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COURSE GUIDE
U N D ERG RAD UATE D EG REES / 2019
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Contents
03 Welcome 22 Services and support
04 Careers 24 Accommodation
09 Industry connections 28 Study areas
11 Research 74 Course index
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Adelaide
Our locations
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Applying to Flinders
Terminology
No. 1 in Australia
19 Campus experience for student support
International Student Barometer 2016
(overall support benchmark)
Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 1
FIVE
Five stars for learning
resources, student-staff ratio
and skills development
The Good Universities Guide 2018
STARS
2,486 25,471 98,190
staff students alumni in 117
countries
4,815 3,287 1,529 We are delighted that
you’re considering
Flinders University to
As a Flinders international student, you’ll receive a world-class education that will equip you
to achieve all you aspire to, wherever in the world that may be.
From day one, Flinders University encourages you to explore new ideas and discover what
international onshore offshore
inspires you.
begin your exciting We’re constantly creating an environment rich with possibilities, where your ambitions are
supported and sustained.
students from more international international journey of studying in
Australia.
Relevant, real-world research drives what you learn in the classroom, and our strong
industry links give you the experience that can accelerate your career. Flinders lecturers
than 90 countries students students and academics are leaders in their fields, dedicated to helping you reach your potential.
Flinders has a diverse community of students from more than 90 countries, and values
the global perspective that you and your peers bring. That global focal point is further
reinforced by our strong links with universities and research institutions worldwide.
Staff, student and enrolment numbers are preliminary figures based on 2017 data and subject to change.
When you choose Flinders, you’re choosing outstanding student support networks,
modern study resources, and lecturers who genuinely care about your learning. We give
you the confidence to grow, learn and have an extraordinary university experience.
Flinders has produced 5 Join a global community and Established in 1966 on the lands We look forward to welcoming you to Australia and Flinders University, where you can
achieve the extraordinary.
Rhodes scholars (1986, 2000, make friends with people from of the Kaurna nation.
2001, 2010, 2017). all around the world.
Our namesake is British navigator
Study at South Australia’s most Flinders is the only university and cartographer Matthew Professor Colin Stirling
spectacular natural campus. in Adelaide that gives you the Flinders. Vice-Chancellor and President
Flinders University
opportunity to live on campus. Based in Adelaide, Australia
page 2 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 3
Geared for
careers “As well as help with my résumé, cover
letters and networking opportunities,
it’s been great to hear some first-hand
experiences from the workplace.”
Greg Wolszczak
Bachelor of Laws and Legal Practice student
Ignite Mentoring Program participant
A university degree provides Flinders has forged strong relationships
with numerous industry partners locally and Work-Integrated Learning Working in Australia
you with more job options. internationally. This means that what you
learn is relevant to the real world and makes
Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) enables
you to gain work experience while you study.
The Australian Government allows international
students to work up to 40 hours per fortnight, and
But a Flinders degree prepares you job-ready. Our degrees are connected Flinders aims to provide each and every student full-time during semester breaks. Work rights are
to industry, with many professionally with access to a WIL opportunity during their granted automatically when you receive your visa.
you for a satisfying career. accredited by independent industry bodies. studies through placements, practicums, field
You will gain specialised skills and knowledge studies, and simulated workplace settings and
flinders.edu.au/international in your chosen area while developing assessment activities. “The best thing about studying at Flinders
portable qualities like independent thinking, is gaining real life experience, and
communication, collaboration, ethics and creativity Careers & Employability Service implementing those experiences wherever
– qualities shared by innovators, entrepreneurs, The Careers and Employability Service helps
pioneers, creators and trailblazers. give you the edge in your career. CareerHub,
you may work.”
Whether you would like to excel in a profession, our online employment portal, helps you prepare Vinh Tran
pursue research that makes a difference, or for and find the job you want. It’s your one stop Bachelor of Business
No.2
forge an entirely new path, Flinders gives you the shop, offering personalised job opportunities, Vietnam
confidence to achieve your ambitions. and access to employer events and career-
It all starts with a Flinders degree. related resources.
Mentoring
The Flinders Ignite Mentoring Program allows you
to choose your own career mentor to assist you
in getting ready for the transition from study to
employment. The program enables you to expand
your professional networks, develop your skills
Rated no. 2 in Australia and prepare for your future career.
for work experience
International Student Barometer 2016
page 4 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 5
We recognise that careers are evolving TOPICS
and the workplace of the future will
• Innovative & Creative Thinking:
A DYNAMIC LEARNING look very different from today’s. That’s
why we’re constantly fine-tuning our Recognising opportunities
EXPERIENCE EMPOWERING degrees to empower you to create
• Collaboration, Co-Creation & The
the jobs of the future.
YOU TO THINK BIG. Crowd: Leveraging your ecosystem for
innovation
The innovation and enterprise suite is
FLINDERS UNIVERSITY powered by Fox School of Business
at Temple University, a US top-ten
• Innovation for Social Impact:
OFFERS STUDENTS university for entrepreneurship** and
Doing good while doing well
cutting-edge online teaching. Each
THE OPPORTUNITY TO topic is embedded with the philosophy
• From Intuition to Insight:
Validating desirability, feasibility
EMBED INNOVATION AND of the Flinders New Venture Institute,
our entrepreneurial arm. Innovation and
and viability
ENTERPRISE TOPICS enterprise topics can be undertaken • From Innovation to Impact:
Creating a roadmap from opportunity
with any degree at any time to unlock
WITHIN THEIR DEGREE. your career potential. to action
By providing you with the skills • Going Live!
Around 70 per cent of young necessary to enhance your creativity, Strategies, resources and activities
understand and embrace innovation,
Australian graduates are starting and think like an entrepreneur, we’ll
• Finding Backers & Champions:
Pitching for financial resources and
their careers in roles that will prepare you for graduate success. support
substantially change or be obsolete You’ll gain an understanding of the
forces of disruption, using new • Early Wins Matter:
in the next 10 to 15 years*. technology and business models to Nothing happens without a sale
succeed in the industries of today,
At Flinders, we prepare you for and challenge the industries of
the careers of tomorrow, providing tomorrow.
you with the ‘personal enterprise’ Expand your learning experience and
skills to be ready for the five career excel in a future that will be automated,
globalised and collaborative by adding
changes and 17 different jobs* you innovation and enterprise topics to
are likely to have over your lifetime. your degree.
