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Taking your first step into university life is a big change. New faces, new spaces, new experiences.

That’s why at Flinders, we do all we can to make your time at university the best it can be.

Our facilities are purpose-built for your study needs, providing the best the world has to offer.

Plugged into industry trends, professional placements and practical experiences, our teaching is designed to take you from learning to earning.

AT FLINDERS, IT’S ALL ABOUT YOU.

Our researchers and lecturers are ready to equip you with up-to-the-minute knowledge based on our world-class research. You’ll gain specialised skills and knowledge in your chosen field plus develop abilities in independent thinking, communication, collaboration, ethics and creativity – qualities that will prepare you to become an expert and innovator in your field.

Everything we do at Flinders is designed to give you the best possible study experience and prepare you not just to succeed, but to go beyond.

Find out more flinders.edu.au/experience

UNCOVER SECRETS. DISCOVER ANSWERS.

The world of science is a lot more exciting than it looks on The Big Bang Theory. A career in science can quite literally change the world. You could play a part in making new discoveries, helping us understand some of the deepest questions about who and what we are, and how our universe works.

A REWARDING CAREER.

There’s nothing more gratifying than doing something you love in an exciting field. Science underpins almost every facet of our society, and the range of careers in science is broad. From government departments to environmental organisations and private industry, you can pursue your passion and build a rewarding future.

STUDY FOR SUCCESS.

Studying science at Flinders means studying at a university with strong links to industry, and a wide range of research expertise in areas such as biotechnology, groundwater hydrology, and forensic and environmental science.

From advances in biotech, to the discovery of a long-forgotten prehistoric creature or the thrill we feel when a new probe lands on Mars, science excites us all. Turn your passion for discovery into a career.

EXPLORE THE UNKNOWNSTUDY SCIENCE AT FLINDERS

NO. 1 IN SA

*The Good Universities Guide 2020 (undergraduate), public SA-founded universities only

in Science & Mathematics for starting salary, learner engagement, learning resources, overall quality of educational experience, skills development, student support and teaching quality*

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PTNUMBER OF YEARS FULL-TIME

PART-TIME AVAILABLE DEFERRABLE

Bachelor of Applied Geographical Information Systems Bachelor of Science Create a career mapping the complexity of our world. Imagine a career exploring science from its core to the

outer limits.

In this degree, you’ll be taught skills to support change and growth in areas like global warming, urban planning, mining and exploration, archaeology, transportation and biodiversity management. We integrate field-based data acquisition with modern technology, computer workshops and classroom-based theory.

You don’t need a science background to start a career in science, you just need an inquiring mind.

This degree will equip you with crucial transferable skills in problem solving, communication, teamwork and computing, that will open up career pathways and research opportunities in a broad and exciting range of professional areas

YOUR WORK COULD BE THE KEY TO UNDERSTANDING THE FUTURE OF THE WORLD Find out more

flinders.edu.au/science

• Study at a university that leads Australia in implementing and teaching the latest geospatial technologies including Esri’s ArcGIS Enterprise Geospatial Platform.

• Study a secondary area including biology, geography and environmental studies, archaeology, and criminology.

• Gain practical experience and develop on-the-job use of a range of relevant digital technologies in our dedicated Spatial Information Systems Laboratory.

• Benefit from teaching and research in ground-based LIDAR and image spectrophotometers.

• Develop contacts and work skills through an industry placement in an environmental agency.

• The degree meets the international standards of geospatial science.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Your degree is the first step towards a range of employment opportunities, including:

• geographic analyst• GISc data coordinator• GISc technician• geospatial specialist• mapping technology officer• natural resource information officer• remote sensing officer • spatial ecologist/scientist.

Potential employers include:

• government departments• regional development centres• agriculture and horticulture centres• not-for-profit agencies• mining, oil and gas, water, forestry and agriculture industries• Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Start a career unlocking the mysteries of yesterday, helping overcome the challenges of today or helping us build a brighter tomorrow.

Are you excited by the behaviours of the creatures we live with, or the ways in which the currents of the oceans or the movements of the earth affect our planet?

Does the creation of new, advanced materials spark endless possibilities in your mind? Are you interested in exploring the opportunities that nanotech could bring?

• Bachelor of Applied Geographical Information Systems – see page 5

• Bachelor of Science – see page 5

• Bachelor of Science (Honours) – Enhanced Program for High Achievers – see page 6

• Bachelor of Science (Animal Behaviour) – see page 7

• Bachelor of Science (Biodiversity and Conservation) – see page 7

• Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) – see page 8

• Bachelor of Science (Chemical Sciences) – see page 8

• Bachelor of Science (Coasts and Oceans) – see page 9

• Bachelor of Science (Energy and Advanced Materials) – see page 9

• Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science) – see page 10

• Bachelor of Science (Forensic and Analytical Science) – see page 10

• Bachelor of Science (Geography) – see page 12

• Bachelor of Science (Hydrology) – see page 12

• Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology) – see page 13

• Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology and Aquaculture) – see page 13

• Bachelor of Science (Molecular Biosciences) – see page 14

• Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology) – see page 14

• Bachelor of Science (Palaeontology) – see page 15

• Bachelor of Science (Physics) – see page 15

• Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences – see page 16

CHOOSEYOURCAREER

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 214591

2020 MINIMUM SELECTION RANK

70.00

GUARANTEED ENTRY SELECTION RANK

70.00

TAFELINK Cert IV or above

ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

See the inside back spread for more information on your admission pathways, opportunities to enhance your degree, and how to apply.

