English for Specific Purposes Stream – DUELI

About the course

Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) offers an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) stream designed to build practical academic and professional English for targeted pathways. Students can develop skills through options such as IELTS Preparation, Introductory Academic Preparation (IAP) and English for Teaching. The program is delivered in intensive 5-week blocks for international students, focusing on purposeful language development in English & Modern Languages. The programme develops education knowledge and teaching-related skills aligned with its qualification level.

Career outcome

This non-award ESP program helps international students strengthen English for specific goals such as IELTS performance, academic study readiness and professional communication (including teaching-focused language). Outcomes support progression into further study and improved workplace communication where high-level English is required. It can assist learners preparing for Deakin pathway programs and future roles requiring strong written and spoken English in education and related settings within English & Modern Languages.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)