Deakin University

Melbourne (Burwood) and Geelong, Australia · Checked September 26, 2026

Deakin is a public Victorian university known for employability-focused, industry-connected degrees and a flexible three-trimester year. It teaches across four faculties and 14 schools, with campuses in Melbourne (Burwood), Geelong (Waurn Ponds and Waterfront) and Warrnambool, plus a large online offering.

Undergraduate tuition (international)About AUD 38,200-48,800 per year for on-campus bachelor's degrees (2027 annual cost, e.g. Bachelor of Arts AUD 38,200, Bachelor of Commerce AUD 45,200, Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) AUD 46,800, Bachelor of Occupational Therapy AUD 48,800)
Master's tuition (international)Mostly about AUD 45,000-48,000 per year for master's degrees (2027 annual cost, e.g. Master of Information Technology (Professional) AUD 45,800, Master of Engineering (Professional) AUD 47,800, Master of Finance AUD 48,000); Master of Business Admini
IntakesTrimester 1 (March, main), Trimester 2 (July) and Trimester 3 (November) for many courses; 2027 applications are open for March and July.
English requirementMinimum IELTS Academic 6.0 overall for undergraduate courses and 6.5 overall for postgraduate coursework (the 2027 course guide lists most degrees at 6.0 or 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0); some courses are higher. PTE and other approved tests accepted at equivalent scores.

Official fees page · Official English requirements

Application deadlines

International applicants (all levels)Closing dates vary by intake and country to allow time for visa processing; check the Start in March / July / November pages

Scholarships

Fees, deadlines and requirements change every year and differ by course. Always check the course page on the university's official website before you apply.