Bachelor of Applied Geographical Information Systems

3 PT

• Follow your interests in core sciences from a diverse range of disciplines.

• You have the flexibility to explore a specific area while getting a broad foundation in science by studying a major, or gaining more specific expertise and a named degree by studying a specialisation.

• The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workplace through project-based learning.



• laboratory technician• intellectual property analyst• bioinformatics technician• research assistant• graduate ecologist.


• GHD• Bureau Veritas Australia• CSIRO• SA Water• Department of Agriculture.

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234511


60.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science

3 PT

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PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234211


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Animal Behaviour)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234361


80.00


80.00

TAFELINK Diploma or above

ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Animal Behaviour)

4 PT

Bachelor of Science (Animal Behaviour) Work with animals to understand their evolution, behaviours and how species interact with each other.

Learn about the behaviour of insects, birds, fishes and mammals. Global academic experts will teach you how to collect, analyse and understand information relevant to animal behaviour, and how to communicate this information to a variety of audiences.

• Get hands-on experience with lab work, fieldtrips and camps where you can witness and analyse animal behaviour in the field from your first year.

• Academics have close relationships with industry partners and government organisations increasing employment opportunities.

• Study in our new state-of-the-art Animal Biodiversity and Conservation Facility to be completed in 2021.

• Take advantage of study abroad opportunities in places such as Africa, Fiji, Maldives, Philippines and Palau, and get real-world experience in a new country while earning credit toward your degree.


Your degree could lead to a range of employment opportunities, including:

• zoo keeper• animal caretaker• field naturalist• wildlife ecology research scientist• natural resource management

officer• marine parks officer.


• CSIRO• Department of Environment and Water• marine park office• RSPCA• Zoos SA• Cleland Wildlife Park• SARDI• Great Barrier Reef diving operators• aquariums.

Bachelor of Science (Biodiversity and Conservation) Understand the science that will help solve real-world problems.

The world has never been more attuned to environmental issues or the need to train and employ specialists who can help us reduce our impact and plan wisely for the future.

• Develop the theory and skills that blend foundation science with Indigenous science.

• Analyse and interpret the impacts of key environmental drivers such as habitat destruction and fragmentation, changing climates, altered fire regimes and invasive species.

• Learn the principles of reserve design, habitat restoration and other means of conserving species affected by human impacts.

• Graduate prepared for negotiations with traditional custodians, local community groups, NGOs and governments responsible for land- use management and conserving biodiversity assets.

• Get hands-on experience by developing your lab skills, conducting experiments and going on fieldtrips.

• Work with industry on real-life conservation projects and biodiversity management.

• Learn about real-life and current conservation management techniques.



• biodiversity conservation officer • biodiversity project officer • conservation programs assistant • graduate ecologist • national park officer.


• national parks• museums• education bodies• research and development authorities• mine-site rehabilitation bodies• environmental monitoring departments.

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234221


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Biodiversity and Conservation)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234371


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Biodiversity and Conservation)

4 PT

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Animal biology The animal biology major involves the study of living terrestrial, avian and aquatic animals.

Aquatic biology

Aquatic biology involves the biology of marine and freshwater aquatic life.

Biochemistry and molecular biology

The biochemistry and molecular biology major explores the building blocks of life.

Chemistry

Chemistry affects almost everything we do or use: from drugs, antibiotics and anaesthetics to polymers and plastics through to synthetic fibres and batteries.

Cognitive science

Cognitive science is the scientific study of the mind and its processes in both humans and machines.

Computer science

The computer science major provides you with a broad background in programming, databases, networks and computer systems.

Ecology and evolutionary biology

The ecology and evolutionary biology major introduces you to the study of living animals, plants and fungi.

Environmental geology

The environmental geology major examines how geological processes and hazards influence human activities and vice versa.

Environmental hydrology and water resources

The environmental hydrology and water resources major gives you a broad background in natural sciences including earth sciences, environmental sciences and marine sciences.

Environmental management

The environmental management major aims to give you an understanding of the complexity and contexts of environmental decision-making.

Geography

The geography major provides a broad foundation in geography.

Mathematics

The mathematics major provides a firm foundation in the basic principles and techniques of modern mathematics.

Microbiology The microbiology major involves the study of evolution, biodiversity, chemistry, biostatistics and immunology.

Ocean and climate sciences

The ocean and climate sciences major provides you with a deeper understanding of the physical processes shaping the marine environment and influencing climate.

Physics

The physics major provides an understanding of the fundamental laws of nature.

