1, T2, T3 $30,200 6/6 52
Bachelor of Criminology A329 T1, T2 $30,200 6/6 53
Bachelor of International Studies A326 T1, T2 $30,200 6/6 54

*
This intake is available at Melbourne Burwood Campus only.
^
Offered to Diploma of Early Childhood Education holders only.
#
Trimester 3 in Year 3 is compulsory for this course.
~
Cloud Campus (online) students will be required to participate in campus-based intensive activities each trimester at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
**
Unlike most Deakin courses, the Bachelor of Medical Imaging runs on a Semester system.
^^
This degree is a 3.5-year accelerated full-time program delivered over 10 consecutive trimesters. This means you will study three trimesters each calendar year.
##
The 2021 course fee for this course is for three trimesters of full-time study in a single calendar year.
Course code S302 Cloud Campus (online)

Course duration in years Melbourne Burwood Campus
Trimester Geelong Waterfront Campus
Semester Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
Warrnambool Campus
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Deakin degrees

Course Campus
Information technology
Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence S308 T1, T2 $34,400 6/6 55
Bachelor of Computer Science S306 T1, T2 $34,400 6/6 56
Bachelor of Cyber Security S334 T1, T2 $34,400 6/6 57
Bachelor of Information Technology S326 T1, T2 $34,400 6/6 58
Bachelor of Software Engineering S464 T1, T2 $34,400 6/6 59

(Honours)
Law
Bachelor of Laws M312 T1, T2* $38,000 7/6.5 60
Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing H326 T1, T2^, T3# $35,200 7/7 62
Bachelor of Nursing/ D355 T1 $35,200 7/7 62

Bachelor of Midwifery
Nutrition
Bachelor of Nutrition Science H315 T1, T2 $36,400 6.5/6 61
Bachelor of Nutrition Science H318 T1 $36,400 6.5/6 61

(Dietetics Pathway)
Psychology
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) A301 T1, T2, T3 $30,200 6.5/6 64
Bachelor of Psychological Science H344 ~ T1, T2 $34,200 6.5/6 65
Science and environment

Bachelor of Biomedical Science S323 T1, T2 $37,400 6/6 68
Bachelor of Environmental Science

(Environmental Management and S398 T1, T2 $37,000 6/6 71
Sustainability)
Bachelor of Environmental Science S399 T1, T2 $37,000 6/6 71
(Marine Biology)
Bachelor of Environmental Science S393 T1, T2 $37,000 6/6 71
(Wildlife and Conservation Biology)
Bachelor of Forensic Science S324 T1, T2 $37,000 6/6 72
Bachelor of Marine Science S337 T1, T2 $37,000 6/6 73
Bachelor of Science S320 T1, T2 $37,000 6/6 67
Bachelor of Zoology and S369 T1, T2 $37,000 6/6 74

Animal Science
Sport
Bachelor of Business M391 T1, T2, T3** $35,800 6/6 75
(Sport Management)
Bachelor of Sport Development M320 T1 $35,800 6/6 76
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science H343 T1, T2 $37,000 6.5/6 77

*
This intake is available at the Melbourne Burwood and Cloud (online) campuses only.
^
This intake is available to: (1) students who are registered as an enrolled nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) (Melbourne Burwood and Geelong
Waterfront campuses only); or (2) students who are a Registered Nurse in their home country and meet the course's recognition of prior learning requirements (Melbourne Burwood
and Geelong Waterfront campuses only).
#
This intake is available to students who are registered as an enrolled nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). Students will study at the Melbourne Burwood
Campus in Trimester 3 then return to their enrolled campus (if this is not the Melbourne Burwood Campus).
~
This campus available for Trimester 1 intake only.
**
This intake available through the Cloud Campus (online) only.
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Bachelor of Design (Architecture)
Course information Course overview Innovative teaching and facilities

Course code: S342 Deakin's Bachelor of Design (Architecture) The School of Architecture and Built
Years (full time): explores the design of our physical Environment has an expansive, modern,
Campus: environments, including residential, and inspiring learning space that has
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) commercial and industrial. You will won three prestigious Australian
2021 annual fee: A$33,600 gain an understanding of the built Institute of Architects awards for design
IELTS score: 6/6 environment, ecosystems and excellence. The a+b studio and workshop
communities to create meaningful and provides students and academics with
Structure sustainable designs for everything from a place to design and build models,
houses to skyscrapers – anywhere in the and encourages experimentation with
24 credit points, including: world. You will produce design concepts technology, materials and processes.
• 19 core units while being challenged to explore These interdisciplinary spaces provide
(totalling 22 credit points) architectural history and philosophy, access to a variety of digital tools with
• 2 elective units building science and the environment, an open plan studio design facilitating
• 2 zero credit-point academic construction technologies, computer- project collaboration.
integrity and safety induction units. aided modelling, drawing, model making,
deakin.edu.au/ug-abe
and digital fabrications.
Careers
Accreditation
Deakin architecture graduates work
across the globe, including China, When followed by successful completion
Dubai, Germany, Norway, the UK of an accredited Master of Architecture,
and the US. Our graduates have the Bachelor of Design (Architecture)
pursued the following roles: 3D is accredited within Australia by the
architectural modeller, architectural Australian Institute of Architects (AIA), the
consultant or designer, building Architects Registration Board of Victoria
designer, draftperson, and design (ARBV) and the Architects Accreditation
coordinator. Council of Australia (AACA). The Bachelor
of Design (Architecture) is also recognised
Related degrees by the Board of Architects Malaysia
(Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia), and
Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/ included on their ‘List of Recognised
Bachelor of Construction Management Architectural Programmes’.
(Honours)
Highly ranked
Deakin is ranked in the Top 200
universities in the world for its
architecture and built environment
courses, based on the QS World
University Rankings. These rankings are
informed by academic and employer
perspectives, as well as research impact.
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Architecture and construction management
Bachelor of Construction
Management (Honours)
Course information Course overview

Course code: S346 Whether large or small, domestic or
Years (full time): * commercial, building projects require a
Campus: manager who understands how projects
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) are delivered on time and within budget.
2021 annual fee: A$33,600 Deakin's Bachelor of Construction
IELTS score: 6/6 Management (Honours) will equip you
with the skills needed for construction
Structure management, estimating, and surveying.
Developing this broad skill set will allow
32 credit points, including: you to manage the many different aspects
• 28 core units of construction projects.
(totalling 29 credit points)
• 3 elective units Accreditation
• 2 zero-credit-point academic
integrity and safety induction units. As a graduate of this professionally
accredited program, your qualifications
will be recognised for practice in
Careers more than 50 countries. The degree is
Potential roles include: construction accredited by the:
manager, contract administrator, • Australian Institute of Building (AIB)
estimator, project manager and • Australian Institute of Quantity
quantity surveyor. Surveyors (AIQS)
• Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
Related degrees • Royal Institution of Chartered
Bachelor of Design (Architecture)/ Surveyors (RICS).
Bachelor of Construction Management
(Honours) Working together
*
Students have the opportunity to complete
Deakin construction management
this course in three years of full-time study by students work closely with our
undertaking units in Trimester 3. architecture students. The insight into
each other's work is invaluable when you
graduate and begin to work together on
real-world projects.
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Course information Course overview Major sequences~

Course code: M300 Deakin's Bachelor of Commerce gives Accounting
Years (full time): you the opportunity to explore almost Economics **
Campus: * ^ every area of business, with majors and Finance ** **
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), minors available in accounting, economics, Financial planning ^ ** **
T3 (November)# finance, marketing and more. You will Food and agribusiness **
2021 annual fee: A$35,800 develop your financial understanding, Human resource management
IELTS score: 6/6 market knowledge, and build your Management
personal and professional skills required Management information systems
Structure to be a confident business leader today **
and in the future. You will develop an Marketing **
24 credit points, including: understanding of the world of business

and be aware of external environments,
~
Minor sequences are also available as part of this
• 8 core units
degree. Students have the option to complete up to
• 8 compulsory units from a including consumer and business markets
two minor sequences. Visit deakin.edu.au for more.
major sequence across domestic and international **
Students will be required to undertake units in
• 8 elective units which enable you to economies. You will also gain knowledge of Cloud (online) mode.
undertake 1 four-unit minor and 4 commercial, contractual and governance
elective units. You can also choose frameworks in modern businesses.
to utilise your 8 elective units to
undertake 2 four-unit minors, or a Professional recognition
second 8 unit major
The Bachelor of Commerce may lead to
• 0-credit-point academic
accreditation with professional bodies,
integrity unit.
including:
Careers • Association of Chartered Certified

Accountants (ACCA)
Graduates have found careers in • Association of Financial Advisors (AFA)
a diverse range of roles, including • Australian Human Resources
accountant, economist, financial Institute (AHRI)
planner, human resource manager, • Australian Marketing Institute (AMI)
international trade officer, marketing • Certified Practising Accountants (CPA)
manager, and social and economic • Chartered Accountants Australia and
policy developer. New Zealand (CAANZ)
• Financial Adviser Standards and
Related degrees Ethics Authority (FASEA)
• Financial Planning Association
• Bachelor of Commerce/
of Australia (FPA)
Bachelor of Arts
• Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Business Analytics
Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of International Studies/
• Bachelor of Nutrition Science/
• Bachelor of Property and Real
Estate/Bachelor of Commerce Should you study
• Bachelor of Public Health and
Health Promotion/Bachelor of Business or Commerce?
Commerce Deakin's Bachelor of Business and
* Students enrolled at the Geelong Waterfront Bachelor of Commerce programs are
Campus cannot commence their studies in both well-regarded degrees that can
Trimester 3. help you start your business career.
^
Not all major sequences are available at the
Warrnambool Campus. Students undertaking The degree you choose will depend
units in major sequences that are not available on what career focus you wish to
in on-campus mode may enrol in units offered
take. Review the major sequences
in Cloud (online) mode.
#
Trimester 3 intake is available at the offered in each course and choose
Melbourne Burwood and Cloud (online) the degree with the major that fits
campuses only.
your career goals.
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Business
Bachelor of Business
Course information Course overview Major sequences

Course code: M325 Deakin's Bachelor of Business gives Business and digital communication
Years (full time): you the opportunity to explore digital ^
Campus: communication, entrepreneurship, event Entrepreneurship and innovation

Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), management, organisational psychology, ^
T3 (November)* retail management and more. By choosing Event management ^
2021 annual fee: A$35,600 a major sequence of interest, you can Organisational psychology #
IELTS score: 6/6 focus your studies and learn what it is to People management ^
be an adaptable business professional in a Project management ^
variety of industries. The degree combines Retail and supply chain management
Structure practical learning with classroom theory ^
24 credit points, including: to prepare graduates for a competitive

and fast-paced work environment. You will
^
Geelong Waterfront Campus students will be
• 10 core units required to undertake some units of study at the
tackle real business problems and engage
• 8 major sequence units Cloud Campus (online).
with like-minded professionals, ensuring
• 6 elective units which may include a #
Geelong Waterfront Campus students will be
you feel confident when entering the required to undertake some units of study at
4-unit minor
workforce upon graduation. Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
integrity unit.
Work experience
Careers This degree will enable you to learn
through real experiences. Work
This degree leads to a variety
Integrated Learning – also known as a
of careers, including business
work experience opportunity – is a key
development manager, events
component of the Bachelor of Business
manager, project manager,
and allows you to connect with the
procurement manager, project
business world. A capstone unit in your
manager, retail and supply chain
final year, which consists of a research
manager, and small business owner.
project or industry internship, offers a
great opportunity to practise and develop
Related degrees professional skills, such as teamwork,
Bachelor of Business/ communication, negotiation, conflict
Bachelor of Arts resolution, decision-making, problem
solving and leadership.
*
This intake available at the Cloud Campus
(online) only.
One of the best business

schools in the world
Deakin Business School is in the top 1%
of business schools globally that hold
both AACSB and EQUIS accreditations.
These prestigious accreditations are
awarded to business schools that meet
strict standards of quality, academic and
professional excellence, and demonstrate
a commitment to ongoing improvement
and innovation in their courses, ensuring
our graduates are employable worldwide.
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Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Business Analytics
is accredited by the Australian
Computer Society (ACS),
recognising that Deakin graduates
will be qualified for professional
practice in information and
communications technology (ICT)
and business analytics.
Bachelor of
Business Analytics
Course information Course overview Practical experience

Course code: M340 ‘Big data’ is a driving force in the modern You will have the opportunity to put
Years (full time): business environment – and it could be your classroom knowledge into practice.
Campus: your pathway to a rewarding career. An internship unit allows you to learn
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) Business analytics looks at the way directly from business analysts in a local
2021 annual fee: A$35,800 businesses structure their information or an international organisation.
IELTS score: 6/6 architecture, and how people and
organisations can use technology to
Structure improve their processes and workflows
and inform how to innovate their products
24 credit points, including: or services. Deakin's Bachelor of Business
• 16 core units Analytics will teach you to use technology
• 8 elective units to analyse, present and support
• 2 zero-credit-point academic decision making using the data held
integrity and induction units. by an organisation.
Through theoretical and hands-on study,
Careers you will learn how to analyse data and
information systems to find solutions to
Typical roles can be found across
common management problems. The
business and scientific fields, and
program explores how to manage data
include: business analysts, business
and uncover its value in the domains
intelligence specialist, computer
of business intelligence, marketing
system analyst, data analyst,
analytics, predictive analytics, operational
information analyst, information
optimisation, and social media analytics.
manager/information officer, market
analyst, predictive modeller.
Related degrees
Bachelor of Commerce/
Bachelor of Business Analytics
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Business
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Bachelor of Human Resource

Course code: M335 Learn about human resources from a You may have the opportunity to
Years (full time): different angle with Deakin's Bachelor participate in industry placements,
Campus: * of Human Resource Management work-based training, community-based
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) (Psychology). By exploring the human learning, or collaborative research training
2021 annual fee: A$35,600 mind in a business context, you will gain a arrangements as part of this degree.
IELTS score: 6.5/6 significant advantage when performing key
organisational functions, from recruitment Professional recognition
Structure and workplace negotiations to creating
high-performance environments. You will The Bachelor of Human Resource
24 credit points, including: come to understand both psychological Management (Psychology) is accredited
science – including why people think and by the Australian Human Resources
• 24 core units (including one
act as they do – and human resources, Institute (AHRI) and Australian Psychology
capstone unit and one work
including how businesses manage, Accreditation Council (APAC)^.
integrated learning unit)
• 0-credit-point academic direct and organise employees to ensure ^
APAC accreditation has been granted for this
integrity unit. engagement and profitability. course without condition until 31 December 2020.
This degree will allow you to pursue Deakin University is expecting APAC re-accreditation
notification in late 2020. For the most up-to-date
Careers careers in both human resources and information visit the Deakin website.
psychology, without having to complete
A diverse range of local and
separate degrees.
international career opportunities exist
for graduates of this degree, including:
employee relations officer, human
resources compensation officer,
human resources consultant, industrial
relations officer, organisational
development consultant, and training
and development officer.
*
Students enrolled at the Geelong Waterfront
Campus will be required to undertake units of
study at both the Geelong Waurn Ponds and
Geelong Waterfront campuses.
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Business
Bachelor of Marketing (Psychology)

