Attend an enrolment information session
Join us for a Deakin enrolment information session, where you'll gain valuable insights into unit selection, course planning and tips for a smooth transition into university life.
Congratulations on your offer to study at Deakin
Depending on your circumstances and how you applied, you may receive an offer through VTAC or a direct offer from Deakin. Follow these steps to accept your offer from Deakin and complete your enrolment process.
Step 1: Activate your account
Enter the required details to activate your account and get access to the systems you'll need as a student, such as DeakinSync, campus wi-fi and StudentConnect – which houses your course units.
Step 2: Respond to your offer
Log in to DeakinSync to review your offer details and course specifics, including start dates and requirements. Follow the prompts to confirm your acceptance. Make sure you respond by the specified deadline to secure your place.
To login, enter your username in the format 's999999999' then your password.
Step 3: Plan your course
Check the University Handbook to familiarise yourself with course requirements and the units you need to complete. Choose units that fit your study plan, keeping prerequisites and recommended sequences in mind.
Step 4: Check placement requirements
Students in optometry, medical imaging and nursing courses must meet a range of screening and health requirements, including a Working with Children Check, a Police Check and up-to-date immunisation status, before commencing clinical placements.*
Step 5: Enrol for the first time
Use the enrolment prompts in StudentConnect to officially enrol in the units you've selected. Double-check that your unit enrolments are accurately reflected in StudentConnect.
Are you an international student?
As an international student, there are important things to know before you arrive in Australia. From visa requirements to accommodation options, we've got you covered.
Get help with your offer or enrolment
If you're facing any challenges with your offer or enrolment process, Student Central is here to help! They provide guidance on everything from accepting your offer to course selection and enrolment issues.
Enrolled? How to manage your course
Course maps at Deakin University provide a clear outline of your degree requirements, helping you plan your study path effectively. They detail core units, electives and the sequence of courses needed to successfully complete your program.
How to defer your offer
If you need to postpone your studies, Deakin University allows you to defer your offer for up to two years in certain cases. Make sure to check the deadline and any conditions that may apply to your specific course. If you intend to defer, you should not enrol in your course.
Rankings and footnotes
Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our University rankings page.
*Optometry, medical imaging and nursing student placement information
Working With Children Check and Police Check
In accordance with the policy of the Department of Justice and Community Safety Victoria, all optometry, medical imaging and nursing students are required to undertake a Working with Children Check and a Police Record Check at the start of their course, as mandated by the Worker Screening Act 2020. If you do not obtain both a Police Record Check and a Working with Children Check prior to the commencement of your course, you will be ineligible to undertake clinical or professional experience placements, which will impede your progress in the course.
Immunisation status
Optometry, medical imaging, and nursing students may need to declare their immunisation status to meet health organisation requirements for clinical placements. Some agencies may refuse placement or employment if immunisation is not satisfactory. Deakin Medical Centres offer guidance, blood tests and vaccinations to support students before placements or graduate employment.
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