Postgraduate

Study Guide 2019
Cloud Campus Melbourne Geelong Warrnambool
 Take the next step with Deakin
Futureproof
your career Workplace learning to get ahead
in your career
Practical and applied learning plays a key role in enhancing
Learn from the best
Our professors and lecturers are not only talented teachers,
many also come from industry and remain active in their
your employability. That’s why at Deakin we integrate a range fields, ensuring our courses stay relevant and reflect changing
of industry-based learning opportunities into many of our workplace needs.
A postgraduate degree can take your career to the next level. postgraduate courses, as well as fieldwork and professional
experiences in organisations in Australia and overseas. Scholarships for all types of student
With our flexible study options, industry-aligned courses These opportunities enhance your employment prospects Deakin’s extensive range of scholarships help to make
and add depth to your resume, at the same time as gaining
and leading reputation, postgraduate studies at Deakin will credit towards your studies.
postgraduate study more accessible. We offer over 25 different
types of postgraduate scholarships, with our top postgraduate
support you as you progress on your career journey. scholarships recognising and rewarding students from a broad
Courses informed by industry leaders range of backgrounds across a number of interest areas.
All our courses are designed with current industry practice in Visit deakin.edu.au/scholarships and discover what you can
mind. We work closely with industry and business to develop apply for. Go to page 9 for details on how to defer the costs
course content, source guest lecturers who are experts in of postgraduate study.
their commercial fields and give students work placement
opportunities that enhance their skills and employability. Our technology and facilities are world-class
Visit deakin.edu.au/life-at-deakin/why-study-at-deakin/ Deakin students have the highest satisfaction in IT resources of
our-industry-connections. any university in Australia or New Zealand.* We are continuously
improving our facilities to ensure they are at the forefront of
Flexible study around your work and life each field, providing you with the latest industry-standard
Top 2% of 5-star #1 university for Study at your own pace, when and where it suits you, with our equipment. For example, our engineering students have access
universities university# student satisfaction flexible learning options. You can choose to study units or your to some of the best future-focused engineering facilities in the
globally* in Victoria^ whole course online. Also choose whether you study full-time Australian university sector within the Centre for Advanced
or part-time, to suit your lifestyle and other commitments. Design in Engineering Training (CADET). With access to real
Visit deakin.edu.au/life-at-deakin/why-study-at-deakin/ and virtual facilities including computer simulation, prototyping,
flexible-study-options. testing and manufacturing, CADET allows students to realise
and validate their designs. Visit deakin.edu.au for details on
our leading facilities and innovative use of technology.
* VoiceProject IT Service Quality Benchmark Survey for ANZ universities

Contents
1 Take the next step with Deakin
2 The benefits of postgraduate study
3 Making postgraduate study work for you
4 Study online
6 All the support you need while you study
7 Flexible study options to suit you
8 Applying to Deakin
9 Costs
10 Contact us

* Academic Ranking of World Universities 2016, Times Higher Education 2016–2017 and
QS World University Rankings 2016–2017.
# Deakin is rated 5 stars for world-class facilities, research and teaching, as well as employability,
innovation and inclusiveness (Quacquarelli Symonds (QS); QS Stars University Ratings).
^ 2016 Student Experience Survey. deakin.edu.au 1
The benefits of
postgraduate study
Drive your career forward Graduate with professional accreditation
In a world that doesn’t stand still, neither can you. Postgraduate study Many of our courses are industry accredited, which means that future
expands your employment opportunities, giving you the skills and employers will recognise your qualification, as well as professional
expertise to progress your career. Employers value the professional associations, relevant industries and universities around the world,
skills and strategic thinking developed through studying at a helping you make the short list for your dream job.
postgraduate level.
Extend your professional network
Change your career A professional network formed at university – fellow students,
Are you seeking to change careers? Sectors? Industries? Do you want to teachers, mentors and employers via work placement programs –
gain experience in a new sector while studying? We understand that work provides lifelong benefits to every aspect of your career development.
experience plays a key role in enhancing your employability and assisting At Deakin, we facilitate extensive networking opportunities throughout
with the next step in your career. Many of our postgraduate courses offer your postgraduate studies, enabling you to develop strong and
opportunities for valuable work placement learning that can help you lasting connections.
develop the skills you need to move into a new field of employment.
Differentiate yourself from your peers
Gain industry experience while you study A postgraduate qualification helps you stand out from the crowd,
Practical and applied learning opportunities enable you to develop demonstrating your commitment to ongoing learning, upskilling and
the skills you need, whether changing or progressing your career,
gain industry knowledge and extend your professional networks.
advancing your career.

