About Swinburne University of Technology

The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care at Swinburne offers practical instruction and workplace experiences that will give you a true understanding of how to contribute in a work environment. It aims to ensure you learn the critical skills and develop the confidence employers will recognise and value. You will learn to professionally care for and communicate with children, support play and learning and basic developmental needs, and about providing food and basic health services.

This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. These support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children's well-being. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or autonomously.

The Diploma of Accounting will build on your basic accounting knowledge to provide a solid foundation for your next career move. You will learn how to prepare corporate reports, manage and forecast budgets, prepare tax documentation, and analyse complex problems. Upon graduation, you will be ready to pursue an accounting support role or continue your studies to a higher level.

Build on your basic accounting knowledge with the Diploma of Accounting.

You’ll learn skills that will provide you with a solid foundation for your next career move, including how to prepare corporate reports, manage and forecast budgets, prepare tax documentation, and analyse complex problems.

In some, the entrepreneurial spirit runs deep. If that’s you, the Swinburne Diploma of Business is the ideal qualification to realise your dreams of starting and running your own business.

Of course, the adaptable skills and knowledge you’ll gain aren’t limited to use in your own business. They apply to a plethora of business career paths, ensuring you’re job-ready from day one.

The course focuses on analysing and interpreting data and how to incorporate this useful and current skill into a small to medium business. You’ll learn to develop and implement a business strategy and explore a range of online collaborative platforms (such as Trello and Miro).

The Diploma Early Childhood Education and Care at Swinburne offers practical instruction and workplace experiences that will give you a true understanding of how to contribute in a work environment. It aims to ensure you learn the critical skills and develop the confidence employers will recognise and value. You will learn to plan, deliver and evaluate developmentally appropriate curriculums for all ages of children. This qualification reflects the role of educators in a range of early childhood education settings who work within the requirements of the Education and Care Services National Regulations and the National Quality Standard. Educators holding a Diploma qualification work as Team Leaders and/or Educational Leaders in Long Day Care environments, or Assistants in Pre-school settings. Desirable qualities for this work are patience, understanding, imagination, cheerfulness, energy, adaptability, physical fitness and a willingness to take responsibility.

The Diploma of Community Services provides students with the knowledge and skills to work in the community services sector in residential and community settings. Students will learn how to provide a holistic approach to client needs, including social, emotional, psychological, and practical support.

The course includes a mix of delivery methods, such as face-to-face class time, online work, project work and industry experience (work placement).

This course may be undertaken on-campus or in a workplace training mode, which may be suited to those currently employed in the community services sector.

The Diploma of Social Media Marketing will provide graduates with social media and digital marketing knowledge to help you operate successfully in a Marketing or Business role. Social Media is an important element of any business and requires specialist knowledge to ensure it has an impact and drives results. This Diploma will give you the skills and confidence to ensure you are ready to implement Social Media Marketing in your own business or any job role.

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.​

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Marketing
Develop the advanced marketing and managerial skills needed to think strategically and succeed in this exciting industry. In this major, you'll learn how to deploy traditional and digital marketing strategies, research the market, understand consumer behaviour, logically design a marketing plan, promote a brand and use data to inform marketing decisions that deliver the integrated marketing strategies.

The Certificate IV in Mental Health aims to give students the knowledge, skills and values required to work as a professional in community mental health. Designed to ensure a balance between theory and practical learning, this course invites students to delve into topics such as mental health recovery and the promotion of ongoing wellbeing. The course is delivered via a blended delivery model, which includes live and interactive online tutorials, on-campus practicals and simulations, and industry placement. Swinburne, in response to current industry trends, is including the new Department of Education and Training Unit for Mental Health work in the NDIS (Psychosocial Disability).

Students enrolled in the Certificate IV in Mental Health may also be eligible to complete a dual qualification with Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work. In this course, students will draw on their lived experience of mental illness as either a consumer or carer to further understand and support their peers in the mental health sector.

Ready to make a difference to a young person’s life? The Certificate IV in Youth Work gives you the skills and knowledge to support young people. You’ll graduate ready to develop and implement programs that address their social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs.

The course includes a mix of delivery methods, such as face-to-face class time, online work, project work and industry experience (work placement).

Students will need to successfully complete work placements, for which they will be required to hold a current Police Check and a current Working with Children Check.

The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance is an accredited course that will train you to work in support roles across the health industry.

You’ll develop the foundational skills required to work directly with patients under the supervision of professional health staff. This is essential work in a highly functioning health system. Your understanding of how to assist and support these staff is critical to the care of patients and clients.

You’ll learn to ensure quality of care, safety, infection control, empathy and respect. You’ll also develop practical skills in patient care and movement, transport, bed making, clinical cleaning and food service.

The Certificate IV in Community Services provides students with the knowledge and skills to work in the community services sector in residential and community settings. Students will learn how to provide a holistic approach to client needs, including social, emotional, psychological and practical support.

The Certificate IV in Disability provides students with the skills and knowledge to work effectively with people with disabilities in a range of services. Students learn how to develop and implement programs that empower people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance and wellbeing. Students will be equipped with the skills to work in residential group homes, training resource centres, day respite centres, other community settings and clients’ homes.

The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) covers building theory and practice related to residential, industrial and commercial building. Students develop specialist skills and knowledge in plan interpretation, drafting, quantities take-off, estimating, scheduling, construction technology, occupational health and safety (OHS), site supervisor surveying, cost control and business management. Students also gain general skills in design, problem-solving, construction technology, project documentation and project administration, including quality assurance.

Kick-start a rewarding and successful career in the finance industry with a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.

Gain the skills and knowledge required to work in accounting support roles, such as a bookkeeper, accounts clerk or payroll officer.

You’ll gain practical knowledge of a variety of accounting and bookkeeping tasks performed in the workplace, including completing Business Activity Statements (BAS), preparing financial reports, and establishing and maintaining a payroll system.

Many organisations now see the value of ongoing workforce training, especially with 56% of Australian workers needing new skills within the next five years. As subject-matter experts are called upon to train their colleagues, the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is a formal qualification that sets the standard.

This nationally accredited course enables you to gain an understanding of Vocational Education. You will develop the required skills and knowledge to be able to design, deliver and assess accredited and non-accredited courses to individuals or groups working in industry.

The Cert IV TAE qualification is the minimum requirement to teach or assess accredited programs under the standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).

This qualification focuses on real world, relevant global contexts. It is a practical program with projects and assignments you can integrate into your existing role or organisation. Undergoing the program gives you skills and tools you can use immediately and encourages you to think differently. Additionally, the qualification fully aligns to future trends in leadership capabilities.

The Certificate IV in Training and Assessment prepares industry professionals to become teachers / trainers in the vocational education and training (VET) sector. Successful completion of the TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is a requirement of the SRTO to practice as a trainer and assessor of nationally recognised accredited training.

Gain the skills and knowledge required to deliver training to adults, assess competency and design training programs and assessments. The course covers the statutory framework of vocational education, principles of adult learning, unpacking a training package and designing quality assessment that meets the needs of the learner.

Are you an electrical apprentice looking to take the next step in your bright future? If you’ve completed your pre-apprenticeship, get set to apply your electrical trade and gain the skills and knowledge required to become a licensed electrician with our Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician.?

Through practical and theory-based learning, develop the skills to select, install, set up, test, fault find, repair and maintain electrical systems and equipment in people’s homes, offices and businesses.

Charge up your electrical trade career with a Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start).

In this pre-apprenticeship, get hands-on project experience to develop the skills for a wide range of electrical trade jobs.

A solid grounding if you’re considering a full electrical trade apprenticeship, you’ll get the edge over a non-trained apprentice as you’ll be ready to work in the industry.

This course is recognised by the Electrical Trades Union (ETU) and the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA).

Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade provides industry-recognised skills for work in the engineering and fabrication trade.

Skills development is undertaken through an Australian Apprenticeship with on and off-the-job training as specified in the Contract of Training between the employer and apprentice.

The skills gained from this qualification apply to a wide range of fabrication work, including undertaking metal fabrication, structural steel erection, sheet metal work and welding.

Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade provides skills which can be applied to mechanical trade jobs across the metal and fabrication industries.

Trade work includes: undertaking fitting, assembly, manufacture, installation, modification, testing, fault finding, maintenance and service of mechanical equipment, machinery and the use of machine tools.

The Diploma of Nursing is a nationally accredited course that teaches the essential skills and knowledge required to work as an Enrolled Nurse. Upon completion of this course you will be qualified to provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in a variety of health care settings. Learning in purpose-built labs, you will be taught how to implement basic nursing care, assess clients' health, and analyse health-related information.

The course is completed over 18 months and involves 440 hours of mandatory supervised clinical placements in 4 key healthcare environments: aged care, mental health, sub-acute and acute care. Major study areas within the course include anatomy and physiology, nursing communication, legal and ethical parameters, medication delivery, wound management, infection prevention and mental, acute, chronic and aged care. The Diploma also provides the opportunity to apply for an undergraduate nursing course.

As the world grows smaller, clear visual communication is an increasingly valuable commodity. Swinburne’s Diploma of Graphic Design sets the stage for you to make impactful visual statements of your own.

Responding to professional-style design briefs, you’ll learn to create and execute design concepts efficiently and economically. Through face-to-face practical workshops, individual guided projects, tutorials and online activities, you’ll combine creative, conceptual and exceptional technical skills to solve a range of visual communication problems.

Students attend this course as part of a four-year apprenticeship. Successful completion of this course will allow students to attempt the plumbing registration exam conducted by the Victorian Building Authority. Students learn the skills and knowledge required to work in their specific area of plumbing, such as water, sanitary, drainage, roofing, gas services or mechanical services.

The Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory) focuses on improving skills in reading, writing, mathematics, oral communication and computers. There is also a strong emphasis on improving self-confidence, developing further training and vocational pathways and preparing for employment.

This course is designed for people from English and non-English speaking backgrounds who left school before Year 11, or who have had disruption to or no formal education.

Draw upon your previous studies – and your passion for design – to expand your knowledge, skills and career prospects, with the Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design.

This course prioritises career-readiness. All of your work is focused through the lens of establishing a path into a career in the graphic design industry. Beyond the technical design skills you’ll hone while studying, you’ll also focus on important business skills, such as costing and scheduling and how to appeal to different target audiences.

The Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work is an accredited course designed to help you use your lived experience with mental health issues to assist others. Through teachers with their own lived experience of mental health, you’ll develop therapeutic communication and coaching skills, as well as knowledge of current legislation affecting the operation of mental health services, including the NDIS. This course will prepare you to become a peer worker or carer peer in the mental health sector. Upon successful completion, you’ll be qualified to provide support and hope to others with mental health issues.

We live in an information age. The efficient cataloguing, collection and supply of information is therefore at a premium, especially within information-heavy spaces such as libraries, museums and galleries. If a career working with information sounds like you, Swinburne’s Diploma of Library and Information Services will help prepare you.