Plant biology

The plant biology major involves study in areas including Australian environmental change, diversity of plants and algae, animal and plant physiology and food biotechnology.

Statistics

The statistics major involves the use of mathematics, data science, biostatistics, probability and stochastic processes to analyse and solve complex statistical problems.

Make the systematic pursuit of knowledge your passion with a Bachelor of ScienceFlinders gives you the flexibility to choose from major areas of study across the University’s wide range of science disciplines.

MAJORS

The broad range of majors available enables you to construct a study program that suits your interests. The following major areas of study are available at Flinders:

• Join a cohort of highly intelligent students with similar interests and capabilities.

• Be mentored by research staff and postgraduate students in your first year.

• Undertake professional placements integral to your research training.

• Web-based course materials and video lectures are offered in some subject areas, and help to make the program even more accessible.



• biologist/marine biologist• chemist/biochemist hydrologist • physicist • statistician/biostatistician • mathematician • nanotechnologist.


• university and research organisations• CSIRO• Defence Organisations, DST• Australian Centre for Plant Functional Genomics• The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research• Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation• Department of Environment and Water.

Make the most of your academic abilities.

Bachelor of Science (Honours) – Enhanced Program for High Achievers

Discover where science can take you and where you can take science. If you’re a student of exceptional academic ability, this enhanced program provides opportunities to embark upon research in every year of the degree.

PREREQUISITES Yes*

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 214721


95.00


95.00

TAFELINK Advanced Diploma

ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

* At least three of the following SACE stage two subjects or equivalent: biology, mathematical methods, specialist mathematics, chemistry, physics, geology.


Bachelor of Science (Honours) – Enhanced Program for High Achievers

4 PT

Find out more flinders.edu.au/science

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Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

Bachelor of Science (Chemical Sciences)

Bachelor of Science (Coasts and Oceans)

Bachelor of Science (Energy and Advanced Materials)

Begin a career in biotechnology, considered the growth technology of the 21st century – with job opportunities to match.

Build a career in the science central to all other sciences. Build a career that will help manage our marine and ocean systems.

Calculate the forces and resources for the modern technological world.

Gain a broad-based foundation in chemistry, acquire extensive knowledge in the area and graduate job-ready.

Prepare for a rewarding career and gain a solid foundation in physics and cutting-edge materials.

• Graduate 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.

• You don’t need a background in science, just an inquiring mind.

• Practical lab sessions prepare you for a scientific career.

• You’ll have the opportunity to undertake project placements within the University, Flinders Medical Centre or the biotechnology industry.

• Participate in one-on-one mentoring sessions with industry and medical research leaders.

• Understand science in the global market through commercialisation, entrepreneurship, financial management and business.



• biotechnologist • bioanalytical quality assurance associate • biodiscovery research officer • graduate research assistant • medical information associate.


• Australian Centre for Plant Functional Genomics• Bionomics• Department of Industry, Innovation and Science• Murdoch Children’s Research Institute• Novozymes.

• You’ll learn how to understand and apply chemical principles to solve problems, master lab techniques and equipment, undertake chemistry research and communicate your findings.


• This degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workplace through a professional placement in your final year.

• Master the various laboratory techniques and instrumentation used in diverse chemical fields.

• There are opportunities to take your studies overseas through internships and short-term study abroad programs.



• analytical chemist• assistant formulation chemist• graduate chemist• graduate quality control chemist• laboratory metallurgical technician.


• DuluxGroup• Advent Pharmaceuticals Pty Ltd• Phytovision Pty Ltd• Western Australia Specialty Alloys (WASA)• SA Water.

• This is the only coasts and oceans course available in Australia.

• Be taught by global academic experts who will arm you with the skills, knowledge and confidence to work in the field of coastal and marine science.

• Learn in Australia’s best coastal laboratory, featuring every tidal range, surf zone, beach type, sediment size, wave and wind energy regime, and dune type.

• Gain an understanding of the coast and the hazards, and risks within coastal environments as well as how these issues impact on coastal management.


• Your studies will see you graduate with an understanding of coastal and marine processes, and practical management strategies for sustaining coastal and marine environments.

• Participate in project work, field exercises and practical challenges.

• Combine this area of study with others such as biology and hydrology to broaden your employment possibilities.



• coastal and estuary officer • coastal manager/planner• coastal ocean modeller • coastal programs officer • marine planning project officer • oceanographic officer.


• Cardno• CSIRO• Bureau of Meteorology• Department of Environment and Water • South Australian Research and Development Institute.

• As new energy sources and new technologies emerge, new opportunities will open up in this exciting field. This degree prepares you to understand physics and materials at a deeper level, apply scientific principles in a materials context, appreciate experiment design and execution, and use scientific instruments commonly used in physics and materials.

• Use your maths ability as a language for physics and applications of materials.

• Operate scientific instruments commonly used in physics and materials.

• Retrieve and present information about physics in a scientific manner, including communicating effectively with a variety of audiences.

