Undergraduate - Flinders University

2008-2009 

undergraduate 

international 

prospectus

Adelaide 

South Australia 

Annemarie Menne 

from Germany 

Graduate, Bachelor 

of Psychology 

(Honours), 2005 

“I love it here in 

Adelaide. The people 

are extremely 

friendly and openminded. 

I have 

also met so many 

great people here at 

Flinders.” 

Disclaimer 

Flinders university reserves the right to alter any course or topic contained 

herein without prior notice. 

the information in this publication was correct at the time of printing 

(October 2007). 

australian qualifications are recognised in most countries, however if you 

wish to gain professional recognition within another country outside australia 

upon completion of your studies, you are advised to approach the relevant 

professional body to discuss your proposed program of study, prior to 

commencing your studies.

award Course area 2008 annual 

Fee ($ aud) 

2009 annual 

Fee ($aud) 

duration 

(Years) 

Intake 

(S1/S2) 

CrICOS ter eynesbury 

Foundation 

MuFY a Levels IB diploma ueC OaC Indonesian 

SMa 

Bachelor applied geographical Information Systems 17,476 18,200 3 S1 052031g 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 29 

aquaculture 18,604 19,300 3 S1, S2* 023582e 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 30 

archaeology 16,349 17,000 3 S1, S2 024778g 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 31 

arts 15,221 15,800 3 S1, S2 002633F 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 32 

Behavioural Science (Psychology) 17,903 18,600 3 S1 023580g 80 380 290 8 27 20 72 8.2 80 85 34 

Biodiversity and Conservation 18,604 19,300 3 S1, S2* 039816e 65 339 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 35 

Biotechnology (Honours) 18,604 19,300 4 S1, S2 002634e 80 380 290 7 27 20 72 8.2 80 85 36 

Business 15,593 16,200 3 S1, S2 058294B 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 37 

Commerce (accounting) 15,593 16,200 3 S1, S2 058295a 70 339 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 38 

Commerce (Finance) 15,593 16,200 3 S1, S2 058296M 70 339 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 38 

Creative arts (digital Media/drama/Screen Studies) 16,349 17,000 3 S1 >> digital Media (058429C) and Screen Studies (048586F) streams. audition required for drama (048585g) stream. Please refer to the course information for further details. 41-43 

Creative arts (Writing) 15,221 15,800 3 S1 043145e Portfolio required for Creative Writing 44 

Cultural tourism 15,221 15,800 3 S1, S2 024780B 65 317 260 6 24 25 60 7.0 65 70 45 

disability and Community rehabilitation 15,221 15,800 4 S1, S2 058482J 65 317 260 6 24 25 60 7.0 65 70 46 

ecotourism 18,604 19,300 3 S1, S2 020921d 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 47 

education - early Childhood/arts 15,221 15,200 4 S1 058431J 70 360 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 48 

education - Junior Primary/Primary/arts 15,221 15,200 4 S1 051683a 70 360 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 49 

education - Junior Primary/Primary/Science 17,476 17,500 4 S1 051684M 70 360 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 49 

education - Middle School/arts 15,221 15,200 4 S1 051685K 70 360 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 50 

education - Middle School/Health Science 17,476 17,500 4 S1 055065F 75 360 280 7 25 23 66 7.8 75 80 50 

education - Middle School/Science 17,476 17,500 4 S1, S2 051686J 70 360 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 50 

education - Secondary/arts 15,221 15,200 4 S1, S2 051687g 70 360 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 51 

education - Secondary/Health Science 17,476 17,500 4 S1 055066e 75 360 280 7 25 23 66 7.8 75 80 51 

education - Secondary/Science 17,476 17,500 4 S1, S2 051688g 70 360 270 7 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 51 

engineering (Software) 18,604 19,300 4 S1, S2* 043038g 75 360 280 7 25 23 66 7.8 75 80 53 

environmental Health 18,604 19,300 3 S1 007926g 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 54 

environmental Management 15,593 16,200 3 S1, S2 020062J 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 55 

environmental Science 18,604 19,300 3 S1, S2* 036355J 65 339 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 56 

Forensic and analytical Chemistry 18,604 19,300 3 S1 023581F 65 325 260 6 25 23 66 7.0 65 70 57 

government and Public Management 15,593 16,200 3 S1, S2 052033e 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 58 

Health Sciences 17,476 18,200 3 S1 020920e 70 339 270 7 25 23 66 7.4 70 75 59 

Information technology 17,476 18,200 3 S1, S2 020067d 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 60 

Innovation and enterprise (Science and technology) 15,593 16,200 1 S1, S2 048607F applicants must be enrolled in an approved science or engineering degree at Flinders & have completed the mimimum no. of units required or be deemed by the course coordinator to be sufficiently prepared. 61 

International Studies 15,221 15,800 3 S1, S2 020064g 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 62 

International tourism 15,221 15,800 2 S1, S2 056882J applicants must have completed a minimum of one year of relevant full time study in an approved degree from an approved tertiary institution. † 63 

Justice and Society 15,221 15,800 3 S1, S2 020065F 65 317 260 6 24 25 60 7.0 65 70 64 

Laws and Legal Practice • 16,400 17100 4.5 S1 033057K 90 412 310 12 33 5 90 no direct entry 90 95 66 

Marine Biology 18,604 19,300 3 S1, S2* 033068g 65 339 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 67 

Medical Science 18,604 19,300 3 S1 028940C 80 370 290 9 27 20 72 8.2 80 85 68 

Medicinal Chemistry 18,604 19,300 3 S1, S2* 039958B 70 339 270 6 24 25 60 7.4 70 75 69 

nanotechnology (Honours) 18,604 19,300 4 S1 036372g 75 360 280 7 25 23 66 7.8 75 80 71 

nursing (Pre-registration) ^ 16,349 17,000 3 S1 005195K 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 72 

nursing (Post-registration) ^ 15,221 15,800 1 S2 019740g applicants must provide documentary evidence of eligibility for registration with a nurses’ registration authority in australia or country in which they originally registered 72 

nutrition and dietetics 19,731 20,500 4 S1 028941B 95 430 320 13 35 5 90 no direct entry 90 95 73 

Paramedic 19,506 20,300 3 S1 052035C 85 395 300 11 28 18 82 no direct entry 85 90 74 

Psychology (Honours) 17,903 18,600 4 S1 017912J 95 430 320 13 35 5 90 no direct entry 90 95 75 

Science 18,604 19,300 3 S1, S2 055237B 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 76 

Science (Hons) - an enhanced program for high achievers 18,604 19,300 4 S1, S2 011329F 95 n/a n/a 13 35 5 90 no direct entry 90 95 77 

Social Work and Social Planning 15,593 16,200 4 S1 036370K 70 339 270 7 25 23 66 7.4 70 75 78 

Speech Pathology 18,604 19,300 4 S1 004716J 90 420 310 12 33 5 90 no direct entry 90 95 81 

theology 15,221 15,800 4 S1, S2 039962F 65 317 260 6 24 28 54 7.0 65 70 82 

Bachelor accounting 15,593 16,200 2 S1, S2 006623J applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution 39 

(graduate entry) Computer Science 17,476 18,200 2 S1, S2 027822F applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution 40 

education (Junior Primary/Primary) 15,221 15,200 2 S1 058433g applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution 49 

education (Secondary) 15,221 15,200 2 S1 002608g applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution, other than in educational teaching 51 

education (Special education) 15,221 15,200 2 S1 043135g applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution, other than in educational teaching 52 

Laws and Legal Practice • 16,400 17100 3.5 S1 037584K applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution 66 

Medicine/Surgery 39,975 41,600 4 S1 019225e applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution. International applicants must sit either the gaMSat or MCat‡ 70 

nursing ^ 16,349 17,000 2 S1 002701K applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution, other than nursing 72 

Social Work 15,593 16,200 2 S1 020922C applicants must hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution 79 

Special education 15,221 15,200 1 S1, S2* 005264B applicants must have completed one of the following: three year diploma of teaching/bachelor of education degree/one year graduate diploma in education or the equivalent 80 

diplomas Language 15,221 15,800 1 S1 024779F the diploma in Language can only be taken in conjunction with any undergraduate course. 65 

*the university cannot guarantee that a student commencing mid-year will be able to complete these courses full-time in the minimum period normally specified † relevant studies include arts/Humanities, Hospitality, Marketing, Language, Commerce, International Studies, asian Studies, tourism. ‡ gaMSat: graduate Medical Schools admission test. MCat: north american Medical College admission test 

English Language Requirements IELTS: 6.0 (6.0 in writing & speaking) TOEFL: 550 (TWE 4.5) / CBT 213 (essay 4.5) / iBT 80 (writing 20). ^ IELTS: 6.0 (6.0 in all sub-bands) TOEFL: 550 (TWE 4.5) / CBT 213 (essay 4.5) / iBT 80 (writing 20). • IELTS: 7.0 (6.0 in writing & speaking) TOEFL: 577 (TWE 4.5) / CBT 233 (essay 4.5) / iBT 100 (writing 20). 

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welcome 

Flinders university welcomes new international students joining our 

undergraduate programs. 

We place great emphasis on the quality of the international student 

experience. Studying at Flinders enriches students’ life experiences 

and broadens their cultural understandings and professional outlook. 

Our international community includes students from over 80 different 

countries. 

We also have international links with universities and research 

institutions in asia, europe and north and South america. 

Flinders is a member of the International network of universities (Inu) 

comprising a group of 12 universities from 9 different countries. 

We trust you will enjoy living in the cosmopolitan city of adelaide. 

I look forward to welcoming you to Flinders’ beautiful campus. 

Professor dean Forbes 

deputy Vice-Chancellor (International) and Vice-President 

our university 

04 flinders university 

07 research 

08 international links 

10 location 

12 campus 

15 adelaide 

17 south australia 

18 housing 

20 student support services 

23 student exchange and study abroad 

our courses 

24 entry requirements 

26 pathways 

28 faculty information 

29 undergraduate courses: a-z listing 

your application 

85 terminology 

86 useful websites 

87 application guidelines 

87 important dates 

88 application process 

89 application form 

93 eynesbury application form 

to Flinders University 

inspiring achievement 03

Flinders 

University 


established in 1966, Flinders 

university has grown to become 

a model for a modern university 

– successful, progressive and 

dynamic yet still friendly 

and accessible. 

We place high value on innovation 

and excellence in educational 

programs and research across a 

wide range of disciplines. 

We offer a vibrant and stimulating 

environment in which to study and 

have a long-held reputation as the 

“students’ university”. 

as demonstrated by the 2007 Shanghai Jiao-tong university 

academic ranking of World universities, Flinders university is: 

• In the top 10 universities in Australia, 

• In the top 64 universities in the Asia-Pacific region, and 

• In the top 400 universities in the world. 

OUR STUDENTS 

Flinders is a highly diverse 

community with many 

nationalities, cultures, religions 

and languages represented 

among our students. 

We have approximately 16,000 

students and 1600 staff. 

International students make up 

10% of our on-campus student 

population from more than 80 

countries. 

For the past six years, over 90% 

of students expressed satisfaction 

with their overall Flinders 

experience (graduate Careers 

Council of australia Course 

experience Questionnaire). 

OUR CAMPUS 

the Flinders campus is 20 minutes 

south of adelaide’s Central 

Business district. the 180 hectare 

campus offers panoramic views 

of adelaide’s metropolitan coast 

and suburbs. Modern buildings 

and facilities are set on spacious 

grounds of natural australian bush, 

pine forests and gardens. 

the university provides a wide 

range of on-campus services, and 

facilities for students and staff. 

On-campus accommodation 

is available for 560 students. 

the School of Medicine is 

based in the adjacent Flinders 

Medical Centre – the first such 

integration between a medical 

school and a public hospital in 

australia. 

OUR RECOGNITION 

Flinders staff have won national 

recognition for the quality of their 

teaching. We are receiving for the 

second time in three years, the 

nation’s top prize for university 

teaching - the Prime Minister’s 

award for australian university 

teacher of the Year. Flinders also 

won three 2006 national awards 

for teaching excellence; this 

continues our excellent record 

where we have won national 

teaching awards in five of the past 

six years. 

Professor Iain Hay 

Professor of Human Geography 

OUR RESEARCH 

Our courses are supported by 

strong links between teaching 

and research. We consistently 

rank among australia’s top 

universities on a per capita 

basis for research spending, 

and for the citation of our work 

in scientific and professional 

journals. 

Flinders’ approach to research 

is also distinctive. Our size 

and compact main campus 

make meaningful collaboration 

between disciplines a reality. 

this is a significant advantage in 

a world which now recognises 

that many problems are not the 

province of any one discipline, 

and are best tackled by 

multidisciplinary teams. 

OUR ALUMNI 

the Flinders community is truly 

international, with 4000 alumni 

living outside australia across 

more than 80 countries. there are 

established formal alumni chapters 

in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, 

norway and Indonesia. 

Some of our prominent alumni 

include: 

Recipient of Prime 

Minister’s Award 

for Australian 

University Teacher 

of the Year 2006 

“Teaching staff at this University make a point of being accessible to their 

students. Flinders has achieved the right balance of research-informed teaching.” 

• Dr Mamoru Mohri, Japan’s first 

astronaut and director of the 

national Museum of emerging 

Science and Innovation in tokyo 

• Assistant Professor Terry Tao, 

a Professor in Mathematics at 

uCLa in Los angeles and the first 

australian to be awarded the Fields 

Medal, which is considered the 

equivalent of a nobel Prize 

• Film-maker Scott Hicks, who 

earned seven Oscar nominations 

for the film Shine in 1997 

• Professor Rodney Brooks, 

Head of the artificial Intelligence 

Laboratory at MIt and designer of 

the first Mars robots in the 1990s. 


Associate Professor 

Stewart Walker 

Coordinator of 

Bachelor of Technology 

in Forensic and 

Analytical Chemistry 

“My research interests 

are in chemical scientific 

investigations (CSI); 

forensic investigations; 

and improving global 

health, nutrition, 

security and well-being 

by the application of 

advanced analytical 

techniques. Flinders 

research-informed 

teaching means that 

students get to learn 

about performing 

investigations that are 

realistic to forensic 

and analytical science.” 

Research at 


research is a core activity at 

Flinders. We believe investigation 

and enquiry are essential to an 

academic institution and we 

consistently rank among australia’s 

top universities on a per capita 

basis for research spending and 

for the citation of our work in 

professional journals. 

Flinders university is a founding 

member of the Innovative 

research university australia 

(Irua), a group of six 

internationally recognised, studentfocused, 

research-intensive 

universities who share common 

aims, standards and values. 

the majority of our research is 

funded through external research 

grants and, in recent years, 

we have focused strongly and 

successfully on winning support 

for projects involving industry 

partners. 

research is carried out across all 

disciplines in the university’s four 

Faculties - which also offer support 

and supervision for postgraduate 

research students - and in a 

number of specialist research 

centres and areas of Strategic 

research Focus. 

the university’s areas of Strategic 

research Focus are flagship 

collaborative research programs, 

which are selected competitively 

to represent Flinders’ key research 

capabilities, and in which we invest 

significant resources. 

they are: 

• Applied Cognitive Psychology 

• Bioknowledge: Understanding 

and Interpreting australian 

Biodiversity and Landscapes 

• Centre for Analysis of 

educational Futures: Creating a 

knowledge base for educational 

action 

• Flinders Aboriginal Health 

research 

• Flinders Centre for Clinical 

Change and Health Care research 

• Flinders International Asia Pacific 

(FIaP): International Security, 

transnational risk assessment and 

development Solutions 

• Eye and Vision Collaborative 

group 

• Flinders Cancer Control Alliance 

(FCCa) 

• Flinders Research Centre 

for Coastal and Catchment 

environments (FrC3e) 

• Health and Society: Equity, 

wellbeing and the social and 

economic determinants of health 

• Humanities Research Centre for 

Cultural Heritage and Cultural 

exchange 

• Immune Strategies for Improved 

Population Health 

• Medical Devices and 

technologies 

• Musculoskeletal Health: 

expanding and coordinating 

collaborative multidisciplinary 

research and establishing Flinders 

university as a national leader in 

this field 

• Nanostructures and Molecular 

Interactions research group 

• Neuroscience: Researching the 

nervous System in Health and 

disease 

• Social Monitoring and Policy 

Futures network. 


International Links 


Interaction with overseas 

institutions is encouraged at 

Flinders. the university has 

developed links with universities, 

colleges and research institutions 

around the world to provide 

opportunities for student and staff 

exchanges, and to undertake joint 

research and teaching programs. 

Flinders university also offers a 

number of courses offshore. 

Formal links have been developed 

with the following institutions: 

ARGENTINA 

Belgrano university 

CANADA 

Capilano College 

Simon Fraser university 

university of Calgary 

universite Laval 

York university 

CHILE 

Pontifica universidad Catolica de 

Chile 

universidad de talca 

CYPRUS 

university of Cyprus 

DENMARK 

aalborg university 

university of Copenhagen 

department of nursing, Vendsyssel 

FRANCE 

Institut national des Sciences 

appliquees de Lyon 

Institut d’etudes Politiques de 

grenoble 

universite d’avignon et des Pays 

de Vaucluse 

universite Pantheon-assas Paris II 

university Paris-Sud 

GERMANY 

anhalt university of applied 

Sciences 

technische universitat dresden 

university of Freiburg 

university of Heidelberg 

university of Hohenheim 

university of Karlsruhe 

university of Konstanz 

university of Mannheim 

university of Stuttgart 

university of tubingen 

university of ulm 

HONG KONG 

Hong Kong Institute of education 

university of Hong Kong 

HUNGARY 

Budapest university of technology 

and economics 

ICELAND 

university of Iceland 

INDIA 

International Management Institute 

Manipal academy of Higher 

education 

INDONESIA 

gadjah Mada university 

Maranatha Christian university 

Padjadjaran university 

Parahyangan Catholic university 

university of Indonesia 

IRAN 

Film acting School, tehran 

ITALY 

university of Bologna 

university of rome, La Sapienza 

university of rome tre 

JAPAN 

Chuo university 

Fukuhara university Consortium 

Hannan university 

Hiroshima university 

Institute of advanced energy, 

Kyoto 

Kyushu Lutheran College 

nagoya College 

Osaka International university 

ryukoku university 

university of tsukuba 

Waseda university 

Yokohama national university 

KOREA 

Chungnam national university 

Hankook university 

Korea Health university 

Kongju national university 

taegu Health Junior College 

taegu Junior College 

MALAYSIA 

universiti Sains Malaysia 

asian Institute of Medicine, 

Science and technology 

Kolej Shahputra Kuantan 

universiti Malaysia Sarawak 

MEXICO 

universidad autonoma de Baja 

California 

THE NETHERLANDS 

university of Maastricht 

utrecht university 

NORWAY 

BI norwegian School of 

Management 

Bjorknes Privatskole 

Stavanger College university 

PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF CHINA 

Capital university of Medical 

Sciences 

Chinese academy of Social 

Sciences 

dalian Fisheries university 

Fudan university 

Huazhong university of Science 

and technology 

nankai university 

Second Military Medical university 

Shandong Institute of economics 

Capital normal university, Beijing 

PHILIPPINES 

SeaMed Innotech (university of 

the Philippines) 

Adelaide Oval, with Adelaide City in the background 

SLOVENIA 

univerza v Maroboru 

SINGAPORE 

econ Careskill training Centre 

nanyang technological university 

Singapore Institute of Commerce 

SPAIN 

university of Valencia 

SWEDEN 

Malmo university 

Stockholm university 

uppsala university 

TAIWAN 

Chaoyang university of technology 

national Chengchi university 

THAILAND 

Burapha university 

Mahidol university 

Prince of Songkla university 

UNITED KINGDOM 

Keele university 

Manchester Metropolitan 

university 

royal Holloway and Bedford new 

College, university of London 

St georges Hospital Medical 

School, university of London 

university of Leicester 

university of Plymouth 

university of reading 

university of ulster 

university of east anglia 

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 

Butler university 

Columbia university 

Montana State university 

northern arizona university 

Old dominion university 

rutgers, the State university of 

new Jersey 

St edwards university, austin, 

texas 

university of arizona 

university of California 

university of Hawaii at Manoa 

university of Illinois at Chicago 

university of Miami, Coral gables 

university of Missouri 

university of new Mexico 

university of Scranton 

university of texas at austin 


the university is situated 20 

minutes south of adelaide’s central 

business district in a safe and 

attractive location. 

regular bus services run from 

the heart of the campus into the 

city and to nearby beaches and 

shopping facilities. 

Flinders university’s Lincoln 

Marine Science Centre at regional 

Port Lincoln, supports the 

university’s research and education 

programs in marine science and 

aquaculture. 

the university has several rural 

clinical schools across australia in 

partnership with other universities 

for rural and remote health 

practices. 

Location 


Adelaide 

Sydney 

Melbourne 

1-4. Sturt Buildings 

including Intensive english 

Language Institute (IeLI) 

5. a.S.M School 

6. Childcare 

7. Student Housing 

8. university Hall 

9. registry/International Office 

10. Sports Centre 

11. Student Centre 

12. union rosetta’s 

13. Plaza 

14. Security 

15. Library 

16. Humanities 

17. Social Sciences north 

18. Social Sciences South 

19. Law Commerce 

20. Flinders Medical Centre 

21. School of Medicine 

22. Biological Sciences 

23. Physical Sciences 

24. earth Sciences 

25. Information Science and 

technology 

26. engineering 

Adelaide 

View from Victoria 

Square looking north 

down King William 

Street. Only a short 

walk away is Flinders 

International Office 

on Grote Street 



Campus 

With panoramic views 

of the city and nearby 

coast, the Flinders 

campus sits in natural 

bushland among 

thousands of trees. 

Most schools and departments, 

the main library and the registry 

are located on the southern 

section of the campus, built 

around a central lake. a walking 

path provides quick access to the 

Sturt buildings, which house the 

School of education and the School 

of nursing and Midwifery. 

the most recent addition to 

the campus is the australian 

Science and Mathematics School 

(aSMS), built adjacent to the Sturt 

buildings. aSMS is the first school 

in australia to be fully integrated 

with a university. 

the School of Medicine is in 

the adjacent Flinders Medical 

Centre – the first such integration 

between a medical school and a 

public hospital in australia. 

the Flinders university Library 

has four branches and houses 

more than a million books and 

periodicals. 

the campus contains student 

accommodation, shops, cafes, a 

post office, bank, pharmacy, book 

store, travel agent, laundromat, 

religious centre including Muslim 

prayer rooms, and a sports centre. 

a new multi-million dollar building 

program is underway for several 

new building projects over the 

2006-2008 period. these will cater 

for the university’s growth over 

the past ten years. 

One building is for the School of 

Medicine. a second major building 

is for the School of education. a 

third building will be the Science 

Innovation Learning Centre, a 

new first year teaching facility 

for the Faculty of Science and 

engineering. 

a new 2.6 million dollar three-level 

sports and recreation facility will 

adjoin the existing Sports Centre. 


The New Yorker 

Magazine has 

described Adelaide 

as ‘possibly the 

last well-planned 

and contented 

metropolis on earth’ 

Adelaide 

adelaide is the capital city of South 

australia and has a multicultural 

population of over one million 

people. the climate is often 

described as Mediterranean, with 

cool to cold winters (no snow) 

and hot dry summers. the hottest 

months are January and February 

and the coldest is July. 

the economist Intelligence unit 

has rated adelaide as one of the 

top 10 places in the world to 

live. Lonely Planet has acclaimed 

adelaide as “civilised and calm in a 

way that no other australian state 

capital can match”. 

AFFORDABLE 

the latest international statistics 

show that it costs 18% more 

to live in Sydney, 15% more in 

Melbourne, 7% more in Perth and 

5% more in Brisbane. 

an affordable city is a very 

attractive option for many students 

seeking an overseas education and 

adelaide combines this with a high 

standard of living. It has all of the 

facilities and services you would 

expect to find in any large capital 

city. 

Left: The South 

Australian Museum 

Right: View down North 

Terrace, City 

australia enjoys a standard of 

living, which is amongst the 

highest in the world, whilst living 

expenses and tuition costs in 

australia are considerably less 

expensive than in the uK or uSa. 

adelaide is significantly less 

expensive than other australian 

cities and indeed according to 

Mercer Consulting group, adelaide 

is one of the most affordable cities 

in the world in which to live. 

It is advised that students budget 

for between $12,000 - $15,000 

australian dollars to cover the cost 

of living in adelaide for one year. 

(Statistics from Mercer Consulting 

group annual Cost of Living 

Survey, government of South 

australia and government 

of australia department of 

Immigration and Citizenship.) 

ACCESSIBLE 

adelaide is a quick and easy place 

to get around, with bus and train 

services connecting all parts of 

the city, beaches and suburbs. 

International students have 

more time to study and to enjoy 

adelaide’s active lifestyle, because 

they are not sitting in traffic jams 

or travelling long distances. 

ACTIVE 

adelaide’s good weather suits an 

outdoor lifestyle. the city receives 

about 2500 hours of sunshine a 

year. 

the arts and culture are a natural 

part of life here, with more than 

500 festivals. the adelaide Festival 

of arts is widely recognised as 

one of the three great international 

art festivals, alongside edinburgh 

and avignon. the South australian 

Museum houses the world’s 

largest collection of aboriginal 

artefacts. 

adelaide’s cosmopolitan character 

is reinforced by the many lively 

cafes and restaurants dotted 

throughout the city, reflecting 

the huge diversity of its ethnic 

communities and ensuring that 

visitors of all nationalities can feel 

at home. 

Adelaide is the capital 

city of South Australia 

and has a multicultural 

population of over one 

million people. 

Sports enthusiasts can watch 

cricket at the panoramic adelaide 

Oval or spend time at the beach 

scuba diving, surfing or swimming. 

the Mount Lofty ranges around 

adelaide offer many superb 

walking opportunities with over 

1000 km of trails. 

adelaide’s central location makes 

it an ideal gateway for holiday 

adventures throughout australia, 

with roads leading northward 

through the central australian 

Outback and to darwin. Closer to 

home, the Flinders ranges and 

Kangaroo Island are world-class 

tourist attractions. the southern 

and northern edges of the city 

open up to wine growing regions 

including McLaren Vale and the 

Barossa Valley. 



South Australia is the leader of the Australian wine industry, producing most of the nation’s wine. Above: The Barossa Valley 

Above: The Adelaide Central Market 

GLENELG BEACH 

Just 20 minutes from the business 

district and only 10 minutes from 

Flinders university. take the tram 

from the city or the bus from 

campus to this beachside suburb. 

enjoy cafes, pubs and miles of 

clean white sand. You might even 

see a dolphin. 

ADELAIDE CENTRAL MARKET 

the largest fresh produce market 

in the southern hemisphere, with 

over 80 specialist stalls and the 

most visited tourist destination 

in South australia with over 1.3 

million visitors per month. You 

will buy the freshest produce, 

or perhaps join your mates for 

breakfast or coffee. 

FLINDERS RANGES AND 

THE OUTBACK 

the Flinders ranges is nature 

on a grand scale. You will find 

welcoming towns, natural wonders 

and spectacular walking and 

driving trails. the Outback is the 

place to relax under a coolibah 

tree or take a tour spotting stars in 

clear night skies. 

THE FESTIVAL STATE 

not just a licence plate slogan, 

South australia hosts a myriad of 

events and festivals every year. 

noted for our food, wine, and 

arts festivals. Over 400 festivals 

and events are held annually 

throughout the state. 

Left: The Kiosk at Grange Beach 

South Australia 

KANGAROO ISLAND 

no wonder the uK Sunday telegraph 

called Kangaroo Island “one of 

earth’s last unspoilt refuges”. Here 

is an island seven times the size 

of Singapore, literally crawling 

with wildlife. the koalas aren’t 

being cuddled - they are relaxing 

at home in native trees. the seals 

aren’t performing - they are lazing 

beside you on the beach. there 

are echidnas, platypi, goannas, 

wallabies and kangaroos. 

WINERIES OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA 

the State has a diversity of regions 

ranging from the Barossa Valley 

through to McLaren Vale, the 

Coonawarra, the Fleurieu Peninsula 

and across the adelaide Hills region. 

