Key Facts and General Information

Campus located at:                              Melbourne (Burwood and Toorak), Geelong (main) and Warrnambool
Student Numbers on Campus:            32,000+
Semester Abroad Requirements:      2.8 (on a 4.0 scale) required
Full Degree Requirements:                 Details on university web site
Australian Government Accreditation (CRICOS) code: 00113B
Accredited for US financial aid:        Yes
Overseas students can apply for:     Semester, year abroad, Internships,  Bachelors, Graduate Diplomas, Masters, PhDs/Doctorate
University Web Site:                            www.deakin.edu.au

The AEC acknowledges that much of the information on this page is from university resources.

Deakin University has twice won the prestigious Australian University of the Year award and was also commended with nine Citations for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning in the 2007 Carrick Awards (now the Australian Learning and Teaching Council awards). The university maintains close links with government, leading corporations and professional associations, ensuring that courses are relevant, practical and deliver the skills in demand and allowing graduates to 'hit the ground running'.

Established in the 1970s as one of the new generation of Australian universities, Deakin combines a university's traditional focus on excellent teaching and research with a desire to seek new ways of developing and delivering courses. Students come from all over the world and can study on every continent via distance education programs. These programs enable Deakin students to become global citizens and develop a richer cultural perspective.

Deakin has campuses in Melbourne, Geelong and Warrnambool, providing convenience and accessibility whether students want to study in regional or rural Victoria or in the city of Melbourne. It is one of Australia's largest universities, with more than 32,000 students, yet the campuses have a strong community feeling and provide a supportive study environment.

Read more information about Deakin university.

Eligibility

For Semester and Year Abroad:

Required: GPA 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
It is preferably that students have completed at least 1 year study at home school before going abroad.

For Internship Program:

You will need to meet the cum GPA requirements as listed under semester/year abroad.

The university offers students a high standard of experiential learning opportunities, under supervision from both the University and the Host organization. The university works closely with students to make their experiences valuable, as well as working closely with industry partners to make sure the programs are beneficial for all parties involved. Study Abroad students are eligible to apply for these Internships provided they are in at least the third year of study at their home schools, with a substantial portion of their major completed.

The Internship usually accounts for a quarter of a full-time semester study load. Students who wish to apply for an internship unit must simply list the need to complete an internship within the `Other Information’ section of the AEC application form. (Internships are available only in select fields of study – therefore, refer to the listing of internship subjects within the section on `Fields of Study-Subjects-Subjects’ on this page.)

For Full Degree Programs:

Entry requirements vary based on the qualification which the student has applied for. At the minimum students would require some college study at the time of application for entry to the university.

Additional notes:

Students undertaking or with completed community college study may apply as `transfer’ students to the university.
Students applying for certain courses e.g. creative arts, music or media studies may be required to provide supporting documentation to ensure suitability for entry to the program.
Prospective Research Masters and/or PhD/Doctoral students must begin dialogue with relevant faculty at the university to begin discussions on potential supervisors. This will make the process easier when applying as students will be able to list their `potential’ supervisors with whom they have already discussed (via email or phone) their research. Research students are also required to submit an Abstract or other summary of their research proposal with their applications to undertake research based degrees.

Please also read the section on `Planning…’ to understand the process of admission.

Any tuition fees listed on this page are listed in local currency. Therefore, use the currency converter here to convert prices into US Dollars or any other currency.
As a direct enrolled student through the AEC Program, students pay the university’s advertised tuition costs. Semester and year abroad students can check the consolidated price list for semester and year abroad programs at all universities here. Information also includes cost of medical insurance, books, international airfare and visa. In this way, you will be able to better budget for your overseas study experience. It is not possible to provide a consolidated list of full degree program costs because costs vary based on subject, degree type and other factors. Refer university web site direct for individual degree costs or check with the AEC.

Tuition Fee:

Semester Abroad      A$   8,500
Year Abroad              A$ 17,000
Internships*               Semester or Year Abroad Cost
Full Degrees               Tuition depends on the Field of Study
* As internship students follow a similar format of study as the semester or year abroad student with the exception that one subject (class attendance etc) is usually substituted for an internship component, students pay their normal semester or year abroad tuition fees. (Internships are available only in select fields of study – therefore, refer to the listing of internship subjects within the section on `Fields of Study-Subjects-Subjects’ on this page.)
List of semester/year abroad prices of all universities in consolidated list here.