Making postgraduate study

work for you
Choose how you study Make the most of your work experience and study
‘The opportunity to do workplace You can choose to study at one of our campuses in Melbourne, Geelong a professional practice degree
or Warrnambool, study entirely online at our Cloud Campus, or study a
practicums in three separate combination of on-campus and online subjects if it fits better with your
Our professional practice degrees offer experienced professionals an
innovative approach to earning a postgraduate degree while they work –
workplaces has been an invaluable lifestyle and other commitments. saving both time and money. To find out how a professional practice
Deakin has three study periods each year, which means you can choose degree works, how it differs from a coursework degree, as well as who is
part of my learning – these practical when to start your degree. Fast-track your course by taking extra units eligible to apply, visit deakin.edu.au/courses/how-to-apply/course-types/
experiences is where the learning really throughout the year or you can complete one unit at a time, taking as professional-practice-credentials/professional-practice-degrees.
much time as you need.
consolidates, I have more questions for Study through FutureLearn
You can also switch between part-time and full-time study and set your
my supervisors and the readings and own pace throughout your course. Visit deakin.edu.au/life-at-deakin/ Another postgraduate study option available at Deakin is FutureLearn, which
why-study-at-deakin/flexible-study-options for more information on gives you a taste of the Deakin learning experience for free with a range of
assignments have more context.’ flexible study options at Deakin. online units. The units are broken down into convenient two-week blocks, so
you can manage your learning around your work and lifestyle commitments.
Deakin also offers some postgraduate degrees on FutureLearn across a
Carolyn Williams Fast-track your studies
range of interest areas, which means that once you’ve completed your free
Master of Child Play Therapy graduate Some courses allow you to complete a unit with just a few contact days per
two-week unit, you can then choose to continue studying and enrol in a full
Educational play therapist at The Royal trimester. The intensive workshops and seminars give you face-to-face peer
Deakin postgraduate course, delivered via FutureLearn.
Children’s Hospital, Melbourne discussion and networking, but still let you keep up your other activities.
It can be especially useful if you’re working full time or live far away. Visit deakin.edu.au/courses/study-online/futurelearn to find out what
Visit deakin.edu.au/life-at-deakin/why-study-at-deakin/flexible-study- units and courses are available via FutureLearn.
options to find out which units are available in intensive study blocks.
Study online anytime with Start Anytime
Study at your own pace You can study some postgraduate business units at any time of the year
If you just want to test the waters and see what studying at Deakin is at your own pace, online. Start Anytime allows you to fast-track a unit
all about before enrolling in a full master’s course, consider studying and complete it in as little as four weeks or take your time and complete
a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or even a single unit (or it over a year. Visit deakin.edu.au/business/study-opportunities/
two). Visit deakin.edu.au/life-at-deakin/why-study-at-deakin/ start-anytime to find out which units are available.
flexible-study-options.

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Study online
Achieve your goals on your schedule with Your online learning portal
Deakin’s Cloud Campus DeakinSync is your personalised online learning portal. Use it to manage
Join our 15,000-strong community of Cloud Campus students to pursue all your course materials and stay up-to-date with important information.
your passion on your terms. Study online anywhere, anytime and create You can also access other online learning tools and resources, as well
a learning experience that suits your lifestyle and advances your career. as connect with your peers and academic staff.
It’s not only Cloud Campus students who use DeakinSync. All Deakin
How it works
students and staff connect and collaborate through this platform. So you’ll
Studying online at Deakin’s Cloud Campus puts you firmly in the driver’s
always have access to the Deakin community, no matter where you are in
seat. When and where you study is up to you, so you can develop a
the world.
study routine that works with you, not against you.
When you’re on DeakinSync you can:
Whether you’re a busy professional or want more time to spend with
your family, our intuitive online learning portal will help you make the • participate in classes, tutorials, seminars and live chats
very most of your study time. • use the synced calendar to see when you have seminars, meetings and
assessments due, all at a glance
• manage your enrolment and fees
• access your student email, current units, reading lists and study guides
• get IT support and exam tips
• access all sorts of study and support resources.
Unit sites are the centre of your learning experience at Deakin. In most
unit sites you will find:
• a welcome video, news announcements from your lecturer, and staff
contact details
• a discussion forum
• a place to submit your assignments and check your grades
• online activities that you may need to complete, e.g. quiz
• accessible content via desktop, tablet or mobile.