Course code: M336 Through Deakin's Bachelor of Marketing You will take advantage of the strong
Years (full time): (Psychology) you will combine principles industry partnerships of both Deakin's
Campus: from marketing and psychology to unlock Business School and School of Psychology
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) creative marketing solutions. You will build to take part in a variety of work experience
2021 annual fee: A$35,600 skills in marketing, psychology, analytics, programs. Opportunities can include:
IELTS score: 6.5/6 digital literacy and business, and bring using emerging technologies and
them all together to develop a deep analytics tools; working on psychology-
Structure understanding of consumer behaviour. led marketing strategies in industry
settings; and completing research reports,
24 credit points, including: Combined expertise in psychology and
presentations and projects that simulate
business disciplines will provide you
• 12 core marketing units real-world scenarios.
with a unique skill set that is in demand
• 12 core psychology units across many industries. This is a major
• 0-credit-point academic competitive advantage as you look to Professional recognition
integrity unit. enter the workforce. The Bachelor of Marketing (Psychology)
is accredited by the Australian Marketing
Careers Institute (AMI) and the Australian
This degree can lead to a range of Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC).
career opportunities, including: Graduates will also be eligible for a one-
communication manager, consumer year credit reduction needed to become a
advocate, customer experience officer, Certified Practicing Marketer by the AMI.
customer insights analyst, digital
marketing director, market researcher,
and media planner.
Further study
• Graduate Diploma of Psychology
(Advanced)
• Master of Psychology (Clinical)
• Master of Psychology
(Organisational)
A pathway to becoming a
registered psychologist
Completion of the Bachelor of
Marketing (Psychology) provides
students with an APAC accredited
three-year degree in psychology.
This allows students to then
undertake additional study in pursuit
of professional registration as a
practising psychologist through the
Psychology Board of Australia. Read
more on page 64 of this guide.
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Business
Bachelor of Property
and Real Estate

Course code: M348 The property industry is one of the
Years (full time): world’s largest employment areas.
Campus: Deakin's Bachelor of Property and Real
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) Estate focuses on all areas of the property
2021 annual fee: A$32,200 and real estate market, with a particular
IELTS score: 6/6 emphasis on investment, property
development, property valuation, market
Structure analysis and property economics. You will
gain the skills you need to forge a career in
24 credit points, including: real estate, and Deakin's strong links with
• 16 core units professional bodies means you will gain
• 8 elective units (which may include the practical experience employers seek.
a 4-credit-point minor sequence)
• 0-credit-point academic Minor sequences
integrity unit.
Wealth management
Finance
Related degrees Sustainability
• Bachelor of Property and Real Global studies
Estate/Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Property and Real Professional recognition
Estate/Bachelor of Laws
The Bachelor of Property and Real
Estate is professionally accredited by the
Careers Australian Property Institute (API) and the
Graduates may find employment as Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
asset managers, land economists, (RICS). Graduates will also meet the
mortgage finance brokers, portfolio academic requirements for membership as
managers, property developers, a Certified Practising Valuer (CPV).
property managers, and property
valuers. Graduates are able to
specialise in all areas of the real
estate market, including commercial
and industrial property, residential
property and other related land uses
in the built environment.
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Communication and media
Bachelor of Film, Television

and Animation
Course information Course overview State-of-the-art facilities

Course code: A351 From documentary and short narrative Get inspired in the Deakin television
Years (full time): fiction to more experimental productions, broadcast studio – a high-definition
Campus: the Bachelor of Film, Television and television studio used by commercial
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), Animation will expose you to a number of broadcasters. You can also learn advanced
T3 (November) production and post-production roles and cinema workflows with our Red Epic 5K
2021 annual fee: A$33,600 practices. The course will teach you how to cameras, the same ones director Peter
IELTS score: 6/6 take a great story and present it through Jackson used to film The Hobbit.
film, TV or animation.
Structure Animation
Work experience opportunities
24 credit points, including: Work experience plays a critical role
Prepare for a career specialising in the
in developing your employability.
• 9 core units (11 credit points) creative and technical fields of animation,
Students who undertake placements
• 7 course electives units film, television, and games design. Learn
and internships are highly sought-after
• 6 elective units the art of storytelling in 2D and access
by employers. Deakin partners with the
• 0-credit-point academic Deakin’s 3D animation program. You
Melbourne Boomers women's national
integrity unit. will develop clever and creative ways of
basketball team to produce a world-first,
manipulating and animating images and
live stream service of Women’s National
Careers will gain an understanding of animation
Basketball League games in Melbourne.
principles and production techniques.
You may find a career in fictional and Students have the opportunity to join
factual production for cinema and Film and television the broadcast crew and gain first-hand
television, or within the corporate, experience delivering professional, live
Explore the professional technologies,
educational and advertising sectors. streamed coverage of a national sporting
creative practices and insightful theories
Graduates of this degree find work in competition.
of screen production within a dynamic
a range of roles, including: animators, setting. Learn the skills to create a variety
audiovisual technicians, camera of genres, from documentary to short
operators, documentary producers, film. You will study scriptwriting, editing,
film and television producers or sound design and cinematography. Being
directors, journalists, film and a multidisciplinary creative form, you can
televisions editors, lighting designers, also tailor your skills and branch out into
presenters, production managers, other areas.
script writers, sound engineers, and
television program coordinators.
Further study
• Bachelor of Film, Television and
Animation (Honours)
• Master of Film and Television
Have a shot at live

broadcasting
Our communication and creative
arts students gain invaluable
industry experience. For
example, our students have been
behind the scenes broadcasting
the Women’s National Basketball
League competition through a
live stream on Fox Sports.
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Communication
Studying communication at Deakin is all about identifying,

creating and analysing different contexts and audiences to
deliver tailored messaging and communications solutions.
Discover the different programs we offer, each allowing
you to focus on an area that interests you.
Experience cutting-edge facilities Bachelor of Communication

Deakin has heavily invested in state-of-the-art facilities so that our communications (Advertising)
students can bring their knowledge and skills from the classroom and apply
them in practical settings. You will have access to a range of impressive Designed to inspire the next generation
learning spaces, including: of big idea thinkers, advertising at
Deakin allows you to understand
• a green-screen studio linked to the newsroom and other creative production suites, complex audiences, analyse media
enabling production of video content effectiveness and master your creative
• a collaborative news production area with an editorial hub, including workstations thinking. To broaden your skills, you
and monitors to stream live TV news channels can choose to study in areas such
• editing booths for audio and audiovisual editing, and to conduct recorded as design, digital media, film and
interviews in acoustically-quiet spaces television, public relations, journalism
• a creative media lab and collaborative workspace and marketing. This degree also offers
• shared computer spaces for students to work together on projects industry-based learning opportunities
• creative spaces for collaborative learning and team projects. that involve real advertising projects
to prepare you for a stimulating
Gain real-life experience career. On completion, you will have
Deakin communication students gain practical experience through work experience a folio of work that demonstrates
initiatives and an internship program, which are embedded throughout the degree. your capabilities and experience to
In the first year you will start working on your professional identity and how to make show employers.
and pursue industry contacts. This will prepare you to undertake an internship in your
chosen industry. Through a specialised third year unit, and after your internship, you Course information
will learn how to think strategically about career readiness and career development. Course code: A334
These experiences, along with your study, will allow you to finalise your resume and Years (full time):
portfolio of work, helping you to graduate with confidence, ready to demonstrate your Campus:
professional skills to employers. Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July),
T3 (November)*
2021 annual fee: A$31,600
IELTS score: 6/6
Structure
24 credit points, including:
Career opportunities • 12 core units
• 6 course elective units
A career in communication could lead
• 6 elective units
nearly anywhere. Fields of work include: • 0-credit-point academic integrity
• advertising, public relations and digital unit.
media agencies
• communication roles in government, Further study
business and not-for-profit organisations • Bachelor of Communication
• creative and design studios (Honours)
• freelancing • Master of Communications
• marketing consultancies
• media agencies Accreditation
• multimedia businesses Deakin's Bachelor of Communication
• newspaper and magazine publishers (Advertising) is accredited by the
• PR and event management International Advertising Association.
• radio and television networks
*
This intake available at Cloud Campus (online)
• web development and social media only.
companies.
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Among the world's best
Deakin has been ranked in
the top 150 universities for
Communication and Media
Studies by the prestigious
university rankings organisation
QS World University Rankings by
Subject. That is in the Top 1% of
all universities worldwide!
Bachelor of Communication Bachelor of Communication Bachelor of Communication

(Digital Media) (Journalism) (Public Relations)
This degree will see you engage in the We live in a fast-paced digital age where Develop a thorough understanding of
examination and creation of digital media news is shared with the masses as it public relations in the digital era and the
content to experience how practitioners happens. This degree will give you the social, administrative, cultural and ethical
operate, respond to, and engage with skills to find a great news story, engage implications of public relations activity.
audiences and stakeholder groups. With with your audience and deliver the This degree will teach you how to help
an emphasis on emerging technologies news across a range of media platforms. organisations build effective relationships
and real-world learning, you will explore You will have the opportunity to with stakeholders operating in an
building social media identities, managing identify, research and plan news and increasingly complex environment. Under
social media in organisations, digital media feature stories, so that you can write, the guidance of academics who are active
entrepreneurship, and much more. In edit and publish them straight from our in their field, you will gain the professional
addition, you can take electives in specific newsroom and creative media labs on skills to conduct strategic and tactical
areas, such as screen production, design, campus. You will be guided by media communication research, writing, planning
journalism, public relations, advertising, practitioners with extensive experience and evaluation. You will also establish
film and television, and more. Combining across print, television, radio and digital links with professionals in the industry,
digital media with these other study areas media, and learn about community work with clients in real-life scenarios and
enhances your career opportunities in a journalism, feature writing, interview undertake work-based internships.
broad range of fields in the media industry. techniques, media law and ethics, news
You will graduate with a dynamic network, reporting and more. Final year students Course information
digital portfolio and strong professional- undertake a program of intensive news
personal brand that will give you a head production in a digital newsroom, so you Course code: A325
start when seeking employment. will graduate with the ability to create Years (full time):
and edit news for print, radio, television, Campus:
or multimedia newsrooms. Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July),
Course information T3 (November)*
Course code: A333 2021 annual fee: A$31,600
Years (full time):
Course information IELTS score: 6/6
Campus: Course code: A331
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), Years (full time): Structure
T3 (November)* Campus:
2021 annual fee: A$31,600 Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), 24 credit points, including:
IELTS score: 6/6 T3 (November)* • 11 core units (12 credit points)
2021 annual fee: A$31,600 • 6 course elective units
Structure IELTS score: 6/6 • 6 elective units
• 0-credit-point academic integrity unit.
Structure
• 11 core units (12 credit points) Further study
• 6 course elective units
• 6 elective units • 12 core units • Bachelor of Communication (Honours)
• 0-credit-point academic integrity unit. • 6 course elective units • Master of Communications
Further study • 0-credit-point academic integrity unit. Accreditation
• Bachelor of Communication (Honours) This degree is accredited by the Public
• Master of Communications
Further study Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA).
*
This intake is available at Melbourne Burwood and
• Bachelor of Communication (Honours) *
Cloud (online) campuses only. • Master of Communications Cloud (online) campuses only.
*
Cloud (online) campuses only.
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Creative Arts and Writing
Pursuing a career in the creative arts will allow you to express

yourself and work with other professionals who share a passion
for creating and creative thinking.
State-of-the-art facilities Bachelor of Creative Arts Bachelor of Creative Arts

You will have the opportunity to work in (Dance) (Drama)
dedicated spaces. Exhibit and perform Immerse yourself in the exciting physical, Master your craft, create new stories
your work in the state-of-the-art Phoenix social and conceptual possibilities of and forge your own unique path as a
Gallery and Theatre, equipped for contemporary dance. You will explore creative in the industry. You will develop
mixed‑media, pop-up installation, dance technique, choreography, history your creative voice and the performance
immersive performance and high-quality and theory. You will learn how dance and the technical skills required to
technical production. intersects with creativity, innovative create new stories, relate to others,
thinking, community enrichment problem solve, and communicate ideas
Everything you need at your and technology. You will also have confidently through speech, physical, and
fingertips opportunities to develop individual and visual expression.
group performance projects.
Students borrow professional-grade
equipment from Deakin's extensive media Course information
resource centre, including lighting and Course information Course code: A357
professional audio gear, digital video Course code: A356 Years (full time):
cameras, and SLR cameras for projects and Years (full time): Campus:
practice. We have a team of technicians Campus: Intake: T1 (March)
who can provide support and expertise. Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) 2021 annual fee: A$33,600
Deakin is one of the first universities in 2021 annual fee: A$33,600 IELTS score: 6/6
the world to offer RED EPIC cameras – the IELTS score: 6/6
digital camera of choice for the world’s Structure
best filmmakers and photographers. Structure 24 credit points, including:
Cross-disciplinary learning • 8 core units (12 credit points)
• 8 core units (12 credit points) • 4 drama discipline units
Deakin's creative arts programs provide
• 4 dance discipline units • 2 course electives
you with the opportunity to collaborate
• 2 course electives • 6 free electives
with students across disciplines. You will
• 6 free electives • 0-credit-point compulsory unit.
be encouraged to explore complementary
• 0-credit-point compulsory unit.
skills to maximise career options, including
specialist electives in other creative arts Careers
disciplines. This encourages innovation Careers Our drama graduates are equipped
and ensures you graduate ready to work Graduates are equipped with the skills with the skills to create and perform
across a wide range of disciplines and with to work across disciplines in a variety of theatre works and to work in a variety
many varied professionals. contexts, including initiating independent of professional theatre contexts.
arts projects, or using their skills and This can include initiating their own
knowledge as dance teachers, which work as independent theatre makers,
are in strong demand both in the school pursuing various roles throughout the
system and in private studios. Careers arts and entertainment industries.
include: community art practice, dance Careers include: actor; theatre director;
education, event, festival and production community art practice; event, festival
management, arts administration and and production management; youth
curation, and dance therapies. theatre; producer.
Further study Further study

Bachelor of Creative Arts (Honours) Bachelor of Creative Arts (Honours)
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Creative arts
Creative arts and
and writing
writing
Bachelor of Creative Arts Bachelor of Creative Arts Bachelor of Creative Writing

(Photography) (Visual Arts) Through Deakin's Bachelor of Creative
In this degree you will develop the Combining art theory and studio Writing you will become a skilful writer,
knowledge, awareness and confidence practice, you will develop your skills gaining expertise across a range of genres
required to enter the workforce as a as a contemporary art practitioner in and styles. You will explore creative non-
creative professional. Using industry- this degree. Through specialised studio fiction, scriptwriting, and poetry, as well
standard equipment in dedicated facilities, practice and opportunities to display your as short and extended fiction writing.
you will experiment, research and develop work in galleries and exhibitions, you You will have access to writing, publishing
your own aesthetic sensibilities. You will will engage with the world through new and editorial internships in Australia and
explore professional analogue and digital and traditional media. You will explore overseas. These experiences help you to
photographic formats, fundamentals painting, drawing, 3D modelling and develop important industry connections
of natural and artificial lighting and installation, public art and performance, and improve your creative practice. You
photographic storytelling. and investigate the interplay between art may also see your work published before
and technology. you graduate with opportunities for
writing and editing in new media,
Course information including Deakin's international writing
Course code: A352
Course information journal Verandah.
Years (full time): Course code: A359
Campus: Years (full time): Course information
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), Campus: *
T3 (November)* Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) Course code: A316

