Support for students and staff within our Deakin Indian community
We write to acknowledge the tragedy in Ahmedabad and the heartbreak for families and friends of those who lost their lives.
We are committed to supporting all students and staff who may be affected, especially those at our Gift City Campus.
If you need support, we encourage you to access the services and resources available to you at Deakin.
Where to get support
GIFT City Campus
GIFT City Campus students have access to the following services:
Student Central
Student Central can give you tailored advice, referrals and support. Ask about your course requirements and other enrolment needs, including course and unit advice, full-time and part-time study options, and intermission and visa compliance advice.
Health and wellbeing support
During such a difficult time, it’s vital that you look after your physical and mental health and wellbeing.
- Emotional support via counselling – Free and confidential service is available to all Deakin GIFT City Campus students, 24/7 (seven days per week, 24 hours a day), in English and local languages, through phone, video chat, or in-person support. It also connects students with local resources to support their emotional, practical, and physical wellbeing.
- Medical services – If you need to make an appointment with a medical professional, please contact your existing health care provider or one of the local health services listed below. Some services may charge a fee, so please check before you decide on the services you access.
- Disability support – if you have a disability, health or mental health condition that affects your study or participation in university life, the Disability Resource Centre can help with information and services.
- Multifaith chaplains – For your spiritual wellbeing, we have an onsite meditation room located at GC1.213 where you can go for reflection, meditation or simply some quiet time.
- Emergency and crisis information – If you have immediate concerns for a person’s safety and/or if they have harmed themselves in any way, call emergency services immediately on 112 or 108. If you are on the GIFT City Campus, you should then also call building security services DevX on +91 91570 08407.
Academic and study support
We want to help all students achieve their study outcomes and goals. A range of help is available through our Study support resources and programs.
If you need more time to complete any assessment tasks or are worried about your upcoming end-of-unit assessments, the first step is to contact your relevant Unit Chair, who can discuss assessment extensions or special consideration options.
DUSA support
Deakin’s student union can help you in a range of ways, including through student advocacy and legal services.
Australian campuses
If you’re located in Australia, you can access the following services:
Health and wellbeing support
During such a difficult time, it’s vital that you look after your physical and mental health and wellbeing.
- Deakin Medical Centre – Accessible and confidential medical services for students, provided by qualified and experienced medical doctors and nurses. For international students, consultations are free with your Overseas Health Cover (OSHC).
- Counselling and Psychological Support – free and confidential support from qualified counsellors and social workers.
- Disability support – if you have a disability, health or mental health condition that affects your study or participation in university life, the Disability Resource Centre can help with information and services.
- Multifaith chaplains – Access a range of spiritual wellbeing services including on-campus prayer rooms and multifaith chaplains.
Student Central
Student Central can give you tailored advice, referrals and support. Ask about your course requirements and other enrolment needs, including course and unit advice, full-time and part-time study options, and intermission and visa compliance advice.
Academic and study support
We want to help all students achieve their study outcomes and goals. A range of help is available through our Study support resources and programs.
If you need more time to complete any assessment tasks or are worried about your upcoming end-of-unit assessments, the first step is to contact your relevant Unit Chair, who can discuss assessment extensions or special consideration options.
Support for international students
If you need additional help, Student Central can assess your situation and refer you to an International Student Support Officer to connect you with other key services at Deakin or in the community.
International student wellbeing
Living away from friends, family, and everything that’s familiar isn’t always easy. But it’s important that you don’t neglect your health and wellbeing. For more information about supports available visit the International student wellbeing website.
Financial support
A range of financial assistance options are available. You can also contact a Financial Assistance Officer through Student Central to discuss your circumstances.
DUSA support
Deakin’s student union can help you in a range of ways, including through student advocacy and legal services.