Housing Fee:

The university has a comprehensive housing website for study abroad and other students here.
Allow A$ 2900-4500 per semester based on your housing preference and campus location. Cost of housing is based on your preference.

The AEC will assist with all housing arrangements after you have completed your application for entry to this university through the AEC. Step by step guidelines are provided by the AEC as it supports students through the maze of housing.
Housing options at this university include:

• On campus residence halls, some with meals plans
• Off campus residence halls
• Off campus shared housing

The AEC does recommend full degree students consider off campus, university or private provider housing arrangements which are far lower in cost than on campus housing. The AEC will work with students on a one on one basis to provide the best possible option based on student’s need and availability.

The university is accredited by the US Department of Education for the purpose of financial aid. This means students who would normally qualify for US financial aid to attend a US school, can take this aid to study at the overseas university. There is also information about working whilst studying for those students wanting to work part time (whilst studying) as a means of gaining paid overseas work experience and/or simply earning some money whilst studying.

Semester & Year Abroad Students:

Comprehensive information on financial aid for semester/year abroad is listed here.

Information about scholarships is listed here.

Semester and year abroad students will require their home schools to agree to their aid being disbursed for their programs abroad.  The AEC will provide advice and assistance with this process where possible. Read the information at `Comparing programs …’ and the `Direct enrollment’ service to understand what the AEC offers students in terms of affordable programs.

Internships Students:

Read information for `Semester & Year Abroad Students’ above.

Full Degree Students:

As the university is accredited by the US Department of Education for the purpose of financial aid, students wanting to undertake their full degree at the university will be able to do so, subject to completion of their SAR reports and other documentation.

Once the student has applied to the university through the AEC program, the AEC will provide relevant information to ensure that the student begins the process of financial aid. More information is also available in the `Planning….’ Section of the website. Read also information on scholarships and financial aid.

Deakin University offers a limited scholarship program to undergraduate and postgraduate overseas students. If you meet eligibility requirements you may complete the documents listed in the program information and return these to the AEC Program along with your application for admission to Deakin University.

Please be aware that payment of medical health insurance is mandatory as a requirement for obtaining a student visa. Medical insurance cost is A$190 per semester or A$380 per year. The AEC will make arrangements to ensure that you are notified about your medical insurance arrangements as part of the enrollment process. The AEC does also recommend students undertake optional travel and accident insurance coverage when purchasing their airline tickets.

Semester & Year Abroad:

The AEC does accept applications on a rolling basis. It is however,  recommended that students apply 5 months ahead of time to ensure that the AEC is able to assist with all services such as subject selection/credit transfer, housing, visa, pre-departure, travel, arrival, etc.

Options for Semester Abroad:    February to June or July to November
Options for Year Abroad:            February to November or July to June
Note: The Year Abroad beginning in July is longer due to the summer holidays from Dec to Feb.

Internships:

As internship students follow a similar format of study as the semester or year abroad student with the exception that one subject (class attendance etc) is usually substituted for an internship component, students follow the same application deadlines and start dates as listed for semester/year abroad applicants. It is recommended that students apply well ahead of time if an internship component is necessary. (Internships are available only in select fields of study – therefore, refer to the listing of internship subjects within the section on `Fields of Study-Subjects-Subjects’ on this page.)

Full Degree Applicants:

Full Degrees and Other Programs: Apply 4-6 months ahead of time except for courses that have particular deadlines or are in higher demand e.g. medicine, music etc. Refer the faculty/department information on the university’s web site. Students considering medical school and some key subject areas such as music must apply well ahead of time. Refer the faculty/department information on the university’s web site.

Arrival and Orientation

The AEC in consultation with the university arranges your pre-departure advising and arrival arrangements. The university will provide a comprehensive orientation program for all incoming international students. Program usually begins 7-10 days prior to start of semester classes.

To ensure that students are offered direct enrollment, the AEC does not include mandatory travel tours as part of the study abroad program as this increases study abroad program costs. See the information in comparing programs. The AEC therefore, offers optional tours if a student requests these prior to the on campus orientation which is already provided free of charge by universities within their tuition costs. For example, the AEC is able to offer the `Experience Australia’ program in Cairns or Sydney. Most universities also offer optional travel tours. Refer to the section on the `Experience Australia’ optional program and the section on `Internships and Travel’.

