Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Palaeontology)
Natural sciences, mathematics and statistics
Focused on uncovering long buried secrets that deepen our understanding of how life on Earth evolved, this degree provides you with in depth knowledge and appreciation of the Australian fossil record in addition to a broad based foundation in palaeontology and allied disciplines. You will also will develop a range of transferable research, analytical and communication skills.
Official- Duration
- 4 years
- Qualification
- Bachelor Honours Degree
- AQF 8
- Campus
- Bedford Park
- SA
- Course code
- CRICOS 098229B
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Course overview
Focused on uncovering long buried secrets that deepen our understanding of how life on Earth evolved, this degree provides you with in depth knowledge and appreciation of the Australian fossil record in addition to a broad based foundation in palaeontology and allied disciplines. You will also will develop a range of transferable research, analytical and communication skills.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 60W 18 · S 18
- PTE AcademicOverall 50W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 169W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 169W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
SACE Stage 2 (Year 12) Biology is desirable, but not assumed.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Bedford Park | — | — | $41,400per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Palaeontology)flinders.edu.au
- Flinders Universityflinders.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- International Student Guide 2026Official source
- International Course Guide 2027Official source
- Research degree eligibilityOfficial source
- Postgraduate entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source