Changing careers
I went back to uni at 55 to better understand human behaviour
Cathryn had a professional IT consulting career before she decided to study Psychology at CDU. he is aiming to pave her way to a future in research, academia, applied learning, or in a consulting capacity at the junction of technology, organisational design and psychological science.
Read more about I went back to uni at 55 to better understand human behaviourTips to succeed as a postgrad parent
Starting a postgraduate degree as a working parent may seem daunting at first, but before you file it in the “too hard” basket, read our tips to make study and parenthood doable.
Read more about Tips to succeed as a postgrad parentAre your excuses stopping you from achieving your uni dream?
Let’s face it - we’re all guilty of making excuses from time to time, which ultimately stop us from achieving success. The reality is though, only we have the ability to make the positive change to be who we want to be.
Read more about Are your excuses stopping you from achieving your uni dream?Zarah shows us it's never too late to become a lawyer
After moving to Australia, trying her hand at a range of jobs and starting a family, Zarah Tenorio's dream of becoming a lawyer is finally becoming a reality. She's just started her Bachelor of Laws and is already kicking goals.
Read more about Zarah shows us it's never too late to become a lawyerDoing the maths: does a degree add up financially?
It’s no secret that a university degree is a considerable investment. Aside from the course cost, your income could also take a hit if you need to cut down on your working hours.
Read more about Doing the maths: does a degree add up financially?Mauro's chance at a second career in law
Mauro is proof that anyone can make a mid-life career change, regardless of their education or personal background. A Melbourne native, Mauro was in his early forties when he decided to make the switch from working health administration and become a lawyer.
Read more about Mauro's chance at a second career in lawAn education pioneer in the digital era: Chengxi's story
Chengxi Li had become disillusioned with her studies. She was halfway through a Master of Professional Accounting when she realised she’d made a mistake. But, out of that experience she found a new passion for teaching and learning.
Read more about An education pioneer in the digital era: Chengxi's storyWhy I changed course to become a midwife
Ishita Singhal originally studied Information Technology before deciding to pursue a career she was truly passionate about. After graduating with a Bachelor of Midwifery from CDU, she couldn’t be happier with her decision. We asked Ishita about what motivated her to follow her study goals, as well as her experiences as a CDU student.
Read more about Why I changed course to become a midwifeDecisions, decisions. Choosing the right course for you
Six real uni students on why they chose their courses, what attracted them to CDU and how they found the jump from high school to uni life.
Read more about Decisions, decisions. Choosing the right course for you