Master of Data Science 

at Swinburne University, Melbourne

Swinburne University of Technology is a leading research university. The university has three campuses based in Melbourne; Hawthorn campus, Croydon campus, and Wantirna campus. Besides this, the university has a fourth campus in Sarawak, Malaysia. The National Institute of Circus Arts of the Swinburne University of Technology is located in Prahran, Melbourne, and offers a range of online courses through Swinburne Online and Open Universities Australia.

Swinburne University is a large and culturally diverse organisation creating social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. The University is known for its high-quality research in areas like astronomy, physics, engineering, materials science, computer Science and information technology, design and innovation, etc. Swinburne is a dual-sector university that offers higher education and Pathways and Vocational Education (PAVE).

Swinburne University fees for international students vary from course to course and can be checked from the table given below:

Cost of Living in Melbourne

At the time of arrival in Melbourne, the university needs students to budget around AUD 6,000 (Above INR 3 lakh) for the initial cost of establishing in Melbourne. The university also recommends students to buy a computer of AUD 1,000 (Around INR 56,000) if they are not bringing one with themselves. Initial expenses can include public transport, short-term accommodation, food and drink, first-month’s rent, textbooks and stationery, etc.

Ongoing Costs

Apart from the initial expenses of establishing yourself, the Department of Home Affairs suggests that Student Visa holders should budget minimum AUD 21,041 each year (Around INR 12 lakh) for living expenses. The university recommends budgeting the living expenses to be AUD 25,000 – AUD 32,000 per year (Around INR 14 lakh - Around INR 18 lakh), depending on the lifestyle choices and living arrangements.

Note: Above given currency conversion rate is as per 1 AUD = INR 56.35

Also Read: Cost of Living in Australia for International Students 

Internataioanl students applying at the Swinburne University of Technology are required to pay diffferent tuition fee as per their course and the specialization. The Swinburne University of Technology tuition fee  ranges between INR 17 L to INR 38 L. Below table covers the first year tution fee of the university for 2025 entry.

As per student reviews on an unofficial source, here are some tips that students starting their first year at Swinburne University should keep in mind: 

• Do not miss tutortials as your courswork might get easier with the help of those
• Always reach out to the university in case of any issue or challenges. The university has many resources for the support of students
• Do not leave your assignments till last minute
• At times, the tutors will have consulation sessions too. Use these sessions as an opportunity to raise any issue be it academic or regarding student welfare
• Join clubs and societies 

International students who want to apply to Swinburne University of Technology can apply online directly via the university portal or an education agent. To apply directly, students can access the online international application system (except for research degrees). While applying, the applicants are required to provide:

• Certified copies of the previous academic results
• Certified English language proficiency test result
• A statement of activity
• Letter from the school or employer
• A design portfolio (as applicable)
• Course outlines and translated English copies

Swinburne University of Technology is a small-size university and has more than 20,000 students. It has students from over 100 nationalities. Furthermore, it is ranked among the top 1% of the universities worldwide.

• For a small-size university like Swinburne University of Technology, the teaching here is more focused unlike the top universities like RMIT, Monash, and Melbourne
• MBA programme at the university is well-regarded, concentrating to a great extent on ‘entrepreneurship’
• There is a focus on industry-focused education. This means that students can gain relevant skills and experience that will help them in future careers
• The university is situated in the heart of Melbourne which is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city with a lot of cultural and recreational opportunities
• Swinburne Institute of Technology campus is well-equipped with modern facilities, which include state-of-the-art laboratories, student accommodation and libraries

Swinburne University of Technology is very popular among international students. Each year thousands of students from all over the world apply for Swinburne University of Technology. Generally, it takes up to eight weeks to review the applications and make a decision. The university considers each application on a case-by-case basis. In peak seasons, the review committee may require additional time to assess your application.

The MS course specialisation at Swinburne University of Technology are in various industry-focused firelds including the Avaition, Education, Engineering, Management, Business, IT, Psycology, Arts and many other.

Some of the major master's degree courses are mentioned below:

• Master of Data Science
• Master of Information Technology.
• Master of Construction and Infrastructure Management
• Master of Physiotherapy and many more.