Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak

Study at Swinburne University of Technology, the Malaysian campus of Australia’s top-ranked university. Don’t miss the chance to get a world-class degree, access innovative facilities, and boost your career prospects. Start your academic adventure in Borneo! 

About Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak

Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus is the Malaysian branch of Australia’s Swinburne University. The university is ranked among the top 1% of universities worldwide and gives students the opportunity to earn a degree with the same academic standards as the main campus in Melbourne. For students wanting world-class education in Borneo, Swinburne Malaysia is a solid choice! 

Studying at Swinburne Sarawak comes with access to facilities that matter. The campus has a CISCO-certified lab, cybersecurity lab, Internet of Things (IoT) lab, Mac Lab, and creative design lab. On top of this, students also get full access to Adobe Creative Cloud on all devices during their studies. 

The university puts a strong emphasis on employability. With a graduate employability rate of 93%, programs are built to prepare students for actual careers in the global job market. Classes are taught in English, which works well for international students. The campus brings together students from more than 40 countries, which creates a diverse community where you’ll make friends from all over the world. 

Kuching, the capital of Sarawak in East Malaysia, is where you’ll find the campus. The city is safe, reasonably priced, and regularly appears on lists of Southeast Asia’s most livable places. As a student here, you get to experience city life alongside cultural events and can easily reach natural attractions whenever you want a break from studies!  

Study fields:

Arts: Design, Photography, Web Design

Economics & Business: Accounting, Business, Economics
Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management, Marketing

Engineering: Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Materials & Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Telecommunications & Network Engineering

Health and Human Sciences: Media & Communications

Science & Mathematics: Computer Science, Environmental Science, Information Technology

Economics & Business: Business Administration (MBA)

Accomodation:

Swinburne Sarawak offers on-campus housing in its Student Village, with single and double rooms. Priority is given to international and first-year students.  

Many international students also live off-campus. Riverine Resort is a popular choice as it’s located near Kuching city center just 10 minutes’ drive from the university. 

FAQ about Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak

Questions about studying at Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak? We know it is an exciting but big step! Here are some of our most frequently asked questions.

Yes, international students must obtain a student visa to study at Swinburne University of Technology. You can apply for your visa as soon as you receive the Official Offer Letter, usually 3 months before the semester starts. 

Student visa requirements may vary depending on nationality, so be sure to consult with the Malaysian embassy in your home country for specific details.

Want to learn more about visas for studying abroad? Check out our FAQ for more info on student visa.

To apply to Swinburne University of Technology, you will need: 

  • A scanned copy of the identification page of your passport 
  • Academic results and certificate 
  • Proof of certified English proficiency test results  
  •  If applying for credit transfer include certified and translated syllabi from your previous or current study program. 


The required documents to apply to Swinburne University of Technology may vary depending on your nationality and study program. Reach out to us for clear guidance on what documents you need! 
 

Yes, insurance is a requirement for the student visa. You can either purchase one through EMGS during your visa application or purchase any similar insurance independently. 

Learn more about study abroad insurance in our FAQ.

Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak offers scholarships for international students. These include merit-based awards for students with strong academic performance and partial tuition fee waivers for postgraduate and research programs. 

Learn more about study abroad scholarships and get our best tips on how to write a scholarship application.

Swinburne University of Technology ranks in the top 1% of universities worldwide at #291 in the QS World University Rankings.  

The university is AACSB-accredited and has strong programs in STEM fields. It’s ranked as the 2nd best university for mathematics and computer science by the CTWS Leiden Rankings. 

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Next semester dates:

Spring 2027

Semester dates: March 2nd – May 30th, 2027*
Deadline: December 15th, 2026*
*Tentative date

Fall 2027

Semester dates: September 1st – December 7th, 2027*
Deadline: June 10th, 2027*
*Tentative date

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Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak


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