2015 PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL WORK

2015

PSYCHOLOGY AND

SOCIAL WORK

PSYCHOLOGY (HONOURS)

PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE

BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE (PSYCHOLOGY)

SOCIAL WORK

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WELCOME

Flinders University was

founded on the spirit

to “experiment and

experiment bravely”.

CONTENTS

At Flinders we produce graduates who are knowledgeable, who can communicate effectively, and who have the skills to connect across cultural, political, social and geographic boundaries to tackle major challenges. Flinders University’s main campus is located at Bedford Park; however, our geographical footprint extends to the Northern Territory, where we now offer our Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, overseas and to a number of regional areas in South Australia and Victoria. We hope that students will find that studying at Flinders enriches their life experiences and broadens their cultural understanding and professional outlook. With our diverse international campus community, students can form networks and lasting friendships that span the globe.

Flinders is committed to building supportive communities and striving for environmental excellence by being socially responsible and outwardly engaged with those around us.

Professor Michael Barber Vice-Chancellor and President

Our commitment to invest in Tonsley Park is a perfect example of this. Due to open in 2015, our new presence at Tonsley will not only provide state-of-the-art facilities for students in computer science, engineering and mathematics, but will play a significant role in the economic transformation of southern Adelaide.

Our new Student Hub will be the vibrant heart of Flinders University – and will be both physical and virtual in structure. The hub building will include a student lounge and project spaces, incorporating the latest technology. Students will also be able to access the “virtual” hub via their own devices, whether it is a smartphone, tablet or computer. Our vision for our new Student Hub is to enhance the student experience by delivering state-of-the-art facilities for students and create an inspirational space for our students to learn, relax and socialise.

A Flinders qualification opens many doors. It gives you an opportunity to learn about things that interest you, prepares you for the career of your choice and gives you the skills you need throughout your working life. Whatever your background, we are confident you will find Flinders University an inspiring and vibrant place in which to learn, study and shape your future. We look forward to welcoming you to the University.

WHY CHOOSE

FLINDERS?

Flinders University

represents a world

of new possibilities.

Your journey

starts here.

Reputation

Flinders has a strong reputation both locally and internationally. We are ranked as one of the world’s top 400 universities in the Shanghai Jiao Academic Ranking of World Universities (2013) and are ranked 71 in the top 100 universities under 50 years in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (2013).

Teaching quality

Academic excellence at Flinders is reflected by the way our staff engage with our students and in the way our teachers are connected to the current issues in their discipline. Our staff are recognised and awarded internationally for their passion and dedication to teaching and to the journey of their students. Our students are encouraged to question, challenge and think beyond the limits of convention.

Research

We are renowned for our world-class research and innovation. We draw on expertise across disciplines and collaborate across boundaries so that we can make a positive contribution to resolving society’s most challenging issues.

Industry connected

Through our strong connections with industry at a local, national and international level, we know what employers are looking for both now and into the future. Our work-integrated learning combines academic and career related activities designed to make our graduates job-ready. Flinders students are also able to make industry connections and enhance their skills and experience through workplace and internship programs in Australia, Asia and overseas.

Student support

Flinders genuinely cares about our students and their wellbeing. Staff are available to assist students with many services – whether it is to settle into uni life or answer questions about their studies. Services include an extensive library, childcare, disability support, health and counselling, gym, student learning centre, mentoring programs, career development and an employment service. Computing support and access to online course materials and resources are at your fingertips.

Community

At the heart of Flinders University is our commitment to social justice and human wellbeing. Flinders engages with our communities to enhance the social, cultural and economic lives of the regions we serve, in South Australia, the Northern Territory and across the world. Our Indigenous Engagement Plan reaffirms our commitment to working with our Indigenous communities.

Beautiful surrounds

Flinders is set amongst breathtaking surroundings with 360 degree views of the ocean and the city. Quiet courtyards, a tranquil lake and trees with lawns everywhere lift the spirit and provide a superb environment in which to learn and to relax.

PSYCHOLOGY

(HONOURS)

WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGY?

Psychology is the science of the mind and the systematic study of behaviour. Psychologists are interested in how we learn, think and interact with others, what motivates our actions, and the role personality and individual differences play in our behaviour. Psychologists work in private practice, industry, business, education, research, universities and the health industry.

