Experience the real world
No matter which course you choose, at QUT you'll be able to take your learning beyond the classroom with work integrated learning opportunities.
From site visits and field work, to industry or community projects, internships and placement, you’ll have the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice and develop skills to launch your career.
For example, our optometry students travel to remote and regional communities to deliver services for eye health. Creative arts students can work on the student-run record label, recording, producing, managing and promoting artists and their music. And our business students analyse real-world challenges, presenting their findings and pitching solutions to industry or corporate partners.
But don’t just take our word for it, hear what our students have to say.
Creative career path
Film-making, digital marketing, branding - it’s all part of QUT Creative Industries student Felicity’s on-the-job degree learning at radio station 96five.
Power of study
QUT provides students with work-integrated learning to prepare them for a real world career.
Science and engineering student Brad talks about his on-the-job learning experiences at NOJA Power.
Industry internships
Biomedical science student Elsie shares her experiences of practical learning at QUT, and what it was like to do work experience with the Translational Research Institute studying the effects of alcohol and sugar on the brain.
Engineering the future
Science and engineering student Tharanga has been getting valuable hands-on experience with her placement at GPA Engineering.
The placement has bridged the gaps in her knowledge and given her insight into a range of industries.
First year experiences
'During the fourth week of my first year of Bachelor of Laws (Honours), I was involved in a mooting competition which made me feel at home in the law program and showed just one of the activities the law school has to offer.'
Work in the real world
QUT provides students with work-integrated learning to prepare them for a real world career.
Rachel has gained real world communications and PR experience at Rowland during her degree.
Workplace learning
As part of his social work and psychology degree, Dan has a work-integrated learning placement at Stepping Stone Clubhouse.
There he puts his university skills into practice and works and learns alongside social workers and psychologists.
Courts as classrooms
Maddie is one of our many law students doing her work-integrated learning with LawRight Qld at the Brisbane courts.
Practical learning opportunities
Araniya’s pharmacy degree involves working in laboratories, compounding medicines, working in clinics and hospitals, and assisting in research. There is a wide range of different career options available to pharmacy graduates.
Creative career path
Film-making, digital marketing, branding - it’s all part of QUT Creative Industries student Felicity’s on-the-job degree learning at radio station 96five.
Power of study
QUT provides students with work-integrated learning to prepare them for a real world career.
Science and engineering student Brad talks about his on-the-job learning experiences at NOJA Power.
Industry internships
Biomedical science student Elsie shares her experiences of practical learning at QUT, and what it was like to do work experience with the Translational Research Institute studying the effects of alcohol and sugar on the brain.
Experience the real world
Work-integrated learning
Work experience can make a big difference when you're applying for your dream job.
Put theory into practice with work-integrated learning units throughout your course.
Engineering the future
Science and engineering student Tharanga has been getting valuable hands-on experience with her placement at GPA Engineering.
The placement has bridged the gaps in her knowledge and given her insight into a range of industries.
First year experiences
'During the fourth week of my first year of Bachelor of Laws (Honours), I was involved in a mooting competition which made me feel at home in the law program and showed just one of the activities the law school has to offer.'
Work in the real world
QUT provides students with work-integrated learning to prepare them for a real world career.
Rachel has gained real world communications and PR experience at Rowland during her degree.
Workplace learning
As part of his social work and psychology degree, Dan has a work-integrated learning placement at Stepping Stone Clubhouse.
There he puts his university skills into practice and works and learns alongside social workers and psychologists.
Courts as classrooms
Maddie is one of our many law students doing her work-integrated learning with LawRight Qld at the Brisbane courts.
Practical learning opportunities
Araniya’s pharmacy degree involves working in laboratories, compounding medicines, working in clinics and hospitals, and assisting in research. There is a wide range of different career options available to pharmacy graduates.
Business by the numbers
Phuoc is studying a Master of Business (Professional Accounting) at QUT. She is passionate about understanding how numbers can drive business. Watch Phuoc's video to hear how she combines work and study to develop her career.
Writing with impact
Federica is studying a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism). Her passion for writing has inspired her to become an international reporter. She believes that writing is a creative way to express and share stories that can have a positive impact on society. Watch Federica’s video to hear how she describes her experience at QUT.
Creative industries experience
Alicia is studying a Bachelor of Creative Industries (Entertainment Industries major). Along with studying, she is working part time and completing an internship in Brisbane.
New cultural experiences
Anuka is studying a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours). He is a high-achieving scholarship student with a passion for learning. Watch Anuka’s video (in Sinhala and English) to hear how he has adjusted to studying in Brisbane and his experience so far studying at QUT.
A vibrant university life
Yu is studying a Bachelor of Information technology (Computer Science). In this video (in Japanese and English) Yu discusses his real word industry experience at QUT, innovative teaching methods, getting around Brisbane and a few of the things he does in his spare time.