Swinburne University: Committed to Taking Best Care of Sri Lankan Students during COVID-19
View(s):Swinburne has increased its support for international students in recognition of the additional challenges they are facing as a result of the COVID-19 situation.
Dedicating to supporting students in time of need
International students are an integral part of the Swinburne community and we are dedicated to supporting them to continue achieving their education and professional goals.
The university has set up the Swinburne Student Emergency Fund to help students experiencing financial difficulties. It has contributed over $500,000 to the fund, with additional donations coming from philanthropic partners and staff wanting to offer their support. Students have also been given details of the other financial support options available to them from Swinburne, the government and other organizations at this time.
Online learning to continue studies
To allow more time to adapt to online learning, the Census date has been extended for Higher Education students. The due date for tuition fees has also been extended to 31 May 2020.
The university urges international students needing further support or to discuss their study options are encouraged to contact Swinburne’s International Student Advisers on isa@swin.edu.au or +61 3 9214 674.
Furthermore, students can also continue to access general health services, counselling and psychological support through Wellbeing at Swinburne free of charge.
Start in Sri Lanka, Graduate in Australia
Nawaloka College students undertake Foundation and/or Diploma programs in Sri Lanka before transferring for a final two/ three years to complete their Swinburne bachelor degree program in Melbourne, Australia.
In order to continue the education in Sri Lanka without hitches, Nawaloka College has successfully launched its e-learning platform. Students are given access to a hassle free portal through which classes are conducted and no delays to the existing time table occur.
“Our students have been responding very well to online learning. We are pleased to report that studies continue without delay and students are occupied during the current pandemic” a member of the academic staff stated.
“The online classes have been a new experience for me. It is easy to concentrate and understand the lessons in the sessions” Aadhil Rimsan stated on behalf of the students. Aadhil explained that the students look forward to the lectures and that it is a highlight in their day.
Nawaloka College of Higher Studies
The Nawaloka College consists of world class facilities including a modern engineering laboratory, a well-equipped computer lab and a resourceful library. The institute operates under the vision to excel in the higher education field of the country, shaping today’s young minds into tomorrow’s leaders.
A well experienced Swinburne faculty will lead the local academics ensuring that students are exposed to an international learning experience. Academic programs will follow the same syllabuses, method of delivery and evaluation methods as the Swinburne University. During the Co-vid 19 pandemic, lecturers will take all measures to ensure that students are safe and keep abreast of their studies. Individual coaching and support is available to all students, be in Sri Lanka or post transfer to Australia, Malaysia or USA.
For more information on how Nawaloka College is responding to the pandemic, as well as to inquire on the status of Nawaloka Alumni in other parts of the world, please contact us on 077 7 899 998 or email info@nchs.edu.lk