Deakin University Intakes and Deadlines

A trimester system gives Deakin a real edge for students who miss the main window elsewhere - Trimester 1 (March) carries the broadest course list, but Trimester 2 (July) and Trimester 3 (November) follow only a few months apart with most popular programs still open. Deakin doesn't enforce one hard cutoff; instead it publishes recommended deadlines and keeps applications open until courses fill, which rewards applying early both for a seat and for scholarship consideration, since most awards run first-come, first-served.

Deakin University Fees for International Students

Deakin charges per unit, billed each trimester, so your annual cost depends on your course load and the specific program. The 2026 figures below are approximate annual estimates for tuition only. INR values are approximate (around ₹55 per AUD 1).

Deakin University Programmes

Deakin offers over 175 undergraduate and postgraduate programs across four faculties, with a strong reputation for flexible and online-supported learning:

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  Bachelor's Degrees three- and four-year degrees in business, IT, engineering, health sciences, nursing, law, sport science and the creative arts, many with built-in work-integrated learning.
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  Master's & Postgraduate Coursework programs in high-demand areas like cyber security, business analytics, data analytics and the MBA, with no GMAT/GRE requirement for most courses.
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  Higher Degrees by Research PhD and research master's, often requiring higher English proficiency (commonly IELTS 7.0, no band below 6.5).
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  Pathways Deakin College (academic pathways) and DUELI, the Deakin University English Language Institute, for students who don't yet meet direct-entry requirements.
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  Distinctive Strengths the world's \#1-ranked Sport Science program, an AACSB- and EQUIS-accredited Business School, and an engineering precinct with cutting-edge digital manufacturing and 3D printing facilities.
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  Career Focus standardized tests like SAT/ACT (UG) and GRE/GMAT (PG) are generally not required, with Deakin instead weighting academic results and English proficiency most heavily.

Deakin University International Students Criteria

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  Undergraduate academic requirement: A recognised Year 12-equivalent qualification; Indian applicants are generally assessed around 70–80% in Class 12, though Deakin evaluates academic equivalency rather than a strict universal cutoff.
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  Postgraduate requirement: A recognised bachelor's degree (minimum three years), with Indian applicants generally assessed around 65–75%; the MBA specifically requires a minimum of three years of relevant work experience or an equivalent graduate diploma, plus a current CV.
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  English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 overall for most undergraduate programs and IELTS 6.5 overall for most postgraduate programs (6.5 with no band below 6.0 for the MBA); some courses set higher bars - Nursing requires IELTS 7.0, and Law requires IELTS 7.0 with no individual band below 7.0. PTE, TOEFL, CAE and CPE are also accepted.
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  English waiver: You may be exempt from English testing if your prior education was taught entirely in English at an approved institution, or if you've lived and worked in an English-speaking country for at least five years (assessed case-by-case).
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  Pathways: Applicants who fall short of direct entry can use Deakin College's academic pathway programs or DUELI's English preparation courses.
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  Supporting documents: Academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, letters of recommendation, a CV (for postgraduate and MBA), and standardised test scores (SAT/ACT or GRE/GMAT) only where a specific course requires them.
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  Application route: Indian students apply directly through Deakin's online Application Portal or via a Deakin-authorised agent; applications can be submitted even while awaiting outstanding documents like IELTS results.
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  Student visa: After accepting your offer and meeting all conditions, Deakin issues a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) to apply for an Australian Student visa (Subclass 500).

Deakin University Scholarships

Deakin's scholarships are awarded first-come, first-served, which makes an early application a genuine financial strategy rather than just good practice. The awards below are open to Indian and other international students.

1. Deakin Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship

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  Covers 50% to 100% of tuition fees for eligible international students in undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degrees.
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  Awarded based on exceptional academic performance and supporting documents.
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  Students who narrowly miss this award are automatically considered for the Deakin International Scholarship instead.

2. Deakin International Scholarship

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  A 25% reduction in tuition fees for new international students.
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  Open to international students, including from India, who meet strong academic entry requirements.
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  Assessed automatically during the application process.

3. Deakin STEM Scholarship

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  A 20% tuition-fee discount for eligible Science, Technology, Engineering, and Environment students.
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  Open to new international students applying for select STEM degrees.
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  Awarded automatically based on academic merit at the time of application.

4. Deakin Global Health Leaders Scholarship

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  A scholarship specifically for international students entering eligible global health-related programs.
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  Reported by past recipients as a genuinely accessible award through a straightforward application process.
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  Open to eligible international applicants, including from India.

5. Australia Awards / Government-Funded Scholarships

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  Covers full tuition plus additional support such as living allowances or travel grants.
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  Offered to students from eligible partner countries through the Australian Government, subject to separate eligibility criteria.
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  A competitive, government-administered process distinct from Deakin's own scholarships.