This diploma provides a solid grounding in essential skills and knowledge for working in libraries, agencies, institutions and organisations that handle lots of information. Through small-group instruction by experienced practitioners, you’ll learn research, cataloguing and collection management skills, the use of digital and social media tools and what it takes to provide superior customer service.

Hone your communication and people skills. Become technically proficient. Develop your confidence and the ability to satisfy customers’ needs in linguistically and culturally diverse environments.

Top quality tradespeople are in high demand. With Swinburne’s Certificate III in Carpentry under your tool belt, you’ll have the edge to become a chippy of choice.

Work as an apprentice in real-world settings, interspersed with on-campus trade school periods to hone and assess your progress. You’ll gain essential knowledge and skills to be able to work across both residential and commercial construction jobs.

The Certificate I in EAL (Access) provides a general education for students for whom English is an additional language. The course develops English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills directly related to immediate personal and social needs.

Students develop relevant social, settlement and numeracy skills and knowledge by choosing elective units of study. The course also provides students with opportunities to use digital technology in their learning.

This is a foundation course for learners who have little or no formal schooling, English literacy skills or numeracy skills. It is also suitable for learners who do not have literacy skills in their first language.

The Certificate II in EAL (Access) provides a general education for students for whom English is an additional language. The course develops English language speaking, listening, reading and writing skills for social situations and daily interactions. This includes everyday commerce and recreation, as well as linguistically demanding vocational fields.

Students develop relevant social, settlement and numeracy skills and knowledge by choosing elective units of study. The course also provides students with opportunities to use digital technology in their learning.

This is a foundation course for learners who have little or no formal schooling, English literacy skills or numeracy skills. It is also suitable for learners who do not have literacy skills in their first language.

The screen and media industries have a healthy demand for skilled practitioners at all levels. The Certificate IV in Screen and Media is your ground level entry point to this highly varied and dynamic field. Develop a vast spectrum of fundamental skills in all areas of pre-production, production and post-production, along with strong industry knowledge.

Swinburne’s strong relationships with industry give you the opportunity to take part in industry-based client projects. You’ll also explore the history and social impact of creativity, independent filmmaking and content creation for YouTube.

It’s not always easy to break into the biz, but this course sets you up as an ideal candidate for a plethora of entry level or assistant positions such as production assistant, lighting assistant, assistant director, special effects developer, or YouTube content creator.

You’ve begun to build your animation skills in a diploma course or have industry experience and a portfolio to show it. Sounds like you’re ready for Swinburne’s Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Animation.

This advanced diploma course furthers your understanding and skills in the creation of animated content across a variety of screen and media platforms. The emphasis is on conceptual and technical aspects of production, enabling you to develop projects in a chosen area, work independently and collaboratively with others, and manage projects from concept to screen.

The Certificate III in Non-Emergency Patient Transport is a nationally accredited course that equips you to work in one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia.

Gain the skills and knowledge to provide safe, non-emergency transport and care for patients suffering from an illness or disability. Develop the confidence to deliver first aid, drive non-emergency vehicles, provide appropriate patient assessment and follow procedures for safe patient transfers.

On completion, you’ll be ready to seek employment at organisations such as the Royal Flying Doctors and Ambulance Victoria, or at local hospitals and private companies outsourcing non-emergency patient transport.

The Graduate Certificate in Client Assessment and Case Management is designed for experienced practitioners in the health and community service sectors who provide specialist services to clients with complex and diverse needs. In the course, you will develop specialist knowledge and skills for working with men who use violence.

The course is delivered in conjunction with Melbourne-based group No to Violence, the peak body for organisations and individuals working with men to end family violence and is tailored for people who currently work or wish to work in men’s behaviour change programs. On successful completion, you will have developed the skills to demonstrate autonomy, well-developed judgement, adaptability and responsibility when working in this specialised area.

Swinburne’s world-class, industry-supported Master of Business Administration (MBA) develops your entrepreneurial and leadership strengths and prepares you to strategise, manage, and innovate organisations in ethical and socially responsible ways.

The Master of Business Administration focuses on leadership and change, innovation and entrepreneurship, finance, ethical practices and social responsibility. It equips students with the capacity to start new ventures or initiate organisational improvements successfully by building on authentic learning experiences and solutions-driven business scenarios. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain holistic management and business knowledge which prepares them for general management roles. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management, project management and human resource management. Through the partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, opportunities exist to participate in industry workshops, business case studies, mentoring, and personalised professional development.

The Graduate Certificate of Management is designed for high-performing individuals who are looking to hone their management and leadership skills. This course is designed to encourage critical thinking, problem solving, and effective decision making. Graduates will understand how to operate effectively in a changing, complex, and turbulent environment.

The Graduate Certificate of Project Management focuses on the fundamental principles of project management and their application in the real world. The course is for people looking to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of project management across multiple sectors. It develops problem-solving skills and the ability to create and communicate professional project management plans that address complex business problems and support organisational change.

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Accounting
Learn to deliver insights that drive business outcomes. After graduation, you may be eligible to apply for membership with CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, or the Institute of Public Accountants. You must complete LAW20019 Law of Commerce for CPA program eligibility. You may need to complete other units for membership with overseas professional accounting bodies.

As communities expand, the call for skilled bricklayers is growing. Across residential and commercial construction sites, jobs remain plentiful. Discover the skills and techniques for a career with solid foundations in Swinburne’s Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying.

As an apprentice in fun and dynamic environments that mirror real-world conditions, you’ll develop the knowledge and skills to build all manner of structures, or even become your own boss. Learn how to lay building blocks, bricks and pre-cut stone in mortar to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches and more.

The Certificate III in EAL (Access) is designed for students for whom English is an additional language. The course develops intermediate to upper-intermediate listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in English.

The course aims to improve students’ command of the English language to prepare them for the Australian workplace or to begin further study. The course also provides students with opportunities to use digital technology in their learning.

Design makes the world a more functional, understandable and beautiful place. Give it your unique perspective with Swinburne’s Certificate IV in Design.

This foundational course looks at design’s historical context across diverse disciplines, such as graphic design, interior design and product design. It equips you with the hands-on skills and knowledge to respond to design briefs just as professionals would.

You’ll learn current and emerging design technologies, such as Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, XD and Animate. In fact, Swinburne is the first university in Australia to be an Adobe Creative Campus and you’ll enjoy free access to Adobe Creative Cloud software on all of your devices.

Are you looking for a role in the justice environment? The Diploma of Justice invites students to take the first step in their criminal justice careers in a supported, hands-on environment. This course is designed to support entry level employment into the criminal justice sector. You will learn the theory and practice behind operational functions within the Victorian justice system, including foundation legal principles, law enforcement, management of adult offenders, corrections and court services and how to work within family violence and culturally diverse circumstances. At the end of the course, students will have the confidence to begin their careers in the justice sector.

Are you interested in a career in Justice? This supported online course will introduce you to the operations of the Victorian Justice System and the diverse range of roles available.

You’ll learn the theory and practice behind operational functions within the Victorian criminal justice system – covering areas such as foundation legal principles, how to work within family violence and culturally diverse clients, and the new and emerging trends in justice.

As our climate changes, so does the environment around us. By studying a Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management at Swinburne, you’ll learn what you can do to protect the natural world and our relationship with it.

Conservation and ecosystem management is a growing industry – never more so than now, as humanity’s impact on the environment increases. With these changes, though, come career opportunities for people like you who are passionate about caring for the land we share.

This course provides you with a high level of skills and knowledge through practical experience. Field studies feature heavily in the curriculum as you learn what it takes to work at a paraprofessional level – with full industry recognition.

Upon graduation, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for Parks Victoria Summer Rangers positions and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) Project Fire Fighter positions. You’ll also be ready to pursue work in areas such as land management, conservation earthworks, Indigenous land management, and natural area restoration and management.

The Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology - Electrical provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge to evaluate, design, update and implement industrial automation systems to a technical and pre-degree level.

The Certificate IV in Professional Writing and Editing is designed to provide you with the foundational skills to write and edit professionally.

You’ll explore your creativity and hone it for various styles and forms – from fiction and non-fiction to journalism, business writing, and public relations.

When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for entry level writing, editing, and creative roles in various fields. You’ll have the confidence to write in an engaging style with accuracy and flair.

The Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing will have you producing advanced writing and editing work.

You’ll explore your creativity and hone it for writing and editing industries. You’ll not only learn how to write and edit, you’ll learn about the laws and ethics of professional writing.

By the time you graduate, you’ll have a broad knowledge of the professional industry and how you can find opportunities to work. You’ll have the skills to work in a range of industries, across genres and forms. You’ll also be prepared for further study.

The Diploma of Human Resource Management provides you with comprehensive knowledge and skills in human resources (HR) management processes and offers a broad range of study areas relevant to current business needs.

As a participant in this course, you will learn how to manage people whilst generating high levels of performance, innovation and communication, and the ability to plan their workforce strategically.

This qualification focuses on real world, relevant global contexts. It is a practical program with projects and assignments you can integrate into your existing role or organisation. Undergoing the program gives you skills and tools you can use immediately and encourages you to think differently. Additionally, the qualification fully aligns to future trends in leadership capabilities.

The Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology is a wide-ranging, highly practical course for those looking to start, broaden or advance in a technical paraprofessional role in civil, mechanical or mechatronic engineering fields. It could also suit trades qualified people to advance their qualifications.

This course is a strong combination of technical skills training with in-depth knowledge, so you’ll be able to apply engineering and scientific principles when managing, designing or executing projects. Graduates can apply for recognition by Engineers Australia and could also use this course as a pathway into further degree studies.

Get qualified to work in the private and non-emergency patient transport sector as an ambulance transport attendant (ATA) with a Diploma of Emergency Health Care.?

Designed for people who hold the HLT31120 Certificate in Non-Emergency Patient transport (NEPT) or are currently working in the NEPT industry.

You’ll gain the clinical skills and theoretical knowledge to treat and transport patients in an emergency across pre-hospital and out-of-hospital care, including advanced skills in life support.

Underscore your creative practice with a business plan and a practical approach that will set you up for career success.

Whether your passion is photography, design, visual art, games and animation, digital media or another creative pursuit, this product development course will elevate your creative output to refine your folio and unlock your commercial potential. You will build skills in design thinking and creative problem solving while also learning to work closely and collaboratively with other creative minds. You’ll have the opportunity to work on industry projects with industry partners, as well as on your own ideas, with the ultimate goal of creating a prototype that meets the needs of the marketplace. Importantly, you will hone your business nous through the development of strategic, marketing and business plans, so that you’re ready to turn your creative talents into a career.

These days, there’s more to great photography than composition, light and subject matter. Photo imaging has expanded the horizons of the photographed image exponentially – and you, too, can expand your horizons with Swinburne’s Certificate IV in Photography and Photo Imaging.

