From Campus Tour to Future Home: Discover Deakin Res

Thinking about studying at Deakin in 2027? Open Day is your chance to explore campus, discover your study options and imagine what your future could look like. And if living on campus is on your radar, there’s no better time to experience everything Deakin Res has to offer. 

If you’re moving away from home for the first time or looking for a place where you can feel supported from day one, Open Day is the perfect way to see what life on campus is really like. 

See yourself living at Deakin Res 

Living at Deakin Res is about so much more than having a place to stay. It’s about joining a welcoming community, making new friends, living just moments from class and having the support you need to make the most of your university experience. From study sessions and social events to quiet spaces to unwind, life on Res is designed to help you feel at home from the very beginning. 

Step inside your future home 

One of the best ways to decide if Deakin Res is right for you is to see it for yourself. Join one of our guided accommodation tours to explore our residences, view a range of room options and discover the shared spaces you’ll use every day. 

From study spaces, cinema rooms and communal kitchens to social lounges and outdoor areas, you’ll get a feel for the lifestyle that comes with living on campus, not just the room you’ll call home. 

Meet the people who know Deakin Res best 

Open Day is also your chance to chat with the people who know Deakin Res inside and out. Our friendly staff, current residents and Residential Leaders (RLs) will be on hand throughout the day to answer your questions, share their experiences and give you a genuine insight into what life at Deakin Res is really like. 

Whether you’re curious about making friends, moving away from home or what a typical week on Res looks like, no question is too big or too small. 

Don't leave empty-handed 

Stop by our stand to chat with the team, pick up an accommodation guide and some free Deakin Res merch and learn more about what life living on campus is really like. 

As an added bonus, everyone who joins an accommodation tour can scan the QR code to go into the running to win the ultimate Res Room Setup Package! One lucky winner will receive five $200 vouchers worth $1,000 in total, to help transform their future Res room into a true home away from home. 

Trimester 1, 2027 Applications Opening Soon! 

There’s even more reason to visit if you’re hoping to live on campus. Trimester 1, 2027 accommodation applications open on Saturday, 1 August 2026, making Open Day the perfect opportunity to tour the residences, explore your options, and learn more about life at Deakin Res before submitting your application. 

Applying is quick, easy and completely free, and there’s no obligation to accept an offer if your plans change. Applying early simply gives you the best opportunity to be considered for your preferred campus and room type. 

Make the most of Open Day 

If you're visiting Deakin this August, be sure to add Deakin Res to your Open Day plans. 

Open Day dates: 

• Warrnambool | Sunday, 2 August 2026 

• Geelong Waterfront | Sunday, 16 August 2026 

• Geelong Waurn Ponds | Sunday, 16 August 2026 

• Melbourne Burwood | Sunday, 23 August 2026 

Whether you're still considering the move to Res or you're ready to submit your application, Open Day is the perfect opportunity to take the first step on your Deakin Res journey. Explore our residences, meet our community and discover why so many students choose to call Deakin Res home. We can't wait to welcome you and share everything that makes the Deakin Res community so special.