Our comprehensive plumbing courses will give you the practical experience and knowledge to begin your journey in the plumbing industry.

Learn the basics of plumbing through the Certificate II in Plumbing pre-apprenticeship course, continue on to complete your plumbing apprenticeship, and then advance your skills across gas installation, sanitation, and drainage with a Certificate IV. 

As an apprentice plumber at Swinburne, you will have access to all the facilities to be able to turn the taps on for a successful career. 

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Explore your options and get personalised advice based on your Year 12 results. Friday 13 December, Hawthorn campus.

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Study for low-fee or free!

You could have some or all your tuition fees covered thanks to government initiative Free TAFE for Priority Courses.

Free TAFE for Priority Courses is available if you are under 20 years old, or enrolling in a course at a higher level than you have completed before.

If you don't tick either of these boxes, you could still have a chance! There are other factors, too. The best way to find out if you’re eligible is to apply.

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    Swinburne teaching the future of hydrogen

    Swinburne University of Technology vocational educator Mark Taggart has been awarded the Victorian Gas Industry Teacher of the Year by Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) in recognition of his commitment to ensuring his students are best prepared for the future of the gas industry.  

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