Studying at Flinders University lets you chase your dreams, find your purpose, and discover new ways to change the world. At Flinders University you’ll find endless opportunities in whatever field you choose.
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.
- Our strong network of external links keeps our work dynamic, enabling us to connect across barriers to create enterprising solutions for the future.
- Inspiration leads to innovation. But innovation is more than just a buzzword at Flinders.
Master's Programmes
Medicine & Health (60)
- Master Acute Care Nursing
- Postgraduate Diploma Acute Care Nursing
- Postgraduate Certificate Applied Gerontology
- Postgraduate Diploma Applied Gerontology
- Master Applied Gerontology
- Master Audiology
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- Postgraduate Certificate Chronic Condition Management
- Postgraduate Diploma Chronic Condition Management
- Postgraduate Diploma Clinical Education
- Postgraduate Certificate Clinical Education
- Master Clinical Education
- Postgraduate Certificate Clinical Rehabilitation
- Postgraduate Diploma Clinical Rehabilitation
- Master Clinical Rehabilitation
- Postgraduate Certificate Disability Studies
- Master of Nursing Global Health Care
- Master of Nursing Global Health Care (International Health Care)
- Postgraduate Diploma Global Health Care (International Health Care)
- Postgraduate Diploma Global Health Care (Leading Quality and Safety)
- Master of Nursing Global Health Care (Leading Quality and Safety)
- Postgraduate Diploma Global Health Care (Learning and Teaching)
- Master of Nursing Global Health Care (Learning and Teaching)
- Postgraduate Diploma Health Administration
- Master Health Administration
- M.Sc. Health Administration
- Postgraduate Certificate Health Promotion
- Postgraduate Diploma Midwifery
- Master Midwifery
- Master Nursing
- Postgraduate Diploma Nursing (Primary Health Care)
- Master Nutrition and Dietetics
- Master Occupational Therapy
- Master Palliative Care
- Postgraduate Certificate Palliative Care
- Postgraduate Diploma Palliative Care
- Postgraduate Diploma Palliative Care in Aged Care
- Master Palliative Care in Aged Care
- Master Paramedic Science
- Master Physiotherapy
- Postgraduate Certificate Primary Health Care in Developing Countries
- Master Psychology (Clinical)
- Master Public Health
- Postgraduate Certificate Public Health
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Medicine and Public Health)
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Nursing and Health Sciences)
- Master Speech Pathology
Education & Training (46)
- Postgraduate Certificate Clinical Education
- Master Clinical Education
- Postgraduate Diploma Clinical Education
- Postgraduate Diploma Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Postgraduate Certificate Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Master Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Postgraduate Certificate Disability Studies
- Postgraduate Certificate Education
- Postgraduate Diploma Gender and Development
- Master of Nursing Global Health Care (Learning and Teaching)
- Postgraduate Diploma Global Health Care (Learning and Teaching)
- Postgraduate Certificate Leadership and Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Loss, Grief and Trauma Counselling
- Postgraduate Certificate Organisational Learning
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Education, Psychology and Social Work)
- Postgraduate Certificate Special Education
- Master Speech Pathology
- Master Teaching - Early Childhood
- Master Teaching - Primary R-7
- Master Teaching - Secondary
- Postgraduate Certificate Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
- Postgraduate Diploma Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
- Postgraduate Diploma Theological Studies
- Postgraduate Certificate Theological Studies
- Master Theological Studies
- M.A. Women's Studies
Social Sciences (42)
- Master Accounting and Finance
- Postgraduate Certificate Archaeology
- Postgraduate Diploma Archaeology and Heritage Management
- Postgraduate Diploma Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Postgraduate Certificate Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Master Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Postgraduate Certificate Development Administration
- Postgraduate Certificate Gender Mainstreaming Policy and Analysis
- Postgraduate Diploma Gender and Development
- Postgraduate Diploma Geographical Information Systems
- Postgraduate Certificate Geographical Information Systems
- Master International Development
- Postgraduate Certificate International Development
- Postgraduate Diploma International Development
- Postgraduate Diploma International Relations
- Postgraduate Certificate International Relations
- Postgraduate Certificate Loss, Grief and Trauma Counselling
- Postgraduate Certificate Maritime Archaeology
- Master Maritime Archaeology
- Postgraduate Diploma Maritime Archaeology
- Master Occupational Therapy
- Postgraduate Certificate Organisational Learning
- Master Psychology (Clinical)
- Postgraduate Certificate Public Policy
- Postgraduate Diploma Public Policy and Management
- Master Public Policy and Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Public Sector Management
