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Aden Khoo, Master of Public Health & Bachelor of Science
“The Master of Public Health has helped to shift my thinking to see health from a more holistic lens, as something you can apply to all aspects of life, which I feel is an extremely rewarding mindset.”
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Alex Yang, Master of Social Work
“The Master of Social Work has helped me explore different parts of the social work field and understand just how diverse the career options are.”
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Alina Ouyang, Doctor of Medicine & Bachelor of Biomedicine
“Facing real-world situations introduces a new level of difficulty and pressure. I think the early clinical exposure we get as first year medical students is particularly eye-opening.”
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Ally Forman, Doctor of Optometry & Bachelor of Biomedicine
“I have really enjoyed being able to work with qualified optometrists to put skills we have learnt about into context to manage real life patients and conditions.”
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Andrea Seah, Master of Biomedical Science & Bachelor of Science
“I’ve gained not only a deeper understanding of my research, but also practical skills in scientific communication and data analysis, which all contribute to helping me get career ready.”
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Andy Vuong, Master of Speech Pathology & Bachelor of Arts
“Being able to apply what we learn in class directly to placement experiences has made the content feel more meaningful and relevant. It’s exciting seeing how the content we learn in class translates into real-life clinical practice.”
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Audrey McDonald, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“The breadth of the Bachelor of Biomedicine is one of its best attributes. It allows you to be exposed to a very wide range of topics within health and science, with core subjects that guide you through your degree in the first few semesters.”
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Candice Zheng, Master of Social Work & Bachelor of Arts
"Learning to apply systemic, trauma-informed, and person-centred approaches in practice has helped me reframe how I understand clients and the structural issues that affect them.”
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Cassie Li, Master of Speech Pathology & Bachelor of Design
“The Master of Speech Pathology at Melbourne offers evidence-based teaching, extensive hands-on placements and international accreditation, all backed by dedicated student support, making it the ideal choice for my goal of helping people in the community.”
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Cheryl Seah, Master of Public Health, Master of Clinical Audiology & Bachelor of Science
“A particularly interesting aspect of the course has been understanding how data and policy interact in shaping public health outcomes. It has been eye-opening to see how statistics and economics can drive decisions in healthcare systems, which isn’t something I have thought much about before.”
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Clement Chang, Doctor of Dental Surgery & Bachelor of Biomedicine
"Dentistry is a lifelong profession and dental school is just the first stepping stone in a journey filled with challenges. My clinical experiences have shown me that each patient presents with a unique set of issues, meaning that the skillset I develop will differ from that of my classmates by the time we graduate."
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Evakshi Nichani, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“My interest in health and biomedical sciences stems from a fascination with how the human body works and a strong desire to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.”
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Freddy Petersen, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree with Honours) & Bachelor of Biomedicine
“I realised Honours would be a great opportunity to immerse myself in the research environment without committing long-term. It’s an intense one-year course, but one that equips you with valuable skills and can even lead to publications...”
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Georgia Stevens, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“I have been able to engage in a highly immersive learning experience. I believe this has given me a deeper understanding and appreciation of the real-world application of what we learn in Biomedicine.”
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Grace Chen, Doctor of Dental Surgery & Bachelor of Biomedicine
“The Doctor of Dental Surgery degree has opened so many doors for me and shown me that the dental career is not just limited to a general dental practitioner...”
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Hendrick Lin, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“I felt that the University of Melbourne was well-equipped to provide me with a supportive and resourceful environment to develop imperative skills and knowledge that I will need in my future work.”
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Karen Chen, Master of Public Health
“I chose to study the Master of Public Health as I wanted to move beyond individual healthcare and explore broader health issues. I am also eager to address healthcare workforce issues (e.g. nursing burnout, workforce shortage) based on my previous working experience.”
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Kayla Topuzlular, Master of Biomedical Science & Bachelor of Science
“My studies in the Master of Biomedical Science have enabled me to grow as a scientist through theoretical knowledge and practical experience. Every day, I am developing new skills that I will be able to translate into a variety of different jobs – setting myself up for a successful future in biomedical research!”