Fundamental topics are available to
GOING BEYOND STARTS WITH all students undertaking a Flinders
bachelor degree. In addition, the
THINKING
Bachelor of Letters (Innovation and
Enterprise) can be undertaken with an
existing undergraduate degree, as a
fourth year standalone course, and as
an online undergraduate course.
TURBO CHARGE YOUR CAREER WITH FLINDERS’ NEW INNOVATION AND ENTERPRISE
PROGRAMS, POWERED BY THE FOX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS IN THE US FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: FLINDERS.EDU.AU/INNOVATION
* The New Work Smarts , Foundation for Young Australians, 2017.
** The Princeton Review, 2017.
page 6 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 7
Connected
with industry
No.1
Flinders has forged strong
relationships with industry
partners locally and
internationally.
Some of the many important Flinders University and
industry and project-based CDW Studios ranked
partnerships Flinders has no. 1 in the world for
formed include: digital media
The Rookies, Best Creative Media and Entertainment
Business Schools report 2017
Australian Fashion Labels
Australian Fashion Labels is a top fashion apparel
company based in Adelaide, with over 3,000
stockists worldwide and international offices in
Los Angeles and Shanghai. Flinders Business
students can undertake work placements and
gain hands-on experience in public relations,
social media, international marketing and
accounting.
Creative Arts & Digital Media
CDW Studios
Flinders offers courses in collaboration with
CDW Studios, providing training in visual
effects and entertainment design. Students
learn from leading industry professionals who
have worked with companies such as Disney,
Blizzard Entertainment, Rising Sun Pictures,
WETA, Wizards of the Coast and Lego. Flinders
and CDW Studios’ School of Visual Effects
and Entertainment Design was named the Best
Digital Illustration School in The Rookies’ Best
Creative Media and Entertainment Schools
report for 2017.
Information Technology Health, Medicine & Nursing Flinders Medicine is co-located with Flinders
Medical Centre: a major South Australian
Cisco Australia SA Health hospital. Our medical and other health students
Cisco, a worldwide leader in networking and Flinders works in partnership with the South have the opportunity to be exposed to authentic,
CDW
the provider of the state-of-the-art network Australian Department of Health and Ageing patient-centred clinical experiences from early on
infrastructure at Flinders, will support high quality to provide clinical training placements to our in their courses.
research in innovative health technologies. medicine, nursing and health sciences students Rural placements are also a focus of our
STUDIOS Flinders and Cisco have also established a Cisco in hospitals and health services across South degrees, exposing students to a professional
SCHOOL OF VISUAL EFFECTS Academy at Tonsley that trains students for Australia. These placements ensure our students multidisciplinary environment where patient
AND ENTERTAINMENT DESIGN
the jobs of the future. Work in the area has the are well equipped to apply the theory they learn presentations cover a wide range of needs.
potential to radically change how people interact to patients and communities in a variety of health
with health services, and how they manage and service settings.
maintain their health throughout life.
page 8 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 9
World-class
research
9 th
Flinders is home to a vibrant and
constantly evolving research community,
with research strengths in the following
broad categories:
• engineering and technology
• health and medical
• people and society
• science, environment and natural resources
• defence.
Our research spans areas such as:
•
•
autonomous vehicles
clean technology 9th highest medical
•
•
energetic materials
health and medical
research funding
Through research • labour and industry transformation studies
Flinders’ research funding of $24.6m from the National
Health and Medical Research Council was the ninth
and research-led •
•
marine and maritime research
medical devices
highest in Australia for 2018.
teaching, we build • nanotechnology and analytical chemistry
World-class rankings
• people and society
and develop the • psychology and neuroscience Flinders is ranked among the top
universities worldwide in the following
knowledge and • water and the environment.
subject areas:
Flinders also appoints elite international and
capabilities that Australian researchers as strategic professors
QS world university rankings by subject 2018
90
• top 100 for nursing
improve lives and to sharpen the University’s research profile and
build strength in areas of strategic research • top 200 for education and training
enhance society.
%
significance. • top 200 for psychology
Through specialisation and collaboration, our • top 200 for sociology
flinders.edu.au/research research has a positive impact, not just on your
learning, but on the world around us.
• top 200 for English language and literature
• top 250 for medicine
• top 300 for agriculture and forestry
• top 300 for law and legal studies
• top 315 for life sciences and medicine
• top 337 for arts and humanities.
Times Higher Education world university
rankings by subject 2018
• top 200 for clinical, pre-clinical and health
Over 90% research rated • top 250 for engineering and technology
world-standard or above
• top 300 for arts and humanities
• top 300 for social science.
Australian Federal Government’s most recent Excellence in
Research for Australia assessment (2015)
page 10 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 11
Adelaide is the capital of
Vibrant
Adelaide
Royal Croquet Club
No.1
Most affordable state
South Australia – a modern, capital city in Australia
metropolitan city of festivals, for students
QS Best Student Cities 2017
relaxed living and education Shopping on Rundle Street
excellence.
Studying in Adelaide means An authentic ‘Aussie’ experience Shopping
South Australia offers an authentic Australian Adelaide has a wide range of retail outlets, making
you are also residing in experience. The state offers a mix of beautiful it easy to shop for any taste or budget. Westfield
Marion, the biggest shopping mall in Adelaide,
landscapes, sparkling beaches, rolling hills and a
one of the world’s most vibrant urban centre. Visit our world-famous wine is located just 10 minutes from our Bedford Park
campus. Rundle Mall, located in the city centre,
liveable cities. regions, the rugged Flinders Ranges, and popular
metropolitan beaches, or see Australian wildlife offers a strip of department stores and high street
on Kangaroo Island. brands, while the café-lined Rundle Street is home
We have a relaxed, easygoing to designer labels. There is also a wide range of
options further out of the city.
lifestyle and Adelaide has Getting around
been acknowledged as
Adelaide is well serviced by public transport, and
international students receive the same transport
Food
concessions as local students, saving you up to South Australia is a food centre, with a higher
Australia’s safest city.* $700 per year on transport costs. A free tram and ratio of cafés and restaurants to residents
than any other city in Australia. Our state is
Adelaide also has one of the bus service runs in the Adelaide city centre.
well-known for quality produce – from fresh
Buses run frequently to and from Flinders
most diverse mix of students University and the adjacent Flinders Medical
fruit and vegetables through to the finest meat
and seafood. The city is close to well-known
Centre, with various routes running directly from
out of any Australian city. the city and suburbs. Soon, a new train extension
produce regions, such as the Barossa Valley and
McLaren Vale, offering easy access to farmers
will connect Flinders directly to the city, making it
markets. Adelaide is a multicultural city well-
studyadelaide.com even easier to get around.
catered to vegan, vegetarian, Halal and Kosher
*Suncorp Bank Family Friendly City Report 2013 Adelaide is also cycling-friendly, with a large requirements.
community of cyclists and dedicated bike lanes.
