Ranking Overview

Deakin University has one of the stronger all-round ranking profiles among Victorian universities, especially when you combine overall rankings with student support and graduate outcomes.

Current Ranking Snapshot

Ranking body	Latest available position
QS World University Rankings 2026	207th in the world
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026	11th in Australia
QILT Graduate Employment	#1 Victorian university for graduate employment
QILT Student Support	#1 Victorian university for student support
QILT Course Satisfaction	#1 Victorian university for course satisfaction
QILT Facilities and Resources	#1 Victorian university for facilities and resources

Subject Ranking Highlights

Subject area	Latest available highlight
Hospitality and Tourism Management	26th in the world
Nursing	14th in the world
Psychology	Top 100 in the world
Public Health	36th in the world
Sport Science	#1 sport science school worldwide
Textile Science and Engineering	35th in the world
Law	Top 150 in the world

What The Rankings Mean

Deakin's ranking profile is especially useful for students who want a university that is more than just a brand name. The university combines global recognition with practical outcomes, and that matters when you are deciding where to spend several years of study and a substantial amount of money.

The strongest signal is employability. Deakin's public ranking page says the university is the top Victorian institution for graduate employment, and that is backed by its careers support model and work-integrated learning options.

Ranking Advice For September 2026 Applicants

Students applying for the September 2026 intake should compare Deakin using:

• The exact subject ranking for their course
• Whether the course includes a placement or internship
• The campus location that best matches their lifestyle
• Tuition cost versus expected career value
• Graduate employment support
• Student support and facilities

If a student wants a university with broad reputation and practical career value, Deakin is a strong comparator.