How to Apply
Follow the steps below to apply for a Study Abroad at Swinburne University of Technology:
- Step 1 - Ensure You Meet Entry Requirements
- Step 2 - Develop Your Swinburne Study Plan
- Step 3 - Complete the Application Form
- Step 4 - Provide Supporting Documentation
- Step 5 - Submit Application and Documentation
- Step 6 - Receive Your Offer
- Step 7 - Accept Your Offer
- Step 8 - Apply for Your Student Visa
- Step 9 - Request Airport Pickup and Temporary Accommodation
- Step 10 - Arrive in Melbourne
Step 1 - Ensure You Meet Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for the program you generally must have successfully completed a year of study at a higher education institution.
Students from institutions teaching in languages other than English must provide evidence of language proficiency as follows:
IELTS: 6.0 overall (no band score below 6.0)
Computer-based TOEFL: 213 with essay writing score 5
Internet- based TOEFL: 80 (no band score below 20)
United States Students
US students are expected to have a GPA of 2.6 or higher.
Scandinavian Students
Applicants from Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden may provide Secondary School English results in support of their English ability.
German Students
Applicants from Germany may provide DAAD: a minimum of "B" in all four skill areas, plus Abitur English results of 7.0/grade 3 in the final three years of secondary school OR Fachhochschulreife (Certificate of Advanced Level vocational secondary school) with an English mark of at least 3.0 (Satisfactory) and DAAD with a minimum of "B" in all four skill areas.
Step 2 - Develop Your Swinburne Study Plan
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Developing Your Swinburne Study Plan
These guidelines for choosing subjects at Swinburne have been created to assist you develop your Swinburne study plan.
To choose the subjects you wish to study at Swinburne.
Ensure the subjects are available in your Study Abroad semester/s by checking the Allocate Plus website.
Make sure that you meet any prerequisites that your desired subjects may have.
A full-time credit load at Swinburne University of Technology is 50 SUT credits. Most subjects at Swinburne are worth 12.5 SUT credits.
We recommend you list at least six subjects on your application form in order of preference, in case one of your subjects is not available or not suitable.
Step 3 - Complete the Application Form
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Study Abroad Application Form
Complete this form.
For assistance with applying, students from partner institutions should seek advice from their home university's International Office. Other students who have any questions while completing the application form can email studyabroad@swinburne.edu.au.
Application dates vary. If you are an exchange student please contact your home university regarding application deadlines. If you are applying for the Study Abroad program please contact studyabroad@swin.edu.au
Faculty of Design Applicants
If you are applying for a course in the Faculty of Design, you are required to submit a portfolio of work with your application.
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Guidelines for International Applications (Design Courses)
This information may be helpful if you're applying for a Design course.
All portfolios should include current work completed at your home institution that demonstrates a high level of technical and creative merit. All work submitted should be of an appropriate standard for the level of subjects you are applying for at the Faculty of Design.
Step 4 - Provide Supporting Documentation
- Official academic transcript from your home university. Transcripts in languages other than English must be translated and certified.
- Evidence of English language proficiency (if required).
Step 5 - Submit Application and Documentation
Step 6 - Receive Your Offer
Your application will be assessed. If it is approved, Swinburne will make you an offer. This will include:
- Official offer letter
- Offer Acceptance Form
- Confirmation of your Swinburne study plan
Step 7 - Accept Your Offer
It is important that you read all information carefully and return the requested Offer Acceptance Form and confirm details of your Swinburne study plan to Swinburne International by the due date, as advised.
Step 8 - Apply for Your Student Visa
On the receipt of your Offer Acceptance Form, Swinburne will issue your Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE). The eCoE is the document needed to apply for your student visa.
For information on applying for your student visa visit the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) website.
As an international student in Australia you are permitted to work 20 hours a week during semester. If you are intending to work, you will need to apply for a work permit. You cannot apply for a work permit until classes have commenced and a $50 fee applies.
Step 9 - Request Airport Pickup and Temporary Accommodation
You can now arrange airport pickup and/or temporary accommodation by making an online booking. Once we have received this form, we will send you email confirmation of your pickup and/or temporary accommodation.
On campus accommodation is available at the Hawthorn and Lilydale campuses. There are also options such as private student accommodation, homestay and share house living. An Accommodation Officer will be available upon arrival to assist you with finding suitable accommodation. You will be placed in temporary accommodation (if necessary) until you locate permanent accommodation.
Step 10 - Arrive in Melbourne
You need to arrive in Melbourne prior to the Study Abroad Orientation. This compulsory program is a great opportunity to meet your fellow Study Abroad students.
Don't forget you must contact a Swinburne Abroad Adviser in the Swinburne International office on arrival.