Geelong Waurn Ponds Accommodation
Live the Geelong Lifestyle at the Waurn Ponds Campus
Unlock your Geelong lifestyle and move into more at Deakin Res. Take leisurely walks or surf before class along the scenic surf coast, expand your sense of self, cooking repertoire and list of friends who feel like home. No nasty landlords, ever.
Be a part of Victoria's happiest campus
20 mins to Geelong CBD, 20mins to the surf coast
Roll into class, the cafe, the gym and more
100+ free events (small and large) offered each trimester
Tap into customised wellbeing support
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Room to be you
Events for everyone
Enjoy outdoor cinemas, day trips, gaming nights, free food and more. With a diverse range of small and large events on offer all year round we've got you covered. The highlight in every resident's calendar? Our Residential Ball.
Immense space
Space to be you - no matter whether it's social you or studious you. Recreation rooms, pool tables, theatre rooms, table tennis, study areas, outdoor spaces and more are all yours and within arms reach.
Personalised Care
At Deakin Res, we're here to help you thrive. To do that, we offer living spaces and support tailored to you. So stay comfy, get confident and grow.
MAKE YOUR MOVE TO GEELONG WAURN PONDS
Our accommodation types suit your personality type. Choose a studio apartment if you value a quiet space to live or shared living if you like the idea of hanging out with room mates after class and on weekends.
Explore your new surroundings
When you live on-campus you gain access to spaces that only you and your fellow residents can use like a movie room. You will also have everything you need to thrive - cafes, gyms, supermarkets, outdoor spaces within reach. To help get you started here are some of our resi's favourite spots.
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