Visit the home towns of Wolf Blass 

and Jacobs Creek to name a few. 



Housing 

UNIVERSITY HALL 

university Hall provides a 

safe, supportive and friendly 

multicultural community that is rich 

in academic and personal support. 

Its position on campus means that 

it is convenient to the full range 

of university academic, sporting 

and social activities. the Hall 

accommodates 232 students, each 

with their own fully furnished bed/ 

study room complete with a direct 

dial telephone and data line for 

Internet access for those with their 

own computers. 

the cost of accommodation for 

2008 is $215.00 per week (usually 

payable in a lump sum at the 

beginning of each term). this 

cost includes 15 meals per week 

provided by a professional catering 

firm and all electricity and water 

costs. Communal kitchenettes 

are available where residents 

may prepare snacks and weekend 

meals. unisex bathrooms are 

shared with several other 

residents. there are also a 

number of in-house tutors who 

are available for help with a range 

of issues of either academic or 

personal nature. 

the Hall is well equipped with 

common areas that include the 

communal dining room, the 

television and common room, the 

‘abbey’ lounge and the Ballroom. 

In addition there is a communal 

computer laboratory, a small 

library, a music room, an art room 

and a tennis/basketball court. 

Student barbeques and social 

functions are also held in the 

grassed central courtyard that 

boasts an outdoor cinema screen, 

the unit gardens and modern 

gazebos. Parking is available in 

a secured car park located next 

to the Hall. a regular bus service 

takes residents to the local 

shopping precinct, the beach and 

to the city. 

DEIRDRE JORDAN VILLAGE 

adjacent to the Hall and 

overlooking the adelaide cityscape 

is the self-catered deirdre Jordan 

Village. the Village complex 

provides students with safe, 

secure and affordable selfcatered 

accommodation with the 

convenience of on-campus living. 

the cost of accommodation for 

2008 is $140.00 per week for a 

Village unit and $125.00 per week 

for a Village townhouse, which 

includes all utilities. 

each of the units contains a 

common living/dining area, a fully 

equipped kitchen, bathroom and 

toilet facilities, secure storage 

space for each resident, generous 

desks, study chairs and a single 

bed in bedrooms, as well as 

individual telephones and data 

connections. all new units have 

airconditioning in the common 

areas. Five units are equipped with 

disabled access facilities. the 

upper level units each have a 

balcony 

with a view while the lower level 

units have a shaded outdoor patio 

area. 

each of the 2 and 3-bedroom 

townhouses contains a common 

living area, a fully equipped 

kitchen, bathroom and toilet 

facilities, secure storage space, 

desks and study chairs and a 

single bed in bedrooms, as well 

as individual telephone and data 

connections. 

the deirdre Jordan Village includes 

a community centre (with a large 

common room, seminar rooms, 

a cafe, music room and a quiet 

room), centralised laundries and 

outdoor recreational and barbeque 

areas. 

Specific townhouses or units 

are available for postgraduate 

and more senior students or for 

undergraduate younger students 

requiring single sex units due to 

cultural or religious requirements. 

OFF CAMPUS 

If you would prefer to live off 

campus, Flinders Housing can help 

you. they run a free, up-to-date 

accommodation service which lists 

private accommodation available 

on the rental market. 

Contact Flinders Housing 

telephone au +61 8 82916000 

Fax +61 8 8291 6006 

email: flinders.housing@flinders.edu.au 

Web: http://www.flinders.edu.au/housing 

There is no better 

way to be a part 

of University life 

than to live within 

the University 

grounds. Flinders 

is the only South 

Australian university 

with on-campus 

accommodation 

in the Adelaide 

metropolitan area, 

and you have two 

options: 

• University Hall 

(catered) 

• Deirdre Jordan 

Village 

(self-catered). 


Student Support Services 

Dr Salah Kutileh 

Head, Student Learning 

Centre 

“My focus is on areas 

that inform my teaching 

and contribute to 

the growing body of 

knowledge of teaching, 

learning and academic 

advising, particularly 

as it pertains to 

international students” 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT 

SERVICES UNIT (ISSU) 

the International Student Services 

unit (ISSu) is specifically designed 

to assist international students 

during their time in adelaide and at 

Flinders. ISSu offers a range of 

services to make your transition 

easier, including airport reception, 

accommodation assistance, 

numerous programs supporting 

your enrolment, study and social 

life. In addition we offer referral to 

services on campus and within the 

local community. 

the ISSu website is at 

www.flinders.edu.au/international/ 

services/ 

AIRPORT RECEPTION 

If requested, a representative from 

the ISSu will meet you at the 

airport and take you to your 

temporary or permanent 

accommodation. 

ACCOMMODATION 

the ISSu website can assist 

students looking for temporary 

and permanent accommodation. 

a transport service is provided by 

the ISSu and Flinders Housing to 

assist you in finding permanent 

accommodation. International 

students are able to book this 

service to view rental properties 

in the weeks preceding semester 

commencement. 

ACTIVITIES 

the International Student Services 

unit runs a number of programs 

during the year such as the 

Orientation program, going Home 

program and weekend trips for 

new students. these programs are 

designed to assist students during 

their time in adelaide and study at 

Flinders. 

WORK RIGHTS 

the australian government permits 

international students to work for 

up to 20 hours per week during 

term and full-time during semester 

breaks. Spouses of postgraduate 

students (ie Masters and Phd) 

are permitted to work full-time 

and those of undergraduates may 

work for up to 20 hours per week. 

ausaId students are required to 

meet with the ausaId Liaison 

Officer before their work rights 

application can be processed. as a 

general rule, ausaId students are 

not permitted to work during the 

semester, unless the work relates 

to their course requirements. 

Students wishing to work must 

get an endorsement on their visa 

once they have arrived in adelaide 

and commenced their studies. this 

may done through either the ISSu 

on campus or at the Office of the 

department of Immigration in the 

city. 

You can ask the International Office a question about any aspect of University life any time online using 

Ask Flinders at www.flinders.edu.au/international/askflinders.html 

INTERNATIONAL OFFICE 

the International Office is 

responsible for the management 

of the university’s international 

program and the admission of 

international students. 

they can assist you with selecting 

the right course and applying 

to the university. Once you 

have submitted your application 

the International Office will 

assess your qualifications and if 

successful, provide you with your 

offer and subsequent confirmation 

of enrolment. 

STUDENT LEARNING CENTRE 

(SLC) 

the Student Learning Centre (SLC) 

objective is the enhancement of 

learning for all students across 

Flinders university. 

the SLC provides the following 

range of academic support services: 

• Writing Centre 

• Drop-in access to academic 

advisors 

• Academic Support Programs 

• Individual consultations 

• Maths Centre 

• Workshops on academic writing, 

language and study skills, and 

research skills, 

• Publications and leaflets to assist 

the development of academic skills. 

Further information about the SLC 

is at 

www.flinders.edu.au/SLC/index.html 

FLINDERS ONE 

Flinders One is a not-for-profit 

organisation established to enrich 

the life of the Flinders university 

community. 

Flinders One delivers important 

services to Flinders university 

students, including: 

• Student advocacy 

• Student support through welfare 

and financial counselling 

• Food and beverage outlets 

• Sports clubs and fitness 

• Clubs and societies 

• Student employment service 

• Cafes and restaurants 

• Whole food store 

• Retail shops, and 

• Plenty of entertainment, bands 

and campus activities. 

Further information is at 

www.flindersone.com.au 

SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN 

Flinders university has a child care 

centre on campus and there is a 

community child care centre at 

Flinders Medical Centre as well. 

Please note that these centres 

are very popular and do not give 

priority to children of international 

students. Further information is 

available at 

www.flinders.edu.au/studentinfo/ 

child.htm 

If any of your children are of school 

age, provision must be made for 

their education. In South australia, 

a child is of school age between 6 

and 16 years of age, this includes a 

child who is 5 but will be 6 during 

the school year. If you travel on a 

student visa, your children must 

attend school between the ages of 

5 and 18. Information about 

international programs for primary 

and high school students is at 

www.internationalstudents.sa.edu. 

au/pages/internationalprograms/ 

Information about schools and 

costs is at 

www.decs.sa.gov.au/portal/ 

community.asp 


Applying for a Study 

Abroad or Student 

Exchange program is 

easy. Just download 

the application form 

online. 

If you are applying 

for the Student 

Exchange program 

you must send the 

application to the 

Exchange office 

at your home 

university. 

Sean Collett 

Exchange Student 

to Chuo University, 

Japan 

“My exchange to 

Japan has definitely 

been one of the 

greatest moments of 

my studies. I have 

since been offered a 

scholarship to study 

my Masters at Chuo 

University.” 

Study Abroad 

and Exchange 

the general admission requirement for Study abroad or Student 

exchange at Flinders is the successful completion of one of the 

following: 

• an Australian Year 12 program 

• SATs (USA) 

• British GCE Advanced Levels or equivalent examinations 

• STPM (Malaysia) 

• Hong Kong Advanced Levels 

• International Baccalaureate 

• Ontario Secondary Diploma or equivalent examination 

• Malaysian Unified Examination System (MICSS) 

• Swedish or Norwegian Gymnasium 

• South African Matriculation 

• Japan High School Diploma (selected courses only) 

• all or part of an approved university degree at a satisfactory level. 

If english is not your first language you must also provide evidence 

of your competence. the minimum requirement is one of the 

following: 

• IELTS: 6.0 with minimum sub-band of 6.0 in writing and speaking 

• TOEFL: 550 with a minimum Test of Written English (TWE) score of 

4.5 (or CBt 213 with an essay rating of at least 4.5 or iBt 80 with a 

writing score of at least 20) 

• achieved a grade of ‘C’ or better in the GCE Ordinary Level subject 

‘english’ 

• successfully completed a tertiary degree program taught in the 

english language. 

note: all english language test results must be no more than two 

years old on the day of receipt of the application for admission. 

Study Abroad opportunities allow you to live in a 

new city, enhance your career prospects, provide the 

opportunity for personal development, experience 

a different culture and meet new people without 

interrupting your studies or your career path. 

Flinders exchange partner institutions are at 

www.flinders.edu.au/international/students/exchange.html 

download a Study abroad application form at 

www.flinders.edu.au/international/students/apply.html 

You can spend a semester or a 

whole year at Flinders university 

and earn credit towards a degree 

in your own country. When you are 

not studying you can relax on our 

many beaches, visit the australian 

outback, or meet the wildlife. 

STUDENT EXCHANGE AND 

STUDY ABROAD 

Flinders has formal agreements 

with a number of universities in 

asia, europe, Scandinavia and 

the americas that allow us to 

“exchange” students for one or 

two semesters each year. If your 

home university is an exchange 

partner with Flinders university, 

then you pay tuition costs to your 

home university. there are limited 

numbers and selection criteria is 

based upon academic merit. For 

further information contact your 

Student exchange office at your 

home university. 

If your home university is not an 

exchange partner with Flinders 

university, you can enrol in the 

Study abroad program and pay 

tuition costs to Flinders university 

of aud $7500 per semester. 

TOPIC SELECTION 

You can start your studies in either 

first or second semester, although 

if you are intending to come for a 

full year we suggest you start in 

semester one to give you a greater 

choice of topics. 

You can view our complete list 

of topic options online. When 

planning your study program 

it is important to keep in mind 

that some topics have required 

knowledge that you must have 

completed to be able to enrol. 

Students already enrolled at 

university normally take topics at 

first, second or third year level. 

Student visa regulations require 

study abroad students to be 

enrolled in no less than 13.5 units 

and no more than 18 units per 

semester. 

Our admissions staff will seek 

approval on your behalf for 

enrolment and in most cases will 

advise you of your topics before 

you arrive. However, we also 

suggest your home university 

advise you on the most appropriate 

topics to your degree. 


Entry Requirements 

CANADA (best 6 for all provincial High School diplomas) 

Calculation of score is % average in six courses. 

SINGAPORE, UK AND ZIMBABWE GCE A LEVEL (best 2 or 3) 

Calculation of score: a = 5 points B = 4 points C = 3 points d = 2 

points e = 1 points 

HONG KONG (best 3) 

Hong Kong a Levels Calculation of score: a = 5 points B = 4 points C 

= 3 points d = 2 points e = 1 point (add the points scored for no more 

than three courses). 

the above scores do not include general Paper scores or studies in 

the applicant’s first language. results in advanced Supplementary 

level may be included in the aggregate and contribute the equivalent 

of half a course taken at advanced level, eg a=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, d=1, 

e=0.5. 

MALAYSIA STPM (best 3) 

Calculation of score: a or a- = 5 points B+ = 4 points B = 3 points B 

or C+ = 2 points C = 1 point (add the points scored for best of three 

courses attempted at one examination). 

MALAYSIA UEC (best 5) 

Calculation of score: a1 = 1 point a2 = 2 points B3 = 3 points B4 = 

4 points B5 = 5 points B6 = 6 points C7 = 7 points (aggregate not 

including Chinese and Bahasa Malaysia and/or the general papers). 

SRI LANKAN A LEVELS 

Calculation of score: a = 5 points B = 4 points C = 3 points S = 1 

point F = 0 points (add the points scored for no more than three 

courses – at least two of the scores must be at grade C or above). 

You must meet the following requirements to enrol at Flinders 

university as an undergraduate student: 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE 

If english is not your first language you must be able to meet the 

following requirements: 

• successfully completed an Australian Year 12 Program, or 

• achieved the required Academic IELTS score for your nominated 

program of study 

• achieved the required TOEFL score for your nominated program of 

study, or 

• achieved a grade of ‘C’ or better in the GCE Ordinary Level subject 

‘english’, or 

• successfully completed a tertiary degree program taught in the 

english language, or 

• in the case of offshore programs, successfully completed other 

english language proficiency tests or qualifications as approved by the 

deputy Vice-Chancellor (International) on a case by case basis. 

note: all english language test results must be no more than two 

years old on the day of receipt of the application for admission. 

AFRICA 

applicants from any african countries not listed individually below must 

have an examination Councils Certificate of education (local examination 

board) plus successful completion of a recognised Foundation Studies 

program. Students who have completed the WaSSCe or SSCe are eligible 

for direct entry. 

ARGENTINA 

Successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or a foundation 

program, or successful completion of one year of study at a recognised 

tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the 

completion of a High School diploma. 

AUSTRIA 

Successful completion of austrian Maturity Certificate. 

BANGLADESH 

Successful completion of Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) with 

an aggregate of at least 75% in best 4 subjects (excluding any local 

languages). 

BOTSWANA 

Successful completion of the Higher International general Certificate of 

Secondary education or successful completion of part 1 (first 2 years) of a 

bachelor degree at the university of Botswana or successful completion of 

a recognised foundation studies program. 

BRAZIL 





BRUNEI 

Successful completion of BC-gCe a Levels. 

CANADA 

Successful completion of Provincial High School diploma. 

CHILE 





COLOMBIA 





CZECH REPUBLIC 

Successful completion of Czech republic or Slovakian Maturita. 

DENMARK 

Successful completion of Senior High School (Studentereksamen). 

FRANCE 

Successful completion of the French Baccalaureate. 

GERMANY 

Successful completion of the abitur or equivalent. 

GULF STATES 

Successful completion of Secondary School Learning Certificate with a 

minimum average of at least 60% (Bahrain or Kuwait) or 70% (Oman, Qatar 

or uae) plus successful completion of a recognised foundation studies 

program. 

HONG KONG 

Successful completion of Hong Kong a Levels. 

INDIA 

Successful completion of Senior Secondary Certificate (10+2) with 

an aggregate of at least 65% in best 4 subjects (excluding any local 

languages). 

INDONESIA 

Successful completion of SMa (ebtanas SMu3) or successful completion 

of one full-time year of study at a bachelor level at a recognised institution 

or successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program. SMa 

grades calculated using the average of results excluding any local language 

and non-academic subjects. 

JAPAN 

Successful completion of a High School diploma with a minimum average 

grade of 80%. 

KENYA 

Successful completion of Kenya Certificate of Secondary education (KCSe) 

or successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program. 

KOREA 

Successful completion of upper Secondary School Learning Certificate. 

MALAYSIA 

Successful completion of StPM; ueC; gCe a Level; Canada grade 13 or 

successful completion of at least 32 credit hours in the american degree 

Program. 

MEXICO 





MYANMAR 

Successful completion of High School plus a recognised foundation studies 

program. 

NEW ZEALAND 

Successful completion of new Zealand Bursaries. 

PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF CHINA 

Successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program 

or successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or 

higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of 

studies at Senior Middle School. 

PERU 





POLAND 

Successful completion of Polish Matriculation Certificate. 

RUSSIA 

Successful completion of russian Certificate of Secondary education or 

Certificate of Maturity. 

SOUTH AFRICA 

Successful completion of a South african Matriculation Certificate or 

Senior Certificate (which has been granted matriculation exemption). 

SINGAPORE 

Successful completion of gCe a Level. 

SPAIN 

Successful completion of Curso de Orientación universitaria (COu) or 

titulo de Bachiller (LOgSe). 

SRI LANKA 

Successful completion of Sri Lanka or gCe a Levels. 

SWEDEN 

Successful completion of avgångsbetyg. 

SWITZERLAND 

Successful completion of Swiss Cantonal Maturity Certificate, or Cantonal 

Commercial Maturity Certificate, or Swiss Federal Maturity Certificate. 

TAIWAN 

Successful completion of Senior High School diploma with a minimum 

average of 80%. 

THAILAND 

Successful completion of Mathayom VI plus a recognised foundation 

studies program or successful completion of one year of a bachelor degree 

from a recognised institution. 

THE NETHERLANDS 

Successful completion of the diploma of Pre-university education or 

Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) diploma. 

TURKEY 

Successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program, 

or successful completion of one year of study at a recognised tertiary or 

higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of 

High School diploma. 

UK 

Successful completion of gCe a Levels. 

USA 

Successful completion of High School graduation diploma and appropriate 

Sat or aPt or aCt scores. 

VIETNAM 

Successful completion one full-time year of study at a bachelor level at a 

recognised institution or successful completion of a recognised foundation 

studies program. Successful completion of Secondary School (Year 12) 

with good grades will be reviewed on a case by case basis. 


Pathways 

direct admission 

Year 12 or equivalent 

Foundation Studies 

Year 11/12 or equivalent 

degree transfer Program 


Certificate IV/diploma 


If you do not meet the university’s 

academic or english language 

entry requirements you may 

consider attending a pathway 

program in adelaide. 

Flinders university has 

agreements with a number of 

tertiary institutions which provide 

pathway programs for direct entry 

into university. Some of these 

programs can also offer credit 

towards Flinders undergraduate 

degrees. 

ACADEMIC PATHWAYS 

EYNESBURY INTERNATIONAL 

eynesbury International is a 

specialist pre-university institution, 

where students work towards 

university entrance. as the 

exclusive provider of university 

preparatory programs, eynesbury 

has unique credentials in preparing 

international students for 

university life and study. 


Foundation 

Studies 

Program 

degree 

transfer 

Program 

Year 12 or 

equivalent 

Cert IV/ 

university FS 

university Year 1 university Year 2 university Year 3 

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 

Semester 1 


diploma 

equivalent to first year university 

FOUNDATION STUDIES 

PROGRAM 

applicants who have not 

completed year 12 and wish to 

gain direct entry into the university 

may apply to enrol in a Foundation 

Studies program. Foundation 

students are given provisional 

admission into the degree of their 

choice subject to performance in 

the Foundation Studies program. 

admission is confirmed when 

students complete the program 

and achieve the necessary score 

for that degree as set by the 

university. the normal program 

takes 9 to 11 months to complete. 

Students can elect to commence 

Foundation Studies in January, 

april, or October. 

the following three courses are 

compulsory for all Foundation 

students: 

• Language and Communication 

• Australian Studies 

• Clear Thinking and Logic. 

depending on the degree pathway, 

students taking the standard FSP 

(starting in January) or the 

extended FSP (starting in October) 

may choose electives from any 

stream. 

Students taking the accelerated 

FSP (starting in april) may choose 

any electives from the Science, 

Business, Health Sciences 

and engineering streams and 

environmental Studies (subject to 

quota). 

Students taking the accelerated 

FSP (starting in October) may 

choose electives from only the 

engineering and Business Streams 

(4 hours per week for each 

course). 

all students take three elective 

courses: 

• Science: Biology, Chemistry, 

Physics, Mathematics, additional 

Mathematics, Psychology 

• Business: Accounting, 

economics 

• Health Sciences: Biology, 

Chemistry, Mathematics 

• Engineering: Physics, 

Mathematics, additional 

Mathematics 

• Humanities: Environmental 

Studies, Modern History, Politics, 

australian and International 

Politics. 

DEGREE TRANSFER PROGRAM 

the degree transfer Program 

(dtP) is conjointly delivered by 

eynesbury and Flinders university. 

the dtP targets ‘a’ level, Year 

12, Senior Middle 3 or equivalent 

graduates. Students successfully 

completing the dtP are given 

entry into semester 2 of Year 1 at 

Flinders university. 

the dtP has two components: 

Stage 1 

a 15 week ‘express’ university 

transition program delivered by 

eynesbury. 

Stage 2 

Courses from semester 1 of 

undergraduate programs at 

Flinders university delivered on 

campus at Flinders with additional 

language and academic support 

provided by eynesbury. 

Students who have successfully 

completed Stage 1 are admitted 

into Stage 2 where they will share 

classes with direct entrants into 

undergraduate programs of the 

university. 

at the time of application, students 

who satisfy the necessary english 

language and academic 

requirements are given conditional 

entry into undergraduate programs 

at Flinders university subject to: 

1. Performance in Stage 1 

2. Satisfactory completion of 

Stage 2 consistent with both 

the initial letter of offer and 

achievement levels specified for 

completion of Stage 2. 

Certain Flinders programs may be 

subject to a quota or other entry 

requirements. 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PATHWAYS 

applicants who do not meet the 

university’s english language 

entry requirements and need to 

improve their english language 

proficiency can do so through 

the university’s approved english 

Language (eLICOS) providers. this 

means that you can attend the 

required english language tuition 

at approved eLICOS providers and 

gain direct entry into university 

without an IeLtS or tOeFL test. 

Flinders university’s approved 

eLICOS providers are: 

• Intensive English Language 

Institute (IeLI) conveniently located 

on campus at Flinders 

• Australian Centre of Language 

• Eynesbury International 

• South Australian College of 

english (SaCe). 

FURTHER INFORMATION 

an eynesbury application form is available at the back of this guide. 

australian Centre of Language 

www.acl.edu.au 

eynesbury International 

www.eynesbury.sa.edu.au 

IeLI 

www.flinders.edu.au/intloffice/info/ieli/ 

SaCe 

www.sacecoll.sa.edu.au/ 


Faculties, Schools and 

Departments 

Faculty of Education, Humanities, Law 

and Theology 

the Faculty of education, Humanities, Law and theology incorporates 

four separate schools, teaching from bachelor degrees through to 

doctorates, and has a strong research program. the following centres 

and institutes are part of the Faculty of education, Humanities, Law 

and theology: 

• Centre for Research in New Literatures in English 

• The Centre for Theology, Science and Culture (CTSC) 

• The Flinders University Institute of International Education 

• School of Education 

• School of Law 

• School of Theology 

• School of Humanities 

Faculty of Health Sciences 

Faculty of Science and Engineering Faculty of Social Sciences 

the Faculty of Science and engineering has approximately 1750 

students, 100 teaching and research staff and 80 technical and 

administrative staff. It and is made up of three schools: 

• Biological Sciences 

• Chemistry, Physics and Earth Sciences 

• Informatics and Engineering. 

the Faculty actively participates in research activities in partnership 

with a number of other research organisations such as: 

• Flinders Centre for Coast and Catchment Environments 

• Centre for Groundwater Studies 

• Lincoln Marine Science Centre 

• Sensor Signal and Information Processing 

• Sustainable Aquaculture of Finfish 

• Flinders Bioremediation P/L 

• TGR Biosciences P/L 

• Australian Seafood CRC (Co-operative Research Centre). 


the faculty of Health Sciences aims for the highest standards of 

academic excellence and has a reputation for achievement and 

innovation in teaching, research and professional practice. the Faculty 

offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate 

courses in medicine, nursing, midwifery and a variety of allied health 

disciplines. the Faculty also offers higher degrees by research (MSc, 

Md, Phd, dSc) across the full range of disciplines represented within 

the Faculty. 

• School of Medicine 

• School of Nursing and Midwifery 

the Faculty of Social Sciences at Flinders university is at the 

forefront of teaching, research, scholarship and professional activity 

in the social sciences. Some of australia’s most prominent researchers, 

educators, scholarly writers, consultants and media commentators 

serve as academic staff members in the Faculty, along with a 

dedicated and professional team of technical and administrative staff. 

the Faculty’s 200 plus staff serve more than 3000 students. 

among the Faculty’s distinctive features are: 

• a focus on the Asia-Pacific region, including South Australia’s centre 

for the study of Indonesia, 

• South Australia’s only programs in Sociology, American Studies, and 

graduate-entry Social Work, 

• the National Institute of Labour Studies: Australia’s leading research 

and consulting centre on work and industrial relations. 

• Department of American Studies 

• Flinders Asia Centre 

• Flinders Business School 

• School of Geography, Population and Environmental Management 

• Department of History 

• School of Political and International Studies 

• School of Psychology 

• School of Social Administration and Social Work 

• Department of Sociology 

• Department of Women’s Studies 

• Flinders Institute of Public Policy and Management 

Why study Geographical Information Systems (GIS) at Flinders? 

Flinders has recognised strengths in gIS, and our established training 

programs provide students with the skills to analyse, model and 

research problems in innovative ways. 

the course has strong support from employers and graduates are 

keenly sought by industry. Importantly, students benefit significantly 

from a range of staff research activities including collaborative research 

in gIS with academics from across the university in areas as diverse 

as american studies, archaeology, and the biological sciences. Staff 

research interests include: spatial and population modelling of habitat 

and landscape reconstruction; ecological and environmental change of 

inland water systems; mapping urban sprawl dynamics using nighttime 

satellite imagery; geoHealth; and crime analysis. 

What is Geographical Information Systems? 

a geographic information system (gIS) is a system for capturing, 

storing, analysing and managing data and associated attributes which 

are spatially referenced to the earth. In the strictest sense, it is a 

computer system capable of integrating, storing, editing, analysing, 

sharing, and displaying geographically-referenced information. In 

a more generic sense, gIS is a tool that allows users to create 

interactive queries (user created searches), analyse the spatial 

information, edit data, maps, and present the results of all these 

operations. geographic information science is the science underlying 

the applications and systems. 

geographic information system technology can be used for 

scientific investigations, resource management, asset management, 

environmental Impact assessment, urban planning, cartography, 

criminology, history, sales, marketing, route planning, logistics and 

many other applications. For example, a gIS might allow emergency 

planners to easily calculate emergency response times in the event 

of a natural disaster, a gIS might be used to prioritise conservation 

planning, or a gIS might be used to plan better provision of health 

services. 

What will I study? 

Core topics include gIS, advanced gIS, gIS modelling, databasing, 

computer programming, data mining, remote sensing, digital image 

analysis and advanced digital image analysis. these topics culminate 

to an applied student project in the third year. In addition, all students 

undertake an industry placement before semester 1 in the third year. 

Career Information 

Career prospects are increasing and expanding in scope as australia 

catches up with the international growth in gIS applications, 

particularly in the uS, the uK and many other parts of europe. 

Potential employers include government departments such as 

Primary Industries, the department of Water, Land and Biodiversity, 

the department for environment and Heritage, defence and local 

governments. 

Private firms include companies that either supply or use spatial 

data. these may be specialised spatial data suppliers or companies 

that consult in the areas of environmental management, ecology, 

archaeology, agriculture, horticulture or asset management. australia 

also has a strong local and international presence in satellite and aerial 

image processing, and land information management. 

Applied Geographical 

Information Systems 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of applied geographical Information Systems 

Course Length 

3 years 

Professional Recognition 

graduates of the Bachelor of applied gIS are eligible for 

professional membership of the Spatial Sciences Institute of 

australia and new Zealand. 

Graduate Profile 

Craig 

Computer Cartographer (geographic Information Systems) at the 

department of Fish and game, California, uSa. 

