Taking an early interest in your child's future can help them make informed choices and improve their chances of getting into their dream course.
The start of senior high school is an ideal time to encourage your child to explore their interests, strengths and career aspirations. Learn how to help them select the right Year 11 and 12 subjects to achieve their goals.
The final years of high school can be a stressful time for the entire family. To help alleviate this pressure, we've compiled information on supporting your child during Year 12 and navigating their journey to university.
Join us at Open Day and discover why we’re the #1 Victorian university for student satisfaction.* Exploring university campuses with your teen can give them a sense of the university community, facilities and courses on offer, and help them put their hard work into perspective.
Financial concerns about attending university can be a significant source of stress for you and your child. Helping them research and apply for a Deakin scholarship can help ease some of this financial burden.
From VTAC and scholarship application dates to course preference shortlists and change of preferences – there's a lot to manage before your teen starts university. Familiarise yourself with key dates and the application process to help them prepare for their future.
There are plenty of ways to help your child get ready for university and start thinking about their life after high school.
Choosing what to study at university can be challenging, so it's helpful to consider your teen's hobbies and interests, as they could lead to their future career. Explore the Deakin website together to discover potential courses, study areas, entry pathways and scholarships.
If your teen doesn't know what they want to do, is unsure about going to university or is torn between a few options – help them explore their study options. There are lots of ways to study at Deakin University including undergraduate degrees, double degrees and short courses.
Transitioning to university can be stressful for both you and your teen. Our dedicated support team is here to help you navigate university jargon and course information. Deakin advisers are available on 1800 693 888 or through live chat.
Your teen might feel their future hinges on achieving a specific ATAR score. It's helpful to remind them that there are multiple ways to get into university – exploring Deakin's entry pathways together can help alleviate some of that pressure.
There are various pathways for your child to enter Deakin, with the traditional Year 12 to university route being just one option. Use Deakin's pathway finder tool with your teen to explore opportunities for achieving their dream course.
Every student has unique interests and learning styles, that's why Deakin offers progressive, real-world learning and hands-on experience that transitions them from classroom to career. It's also why we're in the top 1% of universities globally.*
Deakin is ranked within the top 200 universities in the world and #2 in Victoria.* Our prestigious academic ranking reflects our commitment to high-quality teaching and graduate success.
Our strong industry connections create opportunities for valuable workplace experiences and practical placements, making us the #1 Victorian university for graduate employment.*
There's a lot to learn at uni but there's also plenty of support available at Deakin. Your child will be empowered to be the best version of themselves at Victoria's #1 university for student support.*
Deakin is the #1 Victorian university for facilities and resources.* This means your child will learn in purpose-built facilities and graduate with the practical skills to hit the ground running.
To better understand how to support students through Year 11 and 12, we spoke with parents and caregivers whose kids have been through VCE for their best advice.
*Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our list of sources.
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