Flinders University

Bachelor of Science (Plant Biology)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The plant biology major involves study in areas such as Australian environmental change, diversity of plants and algae, animal and plant physiology, conservation biology and restoration ecology, and food biotechnology.

Delivery mode

Flinders University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • Sturt Rd, Bedford Park

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission Pathways

You have recent secondary education

  • If you’ve finished Year 12 (and do not have more than 2 years of higher education study), or are currently studying Year 12 and complete the SACE/IB (or interstate equivalent) you are eligible to compete for uni entry via your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

    • You have completed vocational education and training (VET)

  • If you have TAFE/VET qualifications (Cert 3 or higher) you are eligible to apply. Note, admission is competitive and most courses require higher than Certificate 3 level for admission.

    • You have completed some higher education

  • If you have completed the equivalent of at least one semester (full-time) but no more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you may be considered for entry to most courses on the basis of your higher education results or any other qualifications that meet the University's entry requirements (eg Year 12 results or VET qualifications).
  • If you have completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you will normally be considered for entry on the basis of your higher education results only.

    • You have work and life experience

    • If you have not had the opportunity to gain access to university by traditional means there are these options.
    • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
    • Flinders Foundation Studies Program
    • Skills Assessment Program
    • Year 12 qualifications

    Adjustment factors available

    • Guaranteed selection rank 70.00
    • TAFElink
    • Certificate IV or above
    Additional requirements may apply.

    Course fees

    Estimated Fee* $27,540 $114,900 Fees are based on full-time study.

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    Study mode On Campus
    Duration 3 Years
    Estimated fee* $27,540 $114,900

    Career opportunities

    The Bachelor of Science (Plant Biology) will prepare you for the following roles.

    Plant Physiologist

    A Plant Physiologist studies the functions and processes of plants, focusing on how they grow, develop, and adapt to their environment. You might w...

    Avg yearly income $88,400
    Entry barriers Low

    Plant Biologist

    A Plant Biologist studies plant life and its interactions with the environment. You might work in research facilities, universities, or agricultura...

    Avg yearly income $83,200
    Entry barriers Low

    Conservation Biologist

    A Conservation Biologist studies and works to protect Australia’s diverse ecosystems and wildlife. You might work in national parks, research insti...

    Avg yearly income $79,664
    Entry barriers Low

    Botanist

    A Botanist studies plants of a particular species or a particular geographical area. You might carry out field work and perform tests on a range of...

    Avg yearly income $90,064
    Entry barriers Low

    Horticulturalist

    A Horticulturalist works in a range of different fields to cultivate green areas or help other people select plants. You might work with farmers to...

    Avg yearly income $68,900
    Entry barriers Low

    About Flinders University

    Flinders has a vision to be internationally recognised as a world leader in research, an innovator in contemporary education, and the source of Australia’s most enterprising graduates.

    Flinders University has developed a remarkable record of achievement across an impressive range of endeavour.

    Through the diverse efforts of an eclectic cohort of teachers, researchers and graduates, Flinders has exerted a profound and distinctive influence on society and in its various communities.

    Operating since 1966
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