Deakin Open Day - Melbourne Burwood

Just a short tram ride away from the world’s most liveable city, Deakin Burwood is a bustling hub of activity and home to more than 23,000 students. Its ultramodern facilities include an art gallery, professional motion capture lab, dance, drama and television studios, food and nutrition labs and IT gaming facilities.

Check out our Open Day website here to plan your day:
http://bit.ly/2bWYs9I

CAMPUS TOURS Will be running every 30 mins from 9.30am from Building X, Lecture Theatre (near the Library).

What’s on:

Communication showcase – see the work of our talented journalism and public relations students
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building P, Newsroom, P3.03 and Building P, Creative Media Lab P3.04
See the work of our talented journalism and public relations students.

Creative arts tours
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building P, Foyer (level 1)
Tour Deakin’s creative and performing arts facilities, including the television studio, editing labs, dance studio, performance spaces and photography darkrooms.

Deakin Camera Obscura
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building P, Level 1 (outside)
A pre-photographic technology that led to the invention of the camera. A large dark enclosure in which images from the outside world appear before your eyes. Subject to weather conditions.

Design studio
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building P, Room P3.14, Design studio
Visit our studio to see student work and chat to current students. Talks also conducted in this space at 10:30am and 14:30pm.

Drama installation
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building P, Room P1.19
Explore the work of our talented drama students to gain an insight of drama at Deakin.

Education and teaching – postgraduate study options
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building E, level 2
Already a teacher, education professional, graduate of a non-teaching-related award or just interested in postgraduate study options in teaching? Come and chat to us.

Film and television studio
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building P, Room P1.21, Film and Television studio
Join in crewing the TV studio or be part of the live audience. Activities run all day with special guest appearances and surprises.

Graduate Employment Hub – meet students, graduates, staff and employers
*ALL DAY EVENT
Graduate Employment Hub, opposite building P
Come along to the Graduate Employment Hub to meet our graduates, current students, staff and employers. Enjoy a coffee while chatting about the Deakin learning experience and career opportunities and learn about the graduate employment services available to Deakin students.

Institute for Frontier Materials
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building HJ
Researchers at IFM’s Burwood laboratory aim to develop new energy technologies through the creation of new electroactive materials.

Law
9:00AM → 9:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Learn more about Deakin Law School’s recognised Law degree: one of the few law degrees in Australia with innovative practising law clinics.

Maggot art
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building M, Room M3.109, Physiology laboratory
See creative paintings by maggots! Learn how maggots are being used to research the relationship between blowflies, maggots and bacteria, while watching them produce cool artwork.

Nursing and midwifery clinical simulation centre
*ALL DAY EVENT
Open for viewing
Building W, Level 2
Visit our clinical simulation centre and discover how you can move into a fulfilling career in nursing and/or midwifery.

Retail management
*ALL DAY EVENT
Runs on the hour
Building HE, Room HE1.014
An exciting and dynamic new area of study in our management degree. Learn about brand management, merchandising, supply chain management, services marketing and more, while you gain knowledge of contemporary practices of retail management in close collaboration with industry.

Science display
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building M, Room M3.109, Physiology laboratory
Come and see an interactive display highlighting the life science disciplines offered at Deakin.

Student exhibition
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building B, Room B1.70, Phoenix Gallery
Enjoy displays of student work from visual communication design, visual arts, photography, animation and more in our impressive gallery space.

Visual arts gallery
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building HD, Room HD2.006, Richard Searby Room, Visual arts studio
Visit Deakin’s new visual arts studio to see the amazing work of our visual arts students.

Visual arts studio
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building P, Room P2.02, Visual arts studio
Visit our visual arts studio to see the amazing work of our visual arts students.

Arts – see where it can take you
9:30AM → 10:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B3.07, Lecture Theatre 5
Arts – still exploring your options? Learn about Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts and the amazing choices on offer.

Commerce
9:30AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.207
Internationally recognised and EPAS accredited gain a foundation in commerce and professional expertise in a range of areas: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management, HRM, Financial Planning and Info Systems.

Deakin Abroad – where do you want to go?
9:30AM → 10:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HE, Room HE1.014
Study overseas and gain credit towards your degree, without extending your time at Deakin. Experience new cultures, become a global citizen and gain that competitive edge.

