Flinders University

Flinders University is a place, which is known for its progressive and modern outlook to academics. The courses at this university are designed in accordance to the needs of the modern-day professional world.

The University

Flinders University is known to provide its students with a multicultural campus which allows for mixing together of various cultures among the international students. The Flinders University is located in Adelaide, which is one of the most vibrant cities of Australia. The students benefit due to the location as Adelaide offers a high quality of life although the cost of living is quite low as compared to other cities.

Flinders University boasts of a 180 hectare of campus which offers panoramic views of the Adelaide city, its beaches and coasts.

Major Areas of Study

Most of the courses offered at the Flinders University are pertaining to the Science stream. Some of the most popular courses offered at the University include Biotechnology, bioinformatics and molecular biology. Some other streams include commerce, business, law economics, accounting, banking and finance.

The university also offers engineering in various fields, such as electrical, electronic, software, computer and biomedical. Flinders University also boasts of providing courses in creative arts, such as drama, screen and creative writing.

Some other subjects offered at the university include the

• Disability studies
• Eco and Cultural tourism
• Education/teaching and special education
• Forensic science
• Health science
• Information Technology/
• Computer Science/
• Applied Geospatial & IT
• International Studies
• Law/Legal Studies
• Marine
• Biology/Aquaculture
• Medicine (graduate entry) / Medical Science, Medicinal Chemistry
• Nanotechnology
• Nursing/Midwifery
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Psychology/Behavioral Science
• Science/Innovation & Enterprise
• Social Work and Planning
• Speech
• Pathology

International Student Services

Students arriving from different countries also have the option of availing the international student services, which include the Student Learning Centre, Muslim prayer rooms, health and counselling, sports association, and intensive English language institute.

Some other services offered under international student services include cafes, accommodation services, and community services.

Accommodation

University Hall has one of the most budget friendly accommodation options in Australia. This university hall provides up to 250 students single study bedrooms which share a common bathrooms and kitchenettes.

Apart from this, a rental accommodation is available on the campus which includes fully furnished houses, studio apartments etc.

Airport Pick Up

The Flinders University provides the option of picking up new students from the airport upon their arrival as well as helping them reach their place of accommodation safely. All this is done without any extra charge from the student.

Orientation Meetings

The orientation program is conducted for new students which gives them a low down about living in the campus and their course details before their course starts.

Opportunities to Study Abroad

International students who are enrolled in degree courses in their native countries can choose to spend a semester or two at the Flinders University. This can be done under the university’s Study Abroad program.