Bread and Bone Grill restaurant
Festivals
South Australia is known as the ‘Festival State’,
and there are regular cultural and sporting
events including:
• WOMADelaide
• Adelaide Festival
• Adelaide Fringe
• Tour Down Under
5
• V8 Supercar Adelaide 500.
Koalas at Cleland Wildlife Park
Henley Beach jetty
TOP
Top 5 most liveable cities
of the world
The Economist, Global Liveability Report 2017
page 12 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 13
Adelaide:
South Australia’s
capital
Adelaide is the capital of
South Australia – a region
Weather
South Australia is fortunate to have a
Mediterranean climate, with long, hot summers
TOP
South Australia Top 5
region in the world
Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2017
5
of many contrasts, from and cool to cold, snowless winters.
Season average temperature range
rugged outback wilderness Summer (December to February)
to beautiful beaches, all 25˚C to 35˚C / 77˚F to 95˚F
Autumn (March to May)
in close proximity to our 20˚C to 25˚C / 68˚F to 77˚F
metropolitan city centre. Winter (June to August)
10˚C to 15 ˚C / 50˚F to 59˚F
Spring (September to November)
Known for our unique 20˚C to 25˚C / 68˚F to 77˚F
wildlife, iconic natural
Time zones
landscapes and friendly, Australia is divided into three time zones, with
laidback people, you will be Adelaide coming under Australian Central
Standard Time (ACST). Glenelg beach
warmly welcomed as you Time difference between Adelaide
and overseas
begin your journey from Indonesia - 2.5 hours
Living in Adelaide Flights
wherever you are in the China, Malaysia, Singapore - 1.5 hours Living in Adelaide is easy, and more affordable You can fly to Adelaide from anywhere in the world, and there are many direct flights available. Comfortable
world to South Australia. United Arab Emirates - 5.5 hours than Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
It is recommended that individuals budget a
Estimated flight times to Adelaide*
Mediterranean climate
Germany - 7.5 hours *Some flights require stopovers.
minimum of $20,290 for annual living costs in
southaustralia.com United Kingdom - 9.5 hours Australia. This estimate will increase if individuals
are accompanied by partners and children.
USA - 18 hours
Websites to assist you in developing a budget for 1.37 million
living costs include:
studyinaustralia.gov.au
London
22 hours Beijing 13 hours Adelaide population
education.gov.au Tokyo 9 hours
Estimated by 2017, Population Australia
moneysmart.gov.au Dubai New Delhi
Adelaide Oval 13 hours 10 hours Guangzhou
9 hours
Adelaide cost of living estimates Singapore
3,700 km of South
Average weekly costs* $ AUD Lagos
22 hours
Nairobi
16 hours
7 hours
Australian coastline
Accommodation
$135-250
(shared or single)
Public transport $20-35
Buenos Aires Johannesburg 12 hours Auckland
19 hours 4 hours
Food (eating at home) $90-135 Sydney
Melbourne
Utilities (electricity/gas/water) $40-55 Adelaide
Telephone and internet $20-40
Clothes/entertainment $50+
Total $355-565
* These prices are estimated for 2018.
page 14 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 15
Our Flinders at Tonsley
locations Flinders at Tonsley
Flinders University offers you an
authentic on-campus student
experience in a beautiful
natural environment.
flinders.edu.au/campus
ADELAIDE
Adelaide
City Centre
20 minutes
to airport VICTORIA SQUARE
CAMPUS
ADELAIDE
HILLS
BEACH
20 minutes
BEDFORD PARK CAMPUS
TONSLEY CAMPUS
Tonsley embodies world’s best practice in education, teaching and research.
15 minutes
to the beach
It’s a place where innovation, collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit combine
to create the products and processes of the 21st century and beyond.
Bedford Park Tonsley Victoria Square
With more than 150 staff and 2,000 students Tonsley is located centrally between Flinders
Located just 12km south of the centre of Flinders at Tonsley is a place where our students Victoria Square is our city location. Situated
Adelaide, the Bedford Park campus is Flinders’
main campus. It’s a spacious, elevated site with
interact with business, and where business
interacts with our researchers in areas such as
in the centre of Adelaide’s business district, it
encourages close collaboration with surrounding
– and a 2,000 square metre pod for heavy
engineering equipment – Tonsley centrally
University’s Bedford Park campus and
Adelaide city. It is connected to the city by 28 laboratories
locates the University’s teaching and train, offering convenient access 15 minutes
panoramic views to the coast and over the city.
Our Student Hub offers 24/7 study spaces and
engineering, medical devices and nanoscale
technologies to create the new products and
industry and the opportunity to develop industry
links. It is an alternative location where we provide
research in computer science, engineering
and mathematics, the New Venture Institute,
from the city’s CBD. And Tonsley is a five-
minute car ride, a 15-minute ride on the
150 staff
access to all student services in one convenient processes of the 21st century. information to students and teach a selection of
location. Study areas taught at Tonsley include: our courses and topics.
Flinders Partners, Medical Device Research
Institute, and Centre for Nanoscale Science
Flinders loop bus, or a 30-minute walk from
the Bedford Park campus. 2,000 students
120 M
With its natural beauty and bright, lush spaces to • computing and mathematics These include: and Technology alongside local and
invigorate you as you go about your day, Flinders’ international businesses, including industrial
• engineering and design • accounting
Bedford Park campus offers a uniquely inspiring manufacturing company Siemens.
$
• science. • business and business administration
study experience.