As an aspiring photographer, you’ll learn the essential concepts and technical skills to begin your career. The course maintains a strong emphasis on image capture, studio lighting techniques, and photo enhancements and manipulations. You’ll use industry-leading software to augment your skills. In fact, Swinburne is the first university in Australia to be an Adobe Creative Campus, and you’ll enjoy free access to Adobe Creative Cloud software on all of your devices.

Creating an image that’s striking, memorable and technically proficient to support client requirements is challenging. But you can meet the challenge confidently with a Swinburne Diploma of Photography and Photo Imaging under your belt.

This diploma offers creative thinkers solid foundations for a career in photography. Taught by leading industry professionals, you’ll explore the conceptual elements of visual communication alongside vital technical skills.

Send me a link to this course The Certificate III in General Education for Adults focuses on improving skills in reading, writing, mathematics, oral communication and computers. There is also a strong emphasis on improving self-confidence, developing further training and vocational pathways and preparing for employment.

This course is designed for people from English and non-English speaking backgrounds who left school before Year 11 or who have had disruption to formal education.

The web development industry needs skilled, knowledgeable ICT professionals to bring the next generation of web design to dynamic life. Professionals like you. With a Swinburne Diploma of Information Technology (Front End Web Development) to augment your ICT know-how, you’ll be front and centre for an exciting career in this evolving space.

You’ll work in teams to create a web product for an external client, and potentially get the opportunity to undertake real-world work experience, such as a placement at one of our dynamic web development industry partner companies.

Upon completion, you’ll enjoy a wide array of potential career pathways in the web development industry, from UX and UI design to front end and web app development.

Make a difference to children’s lives and learning with a Certificate IV in School Based Education Support.

Develop the knowledge, skills and values to individually support students with literacy and numeracy as well as specific learning needs. Understand how to create inclusive learning environments and assist teachers with effective support behaviour strategies.

A practical placement will enhance your understanding and employability, so you graduate classroom ready.

Upon graduation, you’ll be qualified to work in educational settings as an education assistant, support worker, teacher assistant or teacher aide.

You have the thumbs to score big, but do you have the tech skills to bring digital and interactive games to life? Gather those skills – and a wealth of career opportunities – with a Swinburne Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design, Game Programming) a double specialisation.

From side-scrollers to first-person shooters, strategy games to mobile games, your inventory of skills will cover both the aesthetic and technical elements of game development to cross from concept to reality.

Swinburne’s Master of Professional Accounting combines a practical, hands-on MPA program with strong industry links and a clear pathway to professional recognition. You’ll learn to provide crucial, comprehensive and specialist business analysis and compelling financial narratives to inform strategic investment and business decisions.

Swinburne’s emphasis on entrepreneurship and innovation is at the heart of this MPA. Our industry connections are combined with experiential learning through topical projects, case histories and expert guest speakers.

You’ll graduate with a firm understanding of core knowledge and be job-ready with industry relevant skills in software such as Xero. The many electives on offer can help set you up for roles in areas such as banking, business consulting, information systems, finance, and manufacturing. This course is professionally accredited through CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).

Inspire and teach children up to five years old in kindergartens, preschools and early learning centres. Learn how to support and grow a child’s social, emotional, intellectual and physical development through innovative teaching methods. Engage in unique units of study of nature play, social justice, sustainability and Indigenous knowledges.

With a Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Teaching, follow your passion to nurture children’s learning and development during their early years.

As a pre-service teacher learn how to create engaging and supportive learning environments for children aged from birth to 5 years.

Deepen your knowledge of the early childhood curriculum and develop essential communication skills to collaborate effectively with children, their families and community across a diverse range of early childhood settings.

Upon graduation you’ll be a confident and effective early childhood educator, ready for a rewarding career positively impacting children beginning their learning journey.

Crack the code for a rewarding career at the fore of the digital revolution. With a focus on software development, this course is taught by some of the best computer minds in the business. Learn in industry standard labs and choose to specialise with a major in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber security, Data Science, Games Development, Software Development or Internet of Things.

Put your passion for a better world into a creative, meaningful career. In the Bachelor of Arts, you’ll learn how societies evolve and humans change the world. Expect to focus on the world's most pressing problems, critical thinking, communication skills, cultural competency, digital literacy and building your confidence to make a difference.

The Graduate Diploma of Psychology is an online Level 2 APAC program that allows students to continue further studies in the field or embark upon a research career. This program utilises online digital learning teaching methodologies. Students aiming to become a registered psychologist will need to apply for further study.

The Bachelor of Psychological Sciences provides specialised study in developmental psychology, cognition, social psychology, personality, psychological measurement and abnormal psychology, while developling skills in project management, research design and report writing.

Our Bachelor of Nursing prepares you for the diversity and complexities of 21st century nursing.

At Swinburne, you'll benefit from our focus on technology and innovation, and our small class sizes which provide more individualised support. Your clinical skills will be developed safely using simulation technology and realistic case studies.

Please note: due to high interest and limited capacity, students are encouraged to apply early to secure a place within this course.

Experience the first law degree in Victoria with an IP specialisation and the only one with 60 days of law-related professional experience placements. Learn about trade marks, patents, designs and copyright, competition law and more. Develop skills in the technologies transforming legal practice: smart legal contracts, document automation, predicative AI and advanced chatbots.

Become an inspiring teacher and engage children across a range of subjects using the latest teaching techniques and technology. Through collaborative group activities and school-based practical placements you'll develop the skills to design effective learning experiences, including addressing diversity to tailor learning experiences to the needs of your students.

Make your move out of the company and into a rewarding career in the classroom, with a Master of Teaching (Primary). Our course will take you through the latest technology, educational theories and practical skills needed to teach any level of primary education. Practice what you teach? Absolutely. You’ll gain invaluable professional experience through supervised placement in a primary school. Best of all, our online program works around you, so you can maintain your day job while you study.

Accounting is about more than numbers. It’s about how finances affect businesses and people’s lives. Swinburne's Bachelor of Accounting aims to develop the technical skills and personal traits you need to adapt and thrive in this rapidly evolving profession.

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Management
Learn about the role of management in business and discover how key resources must be strategically planned, effectively deployed, monitored and controlled to meet strategic business objectives, including business ethics and sustainability goals. As preparation for contemporary management roles, you’ll learn to analyse and work through real business issues and receive advice from practising professionals.

Experiential learning meets industry-relevant skills in the Bachelor of Science. With guaranteed industry experience, lab access in your first year and small, hands-on classes, you’ll be using the tools of your field and building a tightknit cohort from day one. 

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Finance
This CFA-affiliated program is designed to build careers in investment banking, financial consultancy, asset management, financial securities, trading stocks and brokerage. You'll cover financial forecasts, company values, risk, investment opportunities and shares and bonds. This major incorporates 70% of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge, and positions you towards obtaining the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation, one of the most respected investment credentials globally.

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Logistics and Supply Chain Management major
Equip yourself with the skills needed to access career opportunities in logistics and supply chain management, international trade, procurement, inventory management and distribution. You'll learn how to use world-class Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, a critical skill in high demand and an ability that will differentiate your job market profile. Swinburne’s Logistics and Supply Chain Management major is endorsed by the Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia (SCLAA).

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Financial Planning
Gain essential financial planning skills and knowledge to help people reach their financial goals. You’ll cover topics such as investment, taxation, financial risk, retirement and estate planning as well as an understanding of legislations, code of conduct and ethical issues relating to managing clients and their finances. This major meets the requirements of the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPEC) and is approved by Financial Advisers Standards (FAS).

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Business Administration
Gain an essential understanding of business operations, including organisational behaviour and managing workplace relations. You’ll also learn practical skills in areas, including data analytics, data collection, strategic planning and project management. The aim of this major is to give you the confidence to ask intelligent questions so you'll be able to get the answers you need for successful administrative work in any industry or workplace.

Develop specialised technical knowledge in your engineering field or expand your expertise into a related engineering discipline. The Master of Engineering Science builds on your existing engineering studies and knowledge. The course will expand your professional skills and is designed to prepare you to complete independent research work.

Select a engineering specialisation from one of: Advanced Manufacturing, Civil, Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunications, Industry 4.0 and Systems, Mechanical, or Structural.

Depending on your chosen specialisation, you’ll graduate with the skills and knowledge to pursue work as a professional engineer in a range of areas, including electrical power generation, safety and distribution, renewable energy systems, systems and embedded design, mechanical systems design, manufacturing systems design, telecommunication networks design, civil engineering project management, structural engineering and construction.

Experiential learning meets industry-relevant skills in the Bachelor of Science. With guaranteed industry experience, lab access in your first year and small, hands-on classes, you’ll be using the tools of your field and building a tightknit cohort from day one. 

Physics Major
Discover classical and modern physics, astrophysics, nanoscience, experimental physics and more with a major in Physics. Experiential learning combines with industry participation to give you a rounded understanding of the essentials of physics. You’ll gain hands-on industry experience and the opportunity to join the Australian Institute of Physics upon graduation.

The Master of Data Science is designed to prepare students to work on the forefront of data-driven decision-making and forecasting.

Build on your existing undergraduate qualification and/or industry experience as you develop an in-depth understanding of activities and processes related to managing, interpreting, understanding and deriving knowledge from large data sets.

In this course, you’ll learn how to gain meaningful insight from data obtained from business, government, scientific and other sources. Expand your knowledge and understanding of computer science and data analytics, develop skills in state-of-the-art techniques and contemporary tools covering the entire data management lifecycle.

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Human Resource Management
Discover how to manage people, create a productive working environment and build a positive workplace culture. In this major, you'll gain skills in organisational behaviour, industrial relations, diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace, performance management and innovation, international HR management, employee health and wellbeing, data-driven decision making and evidence-based management. This major is professionally accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).

Architecture shapes the ways we live and connect. In our Bachelor of Design (Architecture), you'll study design, construction, cultural contexts, and more – all under the guidance of world-renowned academics. Get more than just theory, gain the hands-on experience the industry desires. Design, create, and make in our ProtoLAB with 3D printers, laser cutters, robots, and more.

The Master of Architecture is a future-focused degree designed for those who wish to pursue a career as a registered architect.

Taught through a practice-based, studio-learning model, you’ll study a research-driven curriculum covering the technology, design, fabrication, practice, and theory of professional architectural practice. You’ll learn the valuable skills and knowledge required to become a leader in the field, including how to evaluate architectural practice in a critical and ethical framework, and develop innovative propositions to new situations, both individually and collaboratively.

You’ll gain a global understanding of built and virtual environments, as well as the challenges and opportunities of Industry 4.0.

Study network configurations, web and app programming, database design and more, and even specialise in a particular aspect of ICT-related work. Hone your knowledge in industry-class labs boasting 17 network racks and 700 Cisco devices at your disposal. Bolster your CV with work integrated learning such as placements, internships, and an industry-linked project every semester.

Cybercrime is rapidly on the rise. Get qualified and help fill the global shortage of cyber security professionals. Learn the fundamentals, including encryption systems, access control and how network architecture and the internet is used to defend online data. Prepare for an in-demand and well-paid career across industries – from defence to media, health, business and more.

