With the growing demands of human kind and the toil taken towards a better life, the need has emerged for a drastic improvement in the quality of life. The decisive need for development has resulted in Industry 4.0, a catalyst of connectivity and interaction among parts, machines and humans. It is believed that the Industry 4.0 initiative will create an enormous production and efficiency dividends. This is in addition to the improvement of the quality of life and environmental outcomes which would result from Industry 4.0. The Juncture between Design, Business, Engineering and Information Systems The Swinburne Manufacturing Futures Research Institute is the strategic juncture between design, business, engineering and information systems. The focus of the institute is on the development of industrial innovation leaders of tomorrow and addressing questions of national importance.

Other issues of significance include the role of Australia in bespoke manufacturing of high value goods, developing of new materials, making the Australian manufacturing base more agile and productive and also the implementation of Industry 4.0 strategies. The Combination of Experience and Knowledge The Institute combines Swinburne’s capabilities with the complementary know-how and expertise of its partners. The combination of these factors will result in solutions of global magnitude. Partnering with Global Industry Leaders The Institute will draw on existing partnerships with Shandong University, Coventry University, Stuttgart University (ARENA), CSIRO, Siemens, Boeing, Ford, Sandvik, Tata amongst others. New strategic international links will also be formed.

Providing an Environment Conducive to Innovation As per the university ethos of investing in quality and the commitment to development, Swinburne has invested significant capital towards its new venture. The success is measured through delivery of high-impact solutions to industry and through commercialization of iconic projects via start-ups and new enterprises formed. The ‘living lab’ environment of the Manufacturing Futures Research Institute will challenge research orthodoxy by forging interactions of fundamental science and applied research with real-world imperatives. Be a part of Innovation from the comfort of your own home The Nawaloka College of Higher Studies which is a household name in Sri Lanka, synonymous with quality, has partnered with the Swinburne University of Technology. The partnership will bring provide Sri Lankan youth opportunities to make them globally competitive.

The study programs conducted at NCHS are identical to that of Swinburne, Australia and follow the same curriculum, methods of teaching and evaluations, ensuring high quality and international standards. The facilities at NCHS are built according to the specifications of Swinburne, ensuring that the students have nothing but the best! This enables Sri Lanka students to enjoy the high standards of Swinburne from the comfort of their own homes. Industry-Informed and Industry-Engaged Education The demands of the industry are that students receive a holistic education, ensuring that the students have the practical knowledge needed to cope with industry requirements. Keeping this as the foundation of its programs, Swinburne takes pride in its Industry- Infor med and Industry- Engaged Education. Due to this, Swinburne graduates are amongst the most employable graduates produced globally.

To learn on how you too can plan your future together with a prestigious Swinburne program at NCHS, call 0777 899 998/ 0115 899 998 or email info@nchs. edu.lk today.