Are you a Swinburne student currently residing in China?

We’ll be regularly updating this page as more details are confirmed, to inform you about your options for studying your online Swinburne courses at an Overseas Learning Centre. Please check back regularly. 

The OLC is being set up to support this student cohort, providing students with a high-quality online learning experience that incorporates a physical learning space with extra supports from learning facilitators.

Swinburne coursework students who currently remain in China are welcome to complete Semester 2 2021 studies at the China OLC located at:

  • Shandong University of Science and Technology, Jinan Campus 山(东科技大学济南校区)
     

Facilities and resources

  • modern learning space and IT support
  • advanced library service system
  • superb sporting facilities
  • warm and comfortable school dormitory
  • clean and tidy student canteens.
     

Student support and services

  • lectures will be conducted remotely (online) by Swinburne (Melbourne) staff, and qualified local learning facilitators will provide in-person academic supports
  • face-to-face English language support
  • learning sessions with other students from the same program
  • regular club and social activities with other OLC students
  • access to study area, libraries, computer labs, accommodation, dining, and social areas on campus.

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Shandong University of Science and Technology, Jinan Campus
山东科技大学济南校区

Shandong University of Science and Technology (SDUST), founded in 1951, offers multidisciplinary education in engineering, science, management, literature, law, economics and education with unique engineering characteristics. It is a key construction university of Shandong Province for producing graduates with advanced practical abilities. It is co-built by Shandong Provincial People's Government and the former State Administration of Work Safety.

The University now has three campuses — Qingdao, Tai’an and Jinan — covering a total area of 253 hectares with a space of 1.46 million square meters. The total value of fixed assets of the university is RMB 3.015 billion and the total value of teaching and research instruments and equipment is RMB 796 million. The Swinburne Overseas Learning Centre will be based at the Jinan campus.

Find out more
  • Smart classroom in Shandong University of Science and Technology
    Smart classroom in Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • Students walking in the snow at Shandong University of Science and Technology campus
    Students walking around campus at Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • Students walking around campus at Shandong University of Science and Technology
    Students walking around campus at Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • Basketball court at Shandong University of Science and Technology
    One of the sporting facilities at Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • Running track around an athletic oval at Shandong University of Science and Technology
    One of the sports facilities at Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • The library at Shandong University of Science and Technology
    The library at Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • Library in Shandong University of Science and Technology
    The library in Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • The health center at Shandong University of Science and Technology
    The health center at Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • A teaching space at Shandong University of Science and Technology
    A teaching space at Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • A teaching space at Shandong University of Science and Technology
    A teaching space at Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • Female teacher working with a students as they present to the class
    Classroom in Shandong University of Science and Technology
  • Female teacher talking with a student in a classroom full of students
    Classroom in Shandong University of Science and Technology

Meet your fellow students

  • Xiaodong

    Postgraduate business student

    "The Learning Centre at SDUST not only provides us with professional tutors to help us solve academic problems, but also provides specialised classrooms and a dedicated network to help us meet our needs."
     

    "学习中心不仅为我们提供专业的导师来辅导我们的解决学术问题, 还提供了专门的教室以及专线网络为我们解决上课需求."

  • Yunda

    Undergraduate games and interactivity student

    "Although my time studying at the Learning Centre has not been too long, it is definitely memorable. It gives me an on-campus university life that I have never had before, taken away by a pandemic."


    "来学习中心的时间虽然没有很久, 但绝对印象深刻. 它给了我之前从未有过的, 被疫情夺走的大学校园生活."

  • Siyu

    Postgraduate business student

    "Looking back at the past few months at the SDUST Learning Centre, I have benefited a lot. I have met so many teachers and new fellow students."


    "回顾在山东科技大学这几个月的时光, 令我受益良多. 认识了很多老师, 也结识了很多新同学."


How to apply

Step 1:

Complete the registration form to express your interest in applying for the OLC program. 

Step 2:

Eligible students will receive an invitation from Swinburne to submit an official OLC application.

Step 3: 

Once successful the OLC registration and deposit payment will then be required to confirm your place within the program.
Note: Limited spaces are available and will be offered on a first come first serve basis.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the OLC?

The OLC is open to students who are enrolled in Swinburne coursework programs that are available for online delivery, including ELICOS, Foundation, UniLink, PQP, UG and PG.

Are all students who have decided to study courses in the 2021 second intake in China required to register at OLC?

No. Students can choose to continue studying online at home; however, students will benefit from extra learning supports if joining the OLC. 

If the travel ban in Australia changes and students wish to return to Melbourne for the rest of the semester, can students terminate their study at the OLCs at any time?

Yes, students can stop learning at an OLC and return to their Melbourne campus without penalty.

Are there any differences in timetables, teaching modes, learning materials and assessment modes at the OLCs in China compared to studying at home or at the Melbourne campus?

Teaching settings (including materials, timetables, assessment modes) in each online delivery unit will be provided in the same way to all students enrolled in the unit, regardless of study locations. Students at the OLC will receive additional face-to-face consultation and academic supports from learning facilitators. 

Can students who have been enrolled at an OLC still apply for a visa to Australia?

Yes, students can submit visa applications while they are studying at the OLC.

For new students, do they need a valid Australian student visa before they can enrol at the OLC?

An Australian student visa is not required for enrolling at the OLC. 

Which courses will be supported at the OLC?

All courses offered via online delivery mode in Semester 2 2021 (academic year) will be supported at the OLC.

How many subjects can I enrol in?

Students is encouraged to follow study plan suggested by the CAS team.

What are the working hours for the learning facilitators and support staff at the OLCs?

The hours are 5am to 10pm China time (GMT+8). Students can have individual consultations or communicate with the facilitators and support staff via WeChat or emails during working hours.

Can I use the facilities and learning resources offered at the OLCs in China?

Yes, students will have access to study area, libraries, computer labs, accommodation, as well as dining and social areas on campus.

If students choose to study at an OLC, will the university where the OLC is located arrange for the use of on-campus dormitories?

The OLCs will arrange accommodation for students on campus.

What is the cost of the dormitory at these OLCs?

The cost of on-campus housing at the OLCs is RMB 3,000 per semester for female rooms (twin-shared with ensuite) and RMB 1,800 per semester for male rooms (twin-shared without ensuite).

Do I need to pay additional fees to join the OLC?

OLC academic supports are provided to students with no additional cost. Students are responsible for cost of accommodation, living expenses, insurance, COVID test and health check-up (if required by SDUST).

Will students live with other Swinburne students?

Yes, students will be accommodated with other Swinburne students.

Is there a difference in tuition fees between OLC students and non-OLC students in China?

Tuition fees for the same course or unit will have no difference between studying at the OLC or online from home. Additional learning supports are provided to OLC students with no extra cost.

Will the Swinburne LinkedIn Scholarship (30 percent) or Swinburne International Excellence Scholarship (30–75 percent) still be accessible if students enrol at an OLC?

Enrolling in OLC has no impact on students’ eligibility in receiving the LinkedIn Scholarship or the International Excellence Scholarship (if applicable).

If the Australian government lifts the travel restrictions in the middle of the second semester, will Swinburne close the OLCs?

The OLC will be open throughout the semester, regardless of the travel restriction status.

Can I terminate my enrolment at the OLCs if the travel restriction is lifted?

Yes, students can choose to terminate their enrolments at the OLC and return to Melbourne campus without penalty.

Have any questions?

If you need any further information about our Overseas Learning Centres, please email our China office via yunlu@swinburne.edu.au. 

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