Additional information about orientation is here.

Read information on `Coming to Australia’ provided by the university here.

Fields of Study - Subjects

List of fields of study are listed within this section.

Instructions for Semester and Year Abroad students: 

Students must choose undergraduate subjects within the broad fields of study listed below. The AEC will provide students instructions on how to choose subjects, where to find subject listings (usually through web links) and assist with subject transfer arrangements with home school, after a student has lodged an application to the university through the AEC program.

Instructions for Internship Students: 

Internship applicants are required to choose three subjects to undertake as part of a semester abroad program. An internship component is added to the semester abroad. Read information about the internships available within this section. Subject areas are clearly marked.  Internship generally counts towards 25% of the semester abroad, therefore, students are also required to choose undergraduate subjects within the broad fields of study listed below. The AEC will provide students instructions on how to choose subjects, where to find subject listings (usually through web links) and assist with subject transfer arrangements with home school, after a student has lodged an application to the university through the AEC program.

Instructions for Full Degree applicants: 

Students may choose their degrees from the various faculties and departments of the universities - see below.

BROAD FIELDS OF STUDY

Architecture and Construction Management

Arts

Behavioural Sciences

Business and Management

Communications and Media

Education and Teaching

Engineering and Technology

Environment

Exercise Science

Food Science

Government and Community

Health

International Studies

Information Technology

Law

Medicine

Nursing

Nutrition and Dietetics

Performing and Creative Arts

INTERNSHIPS AS PART OF THE SEMESTER AND YEAR ABROAD PROGRAM ARE AVAILABLE IN:

Social Work Placement – HSW331. Topics to be addressed in this unit include: integrating theory and practice; working with clients in agencies; writing records, case notes and reports; understanding the impact of social policy on practice; learning how to use relevant Codes of Ethics in practice; becoming aware of international developments in social work; conducting and using practice research; interpersonal communication skill development.
Business Internship – MMI301.  This internship aims to provide students with the opportunity to undertake appropriate and relevant experiential learning by taking up a work placement with an approved host organization. The unit also aims to further the interests of both the student and the host organization as well as meeting the assessment requirements of the unit and build on the skills gained in the student's business degree to prepare students for future graduate employment.

Performing Arts Internship – Dance –ACD321. After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the Internship itself, which is placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilized in the project are dependant upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: an in-depth focus on a performing arts specific discipline (dance) and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; produce a folio of work completed (if applicable); produce a report of the placement based on the experiences gained, interviews with appropriate personnel and supported by research from other authoritative sources.

History Internship – AIH320. The internship will entail working one day per week over a 13 week semester or its equivalent. Apart from introductory briefing sessions, the content of this unit derives from student placement in a supervised workplace where each student will undertake a project that will be reported both to the workplace and the University. Suitable workplaces include archival repositories, museums, local council library and heritage sections and non-government organizations involved in social and cultural projects.

Policy Studies Internship – AIP339. The unit offers the students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of policy research in a number of public and private organisations and to explore the practical applications of their study in public policy. It provides a framework from which student can assess their knowledge, skills and work preferences by participating in the practice of policy research. Internships can also assist in helping students in their pursuit of careers relating to the ever-expanding area of public policy.

Public Relations Internship – ALR382. The unit offers students the opportunity to gain first hand experience of public relations in the business world and to explore the practical applications of theories and case studies. It provides a framework from which students can assess their knowledge, skills and work preferences by participating in the practice of public relations. Internships assist with the networking vital to finding that first job.

Visual Arts Internship – ACV309. After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the internship itself, which is a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it both to the workplace and the university. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: An in-depth focus which could range from, considering the placement, arts management, curating, publishing or community arts activities and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; Produce a folio/journal of work completed; Produce a report of the placement. The content of the tasks does depend on the location and form of placement.

Graphics Internship – AAV384. After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the internship itself, which is a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it both to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilised in the project are dependant upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: an in-depth focus in graphic design and prepress production and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; produce a folio of work completed; produce a report of the placement based on the experiences gained; interviews with appropriate personnel and supported by research from other authoritative sources. The content of the tasks does depend on which of the major sequences in Visual Arts the student is doing.

