Orientation and International Student Welcome
You will need to arrive in Australia in time to attend your Orientation, which is normally the week before each Trimester begins. Orientation is designed to give you the best start to your life in Australia and studies at Deakin, with a range of fun and informative activities.
Safety and security
Australia welcomes visitors and migrants from all over the world – you will often hear us described as a proudly multicultural society.
Australia is a very safe place to live and visit. At Deakin we work hard to make sure that our students and staff feel safe and secure at all times.
Airport pick-up
We can pick you up from the airport when you land in Australia for the first time. This is a free service for all international students when they start their studies at Deakin University.
Deakin is a wonderful school with amazing resources and a welcoming environment. I appreciate the professionalism and meticulous level of assistance provided to students.
Justin, Kenya
Bachelor of Computer Science
International student support
Deakin offers specialist support for international students on every campus. Our Student Central division can provide general support to you during your studies, as well as offer advice on:
- adjusting to life in Australia and studying at Deakin
- getting a new CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment) or visa
- visa conditions relating to enrolment requirements
- work restrictions
- legal advice and support
- intermission
- leave of absence approval.
- Specialist support is also available to under-18 students.
Students helping students
We also have student mentors available to help you with academic, practical and social matters as part of Deakin's Students Helping Students program. Plus, many student mentors are international students themselves!
Clubs and societies
Joining a club is a great way to meet new people. As well as clubs for all kinds of courses, sports and interests, we have many international-focused groups too. Right now at Deakin there are dedicated clubs for students who are of Chinese, Sri Lankan, Greek, Italian, Spanish, Vietnamese, Japanese, Malaysian or African descent. And you can always start your own if you want to!
Events for international students
Many of our events and programs have a focus on international students.
These events can help you learn new language skills, meet other international students, or simply enjoy a new and different culture.
Careers and employment support
Our award-winning careers service, DeakinTALENT, can help you access employment support and opportunities. The Deakin International Student Careers program (DISC) can help prepare you for the Australian job market, increase your employability and help you reach your professional goals. DeakinTALENT also offers a range of other services.