Diploma to degree pathways

Pathways Direct

Pathways Direct is a streamlined process for Swinburne students to progress from their diploma into a bachelor degree. 

Upon completion of your diploma or advanced diploma you may have access to a range of single, double and specialised degrees. Learn about your pathway and credit options, so you’re ready to apply. 

Local Swinburne students can apply for further study using the online application system.
International Swinburne students can apply by completing the online course transfer request form. 

Any academic credit from completed study will be calculated and applied to your new course.

UniLink diplomas

If your study goal is a bachelor degree, but you miss direct entry, or you’d benefit from a more supportive style of learning, a UniLink diploma is a great way to get started.

UniLink diplomas take eight months to complete, and successful completion provides seamless entry into a bachelor degree, with advanced standing.

The classroom content in a UniLink diploma is based on bachelor degree courses, but they offer more contact hours, smaller class sizes and more one-on-one time with your teachers, so you’re really set up for success.  There are three intakes each year (February, June and October), so you can progress to a related bachelor degree sooner rather than later.

Check out the different UniLink diplomas to choose the course that’s right for you. And if you need some further advice or support, we encourage you to speak with a Future Student Adviser by booking a one-on-one appointment.

Pathways for non-Swinburne students

If you have completed studies at another educational institution, you may be eligible to receive credit, which means you could complete a degree sooner.

The amount of credit received is based on the course you have studied and the relevance to the degree you're applying for, with us.