Exercise and sport science lab tour
*ALL DAY EVENT
Tours every half hour from 9.30 am
Building J, Level 1
Please join us for a tour of our specialist laboratories and new facilities. Lab tours may include the exercise physiology, strengthening and conditioning, biomechanics labs and the clinical exercise learning centre.

Food and nutrition sciences lab tour
*ALL DAY EVENT
Runs on the half hour
Please see the staff at the Career and Course Information Centre
Please join us for a tour of our specialist laboratories and new facilities. Lab tours may include the sensory food lab and food science lab.

Information technology
9:30AM → 10:00AM
Building X, Room X2.05, Lecture Theatre 12
Gain an insight into the growing skills shortage in the IT industry globally and learn about Deakin’s industry-oriented IT programs designed to produce graduates that are highly sought-after by employers.

Nursing and midwifery
9:30AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.77, Lecture Theatre 3
Graduate with the knowledge, communication skills, professionalism and problem-solving capabilities to work as a registered nurse and/or midwife in a diverse range of settings.

Sport Management and Sport Development
9:30AM → 10:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HC, Room HC2.005, Lecture Theatre 13
A world leader in sport courses. Deakin Sport Management provides industry specific and business training while Sport Development focuses on participation, pathways and how sport benefits community.

Your guide to study at Deakin
9:30AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HD, Rooms HD3.008 and HD3.009
Discover how Deakin will give you the best learning experience – a presentation for students and parents. Learn about your study options, how to apply through VTAC, SEAS, fees, scholarships and support services.

Backyard honey
10:00AM → 3:00PM
Building M, Room M3.109, Physiology laboratory
Come and learn about the importance of bees in the environment from our science students.

Bringing physiology to life through body paint
10:00AM → 2:00PM
Building M, Room M3.109, Physiology laboratory
Have your hands painted and learn fun facts about the human body from our science students.

Business
10:00AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
Learn about the Business degree with its a practical business focus, work-integrated learning opportunities and embedded personal leadership experiences.

Criminology
10:00AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 2
Crime, security, policing and punishment – come and learn how criminology looks at these areas and find out how you can work in criminology, policy development, intelligence, paralegal and security services.

Deakin Motion.Lab showcase
10:00AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.81, Deakin Motion.Lab
Experience our state-of-the-art motion capture facility, where live motion capture, live animation, live virtual reality and live facial capture come to life.

Exercise and sport science
10:00AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HC, Room HC2.005, Lecture Theatre 13
Employment opportunities in the sport, community health, recreation and fitness industries. Flexible course structure and professionally accredited units available at this campus.

Geography
10:00AM → 10:30AM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 1
From understanding everything from how and why volcanos are formed to the impact of overcrowding in urban areas, geographers are integral to helping find solutions to some of the biggest issues in the world. Find out more about geography at Deakin.

IT display
*ALL DAY EVENT
Robotics-IOT Lab
Visit our interactive IT display! Explore new perspectives with VR technology, meet our fun and cute humanoids and discover how IT works in everyday life.

IT professionals – architects of the digital future
10:00AM → 10:30AM
Building X, Room X2.05, Lecture Theatre 12
Are you a LEGO fan? Learn how computer science, cloud computing and artificial intelligence can equip you to design systems and build solutions for the digital age.

Law and Commerce Combined Degree
10:00AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
This session will share insight into the structure and benefits of this combined degree and qualifications in two highly sought-after careers areas with a solid understanding of the context in which the law operates in the business world.

Master of Teaching
10:00AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building E, Drama Space E2
Looking for a career change? The Master of Teaching enables graduates from various disciplines to gain teaching qualifications in one of early childhood, primary or secondary education strands, or dual qualifications in primary/early childhood or primary/secondary.

Media, communication and creative arts
10:00AM → 10:30AM
Building P, Room P1.28
This session is a must for students interested in communication and creative arts. Come along and hear about the breadth of courses on offer, with information relating to specific courses and disciplines.

Nutrition sciences
10:00AM → 10:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.02, Lecture Theatre 1
Employment opportunities as a nutritionist or food scientist in government, public health organisations and food industry. Information on how this flexible course can be a pathway to dietetics.

Psychology labs
*ALL DAY EVENT
Tours every half hour from 10.00 am
Building BC, Level 1
Please join us for a tour of our specialist psychology laboratories and learning spaces.