• The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workplace through the opportunity of a professional placement in your third year.



• fibre optics designer • electronic device developer • focused ion-beam scientist • electronics technologist electronics engineer • process validation group scientist.


• Defence Science and Technology Group• ANSTO• CSIRO• Department of Industry, Innovation and Science• BAE Systems.

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234521


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234541


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Biotechnology)

4 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234231


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

* SACE stage two chemistry plus specialist mathematics, mathematical methods or equivalent.

** Knowledge of SACE stage two physics or equivalent is assumed.


Bachelor of Science (Chemical Sciences)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234381


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

PREREQUISITES Yes*

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

Yes**

SATAC CODE 234871


95.00


95.00

TAFELINK NA

ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Chemical Sciences)

4 PT

Bachelor of Science (Honours)(Chemical Sciences)/Master ofEngineering (Materials)

5 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234251


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Coasts and Oceans)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234401


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Coasts and Oceans)

4 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

Yes*

SATAC CODE 234261


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

* Knowledge of SACE stage two mathematical methods and physics or equivalent is assumed.


Bachelor of Science (Energy and Advanced Materials)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

Yes*

SATAC CODE 234411


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Energy and Advanced Materials)

4 PT




The degree is underpinned by knowledge in entrepreneurial and corporate biotechnology.

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Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science)

Bachelor of Science (Forensic and Analytical Science)

Passionate about the environment? Combine science disciplines and gain a career for a more sustainable future.

Work towards a fascinating career using chemistry and biology to analyse evidence, help investigate crime and contribute to justice.

This degree focuses on understanding, monitoring and improving the environment. Expand your knowledge, obtain hands-on practical skills and learn critical thinking about environmental issues and problems.

Undertake one of two streams. Forensic and analytical chemistry combines the practices of analytical chemistry and forensic investigation. Forensic biology uses aspects of life sciences to examine biological material in a forensic context. • Graduate prepared to work as a

professional in one of the most exciting areas of modern science.

• Environmental careers are in demand (Labour Market Information Portal 2018 Occupational Projections – five years to May 2023)

• Examine how natural processes and their changes impact human society, and how human activities interact with and modify environments.

• Understand the components of the earth system: atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and geosphere.

• There are opportunities to take your studies overseas through internships and short-term study abroad programs.

• Study the global interactions between water and ecosystems, human and environment, geology and mining, dryland and salinity.

• Explore connections of Australia and the globe via oceans and the atmosphere, and interactions of society and environment via water and ecosystems.



• environmental scientist• environment protection officer• water policy officer• environmental education officer• environmental scientist• environment sustainability adviser• environmental project manager.


• Murray-Darling Basin Authority• Department of Environment and Water• Bureau of Meteorology• Environment Protection Authority• SA Water• city councils• mining industry such as Rio Tinto• consulting firms such as Jacobs• research institutes such as CSIRO.

• Get hands-on experience during laboratory practicals and learn how forensic technologies are applied to real-life cases.

• Your degree opens career options in areas such as illicit drug testing, DNA analysis, trace evidence examination and toxicology.

• This degree has strong links with Forensic Science South Australia and other agencies and researchers around the world.

• You’ll be able to access research facilities among Australia’s best.

• Undertake research in the field.

• There are opportunities to take your studies overseas with a student exchange program.



• forensic chemist, forensic biologist or forensic toxicologist • analytical chemist • forensic technical assistant • formulation chemist • graduate chemist.


• Forensic Science SA • Australian Federal Police • Defence Science and Technology Group • Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine.




PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234271


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234421


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Environmental Science)

4 PT

PREREQUISITES Yes*

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234281


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234171


60.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

* SACE stage two chemistry or equivalent.


Bachelor of Science (Forensic and Analytical Science)

3 PT

Bachelor of Science (Forensic and Analytical Science)Pathway

1 PT

PREREQUISITES Yes*

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234431


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Forensic and Analytical Science)

4 PT

“Choosing Flinders gave me an opportunity to study forensics in a broad way by covering laboratory vs field options and biological vs chemical forensics for future pathways. I feel confident knowing that my teaching staff have my best interest at heart and I can meet with them if I have any questions to gain clarity in lecture and assessment content. This ensures my own goals are met and I get the best outcome for my end of semester results. The campus has beautifully set up study areas that were designed around human interaction that people can immediately feel comfortable in. Flinders fulfills all my expectations and checks all my boxes.”Gabrielle Ziersch, Bachelor of Science (Forensic and Analytical Science)

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Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology)

Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology and Aquaculture)

Dive deep into a career exploring the living marine world. Apply the science of sea life to the business of aquaculture.

The range of specialty areas and career opportunities in marine biology is expansive.

Combine studies in aquacultural production technologies and business skills with scientific study of the diversity of life in the sea. This double specialisation will equip you to take up positions in either the research or applied science sectors.

• There are marine biologists who study the behaviour and physiology of marine animals or the growth of algae and seagrasses. Some adopt a larger perspective and study the dynamics of marine populations and communities or how entire marine ecosystems function.

