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Entry pathways
There is more than one way to study at Deakin. Our pathways can help you meet entry requirements and work towards your dream degree in Australia.
Find the right pathway for you
Do not worry if you do not meet all the academic or English language requirements for entry into a Deakin degree. You still have options. Pathways can help you prepare for study, connect with our community and access the support you need. Our advisers and authorised agents can guide you to the best option for your background and goals.
On-campus pathways
Deakin College and the Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) are located on our Melbourne and Geelong campuses. These programs help you meet entry requirements while experiencing life at Deakin. You will have access to all facilities and student support before your degree begins.
Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI)
DUELI prepares you with the English language skills needed to start your Deakin degree. If you meet the academic requirements but not the English requirements, you are automatically offered a place at DUELI.
Deakin College
Deakin College offers small class sizes, a supportive environment and a guaranteed pathway into Deakin University. It is designed to help international students succeed at university.
Need support choosing your pathway?
Deakin is Melbourne’s #1 university for student support. Our advisers and authorised agents can guide you through your pathway options and help you understand how to start your studies successfully.
At DUELI, I improved my English and made many friends from different cultures which expanded my ways of multicultural thinking and built a solid foundation for my study at Deakin University.
DUELI and Bachelor of Arts
Other recognised pathways to Deakin
Deakin also recognises additional pathways. These include TAFE programs and international partner pathways, which can help you meet entry requirements and prepare for your degree.
Technical and Further Education (TAFE)
Studying at a TAFE institute can provide a pathway into Deakin. Completing a Certificate IV, diploma, advanced or associate degree may give you the academic results you need for your chosen Deakin degree.
If you have completed a TAFE qualification at Diploma level or above, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to reduce the duration and cost of your Deakin degree.
International partner institutions
Deakin has formal pathway agreements with quality institutions worldwide. These partnerships let you start your studies locally before transferring to Deakin in Australia to complete your degree.
Pathways may offer credit for prior learning (RPL) or follow a Deakin-licensed curriculum to help you transition successfully. We have partners in countries including China, India, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and the United States.
Contact your local Deakin representative or partner institution to learn more about pathways, credits, and scholarships.
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