Deakin University for International Students: Fees, Entry and Intakes
TL;DR: Deakin University teaches international students at Melbourne Burwood, Geelong Waurn Ponds, Geelong Waterfront and Warrnambool, with intakes in March, July and November. Deakin's 2027 International Course Guide lists annual fees of AUD 43,800 to 48,000 for the popular degrees below, IELTS of 6.0 to 7.0, scholarships worth 25 to 100 percent of tuition, and Deakin College as the pathway when your marks fall short.
Four questions decide a Deakin application: which campus teaches your course, what it costs, what score you need, and whether you start at Deakin or its pathway college. Check your eligibility with Prosper for a second opinion.
What does Deakin University offer international students?
Deakin University teaches across four campuses in Victoria, Australia. Melbourne Burwood is the largest, with about 27,000 students. Geelong Waurn Ponds holds the main research facilities, Geelong Waterfront sits near the beach, and Warrnambool, about three hours from Melbourne by train, is known for small classes.
| Course | Campuses | Length | 2027 annual fee (AUD) | IELTS (lowest band) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Information Technology | Burwood, Waurn Ponds | 3 years | 43,800 | 6.0 (6.0) |
| Bachelor of Cyber Security | Burwood, Waurn Ponds | 3 years | 43,800 | 6.0 (6.0) |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Burwood, Waterfront | 3 years | 46,800 | 6.0 (6.0) |
| Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | Burwood, Waurn Ponds | 4 years | 46,800 | 6.0 (6.0) |
| Bachelor of Nursing | Burwood, Waterfront, Warrnambool | 3 years | 45,800 | 7.0 (6.5 writing) |
| Master of Business Analytics | Burwood | 1.5 to 2 years | 45,800 | 6.5 (6.0) |
| Master of Information Technology | Burwood | 1 to 2 years | 45,800 | 6.5 (6.0) |
| Master of Cyber Security | Waurn Ponds | 1 to 2 years | 45,800 | 6.5 (6.0) |
| Master of Professional Accounting | Burwood | 1 to 2 years | 48,000 | 6.5 (6.0) |
Deakin University fees for international students
The fees above are the "2027 annual cost" in Deakin's 2027 International Course Guide. Deakin calls them indicative and says tuition can rise by up to 6 percent each academic year. Our guide to Australia tuition fees for international students compares Deakin with other universities.
Deakin University entry requirements
Each undergraduate course sets its own minimum, which can differ by campus. A master's degree needs a completed bachelor degree, and a related degree can shorten it: the Master of Business Analytics takes 1.5 years instead of 2. Our guides to the Master of Business Analytics in Australia and the Master of Cyber Security in Australia compare these routes.
Deakin accepts IELTS, PTE Academic, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency and OET. Most bachelor degrees need IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0, most master's degrees 6.5 with no band below 6.0, and Nursing 7.0 with 6.5 in writing. Our PTE exam guide covers the main alternative to IELTS.
Deakin University intakes
In 2027, teaching begins on Monday 1 March (Trimester 1), Monday 5 July (Trimester 2) and Monday 1 November (Trimester 3). The master's degrees above take all three intakes; most bachelor degrees take March and July, and Nursing at Warrnambool starts in March only.
Deakin decides coursework applications in about two to three weeks once it has every document. Then come the Confirmation of Enrolment, the Genuine Student requirement and the visa, which together usually take three to four months. See how to apply to university in Australia.
Deakin University scholarships
Most Deakin scholarships are limited and awarded first come, first served.
- Deakin Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: 50 or 100 percent of tuition. You need an 85 percent average, a 300-word statement and two references, sent a month before your course starts.
- Deakin International Scholarship for Excellence: 25 percent of tuition for students from listed countries, assessed automatically, with a 75 percent average (undergraduate) or 80 percent (postgraduate).
- South Asia merit awards: 10 and 20 percent awards for citizens of listed countries only.
Deakin College: the pathway route
Deakin College teaches on the Melbourne and Geelong campuses and calls itself a guaranteed pathway into Deakin University. Its diploma (8 or 12 months) leads into the second year of a Deakin bachelor degree when you finish with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 50, or 70 for law, and asks for IELTS 5.5 with no band below 5.0. Intakes are March, June and October. Deakin College's 2026 fees are AUD 35,200 to 40,000 for a diploma, AUD 32,200 or 37,260 for the Foundation Program and AUD 21,000 for the 4-month Masters Qualifying Program for graduates.
