How and when can I apply?
- Trimester 1
- Trimester 2 and 3
- Courses with alternative application processes
- Access and Equity
- Credit for prior studies (credit for prior learning)
- Fees
Most undergraduate courses commence at the start of the year, so applications are made the year before through VTAC. Some undergraduate courses offer places to start in Trimester 2 and 3 and applications are made direct to Deakin.
Trimester 1
Applications for Trimester 1 are made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC).
| VTAC applications open | VTAC applications close | VTAC offers sent |
| 6 August 2012 | 5 pm on 28 September 2012 - timely applications 5 pm on 9 November 2012 - late applications 5 pm on 7 December 2012 - very late applications |
Check the VTAC website for offer dates for each round |
Visit the CourseSearch facility on VTAC's website for a full list of Deakin courses available and application proceses.
Trimester 2 and 3
Applications for Trimester 2 and 3 are made directly to Deakin through the Deakin University Course and Scholarships Applicant Portal.
| Study period | Direct applications open | Courses available | Direct application closing dates | Direct applicaton outcomes sent |
| Trimester 3 2012 | 6 August 2012 | Trimester 3, 2012 |
28 October 2012 - off-campus courses 4 November 2012 - on-campus courses |
2-4 weeks after submission of application |
| Trimester 2 2013 | 22 April 2013 | available April 2013 |
30 June 2013 - off-campus courses 7 July 2013 - on-campus courses |
2-4 weeks after submission of application |
| Trimester 3 2013 | 5 August 2013 | available August 2013 |
27 October 2013 - off-campus courses 3 November 2013 - on-campus courses |
2-4 weeks after submission of application |
Courses with alternative application processes
The course listed below have different application processes. Find out more on the websites below.
Access and Equity
Deakin is committed to providing equity and access for individuals and groups who might not otherwise enjoy the benefits that flow from participation in higher education.
Deakin's Access and Equity Program allows people whose education has been adversely affected by a variety of circumstances to apply for undergraduate study. For information on these programs, please see the Access and Equity Program page.
Credit for prior studies (credit for prior learning)
If you have previously studied at a post-secondary institution or have relevant work experience and would like to have these considered for credit towards your Deakin degree, visit the credit for prior learning page.
Fees
For information on fees, please visit the Fees pages.
