International Study Abroad Program
Overview
Swinburne's Study Abroad Program (Inbound) - One Semester allows students from overseas institutions to spend one semester at Swinburne and study classes from across various disciplines to suit their individual requirements.
Students have access to the full range of Swinburne’s academic offerings.
The Swinburne Exchange program is a non-award program. Generally, students transfer credit from their study at Swinburne to their home university degree.
Studies of area we offer
- Arts, psychology and social sciences
- Business, entrepreneurship and management
- Design
- Engineering
- Health and community services
- Information technology, networks and computing
- Media and communications
- Science, technology and the environment
Skills you’ll learn
- Intercultural collaboration
- Self-awareness
- Adaptability
- Global network of friends
- Professional contacts
Key codes
International student visa
International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.
Qualifications
To be eligible for the program you generally must have successfully completed a year of study at a higher education institution. US students are expected to have a GPA of 2.6 or higher. Your home institution must also have an exchange agreement in place with Swinburne.
Course prerequisites
Students must ensure they have met prerequisite/corequisite requirements listed for each unit of study before enrolling.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 5.5
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65%
- or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
Finding your fit
At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.
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International Exchange Program (Inbound) - one semester
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International Exchange Program (Inbound) - two semesters
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International Study Abroad Program (Inbound) - two semesters
Course structure
Study Abroad students take a full-time study load, which is 50 Swinburne credit points per semester. Most Swinburne subjects are 12.5 credit points unless otherwise stated.
Study Abroad students are encouraged to take Australia: A Global Context (POL10005). This subject is designed to offer a concise introduction to Australia’s history, culture and politics, with particular emphasis based on examining Australia’s changing place in the global community.
The Swinburne Study Abroad program is a non-award program. Generally students transfer credit from their study at Swinburne to their home university degree.
Your units
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
| Elective units | |
|
Australia: A Global Context
Elective unit |
POL10005 |
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2025 fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$7,380.00 - $10,960.00
2025 fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$7,380.00 - $10,960.00
Skills first government-subsidised place
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. To qualify for a government-subsidised place, you must meet various eligibility criteria. The course you’ve applied for must also be offering government-subsidised places. Swinburne will determine your eligibility by conducting a full assessment of your eligibility during the course application process.
How do I pay my fees?
You can pay your Swinburne fees in person, via credit card, BPAY, or at Australia Post. Check to see if loans and employer sponsored training are also available.
International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.
To pay your fees:
- log in to My Financials
- check your Australian bank account details are correct
- check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
- pay using your preferred payment method.
Eligibility for VET student loans (VSL)
If you apply for a VET Student Loan, Swinburne must first verify your identity. If you are eligible, we will provide your enrolment information to the government so you can complete the application within their eCAF system.
The VET Student Loan amount for this course is capped. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.
Concessions rates for vocational students
If you’re enrolling in a Certificate IV-level program or below, are eligible for a government-subsidised training place and hold a valid concession card, you may be eligible for a concession of 80 per cent off the published fee of your unit(s) tuition – which means you’ll only be charged 20 per cent of the published fee.
Student services and amenities fee
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
From 1 January 2024, all Diploma level and above courses will contribute to the Student Services and Amenities fee. Below is the capped amount for 2025 as a guide ahead of fees for 2024 being announced.
Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown is the capped amount for 2025.
Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$351.00
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$351.00
Apply through an agent
Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.
Apply directly
Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online!