Arissa Binti Ausrin - Malaysia, 18 October, 2024
Why I chose a Bachelor of Creative Industries at QUT
I knew from a young age that I was destined to do something creative. I chose to pursue a Bachelor of Creative Industries because it allows me to learn and engage with multiple creative disciplines. I value hands-on learning and gaining experience during my university years, and QUT can provide me with those opportunities.
My favourite part of the course
As a student majoring in media and communication, I love the student media opportunities the Bachelor of Creative Industries course offers. Throughout my studies, I have had various experiences with my creative endeavours, ranging from web design to creative writing. I also appreciate how passionate my lecturers and tutors were throughout my studies; I felt like they genuinely cared about the content and practices they were teaching. One aspect that pleasantly surprised me about the course was the sense of community; everyone is so welcoming.
During my studies, I undertook a unit called Creative Industries Project (KKB345). As part of this project, I was involved with our student-run record label, Vermilion Records. This experience enabled me to gain skills in coordinating the magazine team. I also met and collaborated with students from other creative disciplines, which broadened my perspective.
Life beyond the classroom
Throughout my degree, I’ve been a Web Editor for the Frocket Zine student club and an Events Officer for the QUT Journalism Network student society. I enjoyed being able to pursue my passions while meeting a diverse range of people. My involvement in the QUT Journalism Network society helped me secure a job as a Radio News Announcer at the Brisbane community radio station 4ZZZ. My experience at 4ZZZ has enabled me to understand what news writing is like, despite not majoring in Journalism.
Living in Brisbane
Living in Brisbane has been a wonderful experience for me. The people here are friendly, and I feel safe as a student. Additionally, its proximity to my home makes it the perfect location for my studies.
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