The Graduate Certificate of Data Science is for students who want to expand their knowledge of computer science and data analytics. This course will build on a student's undergraduate qualifications or relevant industry experience, with an emphasis on managing, interpreting and visualising data sets. Students will study a project-based learning unit and graduate ready to work in data-driven decision-making roles.

The Graduate Certificate of Data Science course trains the students to develop fundamental knowledge and practical skills in data preparation, visualisation, and superficial analysis. It provides students with skill set for processing big data, operating in projects, and application creation at the entry-level.

The Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) provides high-level training in psychopathology, assessment and therapeutic interventions for adults and children suffering from clinical disorders such as anxiety disorder, clinical depression, schizophrenia, eating disorders, personality disorders, trauma, alcohol dependence, childhood disorders and psychogeriatric conditions.

The Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) provides high-level training in psychopathology, assessment, and therapeutic interventions for adults and children with clinical disorders. Our training has a specific focus assessing conditions such as; anxiety disorder, clinical depression, schizophrenia, eating, and personality disorders, trauma, alcohol dependence, childhood disorders and psychogeriatric conditions.

The Diploma of Event Management provides students with sound knowledge of event management processes and a broad range of event-related skills. Students learn how to work independently to make operational event management decisions. Students completing the course will be equipped to work in the diverse events industry, both in the planning and delivery of events.

Launch your career in disability support services with our Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability). Enable people with disabilities to become more independent and get involved in community and recreational activities. Empower people to live rich and full lives.

This industry-designed qualification will give you the skills, knowledge and values to provide individual care to people with disabilities in residential, community, health care and NDIS settings. Plus, get industry experience and a thorough understanding of the needs of clients with disabilities.

Looking for a role where traits like kindness, patience and an eye for detail are worth more than just the bottom line? Our Certificate III in Individual Support is for you. Start a rewarding career in individual and aged care support. Join a rapidly growing industry. Know that you’re making a direct, positive impact on someone’s life.

Build your technical and soft skills, including interpersonal communication skills, relationship building skills and working with people who have diverse needs. Give physical and social support. Get hands-on with our state-of-the-art facilities. Plus, get job-ready before you graduate with a clinical placement.

Graduate ready to work in individual and disability support, specialised care, in-home care and support service roles in government, not-for-profit and community organisations. The best part about being a carer? You’ll get to come home every day knowing that you’ve made a real difference.

Got your heart set on a career in interior design? Our Diploma of Interior Design will give you the skills to get there. This practical and interactive course has sustainable design practices at its core. Gain an in-depth understanding of design processes and principles – and a folio that’ll open endless doors.

Create and plan furniture, fittings and surfaces, colour schemes and concepts for commercial and residential settings. Learn how to document your designs in 2D – through drawing, illustration and drafting, then take them one step further with 3D modelling. You’ll also build your business, communication and presentation skills so that you can communicate your creative vision to clients with confidence and clarity.

Put your passion for a better world into a creative, meaningful career. In the Bachelor of Arts, you’ll learn how societies evolve and humans change the world. Expect to focus on the world's most pressing problems, critical thinking, communication skills, cultural competency, digital literacy and building your confidence to make a difference.

Majoring in Criminology
Learn why crimes are committed, how society defines crime and treats criminals, and what social factors and motivations can lead to criminal behaviour. You'll examine the systems and practices within policing, global crime problems, cyber-crime and security issues – plus, how to analyse trends, formulate policies and create systems to help prevent crime.

Put your passion for a better world into a creative, meaningful career. In the Bachelor of Arts, you’ll learn how societies evolve and humans change the world. Expect to focus on the world's most pressing problems, critical thinking, communication skills, cultural competency, digital literacy and building your confidence to make a difference.

Majoring in Indigenous Studies
Delve into Indigenous ways of being and doing, which are increasingly appreciated not only their historical value, but also for their place in contemporary society. In this major, you'll discover how to utilise these concepts in future careers, including the role of Indigenous Knowledges in a range of contemporary fields, learn about concepts of Indigenous entrepreneurship in today's world and experience contemporary community organisations and the issues they face in the capstone unit.

Experiential learning meets industry-relevant skills in the Bachelor of Science. With guaranteed industry experience, lab access in your first year and small, hands-on classes, you’ll be using the tools of your field and building a tightknit cohort from day one. 

Applied Mathematics major
Explore how mathematical and numerical methods deepen our understanding of real-world phenomena and behaviours with the Applied Mathematics major. You’ll make sense of big data by broadening your understanding of mathematical and numerical methods. Plus, learn to model fundamental processes in physical and life sciences.

Experiential learning meets industry-relevant skills in the Bachelor of Science. With guaranteed industry experience, lab access in your first year and small, hands-on classes, you’ll be using the tools of your field and building a tightknit cohort from day one. 

Biochemistry major
Explore the fundamental nature of matter and how it can be applied to a range of industries and medical investigations with the Biochemistry major. You’ll study the molecules of life, from culturing microorganisms to enzymes and DNA. Expand your biochemical knowledge and tap into big career aspirations by studying the very small.

Experiential learning meets industry-relevant skills in the Bachelor of Science. With guaranteed industry experience, lab access in your first year and small, hands-on classes, you’ll be using the tools of your field and building a tightknit cohort from day one. 

Biotechnology Major
Uncover a career path of enormous potential at the intersection of biology and technology and play your role in making better healthcare, products and business practices a reality. Chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology and statistics all feature in this major. You’ll investigate the application of biotechnology to areas such as business, ethics and environmental science.

Note: Students who select Biotechnology as a major may not select Biochemistry as a second major. 

Experiential learning meets industry-relevant skills in the Bachelor of Science. With guaranteed industry experience, lab access in your first year and small, hands-on classes, you’ll be using the tools of your field and building a tightknit cohort from day one. 

Chemistry major
Discover the myriad applications of chemistry, including forensic and environmental science, polymer formation, water analysis, creation of new materials, and agricultural and analytical chemistry. Chemistry plays an important role in a broad range of scientific, medical and industrial settings. And with real-world learning experiences to give you hands-on experience, you’ll discover firsthand how a Chemistry major from Swinburne opens career doors.

Experiential learning meets industry-relevant skills in the Bachelor of Science. With guaranteed industry experience, lab access in your first year and small, hands-on classes, you’ll be using the tools of your field and building a tightknit cohort from day one. 

Environmental Science major
In the Environmental Science major, you’ll study the relationship between local, global, social and ecological issues as taught by leading experts in the field. Gain scientific skills in chemistry, biology and microbiology, then apply them to environmental sustainability and ecological challenges both locally and globally and through social infrastructures.

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Entrepreneurship
Develop the type of fresh thinking required to build, launch and scale a start-up business or social venture. In this major, you'll discover how to differentiate an idea from a real opportunity and use innovation theory to maximise that opportunity. You'll also undertake hands-on learning, learn how to create desirable, viable business models, develop your strategic thinking and planning skills, learn to interpret sales and marketing opportunities, build a team and source capital funding.

Step into a world of opportunity with our Bachelor of Business degree. Tailor your path with a broad range of majors, ranging from Finance to Entrepreneurship. Experience hands-on learning and develop your digital skills across leading platforms like MYOB, Xero, and Google Analytics. Contribute to sustainability projects and make a positive impact on the world and others through ethical business practices. Connect with industry experts and mentors in your areas of interest for unparalleled personal growth and networking opportunities.

Majoring in Sports Management
Develop the business mindset needed to run sport organisations and venues, identify risks and seize opportunities – along with skills in strategic thinking and leadership, understanding sport data analytics and investigating the trends changing the future of sport. Benefit from assignments and experiences based on Swinburne research with partners such as Richmond Football Club, the Australian Football League, Tennis Australia, as well as government, agencies and sport technology start-ups.

Swinburne’s world-class, industry-supported Master of Business Administration (MBA) develops your entrepreneurial and leadership strengths and prepares you to strategise, manage, and innovate organisations in ethical and socially responsible ways.

The Master of Business Administration focuses on leadership and change, innovation and entrepreneurship, finance, ethical practices and social responsibility. It equips students with the capacity to start new ventures or initiate organisational improvements successfully by building on authentic learning experiences and solutions-driven business scenarios. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain holistic management and business knowledge which prepares them for general management roles. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management, project management and human resource management. Through the partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, opportunities exist to participate in industry workshops, business case studies, mentoring, and personalised professional development.

Accounting

Students must complete ACC60008 as core and select any three from the remaining list of units.

• ACC60008 Accounting Systems and Reporting
• ACC80003 Company Auditing
• ACC80008 Managerial Accounting
• ACC80012 Taxation Principles and Planning
• ACC80019 Financial Accounting and Theory
• ECO80001 Economics
• FIN60003 Business Modelling and Analysis

Swinburne’s world-class, industry-supported Master of Business Administration (MBA) develops your entrepreneurial and leadership strengths and prepares you to strategise, manage, and innovate organisations in ethical and socially responsible ways.

The Master of Business Administration focuses on leadership and change, innovation and entrepreneurship, finance, ethical practices and social responsibility. It equips students with the capacity to start new ventures or initiate organisational improvements successfully by building on authentic learning experiences and solutions-driven business scenarios. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain holistic management and business knowledge which prepares them for general management roles. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management, project management and human resource management. Through the partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, opportunities exist to participate in industry workshops, business case studies, mentoring, and personalised professional development.

Business Analytics

Students must complete any four units from the list below.

• INF70008 Business Analytics and Visualisation
• INF60012 Cloud Enterprise Systems and Analytics
• INF60013 Mobile Business and Social Media
• INF80005 Business Information Systems Internship Project
• INF80031 Applied Business Analytics and Data Visualisation
• INF80040 Predictive Analytics
• INF80051 Artificial Intelligence and Insights

Swinburne’s world-class, industry-supported Master of Business Administration (MBA) develops your entrepreneurial and leadership strengths and prepares you to strategise, manage, and innovate organisations in ethical and socially responsible ways.

The Master of Business Administration focuses on leadership and change, innovation and entrepreneurship, finance, ethical practices and social responsibility. It equips students with the capacity to start new ventures or initiate organisational improvements successfully by building on authentic learning experiences and solutions-driven business scenarios. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain holistic management and business knowledge which prepares them for general management roles. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management, project management and human resource management. Through the partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, opportunities exist to participate in industry workshops, business case studies, mentoring, and personalised professional development.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Students to complete ENT60009 as core and select any three from the remaining list of units.

• ENT60009 Opportunity Discovery, Creativity and Design
• ENT70012 Growth Management
• ENT70018 Entrepreneurial Mindset, New Ventures and Innovation
• ENT70019 Venture Planning
• PRM60001 Project Management for Entrepreneurial Ventures

Swinburne’s world-class, industry-supported Master of Business Administration (MBA) develops your entrepreneurial and leadership strengths and prepares you to strategise, manage, and innovate organisations in ethical and socially responsible ways.

