Diploma of Engineering (UniLink)
By studying the Diploma of Engineering, students will learn about standard engineering practices and principles. They’ll gain a broad knowledge of material analysis, kinematics, and sustainable practices, and will learn how to make evaluations and calculations when designing and planning a project.
Awarded by
Swinburne University of Technology
Overview
About this course
The Diploma of Engineering (UniLink) is a university pathway programme designed to prepare you for undergraduate engineering study at Swinburne University of Technology. It provides a strong foundation in engineering practices and principles, covering material analysis, kinematics, sustainable practices, and project design — while also developing the academic and communication skills needed for university success. This programme is ideal for students who want to progress into a Swinburne bachelor's degree in Engineering with advanced standing of up to one year, studying in a supportive environment with smaller class sizes and more one-on-one time with lecturers. There are three intakes each year (February, June, and October).
Why choose this course
Guaranteed pathway to Swinburne bachelor's degrees in Engineering
University-style learning with smaller classes and dedicated academic support
Covers core engineering fundamentals: materials, kinematics, and sustainable design
Three intakes per year for flexible entry
Internationally recognised qualification through Swinburne's UniLink pathway
What you will learn
Apply standard engineering practices and principles to design challenges
Analyse materials and understand their mechanical properties
Understand kinematics and dynamic systems
Incorporate sustainable engineering practices in project planning
Make evaluations and calculations for engineering design projects
Develop academic and professional communication skills
Skills you will gain
At a glance
Level
Diploma
Duration
8 months
Full-time
Location
Intakes
N/A
Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirement
Sri Lankan GCE A-Level
Satisfactory completion of a minimum of three subjects.
UK/Cambridge A-Level
Satisfactory completion of a minimum of three subjects; or
Predicted grade: minimum of three passes and minimum score of six.
Other Recognized Pathways
Successfully completed an Australian recognized foundation programs in Sri Lanka.
English Proficiency Requirement
Sri Lankan GCE O-level
C grade for English Language in Sri Lankan GCE O-level and successful completion of Sri Lankan GCE A-level.
Sri Lankan GCE A-level
C grade for General English.
UK/Cambridge GCE O-Level
C grade or four.
UK/Cambridge GCE A-level
C grade in one of: AS or A level general paper, AS or A level general studies, AS or A level English Literature, AS or A level English Language and Literature, or AS or A level English language.
IELTS (Academic Module)
Overall, 5.5 with no individual band below 5.0.
PTE Academic
42 (no communicative skill less than 36)
Course Structure
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Course Facts
Location
Colombo
Duration
8 months | full-time
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