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Bachelor of Science (Plant Science)

Study Plant Science at Flinders

Harvest Knowledge, Study Plant Science.

Explore how plants survive and thrive in their environment and what strategies we can employ to maintain plant productivity in response to global change.

Invest in a career working with the oldest and best solar panels on earth - plants! This degree will have you working with plants hands-on, including oceanic algae, life-supporting crops, and our precious native flora. You'll graduate with employer ready skills in plant physiology, molecular biology, and ecology, preparing you for a career in agriculture, horticulture, biotechnology, environment and conservation.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2023 selection rank

70.00

Guaranteed selection rank

70.00

TAFElink

Certificate IV or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

244681

Delivery mode
In person:
  • – Bedford Park
Online: No
Duration

3 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee
  • 2023: $8,301
How are these fees calculated?
Start dates
  • – March
  • – July

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Why study Plant Science at Flinders?

  • Due to the University’s unique and threatened natural surroundings, students will have the opportunity to help repair and explore the natural plant world through more than just the classroom, laboratory or greenhouse.
  • Study in an environment that gives you the real lived experience of being a plant scientist - Flinders doesn’t just teach plant science, it does it!
  • Learn about plants on a molecular level, right through to whole plant ecosystems whilst being surrounded by South Australia’s unique botanical environment every day!

Your career

Studying Plant Science will prepare you for opportunities in areas such as environmental management and sustainability, working in the horticulture sector, and helping make advancements in food technology.

Potential occupations include:

  • Botanist
  • Ecologist
  • Biosecurity officer
  • Environmental scientist
  • Sustainability officer

 

Potential employers include:

  • Government agencies
  • Non-government organisations
  • Consultancies
  • Horticultural sector
  • Food technology companies.

What you will study

First year
  • In the first year you will learn about plant science, receive an introduction to chemistry, study biostatistics, and explore biodiversity and conservation.

Second year
  • The second year will expand on the first year core topics, introducing biodiversity and ecology, biochemistry, learning about innovation in STEM alongside elective subjects

Third year
  • The final year of study will focus on the functions of plant systems, the impacts of global climate change, restoration ecology, molecular biology, and an optional research project.

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ATAR and Selection Rank profile

The ATAR and Selection Rank profile shows data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR who commenced the course in the previous admission year. As this course is new there is currently no ATAR and Selection Rank data available.

Student Profile

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The Bachelor of Science (Plant Science) has an incredible offering for students — part of the curriculum will be devoted to authentic input from indigenous people and their cultural use, understanding and relationship with local plants. With the abundance of native plants on the Bedford Park campus, you will have a unique insight into how plants shape our environment and how they shape us.

Pursue multiple passions with a combined degree

You can combine this degree with any other bachelor degree within the College of Science and Engineering, subject to meeting entry requirements.

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How to apply

1

Choose your preferred course.

 

2

Check the entry requirements and admission pathways available to you.

 

3

Choose other courses to include in your preferences.

 

4

Visit SATAC and submit your application online.

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

Find the entry path that’s right for you.

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When choosing your preferences through SATAC, you might want to include the Bachelor of Science in your list.

How to apply

1

Select your course.

 

2

Check entry requirements.

 

3

Check your eligibility for credit.

 

5

Obtain certified documents.

 

6

Submit your application and documents.

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If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Course enquiries

Want more information about studying at Flinders University? Contact us to find out more – we’d love to help you decide if Flinders University is the right choice for you.

Course enquiries

For all course enquiries phone or email us or complete the course enquiry form.

1300 354 633

askflinders@flinders.edu.au

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Last Updated: 09 May 2023
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