“after I finished my degree at Flinders university. I then 

attended the university of California at davis, on a one year 

education abroad program. after graduation, I wanted to stay 

for a while and found a gIS job. My typical day involves working 

with wetland and related datasets: their acquisition, distribution 

and manipulation. We work a lot with Satellite and aerial photos 

(remote sensing) and sometimes we actually go out into the 

field and delineate wetlands (gPS). I also produce a lot of maps 

for customers and other government agencies. I also attend 

too many meetings and get to go to training quite a lot. travel 

to field sites occasionally happens for ground truthing and data 

collection. 

Working for the state government here in California is rewarding 

so far. I hope to stay here for a few years and then maybe move 

onto the private sector as a contractor. “ 

Further Study Opportunities 

graduates of the Bachelor of applied gIS will be eligible 

to undertake postgraduate studies at graduate Certificate, 

graduate diploma and Masters level at Flinders from 2008. 

Honours graduates in the Bachelor of applied gIS may be 

eligible to undertake a Phd program. 

Course Contact 

dr Simon Benger, email: simon.benger@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.socsci.flinders.edu.au/geog/geospatial/indexgeo.php 


Aquaculture 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of technology (aquaculture) 

Combined Degree 

Innovation and enterprise (Science and technology) and diploma 

of Language 

Course Length 

3 years 


there is no professional certification of aquaculture professionals. 

a measure of professional recognition of Flinders aquaculture 

graduates is the high employment rates of these people in local, 

national and international aquaculture industries. 


Matthew Jeffrey 

“the aquaculture course was integral to me progressing to my 

current position within rural Solutions Sa. It provided a sound 

theoretical base which I have been able to expand on with 

practical work experience. I would not be where I am without it! 

I am currently a Senior Consultant with the seafood team for 

rural Solutions Sa. I am involved in providing high level advice 

to government, industry and community on issues related to the 

seafood industry.” 

Overall, Flinders was able to react quickly to an industry need 

for formal training in aquaculture. It has produced a cohort of 

skilled graduates that are leaders in their professions. I would 

recommend the Flinders experience to anyone wanting a career in 

aquatic resource management. 


Bachelor of technology (aquaculture) (Honours), Master of 

Science (research), Phd (research) 


dr Jian Qin, email: jian.qin@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

aquaculture - Courses & Programs 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/aqua.html 


Why study Aquaculture at Flinders? 

this course was established in response to demand for graduates who 

have specialised knowledge and training in aquaculture technology 

and business management. It is the only university course of its kind 

in South australia and has the backing of industry through the South 

australian Fishing Industry Council. 

the focus is on combining a strong background in the natural sciences 

with an understanding of health and safety issues, practical and 

management issues, and business and communication skills. 

the course builds on Flinders’ expertise in marine biology and much of 

the practical work is carried out in our purpose-built aquarium systems 

at Flinders. 

What is Aquaculture? 

aquaculture is commonly referred to as fishfarming. However, 

aquaculture also includes the farming of other aquatic animals such as: 

molluscs (including oysters, abalone, mussels and scallops); 

crustaceans (such as shrimps, prawns, freshwater and marine 

crayfish); and aquatic plants (seaweeds). 

aquaculture, unlike wild capture fisheries, implies ownership of stock 

and some level of intervention in the rearing process to enhance 

production. 

aquaculture currently provides 30% of the fish and shellfish consumed 

globally, and is expected to increase steadily for the foreseeable future. 


In first year you will take introductory topics in aquaculture theory 

and practice, and professional skills, while gaining a grounding in 

supporting areas such as biology, applied chemistry and marine 

science. 

In second year, more specialised topics are introduced, including: 

aquaculture nutrition, procedures, introduction to fish health, water 

quality management and statistics. 

In third year you will expand your knowledge of specific fields of 

aquaculture, including reproduction and genetics, health management 

of aquatic animals, business management and law, and complete a 

research project in a given area of aquaculture. In second and third 

year you also can select some elective topics of interest from other 

areas of the university. 

Workplace education is provided in collaboration with aquaculture 

operators in various locations in South australia, interstate and 

overseas. 

School Information/Special Facilities 

Multiple scaled aquaculture facilities are available at the School of 

Biological Sciences. Six specially designed indoor laboratories enable 

the culture of algae, zooplankton, fish, crustacean and mollusc at 

controlled temperature and light. More than 100 aquaria are fitted with 

recirculating systems and can run freshwater and seawater. eighteen 

10,000 litre outdoor tanks are available on campus to strengthen 

practical skills. Students can use these tanks to conduct aquaculture 

activities similar to commerical operations. 


Our graduates find work: establishing and maintaining aquaculture 

operations; undertaking research to develop and apply new aquaculture 

technologies and methods; and assisting with government planning 

and decision-making. they fill a wide variety of positions including: 

aquaculture development officers; aquaculture research scientists; 

farm managers; hatchery technicians; laboratory technicians; technical 

officers; business managers; nutritionists; biologists; and aquaculture 

consultants. 

Why study Archaeology at Flinders? 

Flinders’ archaeology degree is one of the few specialised degrees 

offered in australia that provides students with comprehensive training 

required to pursue a career in archaeology. 

the degree provides students with more practical experience than any 

other archaeology degree offered in australia. 

the program provides students with field experience in a range of 

areas, including historical, Indigenous and maritime archaeology. 

It also provides students with a sound understanding of cultural 

heritage management and consultancy-based archaeology. 

the course produces independent thinkers who can apply their skills to 

a range of settings, including working effectively in teams. 

What is Archaeology? 

archaeologists are interested in material remains and what they can 

tell us about past cultures and civilisations, whether it be early hominid 

activities in africa five million years ago or the material culture of 

the 20th century. their work ranges from the painstaking description 

of small artefacts to the preservation of large monuments or entire 

sites. as a discipline, archaeology crosses the modern divide between 

science and the humanities, incorporating such diverse fields of 

study as anthropology, art history, biological sciences, earth sciences, 

environmental sciences, geography, heritage management, history, 

human evolution and modern material culture. 


this program requires first year students to complete a number of 

archaeology core topics that provide them with a general overview of 

the discipline and develop core and generic skills. In addition they are 

able to undertake a range of non-archaeology based elective topics. 

In later years, students are again required to complete a number of 

core archaeology topics, as well as being able to enrol in a variety 

of specialist electives, such as archaeological science, historical 

archaeology, maritime archaeology and Indigenous archaeology. upper 

level students are able to participate in a range of field schools run at 

various field locations in australia and overseas. at all levels of the 

program students are able to include practical field and laboratory 

based topics and training. 

Practical Experience 

the archaeology program provides students with both practical 

experience and theoretical background. Fieldwork is an essential 

component of the teaching program at all levels of study. regular field 

trips commencing in first year provide first-hand experience in the 

study of archaeological sites and materials. Laboratory and practical 

sessions provide students with experience in archaeological data 

analysis and interpretation. Industry placements at places such as 

the South australian Museum, Maritime Museum, departments of 

environment and Heritage and aboriginal affairs, the national trust, 

and the Mitcham Heritage research Centre are also encouraged as a 

means to facilitate the application of generic and specialised skills and 

methods. 


Flinders has negotiated exchange programs with the university of 

Leicester, the university of California and the university of new 

Mexico. there is an opportunity for students in their second or third 

years to study abroad for at least one semester. 


archaeologists typically work in museums, academic institutions and 

government departments and increasingly are employed as consultants 

in preparing environmental impact statements, dealing with Indigenous 

land claims and providing expert advice on planned developments in 

areas of heritage significance. Our graduates will look for careers in 

research, policy development, hands-on surveying and excavation or 

consulting, or may prefer roles as curators or information officers. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of archaeology 

Course Length 

3 years 

Archaeology 


In order to be eligible for membership of a professional 

organisation such as the australian association of Consulting 

archaeologists Inc (aaCaI), students must complete a four-year 

degree (usually comprising a three-year undergraduate degree 

and then either an honours or graduate diploma fourth year). 


Bachelor of archaeology (Honours) 

graduate Certificate, graduate diploma and Master of 

archaeology 

graduate Certificate, graduate diploma and Master of Maritime 

archaeology 

graduate Certificate, graduate diploma and Master of Cultural 

Heritage Management 


dr Lynley Wallis, email: lynley.wallis@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

archaeology at Flinders university 

http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/archaeology/ 

aaCaI 

http://www.aacai.com.au/index.html 

australian archaeological association 

http://www.australianarchaeologicalassociation.com.au/index.php 

australasian Institute of Maritime archaeology 

http://aima.iinet.net.au/ 

australasian Society for Historical archaeology 

http://www.asha.org.au/ 


Arts 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of arts 


arts/Behavioural Science (Psychology) 

arts/Business 

arts/Commerce 

arts/education (early Childhood; Junior Primary/Primary; Middle 

School; Secondary) 

arts/Laws and Legal Practice 

Course Length 

3 years 


an additional one-year honours program is offered to selected 

students. 

• Arts/Behavioural Science (Psychology) - 4 years 

• Arts/Business - 4 years 

• Arts/Commerce - 4 years 

• Arts/Education (Early Childhood; Junior Primary/Primary; Middle 

School; Secondary) - 4 years 

• Arts/Laws and Legal Practice - 5.5 years 


Bachelor of arts Office 

email: baemail@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/ba 

Majors/Streams 

american Studies 

applied Linguistics 

archaeology 

asian Studies 

australian Studies 

Biological Sciences 

Business economics 

Chinese 

Computer Studies 

Criminal Justice 

development Studies 

digital Media Studies 

drama 

earth Sciences 

education 

english 

environmental Studies 

French 

geographical Information 

Systems (gIS) 


geography 

german 

globalisation 

History 

Indigenous Studies (minor 

sequence only) 

Indonesian 

International relations 

Italian 

Japanese 

Latin american Studies 

Legal Studies 

Mathematics 

Modern greek 

Philosophy 

Politics 

Public Policy 

Screen Studies 

Sociology 

Spanish 

Women’s Studies 

Why study Arts at Flinders? 

the Bachelor of arts (Ba) is the most popular degree at Flinders 

university and at most universities around the world. It provides a high 

quality education suitable for today’s society, featuring both depth of 

study and breadth of knowledge. 

the Ba’s flexibility allows you to either: 

• explore in depth a single field of study (up to two-thirds of your topics 

may be concentrated in a chosen field), or 

• range widely and study several different fields of study (the BA allows 

you to graduate with one, two or three majors). 

Ba graduates have the potential to become managers and leaders in the 

rapidly changing workforce of the 21st century. 


there are 41 fields of study available to you in the Ba. Major areas of 

study described below can also be taken as a minor sequence. You 

will be required to study one of these subject areas for three years, 

completing a major sequence. You must also study another subject area 

for at least two years, completing a minor sequence. You may then use 

the remaining half of your degree to study your major in more depth, to 

convert your minor to a second major, to construct a third major, or to 

explore topics from across the university. 

Stream Information 

American Studies 

the american studies major is built on first year studies in american 

studies, politics or history. In second and third years students choose 

from topics which focus on such areas as: the american political system; 

the history of the united States over the past century; the development 

of american business and working class culture; and the place of ethnic 

and racial groups in american society. 

Applied Linguistics 

the applied linguistics major is concerned with the practical applications 

of linguistics, and the scientific study of human language. the major 

gives an insight into the workings of human language (its sounds, 

words and sentence structure), the psychological aspects of language, 

the learning and teaching of spoken and written language, variation in 

language use, and cross-cultural communication. 

Archaeology 

the major sequence within the Ba consists of 9 units in first year and 

12 units each in second and third years. the first and second year topics 

are compulsory, but in third year students choose from a range of options 

which vary from year to year. Contemporary archaeology contributes to 

debates about heritage and what we value about the past, about planning 

and development, and about identity. 

Asian Studies 

the asian Studies major is made up of core and elective topics taught 

both by the Flinders asia Centre, School of Political and International 

Studies, and other departments and schools in the Faculty of Social 

Sciences. these include history, geography and environmental studies, 

politics and international studies, sociology, development studies and 

women’s studies. 

Australian Studies 

the first year of the major consists of two semester-length topics 

including the following compulsory topic: australian Studies: Identities, 

second and third year students have a choice of topics. third year 

includes also a final compulsory semester-length topic, Issues for 

australians. 

Biological Sciences 

First year introduces the broad scope of biology and the chemical 

foundations of life. Students will be introduced to the scientific process 

and methods for investigating specific questions in biology. In the second 

and third years, students undertake a range of topics, depending on their 

area of interest. 

Business Economics 

In first year students study two introductory topics: Introductory 

Microeconomics, and Introductory Macroeconomics. First year Business 

students must undertake Managerial economics in second year, plus 

one of three Business economics topics, and in third year students 

are required to study the topic economics of Business and Business 

Strategy, and one additional third year topic which can be chosen from up 

to 12 topics. 

Computer Studies 

the course provides a thorough grounding in the fundamentals, key 

concepts and terminology of computer studies and information 

technology. Students become familiar with the use of PCs, software 

applications, and networked, multi-user unix computer systems 

environment, and key Internet tools. topics in second and third years 

deal with programming, software engineering, systems, architecture 

and applications. 

Criminal Justice 

this major will give you a wide knowledge about crime and justice and 

help you develop skills in research, analysis and communication. 

Development Studies 

the major begins in first year with two core topics: the Political 

economy of International development, and Culture, Power and 

Change in International development. In second and third years, two 

core topics are offered: Sustainable development, and Intellectual 

traditions in International development, plus students select two 

further topics from a list of electives. 

Digital Media Studies 

Offers students insight into the availability and trends of emerging 

technologies, their infusion and application in education and society. 

the program recognises the place of information and communication 

technology (ICt) as personal tools, optimisers in the workplace, and for 

lifelong learning. 

Drama 

First year topics: drama 1, drama 1a, drama 1B and drama Workshop. 

the comprehensive second and third year program extends the theory 

stream from drama 1 and offers a parallel program in performance 

topics. theory topics include Modern and Postmodern theatre, 

Shakespeare in Performance, Comedy and Satire, and theories of 

Performance. 

Earth Sciences 

the earth sciences major at Flinders is unusual within australia in that 

it offers students the opportunity to select studies across a range of 

areas including hydrology, geophysics and the ocean and climate 

sciences. 

Education 

the major in education consists of three core topics: 

Key educational Ideas, Ways of explaining education, and educational 

Practice: Purpose and Value and 18 units of electives, dependent on 

topic offerings. 

English 

a major sequence in english as part of a Ba consists of 9 units of 

english 1 topics and a choice of english topics making up 12 units at 

each of the second and third year levels. 

Environmental Studies 

the first year of an environmental studies major comprises two 

topics: environmental Studies, and environment, economy and Culture. 

In their second and third years, students may select from a range of 

topics which include: australian environmental change; environmental 

ethics, politics and the emergence of various environmental 

movements; environmental weeds; management and planning 

relating to both urban and rural environmental themes; and topics 

providing specific skills such as environmental impact assessment and 

geographic information systems. 

Geography 

First year geography comprises two topics: Water resources and 

Society, and Cities as Human environments. 

In second and third years students can select sequences of topics 

from a range of areas which reflect the strengths of geography at 

Flinders university: social and urban geography and demography, 

economic and development geography, environmental geography and 

computing methods, research methods and geographical information 

systems (gIS). 

Globalisation 

the topics available in the globalisation program are: 

Introduction to globalisation, Making globalisation, globalisation and 

environmental Issues, globalisation and Business, Media, Power and 

globalisation, and globalisation Practicum. 

History 

First year will introduce you to the nature and evaluation of evidence, 

conflicting interpretations of events, and the role of individuals and 

chance in history. Some upper level topics provide substantial surveys 

of broad, important areas related to the foundations of modern history. 

Other topics are investigations in depth of major historical problems, 

emphasising the use of contemporary source materials. 

International Relations 

the first year topic International relations: an Introduction introduces 

theoretical, historical and contemporary aspects of international 

relations. this topic is mandatory for any student wishing to continue 

to a major sequence in International relations. upper year international 

relations and politics topics are generally available without prerequisite 

for students who wish to take them as electives. 

Latin American Studies 

a major sequence in Latin american studies consists of at least 33 

units of Latin american studies topics, comprising 9 units at first year 

and 24 units of upper level topics of which 6 units must be undertaken 

at third year. the second year topic Social Change in Latin america is 

compulsory. 

Legal Studies 

In the first half of first year, you will take the topic australian Legal 

System, while in second semester students will take Contemporary 

Legal Issues. In second year and third year students take at least two 

topics from those being offered for that year. You may choose to study 

aspects of juvenile crime, child protection, gender issues, questions 

relating to access to justice, legal issues that small businesses face or 

how society regulates new technologies. 

Philosophy 

Several semester-length philosophy topics are available to first year 

students. a major in philosophy in the Bachelor of arts consists of any 

two of the first year topics and four upper level topics. 

Politics 

nine first year topics are available. any two are sufficient to provide 

the foundation for a major sequence in politics. Second Year topics 

cover core areas in political science, with students intending to 

complete the major sequence required to undertake a topic in political 

philosophy. third year topics are usually more specialised. 

Screen Studies 

First year topics explore the history of screen technologies from the 

magic lantern to multimedia. upper level topics build on and extend 

first year work in topics on Hollywood cinema, national cinema, and 

the idea of culture, television and multimedia. Students can also take 

additional elective topics in production. 

Sociology 

First year sociology introduces you to the ways in which a sociological 

perspective can help you understand and learn more about the social 

world in which you live. Students choose any two of a range of first 

year topics offered every year. In second and third years topics you 

consolidate core understandings and skills encountered in first year 

and apply them in particular areas of your own choosing. 

Women’s Studies 

the major sequence in women’s studies consists of at least 33 units of 

women’s studies topics, comprising 9 units of first year topics and 24 

units of upper level topics. the third year topic thinking through the 

Body is compulsory. 


Behavioural Science 

(Psychology) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) 

Course Length 

3 years 


the course is accredited by the australian Psychological Society. 

to apply to register to practise as a psychologist in South 

australia (as in most states) students must complete an honours 

year in psychology and either two years of supervised experience 

or a Master of Psychology degree or equivalent. 


Master of Psychology 

graduate diploma in Psychology 


Karen Smith, email: karen.smith@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bbsc.htm 


the Sleep research Laboratory 

the Cognitive neuroscience Laboratory 

the Social/developmental Laboratory 

the Psychology Clinic 

an ageing and Cognition Laboratory 

autism research unit 

the Media Laboratory 

the Virtual reality Laboratory 


Why study Behavioural Science at Flinders? 

the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) program is an 

innovative, challenging course that was developed to link psychology 

and other disciplines involved in the study of human behaviour and 

experience. the program at Flinders allows students to combine 

psychology with studies in a related field for each of the three years 

of the undergraduate degree. While psychology has played a central 

part in the development of knowledge about human behaviour, other 

disciplines have also played a significant role. 

Over the past few decades, the linkages between psychology and 

other related fields have grown. this degree combines psychology 

with studies in other areas, including biological sciences, computer 

science, criminal justice, disability and communication rehabilitation, 

education, health studies, legal studies, management, neuroscience, 

philosophy, public policy studies, sociology and women’s studies. each 

of these disciplines is concerned, at least in part, with the behaviour of 

people in different areas of human activity. By integrating psychology 

with any one of these areas one can gain the benefits of the crossfertilisation 

that exists between different fields of study. It is hoped 

that students will acquire from the Bachelor of Behavioural Science 

(Psychology) degree, a breadth of knowledge and a repertoire of skills, 

which will be useful in a diverse range of employment avenues. 

What is Behavioural Science? 

Psychology is the science of the mind: the systematic study of 

behaviour. Psychologists are interested in how we learn, think and 

interact with others, what motivates our actions and the role of 

personality and individual differences in behaviour. 


In the first year students will take eight topics, including three 

psychology topics and at least two from their chosen specialist area. 

the remainder can be taken as electives, which are topics selected 

from any subject area offered at Flinders. In second and third years, 

psychology topics will make up half of your workload. Most of the 

remainder will be in your specialist area, although it may be possible to 

include some further electives. 


Job specific skills are developed within the Bachelor of Behavioural 

Science (Psychology) course through some psychology and major 

topics that include work-based learning and through targeted 

opportunities offered in the Workready student internship program. 

topics which include work-based learning, are effective in imparting 

practical skills that are specific to the jobs that are simulated or 

performed in the course of the topic. 

the Workready student internship program is a voluntary program that 

does not form part of the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) 

degree requirements. However, the program does create valuable 

opportunities for the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) 

students by reserving a number of internship places especially tailored 

to the interests and skills relevant to them. 


Our graduates find jobs in such areas as youth work, advertising and 

marketing, policy and research, consumer research, industrial relations, 

human resources, program coordination and welfare. Specific jobs 

may include disability support officer, community development officer, 

human resources manager, training officer, computer programmer, 

crime prevention officer, behavioural ecologist, and drug/alcohol case 

worker. 

Why study Biodiversity and Conservation at Flinders? 

the course is unique to South australia for its specific focus on the 

broad issues of biodiversity. there is a strong focus on field work 

and practical training, research projects involving teamwork, and the 

development of communication and professional skills. 

What is Biodiversity and Conservation? 

Biodiversity is the study of all living organisms in the environment, 

the range of different species that are found in each place and why 

this differs from place to place, and the methods that we can use 

to manage ecosystems to conserve as many of those species as 

possible. 


In first year you will take core topics in biology, chemistry and 

information technology, as well as specific topics dealing with 

biodiversity and conservation and related professional skills. 

In second and third year you will choose one of three streams: 

Organismal Biodiversity: provides broad expertise in the biodiversity 

and conservation biology of whole organisms, from microbes to 

vertebrates and flowering plants. graduates will have skills that are 

applicable to careers involving the management and conservation of 

natural ecosystems, the control and management of introduced or 

invasive species and the monitoring of human impacts upon natural 

ecosystems. 

Organismal and Molecular Biodiversity: provides expertise in 

organismal biodiversity and the application of molecular techniques 

to the area of biodiversity and conservation. Molecular markers are 

increasingly being utilised in species conservation (eg for assessing 

mating systems and levels of genetic variation, for monitoring captive 

breeding programs) and for assessing levels of microbial biodiversity. 

Biodiversity and ecosystem Bioinformatics/gIS: provides broad 

expertise in biodiversity and conservation biology, including specialised 

training in bioinformatics and geographical Information Systems (gIS). 

graduates will have skills that are applicable to careers involving the 

application of skills in gIS and computing (eg database design and 

management for herbarium and museum collections), planning and 

management of reserves, landscape management and design and 

execution of biological surveys. 


graduates can expect to find employment with government bodies 

involved with biodiversity and conservation (including national parks, 

museums and herbaria), education bodies, research and development 

authorities, consultancies, or private companies working in such 

areas as mine site rehabilitation, environmental monitoring or the 

pharmaceuticals industry. 

the broad general training in biology and specific technical and 

quantitative skills also will equip them to pursue careers in a wide 

variety of related areas. 

Biodiversity and 

Conservation 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation 


Innovation and enterprise (Science and technology), diploma of 

Language 

Course Length 

3 years 


Bachelor of Science in Biodiversity & Conservation (Hons), 

graduate diploma in Biodiversity, Master of Biodiversity, Master 

of Science (research), Master of natural History & Film-Making, 

Phd (research), graduate diploma in tourism (Biodiversity), 

Master of tourism (Biodiversity) 


dr duncan Mackay, email: duncan.mackay@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Biodiversity & Conservation: Programs & Courses of Study - 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/biodcon.html 


Biotechnology 

(Honours) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) 


Laws and Legal Practice (normal program only), Innovation and 

enterprise (Science and technology), diploma of Language 

Course Length 

Biotechnology (Honours) - 4 years or 

Biotechnology Honours advanced entry - 3 years 


Matthew tucker 

“I enjoyed the Biotechnology course because it provided 

an education in a range of topics including plant, medical 

and microbial science. the course also established a good 

environment for study with lecturers from diverse fields, 

opportunities for specialisation, restricted student numbers and a 

good social scene! 

More than just a basic science degree, the Biotechnology 

course enhanced its general subject areas by utilising strong 

collaborations with industry and other research organisations to 

give students a real life perspective of how the Biotechnology 

industry functions. this has helped to direct my own career 

path, because I used the opportunity to complete my final year 

of Biotechnology study and subsequently my Phd outside of the 

university environment. the basis provided by the Biotechnology 

degree has led me to continue my research career overseas, with 

the hope that one day I will be able to return to australia and 

follow my own biotech-related research interests.” 


graduate Certificate in Biotechnology, graduate diploma in 

Biotechnology, Master in Biotechnology Studies, Master in 

Biotechnology (research), Phd (research) 


dr Peter anderson, email: peter.anderson@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Biotechnology - Courses & Programs of Study http://www.scieng. 

flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/biotec.html 


Why study Biotechnology at Flinders? 

the Biotechnology Honours degree at Flinders has established a 

reputation as one of the foremost biotechnology degrees offered at 

an australian university. 

the course has a strong business component with emphasis on 

enterprise management, intellectual property protection, marketing and 

legal, ethical and social aspects of biotechnology, all of which play an 

important role in the commercialisation of biotechnology. Students can 

undertake industry work placements in second and third years that 

provide first hand experience of potential career opportunities and the 

requirements of industry employers. 

Flinders has excellent connections to the biotechnology industry with 

company partners in South australia, interstate and overseas. 

What is Biotechnology? 

Biotechnology is essentially the use of living organisms (often 

minute micro-organisms) and their products for health, social or 

economic purposes. Its applications are widespread, including the 

following: diagnosis and treatment of human diseases, improved 

production of therapeutic agents, development of improved crop plant 

species, development of improved pest/pathogen control processes, 

development of biosensors for environmental pollutants, development 

of improved waste treatment processes and methods for remediating 

contaminated sites, production of transgenic organisms for production 

of new drugs, improved transplantation success and improved animal 

and plant productivity. 


In first year you will gain a foundation in basic biology, chemistry and 

information technology and be given an Introduction to Biotechnology. 

You will gain generic skills allowing you to develop into a productive 

industry scientist/researcher with good teamwork and presentation 

skills that will be reinforced throughout the degree program. 

the second year has the theme ‘using nature to Best advantage’ and 

involves a combination of fundamental biology such as microbiology, 

biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology and aspects of 

biotechnology including agricultural biotechnology and pharmaceutical 

drug discovery and development. Legal, ethical and social issues also 

are discussed. 

the third year has the theme ‘engineering nature to Better advantage’ 

and combines advanced biology, molecular biology, industrial and 

environmental biotechnology and medical biotechnology including 

diagnostics, vaccines, gene therapy and reproductive technologies. 

the fourth (honours) year looks at ‘taking Biotechnology to the 

Marketplace’ and includes studies in enterprise Management, 

where students work in teams to produce a full business plan for a 

biotechnology product or process followed by a nine-month research 

project in an area of the student’s choice. 


Students obtain extensive practical experience in the first three years 

of the degree program, however in the fourth year, this experience 

culminates in a nine-month research project. additional training in the 

fourth year is in the area of biotechnology business plan design. Both 

theory and practical components that are covered in the fourth year are 

unique to the Flinders university Biotechnology degree. 


the Bachelor of Biotechnology degree has direct links to the 

university-owned company, Flinders bioremediation, which specialises 

in environmental Biotechnology. 

Why study Business at Flinders? 

You will have the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and 

skills across a range of professional business-oriented fields, including 

marketing, human resource management, international business, 

entrepreneurship and business economics. the course will also provide 

you with core knowledge in accounting, management, economics, and 

statistical analysis. additionally, the degree provides the opportunity to 

undertake studies in other allied fields, such as a language, legal studies, 

computing, public policy, and commercial law, thus further enhancing 

career opportunities. 

the course will develop a range of skills highly valued by the business 

community and the public sector, including strong analytical skills, the 

ability to think logically and clearly, interpersonal skills, and good verbal 

and written communication skills. 

What is Business? 

