The addition of offices in Sydney and Canberra makes Deakin University an interstate university. Deakin's flexible learning systems allow students access to education after work hours and on-line. The University's aim is to let people learn where they live. The Faculty of Science and Technology offers a range of learning experiences for science and technology students. The Faculty's approach is to combine theoretical learning with practical experiences either in laboratory or through work in the field, and learning is often complemented by a range of world wide web-based activities.
Students have ready access to academic staff.
The Faculty offers programs on five of Deakin's campuses - Burwood, Geelong, Geelong Waterfront campus, Rusden and Warrnambool. Some courses like engineering and computing are also available through distance education. Courses are specialised and a number are structured to allow students to apply for registration with professional bodies. Courses are designed to meet the needs of particular professions and to maximise graduate employment opportunities. The Faculty has processes for including student feedback in its delivery of units and has developed a number of industry collaborations designed to assist the Faculty in ensuring that courses remain in tune with current and future industry needs.