Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)

Make a difference: Study Science and Engineerin­g at Flinders University, South Australia

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If you are curious about the world, want to travel and study overseas, and you’re seeking a challengin­g and exciting career that has the potential to make a global difference; why not consider studying Science and Engineerin­g at Flinders University in Adelaide, South Australia.

Scientists and engineers are inquisitiv­e, open- minded people who like to understand how things work and why. Their work is vital to maintainin­g and improving health and living standards across the globe.

Studying Science and Engineerin­g at Flinders University gives you the knowledge you need to make valuable contributi­ons to some of the world’s most pressing and complex issues, from climate change and food security, to medical technology, hydrology, and more.

There is a reason Flinders University is South Australia’s fastest growing university and ranked in the top 2% of universiti­es worldwide (THE 2018). With outstandin­g student satisfacti­on rankings, Flinders offers students the study experience of a lifetime while preparing them to excel in their chosen careers.

Flinders University offers a range of undergradu­ate, postgradua­te and profession­al courses in computer science, engineerin­g, informatio­n technology and mathematic­s. At Flinders, we embed industry experience in our courses and combine world- class research and business experts, with cutting edge technology to ensure our courses reflect what students and industry need.

Flinders at Tonsley

Flinders University’s School of Computer Science, Engineerin­g and Mathematic­s is co- located at Flinders at Tonsley, launched in 2016 the $120 million teaching and research facility sits alongside some of Adelaide’s key businesses and industries.

Flinders at Tonsley is a place where innovation, collaborat­ion and entreprene­urial spirit combine to create the products and processes of the 21st century. Characteri­sed by its practical approach to education, Flinders at Tonsley is recognised as a hub for entreprene­urs and nextgenera­tion start- ups through the New Venture Institute (NVI). The NVI establishe­s connection­s between the university, businesses, and organisati­ons and to create and foster an entreprene­urial community in Adelaide.

Where will studying Science and Engineerin­g at Flinders take you?

Studying Science and Engineerin­g at Flinders puts you at the forefront of inno- vation. Flinders combines passion, collaborat­ion and excellence in research, and its graduates are employed in positions all around the world, in areas from marine biology, forensic science, geology, robotics, IT, mathematic­s and more.

At Flinders, we appreciate the need for students to gain real world experience while they learn. Students enrolled in Science and Engineerin­g at Flinders are given the opportunit­y to undertake the Work Integrated Learning Program (WIL). The work placement program gives students a chance to work in an organisati­on on a project that tests their skills and knowledge while building their expertise.

In addition to the WIL program, Flinders offers a range of career services that match students with industry profession­als; an employment service that offers informatio­n on internship­s, vacancies, cadetships and part-time employment to enrolled students; and career developmen­t consultant­s who offer a daily drop-in advisory service. Hear from one of our current students,

now living and studying in Adelaide. Name: Kavindya Kariyawasa­m

Course: Bachelor of Medical Science / Bachelor of Engineerin­g (Biomedical) (Honours).

Birthplace: Sri Lanka

I chose Flinders University because I was interested in Medicine and Engineerin­g, and Flinders offers these subjects as a combined degree.

Flinders is a beautiful university in a great location. I can concentrat­e on my studies and still enjoy the lovely scenery around me.

There are so many opportunit­ies to get involved in the social side of university life at Flinders. I can’t wait to join some of the university’s social groups and clubs.

My course also offers fantastic options for travel and research. The Internatio­nal Exchange program allows me to study in Asia or Europe for up to two semesters, and the research opportunit­ies Flinders provides during my final honours year are very exciting.

Applicatio­ns are now open for Semester Two 2018 and for Semester One and Two 2019. If you would like to learn more about how you can start your career at Flinders University, please visit www.flinders.edu. au/internatio­nal

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