It is difficult to define ‘business’ in a simple fashion, since it is a very 

broad concept, with many facets. Most business studies have as a 

central focus the attainment of profits, but there are many, many 

components to successfully operating a business, all of which are 

integral to realising profitability. thus ‘business’ includes studies in 

accounting, economics, marketing, human resource management, 

entrepreneurship, strategic management, operations management, and 

all other areas that impact on business success. But to view ‘business’ 

as being solely about realising profits would be wrong. Business studies 

are also concerned with the broader role of business in the community. 

this includes the contribution that business makes to economic 

development and to realising individual and community aspirations. 

another focus in business studies is the role of government in both 

fostering and regulating business activities. 


the study program for the Bachelor of Business includes six compulsory 

core topics and a requirement to undertake two majors. a major consists 

of two first year topics and four upper level topics. 

the compulsory core topics and the levels at which they are studied are: 

• Accounting for Managers (first year) 

• Introduction to Management (first year) 

• Introductory Microeconomics (first year) 

• Quantitative Methods (first year) 

• Managerial Economics (second year) 

• Strategic Management (third year). 

at least one of the two majors a student chooses to study must be a 

business major, chosen from the following areas of study: 

• Entrepreneurship 

• Business Economics 

• International Business 

• Human Resource Management 

• Marketing. 

a student’s second major can be another business major or it can be 

chosen from the following list: 

• Commercial Law 

• Computer Studies 

• Globalisation 

• International Relations 

• Legal Studies 

• Public Policy, or 

• an approved language 

Students then complete their degree by undertaking a number of 

electives, across topics that are of interest. 


depending on the majors studied, you can build careers in areas such 

as marketing, human resources, strategic management, economic and 

public policy analysis, international finance, banking or management 

consulting, to name but a few. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Business 

Business 


Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of arts 

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Commerce (accounting) 

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) 

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of engineering (Software) 

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of environmental Management 

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of government and Public 

Management 

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Information technology 

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of International Studies 

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice 

Course Length 

3 years, combined degree 4 years to 5.5 years, depending upon 

the combined degree program, 


recent graduates from our business courses have found jobs as 

graduate Officer, graduate trainee, Human resource associate, 

Business development Manager, economic research Manager, 

Industry equity analysts, research analysts, Business and 

Consumer Banking graduate and Marketing executives. 

they have gained positions with the australian national audit 

Office, australian Bureau of Statistics, KPMg and nokia to name 

a few. Our business graduates end up working throughout the 

world. 


an additional one-year honours program is offered to selected 

students. 


Mr Kevin Kirchner. email: kevin.kirchner@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/b.business.htm 


Commerce 

(Accounting)/(Finance) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Commerce (accounting) 

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) 

Course Length 

3 years 


the course provides core studies in a range of topics related 

to business and enables students to satisfy the admission 

requirements of accounting (Institute of Chartered accountants 

in australia and CPa australia) and finance (Financial Services 

Institute of australasia) professional bodies. 


a fourth (honours) year is offered to suitably qualified students and 

involves a research report or thesis and coursework in accounting 

or finance. 


Mr graham Jones. email: graham.jones@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/commerce.htm 

http://business.flinders.edu.au 

CPa australia 

http://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/cpa 

Institute of Chartered accountants in australia 

http://www.icaa.org.au/ 


Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of engineering 

(Computer and electronics) 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of arts 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of Business 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of engineering 

(Software) 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of environmental 

Management 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of government and 

Public Management 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of Health Sciences 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of Information 

technology 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of International 

Studies 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of Laws 

Bachelor of Commerce(accounting)/Bachelor of Laws and Legal 

Practice 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of Business 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of engineering 

(Computer and electronics) 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of engineering 

(Software) 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of arts 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of environmental 

Management 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of government and 


Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of Information 

technology 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of International Studies 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of Laws 

Bachelor of Commerce(Finance)/Bachelor of Laws and Legal 

Practice 

Why study Commerce at Flinders? 

this course provides a foundation for career paths in accounting or 

finance and students may graduate with a named commerce degree 

in one of these areas of specialisation. the Bachelor of Commerce 

(accounting) and Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) will be offered through 

the new Flinders Business School. the School was officially launched 

at the beginning of 2007 and heralds an exciting new era in business 

education at Flinders university. 

the new Business School brings together expertise from the well 

regarded School of Commerce and School of economics in several key 

areas of business studies at Flinders university, including accounting, 

commerce, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, human resource 

management, international business and marketing. It will be a focal 

point for the delivery of high quality business education and for leading 

edge research. 

What is Commerce? 

accountancy (profession) or accounting (methodology) is the 

measurement, disclosure or provision of assurance about financial 

information primarily used by managers, investors, tax authorities 

and other decision-makers to make resource allocation decisions 

within companies, organisations, and public agencies. Finance studies 

addresses the ways in which individuals, businesses, and organisations 

raise, allocate, and use monetary resources over time, taking into 

account the risks entailed in their projects. 


In first year you will take compulsory core subjects in accounting for 

Managers, Introductory Microeconomics, Quantitative Methods and 

Introduction to Business Law. 

Over the course of your degree you will take a specialisation in either 

accounting or finance. 

the accounting specialisation study plan: 

• Accounting for Managers - 1st Year 

• Financial Accounting Processes - 1st Year 

• Cost and Management Accounting - 2nd Year 

• Financial Accounting Issues - 2nd Year 

• Company Accounting - 3rd Year 

• Perspectives on Accounting - 3rd year 

• Auditing - 3rd Year 

• Taxation Law and Practice - 3rd Year. 

If you are interested in obtaining professional body accreditation with 

either CPa australia or the ICaa you will be required to take Corporations 

Law and Financial Management 2nd Year as electives. 

the Finance specialisation study plan: 

• Introductory Microeconomics - 1st Year 

• Introductory Macroeconomics - 1st Year 

• Financial Management - 2nd Year 

• Macroeconomics - 2nd Year 

• Financial Markets - 2nd Year 

• Investments - 3rd Year 

• Corporate Finance - 3rd Year 

• International Finance - 3rd Year. 

You will also complete 33 units in elective topics available from a range 

of areas across the university. 

a fourth (honours) year is offered to suitably qualified students and 

involves a research report or thesis and coursework in accounting or 

finance. 


Our graduates fill positions as diverse as accountant, analyst, auditor, 

management consultant, graduate administrative assistant, corporate 

finance graduate, finance officer, account manager, investment consultant, 

tax accountant, trainee branch manager, specialist manager, administrator 

and supervising manager and numerous other interesting positions. 

Why study Accounting at Flinders? 

the Bachelor of accounting is a specialist postgraduate degree 

designed to prepare professionals and graduands to take advantage of 

the expanding range of career opportunities in accounting, finance and 

financial management. 


the degree’s strength lies in its blend of practice and theory, and 

the emphasis placed on combining specific accounting skills with a 

broader understanding of economics and the fundamentals of business 

practice. Students must complete the following program of studies: 

• Introductory Microeconomics 

• Quantitative Methods 

• Accounting for Managers 

• Financial Accounting Processes 

• Information Communication Technology 1A 

• Introduction to Business Law 

• Financial Management 

• Corporations Law 

• Cost and Management Accounting 

• Financial Accounting Issues 

• Company Accounting 

• Perspectives on Accounting. 

the actual study program is flexible, but students normally undertake 

the first eight topics as listed above in their first year and the 

remainder in their second year. 


undertaking the Bachelor of accounting degree immediately after 

completing an undergraduate degree will provide a platform to jobs 

in chartered accounting, banking, industry or government. For those 

already working, it opens new opportunities by providing new skills and 

a new focus. Many of our students are studying part-time and work on 

a part-time basis. 

Accounting 

(Graduate Entry) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of accounting 

Course Length 

2 years 


the Bachelor of accounting (Bacc) is a specialist course in 

accounting theory and practice which meets the requirements 

for tertiary studies entrance of CPa australia and the Institute 

of Chartered accountants in australia (ICaa). Completion of the 

degree enables students to undertake the Professional Schedule 

of CPa australia or the Professional Year of the ICaa. 


Mr Chee Cheong, email: chee.cheong@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Bachelor of accounting: http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ 

ugrad/bachelor/bac.htm 


Computer Science 


Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Computer Science 

Course Length 

2 years 


there is no mandatory professional accreditation in the 

information technology industry. However, this course is 

recognised by the australian Computing Society as well as having 

the highest level of accreditation from this Society. 


Mr neville Williams, email: neville.williams@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Computer Science - Courses & Programs of Study - 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/comp_sci.html 


Why study Computer Science at Flinders? 

this course provides professional knowledge and skills development 

equivalent to an undergraduate degree majoring in computer science 

and has the highest level of accreditation from the australian 

Computing Society. an important aim of this course is to prepare 

graduates for lifelong learning in a rapidly changing environment where 

the ability to learn quickly new programming languages and approaches 

to software development is essential. there is also an emphasis on 

developing professional skills such as information literacy, group work, 

communication and interpersonal skills. 

What is Computer Science? 

Computing has become vital to all areas of science and technology. It 

also plays an increasingly important role in commercial and social life. 

this graduate entry course is designed primarily for non-computing 

graduates who require computing skills as part of their job or who 

want to pursue a new career in computing. 

However, it is also suitable for computer graduates who wish to renew 

or upgrade their skills and knowledge. 


no prior computing experience is required to start the course, but 

at later levels there is significant scientific and technical depth in 

areas such as software engineering, databases, artificial intelligence, 

hypermedia, and programming languages. 

the course features: 

• an introduction in the first year which assumes no prior experience 

in computing and no specific preparation in other areas such as 

mathematics 

• substantial technical depth at the later levels in areas such as 

software engineering, databases and programming languages 

• topics designed to prepare the graduate for lifelong learning in this 

rapidly changing field 

• a range of group projects prepare students for the transition into the 

workplace and give students the experience of working as a team, and 

• an emphasis throughout on the development of various professional 

skills, such as information literacy, group work, communication and 

interpersonal skills. 


this course is specifically designed to provide graduates with 

comprehensive and portable skills, that will be of value in any form of 

employment that involves some contact with computers and networks 

and requires a high level of literacy in electronic information. the 

degree is of value to: 

• non-computing graduates who are finding increasingly that they need 

skills and knowledge in computing as part of their employment 

• non-computing graduates who want to pursue a more promising 

professional career in computing, possibly within an area related to 

their initial degree, and 

• computing graduates who need to renew or upgrade their skills and 

knowledge. 

Why study Creative Arts (Digital Media) at Flinders? 

If you are interested in working creatively with digital media and 

exploring the connections between information technology and the 

creative arts, then our new digital Media stream is for you. 

the digital Media course will equip students with the basic 

professional skills of digital media production and a broad knowledge 

of digital and screen media. they will develop a range of practical, 

critical and collaborative skills, complemented by the skills and 

knowledge acquired by students completing a major in the closely 

related theory subjects. graduating students will have a portfolio of 

their creative achievements that will allow them to gain employment 

in the arts and communication industries. they will also have the 

opportunity to form emergent production companies capable of project 

development. 


First Year 

Introduction to Creative arts 

Introduction to digital Media 

Information Communication technology 1a 

Computer Programming 

Information technology applications 1, or 

Information Communication technology 1B 

Introduction to Screen Studies 1 

Introduction to Screen Studies 2 

Screen Production techniques 1a 

Second Year 

Communication Skills for Creative artists 

Legal Issues for Creative artists 

Software engineering Practice 

Computer Programming 2a 

Information technology applications 2 

Computer Programming 2B 

Writing and designing for the Web 

Multimedia design 

third Year 

Internet Computing 

Interactive Computer graphics 

Information technology Practice 

enterprise Management for Information technologists 

advanced Multimedia 

Interactive Medias: Futures in Screen, Practice, or 

Kids’ Media Culture 

One third year creative arts topic, to be determined by the Course 

Coordinator (6 units). 


digital Media Studies gives students a solid base in a range of digital 

media developments that are affecting work practices in many fields. 

the exciting future of media in the 21st century allows graduates 

to work in film, radio and television work, arts administration, 

communications, business, public service, and education. 

Fast Facts 

Creative Arts 

(Digital Media) 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Creative arts (digital Media) 

Course Length 

3 years 


Bachelor of Creative arts (Honours) 

graduate diploma in Creative arts (36 units) 

Master of Creative arts (72 units) 

Additional application requirements 

applicants for the digital Media course will be required to provide 

a selection of examples of their use of digital technology to 

produce creative outcomes. this portfolio should demonstrate 

a strong interest in aesthetic creativity in this area rather than 

technical accomplishment. 


Mr John McConchie, email: john.mcconchie@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/creativearts/digmedia/ 

Guidelines 

dVd, Portfolio and other supporting material 

applicants who wish to apply for the digital Media production 

program in the Bachelor of Creative arts must submit examples 

of their original work. entire application should be no more than 

20 items. 

applicants must read and sign the declaration on the Cover 

Sheet stating that the material submitted is their own original 

work. 

Statement 

applicants must also submit a Statement of no more than two 

pages in length, explaining their reasons for wanting to study for 

a Bachelor of Creative arts in digital Media and indicating their 

preparedness for this type of study. 

Submission of Material 

applicants should complete the application details form and 

return it with the supporting material, statement and curriculum 

vitae to: 

department of Screen Studies 

School of Humanities 

Flinders university 

gPO Box 2100 

adelaide Sa 5001 

auStraLIa 

there is a closing date for submission of this material. For 

enquiries please email danni.gray@flinders.edu.au or kerry. 

mooney@flinders.edu.au. 

If necessary we may contact applicants for an interview. no 

discussion of the reasons for acceptance or non-acceptance into 

the course for the Bachelor of Creative arts will be entered into. 

Further Information 

http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/creativearts/admissions/digmedia.php 


Creative Arts 

(Drama) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Creative arts (drama) 

Course Length 

3 years 


drama Centre graduates have made a significant contribution to 

the entertainment industry both nationally and internationally. 

they include academy award nominee Scott Hicks; award 

winning director of theatre, musicals and opera gale edwards; 

award winning actors nick Hope and noni Hazelhurst; and award 

winning playwright Melissa reeves. 







Related Links 

http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/creativearts/drama/ 

Admission 

all applicants must prepare and present two audition pieces, a 

song (sheet music should be provided for the accompanist) and 

participate in movement, voice, and television workshops. there 

are two audition rounds. In the first, applicants present their work; 

in the second, they take part in a workshop day of improvisation. 

the final stage of the process involves an in-depth interview with 

the panel in which the applicant expresses their views on theatre, 

television and film and discusses their aspirations with the 

audition panel. directing students who successfully complete the 

first round of the audition process will be invited to take part in a 

specialist director’s audition. 

Statement 

applicants must submit a statement of no more than two pages in 

length, explaining their reasons for wanting to study for a Bachelor 

of Creative arts in drama and indicating their preparedness for 

this type of study. 

Curriculum Vitae 

applicants should submit a curriculum vitae of no more than three 

pages in length, giving details of any publications, performance, 

work history, training or other experience they consider relevant to 

their application. 


applicants should complete the audition application form and 

return it with the statement and curriculum vitae to: 

department of drama 



gPO Box 2100 

adelaide Sa 5001, auStraLIa 





http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/creativearts/admissions/drama.php 

Why study Creative Arts (Drama) at Flinders? 

a Bachelor of Creative arts from Flinders university will give you the 

creative, practical, critical and collaborative skills necessary to plan a 

career in the arts and communication industries. these skills will be 

complemented by the knowledge you will acquire completing a major 

or by taking closely related theory subjects. 

Flinders is respected for providing ‘the intelligent alternative’ 

in professional drama training, combining a solid grounding in 

performance theory with a high level of technical skill. this stream 

builds on the successful drama Centre theatre program, which is noted 

for its strengths in intercultural performance and contemporary textbased 

experimental theatre. new programs in acting for the camera 

and video production have been developed with the assistance of 

film/television actors from australia, england, Poland and Iran. 


the core aim of the course is to develop in students the creative, 

practical, critical and collaborative skills necessary to pursue a drama 

career in the arts and communications industries. these core skills will 

be complemented by the skills and knowledge acquired by students 

completing a major in the closely related theory subjects. In addition, 

the course provides elective topics which, together with the core 

practical and theory topics, will develop flexible, independent thinkers 

capable of analysing problems from different perspectives, capable 

of critical evaluation of problems and capable of selecting working 

solutions. through their participation in projects drawing on the 

resources of all three streams, students will learn how to collaborate 

with practitioners in related creative disciplines. 

In first year students will undertake 18 units of practical training in 

drama Centre with the co-requisite of 9 units of drama theory. this 

continues in second and third year as 18 units in drama Centre and 

at least 12 units of drama theory topics. there is also provision for 

additional electives at all levels. 


In 1999, the drama Centre moved into a facility which includes a fully 

functioning, three-camera television studio and a ”black-box” studio, 

designed to accommodate the sophisticated equipment which allows 

computer-controlled visual projections to be incorporated into live 

performance. existing teaching and performance spaces, including 

the 425-seat Matthew Flinders theatre and dance and voice training 

studios, have been upgraded as part of the development. 

the decision to invest heavily in video and digitally-enhanced 

performance technology reflects the inclusion in the Flinders training 

program of specialist classes in acting for film and television, and 

the creation of live performances using new technologies. the new 

curriculum has been developed with the assistance of film and 

television actors/directors from england, Poland and Iran, as well as 

australia. this addition to the course builds on the highly successful 

theatre program at the Centre, which is noted for its strengths 

in culturally diverse performance, and contemporary text-based 

experimental theatre. 

Over the past ten years, the drama Centre has developed a number of 

cross-cultural programs in asia, europe, and the Middle east. artists 

from the Philippines, Korea, Japan, england, Iran, and Columbia have 

joined the Flinders staff as visiting lecturers on semester residencies, 

and Flinders students have been invited to take part in performance 

projects in Okinawa, Seoul, Italy, germany, Singapore, Iran and 

Mindanao. 

Why study Creative Arts (Screen Studies) at Flinders? 

this stream provides the conceptual and practical groundwork 

needed to devise short, screen-based productions from conception 

to final presentation. It equips students with the intellectual and 

basic technical skills required to understand screen-based media and 

devise viable production projects, and introduces them to the various 

roles involved in screen production. they then specialise in specific 

skills, including producing, directing, writing, editing or production 

management. 

What is Screen Studies? 

Screens surround us. the new art forms of the twentieth century were 

created on cinema and television screens; the art and communication 

forms of the new century are being created on computer screens. 

these same screens also provide us with entertainment, information, 

education and, increasingly, the virtual environment in which we work. 

We now look at a world through a multitude of screens, and we 

understand its events as much through what they look like on screen 

as through the words people use to describe them. 

Students study the moving image as a technological force, an artistic 

medium, a textual system, and an instrument of ideology. they also 

investigate the economics of entertainment and information. 



practical, critical and collaborative skills necessary to pursue a career 

in the screen area in the arts and communications industries. these 

core skills will be complemented by the skills and knowledge acquired 

by students completing a major in the closely related theory subjects. 

the stream has three parts: 

1. a practical and creative arts core (66 units) with 18 units at first 

level, 24 units at second level and 24 units at third level. the practical 

and creative arts core is the heart of the proposed degree, providing 

the practical, workplace-oriented skills that set the degree apart from a 

liberal arts degree. 

2. a major sequence in the relevant theory subject (33 units) 

which will follow broadly the requirements of a Ba major with 9 

units at first level, 12 units at second level and 12 units at third 

level. Completion of the major sequence will provide students with 

intellectual skills which add value to those acquired through 

the practical core. the aim is to equip graduates with general 

skills and abilities that have direct relevance to the practical core and 

provide additional advantage to their success in the workplace after 

graduation. 

3. Other elective topics (13.5 units) are offered at first level. 

the production core will comprise 9 units of production topics at 

first level, 12 units at second level, and 12 units at third level. In each 

upper level year, 12 units will be dedicated to creative arts that include 

script writing, communication skills and professional writing for 

creative artists and legal and business skills. the production core will 

impart those skills necessary for entry into production industries after 

graduation. 


Screen graduates will be ‘industry ready’. equipped with the basic 

professional skills of screen production and a broad knowledge of 

screen media, they will be highly desirable candidates for entry into 

the film, television and digital media industries. graduates will have the 

opportunity to form emergent production companies capable of project 

development, to compete successfully for funds for short production 

and industry training, and to exploit the expanding opportunities 

created through new media arts and business. 

Fast Facts 

Creative Arts 

(Screen Studies) 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Creative arts (Screen Studies) 

Course Length 

3 years 







Related Links 

http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/creativearts/screen/ 

Guidelines 

Show-reel, Portfolio and other supporting material 

applicants who wish to apply for the screen production program 

in the Bachelor of Creative arts must submit examples of their 

original work. 

Statement 

applicants must also submit a statement of no more than two 

pages in length, explaining their reasons for wanting to study for 

a Bachelor of Creative arts in Screen Production and indicating 

their preparedness for this type of study. 


applicants should complete the application details form and 

return it with the supporting material, statement and curriculum 

vitae to: 

department of Screen Studies 



gPO Box 2100 

adelaide Sa 5001 

auStraLIa 




Interview 

evaluation criteria for short-listing and interview include: 

• existing skills in any area of screen production 

• demonstration of a realistic expectation of the outcome of 

tertiary training, the abilities required by various kinds of screen 

production and the options available after graduation 

• an ability to think critically as well as creatively 

• previous experience. 

If necessary we may contact applicants for an interview. 

no discussion of the reasons for acceptance or non-acceptance 

into the course for the Bachelor of Creative arts will be entered 

into. 


http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/creativearts/admissions/screen.php 


Creative Arts 

(Writing) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Creative arts (Writing) 

Course Length 

3 years 







Related Links 

http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/creativearts/writing/ 

Portfolio 

applicants must submit a portfolio of writing in one or more 

genres (ie. fiction, nonfiction, poetry, etc.) of not fewer than five 

and not more than twenty pages. 

the submission must be typed and double-spaced on a4 paper, 

using one side of the page only. each sheet must be numbered. 

the portfolio should be submitted in a folder or binder that allows 

pages to be turned individually. 

applicants must read and sign a declaration on the cover sheet 

stating that the material submitted is their own original work 

the portfolio will indicate a candidate’s current skill level, which 

will influence their likelihood of success in the degree. 

Statement 

applicants must also submit a statement of not more than one 

page (approximately 250-300 words) that explains their reasons 

for wanting to study for a Bachelor of Creative arts/Creative 

Writing. the statement will indicate an applicant’s preparedness 

for this type of study. applicants who have had work published 

or performed should incorporate this information into their 

statement. 

the statement should be inserted at the beginning of the 

portfolio. It should also be typed and double-spaced. 

Curriculum Vitae 

applicants can also submit a CV of no more than three pages 

giving details of any publications, performances, work history, 

training or other experience they consider relevant to their 

application. the statement and CV will not be counted as part of 

the creative submission, which will still number between five and 

twenty pages. 


applicants should complete the application details form and the 

Cover Sheet and return them with the portfolio and statement to: 

department of english & Cultural Studies 



gPO Box 2100 

adelaide Sa 5001, auStraLIa 




additional application Forms 

http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/creativearts/admissions/writing.php 

Why study Creative Arts (Writing) at Flinders? 

a Bachelor of Creative arts from Flinders university will give you the 

creative, practical, critical and collaborative skills necessary to plan a 

career in the arts and communication industries. these skills will be 

complemented by the knowledge you will acquire completing a major 

or by taking closely related ‘theory’ subjects. 

the Creative Writing stream initially provides an introduction to literary 

studies, fiction, and english in the workplace. the course allows 

students to practise a range of written genres, including poetry, writing 

for children, creative nonfiction and script writing. designing work for 

particular audiences, formats and editing is emphasised and options 

such as publishing and editing are offered. 



practical, critical and collaborative skills necessary to pursue a writing 

career in the arts and communications industries. these core skills will 

be complemented by the skills and knowledge acquired by students 

taking the closely related theory subjects. In addition, the course 

provides elective topics which, together with the core practical and 

theory topics, will develop flexible, independent thinkers capable of 

analysing problems from different perspectives, capable of critical 

evaluation of problems and capable of selecting working solutions. 

through their participation in projects drawing on the resources of all 

three streams, students will learn how to collaborate with practitioners 

in related creative disciplines. 

the practical creative writing core will comprise 13.5 units at first-year 

level, 30 units at second-year level and 30 units at third-year level. 

the first year topics provide introductions to creative writing to the 

major genres and to literary studies in general. upper-level topics 

allow students to practise a range of genres, such as poetry, writing 

for children, creative nonfiction, script writing, etc. and to learn about 

designing work for particular audiences in appropriate formats. editing 

is emphasised in each topic. Students also have the opportunity to 

learn about the new media. 

Students who want to complete a major in english follow the standard 

requirements: 9 units at first-year level (engL 1003 and 1004), 12 units 

at second-year level (drawn from the variety of upper level english 

literature topics), and 12 units at third-year level (drawn from the 

variety of upper level english literature topics). 


graduating creative writing students will be able to demonstrate a 

range of skills and will have a portfolio of their creative achievements 

that will make them attractive to a wide range of employers in the 

arts and communication industries. the Creative Writing stream is an 

ideal preparation for students seeking to work as editors, researchers, 

freelance writers, publishers and authors in both new and traditional 

fields. 

Why study Cultural Tourism at Flinders? 

• Tourism is the largest and fastest growing global industry employing 

people worldwide. 

• The course has a wide perspective with excellent global employment 

opportunities. 

• Small class sizes and the flexibility to tailor the course to your 

interests and job aspirations. 

• The course has strong collaborative links with tourism and cultural 

industries, including practicum placements worldwide. 

this course combines academic analysis of trends in worldwide 

tourism and its impact with practical contact with selected local, 

regional and national aspects of tourism. 

What is Cultural Tourism? 

Cultural tourism is ”travel for essentially cultural motivations, 

including education tours, performing arts, events, festivals, 

pilgrimages, visits to sites and monuments, and the study of nature, 

folklore and art.” - World tourism Organisation 

Cultural tourism is a special interest or niche area of the global tourism 

industry and market and one that is growing at a greater rate than 

mass tourism. the growth is in both visitors participating and in the 

number of people employed each year. 


this course encompasses study in a variety of areas, including 

cultural tourism, festival and event design and management, site 

management and interpretation, arts and heritage management. It may 

also include study from a variety of disciplines including australian 

Studies, archaeology, aboriginal Studies and Legal Studies. Business 

subjects, including marketing, financial planning, business and project 

management, tour guiding, and tour planning and operations, equip 

students with essential skills for management roles in the tourism, 

arts, cultural and heritage areas. Practicum placement components 

of the course at both second and third year levels enable students to 

graduate with both academic knowledge and practical experience. In 

third year students undertake industry linked research projects. 


Industry placement is designed to be part of the process through 

which students learn about cultural tourism and gives practical 

experience in the workplace that supports the academic program. 

It provides invaluable experience, knowledge and contacts and can 

help identify career directions. It is a compulsory component of 

the Bachelor of Cultural tourism in both the second and third years of 

the course. duties and projects undertaken by students on placements 

have varied enormously, including updating documentation; pamphlet 

and web page design; the design of new tours; visitor satisfaction 

surveys; risk management and operation plans; the development of 

new marketing strategies and so on. 


the Bachelor of Cultural tourism produces graduates who are culturally 

aware and active, understand the complexity of australian culture and 

are equipped to begin work in areas such as tour planning, tourism 

policy development, festival and event management and in a variety 

of tourism operations. One graduate was the event Coordinator for 

the “Sounds of the Southern Cross” concert as part of the Year of the 

Outback Celebrations. two others were offered work in Los angeles 

by Qantas Vacations, while another was to commence with ecotours 

in alice Springs. requests were received for two further graduates for 

18-month traineeships with down under Vacations in Seattle, uSa, and 

one for Brendan Worldwide Vacations in Chatsworth, California. 

Cultural Tourism 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Cultural tourism 

Course Length 

3 years 


Bachelor of Cultural tourism (Honours) 

graduate Certificate, graduate diploma and Master of tourism 

graduate Certificate, graduate diploma and Master of Cultural 

Heritage Management 


Professor Jane James, email: jane.james@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/postgrad/tourism_event.htm 


Disability and 

Community Rehabilitation 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of disability and Community rehabilitation 

Course Length 

4 years 


graduates are encouraged to join the disability and rehabilitation 

Professionals association (darpa) during the course and after 

graduation from the degree. 


graduate Certificate in disability Studies - this is a professionallyoriented 

program designed to meet the needs of practitioners 

working in community services and of teachers seeking 

specialised education in this field. Students are encouraged to 

specialise in an area of interest and specific topics are offered in 

autism, Intellectual disability, down Syndrome, dual disability 

and other areas. 

