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From studying arts to working for Parliament
Evan shares his journey from studying Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts (Honours) to working for the Parliament of Victoria.
Studying a combination of Arabic, visual arts and digital media
Alex customised the Bachelor of Arts degree around diverse interests. and used the flexibility of online study and three trimesters.
Combining dance, photography and Spanish
When I began my undergraduate degree, I hadn’t taken formal dance training for several years.
Incredible range of double degrees
Moving from a regional town to the second biggest city in Victoria was a big challenge for me. I was also the first in my family to attend university.
Valuable network connections
Deakin is very well-connected to other organisations and I’ve experienced firsthand how valuable these connections are. In my second year at Deakin...
Speaking multiple languages
I really enjoy attending Deakin University. I'm studying the Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of International Studies course, with a major in Spanish,...
Research interests within Criminology field
Deakin was one of the first universities within Australia to offer a Bachelor of Criminology, highlighting the innovation and pioneering of Deakin.
Learning Arabic
From not knowing the alphabet in Arabic to learning to write at an academic level, the leap in knowledge our class has made over three years never...
Criminology work experience gives perspective and opportunities
Paul Symons found that much of his learning clicked into place when he undertook a placement at the Community Correctional Services in Bendigo....
Combine multiple interests into a degree
Deakin has exceeded my expectations as it has allowed me to combine multiple interests into a degree and try out units I wouldn’t have previously...
Incredible studying abroad opportunities
Studying abroad in Italy and then Morocco are two of the most educating and eye opening experiences I was fortunate enough to embark on and I came...
Criminology work experience opens new doors
After a lifelong plan to join the police force, undertaking a placement with Victoria Police was the obvious choice for Olga Chatzigiannis. ‘On...
A more global perspective
Teachers at Deakin are so welcoming and approachable - they have a lot of passion and are committed to helping you succeed. Deakin has a friendly...
Opportunities so I could find what I was most passionate about
I was unsure of what I would get out of my Bachelor degree when I enrolled at Deakin but I am incredibly thankful that Deakin had so many...
Deakin has prepared me to make a difference in the world
James arrived home from India after completing a 40K Globe internship. During his time abroad, he experienced firsthand how his degree can ‘make a real difference in this world.’
Deakin will make you more job-ready
For Vee Nadalin university is more than just a classroom, it is a community.
Stable foundation with Master of International and Community Development
This course brought together my passions and hopes with theory and grounded research. The support in the research units was fantastic and overall...
The opportunity to be part of an International Conference
After working in the Information Technology industry for nearly two decades, it was a ‘sea change’ decision for me to pursue a formal degree in the...