What are Timely applications?
Timely is your first chance to apply for courses through VTAC. By applying for courses during this window, you can:
- lock in your VTAC preferences earlier
- pay the lowest application fee ($83 for current Year 12 students).
Timely applications for 2027 intake opened on Monday 3 August and will close at 5pm on Monday 28 September.
You will still be able to apply for courses through your VTAC account after the Timely period. However, you will need to pay a higher application fee.
What's on at Swinburne
Don't miss your chance to learn about your future study area at Swinburne:
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Fashion Portfolio Workshop
10am Tuesday 22 September
Are you getting ready to apply for fashion courses? Get expert advice on how to plan, produce, and present a portfolio that makes your university application stand out.
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VTAC help and course consultations
Get the right advice. Book a one-on-one appointment with a course adviser.
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Why make Swinburne your #1 preference?
Real experience
Guaranteed Work Integrated Learning in all our bachelor's degrees that connects you to your career, faster.
Real skills
Build real-world expertise with next gen facilities, creative learning, and innovation in every course.
Real connections
From student clubs to mentoring and support services, you’ll have no problem finding your place (and your people!) at Swinburne.
Key dates
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3 August 2026
VTAC applications open. Apply now via VTAC.
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1 September 2026
Early Entry Program offers start being released
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28 September 2026
Timely VTAC applications close
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9 October 2026
VTAC SEAS and scholarship applications close
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10 December 2026
ATARs are released (check the ATAR Calculator!)
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6 science-backed VCE study hacks
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Frequently asked questions
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Frequently asked VTAC questions
Learn everything you need to know about VTAC and applying to Swinburne, including arranging preferences, Change of Preference, offers, important dates and more.
Keep exploring
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2027 Early Entry Program
The only university in Victoria with ATAR-free entry for all eligible courses. Applications close Friday 27 November 2026.
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What I Wish I Knew podcast
Our resident experts spill their top tips to get through Year 12 – and get more for your ATAR – in a podcast you won’t want to miss.
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ATAR Calculator
Ready to find your perfect course? Our ATAR Calculator matches your predicted or actual ATAR with a list of Swinburne courses available in your study area of interest.
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Year 11 & 12 Hub
Preparing to make the exciting leap from school to university? Consider this your hub for everything you need to know – from exam prep to helpful resources on preferencing Swinburne.
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Pathways to university
You do not need to have a specific academic history or perfectly linear plan to pursue a certain course or career. There are alternative pathways to get into a bachelor degree – you might just need a little help finding these options.
Connect with Swinburne
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