Master of disability Studies - also a professionally-oriented 

program that can be completed full-time in 18 months. the 

program is concerned with general principles related to people 

with a disability, but students are encouraged to specialise in 

areas of particular interest. Students may complete the program 

through coursework or a combination of coursework and an 18unit 

or 24-unit dissertation. 

Phd Program - a person holding an honours degree in disability 

Studies or an equivalent program will be considered to undertake 

a Phd in disability Studies. 


Mr John grantley, email: john.grantley@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://som.flinders.edu.au/FuSa/dusabstyd/ 


Why study Disability and Community Rehabilitation at Flinders? 

a personally and professionally rewarding career which makes 

important differences in people’s lives. Job opportunities are available 

in a wide variety of fields including counselling, rehabilitation, case 

management, skill development and individual support. 

What is Disability and Community Rehabilitation? 

Contemporary society recognises that people with disabilities should 

be offered every opportunity to involve themselves fully in community 

life. disability and community rehabilitation professionals play an 

important role in making this a reality, not just by providing physical 

assistance but also by assisting people with diverse needs to grow 

as individuals. their professional interests are broad incorporating 

health, psychological and educational issues, as well as the current 

best practices to develop social and vocational skills of people with 

developmental or acquired disabilities. 


First year - the first year introduces the student to the diversity of 

people who comprise society, prevailing societal values and attitudes 

towards difference, as well as current philosophies and effective 

practices in the treatment of people with disability. also included 

are issues of health and lifespan development and an introduction 

to neurological rehabilitation. Second/third Year - there is a focus 

on specific areas such as family and professional partnership, 

communication and language, principles of learning and instruction, 

ethical and legal issues, and counselling, case management and 

employment. Skills, knowledge and professional behaviours must be 

demonstrated successfully by students during the three compulsory 

practicum placements which take place in a variety of community, 

residential, recreational and employment settings. Fourth year allows a 

range of study alternatives - specialisations or honours or rehabilitation 

Counselling stream. 


Skills, knowledge and professional behaviours must be demonstrated 

successfully by students during the three compulsory practicum 

placements which take place in a variety of community, residential, 

recreational and employment settings. theory and practice are closely 

interwoven to enable graduates to become efficient and effective 

practitioners. graduates will be equipped to promote the physical 

and emotional wellbeing of people with disabilities, as well as teach 

functional skills and apply research and evaluation skills. they will 

be able to utilise person-centred planning, develop and implement 

positive behavioural support plans, provide case management 

services and provide counselling support. they will be able to work 

with families and caregivers to enhance the quality of life; liaise with 

community services and other professionals; facilitate self-advocacy 

and/or negotiate on behalf of people with disabilities, as well as assist 

individuals to access and maintain meaningful vocational experiences. 

they will be in a position to work independently or as part of a team. 


as a Flinders graduate disability and Community rehabilitation 

professional you are qualified to work in the field of service provision 

for people with diverse needs, including developmental and acquired 

disabilities. employment areas include government and nongovernment 

organisations working as developmental educators, 

disability liaison officers, options coordinators, welfare officers, social 

and community workers, counsellors, administrators, managers and 

chief executive officers. 

graduates also may choose to develop skills and knowledge in 

rehabilitation counselling, an area of expertise which is being 

negotiated for recognition by the australian Society of rehabilitation 

Counsellors and the rehabilitation Counselling association of 

australasia. 

Why study Ecotourism at Flinders? 

the ecotourism degree at Flinders university is firmly based in the 

Science Faculty because the natural sciences are the basis of effective 

ecotourism. 

the degree has been designed in consultation with the tourism 

industry and relevant government agencies to produce graduates 

suited for careers as future operators, guides, planners, and 

consultants in the nature-based tourism industry. the program of 

study combines a science, tourism and business focus and includes 

compulsory industry work experience. the course was tailored to meet 

the demand for informed and articulate ecotourism professionals. 

the approach at Flinders university is in marked contrast to other 

ecotourism degrees and courses, most of which originate in business 

or tourism and hospitality institutions, and are consequently unable to 

offer adequate training in the natural sciences. 

Flinders is an excellent base for the ecotourism degree because there 

are a wide variety of habitats in easy reach of the campus. Students 

gain experience in a broad range of ecosystems such as marine and 

freshwater, arid-lands and forests. 

What is Ecotourism? 

ecotourism is sustainable nature-based tourism that involves education 

and interpretation of the natural environment, and is one of the fastest 

growing sectors of the tourism industry. 

ecotourism appeals mainly to an educated clientele of all ages which 

generally shuns commercial hype but is prepared to pay for informed 

commentary and a ‘real’ experience. there is often a degree of overlap 

with adventure tourism. 


throughout the degree there is a strong emphasis on practical training 

underpinned by a strong scientific background. Consequently, students 

are trained in critical thinking and delivering technical information in an 

accessible way that can be understood by non-specialists. In addition 

students are trained in the business and tourism subjects vital for 

managing an ecotourism business. 

the study program comprises: 

• two-thirds mainly science-based material 

• one-third tourism and business material, including a compulsory 

industry work experience component. 

the course has a strong fieldwork component and a unique science 

emphasis. 

In first year you will be introduced to ecotourism and its components 

(including biology, earth sciences, geography, aboriginal studies, 

marketing and the law), take practical lessons in first aid and bushcraft 

and learn to use four-wheel drive vehicles. 

In second and third year you will specialise in particular areas of 

interest in the natural sciences and look more closely at tourism 

planning, management and marketing and the impact of tourism. 

extended fieldwork in national parks and remote areas is included in 

second year and you will spend four weeks on work experience during 

the summer breaks following first and second year. 


graduates could find positions as: tourism operators, guides, planners, 

interpretative centre staff, and research officers. these positions 

potentially lead to careers in ecotourism management. 

employers include tourist resorts and operators, government at all 

levels, and non-government organisations. 

graduates with the right skills also are in demand as managers in 

science and technology industries or as administrators, planners and 

consultants in government. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of ecotourism 



Language 

Course Length 

3 years, or 4 years with honours 

Ecotourism 


Bachelor of ecotourism (Honours), Master of Science (research), 

Phd (research), graduate diploma in tourism (Biodiversity), 

Master of tourism (Biodiversity) 


dr Sonia Kleindorfer, email: sonia.kleindorfer@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Bachelor of ecotourism - Courses & Programs of Study - 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/ecotourism.html 


Education 

(Early Childhood) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of education (early Childhood) 


Bachelor of arts 

Course Length 

4 years 


graduates will be provided with an academic qualification 

which will enable them to apply for registration to the teachers’ 

registration Board in South australia, interstate and some 

overseas countries (exact requirements may vary). 


Selected students are offered the opportunity to complete an 

honours program in education or arts. 


School of education, email: eduinfo@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bed.child.htm 


Why study Education at Flinders? 

Flinders aims to educate teachers who appreciate the complex 

nature of a teacher’s work and practice in ways that promote a 

socially just, democratic and ecologically sustainable world. all our 

courses emphasise that a teacher’s work involves combinations of 

the following attributes: high levels of knowledge; values; skills; 

personal dispositions; sensitivities and capabilities. the Bed(eCh)/Ba 

combined degrees program is an initial teacher education program that 

prepares students from diverse backgrounds to combine a broad liberal 

education with preparation for professional roles in the field of early 

childhood education. 

this innovative new course aims to support education students to 

become effective practitioners in teaching children from birth to 

eight years of age in a range of community settings. this involves 

understanding the complex nature of teachers’ work, and acquiring 

knowledge about young children, their families, community services 

that provide for their care and education, and the curriculum and 

pedagogy of early childhood education. 

What is Early Childhood Education? 

early childhood spans the human life from birth to age eight. Infants 

and toddlers experience life more holistically than any other age group. 

Social, emotional, intellectual, language, and physical lessons are not 

separated by the infant. adults who are most helpful to young children 

interact in ways that understand that the child is learning from the 

whole experience, not just that part of the experience to which the 

adult gives attention. Other terms that are often used interchangeably 

with ‘early childhood education’ are ‘early childhood learning’, ‘early 

care’, and ‘early education’. 


Bachelor of education: students will study education topics which 

include education studies, curriculum studies and early childhood 

studies necessary for teaching in early childhood settings, and, 

teaching practica in early childhood settings. 

Bachelor of arts: in the Bed(eCh)/Ba program, students will complete a 

major and a minor in two Bachelor of arts subject disciplines plus other 

arts subjects. 


there are two teaching practicums in the degree, one in third year and 

the other in fourth year. Students must have cleared a Police Check 

before they can undertake practice teaching. Students whose Police 

Checks are not cleared by the education sectors will not be able to 

undertake practice teaching and will not therefore be able to complete 

the requirements of the course. applicants offered a place in this 

course will be sent details about the Police Check process. 


the degree prepares graduates to work in services providing for 

the education and care of children from birth to eight years of age. 

early childhood education is a priority of both State and Federal 

governments. Potential employers include: child care centres, 

kindergartens/pre-schools, junior primary schools, and other associated 

settings. 


Flinders aims to educate teachers who appreciate the complex nature 

of a teacher’s work and practice in ways that promote a socially 

just, democratic and ecologically sustainable world. all our courses 

emphasise that a teacher’s work involves combinations of the 

following attributes: high levels of knowledge; values; skills; personal 

dispositions; sensitivities and capabilities. 

the Bed (Junior Primary/Primary) is for students who wish to teach 

reception to Year 7. It can be taken as a four-year combined degrees 

program with a Ba or BSc or a two-year graduate-entry program. 

Most classes are delivered on campus and during the day. Students 

may also take a Lutheran strand by enrolling in additional topics. 

What is Education? 

education encompasses teaching and learning specific skills, and 

also something less tangible but more profound: the imparting of 

knowledge, positive judgment and well-developed wisdom. Primary 

education is the first stage of compulsory education. It is preceded 

by pre-school or nursery education and is followed by secondary 

education. 


these combined degrees will comprise 144 units in total: 72 units 

of studies in education and the practicum, and 72 units of studies in 

science or arts disciplines. the structure of the programs will allow 

students to combine the study of education and arts and/or science 

which will relate to content knowledge in the school curriculum area in 

primary schools. Bachelor of education: includes topics incorporating 

educational psychology and sociology, and those that focus on teaching 

aboriginal and torres Strait Islander students and students with special 

needs. graduates will be qualified to teach across the primary years 

of schooling (reception to Year 7) and will be familiar with the eight 

key learning areas which include society and environment, technology, 

science, english, languages, mathematics, health and physical 

education and the arts. Bachelor of arts: in the Bed (Junior Primary/ 

Primary)/Ba program, students will be provided with the opportunity to 

explore several different fields of study in-depth. Bachelor of Science: 

in the Bed (Junior Primary/Primary)/BSc program, students will be 

provided with the opportunity to study a broad-based foundation in 

science and to specialise in at least two science disciplines of their 

choice. 


there are two teaching practicums: a total of four consecutive weeks 

(20 days), is spent in a metropolitan or country junior primary or 

primary school. the second practicum includes a total of 10 single 

or consecutive days, or any combination of single or consecutive 

days during term 1 of the school year to be spent in a metropolitan 

or country junior primary or primary school. a total of six consecutive 

weeks (30 days) will be spent in a metropolitan or country school 

during term 2. the 40 days are usually spent in the same school. 

Students must have cleared a Police Check before they can undertake 

practice teaching. Students whose Police Checks are not cleared by the 

education sectors will not be able to undertake practice teaching and 

will not therefore be able to complete the requirements of the course. 

applicants offered a place in this course will be sent details about the 

Police Check process. 


graduates can expect to find positions in government, independent 

and Catholic schools throughout South australia and there is the 

potential for employment interstate and overseas. 

Education 

(Junior Primary/Primary) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of education (Junior Primary/Primary)/arts 

Bachelor of education (Junior Primary/Primary)/Science 

Bachelor of education (Junior Primary/Primary) (graduate entry) 

Course Length 

First degree students to complete a combined degrees program 

with either a Bachelor of arts or Bachelor of Science in four years. 

graduate-entry students to complete the Bachelor of education 

(Junior Primary/Primary) only in two years. a combined degrees 

program is not offered. 


this degree provides an academic qualification which will enable 

graduates to apply for teacher registration in South australia, 

interstate and some overseas countries. 



honours program in education, arts or science. 



Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bedjp.htm 


Education 

(Middle) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of education (Middle)/arts 

Bachelor of education (Middle)/Health Science 

Bachelor of education (Middle)/Science 

Course Length 


with either a Bachelor of arts, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of 

Health Sciences in four years. 


this degree provides an academic qualification which will enable 

graduates to apply for teacher registration in South australia, 

interstate and some overseas countries. 


an honours program is offered to selected students. 


Ms georgina Cattley, email: georgina.cattley@flinders.edu.au and 

Ms Kate ridley, email: kate.ridley@flinders.edu.au. 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bedms.htm 

teachers registration Board of South australia 

http://www.trb.sa.edu.au/ 




of a teacher’s work and practice in ways that promote a socially 

just, democratic and ecologically sustainable world. all our courses 

emphasise that a teacher’s work involves combinations of the 

following attributes: high levels of knowledge; values; skills; personal 

dispositions; sensitivities and capabilities. 

the Bed (Middle School) is for students who wish to teach Years 6-10. 

It can be taken as a four-year double degrees program with a Ba, BSc 

or BHlthSc. 

Most classes are delivered on campus and during the day. Students 

may also take a Lutheran strand by enrolling in additional topics. 

What is Education? 

education encompasses teaching and learning specific skills, 

and something less tangible but more profound: the imparting of 

knowledge, positive judgment and well-developed wisdom. 


the course includes topics incorporating educational psychology and 

sociology, and others that focus on teaching aboriginal and torres 

Strait Islander students and students with special needs. Students 

will be required to choose two learning areas from the eight learning 

areas available. they will then specialise in their science or arts major 

and minor areas so that they can teach those subjects up to Year 10. 

Students will be required to undertake teaching experience which 

comprises a series of school placements that build on education 

and Curriculum Studies topics. the School of education works 

with government and non-government schools, located across the 

metropolitan area and in rural and regional areas. 

Program of Study: First year - science topics, educational Sociology 

and educational Philosophy. Second year - science topics, Literacy and 

numeracy, development, Learning and Inclusive teaching. third year 

- science topics; education elective; Integrated Curriculum Studies; 

Curriculum Studies specialisation, and teaching Practicum 1. Fourth 

Year - Social and Cultural Worlds of Learning; teaching Indigenous 

australian Students; Curriculum Studies; teaching Practicum 2, and 

education electives. 


Students must have cleared a Police Check before they can undertake 

practice teaching. Students whose Police Checks are not cleared by the 

education sectors will not be able to undertake practice teaching and 

will not therefore be able to complete the requirements of the course. 

applicants offered a place in this course will be sent details about the 

Police Check process. 

the course includes the following practical experience: Second 

year - 20 school days expectation over the year. third year - a 4-week 

teaching practicum block over July-august. Fourth year - 10 single days 

and a 6-week teaching practicum block between January and June. 


graduates can expect to find positions in government, independent 

and Catholic schools throughout South australia and there is the 

potential for employment interstate and overseas. graduates will 

be provided with an academic qualification which will enable them 

to apply for registration to the teachers’ registration Board in South 

australia, interstate and some overseas countries (exact requirements 

may vary). graduates of a Ba, BSc or BHlthSc can apply for positions in 

a range of government and private industry settings. graduates of the 

BHlthSc can work in a variety of community health settings. 



of a teacher’s work and practice in ways that promote a socially just, 

democratic and ecologically sustainable world. all our courses emphasise 

that a teacher’s work involves combinations of the following attributes: 

high levels of knowledge; values; skills; personal dispositions; sensitivities 

and capabilities.the Bed (Secondary) is for students who wish to teach 

Years 8-12. Students may also take a Lutheran strand by enrolling in 

additional topics. 


the combined degrees programs will comprise 144 units in total: 72 

units of studies in education and the practicum, and 72 units of studies 

in science or arts disciplines. the structure of the programs will allow 

students to combine the study of education and arts and/or science 

which will relate to content knowledge in the school curriculum area in 

secondary schools. 

Bachelor of education: includes topics incorporating educational 

psychology and sociology, and others that focus on teaching aboriginal and 

torres Strait Islander students and students with special needs. Students 

will be required to choose two learning areas from the eight learning areas 

available. they will then specialise in their science or arts major and minor 

areas so that they can teach those subjects up to Year 12. Students will 

be required to undertake teaching experience which comprises a series of 

school placements that build on education and Curriculum Studies topics. 

the School of education works with government and non-government 

schools, located across the metropolitan area and in rural and regional 

areas. 

Bachelor of arts: in the Bed (Secondary)/Ba program, students will be 

provided with the opportunity to explore several different fields of study 

in depth. On successful completion of this degree students will be able 

to teach secondary classes (Years 8-12), in subjects selected from areas 

which include english, drama, mathematics, science (biological sciences, 

earth sciences), modern languages (French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, 

Chinese, Indonesian, german, greek), digital media studies (It), health 

education, physical education, society and environment (history, sociology, 

religion studies, geography, environmental studies, legal studies, asian 

studies, australian studies). 

Bachelor of Science: in the Bed (Secondary)/BSc program, students will 

be provided with the opportunity to study a broad-based foundation in 

science and to specialise in at least two science disciplines of their choice. 

Students will complete 72 units (ie equivalent of two years full-time study) 

from approved Bachelor of Science topics. this includes a major of 45 

units and a minor of 18 units to provide depth of knowledge in two science 

discipline areas and nine other science units to provide breadth of study. 

Bachelor of Health Sciences: in the Bed(Secondary)BHlthSc program, 

students will be provided with the opportunity to study health topics 

and Health education and Promotion, or Physical education to provide 

background for a first teaching area, and electives from either the Ba or 

BSc, to provide the backgrounds for a second teaching area appropriate at 

the junior secondary level. 


there are two teaching practicums. the first teaching practicum occurs in 

the third year of the degree program. a total of four consecutive weeks 

(20 days) is spent in a metropolitan or country secondary school. the 

second practicum occurs in the final year of the degree program. a total of 

10 single or consecutive days or any combination of single or consecutive 

days to be spent in a metropolitan or country secondary school, during 

term 1. an additional six consecutive weeks (30 days) will be spent in a 

metropolitan or country secondary school, during term 2. the 40 days are 

usually spent in the same school. Students must have cleared a Police 

Check before they can undertake practice teaching. Students whose 

Police Checks are not cleared by the education sectors will not be able to 

undertake practice teaching and will not therefore be able to complete the 

requirements of the course. applicants offered a place in this course will 

be sent details about the Police Check process. 

Fast Facts 

Education 

(Secondary) 

Course Name 

Bachelor of education (Secondary)/arts 

Bachelor of education (Secondary)/Science 

Bachelor of education (Secondary)/Health Science 

Bachelor of education (Secondary) (graduate entry) 

Course Length 


with either a Bachelor of arts, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor 

of Health Sciences in four years. graduate-entry students to 

complete the Bachelor of education (Middle School/Secondary) 

only in two years. 


graduates will be provided with an academic qualification which 

will enable them to apply for registration in South australia, 

interstate and some overseas countries (exact requirements may 

vary). 



honours program in education, arts or science. 



Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bedsec.htm 


Education 

(Special Education) 


Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of education (Special education) 


this is a pre-service degree designed for people without teaching 

qualifications. 

Course Length 

2 years 


graduates will be provided with an academic qualification which 

will enable them to apply for registration in South australia, 

interstate and some overseas countries (exact requirements may 

vary). 



Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bese.htm 


Why study Special Education at Flinders? 

Increasingly, students with special needs are enrolling in regular preschools 

and mainstream school classes, necessitating much closer 

collaboration between teachers trained in special education and those 

teaching mainstream classes. 

regular classroom teachers now need knowledge and skills 

traditionally seen as belonging to special educators and special 

educators have to work more closely with regular class teachers 

to adapt and modify programs to make them more inclusive of all 

children. 

What is Special Education? 

Special education is instruction that is modified or particularised for 

those students with special needs, such as learning differences, 

mental health problems, specific disabilities (physical or 

developmental), and giftedness. 


the course combines studies in either junior primary/primary or upper 

primary/lower secondary education with studies in special education. 

the 72-unit program involves: 12 units of school placement and a 

special project; 36 units of curriculum studies; and 24 units of special 

education topics. 


the first teaching practicum comprises a total of four consecutive 

weeks (20 days), is spent in a metropolitan or country junior primary 

or primary school. emphasis is placed on the planning, implementation 

and evaluation of teaching programs. Close links are established 

between curriculum studies at Flinders and school curricula. the 

second practicum includes a total of 10 single or consecutive days, 

or any combination of single or consecutive days during term 1 of the 

school year to be spent in a metropolitan or country junior primary 

or primary school. a total of six consecutive weeks (30 days) will be 

spent in a metropolitan or country school during term 2. the 40 days 

are usually spent in the same school. 


this course aims to produce new teachers who have the expertise in 

general teaching and in special education to operate effectively and 

apply their knowledge and skills in a range of classroom settings and 

with diverse groups of students. 

depending on their choice of studies, graduates will be equipped to 

teach in either junior primary/primary or upper primary/lower secondary 

settings in a wide range of schools. 

Why study Software Engineering at Flinders? 

this course was the first engineering degree in South australia 

specifically for students looking to work as professional software 

engineers. the course award provides for employment across a wide 

range of areas involving complex software systems and computer 

hardware including embedded systems. 

the degree provides flexibility with respect to how students choose to 

construct their professional portfolio. there are options for students to 

combine their engineering award with a number of other awards, or, 

for students to choose electives from across a wide range of university 

subjects. the degree includes industry-based professional practicum 

options that draw on more than 100 local, national and international 

companies that support this experience. Students thus complete their 

final year of study having already gained a first-hand understanding of 

the role of the graduate engineer. they graduate with a proven on-thejob 

performance and many go on to work full-time with the company 

that provided their placement, or with another in the same industry. 

What is Software Engineering? 

the software engineering course focuses on the systematic 

development of large-scale software systems, particularly those 

involving networked services and hardware interfaces. Students learn 

how to analyse, design, construct and test complex software systems, 

including embedded, distributed and real life systems. there is a strong 

emphasis on practical skills and teamwork. 

the advanced topics in this award as well as the fourth (final) year 

project draw on the productive and growing research and development 

activity in such areas as embedded and intelligent systems, knowledge 

discovery and management, and enterprise It. 


throughout the award students develop critical skills in information 

technology (It), oral and written communications, report writing, 

tendering, resume preparation, job application, interview and 

negotiation techniques. these professional skills complement the 

engineering technical knowledge and skills taught by staff who are 

actively involved in research and development projects. 

there are two options in first year, both based around five core topics 

covering computer programming, digital electronics, mathematics, and 

professional skills for engineers. 

If a student has completed Year 12 physics, they can take topics 

in analogue electronics, professional english and physics and so 

complete a first year program. the other option open to all students 

includes data analysis laboratory, professional english and information 

communication technology. 

In second and third years students develop technical skills in 

programming, database systems, microcomputers and computer 

networks, and undertake an industry-based professional practicum. 

upon completion of third year, students who meet the entry 

requirements may apply for admission to the “with honours” program 

offered in fourth (final) year. Final year students complete either a 

design project, or a research and development-oriented project if they 

are in the ”with honours” stream. 


graduates will be equipped to work as software designers in areas 

as diverse as smart cards, mobile commerce and communications, 

simulators, medical and imaging equipment, Internet computing and 

defence systems. 

Engineering 

(Software Engineering) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of engineering (Software engineering) 


Business, Commerce (accounting), Commerce (Finance), 

Information technology, Innovation and enterprise (Science and 

technology), diploma of Language 

Course Length 

4 years 


the Bachelor of engineering (Software engineering) course* 

is accredited by engineers australia and is recognised 

internationally. graduates meet the academic requirements for 

attaining Chartered Professional engineer status. In addition, the 

award is accredited by the australian Computer Society. 

*accreditation of any new engineering course occurs in the first 

year it is offered. Such accreditation is provisional until the course 

produces its first graduates. 


Master of engineering (Master of Science (research), Phd 

(research) 


dr Kenneth Pope, email: kenneth.pope@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

engineering (Software) - Courses & Programs of Study - http:// 

www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/eng_software.html 


Environmental Health Environmental Management 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of environmental Health 

Course Length 

3 years 


the course is accredited by the australian Institute of 

environmental Health and the South australian department of 

Human Services and is recognised by other relevant Federal and 

State authorities. 


environmental Health graduate Susan Bourne believes Flinders 

is an excellent university that provides its students with a “high 

quality education” as well as a sense of belonging to a supportive 

campus community. Susan says this feeling of community is 

generated because students and staff across the campus are 

always extremely approachable and, for students, there is a 

sense of security because there are numerous resources always 

available when additional support is needed. She also believes 

her participation in the range of extracurricular seminar programs, 

field placements and graduate skills seminars offered by the 

university will stand her in good stead for the future. “these 

programs and training opportunities were professionally run and 

structured to meet the needs of all who attended,” she says. “as 

a graduate any clues regarding employment and the future are 

invaluable.” 


graduates have the opportunity to proceed to an honours degree 

and, from there, to a research higher degree. alternatively a 

graduate Certificate in environmental Health (risk assessment) 

is available. 


dr richard Bentham, email: richard.bentham@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://som.flinders.edu.au/FuSa/envHealth/default.htm 


Why study Environmental Health? 

the course focus is on preparing graduates who can immediately start 

work in the field. they have technical and theoretical expertise and the 

practical ability to anticipate future problems, critically evaluate reports 

and complex data, and deal with environmental health issues which 

may involve conflict between interested groups. One of our greatest 

strengths is that opportunities for employment are increasing as the 

public becomes more aware of health and environmental issues and 

more demanding about health standards. 

the course incorporates all these components while also placing 

a strong emphasis on communication and educational skills, the 

principles of human behaviour, and the ability to resolve problems. 

What is Environmental Health? 

this course originally was created to educate environmental Health 

Officers (eHOs) to work in industry and government, particularly local 

government, in areas such as environmental health, environmental 

protection and occupational health and safety. However, many other 

career paths have become available to our graduates, including 

research and development, training and education, and health services. 

eHOs monitor and maintain health standards in relation to air, food 

and water quality, soil pollution, waste management, noise pollution, 

pest control, housing and the use of hazardous substances. their 

expertise covers physical and biological sciences, an understanding of 

communities, and relevant aspects of the law and administration. 


the course structure provides for a thorough understanding of pure 

and applied science integrated with social sciences and law, and 

provides opportunities for students to develop skills for communicating 

with diverse audiences. Students are given the opportunity, through 

field placements, to experience the work of an environmental Health 

Officer and to integrate theoretical, practical, problem-solving and 

investigative skills, as individuals and as part of a team. In first year 

students will study biology, chemistry, physics and introductory 

topics directly relevant to environmental health, as well as learning 

communication skills and information management. 

In subsequent years, further studies in environmental health are 

combined with related areas such as law, microbiology, engineering 

and management. Specific topics include: Health aspects of Water 

Quality; the Built environment; toxicology for environmental Health; 

Social and environmental Psychology; Food, nutrition and Health; and 

Human Physiology. 

In second year, you will spend time in field placements with local 

government, State agencies, local businesses and other environmental 

health professionals to gain on-the-job experience. a final-year major 

research project also is required, usually initiated and supported by 

these external agencies. 


Practical fieldwork placements are an integral and important 

element of the course in providing students with the opportunity to 

integrate their theoretical knowledge with practical, problem-solving 

and investigative skills. the course includes field visits to various 

industrial sites and supervised work experience placements with local 

government authorities and other agencies. 


the department employs five academic staff with a broad range 

of research interests including: biological wastewater treatment, 

quality (microbiological and chemical) of surface and recreational 

waters and terrestrial runoff, water re-use, environmental toxicology, 

environmental and occupational exposure to chemicals, risk 

assessment, environmental epidemiology, contaminated site 

assessment and bioremediation, Legionella ecology and control, gIS 

and health. 

