For most students the study workload involves a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials, laboratory or practical classes, fieldwork or work placements, and the all-important time for individual study. The number of academic sessions, for example lectures or tutorials, will vary according to your subjects. For the remainder of the time you will be expected to study independently. All students need to organise their time efficiently and develop good study habits. For additional details on what it is like to study at Flinders please look in our 2009 Undergraduate Course and Pocket guide.
UNIVERSITY LIFE Making the jump from school to University is a big decision. The first few weeks involve negotiating new routines and finding a balance between study and other commitments. If you have any queries or concerns regarding studying and transitioning to Flinders call the Transition Office on 8201 3121 or visit www.flinders.edu. au/getconnected. All Flinders students have access to a comprehensive range of student support services including: •
Start Smart. This program covers such topics as study skills including EXCELerate, a wide-ranging academic program designed to smooth your entry into academic life
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Disability Support - Flinders is committed to providing access and equity for students with disabilities. There is a dedicated Disability Liaison Officer to assist students when required Student loans and financial assistance
SCHOLARSHIPS Flinders University offers a wide range of scholarships to commencing undergraduate students from metropolitan areas. Scholarships range in value and duration depending on the criteria and provider. A full listing of scholarships can be found at the scholarships database; available from our website www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships
LOCATION Flinders University’s main campus is located in Bedford Park, just a short drive south of the Adelaide Central Business District. Students can choose to either drive, cycle or catch public transport to the campus. Many students also access the free Loop Bus, that runs around the campus and connects to the surrounding suburbs.
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ADMISSIONS/ PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS OFFICE Student Centre (next to the Alan Mitchell Sports Centre) Postal address: Admissions/Prospective Students Office, Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001 Telephone: (08) 201 3074 1300 657 671 (local call cost) Fax: (08) 8201 2580 Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au Website:www.flinders.edu.au
96 per cent of our students would recommend Flinders to a friend, colleague or family member**.
* Graduate Careers Australia Graduate Destinations Data 2006 ** Student Satisfaction Survey, released 2007. CRICOS Registered Provider Flinders University CRICOS Provider No. 00114A. The information contained in this publication is accurate at the time of publication: May 2008. Flinders University reserves the right to alter any course or topic contained herin without prior notice.
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STUDENT D T EQUAL EQUA QU ACCESS SS SCH SCHEME (SEAS) SC SEAS assists students from low socioeconomic backgrounds d in me m met metropolitan areas. Flinders allocates bonus points to eligible students. A SEAS school is where at least 25% of students are School Card holders. SEAS is open to secondary schools in the metropolitan area (defined by post codes between 5000 and 5199). Eligible schools are listed below Adelaide High School
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Seaview High School Smithfield Plains High School Southern Vales Christian St Aloysius Aloysius’ College St Colum Columba College Josephs High School St Josep ch ol St Paul’ Paul’s College e Tabor Christian Tabo tia College ollege Temple C Christian College Tem an Col ege The He Heights School ts Schoo ol Thebarton Senior College T bartton Seni ior Colle ege Thomas College homas More Co olle ege Torrens Christian Schooll To ens Valley Ch School Tyndale Christian Sch Underdale High School School Valley View Secondary Sc William Light R-12 S School Willunga illunga High School Vocational College Windsor Gardens dens Vocatio Wirreanda High gh School Woodville High School If you are studying at a SEAS sc school in scho metropolitan Adelaide, you for 4 u are eligible fo bonus points. You will automatically au uto om m lyy receive rece ve 4 bonus points added to yo your university nivers aggregate. Further information can be found ma d at www.flinders.edu.au/seas. www.flinders.edu.au/s . If you are not w n in a metropolitan school you may be eligible for our Rural and Isolated Students Access Scheme. Sche c e.
SCHOOL CHOOL O CARD/ CARD A D HEALTH H LTH CARE CAR RE EC CAR CARD A A further er 4 bonus po points oint are a available vailab e to all metropolitan year 12 students t in m ropolit Adelaide School C Card or H Health schools who are Schoo lth Care e receive these bonus Card holders. To receiv e th hese b onu points int
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OPEN O EN ACCESS ESS SU SUBJECTS JEC If you ar are studying one e or more Open Access/ Distance Year 12 level Dis tan Education subjects bjects at Yea will receive an additional bonus points you w dditional 2 bo automatically. au y.
