The Swinburne Foundation Year is a pre-university programme designed to facilitate a seamless transition into university life by enhancing study and learning capabilities. This programme not only ensures that you meet the entry prerequisites for your chosen course but also succeed in higher studies.
The curriculum includes a broad spectrum, providing students with an overall understanding of business, engineering, and IT. The aim is to empower students with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about their future degrees upon the completion of the foundation year. Furthermore, the foundation places a strong emphasis on cultivating essential soft skills and language development,
Upon successful completion of the Swinburne Foundation Year, students gain eligibility for enrollment into the preferred degree at Swinburne, provided the entry criteria and prerequisites are met.
For those not opting for immediate transfer into a bachelor's programme, Swinburne offers the option to continue studies locally through the UniLink Diploma programmes available at NCHS. This allows students to seamlessly progress into the first or second year of a Swinburne bachelor's degree.
For applicants with pending Sri Lankan O-level/A-level results , please consult with NCHS for further information about your options.
Find out more about accepted English language tests and minimum entry score requirements. Read more
| Teaching Period 1 (Core units - Four (4) units must be selected) | |
|---|---|
| Academic and Communication Skills A | COM00002 |
| General Maths | MTH00011 |
| Innovation and Change | INV00001 |
| Information Technology | COS00005 |
| Teaching Period 2 (Core units - Two (2) units must be selected) | |
|---|---|
| Global Communication | CMS00001 |
| Academic and Communication Skills B | COM00003 |
| Teaching Period 2 (Elective units - Two (2) unit must be selected) | |
|---|---|
| Accounting | ACC00020 |
| Product Development, Design and Technology | DPD00001 |
| Introduction to Health Science | HEA00002 |
| Marketing | MKT00003 |
| Foundation Mathematics | MTH00012 |
| Physics | PHY00001 |
Upon successfully completing the Swinburne Foundation Year program, students can progress to:
CRICOS 00111D, RTO 3059, TEQSA PRV12148 Australian University.