At Swinburne, our students have countless opportunities to get involved whether that be through internships and placements, becoming a peer mentor or volunteering.
See what our students have to say about their Swinburne journey.
Business students
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Student life
Shaleha's story
Diploma of Library and Information Services | Business
With the skills and knowledge from her course, Shaleha is prepared to step straight into the industry once qualified.
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Student life
Sherry's story
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping | Business
Once a migrant student at Swinburne, Sherry is now a Student Success Coach dedicated to supporting migrant students.
Design students
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Student life
Kieran's story
Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) (Honours) | Design
Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) (Honours) student Kieran turned competing in a class competition to a full-time design career.
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Student life
Andrea and Thomas' story
Bachelor of Design (Communication Design)(Honours) | Design
Bachelor of Design (Communication Design) (Honours) student's Andrea and Thomas saw their work rolling through the city on a tram.
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Student life
Nellie's story
Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design | Design
With a design diploma from Swinburne, Nellie has reached first place in Australia and competed on a world stage.
Engineering students
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Study abroad story
Alan's story
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) | Engineering
Alan completed a virtual internship in the world of product design in China without even leaving Australia.
Information Technology students
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Student life
Ben's story
Certificate IV in Cyber Security | Information technology
Former head chef Ben pivots from the kitchen with a newfound passion in cyber security.
Trades students
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Student life
Melinda's story
Certificate III in Engineering – Mechanical Trade | Trades
Melinda was unsure of her future until a lightbulb moment in Year 12 launched her into a trades career from strength to strength.
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Student life
Nathan's story
Certificate III in Carpentry | Trades
Studying a trade can be overwhelming as the path to becoming fully qualified is not always easy – even when pursuing a field that you love.
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Student life
Tori's story
Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship – Carpentry | Trades
Tori is a carpentry apprentice who understands the perseverance needed to enter the industry as a woman.
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Student life
Michael's story
Certificate III in Plumbing | Trades
After a career change in his thirties, Michael eventually becomes a fully qualified plumber (and electrician).
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Student life
Matthew's story
Certificate III in Carpentry | Trades
Matthew’s journey from law to carpentry highlights the importance of aligning career choices with personal values, and the power of support networks in achieving success.
