Flinders University, commonly referred to as simply Flinders, is a public university in Adelaide, South Australia.Founded in 1966, it was named in honour of navigator Matthew Flinders, who explored and surveyed the South Australian coastline in the early 19th century.Flinders is ranked in the top 300 universities worldwide and we have a vibrant community of international students from over 90 countries
Location & Facilities
The University's main campus is in the Adelaide inner southern suburb of Bedford Park, about 12 km south of the Adelaide city centre. The University also has a presence in Victoria Square in the centre of the city, and Tonsley. It also maintains a number of external teaching facilities in regional South Australia, south-west Victoria and the Northern Territory. International students make up 10% of the on-campus student population and a number of offshore programmes are also offered, primarily in the Asia-Pacific region.
Studying at Flinders University offers you an outstanding education in one of the world’s most liveable cities. Flinders courses combine academic excellence with industry experience, providing you with the skills you need to succeed in your career.
The Flinders International Student Service team can help with information about planning your arrival, visa requirements, accommodation, orientation and more.
The following activities should serve as a checklist for commencing international students.
- Flinders International Student Orientation (FISO)
- ISS Tours
- Faculty and Course specific Orientation
- University Wide Orientation
- Academic Orientation
- Accommodation Briefing Session
- Flinders International Student Welcome Lunch
- Pre-Orientation Tips