Why study Environmental Management? 

this course was created to meet the growing demand for graduates 

who can help communities and businesses to better manage our 

environment and its resources. the emphasis in the course is on the 

complex and constantly changing interaction between society and 

the environment. the aim of the program, therefore, is to provide a 

broad-based knowledge of the processes at work in our environment 

and an understanding of the problems facing us in that environment, 

together with experience of the strategies which are being used to 

provide solutions to those problems. approximately two-thirds of the 

degree program takes the form of a set of core studies in geography, 

environmental studies, economics, biology and earth sciences. 

What is Environmental Management? 

environmental management deals with some of the most vital issues 

facing australia and the rest of the world today - water resources, 

biodiversity, coastal management, pollution, land degradation, energy 

use, climate change and sustainable resource use. the course 

combines the study of physical geography, the earth sciences and 

biology (which explain how environmental systems work and how 

human activities impact on these systems), with the study of the 

social sciences (which explain the causes of this impact and how 

our environmental behaviour can be better managed to minimise 

this impact). the course also provides a training in environmental 

monitoring and analysis, and in the economic and social evaluation and 

appraisal of environmental impacts. 


In first year students take core topics including environmental Studies; 

Water resources and Society; Cities as Human environments; and 

environment, economy and Culture; as well as introductory economics. 

Students also will choose between topics in biology or earth sciences. 

Second year focuses on the knowledge and practical skills students 

will need for professional environmental work, including such topics 

as environmental Systems; Computing Methods in geography; 

demography; and Introduction to environmental economics. third 

year has two parts. Students take three core topics: geographical 

Information Systems; Issues in environmental Management; and 

environmental economics. approximately one-third of the degree 

is made up of electives that allow students to tailor their degree 

and specialise in a number of fields ranging from science, politics, 

development, hydrology to ecology. 


Students undertake field work in a number of disciplines including 

vegetation measurement, mapping, geographical information systems, 

water quality and riparian assessment. 


the School has a number of facilities and resources available to 

students in the degree. these include the Spatial Information Systems 

Laboratory which is a teaching and research resource. It contains 

networked Core 2 dual computers running arC-gIS and erdaS 

IMagIne geographical information system and remote sensing 

software. Students can also access australian Bureau of Statistics 

Census data. all students have access to central computing facilities 

and a number of 24 hour Faculty PC laboratories. the School has 

the Murray McCaskill resource Centre which houses the School’s 

map, historical aerial photograph, and thesis collections. the Physical 

geography Laboratory is used by staff and students and has a secure 

chemical store, drying oven, and reference herbarium. there is a suite 

of water quality testing and field survey and vegetation measurement 

equipment. 


graduates have found employment in organisations such as local, 

State and national government agencies, State government, catchment 

management boards, non-government organisations, educational 

institutions, consulting firms and businesses. 

Fast Facts - Environmental Management 

Course Name 

Bachelor of environmental Management 


Business 

Course Length 

3 years 


Students wishing to continue in their studies have a number 

of options available. these include honours which provides the 

traditional step towards a Phd and research career. the Honours 

in environmental Management also provides a link to industry 

with an industry placement topic. the School also offers an 

articulated graduate Certificate, graduate diploma and Masters 

by coursework degree. 


dr david Bass, email: david.bass@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.ssn.flinders.edu.au/geog/courses/envmgemt.php 


Environmental Science Forensic and 

Analytical Chemistry 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of environmental Science 


Laws and Legal Practice, Innovation and enterprise (Science and 

technology), diploma of Language 

Course Length 

3 years 


Bachelor of Science in environmental Science (Honours), Master 

of Science (research), Phd (research) 


dr erick Bestland, email: erick.bestland@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

environmental Science - Courses & Programs of Study - 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/envsci.html 


Why study Environmental Science at Flinders? 

With its specialisations in three rapidly emerging environmental areas, 

the environmental science degree at Flinders university is unique in 

South australia and nationally. this degree will appeal particularly to 

students who have a keen interest in understanding, developing and 

applying modern multidisciplinary science to solve a diverse range of 

environmental problems; enjoy working outdoors to carry out their 

study in exciting field locations; and wish to develop their personal 

scientific skills as well as professional teamwork skills required in the 

growing environmental profession. 

What is Environmental Science? 

environmental science is an interdisciplinary program that combines 

biology, earth science, and chemistry. environmental science 

applies scientific techniques and solutions to issues of ecosystem 

sustainability. at Flinders university, environmental science uses state 

of the art technologies (including computer simulation and prediction, 

forensic identification, and other cutting edge tools and methods), to 

train professionals for careers in this critical field. 


First year subjects will include biology; hydrology and geology; and 

oceanography and meteorology. In second and third years students 

will: 

• work in small interdisciplinary teams 

• investigate specific environmental problems such as river salinity, 

land and water contamination, coastal dune management, land and 

coastal ecosystem impacts, marine bioproductivity and its relation to 

global change, and 

• hands-on projects in a variety of field settings and in state of the art 

laboratories. 

Specialisations include: 

• Coasts and Catchments - which trains scientists in coastal and 

catchment hydrology and ecology 

• Environmental Forensics - which equips graduates with the 

necessary forensic skills to identify and trace the source of 

environmental contamination, or 

• Global Water Resources - which trains scientists to understand the 

interactions, relationships and cycles between water, ecosystems and 

the environment. 


there is a great variety of career opportunities in environmental 

science ranging from international environmental consultants to 

environmental officers with local catchment boards. environmental 

scientists work in either public or private sector organisations. 

Most career opportunities allow for a combination of field work, 

laboratory analysis and computer simulation. the specialisations in 

environmental science offered at Flinders reflect growing areas of 

concern both within australia and internationally, providing increasing 

employment opportunities. 

Why study Forensic and Analytical Chemistry at Flinders? 

this course was designed in consultation with analytical and forensic 

chemists working in the public and private sectors. Ongoing input 

is provided by organisations such as the South australian Police 

department, the South australian Forensic Science Centre, the 

australian Federal Police, the national Institute of Forensic Science and 

local South australian industries and laboratories. It combines studies 

in all aspects of chemistry with related sciences such as biology 

and earth sciences, the necessary mathematical and computer skills 

required to process and analyse data, and a thorough grounding in 

industrial practice and the relevant areas of our legal system. 

What is Forensic and Analytical Chemistry? 

analytical chemistry involves analysing and identifying elements 

and compounds. Forensic chemistry is the application of analytical 

chemistry to matters of a legal nature, whether related to crime, 

environmental or safety laws, or simply the rules of society. 


In first year you will gain a sound foundation in chemistry, forensic 

methods, biology and the australian legal system and select from 

options including archaeology, information technology, computer 

programming, earth sciences, mathematics, physics or marine 

sciences. 

Second year includes a range of science topics including analytical 

Chemistry, Molecular Biology for Forensic Science, Statistics for 

Forensic Science and two specific hands-on topics on Forensic 

Microscopy and Forensic dna. third year places specific emphasis 

on forensic methods, including dna fingerprinting, drug/chemical 

analysis, trace analysis (in soils, hairs and fibres etc) and environmental 

analytical chemistry. Forensic methods are taught in all three years 

culminating in a series of laboratory proficiencies and an investigative 

project in third year. 

You will be introduced to the legislative and professional background 

to forensic and analytical chemistry from first year, including issues 

such as occupational health and safety, quality assurance, legislation, 

evidence preparation and presentation. 

each year includes projects that involve solving real analytical and 

forensic problems and communicating results. Industrial work 

experience or a research project, undertaken in a forensic or analytical 

laboratory in third year, is a popular option in the degree. 


this is a specialist degree created to fill specific niches in the job 

market. Our graduates have taken up positions in the chemical, 

pharmaceutical, food and forensic industries and in government 

agencies. Many students have continued with tertiary study, enrolling 

in the Bachelor of Science (Honours) and then undertaken research 

towards a Master of Science or a Phd. 

recent records show that our graduates gained employment in a 

variety of chemistry-related fields within: the australian Federal Police; 

marine chemical investigations; and in forensic, analytical, winery and 

environmental laboratories. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of technology (Forensic and analytical Chemistry) 



Language 

Course Length 

3 years 


graduates are eligible for membership of the royal australian 

Chemical Institute, which is required to practise as an analytical 

chemist. 


Ms Brenda Woods 

Brenda is a recent graduate from the Bachelor of technology 

(Forensic and analytical Chemistry). She went on to complete 

a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in analytical chemistry. Since 

graduating she has been working permanent, full-time in the 

Chemical Criminalistics Section of the australian Federal Police 

and with Forensic Science Sa. 

Brenda enjoys her career as a forensic scientist. “I love it! there’s 

so much variety in the work that I never get bored. It’s mentally 

stimulating. I’m probably one of the lucky few people who can get 

up in the morning and say I love my job. there is some repetition 

in laboratory work. that’s the same with any job. However, the 

fabulous thing about forensic science is that the interpretation 

varies with each case.” 


Bachelor of Science (Honours), Master of Science (research), 

Phd (research), graduate diploma in Forensic Science (dna 

technology) 


associate Professor Stewart Walker, 

email: stewart.walker@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Forensic & analytical Chemistry - Courses & Programs of Study 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/forensic.html 


Government and 


Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of government and Public Management 

Course Length 

3 years 


When you successfully complete the course you will be eligible 

to apply to take an honours year in Public Policy, or in the area of 

your third major sequence. 


email: fippm@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/calendar/vol2/ug/BgovMgmt.htm 


Why study Government and Public Management at Flinders? 

Flinders is one of australia’s leading academic centres promoting 

excellence in teaching, research and professional engagement in public 

administration, public policy and public-sector management. the 

public sector has always been a big employer of graduates. It will be 

employing more in the future as governments move to smarter ways 

of operating. this course gives graduates the policy knowledge and 

management skills needed to be part of this exciting future. 

graduates can look well beyond a public-sector career. as businesses 

and non-profit agencies take on some of the traditional roles of 

government, so governments are becoming more involved with the 

policies, regulations and contracts which coordinate them. this course 

prepares graduates to work at the expanding interface between the 

public, business and non-profit sectors. the curriculum was developed 

after consultation with senior public sector leaders. 

Students can acquire specialist knowledge in policy areas that interest 

them - such as the environment, economics, Indigenous affairs, 

welfare, education or foreign affairs - as well as generic workplace 

skills. there is a strong emphasis on professional communication and 

a range of analytical and research techniques. Students may use their 

elective topics to undertake the university’s globalisation program as 

part of their degree. the program is unique to Flinders. 

What is Government and Public Management? 

Public management is a perspective on government and nonprofit 

administration which contends that public and private sector 

management are alike in most important ways. as such, there are 

management tools to be taught whether public or private, and those 

are applied to maximising efficiency and effectiveness. 


Students will complete major sequences in Management and Public 

Policy and it is possible to select elective topics to create a third full 

major in a complementary area such as international relations, politics, 

asian studies, business economics or a language. Some opportunities 

for internships are available. 

the two primary major sequences comprise nine compulsory core 

topics and three others selected from a range of options. 

the core topics are: 

• Government, Business and Society 

• Australian Politics: A Comparative Study 

• Australian Government and Public Policy 

• Advanced Perspectives on Public Policy 

• Accounting for Managers 

• Introduction to Management 

• Human Resource Management 

• Marketing Management 

• International Human Resource Management. 

Six of the eight remaining topics are electives, and may be selected 

from any offered by the university for which you meet entry 

requirements. 


governments are recruiting strongly in the management area and 

there is an increasing demand for program managers, policy analysts, 

research officers and regulatory staff. You will be equipped to fill 

positions overseeing program delivery, regulating and monitoring 

service provision, and advising on or implementing government policy. 

In addition, there are expanding opportunities in the private sector and 

in the not-for-profit sector. 

Why study Health Science at Flinders? 

the health industry is changing rapidly and becoming increasingly 

sophisticated. as the system adjusts to cope with reform, financial 

constraints, new public expectations and an ageing population, there is 

an increasing demand for specialist skills and knowledge. 

this course combines health-related topics with specialised studies 

in one of five streams – nutrition, management, health education/ 

promotion, disability and life sciences. It is flexible to cater for a 

wide range of careers, yet equips graduates with transferable, generic 

industry skills. It is also multidisciplinary, with specialised components 

delivered by relevant experts from throughout the university. 

What is Health Science? 

Health sciences are the group of disciplines of applied science 

dealing with human health. there are two parts to the Bachelor of 

Health Science: the study and research knowledge of health and the 

application of that knowledge to improve health, prevent and cure 

diseases, and understand how humans function. research builds 

primarily on the basic sciences of biology, chemistry and physics, as 

well as the social and behavioural sciences. 


In all three years of the course you will study core topics plus specific 

topics from your chosen stream. the core topics include: Introduction 

to the Health Professions, reforming Health Care, Communication for 

Health Practitioners, Legal/ethical aspects of Health Care, Bioscience, 

Sociology and epidemiology, Health Psychology and Health research. 

the life sciences stream involves biology and chemistry in first year. 

In subsequent years students construct their own program of study in 

neuroscience, physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology or genetics. 

Other streams allow for choosing electives from a number of other 

areas of the university which might include biology, chemistry, 

management, sociology, psychology or mathematics. 


the nutrition stream will qualify students to work in community 

settings, focusing on nutrition. 

the management stream enables graduates to work in project, policy 

or administrative roles within the health care sector. 

the health promotion/education stream suits people interested in 

working for community health groups, self-help groups and hospital 

based promotion units. 

the life sciences stream, which includes topics such as neuroscience, 

biochemistry and genetics, can lead to employment in medical or 

research laboratories or further postgraduate studies. 

the disability stream suits people wanting to work in disability or the 

rehabilitation sector, human resource management, policy advice, 

community development, welfare and advocacy. 

Fast Facts 

Health Sciences 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Health Science 

Streams 

nutrition 

Health Management 

Health Promotion/education 

disability 

Life Sciences 

Double Degree 

Health Science/nursing 

Health Science/Commerce (accounting) 

education/Health Science (Middle School) 

education/Health Science (Secondary) 


Within the Bachelor of Health Science streams, Health 

Management and nutrition are accredited with the relevant 

industry bodies. the double degree in Health Science and nursing 

allows for registration as a general nurse and specialisation in 

health management, health promotion/education, disability or 

mental health (also allowing for registration as a mental health 

nurse). the double degree with Commerce (accounting) enables 

students to complete sufficient topics to qualify as an accountant. 

the double degrees with education allow for registration as a 

teacher with specialisations in middle or secondary school years. 


Flinders offers a specialised paramedic stream within the Bachelor 

of Health Science program. Look for paramedic in this prospectus. 

Students who complete two years of the nutrition or life sciences 

stream may wish to apply for entry into the Bachelor of nutrition 

and dietetics. 

an honours year is also available to students who have completed 

the Bachelor of Health Science or another qualification which the 

Faculty Board (upon recommendation of the Honours Committee) 

agrees is equivalent; and achieved a gPa of at least 5.0 in the 

ordinary degree. 


associate Professor eileen Willis 

email: eileen.willis@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bhsc.htm 


Information Technology Innovation and Enterprise 

(Science and Technology) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Information technology 


Business, Commerce (accounting), Commerce (Finance), 

engineering (Software), Laws and Legal Practice, Innovation and 

enterprise (Science and technology), diploma in Language 

Course Length 

3 years 


there is no mandatory professional accreditation in the 

information technology industry. the course is recognised by the 

australian Computer Society. 


Shannon Sanders 

Shannon is working for KPMg as a Senior advisor in the 

Information risk Management (IrM) group in adelaide after 

commencing in February 2004 as part of the graduate program. 

“My role involves It audit and advisory work for a large client 

base in adelaide. Studying the BIt degree at Flinders provided 

me with a grounding in several key It areas, including project 

management, database systems, enterprise management 

information systems and software engineering concepts, which I 

use on a daily basis.” 


Bachelor of Information technology (Honours), Master of Science 

(research), Phd (research) 


Mr graham Bignell, email: graham.bignell@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Information technology - Courses & Programs of Study - 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/infotech.html 


Why study Information Technology at Flinders? 

What sets the Flinders degree apart is its comprehensive nature and 

emphasis on practical skills to meet the information needs of any 

modern enterprise. Most importantly, it is designed to give you the 

knowledge and expertise needed for a long-term career in It, not 

simply the basic skills to get your first job. 

the focus of the Flinders information technology award is on the 

systematic analysis, design, implementation and management of 

enterprise-wide information technology. this encompasses software, 

networks, web, database and Internet services. 

this It degree produces graduates who are flexible, adaptable 

to change, and able to take charge of those changes, whether their 

interests lie in network management, database administration, 

technical writing, software engineering, consulting, website 

management or something else again. 

What is Information Technology? 

Information technology (It) is integral to everything we do. Our use 

of information technology drives innovation and assists us to solve 

problems in areas such as medical research, climate change, the 

environment, and business. It has a significant impact upon the 

creative industries and in the development of new products and 

services. Information technology covers everything from designing 

software and managing information systems to training. 


the course provides professional training in all areas associated with 

the analysis, design, implementation, integration, maintenance and 

management of systems involving the application of It. You will take a 

mixture of core topics and electives and be involved with extensive 

practical work. You can also take part in industry-relevant project work. 

Core topics include computer-related subjects, such as database 

systems and software engineering; and complementary business 

or communications subjects, such as enterprise management, 

communication skills and industrial and organisational psychology. Java 

is the primary programming language used in the course but other 

languages are covered. the design and implementation of Internet 

services, websites and database applications are covered in later year 

topics. 

electives can be chosen from three categories: those perceived to be 

directly relevant for It professionals such as economics, commerce 

and legal studies; those that enable study to be continued in an area 

of interest such as languages or mathematics; those that provide an 

opportunity for broad-based education such as history, philosophy or 

theology. 


Flinders graduates have been successful in finding employment with: 

• government agencies, such as the Australian Bureau of Statistics 

• IT companies, such as Oracle and Motorola 

• major businesses, such as QANTAS and Telstra. 

Our graduates are working throughout australia and internationally with 

leading organisations such as: edS, IBM, Motorola, CSC, KaZ 

technology Services, KPMg. 

Why study Innovation and Enterprise at Flinders? 

this unique course is designed to enable science and engineering 

students to develop professional business, management, enterprise 

and communication skills, and to acquire significant experience in 

the workplace. It will increase both your immediate attractiveness 

to employers and your potential to become a business leader. the 

course recognises that science and engineering enterprises rely on 

the continuing innovation, development and commercialisation of new 

products and services to maintain their competitive advantage. 

the course will equip you to contribute to innovation and 

entrepreneurship within an organisation, to carry out management 

tasks in a science or engineering-based enterprise, and to understand 

a company’s structure, operation, responsibilities and business culture. 

the course includes a structured work experience component, and our 

survey has revealed that employers are keen to provide these work 

placement opportunities. 

What is Innovation and Enterprise? 

Science and engineering enterprises rely on the continuing innovation, 

development and commercialisation of new products and services to 

maintain their competitive advantage. as a scientist or engineer with 

a sound understanding of theory and practice, coupled with business 

and innovation skills, you could become a key driver of innovation and 

commercialisation within an existing enterprise, or be instrumental in 

creating a new company or venture. 


You will normally take the Bachelor of Innovation and enterprise 

(Science and technology) as a one-year block of study (or part-time 

equivalent) after completing at least 66 units of your three-year degree 

or at least 102 units of your four-year degree. You will then return to 

complete your primary degree without any disruption. 

the program of study has four components: 

• a project-oriented topic, comprising an extended period of practical 

work experience in industry. You will acquire valuable vocationallyoriented 

skills, as well as gain first-hand experience of a company’s 

structure, operation, responsibilities and business culture 

• the core topic, Professional Skills and Project Management, designed 

to provide professional skills including communication, presentation 

and negotiation skills 

• the core topic, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, designed to 

develop a student’s ability to evaluate and implement new business 

opportunities 

• a choice of topics in business, commerce, enterprise or 

management, chosen from selected topics offered by the School of 

Commerce or the School of Business economics. 


Completion of this degree will enhance the career opportunities 

normally associated with your primary degree. In addition, your 

business and enterprise practice skills will increase your attractiveness 

to employers, and enable you to contribute to the innovation and 

commercialisation of new products and services. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Innovation and enterprise (Science and technology) 

Course Length 

1 year. the course cannot be taken as a stand-alone degree, and 

is only awarded once the primary degree has been completed. 


Broderick Matthews 

2006 tertiary Business Person of the Year 

Currently studying Bachelor of Innovation and enterprise (Science 

and technology) 

“Currently, I am studying forensic science at Flinders and 

enjoying the challenges of the work and practicals. However, 

to give my qualifications a boost I also enrolled in the Bachelor 

of Innovation and enterprise (Science and technology) (BIeSt). 

this unique double degree combination at Flinders is designed 

to give science students the edge and it certainly delivers in that 

respect.” 


Professor andrew downing, 

email: andrew.downing@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Innovation & enterprise - Courses & Programs of Study http:// 

www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/innovation.html 


this course can be taken alongside any of the following degrees 

at Flinders, as well as by students who have already started 

or completed an approved science or engineering degree 

at Flinders, or who have completed an approved science or 

engineering degree from another university. 

• Aquaculture 

• Biodiversity and Conservation 

• Biotechnology (Honours) * 

• Ecotourism 

• Engineering 

• Biomedical and Electronic Engineering 

• Computer and Electronic Engineering 

• Software Engineering 

• Environmental Science 

• Forensic and Analytical Chemistry 

• Information Technology 

• Marine Biology 

• Medical Science * 

• Medicinal Chemistry 

• Nanotechnology (Honours) 

• Science 

• Science (Honours) - an enhanced program for high achievers 

note: courses marked with * are offered in partnership with the 

Faculty of Health Sciences. 


International Studies International Tourism 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of International Studies 

Course Length 

3 years 


Students are encouraged to complete Bachelor of International 

Studies (Honours) program. Further students can complete a 

graduate Program in International relations, and further higher 

degrees research degrees such as a Phd. 


dr richard deangelis, 

email: richard.deangelis@flinders.edu.au and 

Justin de rosa, email: justin.derosa@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.ssn.flinders.edu.au/spis/Course_Handbooks/ 


Why study International Studies at Flinders? 

the course includes core topics in international studies. You can 

combine the degree with Laws and Legal Practice, Commerce 

(accounting), Commerce (Finance), Business, or diploma of 

Languages. Students are encouraged to go on overseas exchange 

programs, selecting from over 150 overseas universities. the course 

also provides the opportunity to complete an internship. Studies 

include areas in which Flinders has a distinctive teaching and research 

strengths including development studies, american studies and latin 

american studies. 

What is International Studies? 

International relations studies provides a contemporary and historical 

understanding of foreign societies, cultures, languages and systems of 

government and of the complex relationships within the international 

system specifically: 

• the political, social, economic and cultural relationships within the 

international system 

• foreign policy, diplomacy and other modes of interaction between the 

countries of the world 

• Australia’s place within the Asia-Pacific region and the world 

• the significance of foreign societies, cultures and systems of 

government 

• the international movement of people as immigrants, refugees, 

workers, students, tourists and investors 

• the globalisation of the world economy. 


In first year students will take three core topics: 

australia and the World; International relations an Introduction; 

australian Politics - a Comparative Study; and select five others from 

a range of options.this will prepare them to complete two major 

sequences in second and third years. 

the options are american studies, asian studies, development studies, 

globalisation, history, international relations, Latin american studies, 

politics or a language. available languages include Chinese, French, 

german, Indonesian, Italian, Modern greek, Japanese and Spanish. 

Language studies are encouraged but are not mandatory. 

two other core topics are selected in second year from a pool of three 

topics: Peace and War, Political economy of the asia-Pacific region, 

and the Modern International System. 

One core topic Perspectives in International Studies is required in third 

year. 


all students are strongly encouraged to complete an internship or work 

experience in their degree. Students are encouraged to enrol in topics 

that provide practical components to their learning. this can be 

achieved by enrolling in: experiencing a global World; Parliamentary 

and Public Sector Internship; Internship Program - Washington dC; and, 

australian Internship Program (offered at australian national 

university-Canberra). the topic Parliamentary and Public Sector 

Internship, is jointly convened and enables students to undertake an 

internship either within the South australian Parliament attached to the 

office of a Member of Parliament, or within an agency or department of 

the South australian Public Service. 


the Bachelor of International Studies gives graduates an advantage in 

seeking job opportunities in international, government and 

non-government organisations, including diplomacy, foreign affairs, 

defence, intelligence, foreign aid, humanitarian services, politics, 

education, language services and journalism. 

as well as specific skills, students will develop enhanced general 

skills relevant to many jobs in management, administration, consulting 

firms, the media, the public service, commerce and industry. these 

include skills in research, communication, policy and political 

analysis, and information management. 

Why study International Tourism at Flinders? 

the Bachelor of International tourism aims to develop analytical and 

practical skills needed by students in tourism worldwide, to respond 

to growing market demand for high quality, sustainable tourism 

development and management. 

this course is intended primarily for international students with some 

prior education in tourism. 

this industry-focused course examines the issues, trends and 

approaches in the global cultural tourism industry. Its objective is to 

promote a critical and theoretical understanding of tourism as a global 

phenomenon and to apply that understanding to international, national, 

regional and local circumstances by examining diverse industry 

practices in a range of contexts. 

What is International Tourism? 

tourism is travel for predominantly recreational or leisure purposes 

or the provision of services to support this leisure travel. the World 

tourism Organization defines tourists as people who “travel to and 

stay in places outside their usual environment for not more than one 

consecutive year for leisure, business and other purposes not related 

to the exercise of an activity remunerated from within the place 

visited”. tourism has become a popular global leisure activity. 


the course involves analysis of historical and heritage sites, 

anthropological, archaeological and sociocultural methodologies and 

disciplines. Knowledge and skills-oriented tourism business practices 

in the functioning of the tourism industry on a worldwide scale, form a 

core component of the degree. 

It also combines academic analysis of trends in worldwide tourism and 

its impact with practical contact with selected local, regional, national 

and international aspects of tourism. It covers issues in tourism 

development and planning that allow for the retention of the authentic 

character of a place and investigates the approaches required to best 

deal with opportunities and challenges presented in global tourism. 

Policy, strategic development and global best practice are also covered. 

Students will be able to select electives from all those available to 

Bachelor of Cultural tourism students. Students will be admitted to 

this course with 36 units of credit. Credit will be given for appropriate 

studies in tourism-related areas from international institutions in the 

first instance. 


the strong links that the university has with the tourism industry 

internationally allows for the inclusion of specific industry placement 

and research opportunities that are industry-based. 

Fieldwork and tourism industry placement are essential components of 

the course. 


graduates will help to shape developments in a sustainable and 

responsible international cultural tourism industry. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of International tourism 

Course Length 

2 years 

applicants must have completed a minimum of one year of 

relevant full-time study in an approved degree from an approved 

tertiary institution. relevant studies include arts/Humanities, 

Hospitality, Marketing, Language, Commerce, International 

Studies, asian Studies, tourism. 


associate Professor Jane James 

email: jane.james@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bit.htm 


Justice and Society 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Justice and Society 

Course Length 

3 years 


Bachelor of Justice and Society (Honours) 


associate Professor Ian Hunt, email: ian.hunt@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bjs.htm 


Why study Justice and Society at Flinders? 

this course is designed to give students the intellectual tools required 

to deal with important matters of public policy by recognising and 

providing solutions for the ethical and legal issues involved. the course 

examines questions such as: What is justice, and does the legal 

system achieve it? What ethical and legal rules should govern the 

activities of governments and corporations? What ethical, social and 

legal issues arise from problems of gender, power, class, race, and our 

relationship with the environment? 

Students will acquire high levels of skills applicable in many 

occupations: the ability to reason and argue clearly; to understand 

complex positions and their implications; the ability to see and resolve 

issues involving values; and the skills required to understand and 

constructively criticise contemporary life. 