ACCREDITATION

This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) which sets the standards for accreditation of Australian psychology programs. Full membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) requires an honours degree in psychology and an accredited postgraduate qualification, or two years of practical experience under a recognised supervision program.

STUDY PROGRAM

The program comprises a concentrated study of psychology including pre-professional subjects at third and fourth year.

In the first three years, almost two thirds of your program will be in psychology or related areas, with the remainder selected from other areas of the University. The compulsory honours year consists entirely of studies in psychology, including a major thesis. Entry to the honours year is conditional upon meeting minimum requirements in the first three years.

THIS COURSE…

> incorporates the honours-level training that is the minimum requirement for progression toward registration as a psychologist

> provides high-level training in both academic and professional areas > will prepare you for a range of positions

in clinical, educational, organisational or academic settings

> includes a placement providing practical experience in a psychological setting in third year

PSYCHOLOGY AT FLINDERS

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is one of the most popular degrees at Flinders and is in high demand. It provides high-level training in both academic and professional areas and is one of a few courses in Australia designed to maximise the proportion of psychology topics that can be studied, while also providing a variety of elective options.

This course is one of the few in Australia that offers practical placements in third year. These placements provide practical experience in psychological settings. The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is one of a range of undergraduate psychology courses at Flinders including the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology). Psychology is also available as a major in the Bachelor of Arts.

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGY (HONOURS)

Course length 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent, including honours

Prerequisites None. No assumed knowledge.

SATAC code 214321

2014 ATAR 95.00

Guaranteed entry ATAR NA

TAFElink NA

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honours year, you may apply to graduate with the Bachelor of Psychological Science. Topics include introductory psychology, research methods, cognition and learning, personality and social psychology, human development, interviewing and counselling, ethics and professional practice in psychology and a range of psychology electives.

Honours year

In the honours year you will undertake an honours thesis and core topics in research and practice in psychology, contemporary issues in psychology and applications of psychology.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) prepares you to work as a professional psychologist in clinical, education, organisation and academic settings. Note that registration as a professional psychologist requires an additional two years of training – eg Master of Psychology (Clinical), supervision by a registered psychologist, or equivalent.

Potential occupations include human sciences researcher, human resources consultant, graduate researcher, housing advisor, learning and development graduate officer, and assistant psychologist.

Potential employers include Australian Bureau of Statistics, De Poi Consulting, Healthcare Management Advisors, Colmar Brunton, Department for Correctional Services, and the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion. The Careers & Employer Liaison Centre provides a diverse range of career services to you during and after your degree. For more information on careers services and potential career opportunities available to graduates of this and other Flinders degrees go to: flinders.edu.au/careers

FURTHER STUDY

Further study options include Master of Psychology (Clinical), Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) and PhD (research).

“I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do after school but psychology appealed to me because of the breadth of topics offered. The most interesting aspect of psychology is that there are many sub-disciplines – developmental, cognitive, social, personality and health psychology to name a few. I was surprised at the range of real-world applications from improving eyewitness testimony to managing crowd behaviour at sporting events. I didn’t expect that I would be completely fascinated by so many different subjects.

I enjoyed the range of topics offered in psychology and the challenge of completing honours. I did feel out of my depth when I was developing my research project but it challenged me in a good way. It set me up for both my career and life in general by teaching me a certain way of thinking – an ability to ask questions and test ideas in a systematic way.

I’m now at the CSIRO, where I started as a research assistant before completing a PhD. The best way to describe my research is to say that I investigate how people make decisions about their food intake and identify strategies to help people make healthier choices. It is very exciting to be part of the vibrant research community at CSIRO.

Looking back, there’s no way I could have foreseen where I would be now in my career.”

Nadia Corsini

Flinders psychology graduate and behavioural scientist at CSIRO Food and Nutritional Sciences (Adelaide)

PSYCHOLOGICAL

SCIENCE

courses at Flinders including the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology). Psychology is also available as a major in the Bachelor of Arts.

WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGICAL

SCIENCE?