2021 annual fee: A$33,600 2021 annual fee: A$33,600 Years (full time):
IELTS score: 6/6 IELTS score: 6/6 Campus:
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July),
T3 (November)*
Structure Structure 2021 annual fee: A$31,600
24 credit points, including: This course comprises 24 credit points, IELTS score: 6.5/6
including:
• 8 core units (12 credit points)
• 4 photography discipline units • 8 core units (12 credit points) Structure
• 2 course electives • 4 visual arts discipline units 24 credit points, including:
• 6 free electives • 2 course electives
• 0-credit-point compulsory unit. • 6 free electives • 8 core units (12 credit points)
• 0-credit-point compulsory unit. • 8 course elective units
Careers • 0-credit-point academic integrity unit.
Graduates have moved into roles such as
Careers
independent fine arts practitioners; event Graduates are equipped with a dynamic Careers
and sport photographers; commercial skill set, ready for a career in the
studio photographers, including expanding arts industries. You may find As a creative writing graduate, you can
portraiture, fashion and product and work in areas, such as: galleries, arts apply your skills in numerous sectors from
community-based arts; gallery directors administration, arts programming and publishing, media and entertainment
and assistants; and many other fields. development, commercial art and media to finance, health and consumer goods.
publishing, or as an independent artist. Career opportunities include: author, book
editor, copyeditor, journalist, magazine
Further study editor or writer, publisher, scriptwriter,
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Honours)
Further study publisher, scriptwriter, speechwriter,
Bachelor of Creative Arts (Honours) technical writer.
*
This intake available at Melbourne Burwood
Campus only. *
Geelong Waterfront Campus students can take *
This intake available at Melbourne Burwood and
units of study at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus. Cloud (online) campuses only.
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Design
Design can drive business through innovation,

as well as facilitate positive change in society.
Learn the tools and strategies to become a
creative thinker. Deakin offers different design
degrees so you can specialise in an area that
interests you most.
Cross-disciplinary learning
Deakin's design degrees provide you with the opportunity to
collaborate with students across all design disciplines. Students
are encouraged to explore complementary skills to maximise
career options, including specialist electives in design, visual arts,
photography, media, digital technology, advertising, and marketing.
This encourages innovation and ensures you graduate ready for a
career as a well-rounded creative practitioner.
Collaborate with industry partners

Final year design students come together in a dynamic
cross‑disciplinary collaborative project with industry partners.
Students work with non-profit clients to deliver on live industry
briefs contributing to a range of brand development and design
strategy. This project ensures our design students graduate with
industry experience.
Accreditation
Deakin’s design programs are recognised
by the Design Institute of Australia (DIA),
so you can be sure you will remain up-to-
date with the current industry practices
and developments. The DIA also offers
student membership and access to some
of the biggest design events and experts
in the nation.
Student work: Visual Communication

by Dennis Shubham Aditya
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Design
Bachelor of Design Bachelor of Design Bachelor of Design

(3D Animation) (Digital Technologies) (Visual Communication)
This degree embeds animation into This degree combines strong foundations From day one you will be introduced to
design, focusing on the requirements in design thinking and strategies with the professional design world, learning
of the client, and on delivering projects the technical skills required for software and creating in state-of-the-art facilities
to suit industry standards across digital design, user interface design and design with industry leaders. We encourage
platforms. Explore design histories and for augmented and virtual realities. our visual communication students
theories, and develop skills in animation Learn about User Experience (UX), design to shape their ideas into smart and
production by exploring computer graphic strategies, digital technologies and appealing concepts for users, customers
animation (3D CG modelling, character interactive media, to deliver impactful and society as a whole. You will connect
design and rigging, CG lighting and digital solutions for creative and social with industry throughout the program,
rendering) and motion capture techniques. issues in our changing world. Work on with the opportunity to take part in
Throughout the course you will have the real projects with real briefs, and develop regular professional design briefs. Explore
opportunity to work on industry briefs a strong portfolio of work. Explore opportunities for industry internships and
with real-life clients, ensuring you develop technological entrepreneurship and take part in industry collaborations.
a comprehensive portfolio of work. innovation, and specialise in an area that
interests you most. Course information
Course information Course code: A345
Course code: A343
Course information Years (full time):
Years (full time): Course code: A344 Campus:
Campus: Years (full time): Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July),
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), Campus: T3 (November)*
T3 (November) Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), 2021 annual fee: A$32,400
2021 annual fee: A$32,400 T3 (November) IELTS score: 6/6
IELTS score: 6/6 2021 annual fee: A$32,400
IELTS score: 6/6 Structure
Structure 24 credit points, including:
Structure
• 10 core units (totalling 11 credit points)
• 10 core units (totalling 11 credit points) • 7 visual communication units
• 7 x 3D animation units • 15 core units (totalling 16 credit points) • 6 elective units
• 6 elective units • 2 course elective units • 0-credit-point academic integrity unit.
• 0-credit-point academic integrity unit. • 6 elective units
• 0-credit-point academic integrity unit. Careers
Careers Our graduates have worked in advertising,
Graduate ready to work in motion design;
Careers graphic design studios, print houses,
animation, film, television and web Our graduates have worked in creative publishers, corporate companies who host
design; motion capture performance; or agencies, advertising and design studios, in-house design services, government, and
augmented reality and virtual reality. and corporate companies. Graduate with private practices.
skills in new technologies and learn mixed
reality, coding, and user experience
*
This intake available at the Melbourne Burwood
Campus only.
design which are all highly sought after
by employers.
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The CASPer assessment
If you are applying for entry into an initial
teacher education course, you will be required
to complete a test to assess your non-academic
attributes or 'people skills'. CASPer (Computer-
based Assessment for Sampling Personal
Characteristics) is an online, scenario-based
test that assesses your suitability for a teaching
career. For more information on dates and
sample test content, visit deakin.edu.au/casper.
Education
Deakin's education courses Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Education

prepare you to understand (Early Years) (Primary)
This program focuses on contemporary Gain the knowledge, skills,
learners and equip you with issues in children’s learning and understanding and values
the leadership skills you development, curriculum theories and required to teach young people.
discipline knowledge. You will apply your Deakin’s aim is for graduates to be
need to be a professional learning in education settings, allowing professional educators who can
educator. Choose between you to gain experience and confidence as demonstrate that they are classroom-
a teacher in early childhood, preschool ready and able to make a difference in
our early years and primary and primary school settings. students’ learning.
degrees depending on your
area of interest. Course information Course information
Course code: E330 Course code: E359
Years (full time): Years (full time):
Hands-on experience Campus: Campus:
Deakin's professional experience program Intake: T1 (March), T3 (November)* Intake: T1 (March)
gives you real-life teaching experience 2021 annual fee: A$30,400 2021 annual fee: A$30,400
and study credit for your degree. You will IELTS score: 7/6.5 IELTS score: 7/6.5
undertake at least 80 days of placements,
meaning your resume will be filled with Structure Structure
practical know-how and sought-after skills
that employers look for. 32 credit points, including: 32 credit points, including:
• 29 core units • 26 core units
Accreditation • 3 specialisation units • 4 specialisation units
• 0-credit-point academic integrity unit • 2 elective units
Deakin's Bachelor of Education (Early • 2 zero-credit-point units for Literacy • 0-credit-point academic integrity unit
Years) is approved by the Australian and Numeracy Testing for Initial • 2 zero-credit-point units for Literacy
Children’s Education and Care Quality Teacher Education (LANTITE). and Numeracy Testing for Initial
Authority (ACECQA) as an early childhood Teacher Education (LANTITE).
teaching qualification in Australia; and
is accredited by the Victorian Institute Specialisations
of Teaching (VIT) as an initial teacher Aboriginal knowledge
Specialisations
education program against the Australian and experiences Health physical education
professional standards for teachers. Arts education Humanities
Deakin’s Bachelor of Education (Primary) Language and literacy Languages
is accredited with the Victorian Institute Promoting equity, social justice Language and literacy
of Teaching (VIT) as a nationally accredited and inclusivity Mathematics and numeracy
course for the purposes of teacher Science Science
registration in Victoria. The course is the Special education needs
only undergraduate teacher education Careers Visual arts
program in the Australian state of Victoria Graduates may work as early childhood
to be accredited with the International teachers, coordinators or advisers, and Careers
Baccalaureate Organisation to offer a primary teachers working with students As a Deakin graduate, you may find
recognised pathway for teaching in the IB from birth to age eight. Careers can employment as a teacher within the
Primary Years Program. been found in community service, private or public education sectors.
Both courses will prepare you to meet all early childhood facilities, education Opportunities also exist in government
requirements to register with the VIT. organisations, government agencies, agencies, community services and not-
and not-for-profit organisations. for-profit organisations.
*
This intake is offered to Diploma of Early
Childhood Education holders only.
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Bachelor of Health and

Physical Education
Course information Course overview Accreditation

Course code: E377 Deakin's Bachelor of Health and Physical Deakin’s Bachelor of Health and Physical
Years (full time): Education will prepare you for a career Education has been approved by the
Campus: teaching health and physical education Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) for
Intake: T1 (March) in secondary schools. You will explore the purposes of teacher registration in
2021 annual fee: A$30,400 areas such as applied sports science, Victoria. Graduates intending to apply
IELTS score: 7/6.5 biomechanics, motor learning and for registration in the Australian state
development, exercise physiology, health of Victoria should carefully check all
Structure and human development, nutrition, and requirements relating to this process
education. You will learn how to create specified at vit.vic.edu.au.
32 credit points, including: safe, inclusive and engaging learning
• 26 core units environments to provide learning
• 4 credit points of discipline study in experiences that support lifelong health
a third teaching method area and physical activity.
• 2 credit points of curriculum study
in the third teaching method area Professional experience
• 2 zero-credit-point compulsory
In all four years of the course you will
units
undertake professional work placements,
• 2 zero-credit-point units for Literacy
first in primary, then in secondary school
and Numeracy Testing for Initial
settings. This gives you the chance to
Teacher Education (LANTITE).
apply your learning in a real-life teaching
Students must also complete an role with the support of a qualified and
Emergency First Aid Certificate experienced teacher. By the end of
(Level 2) and AUSTSWIM qualifications this degree, you will have completed
prior to graduation. 80 days of supervised professional
experience placements.
Careers
Deakin graduates may choose to work
as secondary health and physical
education professionals, or move into ranked 32nd in the world
areas such as sports management,
recreation and fitness, community and
Deakin is ranked in the Top 32
government agencies, professional universities in the world for its
coaching positions, as well as into education courses, based on the
private academies and agencies. 2019 QS World University Rankings
by Subject, which are informed by
academic and employer reputation,
as well as research impact.
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Secondary teaching
Deakin’s unique combined Bachelor of Arts/ Bachelor of Science/

secondary education Master of Teaching (Secondary) Master of Teaching (Secondary)
This combined degree prepares This degree combines a postgraduate
degrees allow you to graduates with the knowledge and teaching qualification with
specialise in arts or science professional skills required to be a undergraduate discipline studies in the
secondary school teacher, teaching from sciences. It prepares graduates with
while gaining your secondary junior secondary to high school levels. the discipline-specific knowledge and
teaching qualification. You Combine teaching and the arts, and go standards required to be a secondary
on valuable school placements to help school teacher, from junior secondary to
will learn to teach subjects you discover your interests as a future senior secondary levels. The fast-tracked
from junior secondary to teacher. The fast-tracked postgraduate postgraduate level of study allows for
level of study means that graduates are some units to be undertaken in Trimester
senior secondary school. ready to teach after just four years. 3 so that graduates are ready to teach
after just four years.
Professional experience Course information
Deakin’s aim is for graduates to be Course code: D303
Course information
professional educators who can Years (full time): ^ Course code: D304
demonstrate that they are classroom- Campus: Years (full time): ^
ready and able to make a difference in Intake: T1 (March) Campus:
students’ learning. You will be supported 2021 annual fee: A$30,200 Intake: T1 (March)
in your learning through Deakin’s IELTS score: 6/6 2021 annual fee: A$36,000
Professional Experience Program, IELTS score: 6/6
which includes 60 days of supervised Structure
professional experience placements. Structure
Careers Bachelor level studies:
Graduates of Deakin's secondary teaching • 2 arts major sequences Bachelor level studies:
degrees may find careers in secondary (totalling 16 credit points) • 7 core science units
schools, government departments, the • 4 elective units from another • 2 science units
public service, TAFE and adult community group of arts majors • 1 six-credit-point science major
education institutions, health and welfare • 4 course elective units. sequence
organisations, as well as in private • 5 science major sequence units
academies and agencies. Bachelor of Postgraduate level studies: • 4 credit points from selected list
Arts/Master of Teaching (Secondary) • 7 core teaching units (8 credit points) • 2 zero-credit-point compulsory units.
graduates have the opportunity to work • 4 curriculum study units
in arts-related areas, such as youth work • 0-credit-point compulsory unit Postgraduate level studies:
and community development programs. • 2 zero-credit-point units for Literacy • 7 core teaching units (8 credit points)
Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching and Numeracy Testing for Initial • 4 curriculum study units
(Secondary) graduates have opportunities Teacher Education (LANTITE). • 0-credit-point compulsory unit
to work in science-related areas, such as • 2 zero-credit-point units for Literacy
science writing and interpretation; public- and Numeracy Testing for Initial
Teaching specialist areas
sector positions, such as with conservation Teacher Education (LANTITE).
groups; and in other research positions. Anthropology
Arabic
Children's literature
Teaching specialist areas
Accreditation
Chinese Alongside core education studies, you
Our combined secondary education Drama will complete studies in two teaching
courses are accredited with the Victorian History specialist areas. Choose from:
Institute of Teaching (VIT) as nationally Indonesian
accredited courses for the purposes of Biology
Literary Studies Chemistry
teacher registration in the Australian state Media Studies
of Victoria. These courses will prepare you Environmental science
Philosophy General science
to meet all requirements to register with Photography
the VIT. Geography
Politics and Policy Studies Mathematics
Sociology
Spanish ^
Trimester 3 in Year 3 is compulsory for
Visual Arts this course.
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Engineering
Engineering Choose your degree

Deakin offers five undergraduate
engineering programs and the
degree you choose will depend
on your area of interest. See
Develop the engineering expertise to design roads, power the next page to explore your
generation and complex mechanical systems. Tackle real- engineering study options.
world engineering problems in collaborative projects with
industry partners and through work placements.
Practical learning World-class facilities

Gain practical learning experiences Access world-class facilities located within
throughout your engineering course the engineering precinct at the Geelong
with our innovative and student-centred Waurn Ponds Campus, including some of
teaching method: Project-oriented design- the most advanced and future-focused
based learning (PODBL). In collaboration systems, laboratories and learning spaces
with industry, PODBL is a key feature of in the Australian sector. Our civil and
our engineering degrees. You will learn via environmental engineering spaces contain
team-based projects, taking real‑world versatile equipment and technologies,
industry problems, and designing, ensuring you gain practical experience and
researching, testing and evaluating a deeper understanding.
solutions with the support of an academic. deakin.edu.au/ug-eng-facilities.
Professional Engineering Practice
is also a compulsory unit in many
undergraduate engineering degrees
at Deakin. You will gain a minimum of
60 days of work experience in one or
more organisations, giving you insight
into your future career options.
Accreditation
The School of Engineering’s long-standing
partnership with Engineers Australia is
an important relationship and informs
our teaching program. This ensures
our curriculum is relevant and that
you will graduate with the skill set that
employers want. Study civil, electrical and
electronics, mechanical or mechatronics
engineering and you will get a degree
that is professionally accredited and
internationally recognised – so you will be
able to practise as a professional engineer
in numerous countries around the world.
Highly ranked
Deakin is ranked in the Top 1%
worldwide for Engineering and
Technology by Times Higher
Education, which is a reflection
of the University's high-quality
engineering programs.
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Join the Peer Support Program
The Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment
offers a Peer Support Program as part of its commitment to
providing new students with the best possible transition into
university life. By joining the program, you will receive support
and guidance from students who are more experienced.
They will help you become familiar with the support services
and facilities available, while gaining useful tips about studying
at Deakin. Visit deakin.edu.au/sebe/ug-peer-support.
Bachelor of Civil Engineering Bachelor of Electrical and

