Whether you’re contemplating a career change or just finishing school, studying abroad is universally recommended for opening up new avenues and broadening your skills. But if the chance to do so comes from Australia, it gives you twice as many reasons to jump on the education bandwagon without a second thought.
The country’s educational system is well established, rates high on flexibility, and promises to provide a much sought-after lifestyle — a year or two in the country and you are sure to leave with one of the most enriching experiences of your life.
University of Melbourne: Master of Energy Systems
This unique course prepares students for exciting careers in sustainable energy and the global low-carbon economy. Bringing together engineers, scientists and specialists in economics, finance and energy policy, students are offered a tailored programme on energy systems and are trained to become future leaders in energy business and technology.
The programme integrates the study of the technology, business and science of energy, and offers graduates the skills to make informed decisions about energy issues that incorporate technical, economic, environmental and social considerations.
The course runs over one and a half years full-time, but is also available part-time.
Murdoch University, Dubai: Leadership short courses
This campus has developed a range of international short courses in partnership with education organisations across South Africa, Ghana, Namibia and Kenya. These short courses, which include an Advanced Leadership Programme, are designed for companies and individuals alike.
As the demand for short courses and specialised certification increases, these short courses will allow senior executives from across the globe to study at their convenience on Murdoch’s Dubai campus or with its affiliates in South Africa.
For those who are unable to pursue a full-time master’s programme, as offered by Murdoch Business School, the short courses provide an ideal solution and offer similar benefits to leaders and managers across all industries. All courses are tailored to meet the specific requirements of the individual or sponsoring organisation.
UOWD: Bachelor of Engineering
The degree, with majors in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering, will train engineers for exciting and successful careers as system designers and developers, engineering managers, analysts, educators and researchers. The proposed programme prepares graduates to be globally recognised professional engineers with the requisite knowledge, skills and attitude to further develop in their chosen careers, and have the capacity to effectively lead and contribute to the advancement of engineering, technology and commerce.
The four-and-a-half-year programme has been designed to provide the basic theoretical background required by professional engineers, as well as experience in working in teams and the ability to manage the process of designing and developing engineering solutions to address real-world problems.
Bond University: Exercise and Science and Strength and Conditioning
Bond University has introduced two new majors in its Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science programme for students to choose from: Exercise and Science and Strength and Conditioning. Students completing the Exercise Science major will meet National University Course Accreditation Programme (NUCAP) standards and will be eligible for membership of the professional body Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Exercise and Sport Science is a full-time programme which can be completed in two years, with intakes every January.
Murdoch University, Australia: Master of International Affairs
The Master of International Affairs (MIA) is an inter-disciplinary coursework degree that explores the political, economic, strategic, cultural and legal forces that shape the world. The MIA will equip students with the knowledge and skills for careers in government, including diplomacy and foreign affairs, international organisations, national and international non-governmental organisations, the media, and in private organisations that have an international orientation.
The 12-and-18-month programmes are designed for those already working in the field of international affairs and who are seeking career advancement opportunities; the two-year programme is designed for recent graduates or those seeking a career change.
Deakin University: Bachelor of Forensic Science/Bachelor of Criminology
The Bachelor of Criminology programme exposes students to diverse issues relating to crime, security, policing and punishment. The course aims to produce graduates with the ability to engage in critical evaluation and debates concerning crime and justice issues at local, state, national and international levels; make intellectually rigorous contributions to research, policies and practices related to criminal justice; and contribute to enhancing citizenship and an improved quality of life through the development and application of the above skills.
A unique feature of the course is the requirement to complete an industry internship in the third year. The programme can be undertaken over four years, full-time or part-time equivalent.
Monash: Master of Teaching (Early Childhood)
Are you passionate about teaching and early childhood development? Recognising and responding to the demands from within the teaching profession, the Master of Teaching (Early Childhood), with a duration of one and a half years full-time, will coach students in teaching children up to five years of age.
It combines a study of the principles of education and curriculum with professional placements in early childhood settings. These placements will allow students to apply their theoretical knowledge, while at the same time developing their skills and confidence. Major studies include early childhood education; child development theories; theories of play, family and community; classroom teaching and practice; classroom management; the relationship between education and society; curriculum planning, implementation and evaluation; leadership; and professional ethics and practice.
Professional placements are a valuable part of this course and all students are required to complete 60 days of supervised teaching — 20 days with children aged up to two, 25 days with children aged from three to five and 15 days for observation and documentation. These placements can be done in Victoria, but students can also choose to undertake them in indigenous communities or abroad.
University of Canberra: Bachelor of Heritage, Museums and Conservation
This course, set to commence next year, will ground students in the principles and practices of the related fields of heritage, museums and conservation. Approaching these aspects on an international scale, the course will highlight aspects of global, national and local contexts for the construction of heritage.
The course will also explore the philosophical, ethical and practical issues arising from histories of colonialism and indigenous ownership of cultural heritage. Students will gain technical, cultural and historical knowledge, as well as practice-based skills, which can be applied in diverse professional fields, particularly cultural heritage management, museums, and conservation specialisations. The programme runs for six semesters full-time or equivalent.
University of Sydney: Chinese language courses
Starting from 2012, the Confucius Institute will be offering a highly structured set of Basic Chinese language courses based on its cooperation with the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE). This new joint course programme will replace the institute’s previous Beginners and Intermediate Chinese language courses.
This two-year intensive programme and a four-year standard programme in Basic Chinese language is taught over four hours per week in two sessions. It gives students a clear long-term perspective and a structured programme that is based on the most widely used international teaching material, Integrated Chinese.
University of Ballarat: Bachelor of Food and Nutritional Sciences
This programme provides students with a foundation in both nutrition and food science. The course consists of six semesters of four subjects with streams in nutrition, chemistry and food analysis, food microbiology and food safety, and food processing.
Career opportunities for graduates of this course include product management, community nutritionist, laboratory analysis, quality assurance, quality control, product development, research and development of new and existing products, food policy officer, consumer enquiries and customer service, marketing and technical sales.
This programme has been designed to meet the requirements of Associate Registration of the Nutrition Society of Australia (the highest level available to new graduates), and Member grade of membership of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology.
