Flinders University Courses

Students of exceptional academic ability can undertake an enhanced program of studies with the Bachelor of Science (Honours) – Enhanced Program for High Achievers. It provides opportunities to embark upon research in every year of the degree. This additional challenging material provides you with the opportunity to maximise your intellectual growth and potential.

Prepare to work as an editor, researcher, freelance writer, publisher or author in both new and traditional fields. You will acquire vital professional skills, an understanding of the Australian publishing industry, and a strong work ethic for a rewarding career in an exciting arena.

Developed in consultation with senior public-sector leaders, this degree will equip you to understand the dynamics of public policy and management by studying how policy shapes the world we live in. You will gain an advanced understanding of the values and processes of governance, the roles of the public sector, policy analysis, and the management of organisations, programs, resources and people.

Prepare yourself for a rewarding career in optometry in a high-quality learning environment. You will receive a grounding in the fundamentals of science with an emphasis on vision science, where you will study the visual system and factors that influence sight, in preparation for intensive study and clinical experience in optometry.

Get a broad understanding of the biology of marine organisms, their relationships with the physico-chemical marine environment, and their potential responses to changes. The degree provides you with the ability to acquire extensive knowledge in marine biodiversity, ecology, genetics, conservation, fisheries and related areas, and builds transferable skills.

This VET pathway is specifically designed for applicants who have completed either the VET Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology, the VET Advanced Diploma of Fashion and Textiles Merchandising or the VET Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising.

If you think you might like to study teaching but are not sure yet, this conditional entry pathway into the Master of Teaching (Secondary) is available. It lets you study a 3 year Bachelor of Arts first. If you complete this degree to the required standard, you will be guaranteed a place in the two-year masters degree, subject to an additional written statement entry requirement.

Gain a broad understanding of criminological theory and its applications in criminal justice contexts. You will have the opportunity to learn from world-class researchers in such areas as transnational crime, policing and security, organised crime, cybercrime, terrorism, corrections and corruption. Learn to apply your knowledge and skills in professional settings and to succeed within this growing field.

Be prepared to work as a professional in one of the most exciting areas of modern science by combining theory and specialised practical training in the life sciences with the study of related business, legal, ethical and social issues. The degree is underpinned by knowledge in entrepreneurial and corporate biotechnology.

This VET pathway is specifically designed for applicants who have completed a qualification such as:

Gain the foundations for further study in engineering or for a career in an engineering-related field. The degree offers specialisations in biomedical engineering, civil engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, and software engineering.

Take a pathway that allows high-achieving students to complete a program of study in mechanical and biomedical engineering in only five years. You will study a variety of areas including dynamics, engineering design, biomechanics and biomedical instrumentation. The final year includes studies in advanced mechanical design and innovations in medical devices, allows for further elective topics to be chosen, and includes a masters thesis.