About Swinburne University Of Technology In Malaysia
| Campus setting |
Suburban |
| Living cost |
RM 1,200 per month |
| Student population |
Small (1,000 or less) |
| International students |
20% |
| Institution type |
Private |
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Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus is the international branch campus of the Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne, Australia. The Sarawak campus opened in Kuching, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Sarawak, in 2000.
Why Study in Swinburne University of Technology in Malaysia
The campus is a partnership between Swinburne Australia and the Sarawak government. The campus is part of a long-term strategy by Swinburne Australia, established in 1908, to globalize its operations and provide its students with international living, working, and learning opportunities.
Since it was first set up, Swinburne Sarawak has been growing rapidly. The custom-designed campus has a current student population of 4,000. Apart from Malaysia, students hail from more than 60 countries, making it a truly international university.
Only 15 minutes away from the heart of Kuching city and nestled within commercial and residential areas, the 16.5-acre campus offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, science, commerce, computing, and design that are identical to those of its home campus in Australia. Also offered are postgraduate research programs at Ph.D. and masters in these disciplines as well as the MBA (International) and MA (TESOL). Also included are the one-year foundation programs in business, design, information technology/multimedia, engineering, and science. A range of English language proficiency programs is also available.
Students may complete their degrees entirely in Kuching or transfer to one of its campuses in Melbourne to complete them.
These courses are a fraction of the cost of studying in Australia and parchments are awarded by Swinburne Australia.
Applied professional emphasis and direct placements in the industry are a feature of many of its undergraduate courses. The focus on practical training is an integral part of the course structure and the university is well known for producing employment-ready graduates.
Swinburne Sarawak maintains a strong technology base and important links with industry. It aspires to be a research-intensive university and is developing its research capability with a focus on areas relevant to the industry. With state-of-the-art facilities, it conducts research on information security, mechatronics engineering, software engineering, and business as well as education and e-learning.
General Admission Entry Requirements
If you meet the minimum entry requirement, you may be selected for one of our courses. However, meeting the minimum requirements doesn’t guarantee that you will be selected.
You may be offered a place once we have assessed:
- your formal academic qualifications and results
- if you meet any course prerequisites
- your compliance with English language requirements
- if you meet any legal or administrative requirements (see below) the availability of student places and learning resources.
- For some courses, an assessment of your personal capabilities and aptitude is also made.
Intakes Dates at Swinburne University of Technology in Malaysia
| Courses |
Intake Dates |
| Foundation |
3 January, 27 February, 3 July, 4 September, 2 October |
| Diploma |
27 February, 4 September |
| Degree |
3 January, 27 February, 4 September |
| ELICOS |
27 February, 6 June, 4 September |
| Master of Arts (TESOL) |
27 February, 4 September |
| Master of Business Administration (International) |
27 February, 15 May, 31 July, 16 October |
| Master of Construction Management |
27 February, 4 September |
| Master of Human Resource Management |
27 February, 15 May, 31 July, 16 October |
| Master of Information Technology |
27 February, 31 July |
Campus Information Of Swinburne University Of Technology
Swinburne's Sarawak campus is the international branch of the Swinburne University of Technology in Australia. The campus is situated in Kuching, the capital city of the East Malaysian state of Sarawak. The city is known for its relaxed lifestyle, clean environment, greenery and friendly people. It is only a short distance from many beautiful beaches and nature reserves.
The Sarawak campus offer courses in business, design, engineering, IT and science as well as postgraduate studies by coursework and research.
Facilities and services
Modern, custom-designed buildings house lecture theatres and halls, computer and research labs, a state-of-the-art digital resource centre, auditorium, cafeterias, student lounge and sporting facilities.
There are many recreational clubs and activities, making campus life interesting and colourful. Students living on-campus are within walking distance, or are only a short drive away, from the city centre. Many students also live in the residential areas near the campus.
Getting there
The campus is only 15 minutes away from the Kuching city centre.
The campus is located along Jalan Simpang Tiga in Kuching and is a 10-minutes’ drive from the city centre. There are many places for shopping, dining and entertainment in the vicinity of the university. For example, the Spring shopping mall is within walking distance from the campus, and is a popular haunt among students.
Swinburne University Of Technology Accommodation Malaysia
On-Campus accommodation
The University’s on-campus hostel is located along Jalan Simpang Tiga and can accommodate 478 students. Full-time international and outstation students are given priority to reside at the hostel. First-year Foundation/Degree students are encouraged to reside at the hostel. The on-campus hostel offers a conducive environment with 24-hour security and general supervision.
Rooms are furnished with:
- Bed with mattress
- Study table with shelf and chair
- Wardrobe
- Fan
- Blinds / Curtain
- Mirror
- Lighting
- Air conditioning unit (optional)
The hostel blocks are furnished with:
- Hostel equipped with CCTV surveillance and door access system
- Bathrooms and toilets on each floor
- Common lounge with TV and sofa set
- Kitchen/ dining area equipped with refrigerator, gas stove and microwave oven
- Laundry facilities (coin-operated washing machine & dryer)
- 24-hour security guards on duty
- Hot and cold water dispenser
- Free wireless internet access
- Reading/visitors area
To reserve a room, a booking fee is required. Payment of rental is to be made in full for each term.
Fees:
- Option A - Twin sharing with fan: RM 95.00 (RM 380.00 deposit)
- Option B - Single room with fan: RM 155.00 (RM 620.00 deposit)
- Option C - Twin sharing with air-conditioning: RM 152.50 (RM 610.00 deposit)
- Option D - Single room with air-conditioning: RM 232.50 (RM 930.00 deposit)
Off-Campus accommodation
Off-campus accommodation is available at Tabuan Plaza apartments, located within a reasonable distance from the campus.The apartment units are equipped with security access terminal for the safety of its tenant. A complimentary shuttle service to and from the campus is provided to Tabuan Plaza. Each room is furnished with:
- single bed
- Study table and chair
- Wardrobe
- Fan and curtains
- Students share a common area
- kitchen and two bathrooms
The apartment comes with a dining set and refrigerator. Students are advised to book at least six weeks ahead and a booking fee is required.
Programme Outline
Foundation
- Swinburne Foundation Studies (Business)
- Swinburne Foundation Studies (Design)
- Swinburne Foundation Studies (Engineering/Science)
- Swinburne Foundation Studies (Information Technology/Multimedia)
Diploma
Postgraduate Courses in Swinburne University of Technology
Academic Facilities and Resources
Swinburne Sarawak is equipped with the latest educational technologies and all subjects have a web presence in addition to the usual face-toface delivery by academic staff .
With an excellent computer-to-student ratio, students have quick access to the Internet and the database of Swinburne University in Melbourne to facilitate their learning and research work. All computers are linked with high-end networking infrastructure via high-speed leased lines.
Learning facilities include mechatronics workshops, electrical and electronics workshops, computer laboratories, a lecture theatres, lecture rooms equipped with computers and projectors, and a state-of the- art digital resource center.
The university is continually developing its infrastructure and other facilities to create an ideal learning environment for its students. Among them is a lecture theatre that seats 350 students, highly advanced engineering and science labs as well as computer labs. Its library accommodates 700 students and provides learning resources and services to support the university’s teaching, learning, and research programs. Its services and facilities are specially designed to integrate modern digital technology with traditional information resources. All functions are fully automated with the Library Management Software Services or ANGKASA. The library provides access to the Web Online Public Access Catalogue for bibliographic search and loan status information of library material via the internet. It is equipped with a growing range of printed, electronic, and audiovisual reference material to support the work and research by students and academic staff.
