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
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Felt safe and comfortable in their new home.
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Agreed that living on campus helped them to live independently.
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Felt satisfied with the quality and range of activities.
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Felt Res was welcoming to people of different backgrounds
Four reasons to make your move to Deakin Res
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.
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 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.
More time and convenience
Like to sleep in? When you live on campus getting to all of your classes will be no more than a five-minute walk! Once classes are over, you will have plenty of time to explore the local area and you'll have even better access to university services and facilities like the library and computer labs
All your living needs covered
Forget the hassle of finding housemates and setting up amenities – everything is already connected. Each precinct includes common and study rooms, laundries, a movie room, pool tables and outdoor spaces. Our preventative maintenance approach ensures your home is maintained to a comfortable standard.
No fuss payment system
When you live on campus you have a simple, no fuss payment system and no separate utility or internet bills . Everything is included. Plus, you pay a reduced rental agreement rather than the full 52 weeks if you were living off campus
24-7 customer service and security
You will always be able to gain direct access to an on-site staff member, who is available for all students living on campus. Residents have staff available to provide an immediate response in cases such as a lockout or during more serious emergencies.
Proactive wellbeing support
Student accommodation is a safe place to live and your health and wellbeing is our top priority. We’ll make sure you remain connected with your community, you’re kept informed, and that all safety, hygiene and additional cleaning measures are in place.
A welcoming community
Deakin is a nurturing environment with a collaborative culture of respect that enables you to thrive. Our residents and staff share the responsibility of building and maintaining a healthy and happy community, and all experiences are guided by our RESPECT values.
Personalised support
Feeling homesick? Or just need a helping hand? Residential Leaders, who know what it's like to live on campus, will ensure you are warmly welcomed and settled in. Staff and RL's recognise and can refer matters relating to student safety and welfare to our expert Campus Life staff.
Better academic performance
Students who live on campus can expect to achieve higher grades – residents have been proven to consistently outperform non-residents.
Student leadership opportunities
If you return to live on campus for another year, you have the chance to give back to your residential community by taking on the role of Residential Leader. Comprehensive training is provided - you'll have the opportunity to help others, make more friends and it'll look great on your CV.
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.
Explore what life is like on res
Resi O-Week
A glimpse of what to look forward to when you make the move to Res.
Trying Aussie foods
International resident Vaibhav tries out some iconic Aussie foods!
What to Pack?
The 5 things Jacinda couldn't live without on Res.
Find out more about life on campus
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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