Health
Norlisha's pathway to Indigenous health research
Norlisha 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.
Read more about Norlisha's pathway to Indigenous health researchWhat 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.
Read more about What guides parent decision-making about their kids using antibiotics?Studying on the sidelines: Meet AFLW star Dominique
Dominique 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.
Read more about Studying on the sidelines: Meet AFLW star DominiqueTeegan's giving a voice to the Territory
Whether it’s sport, speech pathology or her beloved Territory, Teegan uses her many talents to amplify the voices of others.
Read more about Teegan's giving a voice to the TerritoryCindy’s social work success in Darwin
Cindy studied a Master of Social Work at Charles Darwin University. After she completed her work placement, she found her dream job right here in Darwin.
Read more about Cindy’s social work success in DarwinFilling the gap - Master of Pharmacy Extended
Already in the health field and interested in expanding your skills and expertise? Our new Master of Pharmacy Extended Coursework degree is for you.
Designed for those already working in the health sector, this degree offers the opportunity for a career change and progression in a dynamic industry.
Read more about Filling the gap - Master of Pharmacy ExtendedAustralia Award Scholarship recipient, Nadia, is mastering malaria research
While spending her early career as a research assistant studying malaria at the Eijkman Institute for Molecular Biology (EIMB) in Jakarta, Nadia became aware of the work being done by our own Menzies School of Health Research on the disease.
Read more about Australia Award Scholarship recipient, Nadia, is mastering malaria researchStella’s working holiday turned healthy career change
When the pandemic hit in early 2020, it put a stop to Stella’s working holiday around Australia. But that change in plans led her to postgraduate study in nutrition at CDU and now, Stella calls the Northern Territory home.
Read more about Stella’s working holiday turned healthy career changeHow a nursing degree shaped, inspired and challenged Hema
Hema is a proud Nepalese graduate who was determined to make a difference in people’s lives. Committed to advocating for and protecting others, Hema knew a career in nursing was the only path for her.
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