A guide for parents and families Deakin University Located in Australia: Melbourne | Geelong | Warrnambool | Cloud (online)

deakin.edu.au/int-parents 1 Welcome to Deakin

I am delighted to introduce you and your family to Deakin University – a leading Australian university with a strong international reputation in education and research. Deakin offers an exceptional study experience, degrees that prepare our students for the jobs of the future, and a safe and welcoming environment. The parents and families of our international students play such an important role in supporting and guiding their child in their choice of university, and making sure their transition into higher education is an enjoyable one. I want to assure you that Deakin University is here to do the same, to nurture your child to be the best they can be, and to ensure they enjoy every step along the way. As one of Australia’s largest universities, Deakin has extensive global networks, world-class research and, most importantly, an educational portfolio that combines the best of campus and digital delivery into a highly supportive and personalised study experience. We will continue to be innovative and ambitious by exploring new approaches in teaching and learning. Deakin is a leader in the use of digital platforms and resources, and we are always expanding our community and industry connections, in Australia and abroad, to ensure our university offers students a globally recognised and respected qualification. We look forward to providing you with more information about Deakin University and how we can help your child succeed. I look forward to welcoming them to Deakin one day soon. In the Top 1% of all Professor Iain Martin universities worldwide Vice-Chancellor ShanghaiRankings World University Rankings Deakin University, Australia

Ranked in the Top 50 young universities in the world QS Young University Rankings

Highest level of overall student satisfaction among universities in the Australian state of Victoria for nine years in a row Australian Graduate Survey and Graduate Outcomes Survey, QILT

1 Deakin University deakin.edu.au/int-parents 2 Why Deakin?

A high-quality education, excellent Deakin’s approach to learning places emphasis on practical employment prospects and a university experience and our curriculum is informed by the best in industry. Work placements allow our students to apply experience your child will love – that’s what their knowledge and explore their career interests. That’s Deakin University has to offer. how our degrees stay relevant and students develop the skills and knowledge they need to graduate job-ready. Deakin University, Australia, is ranked in the Top 1% of As the world moves into an increasingly digital future, universities worldwide (ShanghaiRankings), and is among Deakin has invested in the latest technology, state-of-the- the top 50 young universities in the world (QS). art learning tools and facilities to ensure our students Our degrees are world-class and we are on an impressive are equipped with the skills and knowledge required upward trajectory in global subject rankings. Deakin is for the jobs of tomorrow. From our cutting-edge Centre ranked in the Top 1% of all universities worldwide in for Advanced Design in Engineering Training (CADET), to 28 study areas, including business, computer science, VeRITy, a ‘Virtual Reality Intrapartum Touch Trainer’ for education, electrical engineering, law, medicine, nursing, nursing and midwifery students, our students have plenty public health, sport and more. of opportunities for hands-on learning. We offer programs in a number of different areas, Deakin has a variety of quality accommodation options. including: Your child may like to live on campus with other students, • Architecture and construction management or off campus in nearby private housing. Either way, we • Business can help your child find somewhere to live that best meets • Design their needs. • Education and teaching Deakin is here to help your child succeed. We invite • Engineering you to learn more about all that Deakin has to offer. • Food, nutrition and dietetics Visit deakin.edu.au/int-parents. • Health sciences and allied health • Humanities, social sciences and languages • Information technology • Law • Media, communication and creative arts • Medicine • Nursing and midwifery • Psychology • Science and environment • Sport. Preparing our students for the future Interns@Deakin Deakin focuses on preparing our students for their dream The Interns@Deakin program coordinates a range of career. They will experience practical, real-world learning, internships each trimester within Deakin’s faculties, and be ready to enter the workforce with confidence. divisions, research centres, the FreelancingHUB and Our graduate employment division DeakinTALENT is international offices overseas. The Deakin values dedicated to providing expert career guidance and FreelancingHUB Our values are enduring; they inform who we are, what we development, and will help your child connect with The FreelancingHUB is an exciting initiative designed to believe in, how we behave and what we stand for as individuals employers. DeakinTALENT offers a range of programs and develop work-ready graduates through work experience and as a university community contributing to the public good. services to start your child on the right path. opportunities. The HUB positions students in not-for-profit Deakin International Students’ Careers (DISC) program or community organisations where they develop a solution DISC has been designed specifically for international to a real-world project. students and graduates. It offers a suite of workshops Internships as part of the degree to assist international students in understanding the Many Deakin degrees offer the opportunity to complete an workplace, learn what employers are looking for, and help internship as part of the program. With the help of their Excellent Ethical Inclusive Sustainable them connect with and present confidently to employers. lecturer, your child can find a short-term work opportunity in a local organisation to gain exposure to real-life projects.

