Changing careers
Zarah shows us it's never too late to become a lawyer
After moving to Australia, trying her hand at a range of jobs and starting a family, Zarah Tenorio's dream of becoming a lawyer is finally becoming a reality. She's just started her Bachelor of Laws and is already kicking goals.
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Doing the maths: does a degree add up financially?
It’s no secret that a university degree is a considerable investment. Aside from the course cost, your income could also take a hit if you need to cut down on your working hours.
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Mauro's chance at a second career in law
Mauro is proof that anyone can make a mid-life career change, regardless of their education or personal background. A Melbourne native, Mauro was in his early forties when he decided to make the switch from working health administration and become a lawyer.
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An education pioneer in the digital era: Chengxi's story
Chengxi Li had become disillusioned with her studies. She was halfway through a Master of Professional Accounting when she realised she’d made a mistake. But, out of that experience she found a new passion for teaching and learning.
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Why I changed course to become a midwife
Ishita Singhal originally studied Information Technology before deciding to pursue a career she was truly passionate about. After graduating with a Bachelor of Midwifery from CDU, she couldn’t be happier with her decision. We asked Ishita about what motivated her to follow her study goals, as well as her experiences as a CDU student.
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Decisions, decisions. Choosing the right course for you
Six real uni students on why they chose their courses, what attracted them to CDU and how they found the jump from high school to uni life.
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Six reasons not to study at university
And how to switch that thinking. If you are thinking about tackling a university degree, you probably have a few questions or barriers preventing you from taking the plunge and getting started.
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Why now is the right time to further your education
Whether for professional development or to reach that lofty state of self-actualisation, there has never been a better time to further your education. But sometimes there seem to be so many obstacles standing in the way: no uni's near you, competing life commitments, or fear of chasing your dreams.
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Newborn and new career path: Chandu did it
When Chandu was on maternity leave caring for her one-month-old son, she decided that when the time came, she wanted to return to the workforce as a biomedical engineer.
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