Telstra Trading Room
*ALL DAY EVENT
Building LB, Room LB2.301, Telstra Trading Room
Come and explore Deakin’s Telstra Trading Room, which is a high-tech, innovative teaching space that operates like an interbank FX trading floor. You will have the opportunity to see students simulating the fast-paced nature of the trading world.

Anthropology
10:30AM → 11:00AM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 1
Anthropology is the study of the lives of people in a range of cultures. Find out what you will learn and its relevance for you and your career.

Environmental management and sustainability, wildlife and conservation biology
10:30AM → 11:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Environmental management focuses on finding sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental problems. Wildlife and conservation biology offers theoretical and practical experience in wildlife ecology, landscape and vegetation management, biodiversity and conservation, animal biology and wildlife research, leading to an exciting range of careers.

Film, television and animation
10:30AM → 11:00AM
Building P, Room P1.28
Access to world-leading facilities and a rich program that will develop your knowledge and skills of film, television production and animation.

Finding accommodation
10:30AM → 11:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HD, Rooms HD3.008 and HD3.009
Find out about your accommodation options, both at Melbourne Burwood Campus and close to the campus, costs and how and when to apply. Tours of the student residences will follow.

Graduate Employment in the 21st century
10:30AM → 11:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Graduate Employment Hub, opposite building P
Join us to hear how a student just starting their degree should prepare for graduate employment and a career. This presentation is designed to help prospective students and parents navigate graduate employment in the 21st century.

Health and physical education (secondary teaching)
10:30AM → 11:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HC, Room HC2.005, Lecture Theatre 13
Become a health and physical education secondary school teacher – a career choice that promotes being physically active and healthy. Find out more on selection, course options, transition support and other career possibilities.

Health sciences
10:30AM → 11:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.77, Lecture Theatre 3
Decide your career path. Deakin’s Bachelor of Health Sciences provides you with core knowledge of health issues and industry, but you decide your specialisation.

History
*10:30AM → 11:00AM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 2
The insistence of the past in the present history at Deakin. Join this talk to explore Deakin’s stimulating and challenging history program.

Information Systems
10:30AM → 11:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
Have a passion for technology, but not necessarily for coding? Our courses will open up opportunities in business technology roles through our industry focussed courses and compulsory internships.

IT and creativity
10:30AM → 11:00AM
Building X, Room X2.05, Lecture Theatre 12
As we become increasingly reliant on mobile devices for work and play, tap into your creative side and discover opportunities in games and apps design, interactive media and the fast-growing virtual and augmented reality worlds.

Master of Applied Learning and Teaching
10:30AM → 11:00AM
Building E, Drama Space E2
Looking for a career change? Come and hear about this postgraduate initial teacher qualification and how it will equip you with the skills and experience to work in secondary schools and other youth settings, such as VCAL and TAFE.

Property and Real Estate

10:30AM → 11:00AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.207
Deakin’s Property and real estate equips students with skills and knowledge to operate in the property sector and open up career opportunities in a wide variety of property-related professions.

Law Moot Court
10:45AM → 11:45AM
Building LB, Room LB2.100
Deakin’s Bachelor of Laws focuses on practical experience. See Deakin Law School academics and students bring law to life in a mock trial.

Become an IT detective
11:00AM → 11:30AM

Building X, Room X2.05, Lecture Theatre 12
In a world with seven billion mobile devices and more personal data available than ever before it isn’t surprising that data scientists and cyber security experts are in high demand. Explore our courses in cyber security and data science that will give you the skills needed to investigate and unlock hidden insights from data and combat cyber crime.

Commerce
11:00AM → 12:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.207
Internationally recognized and EPAS accredited gain a foundation in commerce and professional expertise in a range of areas: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management, HRM, Financial Planning and Info Systems.

Digital media
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building P, Creative Media Lab P3.04
Explore new and emerging trends in digital media, social media, web design and development in a hands-on environment with Deakin’s specialist digital media course.

Early years
11:00AM → 11:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B3.05, Lecture Theatre 4
Did you know Deakin’s four-year early years education course is really a dual qualification? Find out how you can become qualified to teach in early childhood, as well as primary settings. Hear our students share their journey and work placement experiences.

Graduate Employment Panel
11:00AM → 11:45AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Graduate Employment Hub, opposite building P
Hear from graduates, current students and employers about how Deakin’s courses and graduate employment services prepare you for jobs and careers of the future; and hear from employers about career opportunities in their sector.

