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Study Health Sciences.

Top 250 in the world for Clinical & Health

(THE Subject Rankings 2024)

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Be fearless

Study Health Sciences.

Top 250 in the world for
Clinical & Health

(THE Subject Rankings 2024)

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Master of Speech Pathology

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Why study a Health Sciences degree at Flinders?

Influence the future of health and go beyond the ordinary in one of Australia's’ fastest growing industries – and prepare yourself for a career with global job opportunities. From treating patients in health clinics, providing preventative self-care, influencing health care policy in government agencies or undertaking life-changing research, the opportunities are limitless.

With over 26 globally recognised health and medical research institutes and centres on campus, studying in Australia at Flinders University will link you to world-renowned researchers.

Prevent, treat, cure and care at Flinders University. Explore your study options across Bedford Park and at our our new Flinders city campus.

Courses available in Health Sciences

New course Midyear entry Midyear entry
Undergraduate
  • Associate Degree in Medical Science (Laboratory Medicine) Midyear entry
  • Bachelor of Disability and Community Inclusion Midyear entry
  • Bachelor of Disability and Developmental Education Midyear entry
  • Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
  • Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science / Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences Midyear entry
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (Physiology and Neuroscience) Midyear entry
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (Therapy Studies) Midyear entry
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (Vision Science) / Master of Optometry
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences / Master of Occupational Therapy
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences / Master of Physiotherapy
  • Bachelor of Human Nutrition Midyear entry
  • Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Bachelor of Speech Pathology
Honours
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) 1 year
Postgraduate
  • Audiology
  • Clinical Education Midyear entry
  • Clinical Exercise Physiology
  • Clinical Rehabilitation Midyear entry
  • Disability Policy and Leadership Midyear entry
  • Disability Practice Midyear entry
  • Disability Practice and Leadership Midyear entry
  • Disability Practice and Leadership (Developmental Education) Midyear entry
  • Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Physiotherapy
  • Speech Pathology
Higher degree by research
  • Clinical Education Midyear entry
  • Doctor of Philosophy
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Prior Published Work Midyear entry
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Disability and Community Inclusion Midyear entry
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Emergencies and Health Security Midyear entry
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Sciences and Allied Health Midyear entry
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Healthy Ageing and Aged Care Midyear entry
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing and Midwifery Midyear entry
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Palliative Care and End of Life Midyear entry
  • Master of Health and Clinical Research Midyear entry

Flinders’ City campus
Where potential meets possibility.

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Flinders’ City campus
Where potential meets possibility.

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The future of medical research is here

New Health & Medical Research Building

Flinders University is investing in a world-class Health and Medical Research Building (HMRB) for Southern Adelaide. As a leading biomedical research facility, it will enable collaboration between researchers, healthcare and industry partners, translating world-class research into improved community healthcare outcomes.

The future of medical research is here

New Health & Medical Research Building

  

Flinders University is investing in a world-class Health and Medical Research Building (HMRB) for Southern Adelaide. As a leading biomedical research facility, it will enable collaboration between researchers, healthcare and industry partners, translating world-class research into improved community healthcare outcomes.

Having led the field in medicine, health and care for nearly 50 years, this significant investment will support Flinders’ ambitious research growth agenda as we build on our reputation as one of Australia’s premier health and medical research universities.

Beyond the immediate benefits to medical research, this exciting development will help attract the best minds from interstate and overseas, provide incredible learning facilities for our students and support Adelaide’s international position as a BioMed City.

Ranked No.1 in SA
in Health Services & Support for full-time employment, learner engagement, learning resources and student support

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

Ranked No.3 in Australia
in Rehabilitation for full-time employment 

The Good Universities Guide 2024 (undergraduate)

Ranked No.1 in Australia
Rehabilitation for learner engagement, overall educational experience, skills development and teaching quality

The Good Universities Guide 2024 (undergraduate)

Globally recognised qualifications

Professionally accredited programs with globally recognised qualifications that increase your job opportunities worldwide.

Flinders Medical Centre

Flinders is the only university in South Australia with an on-campus teaching hospital. The Bedford Park Flinders Medical Centre serves as trauma centre for the southern suburbs, and parts of the Adelaide Hills.

On-campus clinical lab

Flinders Health Sciences clinical skills lab offers students the opportunity to service public patients in their chosen field.

Hands-on industry experience

The majority of Health Sciences programs include practical industry and clinical based placements and internships providing hands-on industry experience and skills.

Ground-breaking research

With over 26 globally recognised health and medical research institutes and centres on campus, you are linked with world-renowned researchers and modern, ground-breaking research. Our degrees always have the latest evidence-based learning outcomes and we work closely with industry and communities to ensure the education of our current and future health workforce is meeting both industry and community needs.

Meet Nutrition & Dietetics student, Karen.

Originally from Colombia, Karen enrolled in a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics at Flinders with a desire to help Australians improve their diets and have access to nutritional information.

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Flinders is a modern institution that offers practical education in state-of-the art facilities with qualified and approachable staff.

Moreover, Adelaide is a great place to study, as a popular destination for international students, with a diverse population that provides numerous opportunities for students.

Kevin Chao, Bachelor of Health Science/Master of Physiotherapy

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“

Flinders provides a multicultural and inclusive community so that international students feel comfortable studying here.

The support I have received from Flinders is amazing. The teaching staff went above and beyond to help us overcome challenges faced by international students, such as language and culture barriers. 

Tam Vo, Master of Occupational Therapy

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