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.

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 Marketing and Communication sets you up for a diverse career managing strategic messages through new and traditional media.

Learn to design and develop marketing communication plans in a hands-on environment and gain a strong understanding of advances in digital and social media. Discover how to identify and evaluate marketing opportunities and leverage digital and traditional media for audiences across all platforms.

You’ll put your newfound skills into practice and gain real experience working to a brief, budget and brand through industry-linked engagement opportunities and real-world projects for internal and external clients.

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.

From the outset, Swinburne’s Bachelor of Business challenges you to be innovative, to make a positive social impact and, to be clear on how you can contribute as an individual and as part of a team in government, for-profit and for-purpose businesses.

Select a major area of specialisation and combine it with your core business studies to become an entrepreneurial thinker and business innovator.

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.

Develop advanced skills in training and assessment in this dual diploma designed for experienced vocational trainers.

You'll cover four clusters - Delivery/Professional Development, Design of Programs, Quality Assessments and Evaluation/e-Learning.

You'll gain experience in creating and delivering engaging course materials, evaluating training programs and you'll graduate equipped with the skills and knowledge to work either within a training organisation or as an independent trainer.

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 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.

Our Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology equips students to work in digital media, software applications, network administration and web technologies.

This course enables you to develop skills in front end design, website development, user experience/user interface design, digital content creation, project management, problem-solving, wire-framing and prototyping of web products.

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.

The Certificate II in General Education for Adults focuses on improving students' 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.

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.

The course is suitable for adult learners with disrupted, limited or no formal education and who need to improve their language, literacy, numeracy or computer skills. There is also a strong emphasis on improving self-confidence, and developing a learning plan so that participants explore further training options or vocational pathways.

Typical learners include native speakers who have not recently accessed formal learning, or long term migrants and adults who want to improve their skills in order to return to work or formal study or become more actively involved in community life.

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 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.

Creativity and technology intersect in Swinburne’s Certificate IV in Information Technology (Web Development). It’s the ideal introduction to your future ambitions of a career in front end website development.

Through studying the core features of what makes a website sing across desktop and mobile platforms, you’ll be able to apply your newfound skills and know-how adeptly and confidently. Build your design and development knowledge in programming, user experience (UX), user interface (UI), prototyping, wireframes mock-ups, and search engine optimisation (SEO). And explore mobile first HTML5, CSS3, CSS frameworks, JavaScript, and JS frameworks.

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.

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.

It’s one thing to work on your art in a home studio – quite another to make a viable career out of your visual art qualifications. That’s where Swinburne’s Advanced Diploma of Visual Arts (Art Management) can assist.

When you’re serious about a vocation in the arts, valid credentials can take you a long way. With a strong emphasis on forging vocational opportunities in arts administration, arts organisations and related industries, this course prepares you for the exciting, creative world you’re about to enter.

Your existing technical, creative and conceptual skills will flourish further under the expert eye of our educators in a studio environment that mirrors professional spaces. Drawing, ceramics, digital art, glasswork, jewellery, textiles – these are just a few of the mediums available to specialise in and enhance your portfolio.

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.

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.

The Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance provides students with the knowledge and skills to support allied health professionals such as physiotherapists and occupational therapists. Students learn how to develop and manage therapeutic programs that deliver holistic care to clients with rehabilitation needs.

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.

If making things look beautiful is your thing, this is the course for you. Use your flair for creativity, design, creative problem-solving and styling in Swinburne’s Diploma of Visual Merchandising.

Gain core skills in design elements and principles, digital content and styling, window styling, creative collaborations, hands-on prop building, concept design, and designing and applying signage.

And as the industry becomes increasingly digital, Swinburne students are well-prepared for roles in online spaces; acquiring the skills for content creation, brand development, and styling for web and social media.

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.

An ecosystem is a delicate thing. The proper care and management – and ultimate sustainability ­– of ecosystems is the core purpose behind the Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

As somebody who cares about conservation and horticulture, you’ll welcome the opportunity to contribute to the cycle of care through theoretical and practical learning in this certificate. The conservation and ecosystem management industry needs people like you with the qualifications necessary to make a difference.

This course arms you with a wide range of skills and knowledge, with the ability to specialise in an area of your choosing. Field-based instruction gives you hands-on experience and a great feel for working outdoors.

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.

Love plants and all things horticultural? Sow the seeds for a green and satisfying career by enrolling in Swinburne’s Certificate III in Nursery Operations.

Skilled and knowledgeable workers are in demand for both nursery production and retail nursery areas. In this certificate, experienced instructors will teach you plant recognition, propagation techniques, biosecurity and management of weeds, pest, diseases and disorders – all with a practical, hands-on approach.

