Tuition fees at Deakin vary depending on the course you choose, the type of student you are and whether you're eligible for recognition of prior learning. Find your student type below for more information about tuition fees and any financial support that may be available to you.
Depending on your course, you'll be enrolled in either a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or a fee-paying place. This means your student contributions may vary.
Most of our postgraduate courses are fee-paying places. You may be eligible for a Government FEE-HELP loan, giving you the confidence to pursue your ultimate course.
If you're a temporary resident of Australia or citizen of another country, you're an international student. Find out how university fees work and what financial support may be available to you.
Higher Degree by Research fees vary depending on your program of study, the type of student you are, and the scholarship or funding opportunities available to you.
Whatever course you're studying, our fee estimator tool gives you a good indication of your tuition fees. Make an informed decision about investing in your future.
You may need to factor in study-related costs, such as textbooks, reading materials and computer equipment. All domestic students pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee, which covers Deakin student support services, facilities and social activities.
Make your dream of university a reality with financial support. There are several loan programs and scholarships available at all levels of study to help you succeed.
Domestic students can defer their tuition fees with a Government HELP loan. Repayments are made through the Australian taxation system once your annual income exceeds the minimum threshold. Use our repayment calculator to estimate your costs.
Turn your study and life experience into course credit and reduce your overall study time and tuition costs. Every new course application at Deakin is automatically assessed for recognition of prior learning.
Get the financial help you need to study with a scholarship. Be recognised for your academic merit, perseverance and dedication. Receive financial support to study your ultimate course, no matter your level of study.
We've curated some of the most commonly asked questions our future student advisers get about course fees and study costs.
Your tuition fees will depend on the type of student you are, the course you study and the year you start. Fees are based on an annual amount; they don't cover the entire duration of the course. Use our fee estimator to check what your fees could be per year.
Whether you study online or on campus, there's no difference in cost. Your tuition fees will depend on the type of student you are (i.e. undergraduate, postgraduate, research), the course you study and the year you start. Use our fee estimator to check what your fees could be per year.
A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is a university place for which the government pays a proportion of your tuition fees. This will vary per course and year. Use our fee estimator to gauge what your fees could be per year.
HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan program that helps eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students pay their tuition fees. If you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan, the Government will pay your tuition fees on your behalf until you're able to repay your loan from your employment income.
FEE-HELP is a non-means tested loan program. If you're an eligible fee-paying student you can receive a loan from the Australian Government to help pay your tuition fees. Once employed, you'll be required to start paying back the loan. The compulsory repayment threshold for the 2023-2024 income year is $51,550.
Yes! If you're a past student of Deakin you may be eligible to receive a 10% discount on your tuition fees through the Deakin alumni postgraduate bursary. Available only for those commencing a postgraduate award course in a full-fee paying place.
Yes, if you're enrolled in an upcoming study period, your employer can contribute to or pay your tuition fees in full directly to Deakin. They must complete a Sponsorship Agreement form, which outlines the relevant course requirements, duration and level of sponsorship agreed to between you and your employer.
Yes, if you're enrolled in an upcoming study period, your employer can sponsor you to study at Deakin. They must complete a Sponsorship Agreement form, which outlines the relevant course requirements, duration and level of sponsorship agreed to between you and your employer.
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