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Career Practitioners' Seminar
Thursday 18 February 2027, 9am–2.30pm
Melbourne Burwood Campus
Discover what's happening at Deakin
Join us at our Melbourne Burwood Campus for the 2027 Careers Practitioners' Seminar.
You'll receive the latest course updates, insights and resources, while gaining valuable information to help your students make confident decisions about their future.
On the day, you will:
- hear from Deakin Distinguished Professor Nick Birbilis, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment, as he shares an update on the latest developments, opportunities and future directions in his faculty
- gain insight into the student journey and the support available to students from offer through to their first weeks of university
- learn about new degrees, facilities, programs and events
- take part in interactive workshops that showcase our courses, learning experiences and support services
- connect with Deakin academic and professional staff, students and fellow careers practitioners.
| 8.15am | Registration opens |
| 9am |
Welcome (Roula Karakostas, Director, Future Students) Executive address and Q&A (Deakin Distinguished Professor Nick Birbilis) |
| 9.30am | The student journey from offer to orientation (Fiona Greig, Director, Student Experience and Engagement) |
| 10am | Future Students update: new courses, programs, events and opportunities |
| 10.30am | Morning tea and networking expo |
| 11am | Masterclasses (choose two from the list below) |
| 1.30pm | Lunch and networking expo |
2.15pm | Optional campus tour for those who didn’t attend earlier (45 minutes) |
Attend two masterclasses
Masterclasses are designed to equip you with the knowledge to empower your students to make informed decisions about their future.
A career in exercise and sport science
Explore what studying exercise and sport science can look like, from practical learning and WIL to Deakin’s specialist facilities. Discover career outcomes across sport, exercise and health, plus further study pathways.*
A Deakin guide for new CPs
Build your Deakin toolkit with practical tips, resources and guidance from Future Students. Learn where to find information and answers to confidently support your students exploring study options, pathways and more at Deakin.
AI-proof careers with arts and teaching
Engage with our panel as we discuss why studying arts is more important than ever. We’ll cover how to AI-proof careers with arts and teaching and share insights and international experiences from our graduates.
Digital marketing and advertising careers
Storytelling meets data-driven insights in the only degree of its kind at an Australian university, Deakin’s new Bachelor of Digital Marketing and Advertising. Develop creative industry skills for modern marketing careers.
Finding the right path into tech
When a student says ‘I want to work in tech,’ where do you start? Explore Deakin’s IT courses and where they can lead. Hear how recent graduates turned study into careers and see what our students are creating right now.
Food and nutrition science in action
Discover food and nutrition science through hands-on learning, lab and industry experiences. Explore the skills students build, diverse careers beyond dietetics and research from Deakin’s Centre for Advanced Food Sciences.^
From passion to environmental career
Explore where a passion for nature can lead, from zoology and wildlife conservation to sustainability. Get hands-on with fieldwork tools and discover Deakin pathways to careers making an impact on our natural world.
Global experiences growing employability
Accessible to all, our global programs develop students’ skills in ways that employers value highly. Hear how they learn to communicate in business contexts, across languages and cultures, to grow personally and professionally.
How do we do law differently?
Hear from a law academic about the practical experiences that set us apart. From advice and case work for real clients to oral presentations at simulated evidence hearings, learn how study meets the legal system at Deakin.
Melbourne Burwood Campus tour
Join a student-led tour of the Melbourne Burwood Campus. Discover campus life and explore our world-class facilities, including a showcase of our brand new engineering facilities at Burwood.
Understanding disability support services
Learn how the Disability Resource Centre supports students whose disability, neurodivergence or health challenges may affect study or university life through tailored services, programs and support.
*This masterclass includes a walking tour throughout the building.
^Long hair must be tied back and closed-toe shoes must be worn.
Register now
Getting there
The 2027 CP Seminar will be held at Deakin’s Melbourne Burwood Campus, Building HF. The campus is easily accessible by tram, car or bus.