Psychological science is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour and their underlying mental processes. The systematic study of psychological science provides a scientific understanding of how and why people behave the way they do within different environmental and cultural contexts. Psychological science is a challenging and wide-ranging discipline, and while it is central in the development of knowledge about human behaviour, combined with a diversity of other disciplines, it leads to better understanding and is applicable to different practical settings. To underpin the scientific nature of the discipline, psychological science integrates both scientific research and applied practice.

ACCREDITATION

This course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) which sets the standards for accreditation of Australian psychology programs. Full membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) requires an honours degree in psychology and an accredited postgraduate qualification, or two years of practical experience under a recognised supervision program.

STUDY PROGRAM

The program of study comprises a major sequence in psychology with the freedom to take topics in other areas, or to choose

THIS COURSE…

> offers a psychology major with

considerable freedom to choose elective topics in your areas of interest

> is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council

> provides you with grounding in theory and practice in core areas of basic and applied psychology

> is a pathway to registration as a practising psychologist

PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE

AT FLINDERS

The Bachelor of Psychological Science enables you to complete a major in psychology but also have considerable freedom to choose elective topics in your areas of interest. This course is designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge in core areas such as human learning and memory, the brain, child development, ageing, personality, emotions, interpersonal relationships and mental health. First year introduces a range of areas such as social psychology, physiology and intelligence. Later years build on this foundation, with a selection of topics available that address areas such as forensic psychology, clinical psychology and neuropsychology, sleep disorders, body imaging, social justice and emotions. You will be provided with a grounding in both theory and practice in areas of basic and applied psychology as well as the skills to critically evaluate psychological literature and to apply psychology knowledge to real-world problems. Graduates are eligible to apply for accredited honours programs in psychology and to subsequently pursue higher degree studies or supervision towards registration as a psychologist.

The Bachelor of Psychological Science is one of a range of undergraduate psychology

BACHELOR OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SCIENCE

Course length 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent. 4 years with honours.

Prerequisites None. No assumed knowledge.

SATAC code 224651

2014 ATAR 70.20

Guaranteed entry ATAR 80.00

TAFElink Diploma or above

BONUS POINTS SEAS, RISAS

an additional minor or major sequence in a non-psychology area.

Topics cover areas such as introductory psychology, research methods, cognition and learning, personality and social psychology, applications of psychological science, and human development, as well as including a range of psychology electives, other discipline electives, and minors and majors from around the University.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

To register as a psychologist in South Australia, you must complete an honours program in psychology plus either two years of supervised experience or an approved qualification such as the Master of Psychology (Clinical).

Potential occupations include human resources consultant, youth worker, employment consultant, pathway support officer, child safety officer, and graduate market researcher.

Potential employers include Hutt Street Centre, The Nielsen Company (Australia) Anglicare, Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (DCSI), Defence Science and Technology Organisation, and CogState. The Careers & Employer Liaison Centre provides a diverse range of career services to you during and after your degree. For more information on careers services and potential career opportunities available to graduates of this and other Flinders degrees go to: flinders.edu.au/careers

FURTHER STUDY

Graduates are eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) or other nationally accredited psychology honours programs, which can lead further study or training to become a registered psychologist and/or senior research positions.

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BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE

(PSYCHOLOGY)

WHAT IS BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE

(PSYCHOLOGY)?

Behavioural science refers to a group of disciplines that study human behaviour in numerous social, political and cultural settings, including a range of contexts such as family and community, health, the marketplace, and international relationships. Psychology is a behavioural science and is the systematic study of behaviour: how we learn, think and interact with others, and what motivates our actions. While psychology has played a central part in the development of knowledge about human behaviour, other disciplines have also played a significant role. Over the last few decades, the linkages between psychology and other related fields have grown.

ACCREDITATION

The course is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC). If you wish to apply for registration to practise as a psychologist in Australia you must complete an honours year in psychology and either two years of supervised experience or a Master of Psychology degree or equivalent.

BACHELOR OF BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE (PSYCHOLOGY)

Course length 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent. 4 years with honours.

Prerequisites None. No assumed knowledge.

