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About Deakin University

Deakin University is one of the Australia's most progressive and visionary universities. With more than 70,000 students studying on its various campuses, in the workplace or at home, Deakin offers English language, undergraduate, postgraduate and professional training as well as exciting industry-based programs.

Deakin University was established in 1974. It was named after Alfred Deakin, a leader in the Federation movement in Australia. Deakin became Attorney General in Australia's first parliament and served three terms as Prime Minister between 1903 and 1910.

Deakin is recognized for its excellence in teaching and learning, and is ranked in the top band of Australian Universities by the Australian Government's Committee for Quality Assurance in Higher Education.

Scholastic excellence, top quality research, industry partnerships and tailored courses are among the factors that attract students from all parts of the world to Deakin University.

In addition, Deakin University seeks to offer its students more than a quality Australian degree. The university seeks to offer an educational and personal experience, which will be among the most significant experiences in a student's life.

University of the Year

 Deakin University is Australia's first university to be named University of the Year for a second time. It is a testimony of Deakin University's status as a first-class leader in education.

Deakin is very proud to be named Australian University of the Year - for the second time. Deakin was first named University of the Year by the Good Universities Guide in 1995 for its 'use of technology in teaching and learning', and in the same year the Federal Government's Quality Assurance Committee for Teaching and Learning ranked Deakin in the top tier of Australian universities.

In 1999/2000 Deakin has been named joint winner of the University of the Year award for 'outstanding partnerships and training'. It is the first time in the history of the award that a university has won the title twice. The awards reflect the academic skills, corporate expertise and commitment to innovative education that exist at Deakin and its role as the largest provider of professional education in Australia.

Main Campuses

Deakin University is a large and diverse institution with six campuses - Melbourne (formerly Burwood), Rusden and Toorak in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, two campuses in Geelong and one in Warrnambool in regional Victoria. Each campus has a distinctive character and a strong presence in its local community. There is a personal and friendly study environment at each campus that enables close contact with academic staff and between fellow students.

  • Melbourne

    This campus offers courses in commerce, law, nursing, teacher education, disability studies, park management and sports science. A campus redevelopment program currently underway has seen a new complex of modern education buildings, refurbishment of older buildings and the creation of a large landscaped central courtyard.

  • Rusden

    This campus offers courses in computing, environmental management, conservation ecology, biological science, media and performing arts.

  • Toorak

    It houses Deakin International, Stonington Theatre, and the new Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology which provides courses in the areas of business and computing to international students.

  • Geelong

    At this campus, undergraduate degrees are available in arts, commerce, education, journalism, engineering, law, police studies, science, computer science and social work.

  • Geelong Waterfront

    It is Deakin's newest campus located on the foreshore of Corio Bay, in the central business district of Geelong. Originally built in 1893, the buildings have been extensively renovated to create a modern and impressive sixth campus. The School of Architecture and Building, and School of Nursing are located at this campus.
  • Warrnambool

    This campus has strengths in marine and freshwater science, fisheries management and aquaculture, visual arts, communication studies (including eco-communication), business, commerce and nursing.

Faculties of Study

There are five faculties of study available at Deakin University, which offer courses both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. A few of them are as under:

  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Business & Law
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Science & Technology
  • Faculty of Health & Behavioral Sciences

There are numerous courses available under each faculty of study. Students get a wide range of courses to choose from. All the faculties have their own scholarships and awards for the students. Moreover, the university offers flexible learning options, excellent student support, high academic standards and international recognition, which makes it the most sought after universities in Australia. There are pathways to the university, which are available at the TAFE colleges like Kangan Batman Institute of TAFE and Melbourne Institute of Business & Technology.

About the Institute
Kangan Batman Institute of TAFE is located in Melbourne, the capital city of the State of Victoria. It offers high quality Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma courses to international students. The Institute offers degree transfer programs in conjunction with Deakin University.

Throughout industry and amongst peers, Kangan Batman TAFE has gained a reputation for quality delivery of courses. The Institute is known as a centre of excellence in vocational education and training.

The association between the Deakin University and Kangan Batman Institute of TAFE ensures that students study in an environment which promotes the highest possible standards and which prepares students for the transition to undergraduate study.

Kangan Batman Institute of TAFE enables students who do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry into a chosen university course, to gain an alternative pathway to university with advanced standing status. The duration of these courses varies from 8 months to 16 months.

