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.
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.
The Alfred 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.
Exploring the impacts of conflict-induced displacement
David Leek’s PhD at Deakin explores the impact of conflict-induced displacement among South Sudanese in Australia, contributing to new understandings of some of humanity’s most pressing issues.
Exploring humanity through cinema
Oscar Bloomfield's PhD at Deakin explores how cinema is able to shine a light on the fundamental essences of the human condition which may have become lost or silenced due to the frantic pace of modern life.
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
Guided by Deakin’s five research strengths, our work drives partnerships and delivers insights that enrich communities.
- Sustainable world: We explore creative, cultural and technological responses to environmental challenges and justice.
- Society and culture: We examine identity, heritage, education and media to understand and strengthen diverse communities.
- Smarter technologies: We harness digital innovation to transform storytelling, learning and cultural engagement.
- Health and wellbeing: We investigate how media, identity and social factors influence mental, physical and community health.
- Safe communities: We address crime, racism, conflict and emerging digital threats to build safer, more resilient societies.
Footnotes
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