The nursery industry expects proficiency in new employees and this course provides exactly that, and more. You’ll be ready to work in retail and production nurseries, parks and gardens, land management and private soft landscaping.

Additionally, upon graduation, you could choose to progress to the Diploma of Horticulture or the Diploma of Landscape Design to further enhance your career opportunities.

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.

Students who complete the training will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to sit the Plumbing Industry Commissions Licence level exams.

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.

The Agricultural Chemical Skillset Training Course will give you the grounding you need to apply for the Victorian Agricultural Chemical Users Permit (ACUP).

In this course, you’ll combine industry standard hands-on training with theory in chemical use, storage and handling.

You’ll learn to transport, store, prepare and apply chemicals to control pests, weeds and disease.

Successfully completing this course will enhance your employment opportunities in horticulture and environmental industries and give you credit towards qualifications in horticulture and agriculture at certificate level.

This course is suitable for current and future staff of the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) who will be working with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and its programs.

Gain a broad overview of the NDIS initiative, an understanding of the NDIS Act and NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Framework, and learn how to work effectively with people who access the scheme.

You’ll expand on your existing skills to support NDIS participants in achieving their set goals, maintaining personal safety, completing documentation, and working effectively with others. Plus enhance your listening, communication and support skills.

Learn the principles of adult education and the skills involved in training adults in a classroom setting. You’ll be supported as you work through online material. Gain relevant skills in lesson planning and presentation techniques before giving a series of presentations to fellow students.

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).

Feel that your purpose is helping children find their (little) feet in the world? Our Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Teaching) will qualify you to teach children from 0-5 years of age. Learn how to keep tiny attention spans interested and prepare for a rewarding career in kindergartens, preschools, early learning centres and more. Discover how to respond to students and families of diverse cultures and backgrounds, including Indigenous cultures. Your course includes four units of placements, where you’ll have the chance to practise everything you’ve learned.

This course is accredited by the leading industry body, the Australian Children’s Education & Care Quality Authority (ACECQA). Upon graduation, you will be qualified to teach in the pre-primary school early childhood education sector, with the flexibility to work in a range of settings including children’s centres, kindergartens, preschools and early learning centres.

This course is delivered through Swinburne Online.

With our Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Teaching) you can 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 adaptive and innovative teaching methods. Engage in unique units of study that negotiate societal and educational perspectives of nature play, social justice, theory, sustainability and Indigenous knowledges.

You’ll complete four professional placements, which adds up to around 80 days of real classroom experience guided by an experienced mentor. Enjoy a rewarding career with this globally recognised degree which is accredited by the leading industry body, the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority. The Victorian Government is offering scholarships and incentives for individuals looking to start a career as an early childhood teacher.

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.

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.

Swinburne’s Bachelor of Laws has technology at the forefront. It will provide you with the skills you’ll need to navigate the new normal of legal practice. This law degree focuses on commercial law with an emphasis on intellectual property (IP) law and the laws that govern those who innovate and create.

As the first degree in Victoria with an IP specialisation, you’ll learn about trade marks, patents, designs and copyright, the prohibition of misleading or deceptive conduct and competition law.

You’ll also develop a valuable understanding of legal technology (legal tech, or lawtech) and practical skills in the technologies transforming legal practice today such as smart legal contracts, document automation, predicative AI and advanced chatbots.

The Bachelor of Education (Primary) develops and equips students to become teachers who utilise the latest technology and teaching techniques to engage children across a range of subject disciplines.

Through collaborative group activities and school-based practical placements you'll develop the skills to design engaging and effective learning experiences. You'll be taught to identify and address diversity; tailoring the learning experience to the needs of your students.

All our bachelor degrees include a guaranteed Work Integrated Learning opportunity, which could be a placement, internship or industry-linked project. This degree includes a mandatory work placement as a professional accreditation requirement. You’ll complete four professional placements, which adds up to around 80 days of real classroom experience guided by an experienced mentor.

You'll graduate with the skills, knowledge and dispositions to be a pedagogical leader, an effective advocate for social justice and equity, capable of teaching children from 5 to 12 years in a variety of settings, and a professional whose practice is informed by critical reflection and ongoing learning.

This course develops an understanding of education, equipping students to become teachers who utilise the latest technology and teaching techniques to engage children across a range of subject disciplines. Through collaborative group activities and school based practical placements students develop the skills to design engaging and effective learning experiences. Students are taught to identify and address diversity; tailoring the learning experience to the needs of their learners.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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).

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 interdisciplinary skills and real industry experience in the Bachelor of Science, where placements, internships and industry-linked projects put you at the science frontline. Choose from a broad range of majors taught by leading minds in research and industry, then practically apply your knowledge in world-class, industry-standard facilities.

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.

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).