SATAC code 214051

2014 ATAR 70.30

Guaranteed entry ATAR 80.00

TAFElink Diploma or above

BONUS POINTS SEAS, RISAS

THIS COURSE…

> combines a nationally accredited major in psychology with a second major in a related discipline

> is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council

> gives you an understanding of how people think, feel and act

> teaches you skills such as negotiation, teamwork, behavioural analysis, report writing, research techniques and data analysis

> is a pathway to registration as a practising psychologist

BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE

(PSYCHOLOGY) AT FLINDERS

The Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) is an innovative course developed to link psychology with other disciplines involved in the study of human behaviour and experience. This degree will enable you to combine psychology with studies in another area of interest. You will acquire a breadth of knowledge and a repertoire of skills designed to make you an effective communicator and problem solver – both vital for career professionals. These include interpersonal and listening skills, teamwork, negotiating skills, behavioural analysis of problems and the evaluation of options, oral presentation, report writing, research techniques, data analysis, and computer applications. The Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) is one of a range of undergraduate psychology courses at Flinders including the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Bachelor of Psychological Science. Psychology is also available as a major in the Bachelor of Arts.

STUDY PROGRAM

The study program comprises a major sequence in psychology, which includes core topics in areas such as psychology, research methods, cognition and learning, personality and social psychology, human development, psychological assessment and measurement, and skills for behavioural scientists.

You will also complete a major sequence in your choice of one of the following twelve disciplines:

• artificial intelligence • biological sciences • criminal justice

• disability and community education • health studies

• legal studies • management • neuroscience • philosophy

• public policy studies • sociology

• women’s studies

You will also choose elective topics that could include an introduction to clinical psychology, lifespan development within a cultural perspective, advanced social psychology, applied cognitive psychology, clinical and health psychology and the psychobiology of sleep and cognition.

COMBINED DEGREES

You can combine the Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) with the following bachelor degrees: arts; computer science; laws and legal practice; laws and legal practice (honours); science (animal behaviour).

More information on the combined degree options for this course, including SATAC codes and course lengths, can be found by navigating to behavioural science (psychology) on our undergraduate courses page via: flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

To register as a psychologist in South Australia you must complete an honours program in psychology plus either two years of supervised experience or an approved qualification such as the Master of Psychology (Clinical).

Potential occupations include human resources consultant, youth worker, employment consultant, pathway support officer, child safety officer, and graduate market researcher.

Potential employers include Uniting Communities, Hutt Street Centre, De Poi Consulting, Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (DCSI), The Nielsen Company (Australia) Pty Ltd, and Department of Defence.

The Careers & Employer Liaison Centre provides a diverse range of career services to you during and after your degree. For more information on careers services and potential career opportunities available to graduates of this and other Flinders degrees go to: flinders.edu.au/careers

FURTHER STUDY

A Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Honours) in psychology is available, which can lead to further study or training to become a registered psychologist and/or senior research positions. Graduates are also eligible to apply for honours in their second major sequence.

“University is a maturing process. When it comes to the workforce, being responsible and self-motivated is a key part of a successful career.

The other part of my behavioural science degree at Flinders that helps me every day in my work with youth is the range of topics I studied. The flexibility of the course enabled me to make up my own study program with psychology as a base. I was able to tailor my studies to suit my choice of career. Being able to study topics as varied as sociology, philosophy and criminology allowed me to get different perspectives and ideas.

Understanding the basics of how people act, react and deal with trauma is critical to youth work. A lot of the young people I deal with are juvenile offenders and my studies in criminology really help me to understand them. You can really only help them if you find out the reason behind why they’re behaving that way. That’s what my behavioural science degree gave me.”

Reece Hammond

Flinders behavioural science graduate and Project Officer – GAP (Get-A-Place), Adelaide

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SOCIAL WORK

Graduates who choose to work as social workers will understand the policy and funding decisions which affect their daily activities. Those who move into policy and planning areas will know the impact of their decisions on people working in the field. This social work degree is recognised as academic preparation for admission to the Australian Association of Social Workers.

WHAT IS SOCIAL WORK?

Social work and social planning are applied disciplines that draw on many other fields. You will be exposed to ideas from sociology, politics, social work theory, human social development, social policy, organisational analysis, research methods and social planning. The fundamental aim of social work – to improve the quality of people’s lives – remains unchanged.

