Key facts
5-20 weeks
(Each EAP program is 5 weeks long)
Current Deakin Students
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Course overview
Students can meet the English language requirements of Deakin undergraduate and postgraduate courses by successfully completing an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) direct entry pathway at DUELI.
DUELI offers 4 levels of EAP (Intermediate to Advanced) to help you to enter and award course at Deakin University and a Foundation or Diploma program at Deakin College.
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- Deakin code
- X067A
- CRICOS code?
- 028769J Burwood (Melbourne), Waterfront (Geelong)
Course structure
EAP 1:
Provides the first step for meeting the English language requirements of Deakin University. To move from EAP 1 to EAP 2, you must obtain a final assessment result of 60 per cent or higher.
EAP 2:
Provides the second step for meeting the English language requirements of Deakin University. Students who successfully complete the EAP 2 program meet the English language requirements for Deakin College diploma programs. To move from EAP 2 to EAP 3, you must obtain a final assessment result of 60 per cent or higher.
EAP 3 (for Undergraduate and Study Abroad Students):
Students who successfully complete the EAP 3 program will have met the English language requirements for undergraduate and study abroad study at Deakin University. To successfully complete the EAP 3 program you must get a final course result of 60 per cent or higher. To progress from EAP 3 to EAP 4, you also must obtain a final assessment result of 60 per cent or higher.
EAP 4 (for Postgraduate Students):
Students who successfully complete the EAP 4 course will have met the English language requirements for postgraduate study at Deakin University. To successfully complete the EAP 4 program you must get a final course result of 60 per cent or higher.
Intakes by location
2024 INTAKE DATES
| INTAKE | ORIENTATION | START DATE | END DATE |
| 1 | 4 January | 8 January | 9 February |
| 2 | 8 February | 12 February | 15 March |
| 3 | 14 March | 18 March | 19 April |
| 4 | 18 April | 22 April | 24 May |
| 5 | 23 May | 27 May | 28 June |
| 6 | 4 July | 8 July | 9 August |
| 7 | 8 August | 12 August | 13 September |
| 8 | 19 September | 23 September | 25 October |
| 9 | 31 October | 4 November | 6 December |
2025 INTAKE DATES
| INTAKE | ORIENTATION | START DATE | END DATE |
| 1 | 9 January | 13 January | 14 February |
| 2 | 13 February | 17 February | 21 March |
| 3 | 20 March | 24 March | 2 May |
| 4 | 1 May | 5 May | 6 June |
| 5 | 5 June | 9 June | 11 July |
| 6 | 17 July | 21 July | 22 August |
| 7 | 21 August | 25 August | 26 September |
| 8 | 2 October | 6 October | 7 November |
| 9 | 6 November | 10 November | 12 December |
Entry requirements
Placement into all DUELI classes is based on the results of the DUELI Placement Test or other approved test.
Academic requirements
To be considered for admission to this course you will need to meet at least one of the following four criteria outlined in the English language proficiency requirements tab.
English language proficiency requirements
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you must be able to demonstrate at least one of the following:
EAP*1: IELTS 4.5 or equivalent or have completed a DUELI GE3 program with an overall score of 55% or higher and the required score in the written exam
EAP*2: IELTS 5.0 or equivalent or have completed a DUELI EAP1 program with an overall score of 60% or higher.
EAP*3: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent or have completed a DUELI EAP2 program with an overall score of 60% or higher.
EAP*4: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent or have completed a DUELI EAP3 program with an overall score of 60% or higher.
Please note: Entry level IELTS score based on your lowest IELTS band score. *English for Academic Purposes
Admissions information
Learn more about Deakin University's English Language Institute (hyperlink - https://www.deakin.edu.au/international-students/entry-requirements/english/dueli/english-courses) and the wide range of programs available to develop your English reading, writing, listening and speaking skills.
Apply now
Applications can be made directly to the University through StudyLink Connect - Deakin University's International Student Application Service. For information on the application process and closing dates, see the How to apply web page.
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