Study online at Deakin: what you need to know

Free online course

November 2018 to February 2019
Hosted by FutureLearn

What's it like to study online?

This free open course answers the frequently asked questions about studying online. We'll cover key topics including:

  • how to access course content
  • interacting with lecturers and other students
  • accessing student support
  • joining study groups and discussions
  • required equipment and skills.

Course duration

This short and engaging course takes around 40 minutes to complete. It's flexible nature means you can start or stop anytime you want, or go back to topics that piqued your interest.

At the end of the course, you'll walk away with all the information you need to make a confident decision about studying online at Deakin.

Take the first step

Register for this free online course and discover how easy it is to take control of when and how you learn

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Own your decision

Choose from over 200 world-class courses, then shape your study experience to fit your work, family and lifestyle commitments. Join our strong community of more than 15,000 students studying online.