From psychological science to medical laboratory science to occupational therapy, health has a stack of pathways for people like you to help others. Time to explore the options!
Mind, blown!
If you’ve ever wondered what makes humans tick, a degree in psychological science might be your starting point!
With over 50,000 people employed in psychology and related fields nationally, this is a pathway that’s not only fascinating but also in growing demand as mental health becomes a priority across communities.
Graduates can go into roles such as health policy advisor, community health officer or even continue on to become registered psychologists with further study, blending science with real-world impact.
Read more about studying psychological science at Torrens University
In the med lab
Behind the scenes of health care, medical laboratory scientists are the detectives of disease.
Oskar Schnaak, a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science student at QUT, is learning how to analyse blood, swabs and other samples using detailed scientific techniques that help diagnose everything from infections to cancers.
Hands-on lab experience throughout the course means students don’t just learn theory — they practice science each week, and by the final year, they’re applying their skills in real labs.
Read more about studying medical laboratory science at QUT
Opportunities every day
Then there’s occupational therapy, aka OT. For student Chloe Debono, every day brings opportunities to help people live fuller, more independent lives through practical and personalised interventions.
From mastering equipment like wheelchairs in training to amazing placement moments where clients regain abilities and confidence, occupational therapy blends scientific understanding of human function with hands-on problem-solving.
Read more about studying OT at Charles Sturt University
Take your pick!
These stories show that STEM in health isn’t narrow or one-dimensional. Whether you’re drawn to minds, molecules or movement, there’s a health pathway waiting for you that makes an impact: every. single. day.
