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Phone: +61 3 9244 5110
Email the DUELI Team
DUELI course dates and fees
We welcome new students to Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) throughout the year. Find out when your course will start and end, how much it will cost, when orientation is and what holidays occur during your course.
How much are the DUELI course fees?
DUELI fees include an enrolment and orientation fee, plus a weekly tuition fee:
- Enrolment and orientation fee: AUD$250.
- 2026 tuition fee: AUD$510 per week. If you study a five-week course, your tuition fee will be AUD$2,550.
- 2027 tuition fee: AUD$535 per week. If you study a five-week course, your tuition fee will be AUD$2,675.
You will need to pay your orientation and tuition fees when you enrol and before you begin your course. You can choose to pay your fees through Deakin's payment portal or use one of our online international payment providers.
When can I start my DUELI course?
We offer nine intakes throughout the year, giving you the flexibility to decide when to start your course. If you are studying at DUELI as a pathway to Deakin University or Deakin College, you can choose an intake to complete your English language studies before your studies begin. Courses commence every five weeks and classes are small to encourage engagement with your tutor and classmates.
Intake | Orientation | Course dates | Holiday(s) |
1 | 5 January | 5 January–6 February | 26 January (Australia Day) |
2 | 5 February | 9 February–13 March | 9 March (Labour Day) |
3 | 12 March | 16 March–17 April | 3–7 April (Easter) |
4 | 16 April | 20 April–22 May | 25 April (ANZAC Day) |
5 | 21 May | 25 May–26 June | 8 June (King's Birthday) 29 June–3 July |
6 | 2 July | 6 July–7 August | |
7 | 6 August | 10 August–11 September | 14–18 September |
8 | 17 September | 21 September–23 October | 26–30 October, Grand Final Day (TBC) |
9 | 29 October | 2 November–4 December | 3 November (Melbourne Cup Day) |
Intake | Orientation | Course dates | Holiday(s) |
1 | 7 January | 11 January–12 February | 26 January (Australia Day) |
2 | 11 February | 15 February–19 March | 8 March (Labour Day) |
3 | 18 March | 22 March–23 April | 26–30 March (Easter) |
4 | 22 April | 27 April–28 May | 25 April (ANZAC Day) |
5 | 27 May | 31 May–2 July | 14 June (King’s Birthday) |
6 | 8 July | 12 July–13 August | |
7 | 12 August | 16 August–17 September | 20–24 September, |
8 | 23 September | 27 September–29 October | 1–5 November |
9 | 4 November | 8 November–10 December | 26 November |
Before you arrive: fees, visa and OSHC
Before you begin your English language course in Australia, make sure to pay your fees, apply for a visa and arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
How to pay your fees
You will need to pay your enrolment and orientation, and your tuition fees, when you enrol and before you begin your course. You can choose to pay your fees through Deakin's payment portal or use one of our online international payment providers.
How to apply for a visa
Once we have received payment of your course fees, we will send you a confirmation of enrolment (COE). This will allow you to apply for a student visa to study in Australia. You will then receive a Notification of Arrival form, which must be returned to us at least 10 days before you arrive in Australia.
How to apply for OSHC
If you are coming to Australia on a student visa, you need to arrange Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) before your studies begin. Your OSHC ensures you can access healthcare services in Australia, such as hospitals and doctors. OSHC is compulsory for students from most countries.
When you arrive: orientation
Find out everything you need to know about studying at Deakin University English Language Institute. Orientation is held on campus for all new students studying in person. Once you receive and accept your offer to study with us, you will receive an email a week before your orientation.
The email will include information on: setting up your Deakin username and password
- adding your contact details to Student Connect
- activating your Deakin Zoom account
- getting a student ID card
- the time of your orientation program.
Download the DUELI Handbook for more information (PDF, 12.4MB)
How to apply for a DUELI English language course
Applying to DUELI is easy and our admissions team is ready to process your application quickly. Acceptance into an English language course is subject to the results of your placement test. Your results will also determine the right course for you, including the level of study and duration. Make sure to apply as soon as possible as places fill up fast.
Follow these simple steps:
- Complete the application form online via StudyLink Connect
- Wait for your Letter of Offer via email
- Pay your fees in full
- Receive your Confirmation of Enrolment and apply for a visa to study in Australia.
Are you an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen?
Everyone is welcome to study at Deakin University English Language Institute. If you are an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen please contact our team via email or phone +61 3 9244 5110 for an application form.
Are you under 18?
If you are under 18 years of age, parental approval is required for applications. We have several important guidelines that you need to follow to support your wellbeing and help you get the most from your studies in Australia.
Need help with your application?
Find out how to apply for a DUELI English language program. If you have a question, we are here to help. Email the DUELI team or phone +61 3 9244 5110.
DUELI refund policy
Course duration is defined as the total length of your enrolment at DUELI. You are entitled to a full refund if you:
- are refused a student visa by Australian Government authorities.
- are unable to fulfil the conditions of an offer.
- fail to meet course progress requirements and you have paid fees for a future period where you are not permitted to enrol.
- submit written evidence of your intention not to commence the course more than four weeks prior to the commencement of the English language course.
You are entitled to a 50% refund if you provide advice less than four weeks prior to the commencement of the course.
The maximum amount retained by Deakin will not exceed 12 weeks of the published tuition fee.
Non-refundable fees:
- DUELI enrolment and DUELI orientation fee
- Course fees if your course has commenced unless approved due to compassionate and compelling circumstances.
You may apply for a refund if compassionate or compelling circumstances exist. An application for withdrawal and refund (PDF, 280KB) (DUELI students only) must be submitted via email to the General Manager of DUELI. You must attach proof of payment of the fees (e.g. an official receipt) and evidence of the reasons for applying for a refund must be provided.
Refunds will be made by electronic funds transfer in Australian dollars to your Australian or overseas account or to a third party provided an authorisation letter is provided in the refund application. It takes four weeks for a refund application to be processed.
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