Swinburne University of Technology
About
The Swinburne University of Technology is a public research university in Melbourne, Australia. It is the modern descendant of the Eastern Suburbs Technical College established in 1908, renamed Swinburne Technical College in 1913 after its co-founders George and Ethel Swinburne. It has three campuses in metropolitan Melbourne: Hawthorn, where its main campus is located; Wantirna; and Croydon, as w...
The Swinburne University of Technology is a public research university in Melbourne, Australia. It is the modern descendant of the Eastern Suburbs Technical College established in 1908, renamed Swinburne Technical College in 1913 after its co-founders George and Ethel Swinburne. It has three campuses in metropolitan Melbourne: Hawthorn, where its main campus is located; Wantirna; and Croydon, as well the Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus in the East Malaysian state of Sarawak. It also offers courses online and through its partnered institutions in Australia and overseas.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 200 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 57 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 15,725
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 28.4 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 41%
- Female : Male
- 43 : 57
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
27 subjectsUS News
20 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =37 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Space Science | =48 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =62 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =62 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Civil Engineering | =62 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =84 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Optics | =86 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Artificial Intelligence | =88 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =102 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =138 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =165 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Green and Sustainable Science and Technology | =167 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | =178 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =265 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =284 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =297 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | =401 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =441 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =764 | 66.9 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =917 | 66.9 | 2026 |
QS
23 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Architecture | 201-260 | - | 2026 |
| Civil & Structural Engineering | 201-275 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Psychology | 301-330 | - | 2023 |
| Engineering & Technology | =321 | 64.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 351-400 | - | 2025 |
| Natural Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Business & Management Studies | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 501-600 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
THE
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 151–175 | 52.0 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 151–175 | 54.9 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 151–175 | 48.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 176–200 | 50.8 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 201–250 | 43.1 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 201–250 | 45.3 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 201–250 | 37.7 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 251–300 | 42.1 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 301–400 | 31.0 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 401–500 | 36.7 | 2026 |
Organization Structure
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View DetailsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Swinburne University of Technology?
Swinburne University of Technology's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 291, THE Rank 251–300, ARWU Rank 201-300, US News Rank =146.
When was Swinburne University of Technology founded?
Swinburne University of Technology was founded in 1908.
What are the top subjects at Swinburne University of Technology?
Top subjects at Swinburne University of Technology include: Automation & Control, Business Administration, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Space Science.
Where is Swinburne University of Technology located?
Swinburne University of Technology is located in Melbourne, Australia.