• public policy and public administration
• social work
• law $120m
•
•
health and aged care administration
languages. innovation
centre
page 16 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 17Get the Flinders experience at
home with our virtual reality
tour: flinders.edu.au/vr
Campus
With innovative student-centred spaces
alongside the best of coffee and street
food, all located in a breathtaking natural
experience environment, Flinders offers you a one-of-
a-kind university experience.
flinders.edu.au/experience
page 18 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 19Student
Hub & Plaza Get involved
Getting involved in campus life will help you
The award-winning Student Hub make the most out of your time at university.
and Plaza is open 24/7 to help
you get the most out of your
on-campus experience.
hub.flinders.edu.au
Food & drink Flinders University Student
Association (FUSA)
FUSA represents the rights and
interests of students, helping them
• Alere Restaurant
with academic, administrative and
• Grind & Press Café welfare issues. FUSA also manages
social events, non-sporting clubs and
• Kutchi Deli Parwana societies, and the student publication
• Subway Empire Times.
Sport & fitness Flinders Living
• Toly Vietnamese Clubs & societies Our Bedford Park campus includes Flinders is the only university in Adelaide
• Urban Paddock Co. a state-of-the-art Sport and Fitness that gives you the opportunity to live
Flinders has a range of clubs and
Centre with the best views of any gym on campus. Flinders Living offers
societies to cater to your interests,
• Tavern by Burger Theory whether they are related to your degree,
in Adelaide, as well as courts and ovals accommodation for over 550 students,
for a variety of sports. Annual student and also runs a free service listing the
• Nutrition Republic religion, culture, political affiliation, or
membership is $199. private rental accommodation available
just for fun.
• Café Bon Voyage off-campus in the local area.
• Student kitchen Empire Times Art Gallery & Museum
Housing one of the most significant
Empire Times is a free student culture
Indigenous university art collections
and politics magazine published
in Australia, Flinders University Art
monthly.
Museum offers an expanding collection
of art to excite your senses and foster
new ways of thinking.
Retail
• Pharmacy
• Post Office
• The Co-op bookstore
• STA Travel
• Flinders Vision
(optometrists)
page 20 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 21Services
We are here to help you get started, with a range of services that
support you to quickly settle into your new life at Flinders.
flinders.edu.au/iss
Flinders Connect
Flinders Connect is the front door to student
services at Flinders.
You can seek help from our team of
Childcare
The Flinders University Childcare Centre
offers childcare for children under school
age. The centre has attained the highest
level of accreditation, with experienced and
88 %88% student satisfaction
with learning
International Student Barometer 2016
knowledgeable staff via phone, face-to-face
qualified staff offering exceptional care and
or online. You can also access Flinders
education in a nurturing and stimulating
Connect for specialist assistance in careers,
environment. Places are limited and booking
IT and a range of support services.
is essential.
International Student Services Health, counselling & disability
For international students, including
onshore international students, International services
Student Services (ISS) is the first point of When you enrol at Flinders, you will have
contact and offers a range of programs and access to confidential and professional
services. There are programs supporting health, counselling and disability services
your enrolment, study and social life, as including GPs and nurses for emergency “Flinders has given me the opportunity
well as a referral service to facilities on and routine medical care. We can also assist to gain both professional and practical
campus and within the local community. ISS you with equal opportunity concerns. experience…It has ensured that I have the
organises a general orientation program for
best possible chance to succeed.”
new international students, monthly morning
teas and tours.
Oasis
Aqeel Asad
Academic
Oasis is a multi-faith, multicultural centre Bachelor of Business student
Arrival services where support is provided by chaplains Pakistan Computers, printing & wi-fi Student Learning Centre
of all faiths to meet the spiritual and
Flinders University is a leading Australian religious needs of the Flinders community. Work at your own pace anywhere in the The Student Learning Centre provides
university in arrival support for new students Oasis offers various forms of prayer and University by accessing our many computer learning support for Flinders University
support
from overseas. Before you leave home, meditation, seminars, and study and labs or by connecting your own device students, ranging from writing and
ISS will assist you to plan your arrival in discussion groups, as well as a drop-in to our printers or the extensive wireless mathematics support to assistance with
Adelaide. They will connect you with on- centre for friendship over tea and coffee. network – one of the fastest, most secure study and time-management skills.
campus support services and staff in your campus wireless networks in the Southern
academic area, making your transition to Hemisphere. English language support
Flinders as smooth as possible.
SLC also offers a free program to support
Flinders University provides Flinders Learning Online
Meet & greet non-English speaking background students
ISS offers a free meet-and-greet service for
a range of support services Flinders Learning Online (FLO) enables you
to access course materials and resources,
who need to improve their English in the
academic context.
new international students. You will be met to help you achieve your full enrol or withdraw from topics, check your
at Adelaide Airport, the railway station or
the central bus station and taken directly to academic potential.
email accounts, and keep up-to-date with Transition Office
University-wide announcements.
your new accommodation. The service is The Transition Office coordinates a number
also free for accompanying family members. of successful programs aimed at assisting
A booking is required. Student support you at all stages of your transition to
“Flinders is full of opportunities. The
FREE
Study Adelaide runs a year-long calendar university.
Orientation international student support team and of free and discounted events especially for
counsellors are amazing.” international students. As soon as you arrive, Library
The first few days of university are exciting
you will be given a free welcome backpack
but can also be daunting, which is why Dharshinie Vimalanathan
we have a number of orientation sessions Bachelor of Psychological Sciences student and guide with everything you need to know Across our four library sites, you will find
Malaysia about living in Adelaide. Find out more at: more than one million books and journals,
and programs to help you get used to the extensive electronic collections, and a wide
University community. We also have a range studyadelaide.com
range of services and facilities to support
of student services available to assist you
throughout your studies.
Free meet-and-greet service your learning and research interests. The
Central Library serves the whole Flinders
from Adelaide Airport, railway community while specialist libraries act as
station or central bus station. information hubs for those studying law,
legal studies, nursing and health, and our
medical programs.
page 22 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 23Accommodation Living off campus
With Flinders University’s
convenient location and
so many transport and
accommodation options
available, living off
campus is easy.
Flinders Living
Flinders is the only On-campus living Cost
$398 per week for a single room
university in Adelaide where The Flinders campus is safe, affordable and including 15 professionally prepared meals
convenient. Join a diverse community of per week.*
you can choose to live on students from across Australia and over 30
campus. Experience all the countries worldwide.
