Warrnambool Accommodation
Warrnambool Accommodation at a glance
Experience the peace and quiet of regional Victoria while living on campus at Warrnambool. Living on the banks of the pristine Hopkins River means that leisurely walks or a fish before class is the norm. Our campus is located five minutes from local surf beaches and a two-hour drive from Geelong.Get in touch
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Everything you need at your fingertips
Immerse yourself into campus life at Hopkins View Warrnambool and take advantage of our residential support services and exclusive residential programs.
Events
Utilise our nearby foreshore with Learn to Surf and Stand-Up Paddle boarding sessions.
Residential Red Carpet
Attend our annual Residential Red Carpet – this is the not-to-be missed event of the year involving members from our entire residential community
Academic Support
Routine Academic support and Workshops to prepare students for their first assignment or upcoming assessments.
You are provided with plenty of places to study, watch movies, and cook up a feast with your mates on the Waterfront rooftop or ground-floor outdoor area. Our amazing shared spaces include:
Communal Areas
A large decking area with BBQ’s, full equipped kitchen and seated dining area to meet and interact with other residents over a home-cooked meal.
Study Rooms
The perfect place for you to meet with others to study for your next assignment or exam or discuss your latest lecture.
Recreational Facilities:
Recreational common rooms with a pool table, table tennis, gaming zone, and large TVs for movie nights. You also have access to a designated library nook for those wanting some quiet time and outdoor basketball ring for active time.
Leisurely morning walks or a fish or surf before class are the norm as you will be living on the banks of the pristine Hopkins River and nearby to surf beaches, all only minutes from your classroom’s.
Location
Deakin Warrnambool is superbly located on the Great Ocean Road, 5 minutes from local surf beaches and a 2-hour drive to Geelong! Day trips to explore nearby coastal attractions, beaches and the local national parks are all only a short drive away.
Local Activities
Whale watching is at your doorstop from June to September and a visit to Cudgee Wildlife Park is a must for a unique wildlife encounter.
Transportation
The convenience of Sherwood Park train station on campus provides flexibility to travel to Melbourne or Geelong. The local bus services run ½ hourly from campus to the city centre and onsite flexicar’s are also options for students to utilize.
Warrnambool offers Hopkins View residents a tight, knit, welcoming and inclusive community. You will immediately feel at home, provided with plenty of opportunities to meet new people and form close friendships.
Local Sport
Local sporting groups provide pathways for residents to engage in local sporting clubs and competitions.
Scholarships
The scholarships that are available at the Warrnambool Campus provide residents with opportunities that are not accessible on other campuses’.
Cook-ups
Use produce from our very own veggie patch and orchard to make a shared meal with other residents.
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Explore what life is like on res
Campus facilities & Services
Parking
Parking in general permit zones at our Warrnambool Campus is free. To find car park locations, go to the campus map. Car parks are marked as 'CP'.
Food and Shopping
All our campuses have cafes, restaurants on site. Whether you're after some reading material, a new Deakin hoodie or a spot for lunch with friends, you'll find it at your local campus.
Health and Wellbeing
To support you succeed in your studies and make the most of university life. Deakin University has a range of services to help students stay healthy and safe – physically, mentally and spiritually.
Sport and Fitness
Sport has always been at the heart of Deakin, and is one of our greatest strengths. We have a variety of facilities across our campuses, including gyms, fitness classes, basketball courts and sports ovals.