Media Arts Internship – ACM321. After briefing sessions, the content of the unit is the Internship itself, which is a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it both to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilized in the project are dependant upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to complete the following tasks: an indepth focus in at least one of pre-production development, production processes, or post-production tasks, and a demonstrated knowledge of the other areas that are not studied in detail; produce a folio of work completed (if applicable); produce a report of the placement based on the experiences gained, interviews with appropriate personnel and supported by research from other authoritative sources.

Journalism Internship – ALJ321. After briefing session, the content of the unit is the Internship itself, which is a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project for the workplace and report on it both to the workplace and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilised in the project are dependent upon the type of placement. In this particular unit students will be expected to undertake one or more of the following tasks: article writing; script editing; observation of newsroom practice; verbal presentation- in an end of semester report to the tutorial group; produce an extensive folio of published work (which may include broadcast and online publication). Journalism internship examples

Working for a metropolitan newspaper researching, interviewing people, and writing stories. This student produced an extensive folio, including 3,000 words of published articles and a large number of bi-lines.

A three-month Internship at Channel 31 (community television) on production of the television pilot Geelong Live"
Sociology Internship – ASC321. The Internship unit consists of a placement in a mutually arranged, supervised position where students will undertake a project in the workplace and report on it both to the host organisation and the University. The methodologies that need to be utilised in the project are dependent upon the type of placements. In this particular unit students will be expected to use one or more of the following research approaches: naturalistic research; content analysis; development and implementation of surveys; data collection and basic data analysis; field research; secondary analysis of data.

Sociology internship examples:
Undertaking research in local government for a new drug strategy in the local area, targeting initiatives aimed at youth drug use.
Undertaking research for a Family Services community organisation about support for mental illness in the local area.

Environmental Science Professional Practice – SQA301. The effective application of environmental science techniques requires appropriate and effective environmental programs to be in place throughout the community. These programs must address diverse issues at all levels, including education, and require personnel with skills beyond technical expertise. In this unit the development of generic, employment related professional skills will be achieved through a combination of preparatory workshop sessions and lectures, and either a four-week placement or for a negotiated period over the semester to a minimum of 45 hours within a relevant, course related organisation, arranged in consultation with the Unit Chair. The professional development workshop session will include identifying and developing personal and employment related skills, such as job and resume preparation and interview techniques. Other employment related issues covered include equal opportunity, awareness of cultural differences, occupational health and safety, risk management, and performance evaluation. During the placement students will be encouraged to undertake a project to consolidate or enhance existing professional skills.

Environmental Science Internships can be based all over Australia, recently students have undertaken coral spawning research on the Great Barrier Reef, dolphin behaviour research in Port Phillip Bay for the Dolphin Research Institute, penguin research for the Australian Antarctic Division in Hobart and shark research for CSIRO Marine Research in Hobart.  Students have also undertaken research for a Family Services community organisation about support for mental illness in the local area.
Science and Technology Industry Based Learning Program. These are paid internships placements lasting between 3-12 months are available in areas such as engineering, IT, environmental science, biomedical science and forensic science. Students must have at least a 65% average to apply. Further information on the internship will be provided on application to the semester or year abroad program.

Students may navigate information about Degrees and Courses (and subjects available) by clicking here

Support Service in North America

Students lodging applications for semester, year abroad and full degree programs through the AEC direct enrollment service pay no additional fees to the AEC.

The AEC offers students a direct enrollment service which include the following: advising/counseling about study options, access to online resources, application and enrollment in the overseas university, assistance with financial aid/scholarship documentation, assistance with subject selection, student visa, housing, payment arrangements, pre-departure advising and arrangements and of course on-arrival arrangements.

The AEC also ensures that health and safety information is provided to all AEC students.

In addition, full degree students lodging applications through the AEC will on request receive a free `Wheels of Diplomacy & Australian Seat of Government’ 3 night arrival and tour program to Australia’s Capital, Canberra. The free tour includes travel from Sydney to Canberra.

For a complete list of services offered by the AEC to students click here. 

Apply Now - APPLICATIONS!

Semester & Year Abroad Students

If you are applying for a semester or year abroad you must:
Complete the AEC online application here

OR

Download, the AEC application here, complete and mail to the AEC (mailing address listed below).

Separately, you must also arrange the following:

Request your home school to forward to the AEC an official transcript.
Provide your Adviser, the Faculty Recommendation Form  and request your Adviser to mail, fax or email (as an attachment) the form to the AEC.
 
