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To apply for a postgraduate course at Swinburne simply follow the step-by-step process outlined below:
- Step 1 - Choose a Course
- Step 2 - Select and Download the Appropriate Form
- Step 3 - Gather Your Supporting Documentation
- Step 4 - Complete and Submit the Application Form
- Step 5 - Confirmation
- Step 6 - Enrolment
If you're an an international student there's a different application process.
How do I know if I'm a local or international student?
Step 1 - Choose Your Postgraduate Course
You can apply for postgraduate courses in the following study areas:
Mid-year Entry - 2009 |
Semester 1 Entry - 2010 |
Step 2 - Select the Appropriate Application Form
Please select your preferred form and enter your name and email address. The form will be sent to you automatically by return email.
We're here to answer any questions you may have about how to apply.
Step 3 - Gather Your Supporting Documentation
You will need to attach certified and translated copies of previous academic results and proof of name and citizenship to your application.
You will also need to attach any other relevant documents or supporting information as required - this might include letters from your schools or employers, a curriculum vitae, folio or research proposal.
Supplementary Forms
You may need to complete a direct application supplementary form, depending on the specific requirements of your course.
Step 4 - Complete and Submit the Application Form
Return the completed form and all supporting documentation to:
| By email | Postal Address | In person |
| enrol@swin.edu.au | National Recruitment Admissions (H5) Swinburne University of Technology PO Box 218 HAWTHORN VIC 3122 Australia |
Any Student Information Centre Hours of operation: 9 am - 5 pm (Note: photocopy facilities are NOT available at Student Information Centres) |
Step 5 - Confirmation
You will receive a confirmation letter when your application has been received. All applicants will be acknowledged and advised on the outcome of their applications.
If your application is successful, Swinburne will send you a letter of offer. You should then notify Swinburne whether you intend to accept or decline your offer via email at enrol@swin.edu.au
Step 6 - Enrolment
You will receive an enrolment package from your faculty or school with detailed information on what steps you need to undertake to enrol in your program.
If you do not receive your enrolment pack shortly after you receive your letter of offer, please use the contact details supplied in your letter of offer to have your enrolment pack re-issued.
More Application Information
- Key Dates Find out all the important dates for postgraduate applications.
- Scholarships Learn more about the scholarships and bursaries available to postgraduate students.
- Course Fees Postgraduate course fees vary depending on the program you undertake. Find out more here.