THIS COURSE…

> equips you to work as a social worker in a wide range of services including local, state and federal government, community based organisations and private service providers

> includes significant work placements with opportunities for placements overseas

> introduces you to ideas from a range of disciplines, including human rights and social development

> produces independent thinkers who can apply their knowledge and skills to a range of work related settings and be active in their role as global citizens

SOCIAL WORK AT FLINDERS

The Bachelor of Social Work at Flinders is designed to equip you to work in a wide range of areas related to the provision of health and social welfare services in modern society.

The course combines traditional social work skills with the broader issues of social policy and planning, providing expertise not just in the delivery of social services but also in the planning, development and monitoring of programs appropriate to current social conditions.

BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK

Course length 4 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Prerequisites None. No assumed knowledge.

SATAC code 224761

2014 ATAR 70.15

Guaranteed entry ATAR 80.00

TAFElink Diploma or above

STUDY PROGRAM

First year

In the first year you will be introduced to social planning, social work, democracy and government, geography, sociology, citizenship and mental health.

Second and third years

In the second and third years you are introduced to key social work practice topics, and will develop your skills and knowledge in these areas.

Fourth year

In fourth year the focus on social work practice continues with topics on social work and human rights, ethical issues and critical reflexivity, amongst others.

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE

The course gives you the opportunity to apply your professional studies in the real world. You will take two field placements totalling 1,000 hours and there are opportunities for overseas placements. Placements will give you time in an agency under professional supervision to integrate the skills, knowledge and values acquired in both the classroom and the field. Placement options include child protection, community health, hospital social work, counselling, research, social planning, aged care, social work with migrant groups, correctional services and many others. Field placements are taken in third and fourth years.

TAFE SA DUAL OFFERS

Entry via a TAFE SA dual offer pathway is also available for the Bachelor of Social Work. Successful applicants will receive an offer to both TAFE SA and Flinders. Progression to Flinders requires successful completion of the TAFE SA qualification. For more information go to:

flinders.edu.au/tafe

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Potential occupations include social worker, child protection practitioner, reunification social worker, therapeutic case worker, drug and alcohol counsellor, and community development policy officer.

Potential employers include ACCESS-OCAR Services, Department for Communities and Social Inclusion, Relationships Australia, Repatriation General Hospital, Uniting Communities, and Novita Children’s Services. The Careers & Employer Liaison Centre provides a diverse range of career services to you during and after your degree. For more information on careers services and potential career opportunities available to graduates of this and other Flinders degrees go to: flinders.edu.au/careers

FURTHER STUDY

Graduates of the Bachelor of Social Work receive one year of credit towards the Master of Social Work.

Further study options include Graduate Certificate in Loss, Grief And Trauma Counselling or Child Well-being And Protection, Master of Social Work, and research degrees such as Master Of Arts (Social Work) and Doctor of Philosophy.

Chelsea is a case manager for HYPA Housing, an initiative of Service to Youth Council. She works with 17-25 year olds who’ve experienced a transient lifestyle. Flinders University’s Bachelor of Social Work not only provides training in traditional social work, but gives students a thorough grounding in the broader issue of social planning. This bonus social planning knowledge has been of great value in Chelsea’s work with community involvement and neighbourhood

relationships. “It not only equips you to go into counselling, but allows you access to other areas, like council and community development.”

The variety of work placement at Flinders was appealing to Chelsea. “It’s excellent to have work experience while you’re still at uni. It gives you hands-on skills and then you get to mix these with the theoretical. It’s a good reflective practice.” Chelsea was grateful to have Flinders organise her final year placement at Street Link, as it culminated in an offer of employment.

Chelsea Hodge

Flinders social work graduate and case manager for HYPA Housing, Service to Youth Council (Adelaide)

TERMINOLOGY

Assumed knowledge: Some courses assume that you will have certain knowledge and skills from previous study (eg SACE).

ATAR: Australian Tertiary Admission Rank. Your ATAR is based on year 12 results and gives an indication of how well you have performed relative to other students applying for undergraduate study.

