Student life stories

  • Kamal, a Certificate IV of Community Services student, preparing a hospital bed.

    Student life

    Kamal's story

    Certificate IV in Community Services | Health

    Despite facing a tremendous challenge in his younger years, Kamal's perseverance has led him to a rewarding career that benefits others.

  • Swinburne University of Technology Bachelor of Health Science Graduate Namita

    Student life

    Namita's story

    Bachelor of Health Science | Health

    The Swinburne Employability Award didn’t just help Namita build her skills, it started her on a journey of self-discovery.

Industry experience stories

  • Industry experience story

    Gabrielle's story

    Bachelor of Health Science | Health

    Gabrielle’s placement mixes the world of psychology and business which has given her a broader experience.

  • A student stands next to a poster about his Work Integrated Learning experience, featuring his photo and story.

    Industry experience story

    Joey's story

    Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science | Health

    How Joey’s placements kickstarted his fitness coaching journey.

  • Kaye and Swinburne student, Bronte, outdoors having an informal chat.

    Industry experience story

    Bronte's story

    Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) | Health

    Bronte’s worked across two fields - health promotion and people and culture involving older, younger and LGBTQI+ people and raising awareness about family violence.

  • Swinburne Health Science student, Eva-Louise smiling while on placement at MonashHeart,

    Industry experience story

    Eva-Louise's story

    Bachelor of Health Science | Health

    Eva-Louise was trained to perform and interpret ECG tests, worked in a lab and gained exposure to clinical technologies in industry settings. 

  • Industry experience story

    Joshua's story

    Bachelor of Health Science | Health

    Neuroscience graduate Joshua gained invaluable laboratory skills through a placement at one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. 

  • Michelle's story

    Bachelor of Health Science (Professional) | Health

    During her placement, Michelle was responsible for assisting with the research process from idea to publication and dissemination.

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