Medical imaging
11:00AM → 11:30AM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.20, Lecture Theatre 11
Four-year degree in medical imaging develops knowledge, skills and clinical expertise to work as a competent state-registered diagnostic radiographer. Offered at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus only.

Medicine
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Four-year graduate-entry program – work as an intern in varied hospital locations, career in medical research, academia and medical administration. Requires completion of a bachelor’s degree. Offered at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus only.

Money matters
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building HE, Room HE1.014
Everything you need to know about tuition fees, HECS-HELP, invoices and payment options. Discover if you are eligible for a scholarship or financial assistance.

Philosophy and studies of religions
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 1
Philosophy – challenge your thinking and explore the fundamental questions of human existence; Studies of Religions – inform and change how you think about religion.

Postgraduate studies – communications
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building P, Room P1.28
Expand your communication skills set by undertaking a Master of Communication degree. Perfect for those who are working in the communications industry, are looking for a career change or are considering postgraduate study.

Psychology
11:00AM → 12:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.77, Lecture Theatre 3
Psychology is the study of mental processes and human behaviour. It is relevant to many areas of human activity and complements a range of career choices. Our courses are accredited by the Australian Psychological Society.

Secondary teaching
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building I, Room I2.02, Lecture Theatre 1
Find out about the pathways to your career as a secondary teacher. Learn about selection, course information and career options.

Social work
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
Social work graduates enjoy one of the highest rates of employment. Work with individuals, families, groups, communities and organisations to enhance the wellbeing of people in their social environments.

Teaching languages/English as an additional language/Teaching English to speakers of other languages
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building E, Drama Space E2
We have several postgraduate courses designed to address the wide diversity of educational and professional backgrounds of students who are interested in teaching English as an additional language or teaching languages.

Visual arts
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building P, Room P1.03
Technical tuition is fundamental for today’s visual arts careers. Learn from guest lecturers, guest artist presentations, workshops, gallery visits and collaborative projects, with an emphasis on students contextualising their practice in historical and contemporary frameworks.

Why study architecture and construction management?
11:00AM → 11:30AM
Building B, Room B1.20, Lecture Theatre 11
Find out what’s distinctive about our courses, why staff are passionate about teaching and why you should choose to study architecture and the built environment at Deakin’s Geelong Waterfront Campus.

Construction management (honours)/Property and real estate
11:30AM → 12:00PM
Building B, Room B1.20, Lecture Theatre 11
In a course only offered in Australia by Deakin, your expertise in both construction and property will uniquely position you for employment.

Have you ever wanted to experience Wall Street?
11:30AM → 12:00PM
Building LB, Room LB2.301, Telstra Trading Room
Deakin staff will run a session on how this facility operates. You will be able to experience the fast-paced nature of the trading world and our high-tech equipment.

International studies and work-integrated learning
11:30AM → 12:30PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 2
A unique course combining study, workplace skills development, travel and real world experience. Learn about the course structure, available majors and international experience options. Hear Deakin students talk about their experiences on study exchange, internships and study tours.

Life in the cyber-physical world
11:30AM → 12:00PM
Building X, Room X2.05, Lecture Theatre 12
As our phones, cars, appliances and clothes are augmented with technology, they constantly collect data about our behaviours. Learn how our new offerings in robotics and cyber-physical systems prepare you for this exciting and inevitable future.

Optometry
11:30AM → 12:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
An accelerated program leading to registration as an optometrist – a primary health care professional finding, managing and treating eye disease and supplying corrective lenses. Offered at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus only.

Pathways to Deakin
11:30AM → 12:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HD, Rooms HD3.008 and HD3.009
Learn more about our partnerships and alternate pathways to start your dream Deakin degree and to help you get where you want to be.

Photography
11:30AM → 12:00PM
Building P, Room P1.03
Interested in a creative career? Our unique approach to the creative arts allows you to specialise in photography, with access to outstanding facilities and a team of academics with extensive industry experience.

Primary teaching
11:30AM → 12:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.02, Lecture Theatre 1
Discover the rewards of studying a primary teaching degree. Hear our friendly staff discussing selection, course information and career options.

Public relations
11:30AM → 12:00PM
Building P, Creative Media Lab P3.04
Public relations is about professional and strategic communication. An occupation with global reach and opportunities, our PR graduates enjoy exciting careers here and overseas.

