The School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies offers courses in science, chemistry and biotechnology, physics and astronomy, mathematics, computer science, software engineering and information technology.
All courses combine a strong theoretical foundation with a practical industry focus, which creates graduates highly valued by employers in Australia and overseas. All students are given the opportunity to engage with our world-class researchers and research facilities.
Our departments and centres
Explore our courses
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STEM student groups
School groups are an ideal way for students studying science, engineering and technology to network, make friends and build job-ready skills. There are several groups available, including Engineers Without Borders Swinburne and Women in STEM.
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Computing Technologies Capstone and WIL Project Program
The Computing technologies capstone and WIL project program offers a unique and invaluable opportunity for both our students and industry partners. This program is designed to foster collaboration on solving real-world industry challenges, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and practical application.
Our people
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Professor Enzo Palombo
Professor Enzo Palombo
Dean (Interim), School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies -
Associate Professor Ant Sowards
Associate Professor Ant Sowards
Associate Dean, Education and Student Experience -
Dr Sara Webb
Dr Sara Webb
Associate Dean, Innovation and Engagement -
Dr Sivachandran Chandrasekaran
Dr Sivachandran Chandrasekaran
Associate Dean, Growth and Program Innovation -
Professor Andrew Clayton
Professor Andrew Clayton
Associate Dean Research (Interim), School of Science, Computing, and Emerging Technologies -
Associate Professor Brenton Hall
Associate Professor Brenton Hall
Department ChairDepartment of Physics and Astronomy -
Associate Professor Caslon Chua
Associate Professor Caslon Chua
Department ChairDepartment of Computing Technologies -
Professor Federico Frascoli
Professor Federico Frascoli
Department ChairDepartment of Mathematics -
Associate Professor Francois Malherbe
Associate Professor Francois Malherbe
Department ChairDepartment of Chemistry and Biotechnology
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Associate Professor Irene Moser
Associate Professor Irene Moser
Academic Director (Pathways) -
Dr Vito Butardo
Dr Vito Butardo
Academic Director (Partnerships) -
Dr Nicole Ronald
Dr Nicole Ronald
Academic Director (Work-Integrated Learning) -
Associate Professor Francois Malherbe
Associate Professor Francois Malherbe
Department ChairDepartment of Chemistry and Biotechnology -
Professor Duncan Forbes
Professor Duncan Forbes
Academic Director (Research Training) -
Professor Jun Zhang
Professor Jun Zhang
Academic Director (Research Training) & Director, Cybersecurity Lab -
Dr Sivachandran Chandrasekaran
Dr Sivachandran Chandrasekaran
Associate Dean, Growth and Program Innovation
Professional staff
| Name |
Position |
Contact |
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| Fransisca Indriarini |
Executive Assistant to the Executive Dean |
findriarini@swinburne.edu.au or Dean-SchoolofSCET@swinburne.ed.au |
| Susan Lloyd-Angol | Senior Manager, School Operations | slloydangol@swinburne.edu.au |
| Jessicah Johnson | Manager, Academic Services | jmholder@swinburne.edu.au |
| Alyana Eau | Manager, Research Services | aeau@swinburne.edu.au |
| Debbie Lim | Research Coordinator (School of Science, Computing, and Emerging Technologies) | SoSCET-Research@swinburne.edu.au |
| Jen Leong | Research Coordinator (School of Science, Computing, and Emerging Technologies) | SoSCET-Research@swinburne.edu.au |
| Tatiana Tchernova | Research Coordinator (School of Science, Computing, and Emerging Technologies) | SoSCET-Research@swinburne.edu.au |
| Simon Parsons | Research Coordinator (ASTRO 3D & Centre for Dark Matter) | astro3drc@swinburne.edu.au or sparsons@swinburne.edu.au |
| Dymphna McQuay | Academic Support Officer (Computing Technologies) | SoSCETsupport@swinburne.edu.au |
| Francis Bloch | Academic Support Officer (Mathematics & Physics and Astronomy) | SoSCETsupport@swinburne.edu.au |
| Stephanie Kleores | Academic Support Officer (Chemistry and Biotechnology) | SoSCETsupport@swinburne.edu.au |
Latest news
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Celebrating Swinburne’s next generation of researchers
- Technology
- Health
- Education
- Business
- Science
- Sustainability
- Engineering
Swinburne’s inaugural Research Festival brought together Higher Degree by Research students and early career researchers to learn, share and connect.
Monday 27 July 2026 -
Swinburne celebrates 2025 School Teaching Excellence Awards winners
- University
- Education
Swinburne has announced the 2025 recipients of its annual School Teaching Excellence Awards. This year, 27 educators have been awarded for their excellence in delivering innovative assessment design and teaching strategies, building industry-engaged curricula, and enhancing student engagement through unique and authentic learning experiences.
Tuesday 14 October 2025 -
Indigenous students explore the cosmos through Swinburne’s astrophysics program
- Astronomy
Indigenous students explored astrophysics at Swinburne, connecting science and culture while building pathways to future careers in STEM.
Friday 19 September 2025 -
If quantum computing is answering unknowable questions, how do we know they’re right?
- Science
A new Swinburne study is tackling the paradox - if quantum computing is answering unknowable questions, how do we know they’re right?
Tuesday 16 September 2025 -
Five surprising ways quantum is changing the world in areas you wouldn’t expect
- Technology
- Science
As the world celebrates the Year of Quantum, here’s five unexpected ways quantum will change the way we operate, explained by Swinburne experts.
Thursday 07 August 2025
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Contact the School of Science, Computing and Emerging Technologies
For general enquiries, call 1300 794 628 to speak with our friendly team. You can also email us at dean-schoolofscet@swinburne.edu.au.