Stackable Short Courses

2024 Deakin University Handbook

Overview

Stackable short courses (postgraduate-aligned microcredentials) are changing the face of university study, enabling you to prioritise what you learn, when. Providing specific, industry-based skills you need right now. Receive a stand-alone digital credential, with the added benefit of credit towards your Deakin degree*^

Mix and Match

You can mix and match any of the below 0.5 credit point stackable short courses (microcredentials) to be completed with credit applied to your postgraduate degree* up to the maximum allowable amount of general unspecified elective credit. Any stacking must add up to a whole number to be used for credit.

Guided Choice

Some courses have a choice of combinations of select stackable short courses (0.5cp microcredentials) to be completed with credit applied to your postgraduate degree up to the maximum allowable amount of credit as outlined in the specific course pages within the Deakin University Handbook.

Stackable Short Courses

Online, masterclass study mode delivered in live, interactive learning environment:

Further information

For further information including terms and conditions, see the Microcredential Learner Support page.

It is always advisable to check with a Student Advisor before making a change in units to ensure you do not disrupt any specialisation or core unit requirements of your course.