Study options
You have the option to study from 1, up to 4 credit points.
1 credit point online study
1 credit point study load: 7.5 ECTS, or 3 – 4 US credits.
Cost:
2020: A$2,606
2021: A$2,680
Please select 2 – 3 units when you apply.*
2 credit points online study
2 credit points study load: 15 ECTS, or 6 – 8 US credits.
Cost:
2020: A$5,212
2021: A$5,360
Please select 3 – 4 units when you apply.*
3 credit points online study
3 credit points study load: 22.5 ECTS, or 12 – 14 US credits
Cost:
2020: A$7,818
2021: A$8,040
Please select 5 – 6 units when you apply.*
4 credit points online study
4 credit points study load: 30 ECTS, or 12 – 16 US credits
Cost:
2020: A$10,424
2021: A$10,720
Please select 6 – 8 units when you apply.*
* Select a few extra units when you apply as this will ensure you have these other unit options (of your preference) to enrol into just in case you don’t get into your first preferences.
Study areas
Deakin has a wide range of units offered online across nearly all disciplines. Below find the list of courses or units you can study online.
Pre-approved units: Some of these units are 'pre-approved'. This means these units have no prerequisites; in other words, if you select these units, your application is processed quicker.
You could also consult the Deakin Handbook for other unit options. Ensure your units of choice are offered on the Cloud (or online) mode, and are available in the trimester you wish to study in.
Arts and Education
Business and Law
Health
Science, Engineering and Built Environment
Important dates
Trimester 2, 2020 | Trimester 3, 2020 | Trimester 1, 2021 | |
Orientation Week | 9 – 10 July 2020 | 2 – 6 November 2020 | 26 February – 5 March 2021 |
Classes commence | 13 July 2020 | 9 November 2020 | 8 March 2021 |
Intra-trimester break | 17 – 23 August 2020 | 21 December 2020 – 3 January 2021 | 2 April – 11 April 2021 |
Teaching period ends | 2 October 2020 | 5 February 2021 | 28 May 2021 |
Study period | 5 – 9 October 2020 | 8 – 10 February 2021 | 31 May – 4 June 2021 |
Examinations | 12 – 23 October 2020 | 11 – 19 February 2021 | 7 – 18 June 2021 |
Academic entry requirements
Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent) in your home country must meet the minimum requirements for entry to a Deakin study abroad or exchange program.
English language requirements
You need to meet our English language requirements.
- All incoming undergraduate students are required to meet English Band A.
- All incoming postgraduate students are required to meet English Band B.
Units from the following study areas have a higher English Requirement:
- Creative Writing
- Education
- Law
- Nursing
- Social Work
View Deakin University's English language requirements.
Need English language support?
Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) can help you prepare for entry into a Deakin study abroad or exchange program.
English for Academic Purposes
DUELI offers multiple English for Academic Purposes levels (EAP: 1 through 3) to help you prepare for your Deakin studies.
Once you are placed at the EAP level appropriate to your English skills, you will advance through the levels. Upon successful completion of EAP Level 3, you will meet the English language requirements for most study abroad programs at Deakin University.
General English
Our General English (GE) programs are designed as a pathway to the EAP program, in addition to helping you improve your English language skills for your personal development. Upon successful completion of GE 5 you are eligible to undertake the EAP pathway.
GE students learn English for everyday situations; they learn to speak accurately and clearly, improve their pronunciation and fluency, extend their vocabulary, and continue to develop cross-cultural communication skills.
How can I apply?
The programs are available to independent study abroad students and also to exchange students from Deakin’s partner universities. Tuition fees are payable upon enrolment.
- Step 1. Pick your units/subjects
Select the units/subjects you would like to study by exploring the pre-approved units and the Deakin Handbook. Remember to look for subjects that are offered in Trimester 2, 2020 as Cloud (online) mode. If you have other Trimester 2 units that you are interested in and the Handbook doesn’t mention its Cloud offering, please contact us. - Step 2: Apply
Ready to apply? Go to the Deakin Study Abroad and Exchange application portal to lodge your application. Send us an email letting us know that you have applied so we can start processing your application quickly.
What happens after I have applied?
We assess your application and will be in touch about the outcome. Once a place is offered, you will be issued an Offer Letter. We will guide you through the steps on how to accept your offer and make any payments (if applicable).
More information on enrolling (signing up) for your units will be provided to you 3 – 4 weeks before teaching commencement. You will be given access to DeakinSync which is your comprehensive learning, library and support interface, and you are then ready to start your studies at Deakin!
Find out more
Explore the 3-part video series on online study at Deakin:
Part 1: Studying online at Deakin
Part 2: Connection and support
Part 3: Resources and tools
Find out more:
Contact us
If you would like to get in touch, please feel free to send us an email.