Science
11:30AM → 12:00PM
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Not just about lab work, science at Deakin provides practical hands-on learning experiences, including field trips, industry learning and the establishment of valuable networks. You can elect your specialisation and choose to study science with a degree in commerce, teaching, law or arts.

Sport Management and Sport Development
11:30AM → 12:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
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Building HC, Room HC2.005, Lecture Theatre 13
A world leader in sport courses. Deakin Sport Management provides industry specific and business training while Sport Development focuses on participation, pathways and how sport benefits community.

Arts education facilities tour
12:00PM → 12:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building E, Foyer (level 1)
Tour our facilities for arts education and get a glimpse into the amazing hands-on teaching and learning experiences enjoyed by our primary and secondary teaching students.

Associate degree
12:00PM → 12:30PM
Building N, Room N3.10, Interactive Classroom
Our associate degree programs introduce you to university study and provide guaranteed entry into a range of arts and education courses, or transition into other Deakin undergraduate programs, with credit.

Australian studies
12:00PM → 12:30PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 1
What can we learn from Australia’s past and present to shape our futures? Australian studies leads to exciting careers in education, government, media, tourism and cultural institutions.

Biomedical science
12:00PM → 12:30PM
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Leads to careers in biomedical research, veterinary science, genetic counselling, patent law, genetic engineering, hospital and laboratory science, pharmaceutical/medical sales, as well as a pathway to further studies in medicine.

Engineering
12:00PM → 12:30PM
Building X, Room X2.05, Lecture Theatre 12
Explore engineering careers in computer modelling, virtual reality environments, 3D printing and world-leading rapid prototyping capabilities. Gain practical experience and the knowledge and skills employers are looking for.

Information Systems
12:00PM → 12:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.207
Have a passion for technology, but not necessarily for coding? Our courses will open up opportunities in business technology roles through our industry focussed courses and compulsory internships.

Journalism
12:00PM → 12:30PM
Building P, Newsroom P3.03
Hear how our journalism program offers students the knowledge, skills and confidence to become news professionals across traditional media platforms, including print and broadcast news, as well as in digital media.

Law
12:00PM → 12:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Learn more about Deakin Law School’s recognised Law degree: one of the few law degrees in Australia with innovative practising law clinics.

Photography studio and print lab demonstrations
12:00PM → 12:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building P, Rooms P4.15, P4.17 and P4.19
Join the photography team for a tour of our state-of-the-art digital and analogue facilities, including a demonstration of our rapid digital workflow from capture and print to installation.

Public health and health promotion
12:00PM → 12:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.77, Lecture Theatre 3
Tackle population health using your skills in program planning and evaluation, health education, media knowledge, community engagement and policy development and analysis.

Study online – same degree, different classroom
12:00PM → 12:30PM
Building HE, Room HE1.009
Deakin’s Cloud Campus is supported by outstanding online resources and digital tools – your classroom in the cloud is where you’ll take classes, submit assessments and participate in discussions. Find out more.

Teaching science
12:00PM → 2:00PM
Education Science Lab, M1.103 and M1.105
Discover why teaching science and technology in today’s classroom is an exciting and challenging activity. Do some fun science experiments, discover contemporary STEM teaching, solve problems, challenge yourself to design a new solution, ask difficult questions, all in our new Science Education Labs. Make a whirlybird, do some consumer testing, model a stick insect’s movement, program a robot, test consumer products … have fun.

Understanding VTAC’s SEAS
12:00PM → 12:30PM
Building HD, Rooms HD3.008 and HD3.009
Information about VTAC’s Special Entry and Access Scheme (SEAS), including the application process, different SEAS categories and how SEAS impacts on university selection. Ask questions of our specialists.

Writing and literature
12:00PM → 1:00PM
Building P, Room P1.28
Write on! Learn about the world of writing and literature at Deakin through a dynamic panel discussion.

Advertising
12:30PM → 1:00PM
Building P, Creative Media Lab P3.04
Learn about how Deakin is producing the next generation of big idea thinkers, through the Bachelor of Communication (Advertising). Explore the world of brand communication and understand how you can develop critical and creative skills.

Arts – see where it can take you
12:30PM → 1:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B3.07, Lecture Theatre 5
Arts – still exploring your options? Learn about Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts and the amazing choices on offer.

