Fee-Free UniReady
Get the skills to step straight into Swinburne.
Your free pathway to university
Finish school without an ATAR? Want to change careers but haven’t studied before? Our Fee-Free UniReady course is for you – because university is for everyone.
This course will give you all the skills you need to enter university, with flexible study on-campus and online, supportive classes and no prerequisites to apply.
Duration
18 weeks
(1 semester)
ATAR
Not required
Location
Online and on campus
(Hawthorn)
Outcome
Direct entry into degree courses
Foundational
Build the skills and confidence you need to enter and succeed at university.
Flexible
Study via a blend of online and on-campus lessons that fit your lifestyle.
Supportive
Get one-on-one help from teachers and Success Coaches when you need it.
Inclusive
Gain a direct pathway towards your ambitions regardless of your background.
Your direct pathway to a degree
What will I learn?
This course is taught by experienced Swinburne teachers and includes four subjects focused on foundational skills.
Foundational skills
All students take these subjects
- Academic Writing and Communication
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Digital Literacy and Research
- Mathematics for University
What degrees can I enter?
On successful completion, students can enter the Bachelor degrees below.
Direct entry
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Health Sciences
- Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology
- Bachelor of Science
What is the commitment?
Fee-Free UniReady has a total length of 18 weeks (one semester).
Weekly hours
Total estimated study hours each week
12 hours
Face-to-face learning on-campus (optional) or online
18 hours
Supported or self-guided online study
When do I start?
The Fee-Free UniReady course launches in Semester 2, 2025.
Start date
Semester 2, 2025
Monday, 4 August
Who can apply?
You’re eligible for the Fee-Free UniReady course if you:
- are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a Permanent Resident of Australia, or a Humanitarian or Pacific Engagement visa holder
- live in Victoria for the duration of your study
- are 17 years or older
Please note that places are limited, so don’t wait to apply!
Frequently asked questions
You must be:
- an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a Permanent Resident of Australia, or a Humanitarian or Pacific Engagement visa holder
- live in Victoria for the duration of your study
- are 17 years or older
Places are limited, so apply early.
Yes. The course offers a flexible blend of on-campus and online study, allowing you to balance study with work and other commitments.
You’ll have access to one-on-one help from teachers and dedicated Success Coaches, along with academic and career support. Learn more: swinburne.edu.au/student-support-services
Expect around 30 hours per week, including:
- 12 hours of on-campus or online learning
- 18 hours of supported or self-guided online study
Yes. Swinburne is committed to inclusion and accessibility. Visit swinburne.edu.au/accessibility-services
Email us, book a 1:1 or contact the Future Students team by calling 1300 794 628 (option 2).