Deakin University
221 Burwood Highway, Burwood, Victoria 3125 Australia
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- About the Institution
Deakin University is a prominent public research university in Victoria, Australia. It's known for its applied learning, strong industry connections and high student satisfaction. It operates across multiple campuses and offers flexible modes of study including online.
- Institution Type
Public Research University
- Establishment Year
- Origins: 1887 (as Gordon Memorial Technical College)
- University Status: 1974
- Educational Focus
- Focus on applied learning, strong industry linkages and flexible study modes.
- Broad educational focus across faculties such as:
- Arts & Education
- Business & Law
- Health
- Science, Engineering & Built Environment
- Accreditations
- Regulated by the Australian national higher education regulator Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).
- Programmes such as the Deakin Business School hold international accreditations (e.g., AACSB/EQUIS) for business.
- Rankings
- QS World University Rankings 2026: #207 globally
- Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings: Ranked in the 201-250 band globally
- Highlights
- Named in Australia’s top 12 research institutes in 2023 across multiple fields.
- Offers a wide network of campuses and flexible online learning options, attracting international and domestic students.
- Strong outcomes in graduate employment and student support as evidenced by internal surveys.