About the university
Swinburne University of Technology began in 1908 as a technical college in Hawthorn, in Melbourne's inner east, and became a university in 1992. It teaches both university degrees and vocational courses. It is ranked 291st in the world by QS and 294th by Times Higher Education in 2027.
Swinburne is known for engineering, IT, computer science, design, aviation and film and television. Industry links are central to its teaching, and many degrees include professional placements or work-integrated learning.
Indian students look at Swinburne for IT, data science, cyber security and engineering master's degrees at about A$46,000 to A$53,500 a year, and for its automatic scholarships of 20% or 30% for international students.
Hawthorn is in Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs. Rents in Melbourne are high, so many students share a house or flat.
- Founded
- 1908 as a technical college; a university since 1992
- Type
- Public university with higher education and vocational (TAFE) courses
- Total students
- About 16,200 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- International students
- 44% (THE 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 29.7 to 1 (THE 2027 data)
- Campuses
- Hawthorn (main campus) and Wantirna in Melbourne; a campus in Sarawak, Malaysia
- Intakes
- Semester 1 (March) and Semester 2 (August) for most degrees
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
291 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
294 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Information Technology
- Fee / year
- A$45,910
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- March; August (Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- A$46,990
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- March; August (Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- A$46,990
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- March; August (Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
Master of Professional Engineering
- Fee / year
- A$53,480
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- March; August (Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
Master of Business Administration
- Fee / year
- A$52,000
- Duration
- 2 years (1.5 years with two years of relevant work experience)
- Intakes
- March; August (Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Postgraduate
Master of Professional Accounting
- Fee / year
- A$50,360
- Duration
- 2 years
- Intakes
- March; August (Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- A$44,300
- Duration
- 3 years
- Intakes
- March; August (Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
- Fee / year
- A$48,300
- Duration
- 4 years
- Intakes
- March; August (Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall, no band below 6.0
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (AUD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Information Technology | 2 years | A$45,910 | ≈ ₹29.8 lakh |
| Master of Data Science | 2 years | A$46,990 | ≈ ₹30.5 lakh |
| Master of Cyber Security | 2 years | A$46,990 | ≈ ₹30.5 lakh |
| Master of Professional Engineering | 2 years | A$53,480 | ≈ ₹34.8 lakh |
| Master of Business Administration | 2 years (1.5 years with two years of relevant work experience) | A$52,000 | ≈ ₹33.8 lakh |
| Master of Professional Accounting | 2 years | A$50,360 | ≈ ₹32.7 lakh |
| Bachelor of Computer Science | 3 years | A$44,300 | ≈ ₹28.8 lakh |
| Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | 4 years | A$48,300 | ≈ ₹31.4 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Swinburne University of Technology with similar universities in Australia.
Scholarships
- Undergraduate, postgraduate and pathway courses
Swinburne International Scholarship
Value: 20% off tuition fees
Eligibility: Merit-based, for first-time commencing international students at the Hawthorn campus in 2027. Considered automatically. Excludes aviation and piloting, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and research degrees.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate and postgraduate
George Swinburne International Excellence Scholarship
Value: 30% off tuition fees
Eligibility: International students with high academic results starting at Hawthorn in 2027. Considered automatically; same exclusions as above.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate and postgraduate engineering and construction
Women in Engineering Leadership Scholarship
Value: 30% off tuition fees
Eligibility: Female international students in eligible engineering or construction courses starting in 2027. Considered automatically.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Bachelor's degrees need completion of the Indian Class 12 (an overseas equivalent of Australian Year 12), assessed at application.
- Computer science needs some mathematics at senior school level, and engineering needs a pass in mathematics in the final year; Swinburne runs a MathsLink bridging programme if you are missing maths.
- Swinburne College diplomas and the Foundation Program are pathways if you are below the direct-entry level.
- For 2027, Semester 1 classes start on 1 March and Semester 2 on 2 August; check the course page for closing dates.
Postgraduate
- Most master's degrees need a bachelor's degree in any discipline. Engineering master's degrees need a Bachelor of Engineering.
- Swinburne's Postgraduate Qualifying Program is an entry route for international applicants who do not meet the standard requirement.
- Two years of relevant work experience can shorten the MBA to 1.5 years (CV required).
- Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an offer.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's)
- Degree transcripts and certificate (master's)
- English test result
- CV, for the MBA and courses that count work experience
- Financial documents for the student visa after you accept an offer
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (master's) | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 for the master's degrees on this page. |
| IELTS Academic (bachelor's) | 6.0 overall with no band below 6.0 for computer science, engineering, data science and business. |
| Nursing | IELTS 7.0 overall with 6.5 in writing and 7.0 in the other bands (tests from 23 April 2026). |
| Other tests | Swinburne accepts other tests, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT, and its own English for Academic Purposes course. Check the course page for equivalents. |
Accommodation and living costs
Swinburne has private and shared accommodation on and near the Hawthorn campus, plus homestay and help with renting. Its accommodation page does not list prices, so the figures below are our Melbourne estimates from our Australia study guide.
| Item | In AUD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Shared room in MelbourneOur estimate (Australia study guide) | A$300–450per week | ≈ ₹19,500 – ₹29,250 |
| Living costs you must show for the visaDepartment of Home Affairs requirement, as in our Australia study guide | A$29,710per year | ≈ ₹19.3 lakh |
Campus and location
Most international students study at Hawthorn, a compact campus in Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs.
- Hawthorn: engineering, IT, business, design, aviation and film and television.
- Wantirna: nursing and health courses, with one day a week at Hawthorn in the first semester for some students.
- Swinburne also has a campus in Sarawak, Malaysia, with its own fees.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Swinburne builds work-integrated learning into many degrees, and its engineering and IT courses are designed with industry partners. Post-study work rules are in our Australia guide; outcomes depend on your course, experience and English.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| International students at the university | 44% | THE World University Rankings 2027 data |
| Student–staff ratio | 29.7 to 1 | THE World University Rankings 2027 data |
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FAQs
How much is the Master of Information Technology at Swinburne?
A$45,910 a year in 2027 for the 2-year course, which starts in March or August at Hawthorn.
Will I get a scholarship automatically?
Yes. For 2027, Swinburne considers international students automatically for the 20% Swinburne International Scholarship or, with high results, the 30% George Swinburne International Excellence Scholarship.
When are the intakes?
Most degrees start in March (Semester 1) or August (Semester 2). Nursing starts in March.
What IELTS score do I need?
6.5 with no band below 6.0 for most master's degrees, and 6.0 with no band below 6.0 for most bachelor's degrees. Nursing needs 7.0.
Can I do a master's if my bachelor's is not in IT?
Yes. The Master of Information Technology, Master of Cyber Security and MBA accept a bachelor's degree in any discipline.
Can I work while I study?
Yes, student visa holders can work part-time. See our Australia study guide for the current limits and post-study work rules.
Sources
- Swinburne: International Postgraduate Course Fees 2027 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Swinburne: International Undergraduate Course Fees 2027 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Swinburne: Fees for international students (opens in a new tab)
- Swinburne: Master of Information Technology (opens in a new tab)
- Swinburne: Bachelor of Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- Swinburne: Bachelor of Nursing (opens in a new tab)
- Swinburne: International scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- Swinburne: Accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Times Higher Education: Swinburne University of Technology (WUR 2027) (opens in a new tab)
- QS World University Rankings (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.swinburne.edu.au (opens in a new tab)
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