Established in 1974 as Victoria’s first regional university, Deakin aims to be a catalyst for positive change for the individuals and communities it serves. Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide, Deakin is world-class in a broad range of areas, has cutting-edge facilities and is internationally renowned for its research and teaching. It aspires to be recognised as Australia’s most progressive university and aims to harness the power of its ideas to help transform the way we live and think, to enhance the social, cultural, economic and environmental wellbeing of communities in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. Deakin has 6 campuses overall: 4 in Australia (Melbourne, Geelong, Waurn Ponds and Warrnambool, 1 in India (Gift City – Gujarat) and 1 in Indonesia (Bandung).
Deakin is also ranked well above average in the sector for both education and research – a dual strength that is rare among Australian universities. Our pursuit of excellence in education and research is accompanied by a commitment to greater access for aspiring students who face additional barriers. We value diversity and seek to include those that have the talent and aspiration to succeed irrespective of background, providing access to education through innovative pathways, online learning, and campus locations in regional, metropolitan and international contexts. We deliver progress across society, prioritising equity and opportunity; we are not defined by those we exclude, but by the opportunities we create.