Send to the AEC, 2 passport size photographs (approximately 2 x 2 inches) with your full name clearly marked.
Send a $50 program deposit to the AEC. Details of the deposit are listed here. Cheque payment must be made to: Connections Abroad LLC, the manager of the AEC Program.
Address:
            Australian Education Connection
            5722 S. Flamingo Rd #303
            Ft Lauderdale FL 33330
Fax: 1-954-680-0597
Email:  applications@mystudyaustralia.com

Note:   You may send documentation as it becomes available. For example, you may send an online application, your parent may send on your behalf the program deposit of $50 in a separate envelope as long as your name is clearly listed on the cheque, your Adviser could send your academic reference in a separate envelope and you can send your photos when available (as long as your full name is listed at the back of the photographs!). The AEC can accommodate these arrangements as long as you list your name on all documentation to the AEC.

Internship Students

Follow the same application process as listed under Semester and Year Abroad.

Full Degree Applicants

Students undertaking a full degree, whether a Bachelors, Graduate Diploma, Masters or PhD must complete:
University specific application form for admission to the university.  These forms must be downloaded from the university’s web site, completed and returned to the AEC.
If the applications are sent directly to the university and/or the applications are completed online at the university’s web site, the student will not be able to access services offered through the AEC program.

OR

If the university specific forms are not readily available on the university web site, then please complete the online AEC generic full degree application form here or download the application here and complete and return to the AEC. The AEC will then send you the relevant university specific forms via download. 
To use the free services offered by the  AEC, applications to the university must be lodged through the AEC Program.

Separately, you must also arrange the following:

Request your current and/or last school to forward your official transcripts to the AEC.
Provide any recommendation/referee reports requested on the university’s application form. If you not completing the university’s form (to send to the AEC) and instead completing the AEC generic form, you need not send these recommendations/referee reports. (The AEC will request these when required.)
Send a $100 program deposit to the AEC.  Cheque payment must be made to: Connections Abroad LLC, the manager of the AEC Program.
Address:
            Australian Education Connection
            5722 S. Flamingo Rd #303
            Ft Lauderdale FL 33330
Fax: 1-954-680-0597
Email:  applications@mystudyaustralia.com

Note:   You may send documentation as it becomes available. For example, you may complete an online application, your parent may send on your behalf the program deposit of $100 in a separate envelope as long as your name is clearly listed on the cheque, your references can arrive in a separate envelope, etc. The AEC can accommodate these arrangements as long as your full name is listed in your documentation.

Student Visa

The AEC will advise you about your student visa application process as soon as you have completed the formal process of admission and enrollment. 

Students should be aware that it is not possible to obtain a student visa without first applying for admission to the program, being offered admission and then either paying the university your first semester’s tuition fees  and/or securing agreements between your school and the overseas university about the payment of your fees through financial aid and/or student loans.

The AEC assists with these arrangements and will advise you through each step of the process.

Airfares and Tourism, City and State Information

Once you have completed your initial admission procedures to the university through the AEC program, the AEC will forward you information about booking your travel to the overseas destination and your overseas university.

As airfares fluctuate and travel agencies provide special deals to students, the AEC will provide contact details of travel agencies, airlines and online services which offer good arrangements. You have complete flexibility in using any of the travel agencies the AEC advises you of, or making your own arrangements. The AEC does enter into exclusive contractual arrangements that restrict students to a particular itinerary.

The AEC encourages students to make the most of their travel to Australia and/or New Zealand and therefore, provides much information on tours, stopovers and other itineraries. Note that Australian and New Zealand universities also offer optional tours and/or other activities for inbound students.

Tourism and City/State Information
http://www.visitvictoria.com/
http://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/info.cfm?top=23&pg=966

Thinking about cheap backpacker hostels in Australia, check out:
http://www.yha.com.au/hostels/search/region.cfm?regionid=62
http://www.nomadsworld.com/

Other Study Options

Other:

Look at Menu at left on this site if you wish to pursue:  
Working Holiday Visa Options, Internships and Travel (after your semester abroad), Summer/Winter/Short Programs and the processes for these.

DOWNLOADS - useful material

A lot of useful information in this Pre-departure Guide.

Deakin University Study Abroad Guide

Plenty of guidebooks and other material here

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