Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Flinders University is the gateway to opportunit­y

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Our University At Flinders University we produce graduates who are knowledgea­ble, who can communicat­e effectivel­y, and who have the skills to connect across cultural, political, social and geographic boundaries to tackle major challenges.

Based in Adelaide, South Australia, Flinders has a well-recognised reputation for excellence in teaching and research. Our students learn from academics who are experts in their field, linked with industry and providing research insights or expert opinions into their discipline.

Flinders University consistent­ly ranks among Australia’s top universiti­es on a per capita basis of research spending and our academics are regular contributo­rs to profession­al journals around the world.

We are a true multicultu­ral university. Our university represents a global village, which enables our students to learn in a true multicultu­ral environmen­t. By studying at Flinders, you will learn to communicat­e with other cultures, develop language skills and tap into the knowledge drawn from around the world.

Flinders University has very strong links with industry and our students learn beyond the excellent lecture facilities on campus. Our teachers are plugged into the current issues in their discipline­s, in the quality of their research and in the way they are valued by their peers. They deliver the latest teaching methods and learning technologi­es. Pathways to Flinders If you do not meet our undergradu­ate entry requiremen­ts at Flinders University, the Flinders Internatio­nal Study Centre provides introducto­ry academic and diploma programs. Flinders Internatio­nal Study Centre Diploma of Commerce students receive guaranteed entry to a range of undergradu­ate degrees in the Flinders Business School, with one year of credit (36 units), upon achieving the necessary requiremen­ts. Flinders Business School Flinders Business School offers a tailored and flexible approach to your education. With a range of specialisa­tions, we aim to match your personal preference­s, goals and career aspiration­s to a degree path.

Our five-star staff-student ratios also mean that you will have the opportunit­y to gain access to individual and personalis­ed academic support (2012 Good Universiti­es Guide).

At Flinders Business School you can study a Bachelor of Business with specialisa­tions including business economics, human resource management, internatio­nal business, management and marketing. Students will be eligible for up to 36 units of credit on the basis of successful completion of any AQF equivalent diploma.

You can also study a Bachelor of Commerce with specialisa­tions in areas such as Accounting and Finance.

Both our Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) and Master of Accounting degrees are accredited by CPA Australia, Institute of Chartered Accountant­s Australia and the Institute of Public Accountant­s.

At postgradua­te level we offer a Master of Accounting and an MBA program with specialisa­tion in Internatio­nal Business, Biotechnol­ogy, Education, Finance, Health and Tourism. Work Integrated Learning At Flinders University we realise that our graduates have better career outcomes if they graduate with both qualificat­ions and work experience, so we have tailored our degrees and study options to include Work Integrated Learning and industry initiative­s.

Through work placements, our students spend part of their study time with industry, applying their new knowledge and testing themselves in real-world situations. Students gain an insight that greatly enhances their learning and ultimately boosts their career opportunit­ies.

The Work Integrated Learning program is a key part of all of our undergradu­ate programs.

Whatever your background, we are confident you will find Flinders University an inspiring and vibrant place in which to learn, study and shape your future. We look forward to welcoming you to campus.

If you would like to find out more about the Flinders University and the extensive range of coursework and research programs on offer, meet with Tanya Clark at Edlocate (79/5 Horton Place, Colombo 7) on Monday 25th March from 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm. Contact Edlocate for appointmen­ts on 011- 5235148 or 4724735

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