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Belong Better at Deakin Res

Join the happiest student community in Victoria^. At Deakin Res, we’re on a mission to ensure every student who lives on-campus feels safe, supported, welcomed, and is wearing a big smile.

Access 24/7 support and care, purposefully tailored to you and your needs.

Settle in, connect, say 'yes' to more and meet your new BFF along the way.

Forget about transport woes or being late to class. Everything is within reach.

Unlock better grades. Residents consistently outperform their peers.

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Live a Full Life at Deakin Res

Nestle straight into Victoria’s happiest university*. Our helpful humans (Residential Leaders) will be on-hand to get you settled in and connected. Deakin Res offers a tight-knit, welcoming and inclusive community, with lots of opportunities to meet new people, learn new skills and immediately feel at home.

Extensive Orientation
Settle in with ease
You'll make friends for life while living on campus. Meet your new friends via our pre-arrival online induction and upon arrival as part of our residential orientation program.
personalised support
Personalised support
Feeling homesick? Or just need a helping hand? Our Residential Leaders (RL's), are students who know what it's like to live on campus, and will ensure you are warmly welcomed. Staff and RL's recognise and can refer matters relating to student safety and welfare to our expert Campus Life staff.
Cultural / Social
An event for everyone
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'll find our residents trying out new things, learning new skills or volunteering their time in the local community.

Explore life on res

Geelong Waterfront resident Tanya tells her story about living on Res whilst studying for her Bachelor of Design (Architecture).
Tanya's Story
Geelong Waterfront resident Tanya tells her story about living on Res whilst studying for her Bachelor of Design (Architecture).
From the vibrant, multicultural country of Malaysia to the picturesque Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
Voon's Story
From the vibrant, multicultural country of Malaysia to the picturesque Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus.
Hà is pursing a range of passions via Deakin's Bachelor of Arts, lives at our Melbourne Burwood Campus and is a proud member of our LGBTQI+ community.
Hà's story
Hà is pursing a range of passions via Deakin's Bachelor of Arts, lives at our Melbourne Burwood Campus and is a proud member of our LGBTQI+ community.

Deakin Res Difference: Custom-fit Care

Your student experience

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

Our Community Values

Our RESPECT community values help keep every student happy, healthy and safe.

Residential Leaders

Our volunteer Residential Leaders (Helpful Humans) help with mentoring, running events and providing support.

Award Winning

We’re also proud to highlight that our Deakin Res team has been awarded a number of international and local awards for its student experience and facilities.

Got Questions? We have the answers.

97
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Felt safe and comfortable in their new home.
92
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Say living on campus has made them more independent.
94
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Enjoy the quality and range of events.
96
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Feel res is a welcoming community

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Frequently asked questions

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What residents say

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For parents and carers

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