Professional experience
Help us match you to the best 2026 placement experience!
Placement Preference Surveys are coming to your student email this week. Completing this early helps us understand your needs and match you with the best possible placement experience.
Make sure you’re enrolled in your T1 placement unit to receive your survey.
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Learn more about the framework, visits, expectations, reports, training, roles and responsibilities, PULSE and PEP.
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Please familiarise yourself with the School of Education's guidelines prior to your placement.
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View your placement calendars and handbook to prepare for your placement.
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Placements at rural, regional, and international schools are invaluable experiences for pre-service teachers.
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Access a range of helpful resources and services to support you through your student journey.
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A range of events and resources to help schools and mentors learn and grow.
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The Professional Experience Team are pleased to now offer weekly Zoom drop-ins focused entirely on placement logistics.
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Learn how our education research creates diverse, inclusive and sustainable societies.
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Get in touch with our friendly Placement team with your questions.
'The most rewarding part of studying at Deakin is seeing how far my confidence has come on placement. The theory that we’ve learnt has been practical and has really set us up for success on placement and as graduate teachers.'
– Philippa Barclay, Bachelor of Health and Physical Education student
Contact us
Get in touch with a member of the School of Education Professional Experience team to discuss your placement or ask a question.