What makes someone leave Tassie for a uni on the mainland—and fall completely in love with campus life? In this episode, Rob chats with Tom, a final-year Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching student at Deakin, about his move to Melbourne, his surprising academic discoveries, and what makes Deakin’s Burwood campus truly special.

Tom opens up about:

• Settling into Deakin’s leafy campus (and how the vibe won him over)

• Making friends through on-campus res and mixed netball

• His unexpected passion for children’s literature—and why Deakin’s the only uni in Australia where it’s a major

• How placements and support helped him prepare for the classroom

This one’s packed with relatable advice, good humour, and real insights about what it’s like to study—and grow—at Deakin.

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