Applying from Sri Lanka
Deakin adds your best three Sri Lankan A/L grades: A = 5, B = 4, C = 3, S = 2. The table uses the 2027 International Course Guide minimums; confirm yours on the course page.
| Your A/L result | Route | What it opens |
|---|---|---|
| 12 points or more (for example B, B, B) | Direct entry | Commerce at Burwood, Nursing at Burwood or Waterfront, plus every course below |
| 9 to 11 points (for example C, C, C) | Direct entry | IT, Cyber Security or Engineering; Commerce at Waterfront; Nursing at Warrnambool |
| Two A/L passes, or under 9 points | Deakin College diploma | Second year of the matching Deakin degree with a WAM of 50 |
| Three O/L passes, no A/L yet | Deakin College Foundation Program | A first step on to Deakin study |
General English does not count towards the diploma's two A/L passes. Sri Lanka is on the list for the Deakin International Scholarship for Excellence, but not for the 10 and 20 percent South Asia awards.
Deakin recommends an authorised agent. Prosper can apply to Deakin University or Deakin College for you: we check your results against the course page, choose two or three matched courses, and submit within 24 hours of receiving complete documents. Start with our Australia student visa document checklist.
Frequently asked questions
Does Deakin accept A/L results?
Yes. Deakin University adds your best three A/L grades and needs 9 or 12 points for the courses listed here. Two A/L passes meet entry to a Deakin College diploma.
When are Deakin's intakes?
Deakin University has three intakes. In 2027, teaching starts on 1 March, 5 July and 1 November.
What IELTS score does Deakin need?
Most Deakin University bachelor degrees need IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0, and most master's degrees 6.5 with no band below 6.0. Nursing needs 7.0 with 6.5 in writing.
Does Deakin offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. The Deakin Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship covers 50 or 100 percent of tuition, and the Deakin International Scholarship for Excellence covers 25 percent for students from listed countries. Both require the course's entry and English requirements.
PS: Your A/L points or degree average decide where you start. Check your eligibility with Prosper and we will show you which route your results open.
References
- International Course Guide 2027, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0034/274669/deakin-international-course-guide.pdf (verified 31/10/2026)
- Tuition fees for international students, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/students/enrolment-and-fees/fees/international-students/international-student-fees (verified 31/10/2026)
- 2027 Trimester academic calendar, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0023/68144/2027-trimester-academic-calendar.pdf (verified 31/10/2026)
- Entry requirements, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/international-students/entry-requirements (verified 31/10/2026)
- Undergraduate course academic requirements, Deakin University, https://deakin.edu.au/international-students/entry-requirements/previous-study-academic-requirements (verified 31/10/2026)
- Master of Business Analytics for international students, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/course/master-business-analytics-international (verified 31/10/2026)
- Bachelor of Nursing for international students, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/course/bachelor-nursing-international (verified 31/10/2026)
- International student applications, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/international-students/how-to-apply (verified 31/10/2026)
- Deakin Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/study/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/find-a-scholarship/deakin-vice-chancellors-international-scholarship (verified 31/10/2026)
- Deakin International Scholarship for Excellence, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/study/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/find-a-scholarship/deakin-international-scholarship-for-excellence (verified 31/10/2026)
- Deakin International Meritorious 20% Scholarship, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/study/fees-and-scholarships/scholarships/find-a-scholarship/deakin-international-meritorious-20-scholarship (verified 31/10/2026)
- International entry pathways, Deakin University, https://www.deakin.edu.au/international-students/entry-requirements/pathways (verified 31/10/2026)
- Academic entry requirements, Deakin College, https://www.deakincollege.edu.au/how-apply/international/academic-entry-requirements/ (verified 31/10/2026)
- 2026 Quick Guide for International Students, South Asia, Deakin College, https://www.deakincollege.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/south-asia-2026.pdf (verified 31/10/2026)
- 2027 Quick Guide for International Students, Deakin College, https://www.deakincollege.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/singapore.pdf (verified 31/10/2026)
