School Recommendation Program

Your performance in the final year of secondary education is not always a true indicator of your ability to succeed at university. We will consider your school’s recommendation about your academic performance and potential for university study for admission to a wide range of Flinders courses.

What courses can I apply for?

The School Recommendation Program allows you to apply for admission to the majority of courses offered at Flinders.

* Additional requirements apply such as a portfolio, audition/interview, teaching capabilities statement or subject pre-requisites.

Courses you can apply for via the School Recommendation Program

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Are you eligible to apply

You are eligible to apply for the School Recommendation Program if you are:

applying for a Flinders course starting next year AND
have experienced educational disadvantage (medical and/or compassionate) AND
currently enrolled in Year 12/13 OR
enrolled in an alternate education pathway (FLO/VET).

How to apply

Apply for a Flinders course through the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC).
Download and complete Section A of the School Recommendation Application Form (PDF) (attaching any relevant documentation and two of your latest school reports).
Arrange for the School Principal or delegate to complete and sign Section B and return to the University by the end of December. Late applications may be considered. Please contact us to discuss your options.

Selection

Your application will be considered on a combination of:

principal/school statement
applicant statement
two latest school reports
overall performance at Year 11/12 studies (including subjects and subject combinations that may not be counted towards an ATAR)
illustration of achievements in other aspects of life and other studies, where relevant (TAFE/VET/community involvement/work experience/volunteering).