(Honours)* Electronics Engineering
Civil engineers are responsible for the (Honours)*
planning, design, construction and project Deakin's Bachelor of Electrical and
management of buildings and roads, Electronic Engineering (Honours) covers
airports and railways, water resources many disciplines, including renewable
management, and other infrastructure power generation and grid integration
systems. The Bachelor of Civil Engineering of renewable energy sources; smart
(Honours) gives you the building blocks distribution and transmission; urban,
to plan, design, construct and maintain industrial, rural and regional power usage;
the infrastructure systems that are and energy efficiency and intelligent
necessary in our day-to-day lives. It covers demand management.
the broad range of civil engineering
disciplines, including engineering The course encourages the responsible use
materials, structural engineering, water of electrical power in a changing climate,
engineering, geotechnical engineering and you will get the hands-on experience
and road and transport engineering. and theoretical knowledge needed to work
in energy production in a changing world.
Course information
Course information
Course code: S460
Years (full time): Course code: S461
Campus: ^ Years (full time):
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) Campus: ^
2021 annual fee: A$36,400 Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July)

IELTS score: 6/6 2021 annual fee: A$36,400
IELTS score: 6/6
Structure
Structure
• 31 core units
• 1 elective unit • 31 core units
• 3 zero-credit-point-units relating • 1 elective unit
to safety and project orientated • 3 zero-credit-point-units relating
learning, work placements and to safety and project orientated
academic integrity. learning, work placements and
academic integrity.
Careers
Careers
Employers seek out Deakin graduates
for their forward thinking, innovation Employment opportunities exist
and entrepreneurial qualities. As a civil as an electrical design engineer,
engineering graduate, you may gain telecommunications engineer, industrial
employment with government bodies engineer, electronic test engineer, design
and departments, consulting firms, engineer, special effects technician,
water authorities, road authorities robotics engineer and technician,
and public works. automotive electrician, and multimedia
systems specialist.
Related degrees *
High School Mathematics is an entry requirement
for this course.
Bachelor of Construction Management ^
Cloud Campus (online) students will be required to
(Honours) participate in campus-based intensive activities each
trimester at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
*
for this course.
^
participate in campus-based intensive activities each
trimester at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
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Engineering
Bachelor of Environmental Bachelor of Mechanical Bachelor of Mechatronics

Engineering (Honours)* Engineering (Honours)* Engineering (Honours)*
Graduate industry-ready to tackle global Mechanical engineering applies Mechatronics teaches you how to
environmental issues, such as climate science and technology to the design, combine electronic devices with
change, sustainability, and pollution when production and operation of systems, mechanical design and information
you study environmental engineering at mechanical devices and machinery. technology. You will learn to design and
Deakin. Gain a broad knowledge across This program will allow you to apply build applications, such as the automation
the industry, with solutions-led technical theory in industry-relevant projects, of industrial processes, flying drones,
and professional skills to put you in high combining project management skills 3D printers, robotics and self-driving
demand in this future-focussed field. with numerical simulation techniques, cars. In second year you will design
You will discover the natural and physical product realisation and testing. You a robot for potential entry into the
sciences involved in environmental will cover many mechanical disciplines, Warman Competition. And in third year
engineering and apply them to a broad including machine design, thermo- you will design and build ‘sumo robots’
range of problems, including waste fluids, structural design and industrial that need to outsmart, overpower and
management, the development of water control, while developing skills in project outmanoeuvre the competition. The
engineering solutions, air pollution management, communication and Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering
mitigation, the design of infrastructure, financial management. You will also (Honours) will develop your skills in
and much more. explore product and process modelling, entrepreneurship, innovation, project
and how to design for sustainability. management, technical report writing and
Course information more. You will come to understand ethics
Course information within the engineering profession, and
Course code: S465 technical and professional issues within
Years (full time): Course code: S462 the industry.
Campus: Years (full time):
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) Campus: ^
2021 annual fee: A$36,400 Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July)

Course information
IELTS score: 6/6 2021 annual fee: A$36,400 Course code: S463
IELTS score: 6/6 Years (full time):
Structure Campus: ^
Structure Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July)

32 credit points, Including: 2021 annual fee: A$36,400
32 credit points, including: IELTS score: 6/6
• 31 core units
• 1 elective unit • 31 core units
• 4 zero-credit-point-units relating • 1 elective unit Structure
to safety and project orientated • 3 zero-credit-point-units relating
learning, work placements, and to safety and project orientated
academic integrity. learning, work placements and • 30 core units
academic integrity. • 2 elective units
Careers • 3 zero-credit-point-units relating
Careers to safety and project orientated
Employment opportunities exist in learning, work placements and
roles such as: waterway manager, Today, mechanical engineers lend their academic integrity.
green design engineer, stormwater skills to the development of almost every
engineer, environmental health officer, design imaginable – especially complex
hazardous waste manager, natural products like cars, robots and aeroplanes.
Careers
resource manager, sustainability analyst, Employment opportunities exist in Employment opportunities as a
and sustainability consultant. areas such as: product development, mechatronics engineer are diverse. They
biomedicine, aerospace, automotive, include roles such as: biomedical service
*
High School Mathematics is an entry requirement mining, railroad, research and design, and engineer, control systems engineers,
for this course.
control and systems design. automation engineer, electronics test
engineer, and robotics engineer.
*
for this course. *
^
Cloud Campus (online) students will be required for this course.
to participate in campus-based intensive activities ^
Cloud Campus (online) students will be required
each trimester at the Geelong Waurn Ponds to participate in campus-based intensive activities
Campus. each trimester at the Geelong Waurn Ponds
Campus.
Graduates in
high demand
With an international skills
shortage in the engineering
industry, and roles expected
to rise significantly in the next
five years, Deakin graduates
are in demand both in
Australia and other countries.
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Bachelor of Health Sciences

Course code: H300 Deakin's Bachelor of Health Sciences
Years (full time): will enable you to explore the many
Campus: areas of the health and human services
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), sector. It focuses on improving the health
T3 (November) and wellbeing of people in local and
2021 annual fee: A$32,600 global communities. By choosing major
IELTS score: 6.5/6 sequences of study, you will tailor your
degree to the areas of health you wish
Structure to focus on. The major sequences and
electives you choose may allow you to
24 credit points, including: consolidate your knowledge and skills
• 6 core units through a work placement or volunteer
• 2 major sequences unit. These opportunities will help you gain
(totalling 6 credit points each) the industry connections and professional
• 6 electives experience to build an impressive resume.
integrity unit. Major sequences
Careers Disability and inclusion
Environmental health
Depending on the major sequences you Exercise science *
choose and your choice of electives, Family, society and health

you could be qualified to work in Food studies
roles such as case manager, disability Health and sustainability
support planner, family/community/ Health promotion
refugee/project officer, environmental Medical biotechnology
and sustainability officer, policy Nutrition ^
advisor, exercise specialist, food Physical activity and health ^
and nutrition policy developer, food Psychological science#

scientist, health educator or counsellor, Psychology for professional
health and sports marketer, health development#
promotion officer, international
aid worker, lifestyle and wellness *
professional, medical biotechnology attend some campus-based activities.
researcher, nutrition and health
^
Some units are available in the Cloud Campus
(online).
promotion coordinator, community #
Individual units may not be available at every
engagement officer, and regional campus.
health services planner.
Related degrees
Bachelor of Health Sciences/Bachelor
of Arts
Further study
• Bachelor of Health Sciences
(Honours)
• Bachelor of Health and Medical
Science (Honours)
• Master of Health Promotion
• Master of Nutrition and
Population Health
• Master of Public Health
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Health
Work experience
From your first year of study you will start
clinical placements, allowing you to develop
clinical skills under the supervision of
experienced practitioners. You will work in
a range of settings, including hospitals and
private radiology clinics throughout Australia.
You will further strengthen your skills in our
Bachelor of state-of-the-art medical imaging training unit

at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
Medical Imaging
Note: All students are required to undertake a National
Police Check and Working with Children Check prior to
commencing clinical placement.
Course information Course overview Accreditation

Course code: H309 Otherwise known as medical diagnostic Deakin’s Bachelor of Medical Imaging
Years (full time): radiography, medical imaging is is accredited by the Australian Health
Campus: the technique of creating visual Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Intake: S1* representations of the internal organs Once you graduate, you will be eligible to
2021 annual fee: A$38,400 of the body for clinical analysis and receive AHPRA registration as a Medical
IELTS score: 7/7 medical intervention. Radiation Practitioner, which enables you
to work in a range of medical imaging
Deakin's Bachelor of Medical Imaging
Structure settings across Australia.
will launch your career as a registered
32 credit points (all units are core diagnostic radiographer. You will use the
units), and a 0-credit-point academic latest in medical equipment to learn basic
integrity unit. x-ray techniques before advancing to more
complex medical imaging procedures.
These include computed tomography
Careers (CT), digital vascular imaging, general
A degree in medical imaging prepares radiography, mammography, and magnetic
you for careers in hospital radiology resonance imaging (MRI). Supporting this
departments, specialist medical exposure to industry-grade equipment
facilities, and private radiology and techniques, you will participate
practices. As a graduate, you will be in extensive clinical practice in clinical
eligible to work as a skilled practitioner centres nationally, as well as at Deakin's
across the broad range of diagnostic own state-of-the-art medical imaging
medical imaging, including general teaching laboratory. You will also learn
radiography, CT, fluoroscopy, and MRI. about professionalism, communication,
and the ethical and legal aspects of
*
Unlike most Deakin courses, the Bachelor of healthcare, which will inform and support
Medical Imaging runs on a Semester system.
your future clinical practice.
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Bachelor of
Occupational Therapy
Course overview
Course information Careers Occupational therapy enables people
Course code: H355 As a graduate you will be able to assist to lead active, healthy and productive
Years (full time): people of all ages to engage in any aspect lives. Deakin's Bachelor of Occupational
Campus: of daily living – helping them to achieve Therapy will prepare you to identify
Intake: T1 (March) independence at home, at work and in people’s strengths and limitations, and the
2021 annual fee: A$38,400 the community, as well as enhancing role these play on their ability to achieve
IELTS score: 7/7 their quality of life. For example, their goals. You will gain the knowledge
you may work with a person with an and skills to improve people’s ability to
Structure intellectual disability; support an older participate in activities and occupations
adult living at home; or with someone that are meaningful to them. You will gain
returning to work after having lived with the expertise to implement a range of
• 29 core units a mental illness. You may work in diverse evidence-based interventions for people
• 1 selective unit health organisations both public and who live with a range of health limitations,
• 2 credit points of elective units private, including schools, community- including those caused by injury, illness,
• 0-credit-point academic based organisations, workplaces, developmental or environmental barriers.
integrity unit. government agencies, higher education,
and research. No matter where you work Work experience
as an occupational therapist, you will
You will complete over 1000 hours of
make a difference in your clients’ lives.
placements throughout this program,
starting in year one. Placements are
completed in a range of settings, including
schools, hospitals, community health
organisations and industry. During these
placements you can play a meaningful
role in a variety of activities. These include
completing assessments, developing and
implementing intervention plans with
your clients, developing and evaluating
projects, preparing discharge plans,
and working with your clients and their
family or employer to ensure optimal
occupational participations.
Accreditation
Deakin’s Bachelor of
Occupational Therapy is
accredited by Occupational
Therapy Australia, the
Occupational Therapy Council,
and the World Federation
of Occupational Therapists,
enabling you to work in
Australia and around the world.
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Health
Bachelor of Public Health

and Health Promotion
Course overview
Course information Understand and act on the factors
Course code: H313 that cause poor health, and those that
Years (full time): create and sustain good health. Through
Campus: Deakin's Bachelor of Public Health and
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) Health Promotion, you will learn about
2021 annual fee: A$32,600 a range of approaches to address the
IELTS score: 6.5/6 causes of poor health within populations,
including community engagement, policy
development, research, education, and the
Structure media. Practical work placements give you
24 credit points, including: the chance to gain valuable experience
• 16 core units and further develop your expertise in
• 8 elective units the field.
integrity unit. Work experience
Work experience is a core feature of
Careers this course. For example, the capstone
Graduates may work as a community experience is a 120‑hour field education
development coordinator, health placement that provides you with an
policy developer, health promotion opportunity to transfer your knowledge
officer, heath researcher, program and skills to a practical setting, where you
development coordinator, program can further your learning through realistic
evaluator, social planning officer, or field experience. These placements enable
women's health officer. Employment you to consolidate your skills under the
areas may include healthy eating, supervision of qualified practitioners,
mental health, physical activity which will assist you to be work-ready
and environment health, social when you graduate.
inclusion, chronic illness (such as
asthma, arthritis, heart disease), Professional recognition
and women’s health.
Graduates may be eligible to become
members of the Public Health Association
Related degrees of Australia (PHAA) and the Australian
• Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Health Promotion Association (AHPA).
Public Health and Health Promotion
Health Promotion/
Further study
Health Promotion (Honours)
• Master of Health Promotion
• Master of Nutrition and
Population Health
• Master of Public Health
Among the best

Deakin is ranked in the Top 1% of
universities worldwide for Public
Health by ShanghaiRankings. This
means you can be confident that
your Deakin degree will be well
respected by future employers.
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Bachelor of Social Work

Course code: H330 Social work focuses on human rights
Years (full time): and social justice. You will work with
Campus: individuals, families and communities to
Intake: T1 (March) improve wellbeing, address inequality and
2021 annual fee: A$32,600 enrich lives. Deakin's Bachelor of Social
IELTS score: 7/7 Work will give you an understanding of
policy, socioeconomic factors and social
Structure justice issues. You will become familiar
with a range of social research methods
32 credit points, including: and learn how to design and conduct
• 29 core units research directly relevant to social
• 3 elective units work practice.
integrity unit. Work experience
Careers Work placements provide an opportunity
for students to learn under the supervision
You may be involved in policy of qualified social work practitioners.
development and research, During the course there is a minimum
counselling, family therapy, drug of 1000 hours of work placements
and alcohol counselling, community conducted in a variety of communities
development and refugee assistance. and workplaces in metropolitan and
Social workers also work as program regional settings.
managers or coordinators, and as
advocates, facilitators, activists or Professional
consultants. You may work in
specialist areas such as health,
recognition
housing or education, or with groups Deakin’s Bachelor of Social
such as the aged, women, youth or Work is an Australian
multicultural populations. Association of Social Workers
(AASW) accredited qualification.
Students completing the
course are eligible to apply for
membership of AASW and can
practise throughout Australia.
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Health
Bachelor of Vision Science/