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Education, Psychology and Social Work)
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Humanities, Arts and Social Science)
- Master Social Work
- M.A. Women's Studies
Business & Management (35)
- Master Accounting
- Master Accounting and Finance
- Master Accounting and Marketing
- Postgraduate Diploma Aquaculture
- M.Sc. Aquaculture
- Postgraduate Certificate Aquaculture
- Master Business
- Master Business (Finance)
- Master Business (Marketing)
- Postgraduate Certificate Business Administration
- Postgraduate Diploma Business Administration
- Postgraduate Certificate Development Administration
- Postgraduate Diploma International Development
- Master International Development
- Postgraduate Certificate International Relations
- Postgraduate Diploma International Relations
- Postgraduate Certificate Leadership and Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Organisational Learning
- Master Public Administration
- Postgraduate Diploma Public Policy and Management
- Master Public Policy and Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Public Sector Management
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Business, Government and Law)
Engineering & Technology (25)
- M.Eng. Biomedical Engineering
- Master Biotechnology
- Postgraduate Certificate Biotechnology
- Postgraduate Diploma Biotechnology
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.Eng. Civil Engineering
- M.Eng. Electronics
- Postgraduate Diploma Engineering Science
- Master Engineering Science - Civil
- Postgraduate Certificate Groundwater Hydrology
- M.Sc. Groundwater Hydrology
- Postgraduate Diploma Groundwater Hydrology
- Postgraduate Diploma Information Technology
- Master Information Technology
- M.Eng. Materials Engineering
- Postgraduate Diploma Nanotechnology
- Master Nanotechnology
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Science and Engineering)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (19)
- Postgraduate Certificate Archaeology
- Postgraduate Diploma Archaeology and Heritage Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Development Administration
- Master Environmental Health
- Postgraduate Diploma Environmental Health Practice
- Postgraduate Certificate Environmental Management
- Master Environmental Management
- Postgraduate Diploma Environmental Management
- Postgraduate Certificate Groundwater Hydrology
- Postgraduate Diploma Groundwater Hydrology
- M.Sc. Groundwater Hydrology
- Master Maritime Archaeology
- Postgraduate Certificate Maritime Archaeology
- Postgraduate Diploma Maritime Archaeology
- Postgraduate Certificate Water Resources Management
- Postgraduate Diploma Water Resources Management
Humanities (13)
- Postgraduate Certificate Archaeology
- Postgraduate Diploma Archaeology and Heritage Management
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Humanities, Arts and Social Science)
- Master Speech Pathology
- Postgraduate Diploma Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
- Postgraduate Certificate Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL)
- Master Theological Studies
- Postgraduate Certificate Theological Studies
- Postgraduate Diploma Theological Studies
Computer Science & IT (12)
- Master Accounting
- Master Audiology
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- Postgraduate Diploma Engineering Science
- Postgraduate Certificate Geographical Information Systems
- Postgraduate Diploma Geographical Information Systems
- Postgraduate Diploma Information Technology
- Master Information Technology
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Business, Government and Law)
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Science and Engineering)
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (10)
- M.Eng. Biomedical Engineering
- Master Biotechnology
- Postgraduate Certificate Biotechnology
- Postgraduate Diploma Biotechnology
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- Postgraduate Diploma Engineering Science
- Master Engineering Science - Civil
- M.Sc. Mathematics
- Postgraduate Diploma Nanotechnology
- M.Sc. Physics
Arts, Design & Architecture (8)
- Postgraduate Certificate Digital Production for Entertainment Design
- Postgraduate Diploma Digital Production for Entertainment Design
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Humanities, Arts and Social Science)
- Postgraduate Certificate Screen and Media Production
- Postgraduate Diploma Screen and Media Production
Journalism & Media (5)
- Postgraduate Diploma Screen and Media Production
- Postgraduate Certificate Screen and Media Production
Applied Sciences & Professions (4)
- Master Nutrition and Dietetics
- Postgraduate Diploma Research Methods (College of Education, Psychology and Social Work)
- Master Social Work
Agriculture & Forestry (3)
- M.Sc. Aquaculture
- Postgraduate Certificate Aquaculture
- Postgraduate Diploma Aquaculture
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
- Master Tourism and Events
- Postgraduate Diploma Tourism and Events
Law (1)
- Postgraduate Certificate Public Policy
About
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. The University was established in 1966 on the lands of the Kaurna nation.