The Master of Business Administration focuses on leadership and change, innovation and entrepreneurship, finance, ethical practices and social responsibility. It equips students with the capacity to start new ventures or initiate organisational improvements successfully by building on authentic learning experiences and solutions-driven business scenarios. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain holistic management and business knowledge which prepares them for general management roles. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management, project management and human resource management. Through the partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, opportunities exist to participate in industry workshops, business case studies, mentoring, and personalised professional development.

Finance

Students to complete four from the following list of units

• FIN60003 Business Modelling and Analysis
• FIN60010 Elements of Financial Planning and Regulation
• FIN80001 Modern Finance Issues
• FIN80002 Business and Entity Valuations
• FIN80005 Corporate Financial Management
• FIN80004 Capital Markets
• FIN80018 Derivatives and Risk Management

Swinburne’s world-class, industry-supported Master of Business Administration (MBA) develops your entrepreneurial and leadership strengths and prepares you to strategise, manage, and innovate organisations in ethical and socially responsible ways.

The Master of Business Administration focuses on leadership and change, innovation and entrepreneurship, finance, ethical practices and social responsibility. It equips students with the capacity to start new ventures or initiate organisational improvements successfully by building on authentic learning experiences and solutions-driven business scenarios. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain holistic management and business knowledge which prepares them for general management roles. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management, project management and human resource management. Through the partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, opportunities exist to participate in industry workshops, business case studies, mentoring, and personalised professional development.

Human Resource Management

Students to complete HRM60018 as core:

HRM60013 Employee Relations

This unit aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the legal, political and industrial framework of Employee Relations in Australia and within a selected group of our international trading partners. The unit develops the student’s appreciation of both the academic and practical application of the influences that govern the employment relationship and examines the roles of employees, employers, trade unions and governments in the employment process.

Select any three from the remaining list of units:

• HRM60018 Human Resource Fundamentals
• HRM70006 Strategic HRM in the Business Context
• HRM70012 Managing Workplace Diversity and Inclusion
• HRM70013 Strategic Human Resource Management
• HRM80015 Human Capital Analytics

Swinburne’s world-class, industry-supported Master of Business Administration (MBA) develops your entrepreneurial and leadership strengths and prepares you to strategise, manage, and innovate organisations in ethical and socially responsible ways.

The Master of Business Administration focuses on leadership and change, innovation and entrepreneurship, finance, ethical practices and social responsibility. It equips students with the capacity to start new ventures or initiate organisational improvements successfully by building on authentic learning experiences and solutions-driven business scenarios. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain holistic management and business knowledge which prepares them for general management roles. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management, project management and human resource management. Through the partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, opportunities exist to participate in industry workshops, business case studies, mentoring, and personalised professional development.

Project Management

Students to complete INF70005 as core

INF70005 Strategic Project Management

This unit examines the concepts, issues, and challenges that are critical for implementing, maintaining, and completing projects successfully. The reasons behind contemporary organizations' move towards a project approach are considered, and the common methodologies, tools, and techniques of project management are critically evaluated.

Select any three from the remaining list of units:

• Project Management for Innovative Outcomes

This unit demonstrates the decisions and tasks that emerge during the phases of the entrepreneurial life cycle.

• The Risk Management Spectrum

This unit aims to critically analyze and synthesize conventional and disruptive frameworks for assessing risk and its significance for achieving strategic objectives.

• Leading Complex Projects

This unit enables students to learn how to lead and manage effectively in difficult environments.

• Project Governance and Resource Management

This unit aims to investigate appropriate project governance structures, its context and dimensions in the overall project success.

• Operations Management

This unit critically examines the issues and techniques of Operations Management. It reviews the strategic importance of the operations function in delivering top-quality products and services efficiently and effectively to meet the needs of clients and customers.

Swinburne’s world-class, industry-supported Master of Business Administration (MBA) develops your entrepreneurial and leadership strengths and prepares you to strategise, manage, and innovate organisations in ethical and socially responsible ways.

The Master of Business Administration focuses on leadership and change, innovation and entrepreneurship, finance, ethical practices and social responsibility. It equips students with the capacity to start new ventures or initiate organisational improvements successfully by building on authentic learning experiences and solutions-driven business scenarios. It provides an excellent opportunity for students to gain holistic management and business knowledge which prepares them for general management roles. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management, project management and human resource management. Through the partnership with the Institute of Managers and Leaders, opportunities exist to participate in industry workshops, business case studies, mentoring, and personalised professional development.

International Business

Students must select up to four units from the list below:

• BUS70013 Business Innovation in Europe Study Tour

This unit familiarises students with the issues, debates and processes of working and doing business in Europe, and its possible impact on Australia.

• BUS70014 Business Innovation in America Study Tour

This unit provides a concrete appreciation and understanding of America and the approaches towards doing business and innovation in America.

• BUS70015 Business Innovation in Asia Study Tour

This unit provides students with an appreciation of the workings of the Asian countries visited and of areas of Australian diplomatic and trade representation within Asia.

• HRM70012 Managing Workplace Diversity and Inclusion

This unit introduces students to the roles diversity and inclusion have in enhancing the performance of employees and their organisation.

• INB60003 International Trade and Investment

This unit aims to provide students with multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches in international trade and investment issues.

• INB60004 Global Business Cultures: Advanced Theories and Practices

This unit provides students with advanced knowledge to enable them to understand and be able to participate effectively and more competitively in global business environments.

• MFP80002 International Internship

International Internship Experience is designed to provide post-graduate students with invaluable international work-experience utilising a real-world learning approach.

• MFP80004 International Internship - Extended

International Internship Experience is designed to provide post-graduate students with invaluable international work-experience utilising a real-world learning approach.

• SCM60003 Supply Chain Management

This unit provides an understanding and appreciation of the management of the supply chain, including critiquing global supply chain management principles and practices.

The Master of Teaching (Secondary) is a postgraduate, initial, teacher education qualification. This course embraces innovative delivery techniques and combines contemporary research and advanced pedagogical knowledge and skills, with practicum opportunities. Graduates are prepared to be future educational leaders and innovators with a strong identity of themselves as teachers and teacher researchers. Professional experience places students within a school setting to fulfil the practical elements of their teaching degree: students complete three professional placements at a secondary school, a total of 60 days.

Graduates are qualified to teach Years 7 to 12 and have the opportunity to apply for positions in both government and non-government secondary schools. In addition, graduates are prepared to be future educational leaders and innovators, with a strong sense of identity as teachers and researchers in the industry.

The degree is accredited by the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). Graduates can apply for registration in all Australian states and territories.

The Master of Project Management develops expertise in project management across a range of industries. It takes an entrepreneurial perspective to provide a unique focus on managing complex, high risk and innovative projects. The course focuses on planning and delivering high-quality projects, on budget and on time, developing abilities to scope an initiative; control costs; communicate well; act legally and ethically; successfully manage a complex web of employee, supplier and stakeholder relationships; and ensure that a project stays aligned with strategic goals. Learning is integrated within the context of projects for new and established businesses with insights from industry experts. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management or financial technologies.

The Master of Project Management develops expertise in project management across a range of industries. It takes an entrepreneurial perspective to provide a unique focus on managing complex, high risk and innovative projects. The course focuses on planning and delivering high-quality projects, on budget and on time, developing abilities to scope an initiative; control costs; communicate well; act legally and ethically; successfully manage a complex web of employee, supplier and stakeholder relationships; and ensure that a project stays aligned with strategic goals. Learning is integrated within the context of projects for new and established businesses with insights from industry experts. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management or financial technologies.

With strong links to industry partners and professional bodies, Swinburne’s accounting specialisation provides a theoretical setting and practical approach that will enhance your career prospects. There’s a focus on strategic thinking, accounting technology and the creativity required to deliver innovative solutions in a number of environments.

The Master of Project Management develops expertise in project management across a range of industries. It takes an entrepreneurial perspective to provide a unique focus on managing complex, high risk and innovative projects. The course focuses on planning and delivering high-quality projects, on budget and on time, developing abilities to scope an initiative; control costs; communicate well; act legally and ethically; successfully manage a complex web of employee, supplier and stakeholder relationships; and ensure that a project stays aligned with strategic goals. Learning is integrated within the context of projects for new and established businesses with insights from industry experts. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management or financial technologies.

Business Information Systems

The Business Information Systems specialisation teaches students how businesses can exploit technology to improve their decision making.

The Master of Project Management develops expertise in project management across a range of industries. It takes an entrepreneurial perspective to provide a unique focus on managing complex, high risk and innovative projects. The course focuses on planning and delivering high-quality projects, on budget and on time, developing abilities to scope an initiative; control costs; communicate well; act legally and ethically; successfully manage a complex web of employee, supplier and stakeholder relationships; and ensure that a project stays aligned with strategic goals. Learning is integrated within the context of projects for new and established businesses with insights from industry experts. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management or financial technologies.

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

This specialisation gives you the tools to develop the mindset needed to lead and manage high-growth organisations through innovation.

The Master of Project Management develops expertise in project management across a range of industries. It takes an entrepreneurial perspective to provide a unique focus on managing complex, high risk and innovative projects. The course focuses on planning and delivering high-quality projects, on budget and on time, developing abilities to scope an initiative; control costs; communicate well; act legally and ethically; successfully manage a complex web of employee, supplier and stakeholder relationships; and ensure that a project stays aligned with strategic goals. Learning is integrated within the context of projects for new and established businesses with insights from industry experts. The course design also allows the choice of electives to complete a related business specialisation such as supply chain management or financial technologies.

International Business

Learn how to do business within an international context during one of our innovation study tours or internship placements in Europe, America, or Asia.

Become an expert in financial technology, banking, analysis and investment with our Master of Finance. Learn how fintech is transforming the financial world and understand how to embrace technological advances in areas such as AI, big data, blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Graduate with a strong sense of ethics and an understanding of the social responsibilities needed to succeed in the sector.

Accounting

With strong links to industry partners and professional bodies, Swinburne’s accounting specialisation provides a theoretical setting and practical approach that will enhance your career prospects. There’s a focus on strategic thinking, accounting technology and the creativity required to deliver innovative solutions in a number of environments.

Become an expert in financial technology, banking, analysis, and investment with our Master of Finance. Learn how fintech is transforming the financial world and understand how to embrace technological advances in areas such as AI, big data, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies. Graduate with a strong sense of ethics and an understanding of the social responsibilities needed to succeed in the sector.

Business Analytics

• When you specialize in Business Analytics, you’ll learn how to extract useful insights from data, and represent the findings through visualization techniques. Take a deep dive into mobile-based applications, social media, AI, and Big Data, ensuring your expertise and analysis is an asset to any organization.

Become an expert in financial technology, banking, analysis and investment with our Master of Finance. Learn how fintech is transforming the financial world and understand how to embrace technological advances in areas such as AI, big data, blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Graduate with a strong sense of ethics and an understanding of the social responsibilities needed to succeed in the sector.

