On 1 July 1992, Swinburne officially gained university status when we were proclaimed Swinburne University of Technology. But we’ve been providing the transformative power of education since way before that. In 1908, George and Ethel Swinburne founded us. Swinburne was built on equality, fairness and the bold vision for a better tomorrow.
At Swinburne, we offer courses that connect you with your chosen industry and flexible study options to give your career a headstart.
We have a reputation for quality education and world-class research – that’s why Swinburne attracts highly qualified academics and educational leaders. You’ll learn from academic staff who not only have industry experience but who also bring that experience to life through their teaching.
Our research creates jobs, improves lives, connects science and technology with business and the community, and elicits real change in the world. We have led advancements in solar sciences, advanced manufacturing and sustainable technologies.
At Swinburne, we’re dedicated to providing you with the strategies to manage your career success. If you’re a student or recent graduate, you can access an array of resources, such as workshops, events, job-boards and individual support, depending on your level of needs.
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
At Swinburne, you can stay in college rooms, studio apartments or shared apartments. Explore your options with our virtual tours.
We operate three campus libraries at Hawthorn, Croydon and Wantirna. Check our opening hours. Our extensive online collections are available 24 hours a day.
Student systems are the web tools you use for many of your interactions with Swinburne. From timetables, results, assignment submission portals and lecture recordings, these are the student systems you'll use most often.
Access a broad range of health and wellbeing services, including nurses, doctors, physiotherapists, psychologists, counsellors and social workers. Make an appointment at Hawthorn or via telehealth.
With an array of sports clubs, fitness facilities and assistance for elite athletes, we have various programs available to help you burn off some steam or hone your craft to reach your sporting potential. You can even represent the Swinburne Razorbacks on a national level!
Swinburne University of Technology | AACSB Accredited.
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Having studied at a few universities abroad and in Australia I can say Swinburne is by far the best in my experience so far. I have thoroughly enjoyed my studies with Swinburne. They offer an excellent online delivery of their units that is easy to follow and keep organised once you learn the platform, not all online study programs are the same - and Swinburne is...
On-campus learning was effective and my grades were going well. Online studies affected my studies and grades drastically.
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