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Keerthana Benoy, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“The Bachelor of Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne offers a unique structure that allows you to explore a broad range of topics. You’ll gain in-depth insight into various areas of study, which will help you discover where your strengths and interests truly lie.”
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Kimia Taslimi, Master of Nursing Science
“Everyone in the course, from students to coordinators, are super supportive. You never feel alone as everyone is offering to help you if you feel like you are struggling. Placements are the most fun!”
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Leanne Duong, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“The highlight of my major has been the unique work integrated learning. This involves working in the Anatomy Lab and putting my theoretical knowledge to the test. I have been able to gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills relevant to my field. I find this to be the most effective (and fun) way of consolidating my learning.”
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Mandy Lee, Bachelor of Biomedicine
"The lecturers in the Bachelor of Biomedicine are very engaging and well-versed in the field of biomedical sciences. It is so exciting to hear about their fascinating research projects and very encouraging to see how open they are to undergraduate students hoping to get involved in their research too."
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Mary Hoang, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“The Bachelor of Biomedicine appealed to me because of its strong focus on human health and disease, and its great graduate outcomes, especially in related fields. As someone who is aiming to become a healthcare professional, I was looking for exactly this!”
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Muhsin Khan, Doctor of Dental Surgery
“Treating real people, often with diverse and complex needs, has made my learning feel meaningful and grounded. It’s not just about memorising theory; it’s about constantly applying it in a clinical context and recognising where the gaps in my understanding still are.”
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Nethmi Wanigasekara, Doctor of Optometry
"It’s been surprising to see how much eye health can reveal about someone’s overall wellbeing. The amount of detail we need to learn, especially in anatomy and disease management, has been challenging but also very rewarding."
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Ning Chin, Master of Public Health
“It’s one thing to experience healthcare systems as an individual; it’s another to really dive into the determinants of health, all while consolidating all the things I’ve learned across the different public health subjects. I have started to build a bigger picture understanding of healthcare and appreciate the multidisciplinary nature of public health.”
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Planning Saw, Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Degree with Honours) & Bachelor of Biomedicine
“The University of Melbourne has provided me with diverse experiences across different specialties, which have been invaluable in shaping my career interests.”
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Qing Zhu, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“Our theoretical learning is consolidated through collaborative projects and practical labs. For example, I am majoring in Human Structure and Function, in which I get to perform cadaver dissections. The University of Melbourne is the only university in Victoria to offer this to undergraduate students.”
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Richard Zhang, Master of Nursing Science
"As a nursing student, I have access to world-class facilities where I can develop specialised skills and gain hands-on experience that would be difficult to find elsewhere."
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Roxanna Chan, Master of Social Work
“I have enjoyed the practical components of the Master of Social Work. It has been fascinating to explore areas such as family violence, child protection, and mental health during my hospital social work placement.”
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Tasnim Thamer, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“Studying the Bachelor of Biomedicine has helped me develop a strong foundation in human health, and mentoring opportunities organised by the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences, have allowed me to meet people in careers I am interested in.”
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Tiffany Sherdan, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“My favourite aspect of my studies at the University of Melbourne is the community. In the Bachelor of Biomedicine, my friends and teachers create a supportive environment where it’s easy to ask questions, clarify doubts, and fill knowledge gaps.”
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Thuc Anh (Vicky) Ly, Master of Biomedical Science & Bachelor of Science
“The Master of Biomedical Science has given me a strong foundation in science and taught me to think critically, analyse data, and solve complex problems – skills that are essential no matter where I go next.”
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Varnika Vaddiraju, Doctor of Physiotherapy
"Clinical placement offers the opportunity to interact with and observe patients from diverse backgrounds, before gradually taking on the complex responsibility of assessing and treating them. Being able to do this in a well-scaffolded environment with lots of support from academics and supervisors has been crucial to helping me develop the confidence required to become an independent practitioner."