Learn. Explore. Discover.
Experience progressive, real-world learning in a supportive and engaged regional community at our Warrnambool Campus. You'll benefit from smaller than average class sizes and have access to cutting-edge facilities and research. The globally-recognised research carried out here supports the environment it sits in, and beyond.
Set on the banks of the Hopkins River, our Warrnambool Campus is scenic and spacious, but still close to the town centre and Great Ocean Road.
Take a virtual tour
Holding a prime position along the spectacular Great Ocean Road, our Warrnambool Campus may be rural but it’s certainly radical when it comes to cutting-edge facilities and research. Take a virtual tour of our campus.
Student life
As Victoria’s #1 university for student support^ and satisfaction*, we put your study experience first. At Deakin, you’ll feel supported to achieve your best, and enjoy yourself in the process! Our student services and resources are designed to cover every area of uni life – study, work and play.
Student wellbeing
Your health and wellbeing is important to us – that's why we have a dedicated clinical nursing service on campus to help both students and staff stay healthy and safe.
Clubs and societies
One of the best ways to meet new people and immerse yourself in uni life is to join a club or society. From sport, health and personal development to religious, political and course-specific groups, there's a huge range to choose from.
Sports and fitness
When it comes to sport and fitness our reputation matches our passion – it's one of our greatest strengths. From gyms and fitness classes to ovals, tennis and basketball courts, there's an abundance of facilities to help you reach your wellness goals.
Accommodation
Thinking about living on campus or nearby? Accommodation is guaranteed for all Warrnambool students with acceptance of their course offer (subject to approval).
Campus services
Shopping and food
There are daily bus services from the campus to local café and shopping facilities, including Warrnambool’s Central Business District. We also have a great campus catering provider that caters for everyone, including vegetarians and those on special diets
Childcare
On-campus childcare means you can get to every class on time. The centre is open to children of students and staff, as well as children from the local area, though waiting lists apply.
Safety and security
We take safety very seriously at all our campuses, with 24/7 security officers and a SafeZone app for your phone.
Library
Not only a great space to study but a hub of infinite physical and digital resources, including our helpful and dedicated library staff.
Study at Warrnambool
With the average class size smaller than most universities and a wide selection of courses to choose from, you'll acquire the skills to meet the local demand of the region and join our network of global thinkers.
Your commute
Public transport
The Warrnambool Campus has its own train station – Sherwood Park – which is just over 150 metres from campus. Rail services run from Melbourne, Geelong, Mt Gambier, Portland, Port Fairy, Ballarat and Hamilton daily. These services connect with public transport to other regional and interstate centres.
Coach services also run from Melbourne, Geelong, Mt Gambier, Portland, Port Fairy, Ballarat and Hamilton daily, and connect with public transport to other regional and interstate centres.
From central Warrnambool, you can catch the Route 3 Koroit Street Interchange bus to Deakin via Gateway Plaza – it takes around 20 minutes.
Drive
It's approximately a three-hour drive from Melbourne's CBD, depending on traffic. Free parking is available on campus in the white general bays.
Cycle
The most direct route to campus is via the main highway, so we recommend you exercise caution. To avoid the highway you can use the adjacent two-way service road, as well as the footpath along the Homemaker Centre. There are showers and change rooms, bike racks and lockers on campus.
Flexicar service
Deakin has Flexicar share cars located on campus for student use. The service is simple – once you’ve created an account online, you just need to book a car via the website or app.
While you're on campus
Campus map
Explore your campus the old-school way. Print it out or download a copy to your phone. Either way, you'll have a handy campus guide at your fingertips.
Disability access
Most of our buildings are wheelchair-accessible and have lifts, accessible toilets and automatic doors. We're continuously working to improve the accessibility of all campus facilities.
Footnotes
^2020 Student Experience Survey, UA benchmark group Victorian universities.
*Australian Graduate Survey 2010–2015, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016–2021 (GOS), Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT).