• Getting started at Swinburne

    Are you a new student to Swinburne? Welcome! All the vital information you need to help you get started at Swinburne and settle into university life is on this page.

  • Orientation

    Orientation helps you get started at Swinburne and settle into university life. During Orientation we will provide you with handy tips and resources to help you prepare for study.

  • Life at Swinburne

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    At Swinburne, we know that your studies are important, but there is more to university than classes and lectures. Find out more about the opportunities we offer to make your time studying with us a memorable experience.

  • Student support services

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    Need support? Swinburne’s student support services can help with your studies, career, health and wellbeing, accommodation, child care, IT, safety and more.

Student services

  • Your safety at Swinburne

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    Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and supported at Swinburne. This page brings together two key services that help keep our community safe: Safer Community and Swinburne Security.

  • Library

    Need to borrow textbooks or book a computer? We have you covered. The Swinburne library provides a wide range of services for our students and operates across three campuses.

  • Academic progress and reviews

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    To help your results, we review your academic progress twice a year. These reviews let you know how you're performing and what you need to do if you're advised to be 'at risk' or asked to 'show cause'.

  • Study and learning support

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    Improve your study and academic skills through our Learning and Academic Skills Centre. Attend workshops, advice sessions, and access support for students facing challenges.

Looking for a scholarship?

Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Search our scholarships.

Thinking of your future? So are we

  • Careers and employability

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    Improve your employability with expert advice and job application assistance, with a range of seminars, workshops, conferences and employer sessions to give you the edge.

  • Work Integrated Learning

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    Swinburne guarantees real industry experience in all our bachelor degrees in the form of placements, internships or industry-linked projects.

  • Swinburne study abroad

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    Studying abroad gives you the chance to challenge yourself, explore new cultures and make memories that last a lifetime. What are you waiting for?

  • Graduation

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    Find out all you need to know about the graduation process and the formalities involved with completing your course.