They’re varied, they’re exciting and they’re in demand
Did you know that healthcare is Australia’s largest employing industry? And we still need more people training up to work in everything from nursing and nutrition, to physiotherapy and psychology.
The great news is it’s really easy to link up your passion or interest with a career in health. Love sport? Become an exercise scientist. Are you a foodie or interested in how the human body works? Get a degree in health science. Enjoy helping others and making a difference? You’d make a wonderful OT.
Below, we’ve rounded up three stories from the latest issue of Careers with STEM: Health magazine that highlight some great study paths you can jump on to kickstart your future career in health.
Health study options Notre Dame Uni
Learn by doing at Notre Dame Uni with real-world industry placements that prepare you for a career that makes a difference.
Notre Dame also provides flexible study options to suit your goals. From online diplomas to bachelor’s degrees delivered in purpose-built facilities, check out what each study area offers here.
Careers in sport, movement and health
If you’re passionate about sport, movement or health, the University of Notre Dame Australia can help you turn your interests into a career.
Explore what interests you through research projects, industry engagement and exposure to different opportunities. Just like a fast-paced netball game, Notre Dame lets you pivot your studies as you go.
Click here to read about two students doing just that in sport science and physiotherapy.
Need some motivation? Read about the future of health careers
“A career in health will last because the need for healthcare in Australia is only going to increase. With advances such as wearables like smart watches, telehealth and data analytics, it’s also likely to change. We’re regularly updating the curriculum at Notre Dame to make sure students are prepared for the future of health,” says Professor William Gibson, National Head of Health Sciences at the University of Notre Dame Australia.
Find the rest of his advice here.
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