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    Bachelor of Science (Plant Science)

    Flinders University

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    Australia, Adelaide

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    336

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    110756G

    Campuses

    Bedford Park

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026
    Apply to this program

    Go to the official application for the university

    Duration 3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 41,400  / year
    Next Intake March-2026

    Bachelor of Science (Plant Science)

    About

    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.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    General Secondary Education Certificate

    In order to gain entry, an additional year of study following the qualification; this may include a Foundation Studies Program, one year of study at a higher education insitute or equivalent. Please note no credit will be granted on the basis of these studies.

    English Program Requirements

    Career

    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.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    AUD 41,400 

    Application Fee

    AUD  

    How to Apply

    Select your course or program

    FUA English Language Program

    With our Academic English program, you can improve your ability to communicate in English and the skills you need for further academic study.

    FUA Foundation Studies

    Recommended for successful year 11 international high school graduates looking to start their Australian education who need a preparation program for the skills needed for university study.

    FUA Diplomas

    Developed by Flinders academics, our diplomas tailored to your next step are ideal if you do not meet academic or English language entry requirements for entry into your Flinders University destination degree.

    Wondering where you fit?

    Browse our Flinders University Academy course page to discover which course is right for you.

    Unsure what to choose?

    Consider which study area you wish to transition into through your destination degree.

    Find an agent

    Many students prefer to use an agent to assist them with the application process. We have a wide range of trusted agents who you can contact to help you through the application process. 

    Students from certain countries must submit their application through a registered Flinders agent. 

    The full list of countries requiring agent assistance is here.

    If there is not an agent in your country, please contact us for further advice.

    Apply online

    You can apply to study at Flinders University via an authorised agent in your country, or you may submit your application yourself. Refer to Step 4 to see if you need an Education Agent to assist with your application.

    If there is not an agent in your country, please contact us for further advice.

    Obtain certified documents

    All academic documentation submitted to Flinders electronically must be certified. We also require certified copies of passports for applicants from some countries. Original documentation may be submitted by post or in person, but we are unable to guarantee return of these original documents.

    Persons authorised to certify documents within Australia include:

    • a Justice of the Peace (currently registered in Australia)
    • a barrister or solicitor
    • a police officer
    • an employee of Australia Post
    • a Flinders International staff member
    • an official Flinders University agent.

    Persons authorised to certify documents outside Australia include:

    • an Australian Embassy official or Australian Consular official
    • the registrar of the university that issued the transcript or parchment
    • a Flinders University staff member
    • an official Flinders University agent
    • a Notary Public (excluding India and Nepal).

    Submit your application and documents

    You will need to upload all required documents prior to being able to submit your application so it is important you have these ready. 

    File types able to be uploaded include PDF, JPEG, TIF and GIF.

    If you need assistance completing your application find an agent in your country.

    Your application is now complete

    Flinders University will send you and/or your agent an email confirming we have received your application.

    The email will contain your Flinders University Application Number and you should take special note of this as you will need to quote this in any correspondence while your application is being assessed. 

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    Bachelor of Science (Plant Science)

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