We provide practical support Full access to Deakin services

There’s an abundance of support services and resources available to all Cloud Campus students are entitled to the same benefits and services
Deakin students and the Cloud Campus is no different. When you study as on-campus students, such as libraries, job-search and personal
online, you are fully supported – however, whenever and wherever you support, with the ultimate flexibility to study whenever and wherever
need it. Here are some examples of support services you can utilise: you are. You can even sit your exams at locations across Australia
and internationally.
‘Studying via both cloud and campus • tailored orientation
• student success coaches
mode allowed me to balance study • Peer Assisted Study Sessions (PASS)
and work with the responsibilities of • study mentors
• time management support, e.g. study planner
raising a young family.’ We provide ongoing support to ensure your personal and
professional development throughout your studies.
Butrus Ajak
Master of Health Promotion and
Master of Public Health graduate

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All the support you need ‘Throughout history, making
innovative materials has changed
the way that we live. Deakin provides

while you study a great platform for industry

partners to get on board and work
closely with the researchers and try
to answer some of these questions
and challenges that industry
What study support do you offer to What other support services are there?
postgraduate students? From study support and career planning, to counselling and childcare – we and research in carbon fibre and
We provide support to you at all stages of your postgraduate course, aim to ensure your success no matter your situation. Visit deakin.edu.au/ composites are facing currently.’
whether you need tips on staying motivated or sessions to improve your life-at-deakin/support-services to find out how we can support you on
academic writing. Every aspect of your study is supported by online your journey.
resources, student mentors and, of course, our staff. You’ll have access Dr Minoo Naebe
to a huge number of in-depth guides that will help you develop study Can I access technology support? Senior research fellow
and life skills, including: We’ve got lots of easy to use programs and tips to get you connected and Institute for Frontier Materials
• note-taking skills working in the cloud in no time. Visit deakin.edu.au/students/home/
• academic referencing cloud-students/study-support. You might also want to take advantage
• preparing for exams of our free online tools to brush up on software application skills, get to
• giving an oral presentation know new programs and re-familiarise yourself with some old ones you
• tips for group work might not have used in a while. Visit deakin.edu.au/students/studying/
• the difference between reports and essays study-support/academic-skills/digital-study-tools.
• how to think critically and ask critical questions.
Visit deakin.edu.au/life-at-deakin/why-study-at-deakin/study-support.

Flexible study options to suit you

How many hours is a full-time study load per week? I travel with my job – how can I keep up-to-date
On average, students are advised to complete about 10 hours of study with lectures?
per week, for each unit. Most campus-based units require three contact We give you the flexibility to study what, when and how you want, so you
hours each week, plus up to seven hours of independent study time can fit your studies into your busy life. You can supplement your campus
each week. However, contact hours for a coursework degree can vary study, study entirely online at our Cloud Campus, or take a combination
depending on the type of course and your mode of study. of campus and online subjects if it fits better with your timetable.
Find out more at deakin.edu.au/life-at-deakin/why-study-at-deakin/
Can I change my study load? flexible-study-options.
Yes, we’re known for our flexible study options. Life can change pretty fast.
What suits you in March might not work so well in August. Many courses Where are exams held?
give you the option to switch between campus and Cloud Campus units Students enrolled in a campus-based unit are required to sit the exam
of study (and back again) as your circumstances change. Likewise, you at the campus of unit enrolment. However, those studying online
can switch between full-time and part-time study if you need to, provided can choose from an extensive list of venues throughout Australia
your course is available in both study modes. and even internationally. Visit deakin.edu.au/students/studying/
assessment-and-results/cloud-campus-unit-exams for more information.

I’m interested in studying online, can I still use the

campus facilities?
Yes, studying at the Cloud Campus doesn’t mean you’re confined to
the cloud. You can jump offline anytime and head to your closest Deakin
campus to meet with your teachers or other students, visit the library
or simply make the most of our fast, free Wi-Fi.

