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A step closer to your Engineering degree at Deakin Uni

Get the university student experience but with flexible entry and tailored support. Find out what makes us different.

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Why study a Diploma of Engineering at Deakin College?

Guaranteed entry to Deakin University

Complete your diploma and gain entry into the second year of your chosen degree.

Fast-track your studies

Complete your higher education diploma in 8 or 12 months and be ready to start your second year at Deakin University.

Supportive learning environment

Small class sizes and access to a wide range of support services ensure your transition to higher education is seamless and successful.

Flexible online or on-campus learning

Study where and when it suits you, and at your own pace in our tailored virtual learning environment.* Or complete your whole diploma face-to-face on campus. The choice is yours.

No ATAR required

We accept students who have completed VCE (or an Australian/international equivalent), VCE VM or unscored VCE, or mature-age students who have work and life experience.

Flexible start dates

With three intakes per year, you can choose to commence your studies in February, June or October.

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*Online students will need to attend on-campus practicals between one and five days per trimester, depending on the Deakin University degree pathway.

Pathways to Deakin University

On completion of the Diploma of Engineering, as long as you pass all your units and achieve an average mark of 50%, you can pathway into the second year of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at Deakin University with a major in one of the following:

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Civil Engineering

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Environmental and Sustainability Engineering

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Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineering

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Mechanical Engineering

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Mechatronics Engineering

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Reach your goals with personalised support

What makes us different is our supportive approach. Our on-campus classes are purposely capped at 30 students to facilitate more interaction between students and lecturers, and you’ll receive intensive academic content and support via small group tutorials and workshops.

Our online learning platform allows you to study independently in your own time, with one online session per week with your teacher; perfect if you’re juggling work or family commitments.

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