From Eh to Oz
Flinders, located in Adelaide, South Australia, is a truly global and multicultural university, with students from more than 90 countries across the world.
Flinders has been ranked No. 1 for overall student support services and the No. 1 South Australia university for learner engagement, learning resources, and teaching quality. Flinders has also been ranked highly in a number of other survey areas, including work experience availability, safety, arrival services and accommodation access.
Bedford Park
Located just 12 km south of the centre of Adelaide, the Bedford Park campus is Flinders’ main campus. It’s a spacious, elevated site with panoramic views to the coast and over the city.
Accepting Your Offer
Congratulations on receiving your offer!
Here are some important tips to ensure your acceptance process is as easy and smooth as possible.
Important Information
Congratulations once again on receiving your offer!
Please take time to read your offer email and letter of offer carefully and make sure all the information is correct.
Acceptance deadline/offer lapse date: Make sure to complete your acceptance process prior to this date. If a lapse date is not indicated on your letter of offer, we have provided a lapse date for you in your offer email.
This date will give you enough time to submit your acceptance documents, receive your Confirmation of Enrolment, apply for and obtain your student visa, kiss your family and friends goodbye at the airport, and hop on a plane bound for Australia!
Check your name: (As on your passport), birth date, and student (applicant) ID number, campus location
Commencement and completion dates: Plan to arrive in Australia at least two weeks prior to your class start date.
Acceptance deposit amount: Your offer letter gives you the deposit amount required to hold your place.
Tuition fees: Your offer letter will list the total tuition fees.
University’s tuition fee policy: Please note that Flinders reviews all fees annually and these fees are subject to change without notice. It is important to factor this into your financial plan.
Understand Flinders’ refund policy.
Australian Release Policy: It is important to be aware of the Australian Release Policy. If you are considering transferring to another Australian institution, you must be aware that if you apply for a visa, you will be unable to change institutions. You should not apply for a visa unless you are certain you want to attend that university. Please read the Australian Government’s Release Policy for more information. Let us know if you have any questions!
Specific admissions requirements/conditions (if applicable), including vaccination info and certificate requirements.
Declining Your Offer?
In case you choose to decline your offer, please let us know as soon as possible. Let us know by emailing your OzTREKK admissions officer outlining your decision and reason for declining your offer. We will then advise the university on your behalf. This is important because it can potentially open a spot for another student!
How to Accept
Step 1 – Read Your Entire Offer Letter
Ensure that you have read and understood the Acceptance Form and Declaration terms and conditions.
Step 2 – Respond to Offer
Complete, hand-sign, and email us a copy of the Acceptance Form and Declaration.
Step 3 – Pay Acceptance Deposit
Pay the acceptance deposit amount indicated on your offer letter.
Payments must be made through Flinders’ Convera website. Save a copy of your payment receipt. See Paying Via Convera for information about the process.
Step 4 – Email Acceptance Documents to OzTREKK
Email us a copy of your completed Acceptance Form and Declaration and deposit payment receipt. OzTREKK must submit these documents as part of your acceptance to the university.
Step 5 – Receive Your CoE
When your acceptance and payment are processed, the university will create your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). OzTREKK will email your CoE and instructions on how to apply for your Australian student visa.
Payment Methods
Payments must be made through Flinders’ Convera account by credit card (Visa & Mastercard) or wire transfer.
For instructions on how to use Convera, see Paying Via Convera.
#OzTREKKTip: Do not pay by bank draft or cheque.
If you plan to pay your acceptance deposit via credit card, contact the credit card company and advise them that a large payment will soon be processed in Australia in Australian dollars, as it may be deemed a possible fraud attempt.
Accommodation
About Accommodation
Before you get into the nitty gritty about your university-specific accommodation options, it’s important to review the basics of securing long-term accommodation in Australia, which is often the number one predeparture priority of OzTREKK students. If you aren’t living on campus or pre-arranging accommodation before you leave Canada, we highly recommend that you understand how renting a property in Oz works, so you’ll be prepared to hunt for a place to live when you arrive. There are many benefits in arranging housing after you arrive. You can
- physically inspect the property before accepting the terms and conditions of the lease;
- decide whether you will be comfortable in your new neighbourhood;
- assess the noise levels, both by day and night. Remember, you need to be able to sleep and study in your new home;
- check whether it is well-lit at night.
This process still requires preparation. Consider the following when thinking about accommodation:
- Ensure you have temporary accommodation arranged.
- Be prepared financially for the time you may need to spend in temporary accommodation.
- Make housing your first priority.
- Avoid rushing your house hunting. Feeling rushed can hinder your ability to make wise choices.
- Be informed. Before you arrive, read as much as you can about the various housing options and how to arrange them. Then you can get straight into house hunting after you arrive, rather than trying to figure out where to go and what to do.
Things to consider when comparing options
- Location – Take a look at Google Maps when comparing accommodation options!
- Amenities – Kitchen, meal plan, gym, A/C, etc.
