For more information about these events or to express interest in attending, please email us.
A day in the life of a medical student
12 April – 30 July 2026
Various locations
'A day in the life of a medical student' is an opportunity for Year 11 and Year 12 students who live in the South West and Grampians/Wimmera regions who are interested in medicine to experience what it is like to study at Deakin.
The day includes hands-on practical activities as well as the chance to learn more about pathways, entry requirements and career options.
Clinical school academics and current students will be available to answer all your questions. These events will take place at Deakin Medical Schools in Warrnambool and Ballarat, and at Deakin Rural Medical Schools in Portland and Ararat.
Locations and dates
An expression of interest (EOI) is required to be considered for the program. Limited places available and submitting an EOI does not guarantee a place in the program. Please email us for more details.
All events run from 10am–3pm.
| Location | Year group | Program date | EOI due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warrnambool South West Healthcare | Year 12 | Monday 13 April 2026 | Friday 13 March 2026 |
| Warrnambool South West Healthcare | Year 11 | Wednesday 3 June 2026 | Friday 1 May 2026 |
| Warrnambool South West Healthcare | Year 11 | Wednesday 10 June 2026 | Friday 1 May 2026 |
| Ballarat Grampians Health | Year 12 | Wednesday 15 April 2026 | Friday 13 March 2026 |
| Ballarat Grampians Health | Year 11 | Wednesday 29 July 2026 | Friday 3 July 2026 |
| Portland Portland District Health | Year 11 and 12 | Thursday 28 May 2026 | Friday 1 May 2026 |
| Colac Colac Area Health | Year 11 and 12 | Thursday 16 July 2026 | Friday 19 June 2026 |
| Ararat East Grampians Health Service | Year 11 and 12 | Thursday 30 July 2026 | Friday 3 July 2026 |
Contact us
Email the Pathway2Health team
