Deakin University

Amidst the lively atmosphere of Melbourne, stands Deakin University. It’s a place where history intertwines with innovation. Deakin University was established in 1974. The university was named after Alfred Deakin, Australia’s second Prime Minister. He was a key figure in the Australian Federation. Deakin University’s main campus is located in the Melbourne suburb of Burwood. The university also has campuses in Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront, and Warrnambool. A learning center is located in Werribee. Deakin University has consistently ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide. In 2024, Deakin was ranked the 3rd highest university in the world for Sport Science. It also ranked among the top 29 universities worldwide for Nursing. The university secured a spot among the top 32 globally for Education. Deakin’s Business School holds accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, a distinction shared by fewer than 5% of business schools globally. Deakin University has received high marks for undergraduate student satisfaction. In the 2019 Student Experience Survey, Deakin ranked fourth nationally in student satisfaction. It had the highest satisfaction rating among all Australian public universities. It also achieved the highest rating among Victorian universities. Since 2010, Deakin has consistently held the top spot for undergraduate student satisfaction among Victorian universities. It has also maintained a consistent top-two position for postgraduate student satisfaction in Victoria. The Burwood campus, Deakin University’s largest, is about a 45-minute tram ride from Melbourne’s CBD. The campus is nestled near the Gardiner’s Creek parklands. It has a student population of approximately 31,975 undergraduates and postgraduates as of 2020. A notable recent addition to the campus is the Law building, designed by the Australian architecture firm Woods Bagot. This building earned first place, gold, at the 2022 WAN Awards. Deakin University offers a rich learning experience, with a blend of history, modern facilities, and a commitment to student success.