Human Resource Management

This specialisation is designed to give you the essential theoretical skills and practical experience to create dynamic workplace cultures.

Become an expert in financial technology, banking, analysis, and investment with our Master of Finance. Learn how fintech is transforming the financial world and understand how to embrace technological advances in areas such as AI, big data, blockchain, and cryptocurrencies. Graduate with a strong sense of ethics and an understanding of the social responsibilities needed to succeed in the sector.

Project Management

This specialisation equips you with real-world experience, and the tools, knowledge, and innovation, to manage diverse, complex projects.

Become an expert in financial technology, banking, analysis and investment with our Master of Finance. Learn how fintech is transforming the financial world and understand how to embrace technological advances in areas such as AI, big data, blockchain and cryptocurrencies. Graduate with a strong sense of ethics and an understanding of the social responsibilities needed to succeed in the sector.

Develop your ability to deal with turbulence and change in business environments with the Graduate Certificate of Business Administration. This online course is designed to develop your skills in financial planning, decision making, and strategic marketing in relation to entrepreneurship within an organisation. It may serve as an entry level course for managers qualified in other tertiary disciplines.

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is an integrated four-year program that offers your first step towards becoming a professional psychologist and prepares you for postgraduate studies in specialist areas.

Learn about abnormal and developmental psychology, cognition, psychological assessment, personality, social psychology and statistics, biology, chemistry and physiology.

The Master of Law (Research) offers students the opportunity to undertake supervised research in the related discipline of their choice.

Candidates develop a range of skills, including independent thinking, project management, data analysis and critical thinking, as well as refined communication skills.

The program fosters the development of independent research skills, making it ideal preparation for those looking to undertake further research through a PhD program and/or pursue a career in research.

The Data Analytics specialisation is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to store, manage, organise and analyse data from a variety of computer systems. Develop your conceptual and practical understanding of data science in the context of real-world applications. Students also have the opportunity to work in teams to solve problems to an industry-driven challenge.

The Information Systems specialisation helps students develop the expertise in analysing, protecting, designing and specifying information systems. Students learn how to critically analyse problems and work together in teams to solve design, technology and programming challenges while gaining assistance from facilitators.

The Software Development specialisation specifically targets software developers who can develop and test computer programs as well as manage software quality. Students engage in project workand learn how to critically analyse problems, finding effective solutions. Students will also gain experience in ICT research in non-academic contexts such as legal, government, commercial and software production environments.

The Master of Information Technology course is designed for students who wish to master theoretical and practical skills related to the design, construction, operation, support, and maintenance of IT solutions. Upon graduation students, will be able to undertake professional work in the field of Information and Communication Technology.

Crack the code for a rewarding career at the fore of the digital revolution. With a focus on software development, this course is taught by some of the best computer minds in the business. Learn in industry standard labs and choose to specialise with a major in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber security, Data Science, Games Development, Software Development or Internet of Things.

Artificial Intelligence major
The Artificial Intelligence major helps you develop a substantial understanding of the very real differences that AI and machine learning make in today’s world.

Gain practical, hands-on experience utilising the very latest methods and technologies, and explore the structure of cloud computing and software architectures. Through Work Integrated Learning you’ll get real-world experience of AI in action across a variety of industries.

Crack the code for a rewarding career at the fore of the digital revolution. With a focus on software development, this course is taught by some of the best computer minds in the business. Learn in industry standard labs and choose to specialise with a major in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber security, Data Science, Games Development, Software Development or Internet of Things.

Cyber Security major
The cyber security industry is huge and growing quickly. Stake your career claim with our Cyber Security major.

Learn the fundamentals of encryption systems, access control, the internet, and get into the minds of malicious hackers and cyber-criminals. Learn their tricks and how to defeat them. All with hands-on industry experience through Work Integrated Learning.

Crack the code for a rewarding career at the fore of the digital revolution. With a focus on software development, this course is taught by some of the best computer minds in the business. Learn in industry standard labs and choose to specialise with a major in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber security, Data Science, Games Development, Software Development or Internet of Things.

Data Science major
Swinburne’s Data Science major unlocks the statistical methods and tools you need to manage big data sets, as well as the most up-to-date visualisation techniques needed to represent and understand that data. Industry-linked projects provide invaluable real-world experience through our Work Integrated Learning program.

Crack the code for a rewarding career at the fore of the digital revolution. With a focus on software development, this course is taught by some of the best computer minds in the business. Learn in industry standard labs and choose to specialise with a major in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber security, Data Science, Games Development, Software Development or Internet of Things.

Internet of Things major
More and more, the internet pervades the everyday, through everything from fridges to light fittings. Our Internet of Things major gives you the core skills needed to program a host of devices and develop software solutions. Learn to problem-solve through analysing data from internet-connected devices. And connect with industry experiences through our Work Integrated Learning program.

Crack the code for a rewarding career at the fore of the digital revolution. With a focus on software development, this course is taught by some of the best computer minds in the business. Learn in industry standard labs and choose to specialise with a major in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber security, Data Science, Games Development, Software Development or Internet of Things.

Software Development major
With our Software Development major, learn how to architect big systems, write phone and tablet apps, and produce software that’s better than industry standard. Then scale your applications up to the cloud for hacker-proof, robust and reliable software applications. Our Work Integrated Learning program also affords you real-world experience to build your CV.

Equip yourself with the right technical expertise and skills for your field of choice with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). With placements, internships, international study tours and tons of hands-on experience, Swinburne Engineering is simply second-to-none for Work Integrated Learning. Come graduation, you’ll be ready to take on your chosen career – and the world.

Architectural major
This major combines structural and environmental building engineering with architectural creativity. You'll be creating the buildings of tomorrow in both on-site class and unique industry placements. Learn the practice and theory of architectural design and construction through a host of Work Integrated Learning opportunities.

Equip yourself with the right technical expertise and skills for your field of choice with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). With placements, internships, international study tours and tons of hands-on experience, Swinburne Engineering is simply second-to-none for Work Integrated Learning. Come graduation, you’ll be ready to take on your chosen career – and the world.

Biomedical Major
Learn to improve health care and quality of life through the application of electrical, electronics and systems engineering in medicine and biology. You’ll develop and use the newest technologies and round out your knowledge with real-world learning experiences. Featuring an array of industry-linked project opportunities, a Swinburne biomedical major gets you ready for the real world. Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.

Equip yourself with the right technical expertise and skills for your field of choice with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). With placements, internships, international study tours and tons of hands-on experience, Swinburne Engineering is simply second-to-none for Work Integrated Learning. Come graduation, you’ll be ready to take on your chosen career – and the world.

Civil major
Build the future – literally – with a Swinburne civil major featuring technical excellence and a host of real-world industry learning opportunities. Gain the technical expertise and management skills needed to plan, design, construct and maintain infrastructure, with plenty of hands-on workplace learning. Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) provides you with the technical expertise and management skills needed to plan, design, construct and maintain infrastructure.

You’ll learn comprehensive engineering theory and gain practical design experience that allows you to design infrastructure such as buildings, dams, road and rail networks, plus more.

Equip yourself with the right technical expertise and skills for your field of choice with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). With placements, internships, international study tours and tons of hands-on experience, Swinburne Engineering is simply second-to-none for Work Integrated Learning. Come graduation, you’ll be ready to take on your chosen career – and the world.

Electrical and Electronic Major
Gain technical expertise in power system design, electronics, control systems, signal processing and embedded systems. You’ll apply your skills and knowledge in infrastructure design, construction operation and maintenance to the real world with a host of Work Integrated Learning opportunities. Direct your energy into a Swinburne electrical and electronic and be ready for a bright career upon graduation. Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.

Equip yourself with the right technical expertise and skills for your field of choice with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). With placements, internships, international study tours and tons of hands-on experience, Swinburne Engineering is simply second-to-none for Work Integrated Learning. Come graduation, you’ll be ready to take on your chosen career – and the world.

Mechanical engineering major
Learn the core concepts of mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and energy as you participate in industry-based projects and practical workshops. You’ll gather career momentum from day one through a variety of tailored real industry experience opportunities that take you beyond the classroom. Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.

Equip yourself with the right technical expertise and skills for your field of choice with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). With placements, internships, international study tours and tons of hands-on experience, Swinburne Engineering is simply second-to-none for Work Integrated Learning. Come graduation, you’ll be ready to take on your chosen career – and the world.

Robotics and Mechatronics Major
Discover three traditional engineering disciplines – mechanical, electronics and software – as you bolster your CV with real industry experiences. Expand your technical knowledge in the real world and the classroom with units in computer-aided engineering, control systems, electronics, machine dynamics and design, mechatronics systems design and development, programming, project management and structural mechanics. Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.

Equip yourself with the right technical expertise and skills for your field of choice with the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). With placements, internships, international study tours and tons of hands-on experience, Swinburne Engineering is simply second-to-none for Work Integrated Learning. Come graduation, you’ll be ready to take on your chosen career – and the world.

Software engineering major
Dive into a career in advanced software engineering with an emphasis on teamwork, problem solving and practical software engineering skills. Take a deep dive into quality assurance and project management, then gain hands-on experience with industry-standard techniques and tools through Work Integrated Learning opportunities. Graduates are eligible to apply for graduate membership of Engineers Australia.

Our Master of Marketing gives you a deep understanding of target markets and how to communicate with them. Learn how to influence behaviour and communicate creatively across different digital platforms, devising innovations that are novel and disruptive. Our course offers real-world cases and practical applications, preparing you for business success.>

Want to refine your pre-existing counselling skills for further career success? The Master of Counselling is designed for people currently employed in the human services sector who have an interest in the specialist fields of couple or forensic counselling. Get ready to advance your counselling and research skills, particularly if you’re interested or currently employed in education, mental health, justice and welfare sectors.

The Master of Cyber Security has been designed for students who wish to develop their computer science and cyber security knowledge by focusing on identifying, demonstrating, diagnosing and fixing flaws in software systems. These solutions can apply to web applications, internet-based services and desktop applications. Upon graduating, students will have the confidence and ability to pursue a career as a systems analyst in fields such as cybersecurity, incident response, auditing and malware.

The Graduate Certificate of Cyber Security has been designed for students who want to advance their computer science knowledge in this area. This course builds on their undergraduate qualifications or relevant industry experience with a focus on demonstrating and diagnosing flaws in software systems and web applications. A key feature of this qualification is industry-supported project-based learning.

The Graduate Certificate of Information Technology teaches you the theoretical and practical skills related to the design, construction, operation, support and maintenance of information technology (IT) solutions. You’ll learn a variety of entry-level skills relevant to the design and construction of IT solutions. This course is open to students who wish to transition into an IT career.

Develop advanced, independent research skills and work towards a career as a professional psychologist or academic researcher with the Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours).

If you’ve already completed an accredited Australian Psychology undergraduate degree, then this qualification is for you.

The skills you’ll learn will further prepare you for postgraduate studies in specialist areas including: clinical psychology, organisational psychology, sports psychology, or a career in research.