Master of Optometry
Course information Course overview Work experience

Course code: D302 Deakin offers Australia’s first accelerated Clinical placements are an integral part of
Years (full time): *
optometry course. You complete the this degree. You will undertake a variety of
Campus: five‑year degree in just 3.5 years by short-term clinical placements and spend
Intake: T1 (March) studying three trimesters per year. Learn the final six months of the course as a
2021 annual fee: A$38,400^ how to manage the health and function ‘student resident’ in a clinical optometric
IELTS score: 7/7 of the eyes and visual system, and to and medical setting. These rotations take
diagnose and manage a range of ocular place in both metropolitan and regional
Structure conditions. The Bachelor of Vision Science/ or rural settings and will enable you to
Master of Optometry will see you graduate apply your knowledge and skills under the
40 credit points, including: as a qualified optometrist. You will learn supervision of qualified optometrists.
• 22 core units about visual health issues and their impact
• 2 zero-credit-point compulsory at local and international levels. Professional recognition
units. The program focuses on case-based Graduates of Deakin's Bachelor of
and team-based learning, and offers Vision Science/Master of Optometry are
Careers an extensive, fully-equipped clinical eligible to apply for registration with the
Deakin optometry graduates are skills facility. You will explore clinical, Australian Health Practitioner Regulation
well prepared for employment in commercial and professional domains in Agency (AHPRA) and as Medicare Service
a diverse range of work settings, optometry. Throughout your studies you Providers. This course is accredited by the
including private practice, corporate will explore elements from the health, Optometry Council of Australia and
and community settings, health medical and vision sciences, as well as New Zealand (OCANZ).
services, hospitals, non-government business and management.
organisations, research institutes,
government, and tertiary education State-of-the-art facilities
institutions. Career opportunities
include private and public eye care; During the first three years of the
research and education; and special program, you will be based at the Regional
interests within optometry, such as and Community Health Hub (REACH)
myopia control, dry eye management, facility at the Geelong Waurn Ponds
low vision, and paediatric vision. Campus, which includes a fully-equipped
clinical skills laboratory and a full-scale
*
This degree is a 3.5-year accelerated full- optometry practice that allows for
time program delivered over 10 consecutive simulation-based learning, examinations
trimesters. This means you will study three and research.
trimesters each calendar year.
^
The 2021 course fee is for three trimesters of
full-time study in a single calendar year.
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Bachelor of Arts

Course code: A300 Deakin's Bachelor of Arts degree offers
Years (full time): many opportunities, allowing you to keep
Campus: your career options open and design
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), your course around your interests. All
T3 (November) arts majors are taught as a combination
2021 annual fee: A$30,200 of practical and theoretical learning,
IELTS score: 6/6 with many areas of study offering work
experience opportunities. You will
Structure develop specialist knowledge in your
chosen disciplines and learn how to apply
24 credit points, including: critical, creative and strategic thinking to
• 2 major sequences of at least 8 real-world issues. This course equips you
credit points each, OR with transferable skills in communication,
• 1 major of at least 8 credit points research, analysis and problem-solving,
and 1 minor of at least 4 credit making you highly employable across a
points, PLUS range of industries.
integrity unit Major sequences* Minor sequences
• Remaining credit points may be
Advertising Buddhist studies
used to undertake additional major
Anthropology Design
or minor sequences, or electives.
Arabic Film, television and animation
Children’s literature Islamic studies
Careers Chinese^ Professional experience and practice
Graduates may find careers in Creative writing Sport and society
administration, advertising, business, Criminology Sustainability and society
communication, community services, Dance#
criminal justice, ethnic affairs, Drama#
finance, GLAM sector, government, Digital Media
human rights, journalism, marketing, Education
media, multimedia, not-for-profits, Gender and sexuality studies
performing and visual arts, personnel Geography and society
and industrial relations, photography, History
policing, policy development, politics, Indonesian
public relations, publishing, research, International relations
social work, and tourism. Journalism
Language and culture studies ^
Related degrees Literary studies

Media studies
• Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Middle East studies
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws Philosophy
• Bachelor of Arts/ Photography#
Bachelor of Science Politics and policy studies
• Bachelor of Arts/ Public relations
Master of International Relations Religious studies
• Bachelor of Arts/ Sociology ~
Master of Teaching (Secondary) Spanish
• Bachelor of Business/ Visual arts#
Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Commerce/ *
All majors except dance, and language and cultural
Bachelor of Arts studies can be taken as minors.
• Bachelor of Health Sciences/
^
A full major sequence in Chinese is not available at Tailor your degree
the Cloud Campus (online).
Bachelor of Arts #
Students wishing to complete multiple majors This degree offers a wide
under creative arts are recommended to apply for a range of major sequences
Further study Bachelor of Creative Arts.
~
Offered to Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
allowing you to choose an
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) students by combination of online and campus- area of study that suits your
• Bachelor of Arts - Advanced based learning. career aspirations. Choosing
(Honours) a major sequence means
you can focus your studies
on that particular area, and
pursue further studies or a
career in that area.
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A quality degree
Deakin's Bachelor of Criminology
is the most established program
of its kind in the Australian state
of Victoria, and is designed in
conjunction with professional
bodies, including Victoria Police
and the Australian Criminal
Intelligence Commission.
Bachelor of Criminology

Course code: A329 Learn the who, why and how of crime with
Years (full time): Deakin’s Bachelor of Criminology. The
Campus: program combines theory and practical
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) learning so that you graduate armed
2021 annual fee: A$30,200 with the critical thinking skills to take on
IELTS score: 6/6 criminal justice issues. You will learn how
to understand the inner workings and
Structure impacts of criminal behaviour and various
responses to it, from environmental crime
24 credit points, including: to terrorism. You will learn how to use this
• At least 12 credit points of understanding when making decisions
criminology units within the criminal justice system.
• Up to 12 credit points of elective
units Practical experience
Get a head start in your career with
integrity unit.
real‑world criminology work experience
during this degree. You will receive
Careers course credit and develop valuable
Potential career opportunities await industry connections through internship
in both the public and private sector. opportunities in areas, including:
Graduates can look forward to a • community corrections
diverse and challenging career in • health and human services
roles including: criminal intelligence • judicial and police placements
analysts, police development • criminology and security in the
specialists, correctional officers private sector
(including community correctional • government.
officers), crime reporters, crime data
analysts, criminologists, criminal justice
oversight and accountability specialists
and federal policing roles (requires
further study and/or experience).
Related degrees
• Bachelor of Criminology/
Bachelor of Cyber Security
Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Bachelor of Forensic Science/
Bachelor of Criminology
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Bachelor of
International Studies

Course code: A326 Experience other cultures and build Anthropology
Years (full time): a global career by studying Deakin’s Arabic
Campus: Bachelor of International Studies. This Chinese*
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) experience-rich course is designed to Indonesian
2021 annual fee: A$30,200 give you a deep understanding of the International relations
IELTS score: 6/6 international forces that are shaping the Language and culture studies *
world today. Middle East studies

Structure If you have an interest in other cultures, Politics and policy studies
languages and different perspectives, this Spanish
degree will allow you to turn your passion
• 6 core units into a rewarding career. You will gain first- Be a global scholar
• 1 major sequence hand experience in other countries and Deakin also offers the Bachelor of
• No more than 8 credit points taken cultures, and develop the skills required to International Studies (Global Scholar),
outside the Faculty of Arts and pursue an international career. which is designed for high-achieving
Education
students who want to combine study and
• 2 credit points of approved
international experience
International experience travel and proactively build a global career
You will take part in an approved from the very start of their studies. You
international experience that will will develop intercultural competencies,
integrity unit.
gain you credit towards your degree. transversal skills, and important skills
Opportunities include: of analysis, critical thinking and
Careers reflection – all of which are essential
Our graduates work in a wide • trimester of study at an overseas for effective personal and professional
range of fields, including local and university exchange partner operation in international environments.
national government, diplomacy • international internship You will complete an international
and foreign affairs, international • in-country language program (in experience, supported by the award of
aid and development, the business Chinese, Indonesian, Arabic or Spanish) a A$3000 scholarship.#
sector (communications, human • study abroad program
resources, analysts, marketing), law, • two credit points of consecutive ^
A full major sequence in Chinese is not available at
language units other than an the Cloud Campus (online).
international education, and social #
Quotas apply per intake and places are subject to
entrepreneurship. in‑country language.
availability. The A$3000 grant is paid to students
once their international internship (unit AIS330 or
AIS331) placement and enrolment is confirmed.
Related degrees
• Bachelor of International Studies
(Global Scholar)
• Bachelor of International Studies/
• Bachelor of Laws/
Bachelor of International Studies
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Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence
Course information* Course overview Robotics and Internet of Things

Course code: S308 Artificial intelligence (AI) is making a (RIOT) lab
Years (full time): huge impact across many industries Deakin’s RIOT lab is a state-of-the-art
Campus: and is redefining how organisations facility with the latest in computing,
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) operate. It allows us to harness the power robotics and cyber-physical systems.
2021 annual fee: A$34,400 of machines to implement intelligent Students use this facility to work hands
IELTS score: 6/6 automation and eliminate time-consuming on and explore the use of artificial
manual processes. Organisations are intelligence across a range of settings.
Structure now investing heavily in AI technology
and this is creating a demand for skilled
24 credit points, including: professionals. Deakin’s Bachelor of
• 20 core units Artificial Intelligence will equip you with
• 4 elective units the knowledge and skills necessary to
• 3 zero-credit-point units (safety design, develop, and evolve software
induction, work placements and solutions that take advantage of the latest
academic integrity). advances in artificial intelligence.
Careers Work experience

The field of AI offers an exciting This degree includes a compulsory work
future as more industries spend time placement where you will be required
and money on improving what they to undertake a minimum of 100 hours
do through learned behaviour and in industry, providing professional work
automation. Graduates are equipped experience with an approved host
to work on the design, development organisation. Elective units may also
and operation of software solutions provide additional opportunities for
involving AI across a broad range work experience.
of industry sectors. You may find
employment in roles such as a data
scientist, data analyst, AI technology
software engineer, or AI architect.
Further study
• Bachelor of Information Technology
(Honours)
• Graduate Certificate of Artificial
Intelligence
• Master of Applied Artificial
Intelligence
* High School Mathematics is an entry

requirement for this course.
Applied Artificial
Intelligence Institute (A2I2)
Deakin is home to the Applied Artificial
Intelligence Institute (A2I2) which
contributes to the development of
AI functions and experimentation
across many sectors. Drawing from
the institute's global partnerships and
research capacity, Deakin AI students
have unparalleled access to AI leaders,
thinkers and researchers, enabling you
to build your professional networks.
a2i2.deakin.edu.au
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Bachelor of
Computer Science

Course code: S306 Studying computer science gives you the This degree includes an IT work placement,
Years (full time): skills to design and develop advanced where you will be required to undertake a
Campus: software and systems, along with the minimum of 100 hours working in industry.
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) capacity to create and integrate new You can also work on industry projects,
2021 annual fee: A$34,400 computing technologies that enhance gaining experience in entrepreneurship
IELTS score: 6/6 effective business operations. You will and business skills.
practice your skills in our specialised
Structure computing laboratories and gain Professional recognition
knowledge of data science concepts,
24 credit points, including: robotics application development, The Bachelor of Computer Science
artificial intelligence, machine learning, is professionally accredited with the
• 19 core units
human computer interaction, algorithm Australian Computer Society (ACS),
design, and analysis and optimisation providing international recognition and
• 3 zero-credit-point units
techniques. This course is ideal if you are graduate eligibility for membership of
(safety induction, career tools
passionate about creating solutions to the ACS.
for employment and academic
integrity). complex problems, curious about how
something works rather than simply what
Careers it does, and interested in working at the
leading edge of technology innovation
Computer science graduates are in and development.
high demand in a variety of roles, such
as data scientist, software developer,
software architect, database specialist,
technology consultant, solutions
architect, systems analyst, or project We are among
manager. Computer scientists also
work in specialist research and the best
development roles, in both public and
Deakin is ranked in the
private organisations.
Top 1% of all universities
for Computer Science by
Further study the QS World University
Bachelor of Information Technology Rankings by Subject.
(Honours)
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Gain important skills

Gain the skills to understand cyber
issues and ways to identify, diagnose
and resolve these challenges in
Bachelor of
systems and data we use daily for
business and communication.
deakin.yt/cyber-sec
Cyber Security
Course overview Work experience

Course information Cyber security professionals protect the This degree includes a core IT placement
Course code: S334 data and systems of the digital services we unit where you will be required to
Years (full time): use every day. Cyber security is a growing undertake a minimum of 100 hours in
Campus: issue for individuals and businesses industry, providing professional work
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) alike, and this means that cyber security experience with an approved host
2021 annual fee: A$34,400 professionals are in high demand. Through organisation. You can also work on
IELTS score: 6/6 Deakin's Bachelor of Cyber Security, industry projects, gaining experience in
you will learn how to identify, diagnose, entrepreneurship and business skills.
analyse and manage cyber security
Structure issues. You will explore and learn cyber Professional recognition
24 credit points, including: security skills within computer crime and
digital forensics, evaluating software for The Bachelor of Cyber Security is
• 17 core units professionally accredited with the
• 7 elective units security vulnerabilities, designing secure
databases, assessing and reinforcing the Australian Computer Society (ACS),
• 3 zero-credit-point units (safety providing international recognition and
induction, work placements and security of websites, designing secure
network architectures, performing risk graduate eligibility for membership of
academic integrity). the ACS.
assessments, responding to cyber security
incidents, and much more. You will also be able to undertake
Careers four industry certifications as part
The degree focuses on technical elements
Career options include work as a and sets you up with strong skills in critical of your cyber security degree for no
security consultant, cryptographer, thinking and problem solving. Upon additional cost. Certifications include:
information security auditor, IT security graduation, you will be able to capably • Cybersecurity Fundamentals (CSX)
engineer, project manager, security deal with imminent threats and challenges • Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator
analyst, security system developer in the digital space. (CHFI)
or programmer, and security system
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
manager.
Graduate ready • Certified Security Analyst (ECSA).
Related degrees As a cyber security graduate you will have These industry certifications are
the skills that are in demand by a diverse recognised globally and validate your
• Bachelor of Criminology/ range of industry and government sectors. competence and proficiency in these
Bachelor of Cyber Security Our courses are industry-specific, so you highly skilled areas of cyber security.
• Bachelor of Laws/ study issues important to industry, such
Bachelor of Cyber Security as implementing security technologies
to protect against hackers or developing
Further study cyber security solutions.
Bachelor of Information Technology
(Honours)
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Bachelor of
Information Technology
Course overview
Course information* IT is at the heart of innovation and
Course code: S326 productivity in society and is capable
Years (full time): of shaping the way we live, work,
Campus: learn, communicate, socialise and
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) entertain ourselves. Deakin's Bachelor
2021 annual fee: A$34,400 of Information Technology allows you
IELTS score: 6/6 to build a strong foundation with core
IT skills that you can apply to multiple
industries and technologies. You will
Structure have the opportunity to choose from a
This course comprises 24 credit points, diverse range of IT major sequences that
including: align with your professional interests and
• 11 core units career aspirations.
• 1 major sequence
• 7 elective units Major sequences
• 3 zero-credit-point units (safety Application development
induction, work placements and Cloud computing
academic integrity). Creative technologies
Cyber security
Careers Game development
IT graduates are in high demand Virtual and augmented reality
globally. You may find employment
in a variety of roles, including: Work experience
application, software and game This degree includes a placement unit
developer, technical architect, where you will be required to undertake
multimedia designer or developer, a minimum of 100 hours in industry,
solutions architect, extended reality providing professional work experience
creator, mobile and apps developer, with an approved host organisation.
security architect, project manager, Alternatively, high-achieving students
web designer or developer, and UX may have the opportunity to undertake
designer. Alternatively, you can apply an extended full-time paid Industry-Based
your skills in non-traditional fields, such Learning placement between 6-12 weeks
as healthcare, education, government (conditions apply). You will also work on
and business. industry projects, gaining experience in
entrepreneurship and business skills.
Further study
Bachelor of Information Technology Accreditation
(Honours) The Bachelor of Information Technology
*
The Bachelor of Information Technology was
is professionally accredited with the
under redevelopment at the time this booklet Australian Computer Society (ACS).
was published (March 2020) and this course
structure should be used as a guide only. Visit
deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-information-
technology for the latest information.
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Bachelor of Software
Engineering (Honours)
Course overview
Course information* Careers Create the smart systems of the future.
Course code: S464 As a graduate, you will have access Studies in software engineering gives you
Years (full time): to a wide range of industries, such as specialised skills in computing, robotics
Campus: health, agriculture, manufacturing and and cyber-physical systems. You will
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) transport. You may pursue a career be prepared for a career as an
2021 annual fee: A$34,400 as a business analyst, data engineer, innovative software engineer capable
IELTS score: 6/6 embedded systems developer, machine of developing the smart devices and
learning engineer, mobile applications systems of the future. Deakin's Bachelor
Structure developer, project manager, software of Software Engineering (Honours)
engineer, software developer, systems will extend your skills beyond web and
32 credit points, including: architect, or web applications developer. database technologies and desktop
• 23 core units software patterns, enabling you to
(totalling 28 credit points) * High School Mathematics is an entry acquire unique skills in robotics and
requirement for this course.
• 4 elective units cyber‑physical computing.
• 4 zero-credit-point units
(safety and project orientated Work experience
learning, safety induction, career
tools for employability, and This course includes a professional
academic integrity). experience unit where you will be required
to undertake at least 60 days of industry
work experience. You will also have an
opportunity to use your elective units
to apply for an industry‑based learning
position, or alternatively a short-term
Career or STEM Placement. These
opportunities will enable you to work on
industry projects to gain experience in
entrepreneurship and business skills.
Accreditation
Deakin has been awarded accreditation
for the Bachelor of Software Engineering
(Honours) with the Australian Computer
Modern facilities with Society (ACS), as well as provisional
the latest technology accreditation with Engineers Australia.
Deakin's Robotics and Internet