• Get a broad understanding of the biology of marine organisms, their relationships with the physico- chemical marine environment, and their potential responses to changes.

• Gain extensive knowledge in marine biodiversity, ecology, genetics, conservation, fisheries and related areas, and build transferable skills.

• Learn from internationally eminent marine biologists and oceanographers.

• Participate in marine-based fieldwork, including field trips to different marine bio-regions.

• Study in our new state-of the-art Animal Biodiversity and Conservation Facility to be completed in 2021.



• fisheries scientist• marine biologist • marine and coastal community education officer • marine parks manager• marine parks scientist• marine policy officer• oceans science project officer.


• Australian Institute of Marine Science• Department of Environment and Water• Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority• Kangaroo Island Natural Resources Board• oil and gas companies• South Australian Research and Development Institute.


• Gain a double specialisation in marine biology and aquaculture in just three years.

• Make the beach and ocean your classroom and get hands-on experience during fieldtrips.

• Acquire extensive knowledge in marine biodiversity, ecology, genetics, conservation, fisheries and related areas.

• Develop practical and theoretical skills for a career in the aquaculture industry.



• aquaculture development officer/consultant • fisheries management officer • policy officer, invasive marine species program • fisheries biologist • fisheries research assistant.


• Department of Agriculture and Water Resources• Australian Fisheries Management Authority• Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority• Primary Industries and Regions SA• Australian Institute of Marine Science.




PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234301


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234451


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Marine Biology)

4 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234311


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology and Aquaculture)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234461


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Marine Biology and Aquaculture)

4 PT

Bachelor of Science (Geography)

Bachelor of Science (Hydrology)

Learn about the world from a variety of angles and turn that knowledge into a rewarding career.

Investigate the driving force of all nature.

Geography graduates have skills and attributes that make them highly employable in a great variety of fields across both government and non-government sectors in Australia and overseas.

Work towards a career investigating the science of water movement in the atmosphere, surface systems and aquifers.

• You’ll gain a broad foundation in geography, in a degree offering a powerful mix of interdisciplinary skills to solve a range of real-world problems.


• Investigate the dynamic relationships between humans, their cultures and environments, and cover a range of contemporary issues including social and environmental justice, and the efficient, equitable and sustainable use of resources.

• Learn from our large, research- productive and community- engaged group of geographers.

• Gain an understanding of complex environmental, economic, social and political concepts.

• Undertake a negotiated project based on your interests, such as a literature study, field or laboratory investigation, modelling or data analysis study or an industry or simulated Work Integrated Learning assignment.



• policy project officer• community education officer• environmental stewardship coordinator • research administration officer • land resource information officer.


• Department of Environment and Water • Department of Primary Industries and Regions SA• CSIRO• SA Water• Linfox.

• The degree includes cross-disciplinary aspects such as water quality, ecological water requirements, field and computer-based methods of investigation and management practices. Solve hydrological problems and real-world issues associated with people and the environment.


• Learn with the National Centre for Groundwater Research and Training, Australia’s premier groundwater research group.

• You’ll be taught by lecturers at the forefront of research in this field, including Professor Craig Simmons, 2015 SA Scientist of the Year.

• Undertake a broad study of hydrology or choose to focus on specific aspects such as groundwater or ecohydrology.

• Gain practical experience that prepares you for the workplace through placements, field work and industry projects.



• hydrologist • graduate environmental scientist (water science) • groundwater hydrologist • hydrological data officer • environmental officer.


• Department of Environment and Water• Consulting companies such as CDM Smith, Golder Associates, Jacobs• SA Water• CSIRO• city councils• Murray-Darling Basin Authority• Environmental Protection Authority.

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234911


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Geography)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234921


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Geography)

4 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234291


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes


Bachelor of Science (Hydrology)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234441


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Hydrology)

4 PT

2019 Academic Ranking of World Universities - Water Resources

RANKED 14TH IN THE WORLD FOR WATER

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Bachelor of Science (Palaeontology) Bachelor of Science (Physics) Turn your passion into a career with Australia’s only palaeontology degree.

Master the enabling science that will help prepare you for a technical career.

Gain the tools necessary for palaeontological careers anywhere in the world, such as working in a museum, evolutionary studies, fieldwork, ecological/environmental research, teaching or science communication.

Gain a solid foundation in physics and mathematics, and acquire extensive knowledge in the area. You will learn to understand physics at a deeper level, apply scientific principles in a physics context and understand the role of physics in society.• Study the first and only

named palaeontology degree in Australasia.

• Learn in our purpose-built palaeontology laboratories.

• Combine specialist palaeontology study with biodiversity and conservation, animal behaviour, visual arts, earth and environmental science, and biostatistics.

• Learn about the key stages in the history of vertebrates, including the transition to living on land and how environmental changes have shaped the evolution of the modern Australian fauna.

• Examine the anatomy and behavioural characteristics of vertebrates through time to gain a better understanding of how they moved, what they ate and how they reproduced.

