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Orientation, Digital tools and Study Strategies advice for all new Deakin students
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Study Support guides
- Academic skills guides
- Maths Portal
- English for Uni
- Essential skills for Masters by Coursework
- Higher Degree by Research (HDR)
Report writing, Essay writing, exam revision, and much more
Referencing and academic integrity
Need assignment or study help?
Deakin Language and Learning Advisers
- Book a 30-minute appointment
- Meet in person at any campus, by phone, or via Skype for Business
- 9am – 8pm Mon - Thu
9am – 5pm Fri
Get help with:
- assignments
- academic writing development
- study strategies
Deakin student writing and maths mentors
- No appointment needed
- Drop in on campus or online
Writing Mentors
Help with assignment writing and study strategies
Maths Mentors
Help with maths problems and concepts
Or email us for referencing questions and quick study skills tips. Response within 24 hours Mon - Fri
Email Study Support
Online tutoring and assignment feedback
Smarthinking
24 hours a day 7 days a week
Real-time online tutoring
- Science, Maths and Statistics, Health, Business, IT, Writing
Written assignment feedback
- Get feedback within 24 hours
Smarthinking is available to Deakin students 365 days a year. Each student has up to 4 contact hours of assistance per year.
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Find out more about how we can best support your students on the Academic and Peer Support Blog.