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Applying to Deakin

Costs
How do I apply for a coursework degree? Do you provide credit for past experience?
We provide step-by-step guidance online to make applying to Deakin You can reduce your overall study time and tuition cost by getting
easy. And, with three study periods a year, the next intake is never your work and previous study experience recognised as Credit for Prior
far away. If you need some advice on preparing your documents or Learning (CPL). CPL, also known as advanced standing or credit transfer,
writing a compelling personal statement, visit deakin.edu.au/courses/ includes formal learning (accredited qualifications) and non-formal and
how-to-apply/preparing-your-application. informal learning (non-accredited learning or work experience).
To help you get started here is a list of the types of documents you may To receive credit towards a component of your course, you should be
need to provide to help progress your application to Deakin: able to demonstrate that you have achieved learning outcomes equivalent What is the postgraduate course fee?
• award certificates to the learning outcomes of that component. Learning outcomes may
Tuition fees are based on the course you enrol in. You can find
• academic transcripts include skills or knowledge, or the application of skills or knowledge.
course, unit and fee information using the course search tool at
• formal identity papers (e.g. your passport or driver licence)
Qualifications completed within the last 10 years will be considered and, deakin.edu.au/courses/find-a-course/postgraduate.
• resume outlining relevant work experience
for older qualifications, only submit an application if you can demonstrate
• personal statement outlining why you wish to undertake the course. There are two types of fees: Fee-Paying Place and Commonwealth
your continual involvement in the subject area. We’ll consider all
Once you have gathered everything that you need, you can submit your Supported Place (CSP). Fee-Paying Places are places that aren’t
university, TAFE and private tertiary education provider qualifications
application through Deakin’s online applicant portal at deakin.edu.au/apply. subsidised by the government, so you pay the full cost of the course.
from Australia and around the world for CPL. We also consider any other
Follow the prompts to make the process easy. Visit deakin.edu.au/ As a domestic fee-paying student you may be eligible to defer payment
previous study, work experience and relevant life experience. Find out
how-to-apply for full details on how to apply to Deakin. of your fees through the Australian taxation system’s FEE-HELP loan
more at deakin.edu.au/courses/credit-for-prior-learning.
scheme. Your employer may also consider assisting with the cost of
How do I apply for a research degree? study if the course is related to your current position.
Key dates
Use Deakin’s online higher degree by research application form to apply Visit deakin.edu.au/courses/key-dates and browse all start and finish CSP is a higher education place available to domestic students,
for a research degree at deakin.edu.au/research/become-a-research- for which the university receives some government funding.
dates for Deakin’s main study periods. You’ll also find dates relating
student/how-to-apply-research-degrees. You’ll need to attach proof of Students enrolled in these courses are only required to contribute
to applications and prospective student events, plus a list of all public
citizenship, academic transcripts, a research proposal, referee reports and to part of the cost of the course. Visit deakin.edu.au/courses/fees
holidays and study breaks.
other certified documents. for the most up-to-date information.

Can I delay paying fees?

While most postgraduate coursework degrees are full fee-paying,
that doesn’t mean you have to pay it all upfront. If you studied
your undergraduate degree as a domestic student, you probably
already know about HECS. Did you know there’s a HECS equivalent
for postgraduate study? FEE-HELP works on the same premise as
HECS – the Federal Government covers your tuition fees as a loan and
you pay it back through tax once you reach a taxable income threshold.
Find out if you’re eligible for FEE-HELP at studyassist.gov.au/
help-loans-and-csps/fee-help.
Share your costs with your employer
How do I calculate my fee repayments? If you’re already working in the field, approach your employer with a
‘I chose to do my postgraduate More than three in four postgraduate students use Australia’s proposal for postgraduate study as professional development. It’s not
degree at Deakin because of the FEE-HELP loan system to earn interest-free degrees with no upfront uncommon for postgraduate students to have a cost-sharing arrangement
tuition fees. Check out Deakin’s handy FEE-HELP repayment calculator with their employer. Upskilling is a benefit to the workplace, so it’s
fantastic facilities, international to work out how much of your salary will be deducted before tax from worth asking.
study opportunities and high each pay cycle, and how long it will take to repay your FEE-HELP loan.
Visit deakin.edu.au/fee-help-repayment-calculator. Alumni bursary
level of student satisfaction.’ We reward Deakin Alumni, their spouses and immediate family by offering
Where can I find further information on fees? a postgraduate bursary, which means you or your family are eligible to
Emily Dooley Visit deakin.edu.au/courses/fees for the most up-to-date information receive a 15% reduction per unit on enrolment fees on any postgraduate
Graduate Certificate of Marketing or call us on 1800 693 888. award course at Deakin. Visit deakin.edu.au/courses/scholarships/
find-a-scholarship/postgraduate-bursary for more information.
Are there any possible tax benefits?
When you enrol in a postgraduate course you may be entitled to an Are there any postgraduate scholarships?
income tax deduction for your course fees and study-related expenses, Deakin offers a range of scholarships to help you complete your study,
such as your computer, books, stationery etc., or some of your travel reach your full potential and achieve your career goals. Our scholarships
expenses between home or work and university. The ATO can offer encompass state, national and international sponsored programs for
advice on claiming study expenses, but broadly, if your intended course domestic and international students, and are available across all areas of
is upskilling and directly relates to your work, you might qualify. study. Visit deakin.edu.au/courses/scholarships to find out if you might
be eligible for some financial support.

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