Bachelor of Digital Business

Digital technologies are revolutionising the business world. To stay ahead, organisations are seeking the expertise of innovative thinkers who view business from a distinctly digital perspective.

To keep up with the pace of change with digital technologies influencing business, , organisations of all shapes and sizes are calling on the expertise of bright minds who consider business through a distinctly digital lens. The Bachelor of Digital Business is aimed at equipping students with the in-depth understanding to apply this perspective.

Students will gain practical, real-world experience with industry partners as they work through industry-specific datasets, software, workshops, live projects and more. Students will learn to assess how to apply emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence in ways that positively impact both business and society, while developing prized knowledge and skills in cybersecurity and big data.

Find out more about this course at Bachelor of Digital Business.

Fine Arts and Music Degrees in 2026

Year 12 students applying for the following Fine Arts or Music courses at the University of Melbourne for 2026 should note that, besides the VCE prerequisites of Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL, these courses have extra-requirements for eligibility to be selected.

Recorded auditions or folios will need to be uploaded via the Supplementary Application form by Monday 29 September 2025, and students are encouraged to browse UniMelb Auditions and Interviews for more details about these extra requirements, and the interviews or call-backs for short-listed applicants.

COURSE	ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Fine Arts (Acting)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload a Recorded Audition via the Supplementary application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend a call-back audition on campus or online.
Fine Arts (Animation)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and submit the Creative Task via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online interview.
Fine Arts (Dance)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload a Recorded Audition via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend a call-back audition at Southbank/online.
Fine Arts (Film & Television)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Apply and complete the Supplementary Form and submit a Portfolio via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online interview.
Fine Arts (Music Theatre)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Apply and complete the Supplementary Form and upload a Video-Recorded Audition via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online call-back audition.
Fine Arts (Production)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Apply and complete the Supplementary Form and complete a Selection Project via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online interview.
Fine Arts (Screenwriting)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Apply and complete the Supplementary Form and complete a Creative Task via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Shortlisted applicants to attend an online interview.
Fine Arts (Theatre)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload a Recorded Audition via the Supplementary Application by 2 October. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a call-back audition online/on-campus.
Fine Arts (Visual Art)	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload a Folio of work via the Supplementary Application by 29 September. Applicants will attend an on-campus or online interview.
Music	Apply to VTAC by the 29 September. Complete the Supplementary Application and upload the following requirements via the Supplementary Application, depending on the music stream. Short-listed applicants will be notified: - Performance: attend a face-to-face audition OR submit a Video-Recorded Audition by 29 September. Composition: submit a Folio Audition by 29 September. - Interactive Composition: submit a Folio Audition, a Set Creative Task, and Performance Audition by 29 September. Jazz & Improvisation: submit a Video-Recorded Audition by 29 September. - Music Studies: submit the Supplementary form with either Video-Recorded Audition OR an indication to attend a face-to-face audition by 29 September. - Musicology & Ethnomusicology: face-to-face audition OR submit a Video-Recorded Audition by 29 September. - Music Studies, Musicology & Ethnomusicology: apply for Performance unless transferring with at least 100 credit points

Studying Health Sciences at Deakin

Study health sciences and help improve people's health and wellbeing. With so many careers in health sciences you'll be in demand – right now there’s huge government investment in the sector, which means there's a real opportunity to make a difference. Now is your chance to become a healthcare expert and change lives for the better.

The Health Sector is Australia’s fastest growing sector, and the Bachelor of Health Sciences at Deakin prepares students for a career in -

disability services
health education
international aid
sport marketing
nutrition

The Bachelor of Health Sciences offers students over 12 specialised majors, and students may opt to specialise in two. On completion, students may choose to go on to further postgraduate study in a number of fields, including -

Master of Public Health

Master of Health Management

Master of Health Promotion

Master of Health Economics

Master of Human Nutrition

Learn more by browsing Health Sciences at Deakin.

The Future of Cyber Security

Cybercrime is an increasing problem in our digitally connected world. The rapid growth of cybercrime has created unparalleled opportunities for those with cyber security expertise, with jobs in the Database & Systems Administrators & ICT Security sector predicted to increase by 38.9% by November 2026 according to Australian Government data.

Job roles in this specialised field of IT include - information security officer, security administrator, cyber security consultant, cyber security analyst, penetration tester and many others.

Many industries are realising the importance of cyber security, and a degree in cyber security can lead to employment in diverse areas across private and government sectors. Deakin’s courses are industry-specific, so students graduate with up-to-date knowledge of the issues important to the industry – like implementing security technologies to protect against hackers or developing IT security solutions. Students can undertake an internship and complete industry cyber security certifications as part of their course. This means they can stand out to future employers and be ready to take advantage of the significant increase in jobs in the field.

Find out more about Cyber Security at Deakin at Bachelor of Cyber Security.

Study Abroad Program

You can study almost anywhere in the world with Deakin Abroad, and the length of your overseas study experience is up to you. Go for as little as a few weeks, or up to a full year – the options are endless. Students planning their tertiary study are encouraged to consider the possibility of participating in some form of overseas study during their time at university.

Students have a wide range of options at Deakin including –

Students can browse the above links as well as Study Abroad Program at Deakin to learn more.

Important Dates

VTAC Applications