What are Timely applications?

Timely is your first chance to apply for 2027 intake through VTAC. By applying for courses during this window, you can organise your VTAC preferences earlier and pay a lower application fee.

Attend a study area info session

Don't miss your chance to learn all about your future study area at Swinburne at one of our on-campus events:

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    Engineering Info Session

    5pm Tuesday 20 August

    Join us on campus to get all the need-to-know details on studying at the #1 uni in Australia for engineering and computer science.

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    Aviation Info Session

    5.30pm Wednesday 26 August

    Thinking about becoming a pilot? See how you can make your future soar at Swinburne, a leading aviation educator for over 30 years.

  • Health Info Session

    5pm Thursday 27 August

    Don't miss your chance to learn about Swinburne's different health courses, from nutrition to health science to biomedical science – and beyond.

Why make Swinburne your #1 preference? 

Real experience

Guaranteed Work Integrated Learning in all our bachelor's degrees that connects you to your career, faster. 

Real skills

Build real-world expertise with next gen facilities, creative learning, and innovation in every course. 

Real connections

From student clubs to mentoring and support services, you’ll have no problem finding your place (and your people!) at Swinburne. 

Student stories and advice

Simple-but-powerful info to help you make the right decisions about uni.

Frequently asked questions

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    Frequently asked VTAC questions

    Learn everything you need to know about VTAC and applying to Swinburne, including arranging preferences, Change of Preference, offers, important dates and more.

Keep exploring

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    Swinburne Open Day

    Sunday 26 July, Hawthorn campus

    Your chance to see what’s possible at Swinburne and find where you fit in. Discover your dream course. Chat with current students. Get your hands on tech that's changing the world – and meet the people behind it all.

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    2027 Early Entry Program

    Applications close Friday 27 November 2026.

    The only university in Victoria with ATAR-free entry for all eligible courses. Applications for the 2026 intake are now open!

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    What I Wish I Knew podcast

    Our resident experts spill their top tips to get through Year 12 – and get more for your ATAR – in a podcast you won’t want to miss.

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    ATAR Calculator

    Ready to find your perfect course? Our ATAR Calculator matches your predicted or actual ATAR with a list of Swinburne courses available in your study area of interest. 

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    Year 11 & 12 Hub

    Preparing to make the exciting leap from school to university? Consider this your hub for everything you need to know – from exam prep to helpful resources on preferencing Swinburne.

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    Pathways to university

    You do not need to have a specific academic history or perfectly linear plan to pursue a certain course or career. There are alternative pathways to get into a bachelor degree – you might just need a little help finding these options.