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Faculty of Arts and Education research
Reimagining how we understand human experience
Do life-changing research with the Faculty of Arts and Education
Our research is at the forefront of teaching, learning, creating and social development. We conduct transformative research that explores society's diversity and the challenges within it. Our work delves into Australia's cultural heritage, global political and economic connections, effective and resilient education systems, and the impact of digital technologies on creativity and lived experiences. We also examine how media and creative industries support social belonging, place-making and equity.
Our groundbreaking research groups
The Faculty of Arts and Education is home to world-class research institutes, centres and groups who unite experts to focus on key teaching, learning and cultural challenges.
Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation
Conducting interdisciplinary research to address global challenges, aiming to improve lives and promote inclusive, democratic and sustainable societies.
Centre for Research for Educational Impact
Translating research into meaningful educational outcomes that support socially just, inclusive, resilient and equitable societies.
Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child
Fostering positive digital experiences for Australian children and explores how technologies impact their development, learning and wellbeing.
Begin your PhD with the right supervisor
Browse our list of leading arts experts to match with the best supervisor in your field. Filter by field of research and click through to individual profiles to learn more about their expertise or find out if they’re available for supervision.
#5 in Australia for research quality
Top 100 in the world for research quality
#3 in Australia for educational research
#13 globally for educational research
Top 10 in Australia for arts and humanities
Top 150 worldwide for communication
Dare to dream
Abraham Kuol is a PhD Candidate at the Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation. His research explores the post-settlement challenges of African Australians with a focus on the justice system. Abraham hopes his story will inspire others in his community to dare to dream.
Derrida and the Buddha
Mesh Tennakoon is a graduate researcher in Deakin’s School of Communication and Creative Arts. Her creative writing PhD project is a creative and philosophical re-telling of ancient Buddhist tales, infused with the essence of French-Algerian philosopher Jacques Derrida, the founder of deconstruction.
Research from our schools
Our researchers are renowned experts in their field who unlock new angles, solutions and ways of thinking. Learn more about the projects and world-class research being led by our schools.
Our research strengths
The Faculty of Arts and Education contributes bespoke research expertise across all five of Deakin’s strategic research themes, drawing on strengths in creativity, critical inquiry and community engagement. From rethinking colonial legacies in education, to examining cultural heritage and identity, to leveraging digital technologies across health, learning and the creative industries, our work brings socially responsive and culturally attuned perspectives to today’s most pressing challenges.
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