Professional experience

I'm really happy that I have picked the right course, as optometry is a really fun subject, and the QUT course provides me with insight into different eye diseases and opportunities for problem-solving in vision.

Read more of Kubi's optometry journey at QUT

Filed under: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Professional experience

I decided to pursue nutrition and dietetics because of my previous struggles with food and weight. Now, I am determined to become a dietitian to help others develop sustainable, evidence-based healthy eating habits. 

Read more of Empowering people to achieve their health goals through nutrition and dietetics at QUT

Filed under: Undergraduate, Professional experience

QUT stood out as a real-world university renowned for its practical approach to education, emphasising hands-on learning, project-based assignments, industry-oriented projects and work placements.

Read more of Combining theory and practice in my design career

Filed under: Professional experience, Careers, Undergraduate, Student life

To me, "real world" means gaining practical, hands-on experience that prepares you for professional challenges. Placements have been invaluable in bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.

Read more of Medical imaging: a unique specialisation in health care

Filed under: Undergraduate, Professional experience, Careers, Scholarships and support

I’ve grown up having a fascination for construction and buildings. I chose QUT because the university emphasises boosting the confidence of prospective students for the real working world.

Read more of Choosing construction and confidence at QUT

Filed under: Undergraduate, Careers, Professional experience, Adjusting to university life

My studies at QUT, particularly through the Master of Teaching program, provided me with a strong foundation in educational principles. I am currently teaching at Aspley State School in Brisbane.

Read more of High impact, high reward: creating my career in education

Filed under: Professional experience, Postgraduate, Careers

I always envisioned a career in marketing and communication. So, I chose to study a Bachelor of Creative Industries at QUT. My passion for films and the entertainment industry perfectly aligned with securing a job at The Walt Disney Company in Singapore.

Read more of From QUT to Disney Studios

Filed under: Professional experience, Careers, Graduation, Undergraduate

Yu-Jie (Gina) Chiang is an international student from Taiwan. Gina recently completed an internship with Rio Tinto, one of the world's leading mining companies so we sat down with her to ask about her interview and study journey.

Read more of Gina’s journey to a Rio Tinto internship

Filed under: Professional experience, Careers, Undergraduate

I wanted to study at one of the leading universities in the world. QUT has a world-recognised reputation in project management and I’m now confident that what I studied and the knowledge I gained at QUT are going to benefit my future career.

Read more of My path to becoming a real-world professional

Filed under: Professional experience, Careers, Living in Brisbane, Postgraduate

We followed Dan through his journey studying a Bachelor of Information Technology/Bachelor of Mathematics, from his second year to his last. Read all about his time at QUT and what he learned along the way.

Read more of Dan’s QUT journey from second year to graduation

Filed under: Professional experience, Student life, Undergraduate

My advice to new students would be to step out of your comfort zone. It’s not easy to settle into a new country as you are away from your family and friends, away from familiar culture and the comfort of home, but if you don’t take the chance, you’ll nev

Read more of Breaking boundaries: embracing growth by stepping out of your comfort zone

Filed under: Professional experience, Undergraduate, Scholarships and support

I love to communicate and talk to people. I enjoy sharing stories with my friends and brainstorm ideas and topics, so a degree in Public Relations, Advertising and Communication is the perfect fit for me.

Read more of Communication - my future, my passion

Filed under: Professional experience, Undergraduate, Living in Brisbane