- Population: 35,406, 16% overseas
- Education providers: Deakin University
- Distance from Melbourne: 256km
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[Boppy, inspiring music throughout the video]
Text on screen: Welcome to Warrnambool, visuals move to map of Victoria with Warrnambool in south west Victoria highlighted.
Visuals of the ocean with Warrnambool city in the background. Text on screen: Welcome to an incredible beach location. Visuals of the river flowing to the sea, farmlands surrounding and main street.
Text on screen: Just 3 hours from Melbourne.
Text on screen: Home to world-class education institutions, logo of Deakin University.
Visuals of zig-zaging building with carpark and green lawns.
Text on screen: Easily accessible by Car, Bus and Train. Visuals of train at station.
Text on screen: Explore local history at the maritime museum.
Visuals of students walking through parklands, ocean at sunset, boat repairing.
Text on screen: An ideal place to study marine biology. Visuals of student dancing with sparklers in front of ocean and hills, kite surfer coming into land.
Text on screen: Key industry sectors: Healthcare, Social assistance, Retail trade, Education & training.
Visuals of river and waterfront, signage on campus, parklands.
Text on screen, quote from Onali, Sri Lanka, Bachelor of Nursing, Deakin University: The people are so friendly in Warrnambool. Everyone is helpful, the lecturers know your name, it is a beautiful campus and convenient to get to Geelong and Melbourne because of the train.
Visuals of Deakin Warrnambool through the trees, students sitting on balcony couches outdoors with river and trees in background. Text on screen: Warrnambool: Coastal beauty and education combined.
Visuals of waterfront. Text on screen: Ready to start your study experience in country Victoria? Find your course with the Study Melbourne Course Finder.
[Study Melbourne Victoria Australia logo]
Key institutions
In Warrnambool, you’ll find world-class educational institutions on your doorstep. Deakin University has a campus close to town and offers various courses across disciplines such as health, science, business and education.
Liveability
In Warrnambool, you can explore incredible beaches, relax at the local hot springs or get active with water sports like snorkelling, kayaking and water skiing. From June to September, don’t miss your chance to go whale watching, with pods often swimming just 100 metres offshore.
Getting to Warrnambool is easy thanks to Victoria’s excellent transport links. From Melbourne, it takes just over 3 hours to get there by car, or you can take a slightly longer trip along the scenic Great Ocean Road. Alternatively, you can get there by train or bus with V/Line. You’ll also find it easy to get around within the region, with regular bus routes running throughout the area operated by Transit South West.
Key sectors
Health care and social assistance
Warrnambool’s largest employment sector is health care and social assistance, with over 4,300 people working in the industry. The area has two hospitals – Warrnambool Base Hospital and St John of God Hospital – as well as many clinics and allied health professionals operating across the region.
Retail trade
Retail is the second-largest sector in Warrnambool, employing 13.5% of the region’s workforce. This is because the city is surrounded by many smaller regional towns, making it a thriving retail hub and home to many major department and chain stores.
Education and training
Education and training is a key sector in Warrnambool’s economy. The area is also home to many schools and an office of the Victorian Government Department of Education.
Innovations and opportunities
Study Marine Biology on the Great Ocean Road
If you want to become a marine biologist, where better to study than on the Great Ocean Road!
With Deakin University’s Bachelor of Marine Science, you’ll be able to get the best hands-on learning experience and make the most of the stunning biodiversity on your doorstep. Be prepared for an exciting career in ecology, oceanography, marine management and more.
Warrnambool Campus International Bursary
If you need any more reasons to choose this oceanside gem for your international study adventure, you might even be eligible for the Deakin University Warrnambool Campus International Bursary.
This bursary covers up to 20% of tuition fees for the entire duration of certain courses. Even better, you don’t have to do anything to apply, as your eligibility will be assessed automatically when you enrol.
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