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Flinders University is fearlessly growing its reputation as a world leader in research, an innovator in contemporary education and a source of enterprising graduates equipped to change the world.  \nWe want your child to be one of those graduates, and we will support and empower them to graduate career ready, with the skills and knowledge to take on the world.  \nWelcome to Flinders University.  \nWhy Flinders?  \nJoin a university that can take you anywhere.  \nFlinders is ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world.  \n(THE World University Rankings 2023 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities)  \n\n| Study with the best.\u003Cbr>South Australia’s No. 1 university for learner engagement, skills development and student support.\u003Cbr>(The Good Universities Guide 2022 (undergraduate), public SA-founded universities only) |\n| --- |\n| Graduate career readiness.\u003Cbr>Real world learning is core to the Flinders study experience. Work integrated learning with industry placements and projects to ensure your child is graduate career ready. |\n\nLive on campus.  \nWe are the only South Australian University that offers on-campus accommodation, with easy access to a vibrant student culture.  \nFlinders University acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which its campuses are located, these are the Traditional Lands of the Arrernte, Dagoman, First Nations of the South East, First Peoples of the River Murray & Mallee region, Jawoyn, Kaurna, Larrakia, Ngadjuri, Ngarrindjeri, Ramindjeri, Warumungu, Wardaman and Yolngu people. We honour their Elders past, present and emerging.  \nPage 2-Parents’ guide to University  \nMaking the move from high school to university  \nUniversity is different from high school, with a strong focus on independent learning, time management and personal responsibility.  \nAs a parent, you may have been heavily involved with your child’s secondary schooling. You probably went to parent/teacher meetings, you may have received newsletters or had various updates on your child’s progress available through a school portal. At university, as students enter an adult learning environment, they become responsible for their own education.  \nStudents at Flinders are treated as adults, and are entirely responsible for managing their time, picking their topics and staying on top of assessments. While a lot can be done online, attendance on campus is strongly encouraged for the best learning and academic results.  \nIt can be a big jump for some students, but don’t worry. We have a strong support structure in place to help them succeed.  \nTo help with their transition here’s a list of some of the basic differences.  \nBook a personalised campus tour with your child during the school holidays.  \nHigh School University  \nAttendance  \n\n| Fixed Timetables. Students are required to attend all classes during school hours.\u003Cbr>Class hours | More flexibility. 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