Swinburne Innovation Studio
Turn your ideas into reality.
Swinburne's epicentre of creativity and disruption
With the aim to fast-track the development and marketing of new ventures, the dynamic Swinburne Innovation Studio offers programs, events, creative spaces to students, startups and industry.
Whether your idea is big or small, we want to hear from you. With strong ties to industry, rigorous research capabilities and an approach that encourages multi-disciplinary teamwork, we can help you get real-world impact.
The Innovation Studio is supported by Design Factory Melbourne, Factory of the Future and Digital Innovation Lab.
Our 2024 programs
From pitch competitions and masterclasses to longer-term collaborative programs that help fast-track the best up-and-coming ventures, our calendar is jam-packed with ways to help you take your idea to the next level. So think big and get involved.
Initiate Program
February–December 2024
Luminate Program
April–May 2024
Elevate Program
August–October 2024
Venture Cup
November 2024
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Swinburne Initiate Program
Have you always dreamed of starting your own business venture? Equip yourself with the foundational knowledge of launching a startup with the five-week Initiate Program.
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Swinburne Luminate Program
Are you ready to take your early-stage startup to the next level? Join the seven-week Swinburne Luminate Program to ignite your entrepreneurial journey and set your venture up for success.
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Masterclasses
Deep dive into a topic such as fundraising, startup storytelling or marketing, and hear from experts in their field.
Are you interested in joining the Student Innovation Squad?
Gain more valuable experience of working in a team, communication skills, networking with entrepreneurs and industry experts.
Are you a researcher with a brilliant idea?
We can help you develop it into a marketable product or service through our Innovation Fellows Program.
Our latest news
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- Technology
- University
Swinburne-founded software startup Fluency launches first product suite
Fluency, a startup co-founded by a Swinburne alum, is launching its first product suite aimed at streamlining manual documentation processes.
Friday 10 May 2024 -
- Technology
- Business
Accelerator Program paves the path to entrepreneurship excellence
After an intensive 12-week journey in the Accelerator Program 2023, five startups took the stage and presented their awe-inspiring pitches at Swinburne's Demo Night.
Thursday 14 September 2023 -
- Aviation
Zero-emissions aviation the focus for first Founder In Residence
Hydrogen and battery-powered air travel is on the horizon, thanks to Swinburne’s new Founder in Residence Rachael Barritt.
Tuesday 31 January 2023 -
- University
Global innovator to chair Innovation Precinct Advisory Board
Leading social innovator and entrepreneur Geoff Gourley will be the next chair of the Swinburne Innovation Precinct Advisory Board.
Tuesday 07 December 2021 -
- Technology
Meet the startups from the 2021 Swinburne Accelerator Program
The Swinburne Accelerator Program welcomes five new teams to participate in a 12-week intensive to grow their startup with the help of experienced mentors.
Tuesday 22 June 2021
Study innovation with us
Swinburne offers cutting-edge courses and study streams tailored to help you think, act and succeed like a true entrepreneur.
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Australian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship
The Australian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship is Australia’s first dedicated entrepreneurship school. Our suite of postgraduate programs are co-created with industry to provide vital, up-to-the-minute, real-world knowhow.
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Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation
The first course of its kind in the world, our Master of Entrepreneurship and Innovation course teaches how to successfully launch and scale a business idea, whether as a startup or within a company, and become a leader of innovation.
Study a minor in innovation as part of your bachelor degree
Through this specialisation, you’ll develop an entrepreneurial mindset and skills in ideation, creative problem-solving and personal agency. Units include Lean Startup Springboard, Toolbox for Prototyping and Interdisciplinary Collaboration, and Innovation Challenge Project.
Our people
To learn more about our dedicated Swinburne Innovation Studio team, visit Our People page.
Become a part of our vibrant innovation and entrepreneurship community
Sign up to the Swinburne Innovation Studio Newsletter or connect with us on LinkedIn to receive the latest news and updates.
Would like to visit us in person?
We are located in the Swinburne Innovation Hub (The Fire Station), 66–68 William Street, Hawthorn VIC 3122. Please enter from McLeod Lane.
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Start-up and spin-off companies for research translation
Learn more about our successful spin-off companies, formed through research partnerships with businesses and industry.
Helping you every step in entrepreneurial life cycle
Entrepreneurial Life Cycle
Ready to innovate?
If you have any questions, need more information or want to know how we can help turn your big idea into a real thing, email us at innovationstudio@swinburne.edu.au.