Study Environment.

Ranked #4 in Australia and #39 in the world for Water Resources

(2023 Academic Ranking of World Universities)

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Study Environment.

Ranked #4 in Australia and #39 in the world for Water Resources

(2023 Academic Ranking of World Universities)

Apply now

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Why study an Environment degree at Flinders University?

With Environmental Science degrees in Animal Behaviour, Biodiversity and Conservation, Biotechnology, Geospatial Information Systems, Life Sciences, Marine Biology and Plant Science, Flinders will equip you with the skills to address challenges such as climate change, biodiversity, deforestation, pollution and species extinction.

When you study at Flinders, you'll be taught by experienced academics to gain diverse knowledge and skills for a range of career opportunities, while learning to solve problems and find solutions to our current and future environmental challenges. You'll learn in our state-of-the-art facilities, including our on campus high-tech laboratories, Biology Discovery Centre, Animal Conservation House and take advantage of Flinders beautiful natural environment and wildlife. Plus, you'll get career-ready with industry placements that give you hands-on training.

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Ranked No.2 in Australia
in Agriculture & Environmental Studies for learning resources

The Good Universities Guide 2024 (undergraduate)

Ranked No.1 in SA
in Agriculture & Environmental Studies for learning resources.

The Good Universities Guide 2024 (undergraduate), public SA-founded universities only.

Ranked No. 3 in Australia
in Agriculture & Environmental Studies for overall educational experience

The Good Universities Guide 2023 (undergraduate)

A multi-disciplinary approach

Combines study of environmental science with understanding about the political and developmental dimensions to global environmental challenges.

Diverse knowledge and skillsets

Examine and understand the components of the earth system: atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere and geosphere. Gain a broad spectrum of knowledge for a range of career opportunities.

Work with international industry

You’ll work with industry and government at a national and international level to improve environmental outcomes.

Analyse, identify and adapt

Learn to analyse data to identify patterns and trends in environmental conditions.

"To see how much influence water has on people and the environment, it’s so important to manage it because it is a finite resource...I have been very lucky to participate in many classes where we have gone out and had that opportunity as well as many extracurricular work experiences."

Rachel Roberts,
Bachelor of Science in Hydrology

Hear from Flinders’ Environment experts and students and discover what it is like to study Environment at Flinders.

Connect with industry leaders

Get career-ready, you will benefit from our strong connections to industry leaders that will provide you with real-world experience through our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements.

With a huge range of 12 to 20-week industry placement opportunities in South Australia, Australia and overseas, WIL can be in the form of internships, field education, vocational and professional practice, including projects with industry and community organisations. They will improve your employability by giving you valuable practical experience in a workplace setting directly related to the degree you’re studying.

Our students and graduates are also strongly supported throughout their studies and beyond, and you’ll have access to an exclusive network of Flinders alumni that will continue long into your career.

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I chose to study at Flinders because of its modernity, convenience, and many wonderful support programs

Learning at Flinders is exciting as I have numerous resources, both online and offline. The staff, lecturers, and topic coordinators are wonderful. It’s a safe, active, creative environment for international students from all around the world. Here, we have lots of support to enhance and build your career – Flinders is always the right choice.

Linh Pham, Master of Science (Aquaculture)

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Flinders has a really good department of Water Resources, which is why I chose to study here

When I had the opportunity to go to the campus in Bedford Park, I noticed it was a very comfortable and modern university. It’s a great place to learn. I also liked that Adelaide was cheaper compared to other cities. If you want to learn with the best and the latest advances in scientific knowledge, and also be part of an environment with many different cultures, I recommend going to Flinders.