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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Turning a hobby into a degree: Mitchell’s story
Like so many others, Mitchell Beagley didn’t know what he wanted to do when he finished Year 12. Luckily, he discovered a traineeship in a field he’s passionate about and has since completed a Cert II and III in Aquaculture, and is currently studying a Bachelor of Environmental Science with CDU – all while juggling full-time work and parenting duties.
Katie's studies abroad: Applying learnings from a Fijian adventure
Studying a semester abroad can bestow benefits such as learning another language, experiencing another culture, meeting new people, personal growth and having a great adventure. Katie experienced all pf that and more.
I want to change the world: Taking a new global perspective home
Ready to turn your passion for positive change, humanitarianism and helping others into a rewarding career? Hear how one CDU student got hands-on experience in the field at the 2017 Engineers Without Borders Design Summit in India.
Forging your career path through study: Talal's experience
When you’re mapping a path to achieve your career goals, you’ll likely be looking at a university and a degree that can help you land a full-time job pretty quickly after graduation. But what if you could accelerate things a bit?
Tackling real-world challenges with engineering
If you’ve always had an interest in science, maths and technology, see how you can apply these theories to practical challenges and help shape a better future. Kieran Marchant completed a Bachelor of Engineering majoring in Chemical Engineering at CDU, with the ambition to work on a revolutionary project at the pinnacle of technology to meet the needs of the world.
Kyaw's Pathway to Study
If you’re dreaming of a degree but not sure if you have the skills to succeed at university, check out Kyaw’s story.
When the accounting profession is your passion: Ajit's story
Accounting has always been a passion for Ajit Shinde. In his early twenties, Ajit studied a Master of Accounting (Professional Practice) at CDU's Waterfront campus in Darwin. Today, he works as a senior auditor and helps accounting students overcome barriers during their professional practice placements.
It's not what you start with: Mark's journey to studying law
If you'd met Mark in high school, you'd never guess where his future might take him. Today, he's a highly successful law student, an NT Young Achiever of the Year and involved in more legal and community initiatives than we can count.
The Humanitarian Design Summit: Everything I was expecting and more.
Tiana Hokins is currently studying a Bachelor of Humanitarian and Community Studies online whilst raising a new born baby. Through Charles Darwin University she was given the opportunity to attend the Engineers Without Borders Humanitarian Design Summit in India and describes it as one of the most amazing experiences she has had to date.