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How to transfer to Deakin
Make the switch to Deakin in just a few easy steps and find out why we’re the #1 Victorian university for course satisfaction.* You can even fast track your degree using the study credit you’ve already earned.
Open a couple of tabs – one to our application portal and one for your study type from the list below. When you have both open, you’ll have all the information you need to get started on your course application. Just finished Year 12? Visit our Year 12 applicants hub to find out everything you need to know about applying to uni.
Want to apply for a bachelor, diploma or associate degree?
Interested in studying a masters, graduate diploma or graduate certificate?
Want to study a research PhD or Master by Research?
We understand the application process can be overwhelming. This video guide will take you step-by-step through the application portal, from organising your documents to submitting your application.
You can also open more tabs with information on pathways, how to transfer, recognition of prior learning, key dates, fees and scholarships – the information here may also help you in your application to study at Deakin.
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If you got a low ATAR or you don't meet the course entry requirements, there are other pathways into university.
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Make the switch to Deakin in just a few easy steps and find out why we’re the #1 Victorian university for course satisfaction.* You can even fast track your degree using the study credit you’ve already earned.
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Unsure where to start? Find out:
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions our future student advisers get about applying to Deakin:
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Think of a personal statement like a job application cover letter. It should outline your motivation towards studying, your previous education and employment history, and how this course can assist your career aspirations or progression.
Special consideration acknowledges the hard work you've put in to get to uni, while recognising what you could have achieved if your circumstances were different. A successful application can adjust your rank. This means you can be offered a place in a course at Deakin, with a lower rank than would usually be required.
Applying for special consideration is simple, and in some cases, you won't need to provide any details outside of your course application. The process is different for each VTAC category, or Deakin's programs, so please visit the relevant special consideration page for step-by-step instructions on how to apply.
It depends on the course/s you're applying for, but generally, no. Get in touch with our Prospective Student Enquiry Centre on 1800 693 888 or via live chat to discuss your options.
VTAC's Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS) is for those who may not have been able to reach their full potential for study due to a range of challenging factors. SEAS enables institutions to consider the circumstances you've experienced and their impact on your studies when making selection decisions.
The STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) is an independent, online assessment for applicants of specific courses who don't meet entry requirements or English prerequisites, haven't completed Year 12 or don't hold any relevant qualifications. There are two different tests – multiple choice and written English – which can be sat together or separately, depending on your admission circumstances.
There is no pass or fail score for the STAT. The result you need for entry to Deakin will vary depending on the course you're applying for.
The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is taken online under live (webcam) supervision.
Browse the next available dates and book your test.
Unfortunately not. Multiple factors are taken into consideration when an application is being assessed. This includes individual course requirements, which are subject to change, and the quality and size of the cohort of the year or trimester you're applying in.
The general turnaround time for direct applications to Deakin is two to four weeks from submission. You can check the progress of your application by logging into the application portal. If you applied through VTAC, offers are released in rounds.
Once you've submitted your application successfully, you can log back into the application portal to check the progress of your application.
Direct offers from Deakin are generally sent out two to four weeks post application. You can check the status of your application at anytime by logging into the application portal.
Get top tips and advice from our how to apply video guide. Our Prospective Student Enquiry Centre can also provide step-by-step guidance on the application process. Call 1800 693 888 to chat with one of our friendly advisers or contact an authorised agent in your country or region.
Yes! We regularly host events, including 1:1 consultations and information sessions, to assist you with study options and career planning. You can also connect with our Prospective Student Enquiry Centre on 1800 693 888 from 9am-5pm weekdays, or chat with a team member live online, Monday–Friday.
A reference is considered to be a supporting document. If it provides more context about your work or life experience, it may enhance your application but will not guarantee you entry.
If you're applying for more than one course in Trimester 1, you'll need to apply through VTAC. If you're applying for one course only, or multiple courses in Trimesters 2 and 3, you can apply direct to Deakin. Use our course finder to check entry requirements for your chosen course.
Yes. If you don’t currently meet the academic entry requirements, or need to bridge the gap between previous study and university, we offer several pathway options. We encourage you to apply so our admissions team can process your application and recommend the best pathway for you.
Each Deakin scholarship has a unique set of entry requirements – be sure to check the individual scholarship page for full details on how to apply, as well as our top tips for scholarship applications.
The application timeline for each Deakin scholarship is different – be sure to check the individual scholarship page for full details on dates and how to apply. You can also check out our top tips for scholarship applications.
To qualify for a PhD or Masters by research degree, you must meet the minimum requirements for entry, which include a research project or thesis equivalent to at least 25% of a year's full-time study. Since not all postgraduate degrees include a research component, the suitability of your program will be evaluated by the faculty or admissions team.
*Australian Graduate Survey 2010–2015, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016–2023, Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT)
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