Swinburne University of Technology

Located only ten minutes from the heart of Melbourne, The Swinburne University Hawthorn Campus is the main campus of this melbourne-based university. Hawthorn is as trendy as an inner- city suburb can be, and is known for its vibrant, multi-cultural range of cafés, boutiques and bars which sets it up to be one the greatest lifestyle hubs in Melbourne. Fully accessible via public transport and complete with every facility you could possibly need, it really is the perfect location for a campus if you want to full Melbourne experience.

There are many benefits of studying at the Swinburne Hawthorn campus, and the countless state-of-the-art facilities and student services are seemingly unparalleled. It features all the necessities of campus-living, including cafes, bookshops, clubs and societies, housing and speciality rooms and spaces perfect for studying, or just catching up with friends. Even better, with free Wi-Fi accessible all over campus, Swinburne caters to its students every need.

Swinburne Library

No matter what you study at Swinburne, the main point of reference is always going to be the Swinburne library. With thousands of peer- reviewed articles, journals, books and databases, there’s enough resources to beef-out the reference list of any assignment or report. All the high- quality learning resources on offer have been reviewed and cultivated to suit the needs of all faculties, and help with referencing, researching or locating a particular title is always available. Better yet, there’s plenty of computer and study rooms for working on group projects, and even more individual study spaces. The Hawthorn campus library, like all of the campus libraries at Swinburne, have dozens of accessible computers and desktops, as well as plenty of printing and scanning services to make the university workload that much more manageable.

One of the greatest services at the Swinburne Hawthorn campus is the Latelab; a dedicated 24- hour, seven days a week computer lab which perfectly complements all of those last-minute assignment needs. Located across two levels of the Hawthorn library, it features over 120 computers and can be accessed the second the main library shuts. So, whether you prefer to study in the peace and quiet of the early morning hours, or just running against the deadline for an assignment, it’s always available.

The George Building

The George building is a fantastic resource of the Swinburne University Hawthorn Campus, boasting seven storeys of group and individual study areas, a games room perfect for socialising after a busy day, and student employment and health services. It’s where all the students go no matter what they need, to catch up with friends, or catch up on a research project.

Advanced Technologies Centre

The largest investment for Swinburne, and the entry-point of the University is the Swinburne Advanced Technologies Centre. This state-of-the-art institute features the very best of the University’s amazing offerings. Not only does it provide world- class teaching facilities and classrooms, it also has a leading- edge research centre which houses over $40 million worth of equipment.

Some of the world- renowned research facilities that call the Advanced Technologies Centre home include the Cellular Neuroscience Laboratory, Nano- Biotechnology Laboratory, the Advanced Molecular and Proteomics Facility, and the Robotics and Mechatronics Laboratories. It also has the Swinburne Smart Structures Laboratory which features glass-walls that allow passers by to see researchers at work. The Advanced Technologies Centre is a $100 million building which proves the university’s commitment to technology and its endeavours to continue research and scientific breakthroughs in the name of improving lives globally.

Advanced Manufacturing and Design Centre

Another cutting- edge centre featured at Swinburne University Hawthorn Campus is the Advanced Manufacturing and Design Centre (AMDC). This 5 Green Star certified building of sustainability boasts world-class equipment to help explore ideas relating to manufacturing products in the future. With the growing need to develop ways of manufacturing goods that have less of an impact on the environment, this facility is invaluable in the search to find more environmentally-friendly sources of production, and is the Hub for research, education and training in this field.

The advanced Manufacturing and Design Centre also features Swinburne’s ‘Factory of the Future’, which encompasses technology and equipment in specialist studios to aid designers, researchers and students alike to take production development to the next level. Some of the invaluable studios it houses includes a 3D- Visualisation and design studio, rapid manufacturing, Advances Inspection and Machining, Bio-device Innovation and the Design for Resource Efficiency Studios.

Swinburne’s Croydon Campus is located at the base of the stunning Mount Dandenong, and is easily accessible via public transport, with the abundant shops and restaurants provided by Eastland Shopping centre only minutes away. Croydon campus is focused more on providing vocational education and training to students, through courses that range from certificate to diploma levels. It also has an extensive provision of youth programs, as well as pre- apprenticeships and traineeships. Some of the main fields of study include building, construction, plumbing as well as English, both written and spoken.

Croydon Campus also features a library with a widespread selection of books, media files and online learning resources. There’s also an all- access computer lab and full Wi-Fi connectivity across campus.

Flexible Green Trades Complex

The $10 million innovative flexible Green Trades Complex is one of the greatest assets of the Swinburne Croydon Campus, which provides an enhanced learning experience for students studying building, plumbing and other construction apprenticeships. It includes specialist workshops equip with state-of-the-art technology, as well as hands-on practical training areas set in a realistic environment.

