Top 10 perks of being a Swinburne student
1. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
Welcome to Hawthorn! Here, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to finding somewhere to do your reading/writing/daydreaming. Choose from heaps of great cafés (and great coffee!), beautiful green spaces like Central Gardens (right across the road), plus lots of study and lounge spaces on campus. Bonus: Glenferrie Railway Station (also known as the Swinburne station) is right on our doorstep. Too easy.
2. A PASSPORT TO THE WORLD
Where to next? Swinburne has exchange partnerships with over 100 universities around the world. From Austria to Venezuela, there’s something for everyone. If a full semester is too long to be away there are plenty of shorter options to consider, including overseas internships and study tours.
Immerse yourself in another culture, gain a new perspective and maybe even learn a language. In most cases, you’ll get credit towards your course, too. Bonus!
3. CHEAP EATS
In good news for your wallet (and stomach!), many of the delicious lunch spots around Hawthorn provide special offers for Swinburne students. Regardless, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the array of budget culinary options. So, what’ll it be? Chicken and chips from Yummy Campus ($5.50), rice paper rolls from Mr & Mrs Banh Mi (three for $8.50), or a bagel and coffee from Bagelicious ($10 with your Swinburne student ID)?
4. YOU'LL FIND YOUR PEOPLE
From basketball to AFL, unicycling to archery, and veganism to tango dancing, Swinburne boasts a diverse array of clubs and societies. Whatever your passion, there’s probably a club for it. Can’t see one for you? Create it!
Find out about these perks and more at our November Info Evening. Register now.
5. DISCOUNTED MOVIE TICKETS
Head to nearby cinema Lido on a Wednesday, flash your student ID and be rewarded with discounted movie tickets for just $8 before 4pm or $10 after 4pm. More money for popcorn? Win.
6. FEELING SAFE, DAY OR NIGHT
We want you to feel safe when you’re on campus, whether you’re at an early morning tutorial or studying late at night. Have one of our security officers accompany you anywhere on campus or to your car. Live locally? Get our free Hawthorn night bus to drop you home.
7. LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Get involved in your Swinburne community and gain valuable skills in leading and volunteering. This also comes with plenty of perks – like going behind the scenes at cool events and meeting awesome people, plus there’s that fuzzy feeling that comes from helping out.
8. YOUR OWN PRIVATE POOL. KINDA.
No pool? No problems. Swinburne students are sorted thanks to free use of the indoor and outdoor pools at Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre, conveniently located just around the corner from campus. You’ll also get discounted membership to the centre and access to Swinburne-only group fitness classes. Don’t know how to swim? Attend a free casual class that will teach you all the basics.
9. ADVICE WHENEVER YOU NEED IT
Sometimes things get too much. Whether you need counselling to help you deal with a problem or financial advice to improve your money habits, Swinburne students have access to a range of services and advice. Got questions about your tax? Looking for some free legal advice? We’re here to help.
10. YOUR OWN CAREER CHEERLEADING TEAM
We’re all about job readiness. That’s why we run regular career and employability workshops and events designed to give you the best chance of turning your degree into employment. In the meantime? Have your cover letter, résumé and LinkedIn profile reviewed by our career consultants. Learn about opportunities to get hands-on experience before you graduate. Volunteer. Get involved. Go for it!