About Deakin College

Deakin College teaches across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and Geelong, giving students two distinct Victorian settings. Burwood is in Melbourne’s established east, with tram access that makes daily travel to the city practical. Geelong Waterfront sits by Corio Bay and the city centre, while Waurn Ponds is in Geelong’s southern suburbs, near Deakin University’s larger campus. The choice matters: Burwood suits those who want metropolitan routines, while Geelong offers a smaller-city pace and a more compact local community.

Formerly known as the Melbourne Institute of Business & Technology, Deakin College is a private pathway college affiliated with Deakin University. Its diplomas are designed to prepare international students for university study, with academic support and a transition into the expectations of Australian higher education. Available study areas include business, creative arts, science and health, alongside mixed-field options. Rather than arriving straight into a large university degree cohort, learners begin in a college environment before moving on to further study where they meet the required progression conditions.

This is likely to suit someone who wants a structured start to university and values a clear academic pathway in Victoria. It may be less suited to applicants looking for a standalone specialist qualification with extensive workplace training. Campus choice is worth considering carefully, since commuting, accommodation options and the day-to-day feel differ markedly between Burwood and Geelong.

Campuses

VIC - Deakin College - Waurn Ponds Campus

Melbourne

VIC - Deakin College - Geelong Waterfront Campus

Melbourne

VIC - Deakin College - Burwood Campus

Melbourne