Partner with Deakin to drive real-world solutions

From startups and multinational companies to government agencies and local communities, our collaborative approach drives meaningful outcomes. Partner with a university that leads in innovation, creates real-world solutions and drives lasting change. Discover how a Deakin partnership can achieve impactful results.

Submit an enquiry to partner with Deakin

No matter where you are in Australia or the world, whether you seek a commercial, academic or community partnership, I invite you to collaborate with us. Let’s see what we can achieve together.

Professor Iain Martin

Deakin University Vice-Chancellor

#1 Victorian university for facilities and resources

A Deakin partnership provides access to facilities, academic expertise and student talent. Whether you're focused on sustainability research or recruiting future leaders, your collaboration can help address pressing challenges and drive innovation at Deakin.

Ways to partner with Deakin

There are many pathways to becoming a Deakin partner, each tailored to align with your unique needs and ambitions. Deakin offers:

  • research partnerships
  • access to business development opportunities
  • access to world-class facilities
  • event hosting and services
  • short courses for professional development and training
  • opportunities to employ students and graduates.

Discover how you can partner with Deakin

Inspirational alumni

Inspirational alumni

Our alumni are a testament to the power of education and connection. Many are involved in giving back to the community, sharing their experiences and mentoring current students. Their stories inspire us all to continue fostering a culture of engagement and support.

Donate to empower future generations

Support Deakin’s mission and make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader community. Your contributions help create opportunities and empower those in need. Join us in our vision of becoming Australia’s most progressive university, dedicated to shaping a brighter, more inclusive future.

How philanthropy drives change

Philanthropy at Deakin opens doors to education, fuels groundbreaking research and drives innovation to solve global challenges. Your support delivers real-world impact, enabling our graduates and researchers to lead, innovate and make a difference in communities around the world.

Find out how to donate

Find an expert to partner with

Your search starts here, whether you are looking for an industry expert for a specific project or a potential partner or collaborator. Explore the opportunities to connect, innovate and drive impact together.

Find a Deakin expert

Rankings and footnotes

Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our University rankings page.

Contact us

Ready to make a difference? We invite you to explore partnership opportunities with Deakin. Together, we can ignite change and foster a legacy of collaboration and success.

Contact the Partnerships and Engagement Team