Swinburne University of Technology has been educating students for almost 100 years. In fact, if you join us in 2008 you can take part in our centenary celebrations!

We are a career-oriented institution, where you can gain real-world experience through practical courses. Swinburne has grown into a multi-discipline, multi-campus institution, with six campuses in Melbourne, Australia and one in Sarawak, Malaysia. The total student population of 22,600 includes 5,500 international students from around the world.

Swinburne’s strengths are built around a solid technology base and influential links with industry, plus ground-breaking specialist research centres. We have a flexible and forward-thinking understanding of government, education and business priorities, and are responsive to the changing needs of industry.

A Truly International University

Swinburne is the only university in Australia invited to become a member of the European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU). The ECIU aims to foster student and staff mobility and share innovative programs to give students a competitive edge in today’s global employment market.

In 2006, the Northeastern Study Centre was set up at Swinburne’s Hawthorn campus, under a landmark agreement between Swinburne and NortheasternUniversity (Boston, USA) to offer combined courses.

Rankings

The Good Universities Guide 2007 has awarded Swinburne five-star ratings for:

• Teaching Quality
• Generic Skills
• Overall Satisfaction
• Graduate Rating of the Overall Education Experience

As the only university in Melbourne to receive five-star ratings for Teaching Quality and the Overall Education Experience, Swinburne continues to advance its position as a high-ranking Australian university, dedicated to providing quality education.

In 2005 Swinburne was ranked No. 4 in Australia for Learning and Teaching Quality – (No. 2 in Melbourne), by the Department of Education, Science and Training.

Study Programs

Because we offer courses in both the higher education and vocational sectors, we provide distinct advantages for our international students. Qualifications ranging from Certificates, Bachelor and Master degrees, to PhDs and Professional Doctorates allow students to choose pathways to suit their individual interests and career aspirations. Areas of study include:

• Arts, Psychology and Social Sciences
• Business, Entrepreneurship and Management
• Design and Creative Industries
• Engineering
• Health and Community Services
• Hospitality and Tourism
• Information Technology and Computing
• Multimedia
• Science, Technology and the Environment
• English Language, Foundation and Degree Transfer Programs

Melbourne

Melbourne is recognised as one of the world’s most liveable cities. Home to 3.7 million people, it is considered Australia’s cultural, culinary and sporting capital. A mild climate, affordable living costs, an extensive public transport network and an abundance of parkland and public space combine to provide a great way of life.

Campus Locations

Swinburne University of Technology’s Hawthorn and Prahran campuses are located in two prestigious inner-city suburbs, around seven kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD. Both offer a shopping district next to the campuses with shops, supermarkets and an array of multicultural cuisine. A large network of public transport covers these campuses, offering a range of train, tram and bus services.

The Lilydale campus offers a beautiful natural setting and is located at the tip of the beautiful YarraValley, Melbourne’s premier wine-making region. Croydon and Wantirna are located in Melbourne’s outer Eastern suburbs and provide a more unique experience for international students who wish to experience a smaller, cohesive campus. These campuses are located within Melbourne’s train and bus network.

Student Support & Facilities

Swinburne students have access to excellent facilities include wireless technology, well-equipped laboratories, extensive libraries, health centres, comfortable student accommodation, cafés, sporting facilities and a range of special interest clubs. All campuses have easy access to transport, shops and entertainment venues.

Accommodation

At Swinburne, we offer various accommodation options such as on-campus apartments, homestay and private rental. On-campus accommodation options include the brand new UniLodge @ Swinburne Place apartments at the Hawthorn campus, The Residential College (Hawthorn) and the luxurious LilydaleStudentVillage looking over the beautiful Lillydale lake. Prahran students can live at the Hawthorn campus and commute by train (30 minutes).

Activities

There is so much more to studying in Australia than just being in the classroom, which is why Swinburne International organises affordable daytrips and activities for our international students. Trips to popular tourist destinations are run most weekends during the teaching period. In 2006 students visited some of the world’s best surf spots along the Great Ocean Road, the home of the famous Penguin Parade at PhillipIsland, as well as tours to the Australian outback and even a tour around the famous MCG (Melbourne Cricket Ground).