Flinders offers school leavers entry to medicine
Flinders University will offer school leavers an accelerated pathway into its popular medical course in 2010.
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Donated equipment aids future crime-fighters
High-tech analysis equipment donated by the State Government will make education and training for forensic science students at Flinders University even more authentic.
New Fulbright Scholarship extends research scope
The Fulbright Scholarships, the most prestigious cultural and educational exchange program between Australia and America, have been significantly enhanced with the establishment of the Fulbright South Australia Scholarship.
Flinders enhances teaching experience with BURF investment
Flinders University will be able to tap the knowledge and wisdom of Indigenous elders and enhance the learning experience for its medical students following the opening of a refurbished lecture theatre in the University’s School of Medicine by Acting Prime Minister the Hon Julia Gillard.
Global financial crisis bad for your health
The global financial crisis has already had a devastating on business, banking and employment – but a drop in living standards is set to have a big impact on our health.
Aged care workforce defies employment trend
A study of the aged care workforce by the National Institute of Labour Studies (NILS) at Flinders University has found that community-based workers enjoy higher job satisfaction than workers in residential facilities.
It’s not your usual office job
Charlie Huveneers says diving with sharks is never boring. It’s a masterful understatement from the newly appointed shark ecologist at the Port Lincoln-based Lincoln Marine Science Centre.
Lincoln Marine Science Centre expanded
The Lincoln Marine Science Centre (LMSC) is set to enter a new phase of leading edge research with the opening of Stage II of the Port Lincoln-based Centre.
Racism major obstacle to Indigenous wellbeing
The goal of closing the gap in health status and life expectancy between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians is unlikely to be met unless racism is tackled, according to new Flinders University research.