of Things (RIoT) lab is equipped
with the latest technologies in
computing, robotics and cyber-
physical systems. You will also have
access to current state-of-the-art
professional software products,
such as programming IDEs, VR and
content development systems.
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Law
Bachelor of Laws
Course information Course overview Legal internship program

Course code: M312 As a lawyer, you will provide both practical Students can access internship placements
Years (full time): and legal advice to help clients in criminal at law firms, legal aid providers and
Campus: or civil court proceedings. Deakin’s government offices for credit as part
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July)* Bachelor of Laws explores commercial law, of their Deakin Law School experience.
2021 annual fee: A$38,000 criminal law, constitutional law, contract, You will gain practical legal skills and
IELTS score: 7/6.5 legal practice and ethics, taxation, civil experience that employers look for, and
rights, property, and more. Designed graduate work-ready into a competitive
Structure and taught by practising lawyers and employment market.
32 credit points, including: academics, the program integrates sound
legal training with real-world experience. Professional recognition
• 18 core units You will develop practical and legal skills
• 14 elective units in negotiation, mediation, preparing for Deakin’s Bachelor of Laws is designed to
• 0-credit-point academic court appearances, legal drafting, and satisfy the university component of the
integrity unit. statutory interpretation, as well as, critical requirements to become an Australian
thinking, evaluation, analysis, problem lawyer set by the Victorian Legal
Careers solving, communication, research and Admissions Board (VLAB). In addition
formal document drafting. to completing an approved LLB degree,
Graduates work in commercial law, graduates will be required to work for one
family law, criminal law, refugee law, year as a legal trainee, or to undertake a
human rights law, or even personal Areas of law practical legal training (PLT) course.
injury law. You may also choose to A centre for excellence in commercial law,
enter the business sector in almost Deakin Law School delivers a diverse range
any industry, or government service of study and research areas, including
in areas such as education, politics or intellectual property, corporate law, torts,
public administration. sentencing and law practice, property law,
human rights law, family law, cyber law,
Related degrees and migration and refugee law.
• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
• Bachelor of Commerce/ Deakin Law Clinic
Bachelor of Laws Deakin Law Clinic provides a free
• Bachelor of Criminology/ community legal service to those seeking
Bachelor of Laws legal advice in a range of areas, including
• Bachelor of Laws/ civil and commercial law, criminal
Bachelor of Cyber Security law, employment law, family law, and
• Bachelor of Laws/ venture law. Students interview real
Bachelor of International Studies clients under the supervision of qualified
• Bachelor of Property and legal practitioners, conduct research
Real Estate/Bachelor of Laws on legal issues, and offer advice where
• Bachelor of Science/ appropriate. Students also have the Highly ranked
Bachelor of Laws opportunity to attend court proceedings.
Deakin's law programs
These clinical programs empower students
Further study to expand on the rigorous academic are ranked in the
knowledge and the critical skills they gain Top 100 of all
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
during their degree. universities worldwide
*
Intake available at the Melbourne Burwood by the prestigious
and Cloud (online) campuses only. ShanghaiRankings
World University
Rankings by Subject.
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Nutrition
Nutrition Science
Gain an understanding of Bachelor of Nutrition Science Bachelor of Nutrition Science

the science of food, how Deakin's Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Dietetics Pathway)
addresses all aspects of human nutrition Develop an understanding of human
food impacts on health and food relevant for employment in the nutrition and its impact on our
and the role of nutrition in health industry. To add diversity to your population. Through this degree you
degree, you may choose to undertake will learn how to tackle the challenges
disease prevention. elective units in complementary facing our society, including disease
areas, such as food innovation, health prevention, obesity, the spread of
promotion, psychology, physical activity
Professional recognition misinformation, and the social and
and health, exercise science, and more. physiological effects of food on our
Enrolled students and graduates of
This course provides an opportunity to wellbeing.
Deakin's undergraduate nutrition
complete the prerequisites required to This course is designed for students who
programs can apply for membership of
apply for Deakin's Master of Dietetics, wish to study nutrition with a pathway to
the Nutrition Society of Australia. If you
and is a direct pathway for students the Master of Dietetics.^
choose to undertake the food innovation
to apply for the Master of Human
major, you may also be eligible for
Nutrition or Master of Nutrition and
membership of the Australian Institute of
Population Health.
Course information
Food Science and Technology.
Course code: H318
Graduates are eligible to apply to Course information Years (full time):
become a Registered Associate Campus:
Nutritionist with the: Course code: H315 Intake: T1 (March)
Years (full time): 2021 annual fee: A$36,400
• Nutrition Society of Australia
Campus: IELTS score: 6.5/6
• Hong Kong Nutrition Association
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July)
• UK Association for Nutrition.
2021 annual fee: A$36,400
IELTS score: 6.5/6
Structure
Work experience 24 credit points, including:
You may choose to undertake an industry Structure • 17 core units
placement elective unit and/or volunteer • 6 unit Food Innovation major
unit to gain hands-on experience while sequence OR 5 HSN-coded*
completing your degree. • 12 core units elective units
• 6 HSN-coded* elective units • 1-2 elective units
Related degrees • 6 elective units • 3 zero-credit-point compulsory units.
• 2 zero-credit-point compulsory units.
• Bachelor of Nutrition Science/
Bachelor of Commerce Careers
Major sequences
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science/ Career skills are developed throughout
Bachelor of Nutrition Science Disability and inclusion the degree. Students are encouraged
Exercise science to undertake a placement to enable
Further study Family, society and health them to gain hands on experience,
Food innovation and a pathway to their future career.
• Bachelor of Nutrition Science (Honours) Health promotion Graduates of Deakin's Bachelor of
• Master of Dietetics Physical activity and health Nutrition Science (Dietetics Pathway) are
• Master of Human Nutrition Psychology well placed to pursue careers in all areas
• Master of Nutrition and Population
of dietetics.
Health
Careers
*
HSN-coded refers to the coded name of
Graduates are well prepared for careers the elective units, such as HSN223
requiring knowledge of nutrition and Sensory Evaluation of Food and
health in different populations and life HSN307 Sports Nutrition:
stages, diet and disease relationships, Theory and Practice.
^
If you achieve a weighted
food sustainability, food composition average mark (WAM)
and analysis, and food policy. Students of 75 or above you
completing the food innovation will be guaranteed
major will be prepared for careers entry into the
Master of
requiring knowledge of consumer
Dietetics.
behaviour, sensory analysis, product
development, food quality and safety,
and food manufacturing. You may also
gain employment in food regulation,
consumer education and awareness
campaigns, and community nutrition.
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Nursing and Midwifery
If you enjoy working in Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Nursing/

a team and have good This degree will teach you to provide Bachelor of Midwifery
high-quality, patient-centred care in a Midwives play an invaluable role
communication and range of settings. Students with current in facilitating childbirth and caring
decision-making skills, or previous nursing experience may for mothers and babies throughout
be eligible to apply for up to 16 credit pregnancy, labour and beyond.
a career in nursing and points in recognition of prior learning. Throughout this course you will get a
midwifery may be for As a Deakin nursing graduate you will be valuable mix of hands-on clinical practice
highly sought-after for your knowledge, and theory. You will graduate with the
you. Deakin offers a single problem-solving capabilities and ability skills and knowledge to gain registration
nursing degree and a to provide high-quality, person-centred as a nurse and a midwife, allowing for a
and evidence-based care. highly rewarding and diverse career.
nursing and midwifery
combined degree. Course information Course information
Course code: H326 Course code: D355
Years (full time):
Among the best Years (full time):
Campus: Campus:
Deakin is ranked in the top 29 Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July)*, Intake: T1 (March)
universities in the world for nursing by T3 (November)^ 2021 annual fee: A$35,200
the prestigious QS World University 2021 annual fee: A$35,200 IELTS score: 7/7
Rankings by Subject, which is informed by IELTS score: 7/7
academic and employer reputation, as well
as research impact. Structure
Structure
Professional recognition • 26 core units
• 17 core units (totalling 32 credit points)
As a graduate of either degree, you will
(totalling 21 credit points) • 0-credit-point academic integrity unit.
be eligible to apply for registration as a
registered nurse with the Nursing and
• 0-credit-point academic integrity unit.
Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). On Careers
completion of the Bachelor of Nursing/
Careers Graduates find work as a registered
Bachelor of Midwifery, you are also eligible
nurse and/or a registered midwife in
to apply for registration as a midwife. Graduates will be well prepared to hospitals, clinics, community health
pursue a career as a registered nurse in a centres, schools and maternity services.
Practical, real-world experience range of work areas, including hospitals,
homes, hospices, aged care settings,
You will gain clinical experience in a variety
clinics, schools, universities, community
Related degrees
of nursing settings. Clinical placements
health centres, government agencies and Bachelor of Nursing
begin in Trimester 1 of your first year
private industries.
and continue throughout your course
in every trimester. They offer extensive
opportunities to develop and consolidate Related degrees
your learning, and are undertaken in • Bachelor of Nursing/
metropolitan, regional and rural health Bachelor of Midwifery
care settings under the supervision of • Bachelor of Nursing/
qualified practitioners. Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of
Clinical Simulation Centres Public Health and Health Promotion
Deakin's Clinical Simulation Centres *
This intake is available to: (1) students who are ^
This intake is available to students who are
replicate hospital and community settings registered or eligible to register as an enrolled eligible to register as an enrolled nurse with
with state-of-the-art equipment. These nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
purpose-built, flexible learning spaces and Australia (NMBA) (Melbourne Burwood and Geelong (NMBA). Students will study at the Melbourne
simulated clinical facilities offer a safe, Waterfront campuses only); or (2) students who Burwood Campus in Trimester 3 then return to
supportive and realistic environment for are a Registered Nurse in their home country their enrolled campus (if this is not the Melbourne
and meet the course's Credit for Prior Learning Burwood Campus).
you to develop essential clinical nursing requirements (Melbourne Burwood and Geelong
and midwifery skills. You will take part Waterfront campuses only).
in case-based scenarios, and these will
become more complex as your nursing
degree progresses.
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Nursing
Your pathway to becoming a

registered nurse
Deakin’s undergraduate nursing degrees are specifically designed to fulfil the registration
standards of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). The diagram below
highlights the study options available to achieve NMBA registration as a registered nurse.
Please note: Nursing registration is one component of work visa eligibility in Australia. For
information about work visas, visit the Department of Home Affairs at homeaffairs.gov.au.
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Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

Course code: A301 Study people's behaviour, their cognitive Advertising
Years (full time): processes, and the factors that influence Anthropology
Campus: all of us to think and act in different Arabic
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), ways. The Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Buddhist studies*
T3 (November) combines research-based and professional Children’s literature
2021 annual fee: A$30,200 studies in psychology with the many Chinese
IELTS score: 6/6 benefits of pursuing a Bachelor of Arts. Creative writing
These include the development of critical Criminology
Structure and systematic thinking skills, cross- Dance~
cultural awareness, and an appreciation Design*
24 credit points, including: of the broader contexts in which societies Digital media
• 10 credit points of psychology units operate. Following successful completion Drama~
• 10 credit points of arts units of this degree, graduates may apply for a Education
including an approved arts major fourth year of psychology study (including Film, television and animation*
sequence of at least 8 credit points Deakin’s Graduate Diploma of Psychology Gender and sexuality studies
• 4 credit points of elective units or honours in psychology). The Bachelor Geography and society
• 0-credit-point academic integrity of Arts (Psychology) (Honours) is only History
compulsory unit. available to Deakin graduates. Indonesian
International relations
Professional recognition Islamic studies*
Careers Journalism
You can enter a variety of Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) Language and culture studies #
employment fields, including with a 10-credit-point major in psychology Literary studies

creative arts, education, historical is accredited by the Australian Psychology Media studies
and cultural heritage, human Accreditation Council (APAC), and enables Middle East studies
resources, law enforcement, media you to undertake additional study in Philosophy
and communication, politics and pursuit of provisional registration Photography ~
government, and social service. as a psychologist. Politics and policy studies
Professional experience practice*
Further study Public relations
Religious studies
• Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
Sociology #
(Honours)
Spanish
• Graduate Diploma of Psychology
Sport and society* #
(Advanced)
Sustainability and society*
Visual arts~
• Master of Psychology
(Organisational) *
Available as a minor (4 credit point) unit
sequence only.
^
Offered to Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
students by combination of online and
campus‑based learning.
#
A full major sequence in Chinese is not available
at the Cloud Campus (online).
~
Students wishing to complete multiple majors
under creative arts are recommended to apply for
a Bachelor of Creative Arts.
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Psychology
Bachelor of Psychological Science
Course information Related degrees Course overview

