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Year 12 applicants

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If you’re a current Year 12 student this page explains how to submit your application to VTAC or Deakin in seven easy steps. Got a question for us? Contact our friendly study experts now.

How to apply steps

  1. Find your course using your ATAR

    Use our course finder to discover the courses you could be eligible to apply for based on your ATAR.

  2. Check entry requirements

    Before starting your application, read through the entry requirements on the course page entry requirement tab. If you tick off each entry requirement, move onto step 4. Don’t meet requirements? See step 3.

  3. Check other pathways if you don’t meet the ATAR or course entry requirements

    If you didn’t get the ATAR you wanted or you don’t meet the course entry requirements, the good news is there are more pathways into Deakin. Use our pathways finder to map out a pathway to your dream course. 

  4. Check application key dates

    If you have the right ATAR for your course and you meet the entry requirements, the next step is to check Deakin’s key intake dates. Trimester 1 applications are made to VTAC. Trimester 2 and 3 applications are made directly to Deakin.

  5. Check what supporting documentation you’ll need

    Extra documents vary from course to course. Check the course entry requirements and read our preparing your application page for more information.

  6. Apply for Trimester 1 via VTAC

    Ready to apply? Head to VTAC, create an account and log in. Have your ID and supporting documents ready. Select 'course application' in your VTAC account, then enter your education history, review your application details and submit. Remember, you can apply for up to eight courses in order of preference. Need help with choosing preferences?

  7. Apply for Trimester 2 and 3 directly to Deakin

    Apply directly to Deakin for Trimester 2 and 3 intakes. Head to the Deakin Application Portal, create an account and log in. Start your application, enter personal details, education experience, upload supporting documents, review and submit. Need help? Contact our Student Central team on +61 3 9244 6333 or submit an online enquiry.

What happens after you apply?

If you apply to VTAC, you’ll receive an outcome in your VTAC Online Account and receive an email from Deakin, outlining next steps to accept your offer. If you apply to Deakin, we’ll email you a receipt number after you complete your application. We’ll usually notify you of the application outcome via email within 10 working days, however, some courses may take longer.

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Can I apply for a scholarship?

When you’re applying for a course, it’s a good idea to browse our available scholarships – you may be eligible for more than one. We offer undergraduate scholarships in a number of study areas to support you on your journey at Deakin.

Check if you’re eligible for a scholarship

Have your Year 12 studies been impacted by challenging circumstances? 

When preparing your course application, research your eligibility for special consideration. Special consideration, sometimes referred to as the Equity schemes (SEAS) and scholarships, recognises what you would have achieved if your studies had not been disrupted by difficult circumstances.

Check if you’re eligible for special consideration

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.

Contact us

If you need help completing your application, get in touch with one of our friendly future student advisers. Send us an enquiry or give us a call now on 1800 693 888.

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