Flinders University
Flinders is a middle-ranked university in Australia and in the top 500 in the world.
Flinders University is ranked #364 in the world, based on a composite of QS, Times, ARWU, and Webometrics rankings. In Australia, Flinders is ranked #21 out of 42 universities.
Flinders University (Flinders) is an accessible university based in Adelaide. Flinders was established in 1966 in Bedford Park, 12 km from the city centre. As well as the main campus, Flinders has study centres across SA and the NT.
Website: flinders.edu.au | Campuses: Adelaide (Bedford Park, Victoria Square, Clovelly Park), Mt Gambier, Port Lincoln, Renmark [SA], Darwin, Alice Springs, Katherine, Nhulunbuy [NT]
World Ranking
Global Ranking: 364
Flinders University is ranked #364 in the world. It falls within the 250-300 range in THE ranking and is placed at #336 according to QS.
QS ranking: 336
Times Higher Education: 275
ARWU: 450
Webometrics: 393
Australia Ranking
Australia Rank: 21
Flinders University is the 21st-ranked university in Australia, behind Western Sydney University and the University of Tasmania, but ahead of the University of South Australia and James Cook University.
Above: University of Newcastle (18), UTAS (19), Western Sydney University (20)
Below: UniSA (22), James Cook University (23), Swinburne (24)
Is Flinders University Good?
Flinders University offers a peaceful study environment at its main campus in Bedford Park, set on a hill with views of the coast and surrounding parklands. This natural setting provides a quiet space for students to focus.
Peaceful location
Low fee courses
Low cost of living
Flinders is also appealing for its affordability. Many of its courses are offered at low fees, especially for Commonwealth-supported students. Adelaide itself has a lower cost of living compared to other major Australian cities.
Satisfaction: 75.4%
Flinders University reviews show satisfaction levels of 73.3% for bachelor degrees and 77.5% for postgraduate students, slightly below national averages. Uni Reviews provides individual ratings and comments.
How Many Students?
Students: 24,962
Flinders University had a total of 24,962 students in 2024, making it the 27th largest university in Australia. Flinders is the 3rd biggest uni in South Australia.
- International students: 6,283 (25%)
- Postgraduate students: 9,748 (39%)
- Gender ratio: 64% Female : 36% Male
- On-campus students: 20,359 (82%)
Biggest strength: Health (34% of enrolments here vs 18% nationally).
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate: 80%
The Flinders University acceptance rate is 80%. Among students with an ATAR that qualifies for university, 20% are unable to be admitted into their preferred degree.
Required ATAR: 60
It is easy to get into Flinders University, with a minimum ATAR of 60 on average. At the time of publishing, the ATAR threshold was 60 for Arts, Bachelor of Business, and Science degrees.
Is Flinders University Online?
Yes, Flinders University offers online courses. Around 18% of students study online. Popular fields of study at Flinders University Online include Health, Education, and Management. Flinders is in the category of open universities, highlighting a commitment to accessible online education.
Flinders University Review
Independent review by Australian Universities. Discover what it’s like to study at Flinders University — a suburban Adelaide campus known for health, psychology, education, and strong student support.