• Understand how the fossil record helps us resolve important patterns in human evolution and why we are the only species of human left on the planet.



• museum curator or collection manager• university or museum researcher• interpretation/education officer• technical officer• fossil preparator• scientific consultant• palaeo artist.


• universities (researcher/teacher)• museums (curator/collections manager)• science media agencies.

• Use your mathematical ability as a language for physics.• Develop an intuitive knowledge of physics principles.• Operate the scientific instruments commonly used in physics.• Retrieve and present information about physics in a scientific manner, including communicating effectively with a variety of audiences.• Gain practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.• The degree is designed to be accredited by the Australian Institute of Physics.



• graduate physicist• defence scientist• research scientist in sonar systems• scientific officer, teacher• NASA intern• junior quantitative researcher – systematic trading strategies.


• Defence Science and Technology Group • ANSTO • CSIRO • Cochlear• Tibra Capital • Department of Industry, Innovation and Science• university and research

organisations.




PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 224061


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Palaeontology)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

Yes*

SATAC CODE 234341


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

* Knowledge of SACE stage two physics and mathematical methods or equivalent is assumed.


Bachelor of Science (Physics)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

Yes*

SATAC CODE 234491


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 224051


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Physics)

4 PT

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Palaeontology)

4 PT

Bachelor of Science (Molecular Biosciences)

Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology)

Understand and manipulate the building blocks of life. Start a career in the ‘industrial revolution of the 21st century’.

Gain a broad foundation in molecular bioscience together with extensive subject knowledge in specialised topics such as molecular biology, biochemistry and microbiology. Practicals help you graduate job-ready and enable you to master a diverse set of laboratory skills that can be applied to many of today’s most crucial scientific problems.

Equip yourself to be part of the exciting world of nanotechnology. The degree provides you with a background in physics, chemistry and biology, complemented by insights into business, enterprise management, commerce, and legal issues such as intellectual property – all vital components for scientists working in business and industry.

There are many opportunities for graduates who wish to work in a commercial environment.


• Gives you the flexibility to tailor your degree to suit your interests and aspirations.

• Has applications in medicine, agriculture, forensic science and the environment.

• Get hands-on experience in our laboratories.

• Develop molecular, biochemical and microbiological skills through experiments.

• Undertake professional placements and research projects as electives.



• molecular scientist • molecular microbiologist • clinical research associate • cytometry technical specialist • biostatistician.


• SAHMRI• Australian Genome Research Facility Ltd• Genomics for Life• SA Health• The Australian Wine Research Institute.

• Join the first Australian university to offer an undergraduate degree in nanotechnology.• Learn from highly awarded, leading researchers.• Experience state-of-the art research facilities and instruments.• Get hands-on laboratory experience.• Develop skills working on real- world industry-funded projects and experiments.


The critical thinking and hands-on experience will prepare you for employment in a broad range of material-science oriented roles, especially:

• nanofabrication technologist• nanomaterial scientific officer• nanosystems research assistant• nanosystems scientist• microengineering process development officer.


• BioSystems• CSIRO• defence industry• medical technology• renewable energy technology• computer technology• Defence Science and Technology Organisation• Nanomics• Nokia.

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234321


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

See the inside back cover for more information on your admission pathways, opportunities to enhance your degree, and how to apply.

Bachelor of Science (Molecular Biosciences)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234471


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Molecular Biosciences)

4 PT

PREREQUISITES Yes*

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234331


70.00


70.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

* Biomedical nanotechnology: SACE stage two chemistry or equivalent.

* Quantum nanostructures: SACE stage two chemistry, physics and mathematical methods or equivalent.


Bachelor of Science (Nanotechnology)

3 PT

PREREQUISITES Yes*

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 234481


80.00


80.00


ADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Nanotechnology)

4 PT

1514

Discover what science and the arts have to offer each other.

Gain a sound understanding of both the arts and the sciences. This degree provides the broadest range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary studies from across the University, with majors available from creative arts, humanities, law, science, mathematics, computing, and social and behavioural sciences.

If you are a high-achieving student who is sure of your choice of a teaching career, the Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching (Secondary) will equip you with all the necessary skills to become a registered secondary school teacher, and the foundation skills required to effectively teach subjects which draw on mathematics, science or technology.

YEARS FULL-TIME 3

PREREQUISITES None

ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE None

SATAC CODE 234011


70.00


75.00

YEARS FULL-TIME 5

PREREQUISITES None


SATAC CODE 234781


90.00


95.00

Bachelor of Arts and Science

Bachelor of Science/Master of Teaching (Secondary)

YEARS FULL-TIME 4

PREREQUISITES None


SATAC CODE 214871


70.00


90.00

Understand the effects of environmental factors on human health.

Qualify to practise as an environmental health officer and develop the knowledge required to promote community understanding of environmental health issues. The degree prepares you to integrate the many disciplines that make up environmental health, including public health, to improve the health of communities.

Bachelor of Health Sciences/Graduate Diploma in Environmental Health Practice

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Bachelor of Mathematical SciencesMaster mathematics to solve real-world problems.