Biological science
12:30PM → 1:00PM
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Integrative study of genes, cells, organisms and communities. Hear about flexible units offered, diverse career options and electives such as animal and plant biology, physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology and evolutionary biology.

Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB)
12:30PM → 2:30PM
Building L, Foyer (level 1)
CCMB conducts research involving cellular and molecular biology. Tour the laboratories, talk to research students and see a demonstration using a confocal microscope, cell culture facilities and research equipment. Tours from 12:00-14:3 pm. (Tours on the half hour.)

Deakin Motion.Lab showcase
12:30PM → 1:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.81, Deakin Motion.Lab
Experience our state-of-the-art motion capture facility, where live motion capture, live animation, live virtual reality and live facial capture come to life.

Early years and primary teaching
12:30PM → 1:00PM
Building N, Room N3.10, Interactive Classroom
Listen to students share their journey and talk about their unique professional and global experiences.

Exercise and sport science
12:30PM → 1:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HC, Room HC2.005, Lecture Theatre 13
Employment opportunities in the sport, community health, recreation and fitness industries. Flexible course structure and professionally accredited units available at this campus.

Finding accommodation
12:30PM → 1:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.101
Find out about your accommodation options, both at Melbourne Burwood Campus and close to the campus, costs and how and when to apply. Tours of the student residences will follow.

Graduate Employment in the 21st century
12:30PM → 1:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Graduate Employment Hub, opposite building P
Join us to hear how a student just starting their degree should prepare for graduate employment and a career. This presentation is designed to help prospective students and parents navigate graduate employment in the 21st century.

Marine biology
12:30PM → 1:00PM
Building X, Room X2.05, Lecture Theatre 12
The renowned marine biology degree is offered at both our Geelong Waurn Ponds and Warrnambool campuses. Close to a range of aquatic environments and a diversity of marine life, students experience a classroom without walls.

Middle East studies
12:30PM → 1:00PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 1
How does Game of Thrones help us in understanding the politics of the Middle East today? And what’s the Arab-Israeli conflict all about? Find out the answers to these complex questions and learn how Middle Eastern studies can increase your job opportunities.

Nursing and midwifery
12:30PM → 1:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.77, Lecture Theatre 3
Graduate with the knowledge, communication skills, professionalism and problem-solving capabilities to work as a registered nurse and/or midwife in a diverse range of settings.

Nutrition sciences
12:30PM → 1:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.02, Lecture Theatre 1
Employment opportunities as a nutritionist or food scientist in government, public health organisations and food industry. Information on how this flexible course can be a pathway to dietetics.

Pathway to Deakin – Deakin College
12:30PM → 1:00PM
Building HD, Rooms HD3.008 and HD3.009
Diploma courses include commerce, computing, engineering, health sciences, management, media and communication and science – pathway into second year at Deakin.

Politics
12:30PM → 1:00PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 2
Study politics to make a change in the world: hear how to make sense of the world and its challenges and how to shape a better future.

Postgraduate studies – international and community development
12:30PM → 1:00PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 4
Development programs to promote justice, reduce poverty and build environments for people to lead productive, creative and fulfilling lives. If you have compassion and empathy and want to see a better world, this course is for you.

Returning to study – mature-age students and non-Year 12 students
12:30PM → 1:30PM
Building HE, Room HE1.014
Looking to return to study? This session will provide you with a guide on choosing the right course for you and how to navigate the application process. Learn how study can suit your lifestyle, with flexible delivery options to help juggle work and family commitments.

Arts education facilities tour
1:00PM → 1:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building E, Foyer (level 1)
Tour our facilities for arts education and get a glimpse into the amazing hands-on teaching and learning experiences enjoyed by our primary and secondary teaching students.

Commerce
1:00PM → 2:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.207, Lecture Theatre 14
Internationally recognised and EPAS accredited gain a foundation in commerce and professional expertise in a range of areas: Accounting, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Management, HRM, Financial Planning and Info Systems.

Environmental management and sustainability, wildlife and conservation biology
1:00PM → 1:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Environmental management focuses on finding sustainable solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental problems. Wildlife and conservation biology offers theoretical and practical experience in wildlife ecology, landscape and vegetation management, biodiversity and conservation, animal biology and wildlife research, leading to an exciting range of careers.

