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Experience Deakin Res

Your experience of a lifetime starts with a move into Res

It's at the heart of Deakin, where the action happens. A home where you can embrace new experiences, and have the entire Deakin experience within your reach. A home that enables an environment for you to feel happy, healthy and connected with each other.
97
%
Felt safe and comfortable in their new home.
96
%
Agreed that living on campus helped them to live independently.
94
%
Felt satisfied with the quality and range of activities.
98
%
Felt Res was welcoming to people of different backgrounds

Four reasons to make your move to Deakin Res

Deeper friendships
Deeper Friendships
On-campus students have a stronger sense of belonging and form deeper connections with other students, as a result of tailored living options, peer support, and an extended transition program. You'll make friends for life while living on campus.
Cultural / Social
Diverse Cultural and social activities
Into photography? Drama? Sports? Singing? We've got it all covered. Our Campus Life team and Residential Leaders run a variety of small and large events. During any month, you might find our residents trying out new things, learning new skills or volunteering their time in the local community.
Extensive Orientation
Extensive orientation and transition
You'll make friends for life while living on campus. Meet your new friends (and housemates) via our pre-arrival online induction and upon arrival as part of our residential orientation program.

Our Community Values: Respect

Residents and staff share the responsibility of building and maintaining a healthy and happy community, and our collective goal is to create a living environment which is guided by our RESPECT Values.

So what are you waiting for? Make your move

Get in touch

Want to find out more about accommodation at Deakin? Contact our team.

Enquire now

Explore what life is like on res

A glimpse of what to look forward to when you make the move to Res.
Resi O-Week
A glimpse of what to look forward to when you make the move to Res.
International resident Vaibhav tries out some iconic Aussie foods!
Trying Aussie foods
International resident Vaibhav tries out some iconic Aussie foods!
The 5 things Jacinda couldn't live without on Res.
What to Pack?
The 5 things Jacinda couldn't live without on Res.

The Deakin Difference: Custom-fit Care

Belong, Balance, Broaden

Deakin Res is here to ensure you are happy, healthy and connected with each other, our team and the broader community.

Your student experience

Enjoy thoughtfully curated activities designed to help you level up and thrive on – in every aspect of life.

Our Community Values

Deakin is a nurturing environment with a collaborative culture of respect that allows all students to thrive academically and grow.

Residential Leaders

Our volunteer Residential Leaders (RLs) play an incredibly important role in our communities.

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