Kangan Batman Institute of TAFE is home to the Aerospace Industry Training Centre (AITC) and the Automotive Centre of Excellence (ACE).

Campuses

 Kangan Batman Institute of TAFE has five campuses that host more than 24,000 students from all around the globe. These campuses are located at:

  • Richmond

    It is located 3 Km from the CBD and houses automotive and recreation programs. On this campus, numerous automotive workshops are located for students to gain practical experience.

  • Moreland

    It is located approximately 8 Km from the CBD and well serviced by public transport. Nursing and some community development programs are conducted at this campus.

  • Broadmeadows

    It is the main campus of the Institute, located approximately 20 Km from the CBD. A wide range of courses are offered at this campus including Business, e-Commerce, Information Technology, Fashion Design, Electronics and Tourism. It is also the location of purpose built training centres for aerospace engineering, Polymer Engineering and Hospitality.

  • Essendon

    This campus is located approximately 10 Km from the CBD. It offers Public Relations and Advertising courses.

  • Coburg

    This campus is located approximately 12 Km from the CBD. It offers a wide range of Automotive courses. Facilities include purpose built training workshops.

The advantages of studying at the Kangan Batman Institute of TAFE are:

  • Combined English and Academic Program
  • Additional study support
  • Guaranteed entry to second year of Bachelors degree at the Deakin University
  • Recognized by almost all other Australian Universities

 


MIBT is located at Deakin University's Toorak Campus in Melbourne. MIBT is a modern and dynamic educational institution providing high quality programs in an environment that encourages students to achieve excellence in their studies. The Deakin University is represented on the Academic Advisory Committee of MIBT and fully endorses the pre-university and university levels courses at MIBT. The association between the Deakin University and MIBT ensures that students study in an environment which promotes the highest possible standards and which prepares students for the transition to undergraduate study.

MIBT enables students who do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry into a chosen level of study, to gain an alternative pathway to university with advanced standing status. MIBT provides courses in the areas of Commerce, Computing and Mass Communication. The duration of these courses varies from 8 months to 12 months


The advantages of studying at MIBT are:

  • Fast track option
  • Small group teaching and individual attention
  • Combined English and Academic Program
  • Additional study support
  • Study at Toorak campus of the Deakin University
  • Guaranteed entry to second year of Bachelors degree at the Deakin University
  • Advanced standing at other Australian Universities
  • Diploma courses equivalent to first year Bachelor degree.

Various courses offered are:

  • Pre University Level - Certificate IV in University Foundation Studies
  • University Level - Diploma, Mixed program (Academic and English studies).

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING INSTITUTE

The ITTI is a young, vibrant and growing institute, which is responsive to the needs of its students. Its courses and teaching methods are open to change, which is very important in this technological society, as the Information Technology arena is developing and shaping the global community. ITTI incorporates the Research Centre for Advanced Information Technology to ensure that courses remain on the cutting edge of technology. ITTI is by far the best IT institute in Australia. ITTI prepares the students for their future working life and ensures that their study experience is both challenging and rewarding.

ITTI is one of Australia's leading providers of high quality education in the IT field, which provides an opportunity for students who are keen to enter the IT industry. ITTI is a growing institute with friendly staff and students, ITTI is proud of its reputation for placing graduates to work in the IT industry, contributing to the future of technology.

At ITTI there are a wide variety of Corporate Training Packages available. ITTI can tailor courses to suit specific needs of clients.

ITTI is approved by the Vocational Education and Training Accreditation Board as an official provider of IT courses, and has developed long-term corporate relationships with IT companies.

Various courses offered at ITTI are:

  • Certificate III & Certificate IV in Information Technology
  • Diploma & Advanced Diploma in Information Technology
  • Diploma of Multimedia
  • Bachelor of Computing (Computer Science/Software Development/Multimedia Integration/Information Systems)

Advantages of studying at ITTI:

ITTI gives the students a distinct advantage to the students over others. The courses offered by ITTI are well recognized by all the universities in Australia. The Bachelor of Computing can be completed in 16 months only, instead of the usual 3-4 years required for a Bachelors degree. The highly qualified and experienced lecturers guide the students through the Bachelor degree program classes are conducted in ITTI's modern facilities. The class sizes are small and there are three intakes per year, which makes learning more flexible.

For further information about the courses, fee, duration and entry requirements, please email us at theteam@triomind.com or REGISTER WITH US.