Real health stories curated by QUT Faculty of Health.

9 October, 2024
Filed under:
Student support, Student life, Lifestyle
University life can be an exciting journey, but it comes with its own set of challenges. Your health and well-being are linked to your academic success.
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20 March, 2025
Filed under:
Public Health and Social Work, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Student support, Returning to study
Receiving the Dace Dambergs Social Work Scholarship
Social work graduate Ana shares her experience as a mature aged student from a non-English speaking background.
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28 February, 2025
Filed under:
Undergraduate, Podiatry, Graduate stories
Industry insights: Podiatry
We interview Craig Page, the general manager of podiatry at Healthia to explore the realities of the profession and how QUT graduates ease into the industry.

25 February, 2025
Filed under:
Biomedical Sciences, Postgraduate, Research stories
Rare Disease Day: what is it?
Dr Laura Croft is committed to go beyond commercial viability to ensure those affected with a rare disease still have treatment options and aren’t left behind.

11 February, 2025
Filed under:
Indigenous Australian stories, Student support, Nursing, Undergraduate, Placements
Five must-know support opportunities for Indigenous nursing students
Wiradjuri nursing grad Rosie, shares five key support opportunities that will help you thrive at uni.
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8 January, 2025
Filed under:
Nursing, Postgraduate, Student support
Empowering rural healthcare: The Ron Macnamara scholarship
Read Kim's experience on how this scholarship fosters and furthers the education of nurse practitioners to make a difference in rural and remote Australia.
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16 October, 2024
Filed under:
Paramedic Science, Returning to study, Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Placements
What it’s like to study paramedic science
For Samantha, becoming a paramedic seemed destined to happen. Find out why she chose QUT and the highlights of her journey so far.

3 October, 2024
Filed under:
Career changers, Undergraduate, Biomedical Sciences, Student support
What it’s like studying biomedical science
Learn about how Tabitha decided studying biomedical science was right for her, and her favourite experiences so far.

2 October, 2024
Filed under:
Undergraduate, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Career changers
It’s okay to change your mind about your studies
Dietetics student, Harsha, shares her thoughts on switching degrees and why it’s okay to change your mind to follow your interests.
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18 September, 2024
Filed under:
Postgraduate, Nursing, Placements, Career changers
From Engineering to Nursing: A meaningful career in patient care
Having studied a Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Construction Engineering in India, Latha pursued nursing to follow her passion for patient care.
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