Course code: H344 • Bachelor of Criminology/ Gain insight into why people think, feel
Years (full time): Bachelor of Psychological Science and behave the way they do. Psychology
Campus: *
• Bachelor of Nursing/ is a scientific discipline that studies
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) Bachelor of Psychological Science the mind and its processes, behaviour
2021 annual fee: A$34,200 and mental states. There is increasing
IELTS score: 6.5/6 Further study emphasis on mental health in the modern
world and employment prospects in
• Bachelor of Psychological Science the area continue to grow accordingly.
Structure (Honours) Deakin's Bachelor of Psychological Science
24 credit points, including: • Graduate Diploma of Psychology covers a wide range of topics, including
(Advanced) behavioural and clinical neuroscience,
• 13 core units
• Master of Psychology (Clinical) child and adolescent psychology,
• 2 psychology elective units
• Master of Psychology relationships and the psychology of
• 9 elective units.
(Organisational) groups, personality, cognitive psychology,
• 0-credit-point academic integrity
compulsory unit. and psychopathology. Following successful
*
Available for Trimester 1 (March) intake only.
completion of this degree, graduates may
apply for a fourth year of psychology
Careers study (including Deakin’s Graduate
Diverse career options include Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) or
child protection; community honours in psychology), and then pursue
welfare and case management; postgraduate study in pursuit of general
delivering employee assistance registration as a psychologist.
programs or training; health and
human services, for example family Work experience
support officer or youth worker;
human resources; marketing and You have the opportunity to strengthen
communications; public health; your employment prospects and
not‑for-profit aid; or social work. knowledge by electing to undertake a
psychology internship unit in your final
year of study. If you choose to complete
an internship, you will gain 140 hours of
practical industry experience, making
you job-ready.
All of the psychology courses offered at
Deakin meet the requirements of the
Psychology Board of Australia (PBA) and
the Australian Psychological Society (APS),
translating into excellent job and career
opportunities for our graduates. Deakin’s
Bachelor of Psychological Science is
accredited by the Australian Psychology
Accreditation Council (APAC).
The right degree for you Major sequences

Wondering whether to study Deakin's Bachelor Child and family
of Psychological Science or Bachelor of Arts Forensic studies
(Psychology)? It depends on your interests. The Organisational studies
Bachelor of Psychological Science explores clinical
and behavioural psychology, and focuses on the Explore our industry connections
affect our mental health has on relationships and Deakin has close ties with industry – so
our wellbeing. The Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) you will benefit from learning the most
allows you to combine your study of psychology up-to-date industry skills and knowledge.
This means you will graduate work ready
with other areas, from sociology to creative writing.
and with the confidence needed to
Both courses contain the accredited major sequence succeed. Our industry partnerships involve
in psychology, ensuring you are on the right collaborations with government agencies,
pathway if you would like to apply for provisional public and private organisations, hospitals,
registration as a psychologist (see page 64). as well as other universities.
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Psychology
Pathways to To obtain registration as a provisional

psychologist, you will need to
complete four years of psychology
registration as studies recognised by the Psychology
Board of Australia. After completing
a psychologist a Deakin undergraduate psychology
degree, there are a number of further
study options you can take to be
eligible for registration. The following
diagram provides an overview of
potential pathway options.
Complete
• Bachelor of Psychological Science • Graduate Diploma of
• Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)* Psychological Science
1 • Bachelor of Health Sciences* • Bachelor of Criminology/
• Bachelor of Human Resource Bachelor of Psychological Science
Management (Psychology) • Bachelor of Nursing/
• Bachelor of Marketing (Psychology) Bachelor of Psychological Science
Complete
2 A fourth year of study in psychology (either Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced)
or honours in psychology)
Apply for
3 Provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (once conditions are met)
and associate membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Complete Deakin masters and doctorate programs:
4 A masters or doctorate in
psychology that includes
• Master of Psychology (Organisational)
work placement. • Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)
Apply for
5 Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and full membership of the
Australian Psychological Society (APS).
*
Students must complete the 10-credit-point major in psychology
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Bachelor of Science
Course information* Course overview Work experience

Course code: S320 Deakin’s Bachelor of Science prepares As a Deakin science student, you gain
Years (full time): you for the exciting world of scientific experience through innovative practical
Campus: discovery. Science plays a key role in programs, including professional practice
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) finding solutions to global issues, from the units. This means you will have 80-160
2021 annual fee: A$37,000 impact of climate change and reducing hours of work experience in a course-
IELTS score: 6/6 our carbon footprint, to stem cell research related organisation, giving you the
and forensic/criminology science. This opportunity to apply the knowledge
Structure degree gives you the opportunity to forge gained in your course, experience
your own unique path. Explore a wide workplace culture and workplace
24 credit points, including: range of science-related study areas and practices, explore career options, and
• 8 core units choose from a range of major sequences develop a professional network.
• 10 elective units that meet your interests. The degree is
• 6 major sequence units about more than just laboratory work,
• 3 zero-credit-point units (laboratory and prepares you for many of the real-life
and fieldwork safety, work settings in which today’s science graduates
placements and academic integrity). work. Throughout the degree you will gain
experience through practical programs
undertaken in modern teaching facilities.
Careers
The flexibility of this degree opens up
Major sequences
a world of employment possibilities in
industries as diverse as government Animal biology
institutions, environment and natural Cell biology
resources, teaching or science Chemistry
journalism – to name a few. A science Chemistry and materials science
degree with Deakin can lead to roles Environmental science
as a research scientist, field botanist, Genomics
park ranger, secondary teacher, Geography
environmental manager, technician, Human biology
clinical trial leader, scientific editor, Mathematical modelling
chemist, project manager or Plant biology
environmental consultant.
Related degrees
• Bachelor of Arts/
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Science/
Bachelor of Laws
• Bachelor of Science/
Further study
• Bachelor of Science (Honours)
• Master of Biotechnology and
Bioinformatics
• Master of Sustainability
*
The Bachelor of Science was under
redevelopment at the time this booklet was
published (March 2020) and this course
structure should be used as a guide only.
For the latest information please visit: Supporting women in STEMM
deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-science.
Deakin has been awarded a prestigious
Athena SWAN Institution Bronze Award
for its programs that encourage more
women to study in Science, Technology,
Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine
(STEMM). The award recognises Deakin's
extensive work in promoting gender
equity, inclusivity and diversity.
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Bachelor of
Biomedical Science
Course code: S323 Biomedical science covers the science
Years (full time): underpinning medical applications,
Campus: from basic biology to specific disease
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) processes. Develop an in-depth
2021 annual fee: A$37,400 understanding of human biology by
IELTS score: 6/6 studying the Bachelor of Biomedical
Science – and play an important role in
Structure the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
at molecular, cellular and system levels.
24 credit points, including: You will learn from both scientific and
• 15 core units health perspectives, and will gain practical
• 3 elective units experience in the laboratory. You will
• 6 major sequence units have the opportunity to explore a range
• 3 zero-credit-point units (laboratory of elective units across the University.
and fieldwork safety, work These may include studies in psychology,
placements and academic integrity). nutrition or animal behaviour. Exploring
these different areas means you gain a
Careers broad perspective of biomedical science
and the many fields in which biomedical
Biomedical science provides science professionals work.
opportunities in a range of health-
related industries, including medical
Major sequences
research, genetic engineering,
the pharmaceutical industry, Environmental health
pharmaceutical/medical sales and Infection and immunity
laboratory technology. You could also Medical biotechnology
advance to honours or postgraduate Medical genomics
studies, enhancing your professional Molecular life sciences
development as a scientist, which will Pharmaceutical science
complement your scientific training
and broaden your career opportunities. Work experience
Deakin also offers three preferential
Professional practice in bioscience is
places into the Doctor of Medicine for
a compulsory unit in this degree. This
international students who successfully
means you will gain 80-160 hours of work
complete our Bachelor of Biomedical
experience in an organisation, giving you
Science and meet the Doctor of
insight into your future career options.
Medicine admission criteria.
You can also elect to study a range of
placement and industry-based learning
Further study units, bringing together theory, site
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) studies and laboratory investigations.
• Doctor of Medicine
• Master of Biotechnology and
Bioinformatics
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Your pathway to medicine

If you are interested in a career as a
medical doctor, the Bachelor of Biomedical
Science can be your first step.
Deakin offers three preferential places
into Deakin’s Doctor of Medicine for
international students who successfully
complete our Bachelor of Biomedical
Science and meet the Doctor of Medicine
admission criteria.
Deakin's medicine programs are among
the best in the world. We have been
ranked in the Top 200 universities
worldwide for medicine by QS World
University Rankings by Subject. These
rankings are informed by academic
and employer reputation, as well as
research impact.
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Play a vital role in creating a sustainable Work experience

future for the Earth. Deakin's courses in Professional experience is included in all of Deakin's environment
degrees. It allows you to complete a placement for a minimum
environmental science have a strong focus of two weeks (80-160 hours) within a relevant, course-related
on fieldwork and practical experiences. We organisation. A number of elective units also offer you the
opportunity to gain additional practical experience, including
offer degrees in Environmental Management undertaking a Global Environment Placement, Global Science
and Sustainability, Marine Biology, or Wildlife Placement, Industry Based Learning, Career Placement or a
STEM Placement.
and Conservation Biology.
Hands-on learning
First-class facilities and equipment All of Deakin’s environment degrees have a focus on hands-
Your learning is enhanced by the use of state-of-the-art facilities on learning, with experiences taking place from year one.
and equipment, such as a Geographic Information Systems Depending on the degree you choose, you may learn skills such
(GIS) laboratory, wildlife tracking technology, aquaculture as measuring the health of freshwater environments, coastal
facilities, infrared motion sensing wildlife cameras, high-tech planning, surveying wildlife populations, conducting sustainability
research laboratories, research vessels, and remotely operated assessments, and studying seals and penguins.
underwater vehicles. For example, students will undertake work in:
Deakin is a partner at the Queenscliff Marine Research Centre, • community environment parks and sustainability centres
providing students with access to laboratories and a variety of where you will learn about sustainable communities,
remarkable nearby marine and coastal ecosystems. green technologies and community engagement with
For Deakin marine students, researchers have developed Deakin’s diverse stakeholders;
purpose-built research vessel Yolla – which houses one of the • urban parks where students learn how to conduct vegetation
most advanced sonar systems in the world – and have created surveys, analyse water quality, map soils and microclimates,
a detailed continuous map of Victoria’s sea floor habitats. This and analyse groundwater pollution and water table profiles;
data is playing a key role in supporting fishery and conservation • businesses to analyse waste management programs and
management of the state’s marine environments. develop waste management strategies and environmental
improvement programs;
• national parks to learn about scientific research, data analysis
and teamwork, and to gain experience handling animals such
as bandicoots, potoroos, antechinus, possums and gliders.
Other activities undertaken include GPS and GIS exercises,
radio‑tracking, camera trapping and bird surveys.
After graduating and gaining
experience working in industry,
you may become a Certified
Environmental Practitioner through
the Environment Institute of
Australia and New Zealand.
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Bachelor of Environmental Bachelor of Environmental Bachelor of Environmental

Science (Environmental Science (Marine Biology) Science (Wildlife and
Management and Sustainability) Learn how to sustainably manage Conservation Biology)
Learn to implement sustainability precious marine environments with Deakin’s Bachelor of Environmental
strategies to help manage the interaction Deakin’s Bachelor of Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation
between people and the environment. Science (Marine Biology). Gain extensive Biology) gets you out of the classroom
Discover how to meet society’s needs for hands-on experience exploring coastal and into nature. Learn how to capture
clean water, fresh air and healthy soils ecosystems and marine environments and handle native animals, measure the
through the sustainable use of natural in an area that has some of the highest health of ecosystems, survey wildlife
resources, environments and ecosystem biodiversity in Australia. The degree populations, develop conservation
services. With an emphasis on practical has a strong ecological focus, linking strategies, and have the opportunity
work and industry-based learning, biological and oceanographic processes to visit global biodiversity hot-spots.
everything you learn in the classroom will in the study of marine environments. If you are passionate about the
be tried, tested and challenged in real life. Conduct practical work, learn in natural environment and wildlife, this course
marine environments, and access world- allows you to focus on real-world problem
class facilities and equipment, such as a solving for wildlife and conservation
Course information Geographic Information Systems (GIS) issues. Explore areas such as biodiversity,
Course code: S398 laboratory, infrared sensing wildlife wildlife ecology, landscape and vegetation
Years (full time): cameras and remote-operated underwater management, conservation, animal
Campus: research vehicles. biology and park management.
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July)
2021 annual fee: A$37,000 Course information
IELTS score: 6/6
Course information
Course code: S399 Course code: S393
Years (full time): Years (full time):
Structure Campus: Campus:
24 credit points, including: Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July),
• 15 core units 2021 annual fee: A$37,000 2021 annual fee: A$37,000
• 9 elective units IELTS score: 6/6 IELTS score: 6/6
• 3 zero-credit-point units (laboratory
and fieldwork safety, work placements Structure Structure
and academic integrity). 24 credit points, including: 24 credit points, including:
• 19 core units • 17 core units
Careers • 5 elective units • 7 elective units
Career opportunities include • 3 zero-credit-point units (laboratory • 3 zero-credit-point units (laboratory
environmental planning, environmental and fieldwork safety, work placements and fieldwork safety, work placements
policy, sustainability, environmental and academic integrity). and academic integrity).
protection, climate change adaptation
and mitigation, industry-based Careers
environmental management, waste
Careers
management, environmental education, Diverse career opportunities include Graduate ready to take up challenging
catchment management, water resource fishery officer, marine biology consultant, roles, such as wildlife officer, conservation
management, land rehabilitation, pollution laboratory technician, marine biology tour officer, wildlife manager, park ranger,
control, environmental science, wildlife guide, local government environmental project officer, research scientist, wildlife
management, conservation, and coastal officer, aquaculture manager and biologist, conservation biologist or
and park management. sustainability project officer, as well landscape ecologist.
as moving into research or pursuing
postgraduate study.
Related degrees Related degrees
Bachelor of Marine Science Related degrees Bachelor of Marine Science
Bachelor of Marine Science

Further study Further study
• Bachelor of Environmental Science Further study • Bachelor of Environmental Science
(Honours) (Honours)
• Master of Sustainability • Bachelor of Environmental Science • Master of Sustainability
(Honours)
• Master of Sustainability
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Bachelor of Forensic Science

Course code: S324 Deakin’s Bachelor of Forensic Science lets This course aims to provide you with the
Years (full time): you experience the full scope of modern full experience of a forensic analyst role.
Campus: forensic science, from simulated crime You will have the opportunity to visit a
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) scenes to courtroom presentations. With court, a crime scene and participate in
2021 annual fee: A$37,000 a strong focus on practical training, you a ‘moot court’, which allows students
IELTS score: 6/6 will graduate with the skills needed to use to experience a simulated courtroom
scientific evidence to solve crimes. This environment. And you will gain practical
Structure degree provides formal training in the skills experience in our unique crime scene
and techniques needed in the forensic training facility, which simulates real-world
24 credit points, including: field, including the examination and situations faced by forensics professionals.
• 11 core units presentation of scientific evidence. You With a kitchen, lounge room and bedroom
• 1 major sequence of study in will learn how to apply forensic analysis, set, it enables a wide range of scenarios
either forensic chemistry or including chemical, biological and physical to be staged and directly equips students
forensic biology techniques, while also learning about the with the skills they will need to succeed in
• 3 zero-credit-point units (laboratory Australian legal system. You will cover the real-world.
and fieldwork safety, work forensic chemistry and toxicology, arson
placements and academic integrity). and explosives investigations, analysis
of illicit drugs, and also undertake
Careers studies in criminology.
Graduates may find work in areas