Mathematics is the foundation of many industries. Demand for mathematics graduates is particularly strong in areas including science, engineering, technology and business, and in areas as diverse as linguistics and health. Your skills and knowledge of mathematics could lead to a challenging, long-term career.

In this degree, you’ll gain a foundation in the principles and techniques of modern mathematics, and learn how to apply these skills to solve today’s problems. The degree is designed to produce industry-focused graduates who are in demand in a range of careers that use mathematics.

• Your studies will focus on both pure and applied mathematics and statistics.

• You can choose topics in other disciplines that use applied mathematics, such as medicine, business, physics and the environment.

• You’ll develop advanced research, communication and technical skills.

• Focus on advanced pure and applied mathematics in our Mathematical Sciences Laboratory.

• The degree is designed to exceed the Australian Mathematical Society’s accreditation standards.

• Join the university that produced Australia’s Fields Medal winner, Professor Terence Tao.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Your degree is the first step towards a range of employment opportunities, including:

• credit bureau analyst• data and analytics officer• consultant – data analytics• quantitative assistant trader• consumer research executive.


• Mercer• Bureau of Meteorology• Australian Bureau of Statistics• The Nielsen Company (Australia)• Australian Securities and Investments Commission.

PREREQUISITES Yes*ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 2246312020 MINIMUM SELECTION RANK

70.00


70.00

TAFELINK Cert IV or aboveADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

PREREQUISITES Yes*ASSUMED KNOWLEDGE

None

SATAC CODE 2246412020 MINIMUM SELECTION RANK

80.00


80.00

TAFELINK Diploma or aboveADJUSTMENT FACTORS

Yes

* SACE stage two specialist mathematics or mathematical methods or equivalent.


Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences (Honours)

4 PT

Bachelor of Mathematical Sciences

3 PT



Combining your degree with a qualification in another discipline will help you develop specialised abilities to stand out from the pack. Studying a combined degree at Flinders is the key to enhancing your career opportunities.

For a full list of combined degree options flinders.edu.au/combineddegrees

Combined degreesExplore your interests and unlock more career opportunities by combining degrees.


Transition to university

Starting at university is a big step; let’s make it easier.

The Transition Office can help make your shift into university study as smooth as possible, and the Student Learning Centre provides a range of services from writing and mathematics support to assistance with study and time-management skills.

Work Integrated Learning

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) enables you to gain work experience while you study.

Flinders aims to provide each and every student with access to a WIL opportunity during their studies through placements, practicums, field studies, and simulated workplace settings and assessment activities.

Scholarships

Flinders University offers over 550 undergraduate scholarships, worth $2.2m in total. A generous range of scholarships is available to new and continuing undergraduate students.

Flinders Connect

Flinders Connect can help with everything from enrolment and fees to exams and graduation.

You can also access Flinders Connect for specialist services in admissions, careers and IT help. A range of support services is also available.

Flinders University Student Association (FUSA)

Flinders has a long history of active student involvement.

The Flinders University Student Association (FUSA) continues that tradition, and represents the rights and interests of students. FUSA manages social events, non-sporting clubs and societies, the student publication Empire Times, and helps with academic, administrative and welfare issues.

Careers & Employability Service

The Careers and Employability Service helps give you the edge in your career.

CareerHub, our online employment portal, is more than a service to help you prepare for and find the job you want. It offers personalised job opportunities, career planning, programs to help you broaden your skills and experience, access to employer events and career-related resources.

Whatever you are studying, CareerHub can help you find your direction and start your career.

We’re here to helpWhatever you decide to study at Flinders, we’re always here to help you succeed.

Careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very dif ferent from today.That’s why we offer a suite of innovation and enterprise electives and courses to prepare you for the careers of tomorrow. Powered by Flinders’ New Venture Institute, these electives will help you to develop the ‘personal enterprise skills’ that employers are looking for, and equip you with the ability to adapt to whatever life throws at you, personally and professionally.

Find out more

flinders.edu.au/innovation

INNOVATION & ENTERPRISE

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Applicants need to apply through the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC): satac.edu.auTo find out more about your admission pathways to Flinders, visit: flinders.edu.au/pathways

How do I apply? This is FlindersFlinders’ huge main campus features an award-winning hub and plaza, with retail, food outlets and a state-of-the-art sport and fitness centre. Take a virtual tour of Flinders University and explore our amazing locations. It’s the next best thing to being here! flinders.edu.au/vr

GLENELG & BEACH (11 mins)

ADELAIDE CBD (23 mins)MARION SHOPPING

CENTRE (11 mins)

Bedford Park skyline

Flinders Victoria Square is within walking distance of restaurants, cafés

and public transportFlinders’ Tonsley campus: a $120m centre of innovation

Student Hub & Plaza

Open 24/7, the award-winning Hub and Plaza brings the best of coffee and street food culture to the heart of the Bedford Park campus, with retail options, innovative study spaces and free wi-fi access.