Design has the power to shape our understanding of the world and our experience within it. Our Bachelor of Design will arm you with broad design skills in typography, brand and identity design, and more. Make your degree custom-fit by choosing a future-focused major. Emerge ready to transform lives and empower society towards a brighter (and even more beautiful) future.

The Master of Human Resource Management will equip you with the core capabilities required to lead people effectively in a rapidly changing business environment.

You’ll become adept at using HR systems and learn how to drive successful future business strategies that embrace the radical, emerging shifts in the way we work.

The Graduate Certificate of Professional Accounting is designed to develop the technical, analytical and creative skills you’ll need for a successful career in accounting and finance. This course provides an entry level into university study with admission based on your previous study and/or relevant full-time work experience. Skills learned can result in better job performance or new job opportunities within the industry.

The Graduate Diploma of Project Management [Online delivery] equips professionals with the expertise to manage projects across a range of industries. Learn how change management, entrepreneurship, risk management, ethics and leadership are important elements of becoming an effective project manager. Graduates can go on to study a Master of Project Management.

Learn how to effectively manage and optimise a workforce with the Graduate Certificate of Human Resource Management. Study employee relations, workplace diversity and inclusion, and develop the core capabilities required to lead people effectively in a rapidly changing business environment with this professionally accredited course.

Build on your undergraduate studies and undertake industry placement with a Master of Professional Engineering. If you’re an engineer who wants to diversity your career, this course will help you expand upon your current specialisation with contemporary coursework. You’ll further develop your professional management and communication skills, as well as research methods and principles.

Immerse yourself in the latest tech, surround yourself with the brightest minds and kick-start your career with the Bachelor of Media and Communication. Our refreshed course prepares you for today’s media sector from day one. Through collaborative media production, you'll master the skills demanded by today's dynamic environment, engage in cross-disciplinary media labs and co-create for endless possibilities. Through industry projects, work placements, and internships, we’ll nurture your professional growth and help you discover your true passions.

The Graduate Diploma of Psychology provides a fast-tracked way of learning the fundamentals of psychology for those who have completed a bachelor degree in another discipline. Develop knowledge in psychology and apply this to research projects and psychology practice activities. Learn to analyse human behaviour, neurological disorders and cognitive processes to deepen your understanding of human nature.

Harness the power of data for a career at the forefront of data-driven decision making and forecasting. Get hands-on with the tools used to manage big data sets and gain insight into how data is used to solve problems and even spot them before they arise. Make yourself an indispensable member of any business with roles in government, marketing, finance, healthcare and more.

The Graduate Certificate of Financial Planning [Online delivery] is designed for students who wish to obtain a sound introduction into concepts and procedures in Financial Planning. Ethical conduct is a key focus of new Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA) regulations; this course features a unit of study that focuses on ethical conduct within the industry.

Improve the health, fitness and performance of people and teams through training, coaching and advice with our Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science.

Learn how to navigate the increasingly digitised exercise and sport industry through access to cutting-edge laboratories and technology, including wearable sensors, virtual reality and 3D analysis equipment.

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) provides you with the opportunity to take your undergraduate studies in Computer Science and Software Engineering to an advanced level.

This qualification requires you to complete a thesis, giving you the skills and knowledge to conceptualise problems, develop your oral and written communication skills and devise research strategies.

The Graduate Diploma of Information Technology provides you with the practical skills related to the design, construction, operation and support of Information Technology solutions. You’ll learn entry-level skills and techniques as well as the research skills needed to assess the effectiveness of a solution or technology. This qualification is also aimed at students from non-IT backgrounds who want to transition into the industry.

Gain the skills and knowledge to become an inspiring early childhood and primary school teacher. Be prepared for teaching in the 21st century using emerging technologies. You'll study contexts of education, cultural-historical perspectives and child development, as well as units focusing on specific subject disciplines. Choose from specialisations in English, Mathematics and Science.

In the first degree of its kind in Victoria, you will unpack the causes of crime as well as the fallout. Examine the international dimensions of criminal justice, as well as the technological advances impacting the sector, including predicting the commission of crime, detecting and stopping criminal behaviour, and implementing effective and efficient criminal sanctions.

Our Master of Urban Design equips you with concepts and skills that will future-proof your career as an urban designer, project manager or urban planner. Graduates from our Master of Architecture and Urban Design can also pursue careers in architecture.

Urban Design is about shaping urban environments across a range of scales — from individual buildings and streets to neighbourhoods, suburbs and entire cities and their wider regions. Through a future-focused, design-led approach, you’ll gain in-depth knowledge of how transport, community, environment, economy and policy fit together to make the healthy, inclusive, culturally-significant and sustainable places we can all call ‘home’.

Use cutting-edge tech to master visual communication and data/urban analytics skills while develop your spatial thinking skills by combining architectural, creative and evidence-based approaches to urban challenges. You’ll get to engage with industry experts and tackle real-world issues like designing for the future health, sustainable mobility and resilience of cities.

The Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) is designed to equip you with the theory, skills, and research training that’s necessary for employment within the sector. You’ll gain skills in project management, writing and oral presentations, and the ability to work as part of a team.

The Master of Design is tailored to students who have a deep interest in meaningful and useable design that compels, informs and delights. The course focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration and uses a dynamic, project-based, studio learning environment to expand professional capability. Students will enhance their expertise within a chosen design field and acquire the knowledge to become leaders.

Students enhance their expertise within a chosen design field, including visual communication design, industrial design, interior architecture and digital media design. They also broaden their skills and knowledge in design practice, 3D printing, interaction design, design management, computer-aided design and visualisation tools.

Help clients reach their financial goals by studying the FPA accredited Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning. Designed for both new and already practising financial planners, this course provides knowledge and understanding of crucial industry regulations. You’ll also learn about ethical principles and standards of professional practice in financial services.

The Graduate Diploma of Counselling provides students with a range of counselling skills that can be applied across work settings, client types and cultural groups. This course examines teaching and learning methods designed to foster personal and professional development and is designed to improve counselling skills of people currently employed or interested in employment within the human services sectors.

The Master of Physiotherapy is designed for students who wish to excel in their practice.

Our course focuses on technology, digital health, leadership, enterprise and self-awareness.

Students have access to mentors industry-wide who can help them develop and reflect on their work.

Graduates will have the resilience, practical, and research skills for high-level leadership and management positions within the healthcare system.

The Graduate Certificate of Counselling provides you with training in the theory and practice of counselling. The course is designed for students who are seeking to develop counselling skills for their current employment in fields such as nursing, social work, pastoral care and teaching. The qualification best suits those students whose primary occupation is not counselling but for whom basic counselling skills are required.

The Master of Occupational Therapy prepares you with the skills to further your professional healthcare knowledge and help transform the lives of those with neurological, musculoskeletal or mental health issues. This course is designed for self-directed practitioners capable of working in community, acute and rehabilitation settings. Upon graduation, you’ll be eligible to practice as a qualified occupational therapist.>

Study a Master of Dietetics and help empower people to make informed choices about their health and wellbeing. You’ll develop competencies in clinical practice, community, and public health nutrition, along with food service management. We’ll teach you how entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership are key skills in the growing fields of private practice and consultancy.

The Master of Business Information Systems bridges the gap between coders and business decision-makers. Become proficient at both skillsets and emerge ready to occupy an untapped space. You’ll develop technical skills, analytical communication, data visualisation, and strategic skills that you can apply to a number of practical opportunities.

The Bachelor of Aviation will equip you for a professional career as a commercial pilot. Study theory required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, plus learn about aviation human factors, management and technology.

In our Master of Engineering Practice, students build on their undergraduate study to prepare for a career as a Civil, Electronics, Mechanical or Microelectronic Engineer.

This course allows students to develop specialised technical knowledge in the same or related Engineering discipline.

It should appeal to recent graduates from a Bachelor of Engineering looking for postgraduate education to differentiate themselves from other engineering graduates entering the workforce. Similarly, it should appeal to early-career engineers looking to redirect their career or to move beyond junior positions.

There is scope to work on industry-based research projects, which combined with the technical focus, will benefit students looking for careers in R&D, consulting, design, and testing across a variety of engineering disciplines.

Study the Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting to develop the technical, analytical, and creative skills needed for a successful career. Gain skills that help individuals and organisations understand how to use money and resources to the best of their advantage. This qualification builds on the Graduate Certificate, with a deeper dive into company reporting, managerial and financial accounting, and financial management.

The Graduate Certificate of Engineering equips you with professional skills and knowledge required for the development of complex engineering systems in a particular specialisation. Upon graduating, you’ll be able to pursue work in a range of areas, depending on your specialisation.

Prepare yourself for a career in government education policy, or in corporate or non-profit training. You'll learn to plan and implement effective teaching and learning in diverse contexts and develop the skills to help the future education workforce by tailoring your electives to a variety of education environments. This degree does not qualify you to become a teacher.

Equip yourself with the skills to succeed in commercial and intellectual property law. Our Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Science give you necessary information about trademarks, patents and copyright laws to help you progress in the industry. You’ll emerge ready to work in legal fields specialising in intellectual property, media, and science.

The Associate Degree of Engineering is a broad-based point of entry into employment as an associate engineer and offers students the chance to move into study at undergraduate level.

Students complete a combination of undergraduate and vocational units. Undergraduate units are the same as those taught in Bachelor of Engineering degrees, but this course offers smaller class sizes and more contact hours to provide students with more individual support.

The Certificate IV in Cyber Security provides training in networking, systems and client support with emphasis on security for networks, systems and individuals within the organisation.

Students gain knowledge and a comprehensive set of technical skills needed to monitor the risk of cyber security attacks, implement appropriate software, use a range of tools and procedures to mitigate cyber security threats, protect an organisation from insider security breaches, and develop systems to minimise network vulnerabilities and risks.

The Master of Counselling provides students with a range of counselling skills that can be applied across work settings, client types and cultural groups. Students specialise in human services counselling, couple counselling or forensic counselling. The course is designed to meet the needs of those employed in the human services sector.

The Graduate Diploma of Applied Statistics is designed for students who have a professional interest in the use of statistics. You’ll learn skills to evaluate data across humanities, social + health sciences, and information systems. There is an emphasis on practical and theoretical skills that cover the key areas of statistics.

The Graduate Certificate of Design is tailored to students who want to unleash their creative potential. If you have an interest in pursuing meaning and usable design concepts, this course will expand on your current qualifications.

You’ll explore the connection between research and practice and develop design solutions through complex problem solving. You’ll learn about interdisciplinary collaboration while practising in a studio-based environment to prepare you for further professional work.

The Graduate Certificate of Science (Astronomy) is an online course suited to students who have a broad-ranging knowledge of contemporary astronomy. The course provides individuals with the necessary academic knowledge and science communication skills across astronomy and its related fields. Upon graduating, students may seek advanced employment opportunities in teaching, working in observatories, science centres, and museums.

