Isaac's research focus has been in exercise and physical activity for older adults. His current research interests are in exercise and physical activity interventions for health and physical performance in a range of populations, such as apparently healthy adults, clinical populations and athletes.
Our graduates are prepared for a career in a variety of workplaces, including in acute care settings, homeless shelters, government departments and to work in a variety of settings including rural and remote practice. You will be able to work with individuals, groups and communities using occupation centred practice.
The occupational therapy programs are highly competitive courses with limited places available each year.
I am a medical anthropologist and health systems researcher at the Molly Wardaguga Institute, and convener of the NT Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Research Network. My research is grounded in long-term work in Timor-Leste and remote Northern Territory communities.
CDU Health Hub Occupational therapy service offers a quality and affordable assessment and therapy across the lifespan to the general community.
Information on the Checking on Mental Health: Providing Alternatives to Suicide (COMPAS) program, an initiative to promote early intervention, fostering resilience and support the overall wellbeing of people at risk of suicide
Mixed-methods early career researcher at the Molly Wardaguga Research Centre, Dr Sophie Hickey is an applied sociologist who currently manages the IBUS Study - a large longitudinal cohort study of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mothers and children in Brisbane designed to provide feedback to local service providers to improve maternity care. The
Andrea is an audiologist and speech pathologist. Her research interests span across clinical, ethical, and social aspects of audiology and allied healthcare education, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and supporting healthcare professionals.
My primary focus is on understanding alcohol and other drug use and behavioural addictions, including alcohol, nicotine (e.g., tobacco, e-cigarettes), and gambling behaviour. I have a keen interest in the integration of social psychology with other fields, and welcome invitations for collaboration on multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary research projects.
Professor Marilynne N Kirshbaum is Chair of the Human Research Ethics Committee and was previously Head and Professor of Nursing at CDU.
Balancing studies while being a parent or expecting a child is definitely achievable! It might be a bit challenging at times, but with the right approach, you can successfully manage both your studies and parenting responsibilities. Adjusting your schedule and availability will impact both you and your family, but don't worry—there are plenty of resources available to help you navigate this journey. Check out the information below for study tips, parenting resources, and support available at CDU!