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The programme builds on the students’ existing engineering studies and knowledge.
Students can select a specialisation from one of six options:
The programme develops specialised technical knowledge in your engineering field or extends your expertise to a related engineering discipline. The course expands the professional skills of the students.
Students can select a specialisation from one of six options:
The Master of Research is part of a combined set of programmes that offer students a pathway into a higher degree by research from an undergraduate degree. The programme fosters the development of independent research skills, making it ideal preparation for those looking to undertake further research through a PhD program and/or pursue a career in research. To qualify, students must complete 1 core unit of study (12.5 credit points) and the thesis (20,000 words).
The civil engineering course imparts the technical expertise and management skills needed to plan, design, construct and maintain infrastructure. Swinburne achieved a ranking of 133 from the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) in the field of civil engineering in 2018.
The department offers the following programs:
Master of Engineering (Civil) / Master of Construction Management - This programme is for students who wish to enhance their knowledge in both the fields of civil engineering and construction management. To qualify for the Master of Engineering (Civil) / Master of Construction Management, students must complete a total of 15 units (200 credit points) as follows:
This program offered by the department forms the third stage in a four-stage nested suite of programs consisting of:
The duration of the programme is 1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time. The main aim of this program is to prepare graduates for future roles in managing people, equipment, materials, technological processes and funds in the construction, building and maintenance of buildings and assets in the civil infrastructure. Students must complete a total of 12 units (150 credit points) as follows:
This programme forms the final stage in a four-stage nested suite of programs consisting of:
The duration of the programme is 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time. Students must complete a total of 15 units (200 credit points) consisting of:
The department has bachelor’s courses in:
Following are the master’s programs on offer:
This program provides students with an advanced understanding and body of knowledge related to emerging manufacturing technologies.
Students must complete 11 units (150 credit points) comprising of:
Applicants who have a four-year Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (AQF level 8) degree in a cognate field may be eligible to receive Advanced Standing and may not be required to carry out the three foundation units and one elective unit (total of 50 credit points).
The university provides the following programs in pure sciences:
The Bachelor’s courses offered in applied mathematics are:
Doctoral courses offered in applied mathematics are:
The Bachelor’s courses are:
The Doctoral courses are:
The Bachelor’s courses are:
The Doctoral courses are:
The department is a leading powerhouse of research activity across computer science, software engineering and computer education disciplines.
The fields of research include:
The information technology courses provide foundational knowledge and industry skills needed to apply information technologies to a range of settings.
The courses cover:
The Bachelor’s degree courses include:
The doctoral courses include:
The Master’s courses include:
Master of Cybersecurity: The programme provides the students with the knowledge and skills required to develop and maintain complex computing systems. The duration of the programme is 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
To qualify, students must complete 13* units (200 credit points) which consist of:
The programme provides managers with the advanced knowledge and capabilities they require to lead digital innovation and transformation in their organisations. The duration of the course is 1.5 years full-time.
The programme forms the third stage in a four-stage nested suite of programmes consisting of:
To qualify for the award, students must complete 12 units (150 credit points) comprising of:
The duration of the Master of Digital Business Management (Advanced) is 2 years full-time.
Online delivery: The programme prepares graduates to become highly skilled in the management of cybersecurity. The duration of the course is 1.5 years full-time. It is a course with concepts relating to hacking behaviour, social engineering and the human factors.
To qualify for the award, students must complete 150 credit points comprising of eleven core units of study.
The programme offers students the opportunity to carry out supervised research in the related discipline of their choice. The duration of the course is 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
Information and Communication Technology: The Master of Research is part of a combined set of programmes that offer students a way to pursue a higher degree by research from an undergraduate degree.
A specialisation in software engineering provides students with the technical expertise needed. This includes designing and constructing software, and management skills for planning and operating complex software systems.
The bachelor’s degrees provided are:
The doctoral courses imparted are:
Through the courses, the department imparts expertise in business analysis, requirements analysis, systems analysis and design, programming, database design and development, and systems acquisition and implementation.
The bachelor’s degrees provided are:
The doctoral programmes are:
The programme equips students with the knowledge and skills required to design, develop and maintain complex systems technologies and methodologies. The duration of the programme is 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
To qualify for the award, students must complete 16 units of study (200 credit points) consisting of:
To qualify for the degree of Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing), students must complete 12 units of study (150 credit points) consisting of:
The programme provides students with the skills to apply emerging technologies and lead changes within the financial sector. The students study the application of technology concepts, critical thinking and problem-solving methodologies in financial contexts. The duration of the course is 3 years part-time.
To qualify for the award, students must complete 12 units (or equivalent) (150 credit points) comprising of:
The Master of Financial Technologies (Advanced) allows students to apply emerging technologies within the financial sector. The duration is 4 years part-time.
The Department of Telecommunications, Electrical, Robotics and Biomedical Engineering provides courses in the areas of Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic, Networks, Robotics and Mechatronics and Telecommunications.
Courses offered are:
The Master of Engineering builds on your existing engineering studies and knowledge and expands your professional skills. Students can select a specialisation from one of the following six options: Advanced Manufacturing, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Network Systems and Telecommunications or Structural Engineering.
The duration of the programme is 1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time.
To qualify for the Master of Engineering, students must complete 150 credit points comprising of:
It forms part of a nested suite of postgraduate courses:
The duration of the programme is 2 years full-time. To qualify for the Master of Engineering Science, students must complete 14 units (200 credit points) comprising of:
The programme has a blend of research and hands-on learning. The duration of the course is 2 years full-time. The students gain advanced knowledge of civil engineering design, construction and infrastructure management principles, procurement and cost analysis. The programme consists of 15 units (200 credit points). Units normally carry 12.5 credit points. This course is available on a full-time or part-time basis. In each academic year, two units (25 credit points) per semester would normally constitute a part-time load and four units (50 credit points) per semester constitute a full-time load.
To qualify, students must complete a total of 16 units (200 credit points) comprising of:
The students carry out research and project work, and benefit from the industry focus of the program. They also participate in a professional industry project. The duration of the course is 2 years full-time.
To qualify, students must complete 200 credit points as follows:
The Bachelor’s and Doctoral programmes offered by the department are:
The programme is a 12-unit masters program concerned with the design, management, maintenance and service provision of private and public networks. The duration of the course is 2 years full-time. The course may be taken in accelerated format and completed in 1.5 years.
To qualify, students must complete 12 units of study (150 credit points) consisting of the following:
The robotics and mechatronics courses explore the integration of three traditional engineering areas – mechanical, electronics and software.
The Bachelor’s and Doctoral degrees offered are:
The Bachelor’s and Doctoral programmes are:
The Swinburne Business School has the following faculties offering a range of undergraduate and graduate courses -
The department focuses on innovation, creativity and intellectual property, equipping students for the future workforce. The teachers are experts in commercial law, intellectual property, internet law and privacy law. The law degrees and diplomas offer more than theory, with diverse opportunities to get hands-on experience.
The department equips students with the required skills and knowledge enabling them to take up active and innovative roles in the world as knowledge leaders and managers of health, design, technological and social change.
The department is a leader in providing high quality, industry-relevant education and research. The innovative courses are internationally recognised, and our graduates are known for their creative leadership.