Change of Preference

What is the Change of Preference period?

During specified periods during Year 12 and after your results are released, you will be able to add, remove or re-order your course preferences in your VTAC course application. These periods give you the chance to carefully consider your application and speak to us to answer any questions before you make your decision.

There are several ways you can connect with us during the Change of Preference periods.

Change of Preference events

Come to one of our Change of Preference events in December 2025. See below for details.

One-on-one consultations

Talk directly with our course advisors to discuss your study options.

Chat to a Course Advisor

Live chat

Chat with us on Facebook or Instagram

Deakin College hotline

Call us on (03) 9244 5600, Monday – Friday from 9am – 5pm.

Walk-in

Available at our Burwood campus. If you would like to make an appointment for a tour in Burwood or if you would like to visit us in Geelong, please contact us before coming to campus.

Email

dcoll-direct@deakin.edu.au

Change of Preference events

*Only the diploma is currently taught at this location. The bachelor program is currently taught at another campus.

FAQs

When can I change my VTAC preference?

Change of Preference opens on 4 August 2025 and closes on 13 December 2025 at 12pm. It will reopen 23 December 2025 (10am-4pm) and again in January and February 2026. Deakin College will be available to take online and phone queries during each Change of Preference round.

You can find all the dates for Change of Preference periods on the VTAC website.

What are the requirements needed for entry into a Deakin College Diploma?

For domestic students who are under 21 years old, the entry requirement into Deakin College is one of the following:

• Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 (VCE, VCE VM, Unscored VCE or the equivalent from any Australian state or territory), or;
• Certificate IV (12-month course)

You can find out more on our Entry Requirements page.

I am a Year 12 student, do I apply directly via Deakin College’s website or via VTAC?

Australian students should apply through VTAC, unless:

• You are applying for a Deakin College course that begins in June or October or;
• You are applying for a Deakin College course that starts in March and you are not currently studying a standard Australian Year 12 curriculum or;
• The VTAC Change of Preference rounds have closed for the March intake.

Find out more about direct and VTAC applications on our application process webpage.