Swinburne is a world-ranked university leading the way in innovation, industry engagement and social inclusion. Our education, high-quality research and industry partnerships create positive change for students, staff and the community. Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation. A desire to innovate and bring about positive change motivates our students and staff. The result is in an institution that grows and evolves each year. Over 100 years ago Swinburne began with a simple premise: to provide technical education to a sector of society otherwise denied further education. History For over a century Swinburne has committed to innovative education, strong industry engagement and social inclusion. The journey The vibrant, multicultural and student-focused university you know today boasts over 50,000 students from all walks of life. In 1909, however, the first class enrolled merely 80 young men. Swinburne offered training and education in plumbing and mechanics. We offered classes with the very first computers. Since the digital revolution Swinburne has been providing cutting-edge education. Our media programs and bio-research are just two examples. We continue to focus on emerging technologies, industry engagement and flexible learning options. We ensure we adapt and evolve with the times. We deliver relevant education for our students today, and tomorrow. George Swinburne Swinburne University of Technology’s founder George Swinburne was a man of strong ideals. He wanted to establish a technical college in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs to serve those without access to further education. Swinburne still holds firm to these founding principles of equal opportunity, student-focused learning and industry engagement.