School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education
Advancing what it means to be human in a more-than-human world.
The School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education brings together people from the humanities, arts, film and media, social sciences and education to explore how industries, cultures and societies evolve and respond to technological transformation.
We address some of the most pressing issues and challenges that require both scientific creativity and understanding of human complexities. Our graduates are creative problem-solvers with sought-after transferable skills in communication, teamwork and leadership.
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Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Education
Film and Television
Media and Communication
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Media and Communication
School leadership
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Professor James Verdon
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Dr Steven Murdoch
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Professor Kay Cook
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Professor Ruth Abbey
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Professor Sivanes Phillipson
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Professor Susan Kerrigan
Associate Professor Dan Golding
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Associate Professor John McCormick
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Associate Professor Christian (Andi) Nygaard
Dr Mark Finn
Peter Marcato
Dr Julian Novitz
Dr Carolyn Beasley
Dr Kitty Janssen
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Professor James Verdon
Dean, School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education -
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Dr Steven Murdoch
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Professor Kay Cook
Associate Dean (Research) -
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Professor Ruth Abbey
Chair, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences -
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Professor Sivanes Phillipson
Chair, Department of Education -
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Professor Susan Kerrigan
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Associate Professor Dan Golding
Chair Department of Media and Communications -
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Associate Professor John McCormick
Centre Director for Transformative Media Technologies -
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Associate Professor Christian (Andi) Nygaard
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Dr Mark Finn
Academic Director, Pathways and Partnerships -
Peter Marcato
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Dr Julian Novitz
Academic Director, Work Integrated Learning -
Dr Carolyn Beasley
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Dr Kitty Janssen
Academic Integrity Advisor
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Prestigious QS ranking recognises Swinburne in 12 subject areas
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- Education
Swinburne supporting regional communities through early childhood teaching
Passionate early childhood educators and people looking for a career change in the East Gippsland and Wellington shires will benefit from Swinburne’s Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Teaching.
Monday 04 March 2024 -
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- Media and Communication
Swinburne University of Technology partners with Grande Experiences and THE LUME Melbourne for cutting-edge Immersive Media education
Swinburne University of Technology is proud to announce its partnership with Grande Experiences and THE LUME Melbourne, enhancing the future of Immersive Media education.
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- Media and Communication
The 2024 School Teaching Excellence Awards winners
The 2024 Swinburne School Teaching Excellence Awards shine a light on our incredible educators, who provide the valuable knowledge, tools and experience to students so they can be career ready.
Thursday 05 December 2024 -
- Law
‘Boundless opportunities’ put Swinburne law graduate on top
Swinburne Law School graduate has received a prestigious Supreme Court Prize 2020 for his oustanding academic achievements while studying at Swinburne.Thursday 14 May 2020 -
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Prestigious QS ranking recognises Swinburne in 12 subject areas
QS has ranked Swinburne among the world’s best universities in areas including engineering and technology, natural sciences, and arts and humanities.Wednesday 04 March 2020
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