Deirdre Jordan Village
You have the option of living either at the The Deirdre Jordan Village provides modern
friendship, support and catered University Hall or independently accommodation in self-catered, fully Flinders Living runs a free service that lists
social opportunities that in the self-catered Deirdre Jordan
Village. Both options offer academic and
equipped units. It offers a range of culturally the private rental accommodation available
inclusive activities in the community centre. off campus in the local area. They can
help make Flinders such a personal support from in-house tutors and
The village has accommodation for over
also provide information on your rights and
coordinators. responsibilities as a tenant. Check the
great place to live and study. 350 students, living areas (some private),
Flinders Living website for more details.
University Hall landscaped gardens and outdoor areas
flinders.edu.au/living with barbecues, and secure storage and car
parking. Single gender accommodation is
Flinders Living provides a free, up-to-date
The University Hall is a catered residence accommodation service which lists private
with a strong collegial atmosphere. also available. accommodation available on the rental
market.
The hall has accommodation for over 200 Cost
students in fully-furnished single rooms, flinders.edu.au/living/short-term-private/
Village standard unit: $250 per student per
secure storage and car parking, and small private-accommodation-service.cfm
week for a single room including all utilities.*
communal kitchens. You can mix with other More information about the type, cost and
Village annexe unit: $198 per student per
students in common areas, sporting areas, availability of accommodation in Adelaide
week for a single room including all utilities.*
the outdoor cinema, gazebos and gardens, can also be found on the following websites:
including a landscaped central courtyard. *costs are based on 2018 rates
realestate.com.au
homehound.com.au
domain.com.au
homestaynetwork.org
“Go for on-campus housing! You’ll meet a lot of people and it will help you adjust to the adelaidehomestaysearch.com
Australian culture easier. It was very easy living on campus; I lived with a lot of other
[foreign] students, which made it easier to make friends and meet the locals.”
Arjen van Lil
Utrecht University, Netherlands
page 24 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 25Global Short-term
network study
Flinders’ international links include Short-term study programs
partnerships across Asia, Europe enable you to study for six to
and North America. twelve months (one or two
flinders.edu.au/engage/international semesters) in Adelaide.
Our global network provides international Live in a new city, enhance your
exchange opportunities, joint research
programs, and regular visits by academics
career prospects, undertake
from international universities. professional development
Brazil Malaysia opportunities, experience a
University of Sao Paolo HELP University
Universiti Kebangsaan
different culture and meet new
Canada
Simon Fraser University Malaysia people without interrupting your
Universiti Malaya
Chile
Malawi
studies or career path.
Universidad de
Valparaiso University of Malawi
China Mexico Student exchange
Capital Normal The Autonomous
University University of Queretaro If you are studying at one of our partner
Central South Netherlands
institutions, you may be eligible for the
University student exchange program. Contact your
Utrecht University
home institution for application information.
Chinese Academy of Maastricht University
Social Sciences
Nankai University
Singapore
Nanyang Technological
Study abroad
Germany University If you are not studying at a Flinders
Dresden University of Parkway College of University exchange partner or currently
Technology Nursing & Allied Health enrolled at an overseas university, you can
Hong Kong Social Service Institute study with us on a fee-paying basis. Flinders
The Chinese University (SSI) offers multiple options to suit your academic,
of Hong Kong Sweden career and lifestyle goals.
University of Hong Malmö University To qualify, you will be required to study a
Kong minimum of three topics per semester to
Thailand
India National maintain a full-time study load. You can study
Amity University Nanotechnology Centre four or five topics per semester if you wish.
Manipal University UK
1OF12
Tuition fees
Indonesia St George Hospital
Universitas Airlangga Medical School 3 topics AUD$6,750
Universitas Gadjah University College 4 topics AUD$9,000
Mada London 5 topics AUD$11,250
Universitas Indonesia University of Stirling
100
Japan USA
Hiroshima University Johns Hopkins
National Institute for University
Materials Science Temple University –
Korea Fox School of Business
Kyung Hee University University of Arizona
Chungnam National University of Texas at
University Austin
1 of 12 members of International Network Over 100 partnership institutions
of Universities (INU) across 33 countries
page 26 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 27Study areas
Flinders offers degrees in a range of study areas. The following pages cover
the broad areas of study at Flinders and the degrees available in each area.
Can’t find the degree you are looking for? The course index from page 74
provides a full listing of all undergraduate courses available at Flinders.
flinders.edu.au/international
page 28 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 29Arts Arts majors and minors Law and society
Law and society equips you with practical legal
Immerse yourself in the ideas that shape Areas of study that can be taken either as and analytical skills valuable in many industries
the world we live in. major or minor sequences include: including social work, policing, legal services,
research and policy positions.
ARTS: prepare to become an
BACHELOR OF ARTS
Applied linguistics
Modern Greek
CRICOS CODE 002633F Applied linguistics is concerned with the
COURSE LENGTH 3 years full-time practical issues of language such as learning The study of Modern Greek language and
and teaching, policy, multilingualism, cross- culture provides the key to understanding the
independently minded citizen
INTAKE Semester 1, Semester 2
cultural communication, maintaining languages, importance of the Hellenic tradition in western
2019 FE E AUD$27,600
and language difficulties. intellectual development.
ENGLISH IELTS: 6 (S6, W6)
REQUIRE MENTS PTE: 50* (see pg 84) Australian studies Philosophy
of the future
OPPORTUNIT Y FOR INDUSTRY E XPE RIENCE Australian studies is a sociocultural analysis of Philosophy deals with some of the big questions
PRE REQUISITE S None a changing nation and its people, drawing on about the world, society and ourselves,
humanities, education and social sciences to and encourages thought and discussion by
Investigate and analyse ideas, communicate give a broad perspective of Australian culture presenting a range of possible answers.
your findings and build your knowledge base in and society. Politics
a variety of areas with a BA. In many instances
you will also gain first-hand experience Creative writing Politics encompasses how groups of people
of how to apply what you learn through Creative writing develops the creative, practical, conduct and understand their public life
practical topics, placements and internship critical and collaborative skills necessary to together. Politics is the study of public life in
Flinders University’s opportunities. pursue a career in the communication, arts and Australia and the rest of the world.
arts degrees provide STUDY PROGRAM
related creative industries.