From Bauhaus to brutalism, suburbia to skyscrapers; architecture is more than just buildings. Concerned with both form and space, process and performance, mass and light, perception and comfort, Architecture shapes the ways we live and connect.

Throughout a Bachelor of Design (Architecture) at Swinburne, you'll study a range of concepts and skillsets under the guidance of world-renowned academics in a variety of settings, from classrooms to workshops and design studios.

Across three years – and through units in design, construction, cultural contexts and more – you will master the software used in cutting-edge firms, retrace the history of the craft, get hands-on experience with industry partnerships and placements, and work with innovative and sustainable building materials that are changing the world.

With access to Swinburne’s ProtoLAB, a state-of-the-art digital fabrication and design workshop equipped with 3D printers, collaborative robots and laser cutters, you’ll have all the tools at hand to become a designer of the future.

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 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens provides skills in plant recognition and plant nutrition, as well as in areas such as park facility maintenance and machinery.

The Diploma of Landscape Design is for those who seek a career as a landscape designer or those who are involved in a horticulture or landscape business and wish to upgrade their professional skills and knowledge. The course combines visual and creative skills with practical and technical aspects of landscape, permaculture, business and planting design.

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.

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.

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.

The Certificate III in Landscape Construction provides skills and knowledge in areas including building concrete/brick/block/stone structures and features, installing drainage systems, implementing paving and retaining wall projects, offering information on plants and their culture, and constructing soil profiles.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

The Certificate III in Laboratory Skills offers entry level technical training in laboratory operations across a range of industries.

Students will develop the skills and knowledge to safely handle chemicals, use basic laboratory equipment, follow procedures, and perform various other laboratory duties.

The course is often taken to develop the skills of existing workers in laboratory assistant or instrument operator roles.

Our Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques will provide you with the scientific and technical knowledge and skills needed to successfully perform key duties within a laboratory or laboratory-related workplace.

You’ll learn how to use basic equipment, safely handle chemicals and follow procedures.

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.

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. You’ll learn Conceptual understanding, Critical and creative reasoning, Communication, Collaboration, Problem-solving and, Self-management

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 interdisciplinary skills and real industry experience in the Bachelor of Science, where placements, internships and industry-linked projects put you at the science frontline. Choose from a broad range of majors taught by leading minds in research and industry, then practically apply your knowledge in world-class, industry-standard facilities.

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.

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.

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.

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 interdisciplinary skills and real industry experience in the Bachelor of Science, where placements, internships and industry-linked projects put you at the science frontline. Choose from a broad range of majors taught by leading minds in research and industry, then practically apply your knowledge in world-class, industry-standard facilities.

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.

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.

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 primary focus of the Honours course in Science at Swinburne is on research skills with a mix of advanced theory, professional training, research training, and a research project leading to a thesis. An Honours degree in Science provides a competitive advantage for employment in research positions and is a requirement for studying at PhD level.

Biochemistry units.

• Honours Lectures Part A: This unit exposes students to high-level lectures in the areas of current relevant research within the area of study and provides students with skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Honours Lectures Part B: This unit of study exposes students to high-level lectures in the areas of current relevant research within the area of study and provides students with skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Honours Project A: This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review. At the completion of the unit, the student will have demonstrated the ability to define a scientific question and have made progress towards the investigation of that question.
• Honours Project C: This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review.
• Research and Professional Skills: This unit is designed to provide Honours students with an overview of key research skills necessary to develop confidence and competencies for fundamental and applied research. The approach will allow students to develop these aptitudes in a collaborative and supportive environment and will involve interactive and peer-supported activities.

The primary focus of the Honours course in Science at Swinburne is on research skills with a mix of advanced theory, professional training, research training, and a research project leading to a thesis. An Honours degree in Science provides a competitive advantage for employment in research positions and is a requirement for studying at PhD level.

Biotechnology units.

• Honours Lectures Part A: This unit exposes students to high-level lectures in the areas of current relevant research within the area of study and provides students with skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Honours Lectures Part B: This unit of study exposes students to high-level lectures in the areas of current relevant research within the area of study and provides students with skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Honours Project A: This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review. At the completion of the unit, the student will have demonstrated the ability to define a scientific question and have made progress towards the investigation of that question.
• Honours Project C: This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review.
• Research and Professional Skills: This unit is designed to provide Honours students with an overview of key research skills necessary to develop confidence and competencies for fundamental and applied research. The approach will allow students to develop these aptitudes in a collaborative and supportive environment and will involve interactive and peer-supported activities.

The primary focus of the Honours course in Science at Swinburne is on research skills with a mix of advanced theory, professional training, research training, and a research project leading to a thesis. An Honours degree in Science provides a competitive advantage for employment in research positions and is a requirement for studying at PhD level.