SCIENCE NCE A AND ND MATHEMATICS BONUS HEMA POINTS SCHEME OINTS S S ie Science ence and Mat e Mathematics Bonus points are allocated to sstudents studying selected Science and Mathematics subjects in Scie Year 12 who apply for entry to a Science or Engineering degree at Flinders. Courses for which the Science and Mathematics bonus points apply: M Aquaculture A Biodiversity & Conservation B ve e Biotechnology (Honours) Computer Science Computing ting and Digital Media Ecotourism touri Education • Junior Primary/Primary/ Bachelor of Science S • Middle School/Bachelor of Science • Secondary/Bachelor of Science
Engineering • Biomedical • Biomedical/M Engineering (Biomedical) • Computer Systems • Electronics • Robotics • Robotics/M Engineering (Smart Instrumentation) • Software Engineering Science Environmental Science Forensic & Analytical Chemistry Information Technology Marine Biology Medical Science Medicinal Chemistry Nanotechnology (Honours) Science Science (Honours)
Subject Applicability Applicants who have undertaken, and have achieved a passing score in, the following subjects in stage 2 of their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), International Baccalaureate or interstate equivalent are eligible for the Science and Maths bonus points: • Biology • Chemistry • Mathematical Studies • Physics • Specialist Mathematics. Applicants will have two bonus points per eligible subject automatically added to their University Aggregate by SATAC.
MAXIMUM NUMBER OF BONUS POINTS The maximum number of bonus points, inclusive of all Flinders access/bonus point schemes, available to applicants is 10.
Examples John has been studying at a SEAS School so is automatically allocated 4 bonus points. As he has studied Biology and Chemistry and is applying for the Bachelor of Science at Flinders he is awarded 4 more points. John will receive a total of 8 bonus points for any Science or Engineering based preference and a total of 4 bonus points for any non Science or Engineering based preference. Jane has not been studying at a SEAS school but holds a Health Care card making her eligible for 4 bonus points. Jane also studied an Open Access subject so is given 2 more bonus points. Jane will receive a total of 6 bonus points.
What is my adjusted TER? Bonus points are added to your university aggregate not your TER. Once you have received your results you will need to ring the Admissions/Prospective Students Office and they will be able to give you your adjusted TER.
HOW DO I APPLY? To apply for a course for semester 1 (January) 2009 entry you must lodge your application with the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC) by Tuesday 30 September 2008* via; www.satac.edu.au/uniweb. The normal processing fee for school leaver applicants is $15. The last day to change your preferences is Wednesday 7 January 2009. SATAC will make offers on behalf of the university on Thursday 15 January 2009. *Late applications may be considered but will be subject to a late application fee and may not be granted equal consideration. Please contact the Admissions/Prospective Students Office for further details.
HOW DO I DEFER MY OFFER? Applicants offered places in all undergraduate courses except the Bachelor of Creative Arts, Midwifery, Nutrition and Dietetics or Speech Pathology may defer their offer for 1 year. To defer your offer, simply follow the instructions provided in your offer information.
INDIGENOUS ADMISSIONS SCHEME Yunggorendi First Nations Centre for Higher Education and Research administers the Indigenous Admissions Scheme, as a pathway into Flinders. This scheme is recognition by Flinders University that
Indigenous Australians do not always have the opportunity to gain entry to university courses through traditional pathways. For further information visit www.flinders.edu.au/yunggorendi or phone (08) 8201 3033
ALTERNATIVE PATHWAYS If you have completed, or are about to complete, a TAFE/VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher, it can be used as the basis of your application to university. However, not all courses will accept TAFE/ VET awards for entry, so you need to check with our Admissions/ Prospective Students staff to identify if your qualification is competitive or suitable for admission into your preferred Flinders course. Flinders also offers a Foundation course as well as pathways for people over 21 via the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
OPEN DAYS In 2008 we will be holding our annual Course and Career Open Days on Friday August 15 between 12pm and 5pm and Sunday August 17 between 10am and 4pm. Open Day is a great opportunity to talk to our friendly staff about your study options, take part in a campus tour or attend an information session. For further information please visit www.flinders.edu.au/openday.