Graduate Employment Panel
1:00PM → 1:45PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Graduate Employment Hub, opposite building P
Hear from graduates, current students and employers about how Deakin’s courses and graduate employment services prepare you for jobs and careers of the future; and hear from employers about career opportunities in their sector.

International relations
1:00PM → 1:30PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 2
Are you interested in working for government, an NGO, or in the private sector? International relations provides an excellent foundation in international governance, security, political economy and human rights. Find out how understanding contemporary international politics can open doors to your future career.

Literary studies and children’s literature
1:00PM → 1:30PM
Building P, Room P1.03
Read, discuss and write about contemporary and classical works of literature in literary studies. Study classics and new children’s authors, especially of interest to primary and secondary education students.

Optometry
1:00PM → 1:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
An accelerated program leading to registration as an optometrist – a primary health care professional finding, managing and treating eye disease and supplying corrective lenses. Offered at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus only.

Pathways to Deakin
1:00PM → 1:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HD, Rooms HD3.008 and HD3.009
Learn more about our partnerships and alternate pathways to gain access to your dream Deakin degree and to get you to where you want to be.

Portfolio skills workshop
1:00PM → 1:30PM
Building P, Room P1.28
Looking for a career in the creative industries? This is an opportunity not to be missed. Gain handy tips and insights to enhance and develop your portfolio.

Postgraduate studies – cultural heritage and museum studies
1:00PM → 1:30PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 4
Develop the knowledge, research skills and practical experience to make a difference in the cultural heritage sector. You may want to work with collections, manage a museum or heritage site, or protect and interpret significant sites. If you’re a mid career professional or looking for a unique career change, come along to learn more.

Sport Management and Sport Development
1:00PM → 1:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HC, Room HC2.005, Lecture Theatre 13
A world leader in sport courses. Deakin Sport Management provides industry specific and business training while Sport Development focuses on participation, pathways and how sport benefits community.

Study overseas – Global Science and Technology Program
1:00PM → 1:30PM
Building B, Room B1.20, Lecture Theatre 11
The Global Science and Technology Program recognises, rewards and nurtures high-achieving students who want to continue part of their studies overseas.

Zoology and animal science
1:00PM → 1:30PM
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Study animal diversity, ecology and behaviour, comparative physiology, biochemistry, genetics, evolutionary biology and animal nutrition. Students gain hands-on experience using native Australian fauna and ecosystems.

Business
1:30PM → 2:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.100
Learn about the Business degree with its a practical business focus, work-integrated learning opportunities and embedded personal leadership experiences.

Deakin Abroad – where do you want to go?
1:30PM → 2:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Study overseas as part of your Deakin degree and discover a world full of opportunities. Experience new cultures, make friends from all over the world and gain a competitive edge while travelling the globe.

Design – learn about our innovative new design courses
1:30PM → 2:00PM
Building P, Room P3.14, Design studio
Learn about one of the most exciting and engaging areas of study and gain knowledge of visual communication design, 3D animation and digital technology design practices. Hear how design at Deakin will maximise your career options.

Drama
1:30PM → 2:00PM
Building P, Room P1.28
Hear how Deakin’s drama students are taught to become dynamic, independent and entrepreneurial, equipped to perform, create, direct, design, teach and produce.

Forensic science
1:30PM → 2:00PM
Building X, Room X2.05, Lecture Theatre 12
Formal training to examine and present scientific evidence. Professionally accredited, graduates work in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries, risk analysis, insurance investigation or as a forensic scientist.

Health and physical education (secondary teaching)
1:30PM → 2:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HC, Room HC2.005, Lecture Theatre 13
Become a health and physical education secondary school teacher – a career choice that promotes being physically active and healthy. Find out more on selection, course options, transition support and other career possibilities.

Languages – Indonesian, Arabic, Chinese and Spanish
1:30PM → 2:00PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 1
Language programs in Arabic, Chinese, Indonesian and Spanish – discover the opportunities to study overseas and immerse yourself in the language and culture you’re studying.

Master of Teaching
1:30PM → 2:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building E, Drama Space E2
Looking for a career change? The Master of Teaching enables graduates from various disciplines to gain teaching qualifications in one or two of three strands: early childhood, primary or secondary education.

Medical imaging
1:30PM → 2:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.20, Lecture Theatre 11
Four-year degree in medical imaging develops knowledge, skills and clinical expertise to work as a competent state-registered diagnostic radiographer. Offered at Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus only.