Education
Innovative courses will be led by inspirational teachers, supported by advanced learning technologies, to create a learning experience that is flexible, richly interactive and highly personalised.
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
Flinders is home to a vibrant and constantly evolving research community. Our research spans areas such as:
- autonomous vehicles
- health and medical
- labour and industry transformation studies
- medical devices
- nanotechnology and analytical chemistry.
Career
A Flinders degree prepares you for a satisfying career. You will gain specialised skills and knowledge in your chosen area while developing portable qualities like independent thinking, communication, collaboration, ethics and creativity – qualities shared by innovators, entrepreneurs, pioneers, creators and trailblazers.
The Flinders Careers and Employability Service can help you get job-ready through the Horizon Award plus a range of other career and professional development opportunities, career advice, connections with industry, and job opportunities.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
251
2019
251 50
2018
301
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.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
401
2018
401
2017
401
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.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
424 54
2019
478 73
2018
551
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.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
427 -39
2019
388 34
2018
422
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.
Services
Student services
- ISS supports international students in their study and social life at Flinders. International Student Advisors are also available one-on-one for study, accommodation, welfare and Visa enquiries.
- The Flinders Connect team can assist you with student administrative requirements including; accepting your offer, enrolment, class registration, fees, scholarships and general information about life at university.
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
Flinders Library staff can help you navigate the wealth of information available across the branches, including electronic collections and more than a million books and journals.
ICT services
- The eduroam wireless network is an international roaming service for secure wireless connectivity, which has been developed for the research and education community.
- Computers are located on all floors of all the Flinders University Library branches: Central, Medical and Sturt. Availability will vary according to student demand and library classes.
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
Student Life
Campus life
Whether you are enjoying the leafy surrounds of the Bedford Park campus, immersed in the CBD at Victoria Square, or contemplating the industries of the future at our state-of-the-art Tonsley facility, Flinders prides itself on offering students a great on-campus experience.
There’s also the option to study online, giving you the flexibility to learn whenever and wherever you’re located.
Sports facilities
A bright, sun filled group fitness room for our classes or a fully equipped cardio room, ride with the peleton spin room, or hit the well equipped free weight and pin-loaded general gym. With a separate ladies only gym too, the centre is a pleasant and welcome surprise to all who come across it.
To maintain health and fitness and keep it accessible and interesting wellness programs are offered, at very low cost, including the very popular Zumba, Yoga and Boot Camp.
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.
CRICOS Provider: 00114A
Student Reviews
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I love studying engineering at Flinders
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I really love this course when I studying at Flinders Uni. The lecturer is kind and patient to answer all my questions. They do have some tutorial time for students to let students ask when they have issues on studying. The new engineering building at Tonsley is great! You could feel the engineering atmosphere when being there.
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