Flinders University

Spanning six unique colleges, Flinders University is an institution which encourages innovation. Degrees are tailored to meet industry needs and teaching is collaborative and empowering. Named after the British explorer, Matthew Flinders, the university welcomes students from all over the globe who dare to be different.

Established in 1966, Flinders ranked within the top two per cent of universities by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings in 2020. Its campuses combine picturesque nature with laid-back urban living.

Based in Adelaide, Flinders is in an ideal location for international students who wish to enjoy what Australia has to offer. The city is home to peaceful green spaces, trendy hangouts and a vibrant business district. Students will find countless shopping and dining options, a vibrant nightlife and plenty of festivals to experience throughout the year.

Adelaide is also surrounded by golden beaches and stunning hilly landscapes and is in close reach of many weekend-getaway destinations. It’s no wonder that it was named within the top five most liveable cities in the world by the Global Liveability Study in 2016.

The low cost of living is attractive to students from all over the world. According to study Adelaide 2019, the area is 14 per cent more affordable than other large Australian cities. With cheaper cost of transportation, rent and food, students have more money to enjoy the city as well as explore wider Australia in their free time.

Flinders University offers study options across six academic colleges:

College of Business, Government and Law

Internationally acclaimed for its teaching quality, it offers study options in areas such as business, commerce, politics and public policy, healthcare management, law, criminology and international relations.

College of Education, Psychology and Social Work

Focused on giving back to society, these programs train students to commit themselves to work towards a better society.

College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Offers programs ranging from history and archaeology to creative arts and communications.

College of Medicine and Public Health

Focused on clinical, population and lab-based research and high-quality clinical services, these programs put Flinders on the global map of health innovation.

College of Nursing and Health Sciences

An accomplished leader in the healthcare sector, Flinders offers programs of study in nursing, midwifery, disability, allied health and health sciences.

College of Science and Engineering

Flinders offers reputable programs of study in biology, chemistry, environment, technology, engineering, information technology, mathematics, and more.

Flinders is a university that is known for its state-of-the-art facilities.

Campuses

All three of its campuses offer world-class facilities.

• The Bedford Park campus is co-located with Flinders Medical Centre. Its award-winning Student Hub and Plaza is located on this campus and is open 24/7 to help students get the most out of their on-campus experience. Numerous dining places also exist within campus.
• The Tonsley campus is an AUD 120 million centre of innovation, to meet the challenging requirements of the contemporary world. Additionally, the New Venture Institute (NVI), is the most efficient link to businesses, government and community sectors. This campus also hosts many local and international businesses.
• The Victoria Square campus has modern student lounges, study spaces and high-speed Wi-Fi. It is a reachable, alternative, and comfortable place for students. Set on the corner of one of Adelaide’s most iconic and lively city squares, which often plays host to free live music, events, weekday food trucks and community gatherings, the campus is perfectly situated for a taste of unique city living.

Accommodation

Flinders is the only university in Adelaide, which offers on-campus accommodation facilities. If students choose to live off-campus, Flinders Living can assist them with choosing suitable accommodation.