Swinburne Wantirna Campus, located in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs is one of Swinburne University’s largest, with free on-site parking and easily accessible via public transport. It’s also only around the corner from Knox Shopping Centre, one of the largest in Melbourne. Similarly to Croydon Campus, it offers qualifications ranging from certificate to diploma levels.

The campus also includes a Swinburne bookshop, a café as well as a library which holds a copious amount of learning resources to compliment any research assignment or report. It also has all the student services offered at every Swinburne campus, including career and employment services, skill developments, childcare, multi- faith prayer rooms and learning and academic support. Computer labs, study spaces and Wifi are all staple aspects of life on campus, and are available year ‘round.

The National Centre for Sustainability

The Swinburne National Centre for Sustainability is one of the primary landmarks of the Wantirna Campus, and has been fully designed to incorporate as many sustainable features as possible, including solar panels, hydronic heating and high-levels of natural light to minimise electricity use.

The great thing about this building, is that it houses simulated classrooms for students in children’s services as well as a nursing facility for practical training and two 10-bed training labs. In addition to this, it also accommodates services to other subject fields, including horticulture through its numerous greenhouses, work sheds, landscaping buildings and more. There’s also facilities to suit the learning experience of those studying electronics. .

Sarawak is Swinburne University of Technology’s only international campus, situated in East Malaysia’s state of Sarawak in the capital city of Kuching. This modern city is infused with culture and a popular spot for tourists. It’s well-known for its cuisine and social- scene, and dotted with historic buildings and heritage sites which make it a great city to study in. Swinburne Sarawak campus is only located a short distance from many beaches and nature reserves, and offers all the facilities expected of a capital city and business hub of Malaysia

The Swinburne Malaysia campus in Sarawak specialises in courses tailored to business, design, engineering, IT and science. The facilities to assist study in these fields is second-to-none, with the Sarawak campus offering speciality buildings, lecture rooms and study centres as well as plenty of computer and research labs. The state-of-the-art resource centre and library houses any resource you could possibly need, and the auditorium and sporting amenities help to shape the student experience.

In terms of the social side of university at Sarawak Campus, like all of Swinburne campuses, it has many recreational, sporting and social clubs and activities to help students make friends as well as lifelong memories along the way.

Sports and recreation is a main aspect of the campus life at Swinburne, with the university being well- known for assisting elite sporting athletes further their education through flexible options.
Some of the sports clubs that Swinburne offer include:

• Basketball
• Cheerleading
• Cricket
• Cycling
• Fencing
• Field Hockey
• Football (AFL)
• Futsal
• Hiking
• Snow Sports
• Kung-Fu
• Soccer
• Table tennis
• Taekwondo
• Frisbee
• Water Sports (water-skiing and wakeboarding)
• Weightlifting

Swinburne University has no shortage of clubs, found at all campus locations. Clubs range from academic, cultural, spiritual, social, political, sports, union group and faculty clubs and have something for everyone’s interests or hobbies. There’s several women’s clubs, including the Women’s Department, as well as Platform Female (A group for women in technology), as well as the Women in Engineering club. Some of the other notable clubs and associations found at Swinburne University include:

• Chess club
• Malaysian Student association
• Craft Brewing Society
• Anime Club
• Board riders Club
• Christian Union
• Italian Club
• Physics Club
• Table Tennis Club
• Tae Kwon Do Club
• Trading card Game Club
• Greek Association
• Netball Club

The Swinburne Student Amenities Association (SSAA) make the foundation of the social structure at Swinburne University, running dozens of events and clubs, as well as offering student services including advocacy services, legal advice, volunteering programs and the Night Bus.

Swinburne Student Union

The Swinburne Student Union (SSU) is a student- run representation for the welfare and events of students on all campuses. It runs events throughout the year, and has many club benefits for SSU members. Its main aim is to protect and maintain student’s rights, as well as create a better experience for all those at Swinburne.

Some of the great benefits of being a member of the Swinburne Student Union include:

• Free breakfasts every week
• Weekly BBQ
• Student groups
• Student magazine
• The Hammer and Swine Bar (Thursdays)
• Croydon Café
• Exam Help

Student Representative Council

Swinburne’s Representative Council (SRC) is made entirely up of students who have been elected to be a part of the council, as well as other boards and committees. Being a part of the SRC is great for professional development, and lets you have a say in the goings-on of campus life. Students elected form an integral part of Swinburne University, and are well- valued, voicing student concerns and suggestions to help shape policies and procedures. Elections are held every year for all positions. There’s also several membership benefits, including the opportunity to gain a $3000 scholarship, develop leadership skills, and eligibility for the Vice- Chancellor’s Leadership Certificate.