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Bachelor of Innovation and Enterprise (Science and Technology)

Fast facts

Course type: Undergraduate degree
Graduate entry
Course length (full-time equivalent): 1 year 
Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER): N/A - Additional entry requirements
Location: On campus 

Course overview

The Bachelor of Innovation and Enterprise is a unique course that allows students in any of Flinders University's science and engineering degrees to develop professional business, management and communication skills and acquire significant experience in the workplace.

By adding 1 year to your normal study program you will graduate with 2 degrees and greatly increase both your immediate attractiveness to employers and your potential to become a business leader. 

You will normally take the Bachelor of Innovation and Enterprise (Science and Technology) as a 1 year block of study, or the part-time equivalent, after completing at least 66 units of a 3rd year degree or 102 units of a 4 year degree. You will then return to complete your main degree without any disruption.

This course will equip you to contribute to innovation and entrepreneurship within an organisation, carry out management tasks in a science or engineering based enterprise, and understand a company's structure, operation, responsibilities and business culture.

What will I study? 

Refer to the program of study.

Why study Innovation and Enterprise at Flinders?

The Bachelor of Innovation and Enterprise (Science and Technology) at Flinders:

  • is a unique course that will provide you with a sound understanding of theory and practice, coupled with business and innovation skills to complement your science and engineering skills
  • has a structured work experience component
  • will equip you to contribute to innovation and entrepreneurship within an organisation, to carry out management tasks in a science or engineering-based enterprise, and to understand a company's structure, operation, responsibilities and business culture. A survey of leading South Australian enterprises has confirmed that employers have a strong preference for graduates who have these skills and who have had significant industry experience.

Combined degree options

Combine with

Duration (full-time equivalent) 

Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) 5 years
Bachelor of Ecotourism 4 years
Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical)  5 years 
Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems) 5 years 
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics) 5 years 
Bachelor of Engineering (Software)
5 years
Bachelor of Engineering Science  4 years 
Bachelor of Information Technology
4 years
Bachelor of Medical Science 4 years 
Bachelor of Science
4 years
Bachelor of Science in Biodiversity and Conservation
4 years
Bachelor of Science in Computing & Digital Media  4 years 
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science
4 years
Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology
4 years
Bachelor of Science in Medical Science
4 years
Bachelor of Science in Medicinal Chemistry
4 years
Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours)
5 years
Bachelor of Technology (Aquaculture)
4 years
Bachelor of Technology (Forensic and Analytical Chemistry)
4 years

Refer to Science and Technology combined degrees for further information.

Career opportunities

What can I do with my Bachelor of Innovation & Enterprise degree?  

Study a language

Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of one extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.

Entry requirements

Domestic students

International students

Undergraduate 

None. However, applicants must be enrolled in an approved science or engineering degree and have either:

  • completed at least 66 units of a 108 unit degree program
  • completed at least 102 units of a 144 units degree program
  • been deemed by the Course Coordinator to be sufficiently prepared.

Graduate entry

Applicants must hold an approved science or engineering degree from Flinders University, or an equivalent qualification from another approved institution.

Undergraduate 

None. However, applicants must be enrolled in an approved science or engineering degree and have either:

  • completed at least 66 units of a 108 unit degree program
  • completed at least 102 units of a 144 units degree program
  • been deemed by the Course Coordinator to be sufficiently prepared.

Graduate entry

Applicants must hold an approved science or engineering degree from Flinders University, or an equivalent qualification from another approved institution.

English language requirements and entry scores

IELTS: 6.0 (6.0 in writing & speaking) TOEFL: 550 (TWE 4.5) / CBT 213 (essay 4.5) / iBT 80 (writing).

Applications

Domestic students 

International students 

GradStart code: 

2BG006 (Applicable for Graduate entry only)

CRICOS code: 048607F 
Mid-year entry:  YesMid-year entry: Yes 
Apply through: 

Undergraduate: Admissions/Prosective Students Office

Graduate entry: SATAC GradStart

Apply through: International Office  

Credit transfer

Refer to credit transfer for further information.

Annual fees

Place type

Domestic students 

International students 

Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount  $8,254N/A 
Full fee payingN/A $16,200 

Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?

Publications

Domestic students 

International students 

To be provided
2008-2009 Undergraduate International Prospectus (PDF 2MB)

Contact

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Hotline: 1800 803 131 (local call cost)
Email: soak.up.science@flinders.edu.au

School of Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics
Course Co-ordinator: Mr Graham Bignell
Phone: + 61 8 8201 2112
Email:graham.bignell@flinders.edu.au

General domestic students information

Web: Prospective students

Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au

General international students information

Web: International students

Enquiries: Ask Flinders