The School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies offers courses in science, chemistry and biotechnology, physics and astronomy, mathematics, computer science, software engineering and information technology.

All courses combine a strong theoretical foundation with a practical industry focus, which creates graduates highly valued by employers in Australia and overseas. All students are given the opportunity to engage with our world-class researchers and research facilities.

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  • STEM student groups

    Two female students discuss robotics in the classroom

    School groups are an ideal way for students studying science, engineering and technology to network, make friends and build job-ready skills. There are several groups available, including Engineers Without Borders Swinburne and Women in STEM.

    Find out more (STEM student groups)

  • Computing Technologies Capstone and WIL Project Program

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    The Computing technologies capstone and WIL project program offers a unique and invaluable opportunity for both our students and industry partners. This program is designed to foster collaboration on solving real-world industry challenges, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical application.

    Find out more (Computing Technologies Capstone and WIL Project Program)

Our people

Professional staff

Name
 Position
 Contact
Fransisca Indriarini
 Executive Assistant to the Executive Dean
 findriarini@swinburne.edu.au or Dean-SchoolofSCET@swinburne.ed.au
Susan Lloyd-Angol Senior Manager, School Operations slloydangol@swinburne.edu.au 
Jessicah Johnson Manager, Academic Services jmholder@swinburne.edu.au
Alyana Eau Manager, Research Services aeau@swinburne.edu.au
Debbie Lim Research Coordinator (School of Science, Computing, and Emerging Technologies) SoSCET-Research@swinburne.edu.au
Jen Leong Research Coordinator (School of Science, Computing, and Emerging Technologies) SoSCET-Research@swinburne.edu.au
Tatiana Tchernova Research Coordinator (School of Science, Computing, and Emerging Technologies) SoSCET-Research@swinburne.edu.au
Simon Parsons Research Coordinator (ASTRO 3D & Centre for Dark Matter) astro3drc@swinburne.edu.au  or
sparsons@swinburne.edu.au
Dymphna McQuay Academic Support Officer (Computing Technologies) SoSCETsupport@swinburne.edu.au
Francis Bloch Academic Support Officer (Mathematics & Physics and Astronomy) SoSCETsupport@swinburne.edu.au
Stephanie Kleores Academic Support Officer (Chemistry and Biotechnology) SoSCETsupport@swinburne.edu.au

Latest news

  • How entrepreneurship saved Aussie lives when COVID-19 hit

    Scientists in blue lab coats, masks and screen protector shields work in a laboratory surrounded by machinery
    • Technology
    • Science
    • Engineering

    Swinburne alum Jefferson Harcourt spearheaded the rapid development of thousands of ventilators early in the COVID-19 pandemic, saving countless lives

    Read more (How entrepreneurship saved Aussie lives when COVID-19 hit)
    Friday 04 November 2022

  • Celebrating Swinburne’s next generation of researchers

    • Technology
    • Health
    • Education
    • Business
    • Science
    • Sustainability
    • Engineering

    Swinburne’s inaugural Research Festival brought together Higher Degree by Research students and early career researchers to learn, share and connect.

    Read more (Celebrating Swinburne’s next generation of researchers)
    Monday 27 July 2026

  • We traced a powerful radio signal to the most distant source yet – a galaxy billions of lightyears away

    Artist’s impression of a record-breaking Fast Radio Burst, passing from a distant host galaxy to the Milky Way. ESO/M. Kornmesser
    • Astronomy
    • Technology

    Every day and night, hundreds of thousands of intense, brief flashes of radiation suddenly flicker on and then off all across the sky. These “fast radio bursts” are invisible to the naked eye, but to a radio telescope many almost outshine everything else in the sky for a few thousandths of a second.

    Read more (We traced a powerful radio signal to the most distant source yet – a galaxy billions of lightyears away)
    Friday 20 October 2023

  • Swinburne celebrates 2025 School Teaching Excellence Awards winners

    • University
    • Education

    Swinburne has announced the 2025 recipients of its annual School Teaching Excellence Awards. This year, 27 educators have been awarded for their excellence in delivering innovative assessment design and teaching strategies, building industry-engaged curricula, and enhancing student engagement through unique and authentic learning experiences.

    Read more (Swinburne celebrates 2025 School Teaching Excellence Awards winners)
    Tuesday 14 October 2025

  • Microsoft, IBM and Google are racing to develop the first useful quantum computer. Ultracold neutral atoms could be the key.

    • Technology

    Swinburne University of Technology has been exploring ultracold neutral atoms for two decades.

    Read more (Microsoft, IBM and Google are racing to develop the first useful quantum computer. Ultracold neutral atoms could be the key. )
    Monday 30 June 2025

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Contact the School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies

For general enquiries, call 1300 794 628 to speak with our friendly team. You can also email us at dean-schoolofscet@swinburne.edu.au.

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