A quick step into nursing with an online degree: Meet Michelle
As a busy mum and trained dancer, Michelle never dreamed that a different career would be possible. But CDU changed all that. Waltzing through a flexible online nursing degree, she's now dancing to a different tune working as a nurse.
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Knowing when to ask for help: Meg's study story
When Meg graduated from CDU with an environmental science degree, she quickly landed a job in her chosen profession. But Meg’s success came after many challenges. Her story is one of persistence, passion and knowing when to reach out for help.
Jenny picked CDU and is now fulfilling her dreams
For Jenny, the Australian lifestyle was a big factor in her decision to study in Australia. But it was also her lifelong ambition of becoming a teacher. The uniqueness of the Territory that gave her the push to study teaching at CDU and fulfil her dream.
From degree to job with a global tech giant: Anup's story
Anup's IT degree was the beginning of a long career leading major IT projects for government and enterprise.
The psych degree that's opening career doors for Matthew
Matthew Cartwright is enthusiastic about his career prospects. He's on track to register as a psychologist when he finishes his master's degree in psychology, and the career opportunities are varied and interesting.
Mature-aged student Ruth’s secret to success? Horsepower!
Ruth McConigley’s journey to academic and entrepreneurial success has taken as many turns as a barrel rider. Ruth has transitioned from teacher to student to successful businesswoman—all while juggling married life, two young daughters, and a stable full of horses. Now living in the small town of Denmark on the south coast of Western Australia, Ruth reflects on how it all came to be.
Engineering abroad: Joel’s overseas study experience
Through the New Colombo Plan, Joel was given the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to study abroad and complete overseas internships. The experience both improved his career prospects and gave him the chance to visit many Indo-Pacific nations.
Sharina's persistence paid off in the best way possible
When Sharina Muneeb moved to Australia in 2018 and started a Master of Business Administration at CDU, she wanted to combine work and study. And it was ultimately the commitment to her studies that landed her a job.
Suzanne was told she didn’t belong in the gym
While Suzanne has always been physically active, she'd never planned on turning her love for sport into a career. In fact, she never thought she'd go to university. Now, she's mid-way through an exercise and sport science degree, with the goal of becoming a physiotherapist.
From self-doubt to star apprentice: Yron's story
Despite being out of school for so long, Yron tackled his eletrotechnology course head on and emerged as CDU Apprentice of the Year. His secret? Learning from former tradies with a solid grasp of what they were teaching.