Health
Hannah found a passion for public health in the Kimberley
Read more about Hannah found a passion for public health in the KimberleyHannah’s time volunteering in a remote community in the Kimberley would inspire her to change gears in her career. Studying public health online at Charles Darwin University became the link to her future.
Why I chose CDU for my research degree
Read more about Why I chose CDU for my research degreeCharles Darwin University may be small, but we have an impressive international reputation for research. Here, some of our researchers explain what made them choose to pursue a Higher Degree by Research with CDU.
Darwinite Alicia is joining the next generation of doctors
Read more about Darwinite Alicia is joining the next generation of doctorsInstilled with an interest in health from an early age, Alicia's on the direct pathway to medicine through the Bachelor of Clinical Sciences at Charles Darwin University. She's part of the next generation of Territory doctors.
Lauren is the change she wants to see in rural pharmacy
Read more about Lauren is the change she wants to see in rural pharmacyBecoming a small-town pharmacist is a dream come true for Lauren, who has spent a lifetime involved in the health of her community. She just needed the right online program to support her goals.
Lana's following a fascination with the human body into a new career
Read more about Lana's following a fascination with the human body into a new careerAfter leaving the geoscience space to focus on raising her family, Lana felt that retraining was the way to get where she wanted to go professionally. Always fascinated by health and the human body, she discovered CDU's Bachelor of Health/Master of Occupational Therapy dual degree and never looked back.
Healing wounds with native Top End plants
Read more about Healing wounds with native Top End plantsDr Elnaz Saki has always been interested in natural remedies even when they lack scientific confirmation. Eager to bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and modern science, she's harnessing the power of plants found in Top End parks and gardens.
Norlisha's pathway to Indigenous health research
Read more about Norlisha's pathway to Indigenous health researchNorlisha had been working in health research for several years, with the thought of study always at the back of her mind. Not knowing how or where to start, Norlisha says it took quite a while to take that first step. Then, she discovered CDU's First Nations Introduction to University Program.
What guides parent decision-making about their kids using antibiotics?
Read more about What guides parent decision-making about their kids using antibiotics?Children are among the highest users of antibiotics around the globe. Stephanie Marsh, a Higher Degree by Research student at CDU, is examining what guides parent decision-making about their children’s use of antibiotic medicines, particularly in rural contexts where guidance from family and friends may inform decisions.
Studying on the sidelines: Meet AFLW star Dominique
Read more about Studying on the sidelines: Meet AFLW star DominiqueDominique maintains her deep connection to the Territory while kicking goals as an up-and-coming AFLW star in Melbourne. Thanks to CDU’s Elite Athlete Support Program and flexible, online learning, she can chip away at her other dream of becoming an occupational therapist in her spare time.