- Cost/price range – This will be dependent on the location and amenities, typically the closer to campus and the most amenities offered the higher the price.
Short-term Accommodation
It’s important that you find the right accommodation for you. Ensuring that you inspect a property, meet your housemates, and feel comfortable is important to making sure you have a good experience.
This means that you may need to find some short-term accommodation, so you can take your time finding the right long-term home for you.
Visit the following websites for hotel and backpacker information:
On Campus
Flinders University is just a 20-minute bus ride to Adelaide’s city centre and beaches.
Why live on-campus at Flinders University?
- Walking distance to classes at Bedford Park and Sturt campuses with easy access to public transport.
- Free membership of Flinders Sport and Fitness and easy access to music facilities, library, and computer labs.
- A safe and secure environment with access to university security and student welfare support, 24 hours per day.
- Affordable living with all utilities and free Wi-Fi access included.
Flinders Living offers two experiences:
University Hall
Accommodation is collegiate-style with single bedrooms and shared bathroom and kitchenette facilities. Rooms are provided with linen and are conveniently located with easy access to the university. University Hall offers a common room with a large screen television, vending machines for snacks, as well as laundry facilities. During the academic year you will be able to eat in the dining room.
Deirdre Jordan Village
Each of the 90 fully-equipped, self-contained units include a common living and dining area, full kitchen, bathroom, and bedrooms for 2–6 students.
The Deirdre Jordan Village includes a community centre (with a large common room, seminar rooms and a music room), two central laundries, and outdoor recreation and barbecue areas.
Off Campus, Managed
With Flinders University’s convenient location and so many transport and accommodation options available, living off campus is easy.
The residences listed here are student-specific, but are privately owned and independently run.
- UniLodge Adelaide (multiple locations)
- The Switch
- Scape Adelaide Central
- Yugo Adelaide
Access the private accommodation database to learn more about living off campus.
Private Rentals
This is the most popular option for students from Canada studying at Australian universities. Apartments are also referred to as “flats” by Aussies. If you plan to live in off-campus rental accommodation, we recommend that you do not sign any agreement before you come to Australia and have seen the property for yourself.
The majority of Flinders students live in suburbs along the major transport corridors of South Road, Fiveash Drive, Goodwood Road, and Sturt Road.
Flinders Private Accommodation Database
The accommodation database has been designed to assist students in their search for housing. To attract as many listings as possible the database is provided free-of-charge to any person who would like to list available housing. This database lists private housing options submitted by students, members of the wider university community and the general public. It includes listings for rentals, shared accommodation and board arrangements.
Access the private accommodation database and learn more about living off campus (at the bottom of the page).
To find off-campus accommodation providers, rental tips, property advice, etc., visit
Look for a Place and a Roommate
- Have a look at student.com and type in your city!
- Roomgo
- Flatmates
- Gumtree
The Burbs
One of the key components of your research will be to get a feel for the city/town in which you will reside. Public transportation options are key to understanding where you could live based on where your university is located and which bus/train/tram/ ferry travels to and from campus. Spend some time reviewing the city maps, become familiar with potential suburbs in which you could reside, and visit Australian public transportation sites.
Some students choose to buy a car, which broadens their options. The beachside suburbs of Brighton and Glenelg are popular. Suburbs between Bedford Park and Victoria Square campus are Mile End, Plympton, Cumberland Park, Goodwood and Camden Park.
City accommodation is often on a direct bus route to the Bedford Park campus.
Suburbs close to Flinders University, Bedford Park campus and accessible by public transport:
- Bedford Park
- Clovelly Park
- Edwardstown
- Melrose Park
- St Marys
- Mitchell Park
- Flagstaff Hill
- Panorama
- Pasadena
- Sturt
Adelaide Metro Card
You need to get around town, right? For public transportation, make sure you get a Concession Card (for students). You might need to get your Flinders Card first to prove that you’re a student. From there you can top up with a few options, such as 14 days or 28 days.
- Learn more about Adelaide Metro.
- There are apps you can use to help you use Adelaide Metro buses, trains, and trams!
Airport Pick-ups
Airport pick-up services may be running under additional restrictions. Please check with providers before booking.
About Airport Pick-ups
To make your start in Adelaide as easy as possible, International Student Services offers a free meet and greet service for new international students. Please make full use of this service, especially if you have not travelled to Australia before and have no friends or family in Adelaide. This is the best way to avoid stress upon arrival!
A member of our arrival team will meet you at Adelaide Airport, at the railway station or at the Central Bus Station and take you to your temporary or permanent accommodation. This service is also free for accompanying family members.
All you need to do to is book the free meet-and-greet service. This service is only available if your booking is received at least five days before you arrive.
Advice from OzTREKK Students
Each year we send a survey to the students in their first year of studying in Australia, then we compile the info.
Read our Flinders University Students’ Advice to get all the insider tips (copied directly from the survey!) for a smooth transition to studying at Flinders.
- University
- Program
- Adjustment to living in Australia
- Accommodation (Where? How much? How long did it take to find?)
- Work outside the classroom
