Get enrolled
You’re almost there. You’ve nearly completed your student onboarding at Flinders! You've got a study plan and you understand your course requirements. Now it's time to enrol in topics and register for classes.
read and understood your course rule
reviewed your study planner
applied for credit for previous study and/or work experience (if applicable)
View the Plan your study page for further details.
View the Plan your study page for further details.
It's important to be aware of key enrolment dates. View the following pages for further information:
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When enrolling, have your course rule from Handbook and study planner with you to guide your selection of core and elective topics. Some courses may require you to enrol in topics by a deadline to secure your place.
Select option topics
Need help?
If you are not able to tick the ‘enrol’ box or can’t find a particular topic, please try the following:
For further assistance, submit an Ask Flinders support request. Please include a description of the problem and screenshots where possible.
Need more help? Visit Ask Flinders for quick support with enrolment and more.
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Most topics require you to register for classes to create your timetable. The process can vary. Some topics do not require class registration, while others may automatically register you in certain classes. Be sure to check each topic carefully to understand the specific registration requirements.
Tip
If you are an online student, online topics without scheduled classes will not appear on your timetable in the Student System. Check the requirements of online topics on Flinders Leaning Online (FLO) or Canvas.
If any are missing, verify other study periods or enrol via the ‘My Enrolment’ tab
Adding Classes to the Timetable:
Tip:
Viewing the Weekly Timetable:
Once you have completed the enrolment and class registration process, please allow up to an hour to view your timetable on Compass (your timetable will show immediately in the Student System).
Need help?
Please note that attendance at some classes forms part of the assessment for the topic. If you have selected topics that have clashing class times, the Student System will allow you to 'clash' classes, ie. register in two classes at the same time for different topics.
It is your responsibility to make sure you meet the attendance requirements for your topics. This may require you to attend a repeat lecture, or if the lecture is recorded, watch or listen to the lecture at a later stage (recordings will be made available on FLO for some topics). To check whether your lecture will be recorded, contact your lecturer or topic coordinator. If the lecture will not be recorded, you will need to contact email your College administrative officer to discuss your options.
You may apply for Special Consideration when the only class(es) you can attend are unavailable to you (due to being full). Students who can attend at alternative times need not apply.
To apply, please submit an online support request via Ask Flinders. Your request will need to include the:
You must also include one of the following reasons for requesting Special Consideration with your request:
An application will not guarantee you a place in your requested class.
It may be that they are not open for enrolments yet. Check the enrolment opening times for your topics via the enrolment and class registration schedule.
Need more help? Visit Ask Flinders for quick support with registration, academic advice, and more.
Compass is your one-stop-hub – bookmark it now!
Compass helps you access essential information and systems you use on a regular basis from a single spot.
On Compass you'll find:
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Please note that your topic pages will not appear in FLO until one week before your semester/teaching period begins. Students enrolling within a week of commencement or changing availabilities will receive access to FLO within 24 hours
Flinders Learning Online (FLO) is our online learning platform where you can:
It offers a comprehensive set of tools and resources to support your learning journey.
Each topic you're enrolled in will have its own page containing:
Accessing textbooks – visit the textbooks page for information on required and recommended textbooks for each of your enrolled topics.
10mins
Your student ID card is crucial for your time at Flinders University. It serves as your official identification, grants access to campus facilities, and displays your enrolment status.
For more information, visit the Student ID cards page.
If you've enrolled within the last day, there might be a delay before you can request your ID card. Typically, you can request your Student ID card the day after you've completed your enrolment process.
Contact Flinders Connect if you have any issues.
You’ll need your ID to:
attend exams
obtain student concessions
access University buildings
borrow resources from the library
store credit for printing and photocopying
and more.
5 mins
Please note: Allow up to one hour after activating your student account (FAN) before logging into your email.
All Flinders students receive a free email account. We will use this to send you official correspondence.
IMPORTANT: Remember as part of your enrolment declaration, you have agreed to check your email regularly!!
You can log in to your email via the 'My Systems' section on Compass.
Find out how to access your email on your mobile device.
If you are not able to tick the ‘enrol’ box or can’t find a particular topic, please try the following:
For further assistance, submit an Ask Flinders support request. Please include a description of the problem and screenshots where possible.
Please note that attendance at some classes forms part of the assessment for the topic. If you have selected topics that have clashing class times, the Student System will allow you to 'clash' classes, ie. register in two classes at the same time for different topics.
It is your responsibility to make sure you meet the attendance requirements for your topics. This may require you to attend a repeat lecture, or if the lecture is recorded, watch or listen to the lecture at a later stage (recordings will be made available on FLO for some topics). To check whether your lecture will be recorded, contact your lecturer or topic coordinator. If the lecture will not be recorded, you will need to contact email your College administrative officer to discuss your options.
You may apply for Special Consideration when the only class(es) you can attend are unavailable to you (due to being full). Students who can attend at alternative times need not apply.
To apply, please submit an online support request via Ask Flinders. Your request will need to include the:
You must also include one of the following reasons for requesting Special Consideration with your request:
An application will not guarantee you a place in your requested class.
It may be that they are not open for enrolments yet. Check the enrolment opening times for your topics via the enrolment and class registration schedule.
Watch this video for a guide to enrolment terminology.
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✅ I have my Student ID and FAN
✅ I've activated my account and can access the Student System
✅ I've accepted my offer
✅ I have provided my details
✅ Congratulations — you’re all set to commence your studies!
Get ready for an exciting journey filled with orientation activities, new friends and unforgettable experiences. Starting your study is just around the corner, and it’s going to be amazing. Let the fun begin!
Contact Flinders Connect with all your enquiries. We are located on Level 0, Central Library, Bedford Park campus.
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