3 Deakin University deakin.edu.au/int-parents 4 A safe and welcoming community

Australia is home to people from many Geelong different cultures and backgrounds. It is a If pristine air, green landscapes and a healthy coastal welcoming country that greatly values the lifestyle is what your child is looking for, then Geelong is for them. Located a short train trip from Melbourne, diversity that international students and Geelong has a stunning countryside and outdoor activities their families bring. on its doorstep. And, most famously, it is the gateway to the surf coast with the iconic Bells Beach and Great This culture extends to Deakin University. Across our four Ocean Road. campuses, and our innovative online learning platform Our Geelong Waterfront Campus is right on Corio Bay – Cloud Campus, students feel supported, safe and included in the heart of Geelong. Originally built as wool stores thanks to the many support services, friendly staff and in the 19th century, the buildings have been extensively engaging study spaces available. renovated, creating a modern, impressive campus. Our locations Deakin’s Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus is home to almost 7300 students who have access to world-class programs You can be sure that your child will become a part of an and superb facilities, and enjoy a relaxing, regional engaging community, no matter which Deakin campus they environment. choose to pursue their studies. Our physical campuses Discover Australia Warrnambool are located across three locations: Melbourne, Geelong Australia is a country home to and Warrnambool. Each community is unique and gladly A train trip from Melbourne, Warrnambool is a spectacular scenery, incredible welcomes international students. International students welcoming campus, close to the town centre and food, international sporting work in local businesses and enjoy the wide range of beautiful surf beaches. events and more. We invite you to recreational activities each town has to offer. With close to 1000 students, Deakin’s Warrnambool discover what Australia has to offer. Melbourne Campus offers a friendly, close-knit community Visit australia.com to learn more. A multicultural city, Melbourne is an international environment. Set on the banks of the picturesque Hopkins community that is home to people from all around River, the campus is close to local surf beaches and the world. popular tourist attractions. Deakin’s Melbourne Burwood Campus is our busiest campus, with around 30,000 students. Set in a leafy suburb with plenty of open spaces and parks, the campus includes architecturally impressive buildings and outstanding facilities.

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5 Deakin University deakin.edu.au/int-parents 6 The support your child needs to succeed

We want your child to have a meaningful Deakin Medical Centre learning experience. To achieve this, Deakin Deakin Medical Centre provides professional medical offers a complete range of services, from and nursing healthcare and advice to students. Medical Scholarships centres are located on all campuses, and campus nurse orientation and welcome sessions to consultations are free and strictly confidential. Campus academic support and social activities. doctors bill directly through Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

Getting started Safety We make it our priority to ensure that all new international Deakin’s campuses and communities are safe places for students – many of whom have arrived in Australia for the students. Even so, security officers are on duty 24 hours first time – make a smooth transition to the University. a day, 7 days a week at all campuses to ensure the safety Deakin’s welcome program includes airport pick up, of your child. Safer Community is a service available for At Deakin, we believe Most scholarships are incredibly Deakin offers a variety of scholarships orientation, workshops, social events, study groups and support, advice or information if something just doesn’t everyone should have competitive. Still, we encourage to support high-achieving students, opportunities for your child to get involved in campus life. all eligible students to apply as including: feel quite right. SafeZone is a free phone app for all Deakin the opportunity to go to You can be confident that your child will feel welcome and students that connects them directly to the security team. scholarships offer a great opportunity • Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s supported from day one. university. That is why Deakin to save a significant amount of money International Scholarship offers a Cutting-edge digital support offers a range of scholarships while pursuing a world-class degree. 100% or 50% tuition fee reduction Students Helping Students Deakin Genie is an award-winning mobile app that to international students. Deakin scholarships recognise for the normal duration of the No one understands students better than students. That helps students keep on track with their studies. They international students with high course. is why student mentors are available to assist your child can use Genie to keep a calendar of upcoming classes academic performance and the • Deakin International Scholarship with academic, practical or social matters to help students and assignments; set goals for the year and motivate potential to make a positive offers 25% tuition fee reduction achieve their best results. This is a part of Deakin’s themselves to achieve them; and access support services contribution to the University and for the normal duration of the Students Helping Students service. and learning tools from around the University. its community. course. Both scholarships recognise students International Student Advisers (ISAs) with consistently high academic Friendly ISAs are located on each of Deakin’s campuses. performance who have the potential These advisers have lived and studied in other countries to make a leading contribution to the and have experienced firsthand the cultural and social University and its communities. adjustments involved. ISAs provide general support Deakin also offers scholarships related in person, online or over the phone. to specific study areas and degrees, and to support students from certain countries and backgrounds. The Australian Government also offers scholarships. Visit studyinaustralia.gov.au to Is your child under 18 years of age? learn more.