The Graduate Certificate of Urban Design builds on your existing skills and knowledge to prepare you for designing healthy, modern cities.

You’ll hone your understanding of the contemporary approaches needed to tackle population growth, climate change, housing affordability, urban mobility and public health in our cities.

You’ll graduate with the confidence and specialised knowledge in urban design required to build a career in urban design and planning practices, or in local city councils.

The Graduate Certificate of Applied Statistics is designed for graduates with a professional interest in a range of disciplines. The course is designed to give students skills so that they can analyse data across areas such as: humanities, social & health sciences, information systems and business. Course content is also applicable to other graduates who have a need to use statistics in their work but have not had sufficient experience with applied statistics.

Study the Graduate Certificate of Aviation to gain specialised knowledge and practice critical to undertaking a management or leadership role within the aviation sector. The course is primarily designed for personnel currently involved in the industry who wish to upgrade their skills at a tertiary level and focus on aviation safety behaviours. Learn how human factors can result in aviation accidents and the correlation between these factors and advanced technology. Students will also learn the importance of safety reporting.

If you believe building is in your future, start by building on your current qualifications and/or experience in the construction industry or switch to the industry now with Swinburne’s Graduate Certificate in Construction Management. It’s your gateway to making it happen.

Like any sort of profession, construction management is in itself a skill. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the role to enable you, as a graduate, to apply your skills and knowledge to a wide range of technical and management roles in the project-based construction industry.

Develop specialised knowledge of construction management such as managing people, equipment, materials, built environment and infrastructure assets. And learn how best to oversee technological processes and managerial aspects related to the design, construction and maintenance of buildings and civil infrastructure.

It’s an ideal pathway for students with related qualifications to progress to a higher level of education in the field. Graduates, meanwhile, will be well-positioned to seek work in the burgeoning construction industry.

The Graduate Certificate in Applied Business is designed for managers aspiring to move into more senior positions. This program teaches you the skills to boost your performance and upgrade your skillset, preparing you to be mentored for C-Suite roles. Our focus is on providing you with practical learning that can be integrated into your existing role.

Be paid to study your passion with a professional degree that includes a 12-month paid work placement. Hone your expertise in software development and computer science, with foundational skills in hardware and operating systems. Learn in state-of-the-art labs and with the most up-to-date technology to ensure you stay ahead of the digital revolution.

Get hands-on experience in 2D, 3D and stop-motion animation for film and television, visual effects and games. Access state-of-the-art workstations, a purpose-built animation studio, interactive pen displays, high-end cameras and render farms for processing 3D computer animation to bring stories and characters to life.

Launch your aviation career in Australia or beyond – without being a pilot. Develop all the organisational, regulatory, safety, technical and business management skills you need – from how planes operate, to socially responsible practices, to how logistical partnerships work.

Course in Initial EAL provides a basic education for students for whom English is an additional language.

In this course, students begin developing English language, literacy and numeracy skills in preparation for further education, training and participation in the general community. Students will develop learning routines and basic handwriting skills, including the alphabet and numbers. They also participate in familiar spoken exchanges.

This course provides underpinning English language, literacy and numeracy skills that can be applied to entry into the next level of spoken and written English as an additional language.

The Course in EAL provides a general education for students for whom English is an additional language. The course develops English language, literacy and numeracy skills. It is designed to prepare students to undertake further education and training, seek and maintain employment, and participate in the general community.

This is a foundation course for learners who have little or no formal schooling, English literacy skills or numeracy skills. It is also suitable for learners who do not have literacy skills in their first language.

The Advanced Diploma of Building Design (Architectural) introduces students to the concept of good building design and its pivotal role in creating a new residential, industrial or commercial building.

In this course, you’ll go beyond simply drawing a set of plans – create your own building project using the latest in 3D virtual and construction technology. You will gain specialist skills in design, learn how to produce a set of quality plans that can be used to construct a building, become familiar with 2D and 3D software and develop business management skills.

This course is recognised by the Victorian Building Authority as the educational requirement to become a drafting practitioner.

Cities are growing faster than ever, with over fifty per cent of the world’s population now living in one.

Gain the skills and knowledge required to respond to this challenge of mass urbanisation with our Master of Architecture and Urban Design.

You’ll learn how to design for healthy city futures by embracing creative and speculative design thinking, alongside engaging with people, data and advanced technologies. Studying units including research, modelling, theory, and professional practice, you’ll be equipped with the much-needed skills to work at a range of scales as a design professional.

Graduates may pursue careers working in urban design, architecture and landscape architecture.

The Master of Construction and Infrastructure Management aims to prepare graduates for future roles in managing people, equipment, materials, technological processes and funds in the construction, management and maintenance of buildings and assets in the civil infrastructure. This aim is facilitated by the study of advanced management and engineering techniques in the fields of construction, building and maintenance.

Students gain significant knowledge and skills in procurement and project delivery, resource planning and management, project costing, health and safety, and risk management. They also learn about the environmental, financial, legal and contractual considerations associated with project-based industries.

The Master of Engineering (Research) offers students the opportunity to undertake supervised research in the related discipline of their choice. Their chosen discipline may include, for example, aerospace engineering, biomedical engineering, civil engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, maritime engineering, materials engineering or mechanical and industrial engineering.

Candidates develop a range of skills, including independent thinking, project management, data analysis and critical thinking, as well as refined communication skills. Candidates also learn how to develop hypotheses and design experiments to test them, and to analyse, write about and publish scientific data.

The Master of Forensic Behavioural Science comprises coursework and research training that will enable graduates to work effectively in the widest range of forensic environments and with the widest range of forensic populations and to deal with complex and challenging issues in an autonomous manner. Professionals who work in forensic mental health/behavioural science contexts, or with forensic populations (such as offenders) require specialised skills.

Swinburne’s Diploma of Screen and Media – Film and Television continues the storytelling tradition that has been a part of mankind’s journey since the very beginning.

This is a hands-on course designed to give you the practical, theoretical, and creative skills to produce a wide range of content for the film and television industries. Develop your skills and knowledge in key areas such as concept development, storytelling and all aspects of production, collaboratively and with professionalism. As a graduate, you’ll be a better independent thinker and have the technical and conceptual skills to bring creative ideas to life on screen.

Like to turn your interest in content creation and passion for sport into a career? Make it happen with Swinburne’s Diploma of Screen and Media – Sports Media.

Full of practical and theoretical skills, this course puts you at the frontline of sports media broadcasting, as you discuss the issues and skills involved with a range of broadcast media professionals, including well known sports commentators, radio and TV presenters, camera operators, sound engineers, journalists and producers.

The Diploma of Teacher Education Preparation is designed to help you gain the academic skills needed to progress to a bachelor degree in education. In this course, you’ll learn skills and knowledge to help prepare you for work in an educational setting. This includes foundational skills in teaching and in supporting student learning in a range of educational contexts.

By undertaking a practical placement, you’ll have opportunities to put your learning into practice.

The course aims to help you develop academic skills, as well as extend your language, literacy and numeracy skills, in preparation for LANTITE testing – an integral part of a bachelor degree in education.

As a Doctor of Philosophy candidate you will undertake supervised research with the aim of making a significant and original contribution to a discipline or profession.

Research areas include: intellectual property, copyright, trade marks law, innovation and technology in legal services, artificial intelligence and law, sentencing, criminal law, commercial and corporations law, Asian law, transnational lawyering.

Get in on the ground floor to a fun and fulfilling career in the ever-expanding gaming industry, with Swinburne’s Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development).

Whether it’s gaming, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), or anything in between, this course offers you the opportunity to begin with just basic computer skills and emerge with future-proof knowledge and skills that employees are looking for.

Be it console or online apps, upon graduation you’ll have what it takes to turn your ideas into playable reality, and launch your own game, or begin your career as an animation, media developer or design assistant, or beginning 2D/3D artist or coder.

The Graduate Certificate in Forensic Behavioural Science is designed to provide the necessary basic knowledge and training to enable a range of professionals to work within forensic settings.

Professionals who work in forensic mental health/behavioural science contexts, or with forensic populations (such as offenders) require specialised skills. The course will provide a comprehensive introduction to key principles and work practices in forensic fields, including an overview of relevant legal systems and procedures, and the fundamentals of violence risk assessment and management.

The Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching (Higher Education) is designed for participants working in an academic or academic support role in higher education. The online course enhances the student learning experience by transforming teaching approaches, practice and innovation through the use of technology and design. It addresses innovative and flexible ways of learning and teaching in contemporary tertiary learning environments, and contributes to a professional culture of scholarship through the use and promotion of research. The course provides students with the ability to evidence their capabilities and assists them to demonstrate capacity to meet criteria when applying for vacancies or promotion.

Contribute to healthy city futures with our Graduate Certificate of Urban Informatics.

You’ll gain the skills and knowledge required to respond to the growing challenges of mass urbanisation, including accommodating dense populations, responding to climate change, public health, housing affordability, and growing spatial complexity.

You’ll learn why multi-dimensional approaches to urban planning are needed, and how to embrace creative and speculative design thinking, and engage with people, data and advanced technologies.

Graduates will be prepared to make meaningful contributions in careers as specialist urban informatics consultants.

Animation is one of the most innovative and exciting fields of the screen industry – each year seems to top the last. Be part of this creative wave, while enhancing your job readiness, with Swinburne’s Diploma of Screen and Media - Animation.

Swinburne has a long and lauded association with animation as an art form, but never have the opportunities been so expansive. This course teaches the fundamental skills to set you on the path toward excellent career options.

Pursue work in the screen and media industries as an animator, 3D modeller, concept artist, compositing artist, or web animator – in fact in any role that demands your particular set of skills in the screen and media landscape.

Ready to make your interior design career even more beautiful? Then our Advanced Diploma of Interior Design is your next step.

Build on your existing design knowledge to bring complex commercial projects to life using 3D visualisation techniques. Gain an accelerated understanding of construction and its documentation, and the skills to thrive when faced with spatial design problems of all shapes and sizes. Dive into real-world, complex planning of residential, commercial and institutional design projects. Enhance your knowledge of materials, furnishing and finishing. Apply sustainability principles and global design strategies. And get the business, management and communication skills to give you a competitive edge.

Plus, you’ll get to work on designs for a range of specialist areas. You could be designing facilities for people with disabilities, aged or adaptive environments – like repurposing abandoned spaces in Melbourne’s CBD for the homeless.

Having gained some fundamental skills through early study or industry experience, your next logical step toward a fulfilling career in film and television production is the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media – Film and Television.

With an emphasis on conceptual, creative and technical production techniques and processes, the course offers a rounded array of study areas, including producing, production planning, advanced cinematography, editing, post-production and visual effects, colour grading, scriptwriting, development and interpretation, and directing.

You’ll also benefit from invaluable real-world experience in a broad range of production industry operations, offering hands-on training using the latest screen technologies.

Digitalisation and Industry 4.0 demands fresh new skills and knowledge which can be transferred to the workforce of the future.