Food & Drink

You’ll never go hungry at Bedford Park, with a wide variety of food outlets.

Retail

Bedford Park features a range of retail outlets.

KeyStudent Hub & Plaza

Sturt Campus

Victoria Square

Tonsley

Flinders Medical Centre

Flinders Living

Central Library

Playing fields

Bedford Park and Tonsley campus

Loop buses Flinders campus loop: 16 minutes Tonsley loop to Bedford Park: 15 minutes

Tonsley train line (50 minutes to CBD)

ADMISSION PATHWAYS

At Flinders, we recognise that every prospective student is an individual and that what works for one might not be right for another.

That’s why we provide various admission pathways into Flinders University and your preferred degree. You’re encouraged to explore your options and find the entry path that’s right for you.

Year 12 entry

The majority of Year 12 applicants enter university via the traditional competitive entry method, where offers are made to eligible applicants with the highest selection rank until all places in the degree are filled. Your selection rank is used by Flinders to assess your admission to a course, and is based on your ATAR plus any adjustment factors for which you are eligible. The 2020 Minimum Selection Rank is the minimum selection rank required for consideration to enter in the next intake. The 2020 selection rank indicates the lowest rank for which an offer was made to an applicant in that degree for the previous year (including any adjustment factors). This selection rank is provided only as a guide for 2021 entry, as it may change from year to year.

Adjustment factors

Adjustment factors (formerly referred to as bonus points) may be used in combination with your ATAR to derive your course selection rank. Adjustment factors may be available for South Australian Year 12 students applying for entry to Flinders in 2021: the SA Universities Equity Scheme (UES) and the SA Language, Literacy and Mathematics Bonus Scheme (LLM).

Guaranteed entry selection rank

Achieve a selection rank equal to or above the published guaranteed entry selection rank and you’ll be guaranteed a place at Flinders. All you need to do is ensure you have listed Flinders degrees first in your preferences and you will be offered a place in the highest Flinders degree preference that you are eligible for in 2021.

uniTEST

If you’re a school leaver, uniTEST is your chance to increase your options to gain a place in your preferred degree. uniTEST is designed for school leavers and complements existing selection criteria by enhancing your overall selection rank.

Foundation Studies

The Foundation Studies program has been designed to introduce you to university study in a supportive learning environment. Open to people from all backgrounds, Foundation Studies provides a pathway to gain entry to most degrees at Flinders and offers guaranteed entry into some degrees.

TAFElink

Flinders offers guaranteed entry to selected degrees for applicants who have completed a TAFE/VET certificate IV or higher-level qualification, as long as degree prerequisites are met. Importantly, your TAFE/VET qualification does not need to be related to your selected area of study at Flinders.

TAFE SA dual offers

You can apply for a TAFE SA (RTO code: 41026) diploma or advanced diploma that is linked to a Flinders degree. You’ll receive an offer to both TAFE SA and Flinders University and, on successful completion of the TAFE course, you’ll have secured an offer for a Flinders degree. TAFE SA dual offers are available for a range of Flinders degrees.

Adult entry

The adult entry scheme enables people aged 18 years and over to apply to study at Flinders via the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Applications are made via SATAC.

Tertiary transfer

If you have completed at least one semester of full-time equivalent study at university, you may be able to transfer to study at Flinders University using your grade point average (GPA).

BACHELOR OF GENERAL STUDIES

The Bachelor of General Studies (SATAC code: 234181) is a flexible degree that provides a sound basis of knowledge in an area of your choice. It is designed to prepare you with communication skills, a firm grasp of ethics, and the confidence to make connections across geographical, disciplinary, social and cultural boundaries. Successful completion of the first year to the required standard also provides you with guaranteed entry into a range of our degrees.

Get more out of your degree

Whatever you’re studying, Flinders gives you the opportunity to do more with your degree to help you have a competitive edge when you graduate.

A combined degree is a combination of two Flinders bachelor degrees, meaning you will have two qualifications in just one to one-and-a-half years of extra study and undertake in-depth study in exciting combinations that aren’t usually available in single degrees.

The Bachelor of Letters is available to study alongside any degree at Flinders and enables you to graduate with two qualifications.

WHEN CAN I START?

Flinders offers two admissions cycles each year for undergraduate degrees.

Semester 1 – February start. Applications open in August for commencement the following year.

Semester 2* – July start. Mid-year applications open in August for commencement in July the following year.

*Not all degrees are offered for semester 2 entry. Check our midyear site for details: flinders.edu.au/midyear

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CONTACT US

Our friendly staff are available to answer your questions:1300 354 633 (local call cost) | [email protected] | flinders.edu.au/ask

International students should contact:+61 8 8201 2727 | flinders.edu.au/international | [email protected]

FLINDERS FOR SCIENCE

Every effort has been made to ensure the information in this brochure is accurate at the time of publication: March 2020. Flinders University reserves the right to alter any course or topic contained herein without prior notice. Alterations are reflected in the course information available on the University’s website. CRICOS No. 00114A

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