Foundation
Studies.

Foundation Studies.

Your fast-track to university.

What is the Foundation Studies course?

5-week, 4-month or 7-month options

View eligibility requirements

Enquire or book a 1:1 appointment

Flinders Foundation Studies - your pathway into Uni.

Not everyone steps straight from school into university, and not everyone takes the same pathway to study. No matter when you graduated from high school, or even if you didn't, you could start a degree at Flinders through our Foundations Studies program.

Flinders Foundation Studies is a university bridging course designed to give you the confidence and skills you need to start one of over 30 Flinders degrees. In as short as 5 weeks, or via a 4-month or 7-month program, you could step into a Flinders degree and start your fearless journey to a new career. And the best part? Foundation Studies is government funded, so there is no cost to you.*

It’s time to take the first steps towards a new career.

Free* pathway
into Uni

Online or
on campus

Direct entry
to over 30 degrees

Foundation Studies 5-week intensive program

Applications for our 5-week intensive Foundation Studies program are now open! Intake begins in May 2023.

— 5 weeks of intensive study

— Classes during business hours

— Online or on campus

— Course begins in May 2023

— Direct entry to start your dream degree in July 2023

“I felt a great sense of achievement and happiness that I was able to complete a course through Flinders University whilst juggling my out of school commitments. I was honestly shocked when I found out I got into my preferred degree. When I found out I was ecstatic.”

Read Tallulha's story

“There was a lot of support during the intensive with a lot of feedback on all our work and how to make it better as there is always something to improve on, which I always appreciate. We also got introduced to all the different learning services available to us.”

Read Breanna's story

What will you learn in the Foundation Studies course?

Foundation Studies has been carefully designed to prepare you for university study.

Whether you take the fast-tracked 5-week intensive program, the 4-month program or the longer 7-month program, you’ll gain:

university-level study skills and an understanding of university life
digital literacy and reading skills
academic communication skills
critical thinking and analytical skills
the confidence that you're prepared and ready to start your degree.

Where will you study?

Online from anywhere. Whether you live in regional Australia or in a metropolitan area, you can study online from the comfort of your home.

On-campus from one of four locations across metro Adelaide:

Flinders University, Bedford Park (daytime and evening classes)
TAFE SA Adelaide (daytime classes)
TAFE SA Noarlunga (daytime classes)
TAFE SA Elizabeth (daytime classes)

What is the time commitment required?

The contact hours and study times will differ depending on the location and mode of study you choose, but the class times are consistent each week to enable you to plan your life around study.

Foundation Studies Timetable Semester 1, 2023

Foundation Studies Timetable Semester 2, 2023

Foundation Studies Timetable 5-week Intensive

Guaranteed entry to over 30 degrees Flinders University

If you successfully complete the Foundation Studies Program, Flinders University will guarantee your entry to the following undergraduate degrees:

You are also eligible to apply for other courses upon successful completion of the Foundation Studies Program. However, selection is competitive so it pays to work hard and achieve the best results you can.

You can apply for most courses via internal transfer. Check the internal transfer page to see if the course is available via internal transfer or if a SATAC application is required.

Step into a Flinders degree sooner than you think

Fast-tracked 5-week intensive option

Free*
Online or on campus (Bedford park)
All classes during business hours
Start 29 May 2023

Start your degree in July 2023

*applications are now open

Standard 4-month option

Free*
Online or on campus (Adelaide city, Noarlunga or Elizabeth options available)
Classes during business hours
Start in February or July

Start your degree in 2024

*applications for July are now open

Standard 7-month option

Free*
On campus (Bedford park)
Evening classes
Start in February

Start your degree in 2024

*this option is now closed for 2023

Intensive
5 weeks full-time

The 5-week intensive course allows you to fast-track your university entry with 2 hours in class (online or on campus) during business hours plus 4 hours of independent study each day.

Standard
4 months or 7 months

Flinders Foundation Studies offers a 4-month and a 7-month course that gives you plenty of time to study around your lifestyle. On completion, you’ll be ready to start your new degree at Flinders in 2024.

Join the 4-month option starting in July or February, or the 7-month option in February.

Applications for the May Intensive and July 4-months option are now open.

If you have any questions about the program, or need any pathway advice please submit an enquiry and we will get in touch.

Make an Enquiry

Who is eligible to apply?

This program is for Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens who have not previously studied at university and do not hold a TAFE/VET Advanced Diploma.

This program is not available to students enrolled in Year 12 studies (South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) or equivalent) or to students enrolled below Year 12 studies; or to those who were eligible to be enrolled in Year 12 studies in the year they wish to commence this program.

How do I apply?

Applications for the Foundation Studies course should be submitted through the Online Application System portal.

Refer to the enrolment guides below or contact 1300 354 633 for assistance with the application process.

Intensive, online and on campus location options are available to choose after a successful application has been made.

Foundation Studies enrolment guide

Applications for the May Intensive and July 4 month option are now open

Download the FFSP Application and Enrolment guide

Securing your place after you’ve received an offer letter

To secure your place in this course, you need to take the following steps as soon as possible and by no later than the course start date:

Ensure you have activated your Flinders Account. To do this you need your Student ID and date of birth (your Student ID is provided in your offer letter);

Log on to Compass, and click on the Student Systems icon under the My Systems section;

Complete a Commonwealth Assistance Form (CAF) which can be accessed through the ‘My Commonwealth Assistance’ tab at the top of the page in the Student System. There is a demonstration video available to help you if you need assistance;

Click on the ‘My Enrolment’ tab found at the top of the page in the Student System and read and agree to the enrolment declaration before commencing your enrolment.

Visit Compass

Attend a webinar

Understand the pathways and programs available for prospective students.

Makaylah used Flinders' Foundation Studies as a pathway to study a Bachelor of Creative Industries (Film & Television)

“I wanted to go to uni, but I did have a few muck-ups in year 12 which meant I couldn't receive an ATAR. I was looking for different ways to get into uni and that's when I discovered the Foundation Studies course.”

Have Questions?

Get in touch with our team to see if you qualify for our Foundation courses, or to request a 1:1 appointment with our advisors.

Contact us

1300 354 633

askflinders@flinders.edu.au

* This is a Commonwealth Government funded program, meaning there are no fees charged to undertake the course. Upon successful completion of the program, students are able to undertake further university studies.

**This program is for Australian citizens, Australian permanent residents and New Zealand citizens who have not previously studied at university and do not hold a TAFE/VET Advanced Diploma.

This program is not available to students enrolled in Year 12 studies (South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) or equivalent) or to students enrolled below Year 12 studies; or to those who were eligible to be enrolled in Year 12 studies in the year they wish to commence this program.

Foundation
Studies.

Foundation Studies.

Free* pathway
into Uni

Online or
on campus