Major sequences
such as insurance investigation, risk
analysis, research science, policing, Forensic biology
government, and within chemical, food Forensic chemistry
and pharmaceutical industries. Professional recognition
Deakin is the first university in
Related degrees Australia – and the only university
Bachelor of Forensic Science/ in the Asia-Pacific region – to offer
Bachelor of Criminology a professionally-accredited forensic
science degree. The Bachelor of
Further study Forensic Science is accredited
Bachelor of Forensic Science (Honours) by the Chartered Society of
Forensic Sciences.
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Bachelor of Marine Science

Course code: S337 Marine scientists research the ocean
Years (full time): and its relationship with organisms,
Campus: coastal environments and the greater
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) atmosphere. It is an incredibly diverse
2021 annual fee: A$37,000 area with opportunities to specialise in
IELTS score: 6/6 many disciplines. Deakin’s Bachelor of
Marine Science will provide you with the
skills required to join the greater marine
Structure science community, using new marine
24 credit points, including: technologies and innovative approaches
• 17 core units to help protect and drive the sustainable
• 7 elective units future of the world’s oceans. You will
• 3 zero-credit-point units (laboratory gain essential knowledge and skills in
and fieldwork safety, work ocean systems and resources through a
placements and academic integrity). multidisciplinary approach in the areas
of marine microbiology and genomics,
oceanography, coastal processes, marine
Careers modelling, marine biology, marine
As a marine scientist, you will gain ecology, fisheries, and aquaculture.
skills across multi-disciplinary areas
which allow for a diverse range of Work experience
career opportunities in both research
and applied fields in areas such as The course includes a compulsory
oceanography, marine biochemistry professional practice unit that requires
and biotechnology, fisheries, you to undertake 80-160 hours of work
remote sensing, marine biology and experience in a course-related host
ecology, microbiology and genomics, organisation. This work placement is your
mathematics or economics. Further opportunity to gain practical experience,
postgraduate studies, including industry knowledge, establish valuable
research training, could lead you to networks, and participate in field trips –
becoming a research scientist in a giving you better insight into your possible
specific field of marine science. career outcomes. You will also have the
opportunity to undertake a discipline-
specific industry placement as part of
Related degrees your course. Elective units may also
Bachelor of Environmental Science provide additional opportunities for work
(Marine Biology) experience opportunities.
Further Study State-of-the-art facilities

• Bachelor of Environmental Science Learn from expert marine science teaching
(Honours) staff in well-equipped laboratories
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) and facilities. The course incorporates
hands-on practical activities located at
the beautiful coastal town of Queenscliff.
This gives you direct access to the Great
Southern Reef; where rocky shores,
seagrass beds, mangroves, subtidal
reefs, and iconic surf beaches will
become your classroom.
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Work experience
A professional practice unit gives
you the opportunity to complete a
placement as part of your course.
This means you will gain 80-160 hours
work experience in a course-related
organisation, giving you insight into
your future career options. You also
have the opportunity to undertake an
industry-based learning experience
as part of the Faculty of Science,
Engineering and Built Environment’s
work integrated learning program.
Bachelor of Zoology and

Animal Science
Course information Careers Course overview

Course code: S369 You will be well placed to explore If you are fascinated by the way animals
Years (full time): opportunities in zoological research, behave, adapt, evolve and survive, you are
Campus: government environmental monitoring, not alone. Deakin’s Bachelor of Zoology
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) private and environmental consulting, and Animal Science lets you get hands-
2021 annual fee: A$37,000 museums, school and university on with animals, big and small. Apply the
IELTS score: 6/6 education, primary industries, quarantine latest zoology theory and research in real-
and wildlife biology. Successful world settings, and explore the potential
Structure completion of the degree may also effects environmental change may have
lead to opportunities for further study, on evolution, disease and the physiology
24 credit points, including: including postgraduate research training. of animals. This degree has a strong focus
• 17 core units The course may also be a potential on Australian fauna and their unique
• 7 elective units pathway to veterinary science programs importance to the global environment.
• 3 zero-credit-point units (laboratory (subject to specific entry requirements). The social and economic impact that
and fieldwork safety, work human activity has on animals and their
placements and academic integrity). Further study ecosystems is also explored. Animal
enthusiasts choose Deakin to turn their
Bachelor of Science (Honours) passion into a rewarding career because
of our research-informed teaching and
practical approach to learning.
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Sport
Bachelor of Business
(Sport Management)
Course information Course overview Industry connections

Course code: M391 People working behind the scenes in Deakin’s Bachelor of Business (Sport
Years (full time): sport are often just as important as Management) is the longest-running sport
Campus: the players on the pitches, courts and management course in Australia. This has
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July), fields. Sport management is about allowed us to build strong relationships
T3 (November)* managing organisations that conduct with partners from all sectors within the
2021 annual fee: A$35,800 sporting competitions, major events and sports industry, and means you will learn
IELTS score: 6/6 community programs that encourage relevant skills and knowledge.
participation in sport. It also relates to the
Structure management of organisations involved Accreditation
in sporting goods, manufacturing, retail,
24 credit points, including: promotion, and more. Deakin Business School is in the Top 1% of
business schools globally that hold both
• 16 core units Deakin’s Bachelor of Business (Sport AACSB and EQUIS accreditations. These
• 8 elective units Management) teaches you about the prestigious accreditations are awarded to
• 0-credit-point academic business aspects of sport, including sport business schools that meet strict standards
integrity unit. systems and organisations, finance, of quality, academic and professional
promotion, management and law. excellence, and demonstrate a commitment
Careers Equipping you for roles in national and to ongoing improvement and innovation in
Career opportunities include: player state organisations – as well as sporting their courses, ensuring our graduates are
agent, professional players’ manager, goods manufacturers, facility designers, employable worldwide.
professional sports association official, player agents and beyond – this degree is
sports administrator, sports coach, perfect for anyone who would love to work
sports development officer, sports in the exciting world of sport.
event coordinator, sports governance
official, sports journalist, and sports
management consultant.
Related degrees
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport
Science/Bachelor of Business (Sport
Management)
*
This intake is available through the Cloud
Campus (online) only.
The longest
running degree
There is a reason Deakin's
sport management course
attracts the greatest
talent the nation has to
offer: it is the oldest and
most prestigious course
of its kind in Australia!
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Bachelor of Sport Development
Course information Course overview World-class sporting facilities

Course code: M320 Sport development at Deakin is distinctive From Deakin’s Elite Sports Precinct, to our
Years (full time): due to its unique focus on three study new $33 million specialised indoor sport
Campus: streams: sport marketing, coaching, and exercise science building, teaching
Intake: T1 (March) and sport science. You will build an labs, and extensive equipment, our
2021 annual fee: A$35,800 understanding of sport programs and facilities are world-class. These facilities
IELTS score: 6/6 pathways; contemporary health and will support your training and expose you
community development approaches; to equipment used in the real world.
Structure and the organisation, management and
governance of sport organisations. The
24 credit points, including: course is focused on the quality of sport
• 3 Foundation of Sport outcomes at all levels through the design
Development units of sport systems to attract, retain and
• 7 Sport Organisation nurture participants. You will learn how
Development units to develop coaching programs and sport
• 6 Coaching units development philosophies, and examine
• 6 Community Development units theoretical aspects of the science of
• 2 Practicum units coaching and how sport is used as a vital
• 2 zero-credit-point academic tool for community development. You
integrity and induction units. will undertake analysis on agencies and
organisations within the sports industry
Careers while examining and developing the skills
utilised by professional sport managers.
This course will prepare you for roles
in coaching, the leisure industry, sports
Industry-leading research
science and in the field of community
sports development. Roles include Our Centre for Sport Research (CSR)
community sports development focuses on improving the health and
officer, high performance manager, performance of people and organisations
player agent, professional sports participating in sport. As well as
association official, sports governance promoting sport and exercise, CSR
conducts research that informs policy
official, recreation officer, sport
and touches on sport science,
Study with
development officer, sports coach,
and sports policy officer. development and management. Australia's best
deakin.edu.au/ug-csr Deakin's School of Exercise and
Nutrition Science is ranked #3
in the world and #1 in Australia
for Sport Science by the
prestigious ShanghaiRanking’s
Global Ranking of Sport Science
Schools and Departments.
So you can be confident that
your degree will be valued by
employers everywhere.
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Sport
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
Course information Course overview Professional recognition

Course code: H343 Learn how to apply exercise and sport Deakin’s Bachelor of Exercise and
Years (full time): science to improve the athlete, the Sport Science is accredited by Exercise
Campus: team or the individual through training, and Sport Science Australia (ESSA), and is
Intake: T1 (March), T2 (July) coaching and advice. The Bachelor of the first and longest‑standing nationally
2021 annual fee: A$37,000 Exercise and Sport Science will prepare accredited undergraduate exercise and
IELTS score: 6.5/6 you to become a professional leader in sport science program in the Australian
exercise and sport science and allied fields. state of Victoria. All graduates are eligible
You will have the opportunity to study the to apply for accreditation with ESSA as an
Structure biological, sociological and behavioural Accredited Exercise Scientist.
24 credit points, including: bases of exercise and sport science. This
degree provides a direct pathway for World-class sporting facilities
• 16 core units
students to apply for the Master of Clinical
• 8 elective units Our new world-class specialised indoor
Exercise Physiology.
• 2 zero-credit-point compulsory exercise and sport science building at the
units. Melbourne Burwood Campus features
Work experience four levels of state-of-the-art sport
Careers A minimum of 220 hours of practical science learning facilities. The building
experience in your final year is a core accommodates our growing suite of
As well as typical roles in the sport,
feature of this degree. This practical courses, increases your clinical exposure
exercise, coaching and fitness industry,
experience – which includes up to 13 and employability outcomes, and
you may pursue employment in
exercise science discipline areas – sets you enhances your opportunities for research
sport science, sports administration,
apart from other graduates. projects and community engagement.
facility management, community
health and wellness, or rehabilitation. Specialised features
Upon graduating, you may find Major sequences
• A climate chamber that can simulate
employment opportunities in elite Applied sport science extreme conditions and alter
sport, professional sporting clubs, Disability and inclusion temperature, humidity, altitude and
local and state government agencies, Exercise physiology oxygen levels.
professional sporting bodies, local and Family, society and health • 40m running lanes and a walking track
community sporting clubs, hospital Health promotion with overhead harness gantry.
and rehabilitation clinics, fitness and Nutrition • A 16-piece cardio area and an
aquatic centres, private health and Physical activity and health open group fitness area with over
recreation centres, large organisations Psychology 40 stations.
in corporate health. Sports nutrition • 3D motion capture systems and
Sport coaching specialised AV equipment.
Related degrees Strength and conditioning • Specialised 8m high ceilings,
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sport with retractable catch netting to
Science/Bachelor of Business accommodate sport actions in
(Sport Management) teaching, research and consultation in
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sport the lab that involves balls.
Science/Bachelor of Nutrition
Science
Further study
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sport
Science (Honours)
• Master of Clinical
Exercise Physiology
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Research and honours
After completing a bachelor degree Research degrees

at Deakin University, you may be You can pursue postgraduate research studies in three different
ways:
interested in continuing your studies • Masters by research, which is awarded for an original
through an honours year, or even a contribution to knowledge, achieved in up to two years of full-
time candidature or part-time equivalent
research degree. Deakin offers a number • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), which is awarded for a substantial
of further study opportunities, and we original contribution to knowledge, achieved in two to four
years of full-time candidature or part-time equivalent
invite you to explore these by visiting • Doctor of Psychology (DPsych), which is a professional
deakin.edu.au/ug-international. doctorate program that combines a research project,
coursework and structured research tasks that specifically
relate to professional practice.
Research at Deakin
At Deakin, we are proud to provide our research students Research rankings
with access to world-class facilities, a network of academic
Our strong commitment to research can be seen in
supervisors who are leaders in their fields, and a large range of
Deakin's excellent performance in the ShanghaiRankings,
research disciplines.
which has positioned Deakin in the Top 1% of universities
Deakin's research portfolio extends across many areas, worldwide. The University has also been ranked among the
including advanced materials, biotechnology, built environment, Top 50 young universities in the world by QS. We have about 1800
ageing and chronic illness, citizenship and globalisation, intelligent higher degree by research candidates – smart people making the
systems, natural resource management, physical activity and most of our excellent facilities, partnerships, research institutes,
nutrition, education, social and mental health, and more. Using strategic research centres and excellent reputation.
our industry, government and institutional networks, Deakin is
building our global research footprint across four key themes,
supported by world-class research institutes and strategic
research centres. The themes are:
Health
Our world-class research in health and wellbeing supports healthy
ageing across the life span. Deakin researchers are involved in
a broad range of studies that address individual and population
health problems – engaging with communities and Deakin
partners to solve real-world problems.
Innovation
Deakin is a world leader in materials science research,
including carbon and short fibre, metals and steel research,
electromaterials, corrosion, nanotechnology, and composite
materials. We are home to some of the best future-focused
engineering and design facilities in the Australian university
sector, including our unique, pilot-scale, carbon fibre research
plant in Geelong: Carbon Nexus.
Environment
Deakin’s ecologists and evolutionary biologists are helping to
protect Australia’s vulnerable flora and fauna from disease,
rapid development and climate change. Through every project
in this field, our research drives outcomes that address global
environmental and sustainability issues.
Society
Deakin undertakes outstanding, internationally-recognised
research in diverse fields that better society. These include
political and ethical theory; contemporary histories; museum
studies; human ecology; religious and social change; criminal
justice reform; cybercrime; humanitarian and disaster relief;
community development; state, national and regional politics
and policy issues; international relations; and democracy and
democratisation. Much of our research in these domains takes
place within the world-renowned Alfred Deakin Institute for
Citizenship and Globalisation.
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Research and honours
Honours degrees at Deakin

If you are a high-achieving student set At Deakin you can apply to undertake
to finish your bachelor degree at Deakin, honours in one of two ways:
you might have the opportunity to
undertake an honours degree with us. On-course honours award
Honours is a specialised year of study An on-course honours degree is one
drawing together the theory and practical where the honours component is
skills gained in your undergraduate embedded within the bachelor's degree,
studies. Studying at the honours level e.g. Bachelor of Occupational Therapy.
is a great way to get valuable research This type of honours award recognises
experience, improve your career outstanding achievement in a bachelor
opportunities or specialise in an area that degree program of four or more years that
you love. You will develop your knowledge has an embedded honours component.
of your chosen discipline through research
and additional course work. Honours Research-based honours award
students are encouraged to take part Choose a course that allows you to
in research seminars and forums and to undertake an additional year of study,
present their research at conferences. e.g. Bachelor of Arts. This type of honours
award allows you to undertake specialised
research and research training while being
supervised by an academic with a proven
research record.
These honours awards will provide you
with significant experience and exciting
opportunities to expand your skill base
before moving into employment or
postgraduate study. An honours award
also provides the standard (and shortest)
pathway for entry into research degrees.
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