Criminology
Psychology
Psychology is the study of human behaviour and
you with valuable, You will study one major sequence (taken
across three years) from one area of study and Criminology explores who commits crime, experience including how we learn and develop,
transferable skills to one minor sequence (taken across two years) and critiques how the criminal justice system
responds to crime.
personality and self-esteem, thinking processes,
and psychological problems.
adapt to the incredible from a different area of study, together with a
selection of elective topics. You can choose to Drama Screen and media
transformations use some of your elective topics to complete a Drama offers grounding in the theories of theatre Screen and media involves the study and
taking place in the second major rather than a minor. and performance workshops in movement,
voice, improvisation and Stanislavskian
analysis of a wide range of screen-based media
including film, television, computer games and
professional world. PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
Access practical topics, placements and
techniques. online media.
Design your degree by internship opportunities through your choice of English Sociology
Sociology studies the social institutions and
choosing from a range majors and minors. English encourages a knowledge of and
enthusiasm for literature, and fosters effective processes of contemporary society, linking
of disciplines. ACCREDITATION
The psychology major is accredited by the
communication skills critical in the workplace
today.
the way individuals form identities against the
backdrop of society and the construction of
Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. culture.
French
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Spanish
French is spoken in more than 40 countries,
Potential occupations include: graduate policy including some of Australia’s closest neighbours, Spanish is one of the three most widely spoken
officer, editorial assistant, communications and is one of the most widely taught second languages in the world, one of six official
and campaigns assistant, assistant advocacy languages in the world. languages of the UN, and an important trading
officer, employment consultant. language in the Asia-Pacific.
Geography and environmental studies
Visual arts
FUTURE STUDY Geography and environmental studies explores
dynamic relationships between people, our Visual arts provides the technical, aesthetic, and
Options include: Honours available in most cultural skills to understand and work in the arts
Degrees encompass the best of humanities, majors, a variety of postgraduate degrees in
cultures, and the natural and built environments
that shape us. and cultural sectors, and related fields.
social sciences and sciences major disciplines, PhD.
History Women’s studies
Study unique arts majors in drama, law FIND OUT MORE Women’s studies addresses the broad question
History provides an introduction to issues that
and society, innovation and enterprise, and flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad/ba have shaped and continue to influence the of how gender operates, both in contemporary
modern world, such as revolution, fascism, life and historically, in Australia and in other
archaeology migration, population, warfare and globalisation. cultures.
Explore your options
Flexibility to take a major and minor, double Indonesian ARTS MINORS
major or extended major Flinders also offers undergraduate arts As Indonesia undergoes unprecedented The following areas are available as minors in
degrees in the following areas: change, studying Indonesian language is a vital the BA:
High achievers program provides mentoring Arts High Achievers Program
key to understanding our region.
• Archaeology
and prepares you for a research higher degree Challenge your mind and develop your
Innovation and enterprise • Indigenous studies
intellect. Innovation and enterprise provides you with the • Information technology
Combine science with traditional arts majors skills to enhance your creativity, understand
Study what you love
• Bachelor of Arts – Enhanced Program for High • International affairs
in our science and arts degree Achievers
and embrace innovation, and think like an
• Mathematics
entrepreneur.
BA can be used as a pathway to a Master of Arts and Science • Professional studies
International relations
• Sciences.
Teaching Discover what science and the arts have to
over 40 majors available from the arts & sciences offer each other.
International relations studies global issues such
as diplomacy, foreign policy, the military, human
Academy and Emmy-winning director, • Bachelor of Arts and Science rights, economies, trade and international
writer, producer Scott Hicks is a Flinders BA For more information on the undergraduate organisations.
graduate arts degrees available, including fees and Italian
entry requirements, refer to the course index
Italy is one of the wealthiest nations in the world,
on page 76 or visit our website:
an essential tourist destination, and a major
flinders.edu.au/international/arts
trading partner with Australia. Italian language is
a pathway to employment.
page 30 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 31Business The advanced nature of these degrees is
encapsulated by a guaranteed industry
Business (Innovation and Enterprise)
Make your mark in business. placement, a research/project topic, participation Think big, make an impact and design your
in a student conference, and individual mentoring.
BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS future.
BUSINESS, COMMERCE BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS (ADVANCE D
LE ADE RSHIP)
CRICOS CODE 058294B
Business (Human Resource
Management)
BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS (INNOVATION
AND E NTE RPRISE)
BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS (ADVANCE D
& MANAGEMENT: building
COURSE LENGTH 3 years full-time LE ADE RSHIP AND INNOVATION AND
INTAKE Semester 1, Semester 2 Attract, motivate and manage people. E NTE RPRISE)
2019 FE E AUD$29,200 CRICOS CODE 058294B
BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS (HUMAN COURSE LENGTH 3 years full-time
ENGLISH IELTS: 6 (S6, W6)
RE SOURCE MANAG EME NT )
the business of tomorrow
REQUIRE MENTS PTE: 50* (see pg 84) INTAKE Semester 1, Semester 2
OPPORTUNIT Y FOR INDUSTRY E XPE RIENCE BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS (ADVANCE D 2019 FE E AUD$29,200
PRE REQUISITE S None
LE ADE RSHIP AND HUMAN RE SOURCE
ENGLISH IELTS: 6 (S6, W6)
MANAG EMENT )
REQUIRE MENTS PTE: 50* (see pg 84)
Combine practical learning based on solving real- CRICOS CODE 058294B
OPPORTUNIT Y FOR INDUSTRY E XPE RIENCE
world business problems with the skills to analyse COURSE LENGTH 3 years full-time
PRE REQUISITE S None
and understand key issues that businesses INTAKE Semester 1, Semester 2
deal with every day. The degree provides you 2019 FE E AUD$29,200 Get prepared for the jobs of the future and
with the fundamental knowledge, contemporary ENGLISH IELTS: 6 (S6, W6) to deliver entrepreneurial solutions in a world
case studies, workplace skills development and REQUIRE MENTS PTE: 50* (see pg 84)
disrupted by constant and rapid change. You will
live industry experience to pursue a career in OPPORTUNIT Y FOR INDUSTRY E XPE RIENCE
receive mentorship from leading entrepreneurs,
business. A Bachelor of Business (Advanced PROFE SSIONAL ACCRE DITATION and work with innovative businesses. You will
Be future-focused Leadership) is also available. PRE REQUISITE S None have the opportunity to learn and apply new
Stay ahead of change and uncertainty, and gain approaches to creating value, and enhancing
STUDY PROGRAM Identify ways to recruit, support, develop and
the innovation and personal enterprise skills you organisational outcomes and impact. A Bachelor
need to embrace dramatic shifts in the global job The program will help you develop the practical retain staff at a time when many organisations
are undergoing change. The degree provides of Business (Advanced Leadership and
market – study innovation and enterprise. skills employers are looking for, including strong
you with the skills and knowledge to pursue Innovation and Enterprise) is also available.
