ATAR-free entry options

  • Early Entry Program

    The Swinburne Early Entry Program. A different way to enter uni that doesn't depend on your ATAR. 

    Applications for the 2026 intake are now open!

  • UniReady Program

    Start your university journey with Swinburne’s UniReady Program – a free, government-funded course that builds the skills and confidence you need to enter a degree. No ATAR required.

Year 9 & 10 guide

Year 9 & 10 guide
Your future at Swinburne

Year 9 & 10 guide

A guide designed to help students start thinking about their tertiary options beyond secondary school.

2026 Career Practitioners’ Presentations

Architecture
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Architecture

Explore Architecture pathways, program highlights and course structure, with real examples of student work and alumni stories.
Associate Degree in Applied Artificial Intelligence
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Associate Degree in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Outlines the Associate Degree in Artificial Intelligence, including applied pathways and preparation to build or manage AI in the workplace.
Astronomy and Astrophysics Experience Lab
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Astronomy and Astrophysics Experience Lab

Explore the Astronomy and Astrophysics Experience Lab, featuring real research projects, hands-on classes and advanced facilities.
Aviation
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Aviation

Aviation programs spanning piloting, operations and drone systems, with industry-ready skills in safety, regulation and data analytics.
Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence in Business
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence in Business

Develop the skills to manage AI in organisations, focusing on value, governance and responsible adoption.
Business and Finance Experience Lab
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Business and Finance Experience Lab

Explore Business and Finance with accredited courses, diverse pathways, and hands-on industry experience.
Construction Management
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Construction Management

Construction Management pathways for managing projects, costs, quality and safety from start to finish.
Education
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Education

Prepare to teach young children with practical skills in child development, inclusive practice, and real-world classroom experience.
Industrial Design and Fashion
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Industrial Design and Fashion

Fashion and Industrial Design skills with industry projects, wearable tech, and sustainable design experience.
Media and Communication & Screen and Media
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Media and Communication & Screen and Media

Hands-on Media and Communication skills with industry projects, placements and internships.
Pathways and Alternative Entry Options
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Pathways and Alternative Entry Options

Outlines Swinburne's pathways and alternative entry options, including UniLink, and TAFE diplomas, Early Entry and the Fee-Free UniReady Program
Psychology and Community Services Experience Lab
Career Practitioner's Seminar

Psychology and Community Services Experience Lab

Covers Psychology and Community Services courses, including Free TAFE pathways and industry partnerships.

 2026 New course updates

 2026 New course updates
Course updates

2026 New course updates

Find information about new courses in 2026 and Swinburne's Early Entry Program.

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Cyber Security
Psychological Sciences
Media and Communication
Engineering
Games and Interactivity

Sink or Swim

Rachel's real industry experience story
Issy's real industry experience story

Keep exploring

  • Students sitting and listening in class to their tutor

    Student stories

    We pair you with a leading employer in your area of study, and you receive credit towards your degree, professional skills and a real-life overview of your potential future.

  • The Moondani Toombadool Centre logo on Swinburne's Hawthorn campus.

    Moondani Toombadool Centre

    Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne are guided by community wisdom and leadership, shaping governance, student services, teaching and learning, research, staff, culture, and engagement.

  • Group of students and teachers in STEM - Engineering Class.

    School programs

    Fast track your student's development with a broad range of interactive educational programs. 

  • Scholarships

    We offer a wide range of scholarships to help selected students from all walks of life reach their academic goals.