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Swinburne University of Technology

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

089746M

Campuses

Hawthorn

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines24-Feb-2026

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Duration 8 month(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,960 / year

Next Intake 24-Feb-2026

Diploma of Science (UniLink)

About

Overview

The Diploma of Science (UniLink) can be your first step towards building a career in science, equipping you with fundamentals in physics, biology, chemistry and mathematics.

You’ll learn how to conduct research and solve conceptual problems, gain practical skills in data modelling and computer-based analysis, as well as obtaining a broad understanding of laboratory analyses and chemical reactions.

You will have an opportunity to work both individually and as part of a team. The topics covered seek to blend a range of key scientific skills and knowledge required by current and projected industry needs.

Why UniLink?

Our UniLink diplomas are designed to provide a seamless connection from diploma to bachelor degree. They’re an alternative pathway – with a next gen difference! You’ll join our thriving Hawthorn campus community and gain access to all the same Swinburne facilities and support as your degree peers, with the addition of tailored support. You’ll have access to increased one-on-one time with your experienced teachers, English language development and learning support, smaller class sizes and increased class time to further develop the skills you need to succeed.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admissions

Successful completion of Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.

Non-Year 12 entry

Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit.

Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or equivalent overseas qualification.

General Mathematics studies must be equivalent to the Year 12 Further Mathematics subjects (i.e. VCE Further Mathematics 3 and 4) that include topics in data analysis, recursion and financial modelling, matrices, networks and decision mathematics, geometry and measurement, graphs and relations.

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English Program Requirements

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

IELTS overall band of 5.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 5.0.
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes EAP 4 Upper Intermediate with overall 65%, and all skills 60% 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.

Book your Pearson Test of English

Career

Your career opportunities

After completion of the chosen bachelor degree, graduates may find employment in a wide range industries and associated areas.

Forensic or environmental scientist
Pathologist or biologist
Sustainability analyst
Astrophysicist or meteorologist
Mathematician or physicist
Chemist or biochemist

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,960

Application Fee

AUD

How to Apply

To apply online, you will need these supporting documents

Certified copies of your previous academic results.
Certified English language proficiency test results (IELTS, PTE or TOEFL).
Letters from your school or employer.
If you do not meet the Year 12 design prerequisite a portfolio will need to be submitted for assessment (except for the Swinburne Foundation Year (Design)).
A Statement of Activity if there is a gap in study (for example, if you graduated secondary education in 2017 and are applying for one of our courses in 2019, we will require a written statement of what you have been doing in 2018).

If you are applying for credit, you must include course outlines and translated (English) copies (if required) from your previous or current course.