Co-developed with Flinders’ New Venture analytical skills, high-level problem-solving
Institute, business leaders and the prestigious skills, the ability to communicate effectively a specialist career in human resource STUDY PROGRAM
Temple University’s Fox School of Business in within a business environment, and teamwork management. In this degree, you will learn how
In the program you will receive invaluable
the US, you will learn to embrace innovation, skills. Topics cover areas such as accounting to attract, manage and retain people, and how
mentorship from leading entrepreneurs, work
think creatively and develop an entrepreneurial for managers, law for business, economics for to motivate them to contribute to organisational
with innovative businesses, and develop your
mindset. You will gain first-hand insights business, quantitative methods, and innovative aims and objectives. A Bachelor of Business
own ideas. Graduates receive a qualification
into the latest trends on topics ranging from and creative thinking. Some topics are available (Advanced Leadership and Human Resource
from Flinders, along with certification from the
transformational change to digital marketing. online. Management) is also available.
prestigious Temple University’s Fox School of
Stand out from the crowd and design your future. PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE STUDY PROGRAM Business in the US. Topics cover areas such
The program helps you develop the practical as management, people and organisations,
Participate in an interactive peer review
skills employers are looking for, including strong innovative and creative thinking, social innovation,
assessment and Work-Integrated Learning and
analytical skills, high-level problem-solving skills, entrepreneurship, and new venture creation.
industry placement programs, and immerse
the ability to communicate effectively within Some topics are available online.
yourself in live industry projects with the New
Venture Institute. a business environment, and teamwork skills. PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
Human resource management specialisation
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Participate in Work-Integrated Learning and
topics are available in organisational behaviour,
industry-embedded experiences. Immerse
Potential occupations include: industry analyst, training and development, HR planning,
yourself in live industry projects with the New
client service executive, human resource recruitment and selection, managing diversity,
Venture Institute and engage with businesses in
associate, graduate commercial analyst. reward and performance management,
the real world in real time.
OH&S, employee relations, international
Be career-ready FURTHER STUDY
HR management, HR strategy and change CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
You can build real-world skills during Work- Options include: Honours; Graduate management, and labour law. Potential occupations include: commercial
Integrated Learning (WIL) placements Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Master of
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE associate, innovation associate, business
and projects at a host of local and global Business Administration; Master of Business
development officer, marketing officer, junior
organisations. As part of your course you Administration/Master of Health Administration; Participate in Work-Integrated Learning and
business analyst, entrepreneur/founder.
will also have the opportunity to build Master of Business; Master of Accounting; industry placement programs, and immerse
professional networks through mentorship Master of Accounting and Finance; Master of yourself in live industry projects with the New FURTHER STUDY
programs and industry placements. Accounting and Marketing. Venture Institute. Options include: Honours; Graduate Certificate,
FIND OUT MORE ACCREDITATION Graduate Diploma and Master of Innovation
and Enterprise; Graduate Certificate, Graduate
Be your own boss flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad/bbus This degree is accredited with the Australian
Human Resources Institute.
Diploma and Master of Business Administration;
Develop the skills to be a job maker. Learn Master of Business; Master of Accounting;
how entrepreneurs build new ventures Business (Advanced Leadership) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Master of Accounting and Finance; Master of
and then create one yourself through Potential occupations include: industrial relations Accounting and Marketing.
our innovation programs and the Venture Meet your full potential with advanced advisor, employee services advisor, labour market FIND OUT MORE
Dorm accelerator program, where you leadership studies in business. analyst/researcher, graduate employee relations
flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad/bbusie
will be guided on how to take an idea and advisor.
Designed for high-achieving students to meet
find a viable business model to launch
their full potential, the advanced leadership FURTHER STUDY
your start-up. More than 280 start-ups
degree can be taken on its own or in any of
have already been created through the Options include: Honours; Graduate Certificate,
the five Bachelor of Business specialisations
accelerator program and many continue to Graduate Diploma and Master of Business
(human resource management, innovation and
be supported in the New Venture Institute’s Five stars for educational experience, enterprise, international business, management
Administration; Master of Business; Master of
incubator, eNVIsion. Be your own boss Accounting; Master of Accounting and Finance;
and become part of a thriving start-up learner engagement, and teaching quality or marketing), and is designed for students
demonstrating potential to attain leadership skills
Master of Accounting and Marketing.
ecosystem while studying at Flinders. in business and management and work-relevant experience to make them of FIND OUT MORE
distinct value to employers.
The Good Universities Guide 2018
flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad/bbushr
page 32 Flinders University Undergraduate degrees 2019 page 33Business (International Business) Business (Management) Business (Marketing)
Business beyond borders. Implement strategies for management. Meet consumer needs.
BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (MANAGEMENT) BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (MARKETING)
(INTE RNATIONAL BUSINE SS) BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS (ADVANCE D BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS (ADVANCE D
BACHELOR OF BUSINE SS (ADVANCE D LE ADE RSHIP AND MANAG EME NT ) LE ADE RSHIP AND MARK ETING)
LE ADE RSHIP AND INTE RNATIONAL CRICOS CODE 058294B CRICOS CODE 058294B
BUSINE SS)
COURSE LENGTH 3 years full-time COURSE LENGTH 3 years full-time
CRICOS CODE 058294B
INTAKE Semester 1, Semester 2 INTAKE Semester 1, Semester 2
COURSE LENGTH 3 years full-time
2019 FE E AUD$29,200 2019 FE E AUD$29,200
INTAKE Semester 1, Semester 2
ENGLISH IELTS: 6 (S6, W6) ENGLISH IELTS: 6 (S6, W6)
2019 FE E AUD$29,200 REQUIRE MENTS PTE: 50* (see pg 84) REQUIRE MENTS PTE: 50* (see pg 84)
ENGLISH IELTS: 6 (S6, W6) OPPORTUNIT Y FOR INDUSTRY E XPE RIENCE OPPORTUNIT Y FOR INDUSTRY E XPE RIENCE
REQUIRE MENTS PTE: 50* (see pg 84)
PRE REQUISITE S None PRE REQUISITE S None
OPPORTUNIT Y FOR INDUSTRY E XPE RIENCE
PRE REQUISITE S None Combine studies across all areas of business Understand the principles of market research,
practice, including planning, decision-making, the segmentation of markets and identification
Prepare yourself for a global career. You will learn e-business, marketing, and HR and strategic of target markets, pricing strategies, and the
A FRUITFUL
about how culture, language, political systems management. As business managers face new importance of advertising and promotion. In
and socio-economic factors affect international challenges every day, the practical approach this degree, you will learn how to understand
business practice. Apply your understanding embedded in this degree will prepare you well customers’ wants and needs, and how to create,
of cultural differences and the principles of for your career as a business professional who communicate and deliver products and services.
