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Studying as an off-campus student

Applying for an off-campus course as an international student

International students should note that, due to visa regulations, off-campus study can only be undertaken while living outside Australia. Off-campus units are not available to international students studying on campus in Australia, unless it is in addition to their full-time on-campus studies.

How to apply

Applying online

Applying online is simple, convenient and fast. It also means you do not have to pay the application fee.
Before you apply, you will need to find out the details of your:

• previous studies (including course name and institution, duration and qualification obtained)
• current studies (including course name and institution, duration and expected date of completion)
• English language proficiency and/or results of recent English language testing
• (if applicable) employment history (including employer's name, dates and description of work carried out).

After you apply, you will be given a username and password, which you can use to check the status of your application. We will contact you to let you know when you need to submit any academic transcripts or fees.

Applying by mail or fax

1. Download an undergraduate off-campus application form (53 KB) or a postgraduate off-campus application form (156 KB) or a PhD by research application form depending on the course you are applying for.
2. Complete all sections of the form.
3. Include certified/notarised evidence of your academic qualifications and English language proficiency.
4. Enclose a non-refundable A$55 ($50+10% GST) application fee (bank draft made payable to Deakin University or complete the payment by credit card details on the form).
5. Return this form and attachments to:

International Centre, Entrance 3, 70 Elgar Road, Deakin University,
Burwood Victoria 3125 Australia
Fax: +61 3 9244 5094

When to apply

Closing date for applications:

• For studies commencing semester 1: 15 December
• For studies commencing semester 2: 31 May

For more information about studying as an off-campus student, including orientation and the support services available, visit Deakin's online and off-campus site. You may also want to check out our multimedia e-brochure, build your own personalised course brochure, or just simply email us a question.