History
For over 50 years, Flinders has been a centre of inspiring achievement: from our pioneering research and excellence in teaching to the positive impact we have in the communities we serve.
Education
Our teaching will embed in every degree program research opportunities that nurture the creativity and critical thinking skills that will be determinants of success in an information-rich world.
Our clear focus on student success will distinguish Flinders and empower students to achieve to the very best of their abilities, irrespective of their background or individual circumstances.
Research
Research and creative endeavour have been core to Flinders University’s identity since inception.
We will increase our research intensity through targeted investment in areas with potential for significant impact.
Flinders will proactively engage with business, industry, government and non-government organisations to deliver outcomes that promote economic development and change lives for the better.
The impact of our research will further build our global reputation and create opportunities for strategic international collaborations with high quality partners in academia and industry.
Career
Access CareerHub to help you:
- work while you study - find current job opportunities
- create your career – find out which steps will help you work towards success
- broaden your skills and experience – put yourself ahead of the competition
- build your network - connect with employers and industry professionals
- prepare for employment – explore tips and tricks to help you succeed
- receive on-campus specialist employment support if you have a disability or medical condition.
Top reasons to study here
- As we enter an era of disruptive change and remarkable technological innovation, Flinders is well prepared for this unpredictable, exciting future.
- Celebrate student achievement
- Inspiration leads to innovation. But innovation is more than just a buzzword at Flinders.
Flinders University Key Statistics & Highlights
- #301 Ranking
- 100 Masters
- 83 Scholarships
- 886 Academic Staff
- 25,692 Students
- 4,560 Students (int'l)
- 16,944 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
Flinders University Overview
Flinders University Scholarships
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Flinders University Student Reviews & Awards
Based on 48 reviews
- 5 Star 10 Reviews
- 4 Star 35 Reviews
- 3 Star 2 Reviews
- 2 Star 0 Reviews
- 1 Star 1 Review
How Students Rated This University
- Overall Satisfaction 4.1
- Student Teacher Interaction 4.3
- Quality of Student Life 4.0
- Career Development 4.1
Good
I offer health informatics as my first degrees and I want to expand my knowledge on public health
It was good and amazing
I have done my worldwide difficult degree BSN program it was amazing experience. Because I like the health department it was really great by this I know very well about the patient's complains in health departments and in this 4 years I have got the chance to attend multiple seminar and to resolve complaints and batter quality of health related issues.
Mphil degree.
Qualification of this degree is very valuable. Particularly for those who interested in research and academic career. Provides research advanced training method. Specialised knowledge in academic writing skills in the field work.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2025
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2025. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 7 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
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Flinders University Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
World University Rankings
By Times Higher Education
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 301 | 301 | 301 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
Dropped 51 places compared to 2025
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 380 | 336 | 387 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Academic Ranking of World Universities
By Shanghai Jiao Tong University
The university hasn’t moved up or down in the rankings over the past year.
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend Academic Ranking of World Universities
| 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| 301 | 401 | 401 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Dropped 13 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
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| 426 | 421 | 434 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Student services
The International Student Services (ISS) team is part of Flinders International. ISS is the first point of contact for all onshore international students, including those who are studying online due to COVID-19-related travel restrictions, and offers a range of programs supporting your enrolment, study and social life, as well as referring students to services on campus and within the local community. ISS organises a general orientation program for new international students, day and weekend tours throughout the semester, social activities and information sessions.
Housing services
Experience the community and convenience of living on-campus. With a five-minute walk to your classes, a tight-knit family and fun extracurriculars, there are plenty of reasons to live at Flinders University. We have a safe, supportive and dynamic community of over 560 students.
We’re not just the only South Australian university with on-campus accommodation in the Adelaide metro area. We’re also 20 minutes by bus from the city and some of Adelaide’s best metropolitan beaches. Plus we have many great eateries and services on campus.
No matter your interests, you’ll find something you love from the range of social, sporting, academic, cultural and philanthropic activities on offer.
Library services
The Central Library is the main branch of Flinders University Library and provides spaces for individual and group study. Specialist staff provide support for using library services and resources
The Central Library can be accessed via the Student Hub; select level 2 in the hub lift to get to level 1 of the library. There is also an entrance at the top of the rainbow stairs near the Plaza.
Medical services
The health service provides emergency and routine medical care, as well as other services such as:
- First aid
- Health screens (pap smears, skin checks, cholesterol, STDs etc)
- Staff medicals
- Minor surgery
- Health education
- Vaccinations (both for health care work and travel)
- Referrals
- SA Pathology
Campus life
Located just 12km south of the centre of Adelaide, the Bedford Park campus is Flinders' main campus. It's a spacious, elevated site with panoramic views to the coast and over the city. Our Student Hub offers 24/7 study spaces and access to all student services in one convenient location.
Sports facilities
Flinders University Sport and Fitness provides a modern, air-conditioned gym and fitness centre available for hire on a regular or ad-hoc basis. You can also join as a member.
Indoor facilities- Central Pavilion with change rooms and function area, including a canteen and kitchen facilities.
- Sports Hall (badminton, volleyball, basketball, indoor soccer and netball courts)
- Three squash courts.
Accreditation
Many courses at Flinders are externally accredited by professional bodies. Quality assurance by external agencies is an important element of a robust quality assurance framework.
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