Bachelor degree: Normally a first tertiary-level degree – also known as an undergraduate degree.

Combined degrees: Two courses studied at the same time for which you receive two parchments upon successful completion, eg laws and legal practice/commerce. Cross-credit reduces the total time you study.

Double degrees: Two courses studied at the same time for which you receive one parchment upon successful completion, eg education/arts.

Elective/option topics: Topics in a study area of your interest which can be chosen in addition to core topics.

External student: A person undertaking all of their study online on either a full-time or a part-time basis.

Foundation studies: A preparation program designed to introduce you to university study in a supportive environment. The foundation studies program provides a pathway to gain entry at Flinders University upon successful completion.

GPA: Grade point average. Your GPA is a measure of your academic achievement at university based on your results for each topic studied.

Honours: A one-year degree involving both coursework and a research thesis generally undertaken after an undergraduate degree and before a postgraduate research degree.

IB: International Baccalaureate.

IB qualifications are recognised by Flinders for entry into undergraduate programs

Postgraduate course: A university course studied after completion of an undergraduate degree.

Prerequisite: Some courses require you to have completed specific subjects in your previous study (eg SACE).

SACE: South Australian Certificate of Education. The SACE is awarded to South Australian students who successfully complete year 12.

Semester: The academic year is divided into two semesters – usually late-February to mid-June, and late-July to November.

STAT: Special Tertiary Admissions Test. You are required to sit the STAT if entering Flinders via the Adult Entry Scheme. The test is designed to assess your ability to study at university.

Topic: A subject studied as part of a degree program. Core topics are compulsory subjects that form the basis of a study program.

Undergraduate degree: A first tertiary-level degree – also known as a bachelor degree.

Unit: Each topic is given a weighting in units. Flinders topics are weighted either at 4.5 units or 9 units. Full-time students normally complete 18 units each semester, or 36 units a year.

ENTRY OPTIONS

Competitive ATAR 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 ATARs until all places in the course are filled. The 2014 ATAR cut-offs for each course entry listed provide a guide for 2015 entry.

Guaranteed entry ATAR

Achieve an ATAR equal to or above the published guaranteed entry ATAR and you will be guaranteed a place at Flinders. All you need to do is ensure you have listed Flinders courses first in your preferences and you will be offered a place in the highest Flinders course preference that you are eligible for in 2015. More information can be found at:

flinders.edu.au/guaranteedatar Bonus points

Bonus points contribute to your ATAR when applying for Flinders University courses. Flinders offers a variety of bonus point access schemes, including: Student Equal Access Scheme (SEAS), Rural and Isolated Student Access Scheme (RISAS), Science and Maths Bonus Points Scheme, and the Languages Other Than English (LOTE) Bonus Points Scheme. Find out more at: flinders.edu.au/bonuspoints TAFElink

Flinders offers guaranteed entry to selected courses for applicants who have completed a TAFE/VET certificate IV or higher level qualification, so long as course prerequisites are met.

Importantly, your TAFE/VET qualification does not need to be related to your selected area of study at Flinders. All you need to do is decide which course you wish to study and apply through SATAC.

Holders of many TAFE/VET awards can also receive credit for their studies. More information is available at:

flinders.edu.au/tafelink

HOW TO APPLY

Flinders offers two admissions cycles each year for undergraduate courses.

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. Applicants need to apply through the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC): satac.edu.au

*Not all courses are offered for semester 2 entry.

ENHANCE YOUR DEGREE

Diploma in Language

Flinders offers you the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide you with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to your qualifications. You will complete a total of one extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. The Diploma in Language is only available in combination with another undergraduate course at Flinders. You can apply direct to the University for the diploma once you enrol in your undergraduate course at Flinders. Languages available for study at Flinders are Chinese, French, Indonesian, Italian, Modern Greek and Spanish.

ENTRY PATHWAYS TO FLINDERS

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 entry pathways into Flinders University and your preferred course.

The diagram on the back cover is only to be used as a guide and you are encouraged to visit flinders.edu.au/pathwayswhere you can explore your options and find the entry path that’s right for you.

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T: +61 8 8201 2727 F: +61 8 8201 3177 flinders.edu.au/international

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