Chemistry units

• Chemistry Honours Lectures Part A
  This unit of study exposes students to high-level lectures in the areas of current relevant research within the area of study and provides students with skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Chemistry Honours Lectures Part B
  In this unit, students will be exposed to high-level lectures in the areas of current relevant research within the area of study. This unit provides students with skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Honours Project A
  This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review. At the completion of the unit, the student will have demonstrated the ability to define a scientific question, and have made progress towards the investigation of that question.
• Honours Project C
  This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review. At the completion of the unit, the student will have demonstrated the ability to define a scientific question, and have made progress towards the investigation of that question.
• Research and Professional Skills
  This unit is designed to provide Honours students with an overview of key research skills necessary to develop confidence and competencies for fundamental and applied research. The approach will allow students to develop these aptitudes in a collaborative and supportive environment, and will involve interactive and peer-supported activities.

The primary focus of the Honours course in Science at Swinburne is on research skills with a mix of advanced theory, professional training, research training, and a research project leading to a thesis. An Honours degree in Science provides a competitive advantage for employment in research positions and is a requirement for studying at PhD level.

Environmental Science units

• Chemistry Honours Lectures Part A
  This unit of study exposes students to high-level lectures in the areas of current relevant research within the area of study and provides students with skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Chemistry Honours Lectures Part B
  In this unit, students will be exposed to high-level lectures in the areas of current relevant research within the area of study. This unit provides students with skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Honours Project A
  This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review. At the completion of the unit, the student will have demonstrated the ability to define a scientific question, and have made progress towards the investigation of that question.
• Honours Project C
  This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review. At the completion of the unit, the student will have demonstrated the ability to define a scientific question, and have made progress towards the investigation of that question.
• Research and Professional Skills
  This unit is designed to provide Honours students with an overview of key research skills necessary to develop confidence and competencies for fundamental and applied research. The approach will allow students to develop these aptitudes in a collaborative and supportive environment, and will involve interactive and peer-supported activities.

The primary focus of the Honours course in Science at Swinburne is on research skills with a mix of advanced theory, professional training, research training, and a research project leading to a thesis. An Honours degree in Science provides a competitive advantage for employment in research positions and is a requirement for studying at PhD level.

Physics units

• Honours Project B
  This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review.
• Honours Project C
  This unit aims to develop the ability to undertake original scientific research as part of a research group. The student will identify all important steps that must be completed to reach their overall research goal, undertake background reading and a literature review.
• Physics Honours Lectures
  This unit aims to provide advance knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in physics and the skills required for undertaking a postgraduate research program.
• Physics Honours Advanced Lectures
  Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to :
  1. Review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise advanced knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence.
  2. Display cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate both a broad understanding of physics theoretical concepts along with advanced understanding in specialized physics areas.
  3. Demonstrate initiative, critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding.
  4. Display communication skills to present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Bachelor of Psychological Sciences (Honours) is available to students who have completed an Australian Psychology Accreditation accredited undergraduate degree. It will prepare you for postgraduate studies in specialist areas of professional psychology such as clinical psychology, organisational psychology and 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.

With a Bachelor of Data Science learn how to interpret and harness the power of data for a career at the forefront of data-driven decision making and forecasting.

Unlock 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. Gain meaningful insights into how data is used, not only to solve problems across a range of industries, but also how to spot problems before they arise.

With hands-on learning and using contemporary tools, you’ll build in-demand skills for a rewarding career in our data-driven world.

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) is intended to provide students who have demonstrated academic ability with the opportunity to pursue their undergraduate studies to an advanced level, to deepen their intellectual understanding in the fields of Computer Science and/or Software Engineering, and to develop their research skills.

The honours course is a recognised point of entry into postgraduate research studies. Students will concentrate on a chosen problem from the fields of Computer Science and/or Software Engineering, gaining a better understanding and practising appropriate research techniques. Students will also be required to complete a substantial original piece of research for their thesis to ensure that they develop the ability to conceptualise problems, devise research strategies and carry out individual research work under the supervision of a member of staff with expertise in the area.

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 Mathematics and English.

In the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary), you’ll learn the skills and knowledge required to teach early childhood and primary schooling.

You’ll be equipped to negotiate the changing context of teaching and learning in the 21st century, with innovative and creative teaching methods that make expert use of emerging technologies. You’ll gain a broad body of knowledge, studying the contexts of education, cultural-historical perspectives and child development, as well as units focusing on specific subject disciplines. The course offers specialisations in Mathematics and English. You’ll complete 91 days of placement throughout the course to put into practice the leadership and management skills you’ll learn in your studies.

Upon graduating, you’ll be eligible for employment in a range of Early Childhood and Primary settings, including children’s centres, kindergartens, preschools and early learning centres, as well as government, Catholic and independent primary schools in Australia.