Occupational therapy
1:30PM → 2:00PM
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
Discover how you can make a real difference by helping people return to productive, healthy, happy lives, or their occupations, through a career in occupational therapy.

Psychology
1:30PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.77, Lecture Theatre 3
Psychology is the study of mental processes and human behaviour. It is relevant to many areas of human activity and complements a range of career choices. Our courses are accredited by the Australian Psychological Society.

Your guide to study at Deakin
1:30PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HD, Rooms HD3.008 and HD3.009
Discover how Deakin will give you the best learning experience – a presentation for students and parents. Learn about your study options, how to apply through VTAC, SEAS, fees, scholarships and support services.

Criminology
2:00PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 2
Crime, security, policing and punishment – come and learn how criminology looks at these areas and find out how you can work in criminology, policy development, intelligence, paralegal and security services.

Exercise and sport science
2:00PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Employment opportunities in the sport, community health, recreation and fitness industries. Flexible course structure and professionally accredited units available at this campus.

Law
2:00PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.07, Lecture Theatre 1A
Learn more about Deakin Law School’s recognised Law degree: one of the few law degrees in Australia with innovative practising law clinics.

Master of Teaching – Global Experience program
2:00PM → 2:30PM
Building E, Drama Space E2
Hear from students and learn about our Global Experience Program.

MonsoonSim
2:00PM → 3:00PM
Building LB, Room LB2.301
Experience what it is like to operate a real company with the MonsoonSim gaming platform. Teams work against the clock to manage practical business constraints and become the most successful company.

Nutrition sciences
2:00PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.02, Lecture Theatre 1
Employment opportunities as a nutritionist or food scientist in government, public health organisations and food industry. Information on how this flexible course can be a pathway to dietetics.

Photography studio and print lab demonstrations
2:00PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building P, Rooms P4.15, P4.17 and P4.19
Join the photography team for a tour of our state-of-the-art digital and analogue facilities, including a demonstration of our rapid digital workflow from capture and print to installation.

Primary teaching
2:00PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
Discover the rewards of studying a primary teaching degree. Hear our friendly staff discussing selection, course information and career options.

Property and Real Estate
2:00PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.207
Deakin’s Property and real estate equips students with skills and knowledge to operate in the property sector and open up career opportunities in a wide variety of property-related professions.

Public health and health promotion
2:00PM → 2:30PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.20, Lecture Theatre 11
Tackle population health using your skills in program planning and evaluation, health education, media knowledge, community engagement and policy development and analysis.

Sociology
2:00PM → 2:30PM
Building BC, Burwood Corporate Centre (level 2), Room North 1
Study the people around you. The rich, the poor, the strong, the weak, the powerful, the oppressed and all in between. Learn to change the way you see the world.

Commerce
2:30PM → 3:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building LB, Room LB2.207
Learn about the Business degree with its a practical business focus, work-integrated learning opportunities and embedded personal leadership experiences.

Deakin Motion.Lab showcase
2:30PM → 3:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.81, Deakin Motion.Lab
Experience our state-of-the-art motion capture facility, where live motion capture, live animation, live virtual reality and live facial capture come to life.

Early years
2:30PM → 3:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B3.05, Lecture Theatre 4
Did you know Deakin’s four-year early childhood education course is really a dual qualification? Find out how you can become qualified to teach in early childhood, as well as primary settings. Hear our students share their journey and work placement experiences.

Health sciences
2:30PM → 3:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building B, Room B1.77, Lecture Theatre 3
Decide your career path. Deakin’s Bachelor of Health Sciences provides you with core knowledge of health issues and industry, but you decide your specialisation.

Law and Commerce Combined Degree
2:30PM → 3:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
This session will share insight into the structure and benefits of this combined degree and qualifications in two highly sought-after careers areas with a solid understanding of the context in which the law operates in the business world.

Property and real estate

2:30PM → 3:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
Property and real estate is practical, profitable and in-demand. Deakin delivers Victoria’s only three-year property course with Certified Practising Valuer (CPV) accreditation.

Sport Management and Sport Development
2:30PM → 3:00PM
*MULTIPLE SESSIONS A DAY
Building HC, Room HC2.005, Lecture Theatre 13
A world leader in sport courses. Deakin Sport Management provides industry specific and business training while Sport Development focuses on participation, pathways and how sport benefits community.