What is Justice and Society? 

the course combines a major in legal studies with a major in 

philosophy. topics within the philosophy major analyse ideas of 

justice, duty, rights, power, and responsibility through debates over 

philosophical conceptions of what these involve. 

topics within the legal studies major provide an overview of the 

australian legal system and discuss problems in specific areas of the 

law, such as those covering youth, environmental health, human rights, 

and the administration of justice. Students will learn to locate, read 

and analyse legal materials as well as conduct research and examine 

possible reforms in relation to pressing legal issues. 


at first year level, students will study the Individual and Society and 

one other philosophy topic, two first year legal studies topics, two 

first year topics in criminology, as well as two first year topics from 

any other area. In the second and third years, students will study at 

least two core philosophy topics: Moral Philosophy or Bioethics; and 

Freedom, Law and Society or rights, Welfare and Power. they will also 

study the core legal studies topic: researching Juvenile Crime. In 

addition to these, students will study at least one other second/third 

year level philosophy topic and at least two other second/third year 

level legal studies topics. Students will also take the Seminar in 

Justice and Society and five other elective topics which may include a 

practicum/work placement topic in Justice and Society. 


Students may take the topic JuSS 3001, in which students may gain 

practical work experience in the fields of social justice and policy 

within relevant public, private and community sector organisations. 


this course will equip you to seek employment in a range of public 

and private sector organisations which demand a combination of 

legal, philosophical and social sciences skills and a knowledge of the 

relationships between justice, law and society. this includes the court 

system, justice administration, equal opportunity and other public 

sector jobs, as well as positions in law firms, trade unions, workers’ 

compensation, community organisations, and private industry. 

Why study Language at Flinders? 

Flinders offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in 

conjunction with any undergraduate course. they complete a total of 

one extra year of study and graduate with both their chosen degree 

and a diploma in Language. 

the following languages are available: 

• French 

• Italian 

• Modern Greek 

• Spanish (through the Department of Languages) 

• Indonesian (through the Flinders Asia Centre). 


the course involves studying a major sequence in a language over at 

least three years and must, therefore, be studied concurrently with 

the main degree. Language studies cannot be confined solely to the 

additional year. this requires some adjustment to the normal pattern 

of the main degree and academic counselling is available to help you 

structure your studies. 

the diploma can be started in the first or second year and need not be 

completed in consecutive years. For example, your degree structure 

may make it more appropriate to undertake language studies in the 

first, second and fourth years of your program. 


Flinders also encourages students to study their chosen language 

overseas, in countries where that language is spoken. If you choose 

to take approved language studies overseas you can, on successful 

completion of these studies, transfer the credit gained to your Flinders 

degrees. Please note that international students cannot study in their 

home country. 


It is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen 

language and thus add greater portability to their qualifications. at 

the same time, it increases cross-cultural understanding and provides 

the academic rigour of formal language study. By adding linguistic 

expertise or strengthening skills already gained in a language other 

than english, students increase their ability to communicate the skills 

and interests from their main study area to the wider community. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

diploma of Language 

Course Length 

1 year (in conjunction with a bachelor degree) 

Language 


Ms Kate Wiseman, email: kate.wiseman@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/diplomas/dl.htm 


Laws and Legal Practice 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice 

Course Length 

First degree 4.5 years; 4 years for a Bachelor of Laws. graduate 

entry 3.5 years; 3 years for a Bachelor of Laws. not available as 

part of a combined degree program. 


the Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice is a professionally 

accredited course which incorporates all practical training 

requirements and entitles graduates to admission to legal 

practice. australian qualifications are recognised in most 

countries, but students are advised to discuss their proposed 

programs with the professional registration authority and 

relevant professional associations in their home country before 

commencing studies. 


administrative Officer, School of Law 

email: gaynor.bryant@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://ehlt.flinders.edu.au/law 


Why study Laws and Legal Practice at Flinders? 

Flinders law degrees are modern, friendly, accessible and, most 

importantly, highly rated. In national surveys of student satisfaction, 

Flinders consistently rates above the national average. 

Our Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice is a professionally accredited 

course which incorporates all practical training requirements and 

entitles graduates to admission to legal practice. alternatively, if you 

do not wish to be admitted to legal practice you may exit earlier with 

a Bachelor of Laws. Both options can be taken in combined degrees 

program with other degrees. 

What is Laws and Legal Practice? 

the law program is designed to foster independent learning techniques 

with which more advanced knowledge can be acquired in subsequent 

years. It emphasises the critical analysis of legal material and the 

development of skills for carrying out legal and administrative tasks. 

there are two elements: 

• the knowledge and critical evaluation of Australian law with reference 

to its historical development and comparative place 

• the possession of a range of basic skills involved in the translation of 

legal rights into effect. 


the course contains a high proportion of compulsory topics. It 

emphasises the acquisition of essential foundation legal skills, 

including: 

• legal research techniques, in particular the capacity to locate primary 

source material (statutes and judicial decisions) in both the traditional 

hard copy and in the developing range of computerised databases 

• legal reasoning, especially case analysis, statutory interpretation 

and an appreciation of how facts are established and their relevance 

determined 

• critical evaluation of legal rules and policy issues 

• presentation of arguments both orally and in writing 

• interpersonal communication, for instance in the context of 

interviewing clients or conducting negotiations 

• use of plain English in legal drafting. 

If undertaking the Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice you will also 

complete prescribed topics offered in conjunction with the Law Society 

of South australia. 


In addition to Summer Clerkships, Flinders university Law students 

have undertaken diverse opportunities whilst studying. One student 

joined World Youth International in Kathmandu, nepal, and was placed 

with the rural reconstruction network. another undertook a six-week 

placement with amnesty International’s national refugee team in 

Sydney. 


graduate employment statistics show that a law degree is one of the 

best passports to employment in a wide range of occupations because 

the skills acquired are highly valued. not all lawyers become barristers 

or solicitors. Many are employed by large firms or by government 

or private-sector organisations to assist with the complexities of 

modern business. Others move into areas such as policy development, 

administration or law reform. 

Why study Marine Biology at Flinders? 

• The coastal ecosystems and ocean surrounding southern Australia 

has one of the highest biodiversities worldwide. 

• At Flinders you will be introduced to all aspects of marine science 

for a well-rounded education. this degree also combines technical 

depth with great flexibility, allowing you to tailor your progress, skills 

and knowledge to suit your interests. 

• Great emphasis is placed on teamwork, project design, sampling 

protocols, and written and oral communication, including discussion 

of key topics. In addition, you may spend substantial amounts of time 

conducting practical exercises on marine organisms, collecting real data 

from the marine environment and undertaking research projects onshore, 

in our aquarium facilities, or at sea. 

• We have a large team of marine biologists, aquaculturists and 

oceanographers undertaking world-class research on current issues in 

marine science. 

• You will be introduced to a range of local marine biology practitioners 

and taken on field trips to see the facilities. 

What is Marine Biology? 

Marine biology is the study of the living world in the sea, from 

the simple molecules that support life to the complex interactions 

between populations of many species. the range of specialty areas is 

huge. there are marine biologists who study the basic biochemistry 

of marine organisms, for example, while others study the growth or 

behaviour of individual plants or animals. Some adopt an even larger 

perspective and study how entire marine ecosystems function. 


First year subjects include: general biology and chemistry, as well 

as marine science and professional skills for marine biologists; and 

elective topics of interest. Professional skills introduce the study 

habits you will need for successful progression through the degree, 

as well as specific skills and knowledge intended to maximise your 

employment options. Choice of electives can guide towards a specific 

employment area. 

Second year introduces coasts and oceans, marine biodiversity and 

marine ecology in dedicated topics, as well as providing fundamental 

scientific research skills, including experimentation and statistics. 

You will gain hands-on experience in field trips to investigate various 

coastal ecosystems. a wide range of elective topics are available 

to complement the core topics through training in relevant scientific 

disciplines, such as aquaculture, environmental science, cell and 

molecular biology or evolution, behaviour and ecology. 

third year examines fisheries and marine resource use and management; 

the functional ecology of marine organisms; critical analysis of marine 

biology literature; and research projects in marine biology involving selfdirected 

study in a specialisation of your choice. 

elective options are available in areas such as marine mammal biology, 

conservation biology, animal behaviour, community ecology, plant 

speciation and evolution, molecular biology, microbiology, gIS, remote 

sensing, environmental impact assessment, hydrology and analytical 

chemistry. 

at the end of third year, an intensive field trip to the university’s 

Lincoln Marine Science Centre in Port Lincoln offers students the 

opportunity to run a group marine biology research project. 


Lincoln Marine Science Centre 

the purpose-built $3.5 million Lincoln Marine Science Centre (LMSC) 

in Port Lincoln is currently undergoing expansion. Facilities at LMSC 

include fully equipped research vessels, advanced HPLC/analytical 

laboratories and a superb teaching laboratory situated within metres of 

the coastline. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Marine Biology 


Innovation & enterprise (Science and technology), diploma of 

Language 

Course Length 

3 years 

Marine Biology 


trish Lavery 

“as an undergraduate student at Flinders I was able to participate 

in unusual and exciting courses. during my time at Flinders I also 

undertook an exchange program where I travelled to Malaysia 

and studied at the Penang university of Science for six months. I 

had a fantastic time on exchange, where I learnt to interact more 

respectfully with other cultures and made lifelong friends. 

the university is very supportive and helpful in encouraging 

interdisciplinary studies. this allowed me to conduct a complex 

honours project combining knowledge from the fields of marine 

biology and medical science, by examining the health impacts 

that are associated with heavy metal pollution in South australia’s 

dolphins.” 


Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology (Honours), Master of 

Science (research), Master of natural History and Film Making, 

Phd (research) 


dr Sabine dittmann, email: sabine.dittmann@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Marine Biology - Courses & Programs of Study 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/marinebiol.html 


Medical Science 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Medical Science 



Language 

Course Length 

3 years 


Michael Cursaro 

“Since graduating from Flinders university I have gained 

employment as a Cardiovascular Scientific Officer at the royal 

adelaide Hospital. this is a challenging position that involves 

conducting complex diagnostic tests such as echocardiography 

and electrophysiology. the role also involves travelling to alice 

Springs and other country areas to monitor implantable cardiac 

devices. 

“the Medical Science degree leaves students with a solid 

foundation in a wide range of disciplines. Other graduates are 

pursuing careers in pharmacology, medicine, microbiology, 

molecular biology, nutrition, etc. I would recommend the 

Medical Science degree offered at Flinders university to anyone 

interested in a career in the medical/health area.“ 


Bachelor of Science (Honours), Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor 

of Surgery*, Master of Science (research), Phd (research) 


dr Ken Sanderson, email: ken.sanderson@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Medical Science - Courses & Programs of Study - http://www. 

scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/medicalsci.html 


Why study Medical Science at Flinders? 

this is an innovative and flexible degree providing exciting options 

for students interested in a wide range of careers in the medical and 

health sciences. It offers: 

• a specialised program for those seeking to work as medical science 

professionals in such areas as biochemistry and molecular biology, 

chemistry, microbiology, neuroscience and physiology, nutrition, and 

pharmacology and toxicology 

• an appropriate basis for postgraduate studies in radiology, pathology, 

pharmacology and other fields 

• a preparation for the graduate-entry medical program at Flinders 

• the option to gain a grounding in medical science then change to 

more specialised studies during the course. 

the course differs from traditional courses in biomedical science by 

offering a broader range of specialisations and new topics that focus 

on the professional skills required to gain employment in any field of 

medical science. 

What is Medical Science? 

Medical science aims to solve problems related to human health. this 

involves research in basic areas such as physiology, biochemistry, 

molecular biology and pharmacology. In addition, medical science 

looks to develop new strategies for treatment of health problems and, 

importantly, evaluate these strategies and treatments. at Flinders 

university, the Bachelor of Medical Science degree aims to produce 

graduates who can work in basic medical research in scientific 

laboratories, or take further studies in a variety of health related fields. 


the topics specific to medical science combine different approaches 

to learning and progressively cover key elements such as teamwork, 

verbal communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, hypothesis 

development and testing, and preparation of a grant proposal and 

business plan for research. 

In first year you will study biology, chemistry, the specially developed 

topics Professional english for Medical Scientists and Skills for Medical 

Scientists, and elective topics chosen from computing, physics, legal 

studies and chemistry. 

Second year includes human physiology, laboratory skills, basic 

metabolism, molecular biology, a further Skills for Medical Scientists 

topic and studies in chosen specialist disciplines. 

at least one specialisation is taken in third year, along with studies 

focused on molecular and cellular biology and research design, 

enabling you to further develop your knowledge of experimental and 

statistical methods. Students may complete a professional placement. 

eligible students can proceed to honours (Bachelor of Science) in their 

chosen areas of specialisation. 


graduates will find career opportunities in diverse areas such 

as medical research carried out in universities and government 

and industry-funded organisations, the pharmaceutical industry, 

government regulatory industries, industry-based biomedical 

companies, and diagnostic laboratories. 

Graduate-entry Medicine 

One objective of the course is to provide students with appropriate 

knowledge and skills for careers in medical science or to apply to enter 

the university’s graduate medical program*. this is reflected in both 

its content (strongly biomedically oriented) and teaching style (often 

in small classes, with an emphasis on problem-solving and analysis 

and presentation of data) which is appropriate for students who plan 

to take the graduate australian Medical Schools admissions test 

(gaMSat). 

*admission to the Bachelor of Medical Science does not guarantee 

a place in the medical program. no preference is given to particular 

degrees or universities. 

Why study Medicinal Chemistry at Flinders? 

this course was created to prepare students for a career in the 

chemical industry and will provide graduates to meet the high 

demand for chemically trained professionals in the growing number 

of biotechnology companies. It retains the key elements of traditional 

science training while providing students with an unparalleled 

understanding of the industry and the way it operates, and is unique in 

South australia for its business orientation. 

as such, the course appeals to students who are interested in the 

application of chemistry to solving problems with the aim of improving 

the quality of life. 

What is Medicinal Chemistry? 

Medicinal chemists are specialised and highly trained industrial 

chemists who prepare, develop and analyse products for the 

pharmaceutical and related industries. they play a vital role in creating 

many of the things we use every day, particularly those involved in 

human, animal and agricultural health. 


the course combines the background knowledge that underpins 

chemistry with specific content that links chemistry with 

pharmacology, environmental health and the chemical industry. 

In first year you will take core topics in chemistry, biology, 

mathematics, professional english and professional skills, then select 

elective topics in other fields of study such as computing, statistics or 

introduction to management. 

Second year includes higher level chemistry and laboratory skills, as 

well as studies of physiology and molecular biology, which will pave 

the way for a detailed study of pharmaceutical synthesis and drug 

metabolism in third year. 

third year also includes modern instrumental methods, including data 

handling, and introduces aspects of environmental chemistry which 

are important for understanding the environmental controls placed on 

chemical industries. 

as part of the course you will work in teams to solve scientific 

problems and produce a business plan for a product, from conception 

through manufacturing to release and marketing. Site visits to leading 

companies will provide an opportunity both to establish industry links 

and to evaluate current practices and their implications. 


this course prepares students for a career in the chemical industry and 

will provide graduates to meet the high demand for chemically trained 

professionals in the growing number of biotechnology companies. 

the students graduating from this course will be ideal for a variety of 

careers in large and small pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology 

companies, hospital laboratories and government laboratories both 

within australia and overseas. 

the broad base on which the course is structured means that 

students’ employment prospects are not limited to pharmaceutical or 

biotechnology options, but allows them to compete for positions in the 

wine, petrochemical, polymer (including tyre manufacture and plastic 

manufacture), and paint industries; the patent office and analytical 

laboratories. graduates are also able to move on to higher degree 

studies leading to employment in academic, research or government 

institutions, or to develop their own businesses. 

Medicinal Chemistry 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry 



Language 

Course Length 

3 years 


graduates meet the requirements for membership of the royal 

australian Chemical Institute. 





associate Professor Michael Perkins, 

email: mike.perkins@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Medicinal Chemistry - Courses & Program of Study 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/medicinal.html 


Medicine/Surgery 


Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (BMBS) 

this degree is equivalent to that awarded following conventional 

six year medical courses, commonly called MB, BS (and is 

equivalent to the Md awarded in the uSa). 

Course Length 

4 years 


Chair of admissions Committee: dr tony edwards 

email: medadmissions@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

www.flinders.edu.au/gemp/new 


Why study Medicine/Surgery at Flinders? 

Flinders Medical School is respected as a leader in medical education. 

It was the first School in australia to develop a four-year graduate-entry 

program; and as one of the first to introduce problem-based learning, 

has extensive experience with this learning format. the Flinders 

curriculum has been adopted in a number of other medical schools in 

australia and overseas. 

although numbers have increased in recent years, Flinders remains a 

moderate-sized medical school with a focus on small group learning 

and on friendly cooperative interactions between students and staff. 

the Flinders program has a strong focus on developing hands-on 

clinical skills with patient contact from the first week. Small group 

teaching with clinical skills tutors from year one is supported by Clinical 

Skills and Simulation Laboratories. 

Flinders has been at the forefront in developing varied settings for 

clinical training in addition to larger city hospitals. through years three 

and four, students have options for gaining a varied range of clinical 

experience from rural general practice to city tertiary referral hospitals. 

What is Medicine/Surgery? 

Modern medicine combines the ‘art of healing’, involving insight into 

the human dimensions of health and disease, with an understanding 

of the scientific basis of health, disease, treatment and diseaseprevention 

in individuals and communities. It includes the continuing 

research which expands our understanding of these areas; and it 

requires practitioners with lifelong learning skills, able to respond to 

the rapid changes in their profession. 


there are three major themes integrated into all four years. 

• Doctor and Patient 

the practical communication, examination and procedural clinical skills 

essential to effective interactions between doctors and patients, and to 

constructive interaction with other health professionals. 

• Knowledge of Health and Illness 

Knowledge of the structure, function and development of the normal 

human body at all levels of organisation, from molecular and cellular 

to the whole individual. Knowledge of the causes and consequences 

of disease, injury and abnormal development; and of evidence-based 

strategies for treatment and prevention of disease. 

• Doctor, Profession and Society 

Consideration of health and illness in the wider contexts of family, 

cultural group, community and political and economic influences in 

society. a focus on the ethical and legal frameworks for medicine and 

on personal and interpersonal skills appropriate to lifetime medical 

practice. 


Students interact with patients from their first weeks, integrating 

the study of medical sciences with patient-centred, hands-on clinical 

training. 


the School of Medicine is co-located within Flinders Medical Centre, 

an academic medical centre combining a general teaching hospital 

and medical school. the School has an international reputation for 

integration and innovation in patient care, education and research. the 

School is also affiliated with other hospitals in the Southern region 

of adelaide - the repatriation general Hospital at daw Park and the 

noarlunga Health Services. the School has a significant and expanding 

rural and remote presence with clinical training and research activities 

in regional areas of australia. 

Why study Nanotechnology at Flinders? 

this pioneering degree prepares scientists for the new industrial 

revolution. It was the first degree of its type in australia. 

It also provides insights into business, enterprise management, 

commerce and economics, and legal issues such as intellectual 

property, all of which are vital components for any professional 

scientist working in business and industry. 

Industry placements in the final year of the course allow students to 

engage with the workplace environment they will be entering after 

graduation. graduates are equipped to start working immediately in a 

variety of scientific professions and to play a leading role in the future 

as nanotechnology grows, matures and reveals its full potential. 

What is Nanotechnology? 

nanotechnology is science at the molecular level. It is extremely 

multidisciplinary and brings together chemistry, physics, engineering, 

biology and biomedical sciences ‘to manufacture products of any size 

with atomic precision’. Like biotechnology and information technology 

it is a growth industry with the potential to change the world in which 

we live. 

It is a perfect example of how science can be applied in the workplace 

to create useful technologies. Some examples of projects underway 

include: building nanochips that interface with the human eye to help 

restore sight; making miniature machines that need no lubricants by 

building tiny moving parts into a silicon chip; and creating molecules 

that are tuneable to particular bacteria, viruses, or environmental 

pollutants. 


nanotechnology draws on the strengths of all the basic sciences and 

the course will give you a strong background in these sciences. there 

is an emphasis on developing computational skills and an awareness of 

the roles and uses of computers in science and society. 

In first year you will take chemistry, physics, mathematics, biology, and 

a specialist nanotechnology topic. In subsequent years, you will take 

some core topics, then specialise in one of three areas. 

the Biomedical nanotechnology stream includes extensive studies in 

chemistry and biology. 

the Quantum nanostructures stream has a stronger emphasis 

on physics, chemistry and mathematics, including areas such as 

optoelectronics. 

Fourth year offers advanced level studies in your area of specialisation; 

a research project, while industry placements in the course allow 

students to engage with the workplace environment they will enter 

after graduation. 


graduates of the nanotechnology degree will have many opportunities 

at the boundaries of traditional science due to the cross-disciplinary 

nature of their degree. this will be further enhanced by their industry 

exposure through placements in the later years of the degree. 

Whatever the environment, commercial or research, these employment 

opportunities will be very exciting, at the cutting edge of technology. 

Fast Facts 

Nanotechnology 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in nanotechnology 



Language 

Course Length 

4 years 


tyler raeside 

Currently Studying Bachelor of nanotechnology (Hons) 

“nanotechnology provides a degree with that ‘little bit more’ 

than a traditional science degree and is at the forefront of many 

research opportunities both domestically and internationally. 

Flinders has a nice campus atmosphere, friendly lecturers and an 

established reputation in the nanotechnology field. the course 

starts off with a broad focus and then allows you to narrow down 

to specific areas that you have an interest in. the subjects I have 

enjoyed the most are those that relate to the physics of surfaces 

and surface analysis techniques such as Quantum Phenomena, 

Optics and Lasers and the nanostructures topics. Overall I rate 

the teaching at Flinders at a very high standard.” 


Master of nanotechnology, Phd 

Master of Science (research) 


assoc Prof Joe Shapter, email: joe.shapter@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

nanotechnology - Courses & Programs of Study http://www. 

scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/nano.html 


Nursing 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of nursing (Pre-registration) 

Bachelor of nursing (Post-registration) 

Bachelor of nursing (graduate entry) 


nursing/Health Science 

Course Length 

Pre-registration 3 years 

graduate entry 2 years 

Post-registration 1 year 


graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the nurses 

Board of South australia as a registered general nurse. 


Selected students may proceed to an honours degree with the 

addition of an extra full-time year of study 


Ms Jan thompson, Course Coordinator (undergraduate Programs) 

email: jan.thompson@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bn.htm 


Why study Nursing at Flinders? 

this course produces graduates who: 

• can function in a variety of settings and roles 

• have well developed clinical reasoning skills 

• understand that professional practice demands lifelong learning 

• understand how social, environmental and economic factors affect 

health 

• can access and evaluate information and have good communication 

skills 

• are able to negotiate with people from a variety of backgrounds and 

understand cultural differences and their relationship to health 

• have reached the competency levels set by the Australian Nursing 

Council. 

through supportive studies in biophysical and psychosocial 

sciences, emphasis is placed on preparing students to manage rapid 

technological and social change and respond to ethical and legal 

demands. 

What is Nursing? 

nursing is a profession focused on assisting individuals, families, 

and communities in attaining, maintaining, and recovering optimal 

health and functioning. today’s nurses play an important role in health 

promotion, maintenance and education, as well as in traditional patient 

care and the restoration of health. 


the course is highly structured and combines clinical practice with 

topics addressing ethics, law and the biophysical and psychosocial 

sciences. the full-time workload is about 40 hours per week, including 

classes, private study, field work and assignment preparation. the first 

year of the pre-registration course aims to prepare the student for 

clinical practice by introducing communication, nursing and research 

skills, and studying the scientific basis of nursing together with the 

role of the nurse in the health care system. 

during second year students continue to develop nursing skills and 

relate all aspects of body function with nursing practice. Students 

continue to gain clinical experience in the various health care settings. 

the third year student explores more complex health issues through 

clinical reasoning and clinical practice. In the final semester of the 

course, students undertake a professional practicum and transition 

topic that aims to prepare the student for their role as a registered 

nurse after graduation. 


Clinical experience is gained in city and country hospitals and other 

agencies and involves shift work. Students undertaking topics that 

require a clinical placement must meet the requirements of the School 

to demonstrate fitness for practice. they are: 

• students make a self-declaration as to their fitness to practice to the 

course coordinator, topic coordinator or principal academic 

• where there is a pre-existing illness or disability such that their ability 

to practice is impaired, they will advise the course coordinator so that 

where possible a modified placement that will still meet the objectives 

of the topic can be arranged in consultation with the student. 


as well as traditional roles in hospitals, nurses are employed by a 

variety of agencies, including community health centres, aged care 

centres, community nursing services, local councils, industry and rural 

and remote settings. new graduates usually are employed in an acute 

care hospital setting and many go on to specialise in other areas such 

as mental health, midwifery, paediatrics and palliative care. 

Why study Nutrition and Dietetics at Flinders? 

dietetics is concerned with the prevention and treatment of a variety 

of food-related diseases. nutritionists and dietitians (the terms are 

used interchangeably) interpret scientific knowledge about food in 

relation to health and disease, then translate into practical information 

to help people change their eating habits and improve their health. 

they understand the science and structure of food and nutrients, and 

their role in human health and disease. they also need to know about 

the nature, management and prevention of diet-related diseases, and 

the social and psychological factors that influence what people eat. 

What is Nutrition and Dietetics? 

nutrition and dietetics involves the study of food in relation to health 

and disease. ‘nutrition’ examines the role of nutrients in the metabolic 

and physiological processes of the body, and ‘dietetics’ involves the 

prevention and treatment of a variety of nutrition-related diseases. 


First year comprises chemistry and biology topics, while second year 

focuses on biochemistry and physiology-based topics. More specialised 

topics including nutritional biochemistry, food studies, clinical nutrition 

and dietetics, public health and community nutrition, sociocultural 

aspects of food choice and communication and counselling skills, are 

introduced in third year. In fourth year, students will study food service 

and management theory and nutrition research methods as part of 

a three-week intensive. they will undertake a variety of supervised 

full-time practicum placements in both clinical and community/public 

health settings. Students will be required to complete a four-week food 

service placement under supervision and a five-week independent 

study with guidance. a small number of students who are interested 

in, and have the capacity for nutrition research will be invited to 

complete an additional six units to enable them to graduate with 

honours. Students who are admitted to the honours program will be 

required to complete a 24 week research project under supervision. 


Some professional practice placements will need to be taken outside 

of semester periods. Interesting and diverse placement experiences 

are available in a range of metropolitan, rural and interstate health 

settings. travel and accomodation costs associated with rural and 

interstate placements will be subsidised. 


graduates find employment in a variety of settings including: patient 

care and education in hospitals; nutrition and health education in 

community health centres; public health nutrition; food and nutrition 

policy; private practice and consultancy; education and training; food 

industries; health promotion; and nutrition research. 

Nutrition and Dietetics 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of nutrition and dietetics 

Course Length 

4 years 


this course is one of only 11 in australia accredited by the only 

dietetic professional body in australia, the dietitians association 

of australia (daa). Students are eligible for student membership 

of daa. 


nutritionists and dietitians spend most of their time working with 

people through education, counselling, advocacy or management. 

It is a fascinating and varied area of study, made all the more 

interesting by its rapidly evolving nature. 


Successful graduates may be eligible to enrol in a 36 unit 

Honours (BSc) degree in the School of Medicine. Successful 

Honours graduates will be eligible to enrol in a research higher 

degree in the School of Medicine. 


dr Michelle Miller, e-mail: michelle.miller@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bnad.htm 

http://som.flinders.edu.au/FuSa/nutd/ 


Paramedic 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Paramedic 

Course Length 

3 years 


timothy Pointon, email: timothy.pointon@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bhscas.htm 

PLeaSe nOte: PLaCeS FOr tHIS COurSe are LIMIted 


Why study Paramedics at Flinders? 

a specialised paramedic stream is offered within the Bachelor of 

Health Science as a conversion course for people with existing 

paramedic qualifications and as a direct-entry program for anyone 

seeking a career as a paramedic officer, including school leavers. 

the introduction of a broad-based program at university level is part of 

a move to ensure that all paramedic officers have the skills, knowledge 

and attitudes to enable them to provide emergency pre-hospital care of 

a sophisticated nature and ensure seamless care from site to hospital. 

the objective of the program is to ensure that the community receives 

optimum care in health emergencies from paramedic officers able to 

manage all situations in a manner consistent with best practice. Such 

an innovative approach to pre-hospital care has the support of hospitals 

and the medical profession. 


