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Established in 1908, the Swinburne University of Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the metropolis of Hawthorn (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Victoria. This institution also has a branch campus in Melbourne and Kuching. Officially recognized by the Department of Education and Training of Australia, Swinburne University of Technology (SUT) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational Australian higher education institution. Swinburne University of Technology (SUT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 115-year-old Australian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this Australian higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SUT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Swinburne University of Technology's Control Typepublic

Entity

Swinburne University of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Swinburne University of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Swinburne University of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym SUT
Founded 1908
Motto Factum per Litteras
Achievement through learning
Colours Red, black and white
Mascot Swine

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University Location

Address John Street
Hawthorn
3122 Victoria
Australia
Swinburne University of Technology's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Swinburne University of Technology Phone Number +61 (0)3 8676 7002
Swinburne University of Technology Fax Number +61 (0)3 9214 5454
Other locations Melbourne and Kuching

Study Areas / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of study areas they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.

Study Areas and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Swinburne University of Technology's Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main study areas and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Swinburne University of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.



Swinburne University of Technology: Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate

PreBach
degrees
Bachelor
degrees
Master
degrees
Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Swinburne University of Technology's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs and courses

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Swinburne University of Technology's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Swinburne University of Technology.

Swinburne University of Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 over 20,000 US$
(18,225 Euro)		 over 20,000 US$
(18,225 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Swinburne University of Technology's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our Introduction to University Admissions article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Swinburne University of Technology's admission information.

Swinburne University of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Swinburne University of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Swinburne University of Technology a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Swinburne University of Technology's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Swinburne University of Technology's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Swinburne University of Technology has more than 3800 international students.

Swinburne University of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 218
Hawthorn 3122
(0)3 8676 7002
1800 897 973

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Swinburne University of Technology.

Swinburne University of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Swinburne University of Technology has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Swinburne University of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).


Swinburne University of Technology's Control Type Control Type

Swinburne University of Technology is a public higher education institution.


Swinburne University of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

Swinburne University of Technology is a non-profit higher education institution.


Swinburne University of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Swinburne University of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Swinburne University of Technology does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Swinburne University of Technology's main facilities:


Swinburne University of Technology's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Swinburne University of Technology's Library


Swinburne University of Technology's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Swinburne University of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Swinburne University of Technology's main services:


Swinburne University of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Swinburne University of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Swinburne University of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Swinburne University of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Swinburne University of Technology's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Swinburne University of Technology's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Swinburne University of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Swinburne University of Technology is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Department of Education and Training of Australia

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Swinburne University of Technology's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • CPA Australia
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA)
  • Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)
  • Australian Computer Society (ACS)
  • Engineers Australia
  • National ELT Accreditation Scheme Limited (NEAS)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Swinburne University of Technology as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Swinburne University of Technology's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Australia
  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • Association of Southeast Asian Institutions of Higher Learning (ASAIHL)
  • European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU)
  • Open Universities Australia (OUA)
  • Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy (AURA)
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Most higher education institutions' first-level academic divisions are, depending on the country, one of the following...


  • Colleges
  • Faculties
  • Schools
  • Institutes
  • Academies
  • Departments
  • Divisions
  • Centers

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and study areas a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure.

Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Swinburne University of Technology 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Swinburne University of Technology's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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Swinburne University of Technology is a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization and publishes open courseware such as free video lectures and course materials.


Wikipedia

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University Website

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