trade and management, integrating cultural can build and support high-performing teams. A Learn practical skills and how to analyse data in
understanding with your skills in core business Bachelor of Business (Advanced Leadership and order to develop marketing strategies across all
disciplines of finance, marketing, human resource
PARTNERSHIP
Management) is also available. sectors of the economy. A Bachelor of Business
(HR) management and global sustainability. A (Advanced Leadership and Marketing) is also
Bachelor of Business (Advanced Leadership and STUDY PROGRAM
available.
International Business) is also available The program will help you develop the practical
skills employers are looking for, including strong STUDY PROGRAM
STUDY PROGRAM
analytical skills, high-level problem-solving The program will help you develop the practical
The program will help you develop the practical skills, the ability to communicate effectively skills employers are looking for, including strong
skills employers are looking for, including strong within a business environment, and teamwork analytical skills, high-level problem-solving skills,
analytical skills, high-level problem-solving skills, skills. Management specialisation topics are the ability to communicate effectively within
the ability to communicate effectively within With his passion, creativity and persistence, commerce graduate Aaron Zhou saw his
a business environment, and teamwork skills.
available in organisational behaviour, international
business management, HR strategy and change
a business environment, and teamwork skills.
Marketing specialisation topics are available in
Choosing to become an study at Flinders as an opportunity to grow a new business venture.
International business specialisation topics management, sustainable resource management, consumer behaviour, market research, strategic international student is Established in 2008, Australia Morish Wine imports bottles of original Australian wine to
are available in international business, HR and
marketing management, and import-export theory
operations and supply chain management,
e-business, and leadership in business and
marketing, international marketing, marketing
communications, social media marketing,
a big step. But getting China, and is partnered with some of Australia’s – and indeed the world’s – finest wineries.
No doubt, Aaron’s time spent in South Australia and its culture of winemaking excellence
and practice. society. e-business, marketing applications and services out of your comfort contributed to his decision to introduce these wines to people back at home.
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
marketing.
zone and taking on Selecting the wines was a painstaking process. “Our professional purchasing team has
inspected more than 300 wineries,” Aaron said. “For their geographical culture, grape
Participate in Work-Integrated Learning and Participate in Work-Integrated Learning and PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE new experiences can planting and picking, winemaking style and taste, we finally signed seven excellent wineries
industry placement programs, and immerse industry placement programs, and immerse Participate in Work-Integrated Learning and
yourself in live industry projects with the New yourself in live industry projects with the New industry placement programs, and immerse
often lead you down to be our strategic partners. They are: Lou Miranda, Turkey Flat, Turners Crossing, Gotham,
Hanging Rock, Signature, and Morish.”
Venture Institute. Venture Institute. yourself in live industry projects with the New unexpected paths. It was while studying commerce at Flinders that Aaron was inspired to start the business,
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Venture Institute.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES with his experience at the University planting the seeds for his successful collaboration. “It
Potential occupations include: international trade Potential occupations include: associate trainee, CAREER OPPORTUNITIES expanded my horizons and gave me a solid foundation in commerce. Also, I learned to be
graduate, international strategy project officer, business consultant, management trainee, Potential occupations include: marketing officer, independent, confident and tolerant. Before graduation, my group did a research project
international marketing officer, export trade management consultant. search engine marketer, customer insights about investment, which taught me the importance of practice and teamwork.”
facilitator. analyst, digital marketing and social media Morish has gone from strength to strength. “In 2010, after establishing our mainland
FURTHER STUDY
FURTHER STUDY coordinator, market analyst, marketing consultant. headquarters in Chengdu, the company set up operations centres in Beijing and
Options include: Honours; Graduate Certificate, Guangzhou, and set up bonded warehouses in Shanghai to be responsible for the
Options include: Honours; Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Master of Business FURTHER STUDY
business of the whole country,” Aaron said. “Morish is now the biggest supplier of
Graduate Diploma and Master of Business Administration; Master of Business; Master of Options include: Honours; Graduate Certificate, Australian wine in southwest China.” But for all of Aaron’s success, he’s not prepared
Administration; Master of Business; Master of Accounting; Master of Accounting and Finance; Graduate Diploma and Master of Business to stop striving for excellence. “My future goal is to lead Morish to become the biggest
Accounting; Master of Accounting and Finance; Master of Accounting and Marketing. Administration; Master of Business; Master of exporter of Australian wine in China.”
Master of Accounting and Marketing. Accounting; Master of Accounting and Finance;
FIND OUT MORE Aaron’s commerce degree continues to influence his success. “It gave me a better
FIND OUT MORE Master of Accounting and Marketing.
flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad/ understanding of business running and management, and I still apply the knowledge at
flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad/bbusib bbusmgt FIND OUT MORE work,” he said.
flinders.edu.au/courses/undergrad/ Aaron’s story is testament to the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship at the heart
bbusmktg of Flinders University’s business courses and teaching. Having successfully turned his
degree and study experience into a thriving international partnership that benefits both
South Australia and his Chinese customers, Aaron had this advice to share with students:
“The university life is a process which can lead you to self-understanding and personal
development, so cherish it and enjoy it.”
“Flinders Business offered something unique – namely the compulsory placement and
leadership components. Apart from the educational aspect, I also saw value in studying Aaron (Yalin) Zhou
away from the CBD, the ease in travelling to university and being in a quiet environment Commerce graduate
Chairman of Australia Morish Wines (China) Co Ltd
was appealing.”
Fawaaz Karim
Laws and Legal Practice/Commerce (Advanced Leadership and Accounting/Finance) student
New Colombo Plan Alumni Ambassador, Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
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