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Associate Degree in Applied Technologies
Overview
As of 2025, the Associate Degree of Applied Technologies will replace our Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology (22479VIC) streams in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering. Note that the Advanced Diploma of Engineering Technology – Electrical (UEE62122) stream will continue.
This course provides you with core concepts in a range of engineering disciplines, and equips you with the practical skills and in-depth knowledge to become a technical expert in sectors such as manufacturing, IT, engineering and more.
Students of this course will select from three newly-developed specialisation streams, similar to majors, which will determine the specific components of your course.
Please note: as we finalise details of this course, Semester 1 2025 applicants are encouraged to apply, and can expect to hear from Swinburne with confirmation on the course's specialisations by early February.
Want help applying for midyear 2025?
Get tailored, on-the-spot support with your application at drop-in application week (Mon 30 June–Fri 4 July) – whether you’re enrolling fresh or switching courses.
Skills you’ll learn
- Complex problem solving
- Computer-aided drafting (CAD) 2D and 3D
- Data acquisition, control and automation system design (Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering)
- Computer integrated manufacturing system
- BIM and REVIT specialist (Civil and Mechanical Engineering)
- Fluid power operated engineering circuits (Mechanical, Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering)
Your career opportunities
- Engineering associate
- Technical officer
- Engineering Technician
- Mechanical foreman
- Building services engineer
- Digital construction technician
Qualifications
Final entrance requirements for this program are currently under review and are subject to change. We encourage you, however, to submit an application or contact us directly to discuss your eligibility.
- Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent , such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.
- Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification or International Equivalent (including Certificates, Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Associate Degrees and/or higher qualification).
Non Qualification Entry
- Applicants without a formal qualification may be considered for entry if they have significant and relevant work experience.
- Students will also require evidence of mathematical and English ability, such as a STAT test.
English language requirements
Satisfactory completion of one of the following:
- IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
- Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65% or above
- or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.
Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?
A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.
Course prerequisites
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any English (except EAL) or 25 in English as Alternate Language (EAL) or equivalent.
- VCE Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 20 in any Mathematics.
If students do not meet the prerequisite subject requirements listed above, they must provide alternative evidence of their mathematical and English proficiency, such as a STAT test.
Admission requirements
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. Check admission requirements for general information about the admission process.
Other requirements
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee offer of a place. See Admissions at Swinburne, for general information about admission process.
Credit transfer
Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Recognition of prior learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis.
How credit points work
To qualify for the award of the Associate Degree in Applied Technologies students must successfully complete 200 credit points.
What your course could look like
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
| Core units | |
|
Engineering Materials
Core unit , 12.5 credit points |
EAT10003 |
|
Working in Industry 4.0
Core unit , 12.5 credit points |
EAT10008 |
|
Computer Aided Drafting and Design
Core unit , 12.5 credit points |
EAT20001 |
|
Engineering Skills and Ethics
Core unit , 12.5 credit points |
EAT20036 |
|
Preliminary Mathematics
Core unit , 12.5 credit points |
MTH10019 |
Choose your specialisation units
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Urban Water Management
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE20016 |
|
Topographic Engineering
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE20017 |
|
Apply Principles and Testing of Concrete and Soil
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE20018 |
|
Design of Concrete Structures
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE20019 |
|
Geometric Design and Construction of Roads
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE20020 |
|
Building Information Modelling for Model Coordination
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
CVE20021 |
|
Engineering Mechanics
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT10002 |
|
Energy and Motion
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT10005 |
|
Engineering Capstone Project
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20035 |
|
Project Management Practice and System Engineering
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20039 |
|
Apply Technical Mathematics
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
MTH20018 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Engineering Mechanics
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT10002 |
|
Energy and Motion
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT10005 |
|
Predictive Engineering Analytics
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20022 |
|
Engineering Capstone Project
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20035 |
|
Project Management Practice and System Engineering
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20039 |
|
Fluid Power Engineering Systems
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20040 |
|
Manufacturing Process
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20041 |
|
BIM for HVAC system
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20042 |
|
Machine Design
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20043 |
|
Thermodynamic and Fluid Mechanics
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20044 |
|
Apply Technical Mathematics
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
MTH20018 |
| Units of study | Unit code |
|---|---|
|
Engineering Mechanics
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT10002 |
|
Energy and Motion
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT10005 |
|
Engineering Capstone Project
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20035 |
|
Electrical and Electronic Circuits
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20037 |
|
Instrumentation and Control Systems
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20038 |
|
Project Management Practice and System Engineering
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20039 |
|
Fluid Power Engineering Systems
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20040 |
|
PLC Programming and SCADA
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20045 |
|
Robotics and Automation
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20046 |
|
Electrical Machines for Industrial Applications
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
EAT20047 |
|
Apply Technical Mathematics
Specialisation unit, 12.5 credit points |
MTH20018 |
2025 tuition fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$9,314
Total fee* ($AUD)
$18,628
2025 tuition fees
Yearly fee* ($AUD)
$0.00
Fees are estimates only
Published student tuition fees for 2025 unit enrolments in HE Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and Undergraduate Full Fee Paying (FFP) are subject to change based on individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees may vary for units studied in future years, with part-time fees being proportionally lower depending on the number of units taken per semester. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.
Fees are estimates only
The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.
How do I pay my fees?
HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to you if you are eligible and enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of your contribution amount. You can also choose to pay your fees up front.
International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.
To pay your fees:
- log in to My Financials
- check your Australian bank account details are correct
- check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
- pay using your preferred payment method.
Eligibility for HECS-HELP
You are eligible for a HECS-HELP loan if you have been offered a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for an undergraduate degree at Swinburne or a UniLink course, and you:
- are an Australian citizen and doing at least one unit of your course in Australia; or
- hold a permanent humanitarian visa and will be living in Australia for the duration of your course; or
- hold a New Zealand Special Category visa and meet the special eligibility requirements for New Zealand citizens.
Student services and amenities fee
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
The fee shown in the capped amount for 2025.
This funding serves to improve the student experience at Swinburne. You may use many or just some of the services and amenities that the fee provides.
This amenities fee is included within your annual tuition fee listed above. The fee shown is the capped amount for 2025.
Please refer to the Student Services Amenities Fee page for more information.
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$365.00
SSAF fee* ($AUD)
$365.00
Scholarships
Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.
Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.
When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 20 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.
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Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.
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