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The Sportsperson of the Year Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises a Swinburne student who demonstrated outstanding achievement and sporting ability at UniSport Nationals. Selection Process No nomination is required. The winner will be the student with the strongest verified competition results and will be announced at the SSA Student Life Awards Night.

The Swinburne Spirit Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises a competitor who demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, team spirit and positive representation of Swinburne at UniSport Nationals. Selection Process The winner will be selected through a vote by competitors who attended UniSport Nationals and announced at the SSA Student Life Awards Night.

The Team of the Year Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises the Swinburne sports team that achieved the strongest competitive result at UniSport Nationals. Selection Process No nomination is required. The winner will be determined based on verified competition results and announced at the SSA Student Life Awards Night.

The Overall Club of the Year Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises the most outstanding club across all four Club of the Year categories: Academic Cultural and Spiritual Social Sports No separate nomination is required for this award. Only the winners of the four Club of the Year categories will be considered. Your club must demonstrate: A varied and engaging membership offering Good governance and teamwork A meaningful contribution to the Swinb

The Club of the Year Sports Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises an outstanding SSA-registered sports club that has delivered an engaging member experience, demonstrated strong governance and teamwork, and made a meaningful contribution to the Swinburne community. Sports clubs must submit a self-nomination to be considered for this award. Your club must demonstrate: A varied and engaging membership offering Good governance and teamwork A meani

The Club of the Year Social Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises an outstanding SSA-registered social club that has created an engaging member experience, demonstrated strong governance and teamwork, and made a meaningful contribution to the Swinburne community. Social clubs must submit a self-nomination to be considered for this award. Your club must demonstrate: A varied and engaging membership offering Good governance and teamwork A meaning

The Club of the Year Cultural and Spiritual Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises an outstanding SSA-registered cultural or spiritual club that has delivered an engaging and inclusive member experience, demonstrated strong governance and teamwork, and made a meaningful contribution to the Swinburne community. Cultural and spiritual clubs must submit a self-nomination to be considered for this award. Your club must demonstrate: A varied and enga

Ever feel like uni processes are confusing or hard to navigate? The Swinburne Advocacy Service is popping up around Hawthorn campus in May to connect with students and provide information on how we can help you navigate your uni journey. Where to find us: 19th May (11am – 2pm) – Wakefield gardens – Stress Less Fest 20th May (11am – 2pm) - Outside GS building (next to the SSA free BBQ) 21st May (11am – 2pm) – Outside the Success Hub Come catch us for games, freebies and a chat

Get prepared for your studies with our Student Survival Guide. This resource provides helpful tips, support information, and guidance to help you succeed throughout your academic journey at Swinburne. The Student Survival Guide is designed to help you navigate your academic journey with confidence. Whether you're new to Swinburne or continuing your studies, this guide offers practical advice and key resources to support your success. You can download the Student Survival Guid

Have you got an idea for a new club, sport, or community at Swinburne? Expressions of Interest are currently open, but the deadline is approaching fast! This is your opportunity to build a community and bring students together. If you are interested in being a founder of something new, please make sure you complete your EOI as soon as possible.

Submitting assessments on time is crucial in academic settings. If you submit an assessment task after the due date without an approved extension or special consideration, you will face penalties. Late Submission Penalty Details A 5% late penalty will be deducted from your marks for each calendar day that your submission is late. This penalty applies for up to a maximum of seven days. After the seventh day, your assessment task will receive a mark of zero. Additionally, you m

A New Opportunity for Students The SSA is excited to announce that we are now an official sponsor of the Work and Development Permit (WDP) scheme. This initiative, run by the State Government, allows us to support vulnerable and disadvantaged current, prospective, and alumni Swinburne students. We offer a non-financial pathway to resolve fine debt. If you are eligible, you can work off your fines by assisting the SSA Events & Experience team. This role will involve tasks that

The Club of the Year Academic Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises an outstanding SSA-registered academic club that has delivered an engaging member experience, demonstrated strong governance and teamwork, and made a meaningful contribution to the Swinburne community. Academic clubs must submit a self-nomination to be considered for this award. Your club must demonstrate: A varied and engaging membership offering Good governance and teamwork A

The People’s Choice Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises the self-nominated club that receives the most support from Swinburne students. Eligibility All self-nominated clubs are eligible for this award. Selection Process This award is decided by popular student vote. There are no separate written selection criteria. The club that receives the most votes will be named the People’s Choice Award winner and celebrated at the SSA Student Life Awards

The Committee Member of the Year Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises an outstanding club committee member who has demonstrated initiative, personal growth and a meaningful commitment to improving the student experience at Swinburne. Eligible committee members must submit a self-nomination to be considered for this award. You must demonstrate: Initiative in developing the member experience Continued learning and reflection A meaningful contrib

The Event of the Year Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises an outstanding club event that successfully engaged members, supported the club’s goals and created a meaningful impact within the Swinburne or wider community. Clubs must submit a self-nomination for the event to be considered for this award. Eligibility All self-nominated club events are eligible for consideration. Selection Criteria 1. Describe the event, including who was involved, w

The New Club of the Year Award, presented as part of the SSA Student Life Awards, recognises an outstanding new club that has created an engaging member experience, demonstrated strong teamwork and made a meaningful contribution to the Swinburne community. Eligibility The club must have registered with SSA for the first time in 2026. Only one application may be submitted per club. Your club must demonstrate: A varied and engaging membership offering Good governance and teamwo

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University life can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re struggling with your studies, thinking about your future career, or dealing with personal challenges, Swinburne offers a range of services to support you. Below is a quick guide to some of the key support options available. Need additional study support? Study and learning support If you’re finding assignments confusing, falling behind, or just want to improve your academic skills, the

If you’re dissatisfied with a decision, service, or action at Swinburne, you have the right to make a complaint. While the process can feel uncomfortable, it exists to ensure concerns are considered fairly. Swinburne Advocacy Service (SAS) can support you to understand your options and navigate each step. Not happy with something? You can make a complaint about most parts of your university experience. This might relate to academic matters such as grades or assessment, admini