In all three years of the course you will study Health Science core 

topics plus topics specific to the paramedic stream. 

the core topics comprise a health major and include: 

• Introduction to the Health Professions 

• Reforming Health Care 

• Communication for Health Practitioners 

• Legal/Ethical Aspects of Health Care 

• Human Bioscience 

• Sociology and Epidemiology 

• Health Psychology, and 

• Health Research. 

the topics offered in the paramedic major provide the opportunity to 

develop the necessary knowledge, skills and judgment to demonstrate 

the competencies required to deliver pre-hospital emergency care in a 

professional manner. they include: 

• Paramedic Practice 1 



• Pathophysiology of Body Systems (including the central nervous 

system, cardiovascular system and respiratory system) 

• Professional Issues 

• Applied Pharmacology 

• Applied Paramedic Practice, and 

• Mental Illness, Alcholol, Tobacco and Other Drugs. 


graduates are eligible to apply for employment as a paramedic with 

the Sa ambulance Service and ambulance services in other states of 

australia as a paramedic, communications officer and call taker. 

Why study Psychology at Flinders? 

the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree enables students 

who wish to become professional psychologists to pursue a single, 

integrated four-year honours degree in psychology. the degree has 

been designed to maximise the proportion of psychology which can 

be studied, whilst providing opportunities to study other subjects 

as electives. this degree is one of a small number of such courses 

available in australia. 

the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree is very attractive to 

potential students and has quickly established itself as a course with 

one of the highest entry levels in the university. 

What is Psychology? 

Psychology is the science of the mind: the systematic study of 

behaviour. Psychologists are interested in how we learn, think and 

interact with others, what motivates our actions and the role of 

personality and individual differences in behaviour. 


In the first three years, two-thirds of the program will be in psychology 

or related areas, with the remainder selected from other areas of 

the university. Psychology topics include interviewing, counselling, 

psychological assessment, professional practice and a work experience 

period spent observing and assisting psychologists. 

the compulsory honours year consists entirely of studies in 

psychology, including a major thesis. entry to the honours year is 

conditional upon meeting minimum requirements in the first three 

years. 

Psychology core topics include: Psychology 1a; Psychology 1B; Basics 

of Behavioural research; Basic research design and data analysis; 

research Methods; Work experience in Psychology; Interviewing and 

Counselling; Psychological assessment: Basic Principles. 

You can select optional psychology topics from a wide range which 

include: Learning and Cognition; developmental Introduction to 

abnormal Psychology; Industrial and Organisational Psychology; and 

Personality and Social Psychology. 


Students will gain practical experience by completing placements in 

psychological settings and from gaining exposure with professionals 

from the field, who are invited to present to the students as part of the 

honours year. 


the Sleep research Laboratory 

the Cognitive neuroscience Laboratory 

the Social/developmental Laboratory 

teaching Laboratories. 

autism research unit 

the Media Laboratory 

the Virtual reality Laboratory 


Qualified psychologists work in private practice or in a variety of 

positions in industry, business, education, universities and the health 

industry. Our graduates find jobs in areas such as youth work, 

advertising and marketing, policy and research, consumer research, 

industrial relations, human resources, program coordination and 

welfare. 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) 

Course Length 

4 years 


the course is accredited by the australian Psychological 

Society. to apply to register to practise in South australia (as in 

most states) students must have an honours degree, and then 

complete either a Master of Psychology; or the clinical Phd 

program in psychology from Flinders university; or approved 

equivalent degree or gain two years of supervised experience. 


Master of Psychology (Clinical) 

doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) 

doctor of Philosophy (Phd) 


associate Professor robyn Young, 

email: robyn.young@flinders.edu.au 

Psychology 

(Honours) 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/careers/student/Your_Career/ 

behavpsych.html 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/calendar/vol2/ug/BPsych.htm 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bpsyhon.htm 

http://www.ssn.flinders.edu.au/psyc/courses/bpsych/ 

http://www.ssn.flinders.edu.au/psyc/courses/masters/ 

http://www.ssn.flinders.edu.au/psyc/courses/phdclin/ 

http://www.ssn.flinders.edu.au/psyc/courses/phd/ 


Science 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Science 


education (Junior Primary/Primary), education (Middle School), 

education (Secondary), Laws and Legal Practice, Innovation and 

enterprise (Science and technology), diploma of Language 

Course Length 

3 years 


Kelly newton 

“I found Flinders to be a fantastic environment in which to 

complete my BSc. the students I completed my course with were 

very friendly and easy going which I believe reflects the general 

atmosphere at Flinders, where the academics, staff and post grad 

students are all very knowledgeable, approachable and willing to 

provide assistance. 

I am currently a Phd candidate at Flinders studying marine viruses 

and am relishing the opportunity to undertake research in an 

area that not only fascinates but also challenges me. ultimately 

I would like to continue research into this area as there is still a 

great deal to be discovered.” 





dr alan Branford, email alan.branford@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Science - Courses & Programs of Study - http://www.scieng. 

flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/science.html 


Why study Science at Flinders? 

With a Bachelor of Science from Flinders you get: a strong foundation 

in science; a flexible structure so you can cross traditional discipline 

boundaries; and workplace skills, including problem-solving, teamwork, 

computing and communication. 

this degree provides an extensive range of options for students who 

want to discover where science can take them - and where they 

can take science. there is greater flexibility in the program, allowing 

students to follow their interests without being confined by traditional 

discipline boundaries. Students have the opportunity to major in areas 

previously available only in specialist degrees and with the introduction 

of new majors, extended majors, and minors the opportunities have 

expanded even further. 

the degree is designed to provide the strongest possible foundation 

for a science-based career. Our graduates are equipped to find their 

first job in their chosen field, and explore new options in later years 

as science and their own interests change and develop. as well as 

understanding science, they will learn to appreciate its role in society. 


Students choose a range of general or introductory subjects in the first 

year. In second and third years, students are able to specialise in one 

or more areas of science, and can combine traditional disciplines such 

as chemistry, computer science and biological sciences with new areas 

of science including bioinformatics, and ocean and climate sciences. 

as well as an increased range of options, extended majors are available 

for those students who wish to advance and broaden their study in a 

single area. 

elective topics from non-science areas, such as the humanities 

(eg archaeology, legal studies, philosophy), languages (eg Spanish, 

Japanese, german) and social sciences (eg geography, environmental 

studies, psychology) also may be included. 

Selecting from a range of majors, extended majors, and minors, 

students can choose one of the following pathways: 

• a major, a minor and electives - for example, a major in ocean and 

climate sciences, a minor in chemistry, and science or non-science (eg. 

environmental studies) elective topics 

• two majors in science - for example, majors in chemistry, and 

computer science, or 

• an extended major and electives in a Science or non-Science area 

- for example, an extended major in bioinformatics and electives in 

mathematics or legal studies. 

Why study Science at Flinders? 

the four-year honours degree is specially designed to offer students 

of exceptional academic ability an enhanced program of studies. the 

program is unique in offering opportunities for students to extend their 

study of science, and embark upon research from first year onwards 

through research training/project work in every year of the course. this 

additional challenging material will provide high achieving students with 

the opportunity to maximise their intellectual growth and potential. 

the learning environment will provide opportunities for students with 

similar interests and capabilities to work together as they pursue their 

studies, develop their interest and share ideas. 

the program combines the technical knowledge and practical training 

specific to a chosen area of science specialisation with research 

training and opportunities to join established research teams, where 

students will be able to work on research projects alongside research 

staff, honours and Phd students. 

a variety of approaches to teaching and learning are used, including 

enquiry-based learning, where students participate actively in the 

learning process. Web-based course materials and video lectures are 

offered in some subject areas and help to make the program more 

accessible. 


In first year students choose a range of subjects to prepare them 

for the area/s of science in which they will specialise in later years, 

and are provided with an introduction to research methodologies and 

techniques. 

In second and third years students specialise in one or more areas 

by selecting from a range of majors, extended majors, and minors. a 

relevant research project is undertaken also at each of these levels. 

In fourth (honours) year, each student undertakes specialised courses 

and an individually supervised research project in the area of science in 

which he/she is specialising, presenting the results of their research in 

the form of a thesis and seminars. 

elective topics from non-science areas such as the humanities (eg 

archaeology, legal studies, philosophy), languages (eg Spanish, 

Japanese, german) and social sciences (eg geography, environmental 

studies, psychology) may also be included in the first three years of the 

degree. 


a Bachelor of Science (Honours) can open up an exciting range of 

career opportunities in areas as diverse as: 

• research 

• business 

• industry 

• small to medium enterprise 

• government 

• teaching. 

as well as the range of professional career options, science graduates 

are finding their skills in demand in non-science areas such as business 

and marketing. 

Science (Honours) 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Science (Honours) 


Innovation and enterprise (Science and technology), 

diploma of Language 

Course Length 

4 years 


the physics major and extended major are accredited with the 

australian Institute of Physics. 


Master of Science (research), Phd (research) 


dr Jamie Quinton, email jamie.quinton@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

Science (Hons) - Courses & Programs of Study - 

http://www.scieng.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/sciencehon.html 


Social Work and 

Social Planning 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Social Work and Social Planning 

Course Length 

4 years 


the Bachelor of Social Work is recognised as academic 

preparation for admission to the australian association of Social 

Workers. 


upon completion of the BSW, graduates are given one year of 

credit towards the Master of Social Work degree. 


dr Mubarak rahamathulla, email: mubarak@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/social.htm 


Why study Social Work and Social Planning at Flinders? 

With four years of full-time study graduates receive two degrees: 

Bachelor of Social Work and Bachelor of Social Planning. the double 

degree program combines traditional social work skills with the 

broader issue of social planning, providing expertise not just in the 

delivery of social services but in the development and monitoring of 

programs which are appropriate to current social conditions. 

What is Social Work and Social Planning? 

Social work is the profession committed to the pursuit of social justice, 

to the enhancement of the quality of life, and the development of the 

full potential of each individual, group and community in society. 


Social Work and Social Planning are applied disciplines which draw 

on many other fields. You will be exposed to ideas from social work 

theory, human social development, social policy, organisational 

analysis, research methods, social planning and social administration. 

In the first year, students will study introduction to social planning, 

introduction to social work, methods for social planning, australian 

politics: a comparative study, cities as human environments, and 

economic institutions and policy, plus one topic each from within the 

disciplines of psychology and sociology. 

In the second year, the core topics are human social development, 

access and equity: social issues in public policy, integrative social 

planning, society and space, and demography, plus one topic chosen 

from the disciplines of politics, sociology, geography and women’s 

studies. 

the third year core topics focus on social policy, social work with 

diverse populations, social work within the lifecourse, community 

work, interpersonal practice, and field education. 

the final year of the double degree looks at integrity in social work 

practice, research design, loss and grief in social work practice, 

integrated methods in social work and students undertake their second 

field education placement. 


Students are required to undertake two field education placements: 

field education one (60 days) and field education two (80 days). 


Staff in this School are involved in social work activities related to 

practice and research. there is the opportunity for field education 

placements in India or other countries. 


the range of settings employing social planners and social workers 

includes: government departments, especially child and family welfare 

authorities, health and mental health, correctional services, police and 

education; hospitals and community health centres; local government 

authorities, usually within community service departments providing 

services and facilities to local residents; non-government welfare 

agencies, many agencies are sponsored by church and community 

groups; industrial settings such as trade unions, State transport 

services, banks and management consulting companies. 

Why study Social Work at Flinders? 

this course is the only graduate entry social work program in South 

australia. It provides students with the opportunity to pursue other 

areas of interest before entering social work or to choose other careers 

at almost any point if they change their minds about becoming a social 

worker. 

What is Social Work? 

Social workers help people to help themselves. they work with 

individuals or in a broader community context and are involved in 

activities ranging from counselling and group work to community 

development and social planning. through all of this, the fundamental 

aim of social work is to improve the quality of people’s lives. 


Social work is an applied discipline that draws on many other fields. 

this breadth is reflected in the curriculum, which exposes students 

to ideas from social work theory, human development, social policy, 

organisational analysis, research methods, social planning and social 

administration. 

as a professionally-oriented program of study, the course is concerned 

with the acquisition of skills; that is, with the student’s ability to 

translate relevant knowledge into effective practice. It involves 10 

classroom topics and satisfactory performance in two field education 

placements. 

after first year, students who attain the requisite standard may apply to 

enter the honours stream. 


the range of settings employing social workers includes: 

• government departments, especially child and family welfare 

authorities, health and mental health departments, correctional 

services departments, police departments, and education departments 

• hospitals and community health centres 

• local government authorities - usually within community services 

departments providing services and facilities to local residents 

• non-government welfare agencies - many agencies are sponsored by 

church and community groups 

• industrial settings such as trade unions, State transport services, 

banks and management consulting companies 

• private practice - working independently as counsellors, family 

therapists or researchers. 

Social Work 


Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Social Work 

Course Length 

2 years 


Bachelor of Social Work graduates are entitled to become 

members of the australian association of Social Workers. 


dr Mubarak rahamathulla, email: mubarak@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/bsw.htm 


Special Education 


Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Special education 


this degree is designed to extend the skills of qualified teachers. 

Students without teaching qualifications should see the Bachelor 

of education (Special education). 

Course Length 

1 year 



Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/se.htm 


Why study Special Education at Flinders? 

Increasingly, students with special needs are enrolling in regular preschools 

and mainstream school classes, necessitating much closer 

collaboration between teachers trained in special education and those 

teaching mainstream classes. 

regular classroom teachers now need knowledge and skills 

traditionally seen as belonging to special educators and special 

educators have to work more closely with regular class teachers 

to adapt and modify programs to make them more inclusive of all 

children. 

What is Special Education? 

Special education is instruction that is modified or particularised for 

those students with special needs, such as learning differences, 

mental health problems, specific disabilities (physical or 

developmental), and giftedness. 


the course comprises two core topics and a range of optional 

electives. not all topics are necessarily available in a given year. 

topics include: autism Spectrum disorder: theory and Practice, 

directed Study in Special education, Special education: Contemporary 

Issues, Intervention for Problems in Literacy, Programming for 

Students with Special needs, Collaborative Consultation, technology 

and disability, Studies in Braille: research and Practice, Orientation 

and Mobility, Language: development and Intervention, theory of 

Orientation and Mobility, numeracy, Mathematics and Learning 

difficulties. 


Some topics require students to work in practical settings for up to 

three hours a week. 


the Bachelor of Special education provides appropriate additional 

specialist training for teachers at all levels of the school system. It 

allows teachers to prepare for work in special schools and special 

classes, to prepare for work as resource or support teachers in regular 

schools, or simply to extend their range of skills as regular classroom 

teachers able to cater for a wide ability range of students, including 

those with gifts and talents. the content of the program is appropriate 

for teachers at all levels from pre-schools through to taFe. 

Why study Speech Pathology at Flinders? 

the course equips graduates to: 

• assess, diagnose, remediate or alleviate communication and 

swallowing problems, and 

• evaluate current research and apply the relevant findings to clinical 

practice. 

What is Speech Pathology? 

Speech pathology is one of the sciences of human communication, 

primarily focused on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment and 

management of individuals experiencing difficulty with communication 

or with feeding and swallowing effectively. 

Speech pathologists work with people to facilitate their communication 

skills. Problems occur with pronunciation (or articulation), language, 

voice, fluency and swallowing for a wide range of reasons. they 

treat people of all ages who may have been affected by surgery, 

brain damage from an accident or stroke, or disease of the nervous 

system, as well as those who have difficulties acquiring normal speech 

sounds of language. Speech pathologists also are trained to perform 

basic hearing assessments and use special techniques in treating the 

hearing impaired, because hearing is important to the effective use of 

speech and language. 


In year one, students will observe speech pathologists working with 

clients. In years three and four, there will be four clinical practica 

where students will assess, diagnose, treat and manage clients, both 

children and adults, with various forms of communication impairment, 

and/or feeding and swallowing difficulty. 


all academic topics are clinically oriented and are given increasing 

practical application in third and fourth years. Students begin clinical 

work in second year. the final year includes two periods of intensive 

clinical experience. a small research project is undertaken in fourth 

year. 


Students will have access to a language laboratory and computer 

facilities in the department. Computer facilities are also available in the 

Medical Library at Flinders Medical Centre. 


Speech pathologists are employed in the public and private sectors. 

Private organisations include the autism association, novita Children’s 

Services, and private practices. Speech pathologists work in child care 

centres, pre-schools and schools, hospitals, community health centres, 

rehabilitation centres, nursing homes, mental health centres and 

private practices. graduates also have an appropriate background for 

graduate entry courses in other health professions, such as audiology 

or medicine. 

Speech Pathology 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of Speech Pathology 

Course Length 

4 years 


graduates are eligible for membership of the Speech Pathology 

association of australia and their qualifications are recognised 

interstate and, in some cases, overseas. 


an honours degree can be completed in four years by undertaking 

additional units, including a research project at honours level in 

fourth year, enabling successful graduates to enrol in a research 

higher degree. 


dr Willem Van Steenbrugge, 

email: willem.vansteenbrugge@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http://www.flinders.edu.au/speechpath/ 

http://www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au 


Theology 

Fast Facts 

Course Name 

Bachelor of theology 

Course Length 

4 years 


Master of theological Studies 

Master of arts (religion and ethics) 

graduate Certificate in theological Studies 

graduate Certificate in religion and ethics 

graduate diploma in theological Studies 

graduate diploma in religion and ethics 


associate Professor Stephen downs, 

email: stephen.downs@flinders.edu.au 

Related Links 

http;//www.flinders.edu.au/courses/ugrad/bachelor/btheo.htm 


Why study Theology at Flinders? 

this integrated degree program, offered in association with the 

adelaide College of divinity (aCd), aims to deepen the understanding 

and expression of Christian faith. It is not a course in religious studies 

which looks at religion from the perspective of other disciplines such 

as history, philosophy, anthropology or psychology; by contrast it is 

specifically the study of Christian traditions and thought. 

While theology has been a significant area of study in Western 

universities since the Middle ages, it has only a short history in 

australian universities. However, there is increasing interest in 

theology, stemming from a growing recognition that the Christian 

Scriptures and traditions have an important contribution to make to 

the way we think through our shared concerns over matters such 

as economics, environmental degradation, community health and 

international relations. 

What is Theology? 

the study of the nature of god. the study of religion, and religious 

beliefs. 


the course is interdisciplinary, combining biblical studies, church 

history, systematic theology and Christian ethics with an optional 

stream comprising professional ministry studies such as pastoral 

care, Christian education and preaching. In the first year students 

will be focusing specifically on the areas of Faith and revelation; the 

Spirit, grace and Humanity; early Church History; Introductions to 

Old testament, new testament and exegetical Method; and either 

Sociology for Ministry and Introduction to Pastoral Care or two other 

first year topics from other disiplines in the university. 


the Bachelor of theology combined with further professional training 

can lead to various forms of ministry and prepare graduates for a 

variety of roles within their church community. When followed by a 

Bachelor of education it can lead to the teaching of religious studies. 

the degree does not qualify a person for ordination in any church but 

many students use it to fulfil part of their ordination requirements. 

Some begin the course before being accepted for ordination while 

others wait until they have been accepted as candidates. People 

looking towards ordination should consult the head of one of the 

theological colleges. 

Eri Takahashi 

Exchange Student from 

Nagoya University, 

Japan 

“I have made so many 

friends from all around 

the world. Living on 

campus 

has been the best 

experience” 

Jeong Hoon Kang 

Student, Bachelor of 

Nursing and Bachelor 

of Health Science 

from Korea 

“This is my first year 

here at Flinders and I 

am enjoying it already. 

The people are very 

friendly and I am 

learning a great deal 

for my future career” 


Turki Raddah Al- 

Huthali 

Student, Bachelor 

of Health Science 

(Paramedic) from 

Saudi Arabia 

“When I complete 

my studies at 

Flinders I will return 

to Saudi Arabia to 

work at the Royal 

Clinic” 

Terminology 

While reading about your 

university options you may 

come across some terms which 

are unfamiliar to you. a list of 

university terminology has been 

compiled to assist. 

ACADEMIC STAFF: 

all teaching and research staff, 

including Professors (the most 

senior), associate Professors 

or readers, Senior Lecturers, 

Lecturers and associate Lecturers. 

ACADEMIC YEAR: 

Begins in late February or early 

March and ends in november. 

AWARD: 

a degree, diploma, associate 

diploma or certificate of the 

university granted at the 

completion of a course of study. 

BACHELOR DEGREE: 

normally the basic (first) 

undergraduate degree. 

COREQUISITE: 

a topic that must be taken at 

the same time as the topic being 

described. 

CORE TOPICS: 

Compulsory subjects which form 

the basis of a study program. 

COURSE: 

a program of study leading to a 

degree or diploma. 

COURSE COORDINATOR/ 

PROGRAM DIRECTOR: 

the staff member responsible for 

a particular course. the Course 

Coordinator is your main contact 

person at the university. the 

Course Coordinator will advise 

you on such matters as enrolment, 

topic selection, study program, 

and problems with study. the 

Course Coordinator consults with 

enrolment Services in authorising 

your enrolment in topics, 

amendment of enrolment and 

withdrawal from topics for your 

course. See also topic Coordinator. 

CREDIT: 

Credit is sometimes given for 

relevant topics or units previously 

studied, for which a student is 

given an exemption. 

DIPLOMA: 

a formal qualification usually 

requiring the equivalent of two 

years of full-time study. 

ELECTIVE TOPICS: 

topics which can be chosen to 

support core topics - often called 

optional topics in Science degrees. 

EXTERNAL STUDENT: 

a person undertaking all of their 

study by correspondence on either 

a full-time or a part-time basis, 

and who is enrolled as an external 

student. Most distance education 

courses are offered through the 

Faculty of education, Humanities, 

Law and theology, or through the 

Faculty of Health Sciences. 

FACULTIES: 

the administrative structure of the 

university is based on faculties, 

which are: Faculty of education, 

Humanities, Law and theology; 

Faculty of Health Sciences; Faculty 

of Science and engineering; 

Faculty of Social Sciences. 

GRADUATE: 

a person who has received his or 

her degree. 

GRADUATION: 

a ceremony at which degrees 

are conferred and diplomas 

awarded. usually held in april and 

december. 

HONOURS DEGREE: awarded to 

students who choose to complete 

an additional year of study or, in 

some cases, perform particularly 

well during their degree course. 

MAJOR SEQUENCE: 

a sequence of topics which must 

be taken in all three years of a 

degree. 

MINOR SEQUENCE: 

a small number of topics in one 

area of study. 

POSTGRADUATE DEGREE/ 

DIPLOMA: 

Students must normally have an 

undergraduate degree to begin 

studying any postgraduate course. 

this is also known as graduate 

Studies. 

PREREQUISITE: 

a topic which must be completed 

before a higher level topic can 

be studied. It is the student’s 

responsibility to ensure that topic 

prerequisites have been met. 

SEMESTER: 

the academic year is divided 

into two semesters - usually late 

February to mid June and late July 

to november. 

TOPIC CODES: 

topic codes consist of a four 

character alpha code followed 

by a four digit code. these eight 

characters form the total topic 

code, for example: edSP4003 - 

gifted Children. these should be 

quoted whenever you are making 

enquiries about enrolling in a 

topic. 

TOPIC COORDINATOR: 

the academic staff member 

responsible for a topic. direct any 

topic related queries to your topic 

Coordinator. 

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE/ 

DIPLOMA: 

a first degree or diploma. 

UNIT: 

the measure of weighting given 

to a topic as specified in the 

syllabus for that topic. each topic 

is given a weighting in units, 

roughly proportional to its length. 

Most full-time students complete 

36 units a year to gain the 108 

units needed to earn a three-year 

degree. 


Professor Chris 

Franco 

Head, Department 

of Medical 

Biotechnology, 

School of Medicine 

Associate Head of 

Faculty (International 

Programs), Faculty of 

Health Sciences 


www.flinders.edu.au 

Flinders university – Housing 

www.flinders.edu.au/housing 

Flinders university - International 

Office 


students/ 


Flinders university - International 

Student Services unit 


services/ 

australian Immigration 

www.immi.gov.au 

Overseas Student Health Cover 

www.oshcworldcare.com.au 

Study adelaide 

www.studyadelaide.com 

understanding australia 

www.radioaustralia.net.au/australia/ 

Application Deadlines 

For entry in: 

Semester 1 2008: 30 november 2007 

Semester 2 2008: 31 May 2008 

Semester 1 2009: 30 november 2008 

Semester 2 2009: 31 May 2009 

Useful Websites 

Application 

Guidelines 

a tear-out application form is 

available at the back of this guide. 

You can also obtain an application 

form from: 

• Flinders University International 

Office 

• Flinders University website 


students/apply.html 

• Authorised Agents listed at 


students/agents 

• IDP Education Australia offices 

• Australian Diplomatic Missions. 

WHEN TO APPLY 

applications can be made at 

any time during the year. Please 

check the Important dates 

section to see the closing dates 

for each semester. 

the following courses have a 

different application deadline: 

• Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of 

Surgery 

• Musculoskeletal Medicine 

• Psychology 

• Nutrition and Dietetics 

• Audiology. 

You should check with the relevant 

Faculty to confirm the deadlines 

for these courses. 

WHAT TO INCLUDE WITH YOUR 

APPLICATION 

Application fee 

all postgraduate applications 

must be accompanied by a nonrefundable 

aud $55 application 

fee. 

the application fee can be paid by: 

• Bank Draft 

• Credit Card. 

Full details on the application 

fee payment are included in the 

application form. 

CERTIFIED COPIES 

Your application should include 

certified true copies of required 

documents in both original 

language and english translation. 

these include academic transcripts 

and awards. It is recommended 

that you provide certified true 

copies of documentation rather 

than original documents, as 

documents submitted to the 

International Office cannot be 

returned. 

a certified true copy is a photocopy 

of the original document that bears 

the signature and official stamp 

of a recognised authority, such 

as a police officer, Justice of the 

Peace, Commissioner of Oaths, 

barrister, solicitor, school principal 

or authorised agent of Flinders 

university. 

the australian High Commission 

or embassy can also certify 

documents. 

the signature and stamp indicate 

that the recognised authority has 

sighted the original documents. 

Photocopies, digital scans or fax 

copies of certified true documents 

will not be accepted. 

Please note: students from Level 3 

and 4 countries should submit their 

application as soon as possible 

to allow sufficient time for visa 

assessment. 

Some courses may have an earlier 

start date. Please check your offer 

letter for your course start date. 

We strongly recommend that you 

arrive in adelaide at least one 

week prior to the commencement 

of classes as detailed in your offer 

letter, in order to enrol and attend 

orientation activities. 

Semester dates 

2008 2009 

Semester 1 

March 3 - June 30 

Semester 2 

July 28 – november 24 

Semester 1 

March 2 - June 29 

Semester 2 

July 27 - november 23

Application Process 

Your Application >> Your Offer >> 

1. Submit your application to your 

agent; at an exhibition; or directly 

to Flinders university International 

Office. Your application cannot be 

processed until all the required 

documentation is received. 

You > 

Flinders > 

2. application received by Flinders 

university International Office. the 

university will contact you if any 

of the application information or 

documentation is missing. 

3. Your offer letter is usually sent 

to you by email. If you do not 

have an email address we post 

the offer letter to you. Offers are 

normally made within four weeks 

upon receipt of the application and 

correct documentation. there can 

be delays where you have applied 

for a course with strict quotas or 

additional entry requirements, or 

where credit/exemption is sought 

for previous study. 

4. Included in the offer pack is 

the booklet, Your Offer Letter 

explained, which explains how to 

accept your Flinders university 

offer. You will be required to pay 

tuition fees for the first semester 

and course length Overseas 

Student Health Cover (OSHC) at 

this stage. 

Confirmation Of Enrolment (COE) >> Arrival and Orientation >> 

5. Flinders will issue a confirmation 

of enrolment (COe) upon receipt of 

your payment. 

6. You are almost at Flinders! 

With your COe you can apply for 

your student visa. Check with 

the nearest australian diplomatic 

Mission for Visa requirements. 

7. You will receive a Pre-departure 

guide to assist with leaving home, 

preparing to live in adelaide, and 

support services available. 

8. the university can assist you 

with on-arrival accommodation, onarrival 

reception at the airport and 

university orientation, including 

your course enrolment.

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