The Australian Government requires international students who are under the age of 18 to demonstrate that they have adequate welfare arrangements in place, before they can be granted a student visa. Visit deakin.edu.au/int-parents to learn more about these arrangements and how Deakin can support you and your child in this regard.

7 Deakin University deakin.edu.au/int-parents 8 Frequently asked questions

We have no doubt you have What academic support is What if my child does not questions and we are always available to my child? meet the English language available to assist you and There are a range of academic requirements for a Deakin your child to answer them. support services available both degree? online and in person. Deakin’s writing Below are some of the There are many ways to meet mentors will guide your child to Deakin’s English language questions we are asked by plan, research and structure their requirements. Students can improve parents and families and they assignments. They can also help their English at the Deakin University them to understand their marks and may help in providing you English Language Institute (DUELI) - manage their time. located at two of Deakin’s campuses. with more information. Faculty mentors assist with social and DUELI is recognised as one of the best academic transition into the faculty. English language centres in Australia. What are the living costs And our Library staff are available to Successful completion of DUELI’s associated with my child assist students in making the most of English for Academic Purposes (EAP) what the Library has to offer. pathway programs can provide your studying in Australia? Friendly ISAs are located on each of child with entry into most degrees at Beyond tuition fees, there are a Deakin’s campuses. These advisers Deakin University. number of other costs that you are an excellent source of support and need to consider. The Australian can help your child ease into studying Government provides average living at university and also introduce you cost estimates for international to the clubs, societies and events that students living and studying in the will help you get the most out of your Australian state of Victoria. Costs Where can my child live while Could my child experience Can my child work while time at Deakin. vary depending on where they live. studying at Deakin? culture shock in Australia? studying at Deakin? For example, living in Melbourne is Deakin offers support in finding Moving away from home for the first As an international student at Deakin, slightly more expensive than living in accommodation for students, time can often be daunting, let alone your child can work part time up to Warrnambool. whether they want to live on-campus moving to a new country! Sometimes 40 hours per fortnight in a trimester The 12-month living cost estimated or close by in a local community. our students experience some form when their course is in session. by the Department of Home Affairs Living on campus offers a unique of culture shock because they are no During trimester breaks and holidays, is A$20 290 per year, per person. opportunity for students to immerse longer surrounded by their familiar they can work as much as they want. For more detailed information themselves in the Deakin experience. environment and family and friends. Deakin can even help to find a job visit studyinaustralia.gov.au. Accommodation is available at all of But they soon discover that Australia that suits them – whether they’d like our Australian campuses, and various is a very multicultural country where some extra income, or if they would lease lengths are offered. they can find many of the foods, like to get some work experience activities and traditions that they related to their degree. Deakin can assist in searching for experienced back home. Regardless, off-campus accommodation for Deakin is always here to support your child. Deakin students also students who are feeling culture have the option of staying in a host shock or home sick. family home. This provides a great opportunity for students to improve their English in everyday situations and to learn more about living in Australia. Contact us Deakin is always here to help. If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please email us at [email protected].

9 deakin.edu.au/int-parents 10 Contact us Email us at [email protected] Telephone +61 3 9627 4877 Campuses Melbourne Burwood Campus 221 Burwood Highway Burwood Victoria 3125 Australia Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus Pigdons Road Waurn Ponds Victoria 3216 Australia Geelong Waterfront Campus 1 Gheringhap Street Geelong Victoria 3220 Australia Warrnambool Campus Princes Highway Warrnambool Victoria 3280 Australia

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