Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne University of Technology is a university in Melbourne, VIC. International students should budget around US$33,800 a year in total, covering roughly US$21,200 in tuition and US$12,700 in living costs. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 30 institutions we list in Australia.

John St, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

Tuition: US$21,200/yr
Living: US$12,700/yr
Total: US$33,800/yr
Type: University
Location: Melbourne, VIC

Why students choose Swinburne University of Technology

Top 1% of universities worldwide
Top 25 universities in the world founded within the last 50 years
Top 3 universities in Victoria for student satisfaction
Practice-led teaching ensures students gain real industry experience
The only institution in Melbourne training commercial pilots, and a leading supplier of crew to Jetstar
Located in Melbourne, Australia's financial, technology and creative centre, with one of the country's strongest start-up ecosystems

Swinburne University of Technology entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Every course sets its own academic, English and other requirements. The following are the general ones.

Foundation year

Completion of year 11, aged 17 or over
IELTS 5.5 with no band below 5.0, or equivalent English

UniLink diploma

Completion of year 12 or high school, aged 17 or over

Bachelor's

High school graduate with a GPA of 7.0 or above
IELTS 6.0 with no band below 6.0, or equivalent English; some subject groups require more

Master's

A university degree or equivalent
IELTS 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or equivalent English; some subject groups require more

Scholarships at Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne International Scholarship: 20% of tuition
George Swinburne International Excellence Scholarship: 30% of tuition
Swinburne International Pathway Scholarship: AUD 3,000
ELICOS Scholarship: up to AUD 5,000

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Swinburne University of Technology?

Budget roughly US$33,800 a year in total — about US$21,200 in tuition and US$12,700 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Swinburne University of Technology?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. Every course sets its own academic, English and other requirements. The following are the general ones.

Where is Swinburne University of Technology?

Swinburne University of Technology is in Melbourne, VIC, at John St, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia.

Can international students work while studying at Swinburne University of Technology?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Australia the current allowance is 48 hours per fortnight during term, and the post-study route is temporary graduate visa (subclass 485).