South East Asia
Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, the Philippines
Student Stories | South East Asia
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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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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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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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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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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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Karlie Phoon, Doctor of Medicine & Bachelor of Biomedicine
“As one of the top medical schools in the world, the University of Melbourne appealed to me for the chance to study alongside some of the brightest minds and learn from leaders in the medical field. The research scholar pathway is particularly exciting to me, as I’ve always wanted to further develop my research skills.”
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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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Nicholas Chan, Bachelor of Biomedicine
“The ability to choose different majors in the Biomedicine degree and to take breadth subjects was appealing as I could explore what was best for me.”
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Jasmine Chairunnisa, Master of Biomedical Science
“I find it fascinating that I am not only learning the sciences but also other aspects that can boost research outcomes.”
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Alison Tan, Master of Nursing Science
“I knew from the start that I wanted a career in healthcare – something that was hands on and able to provide me with a life-long education.”
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Souliyadeth Sonephet, Master of Public Health (Laos)
“Moreover, the course equipped me with various skills, including public health research, report synthesis, bio-statistical analysis, policy development, and advocacy. These skills will significantly contribute to my future career as a public health or program officer.”
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Dr Sri Umasugi, Master of Public Health (Indonesia)
“The skills that I gained during the Master of Public Health have been extremely useful in my current role. The program equipped me with the necessary skills to analyse and evaluate health services and the cost-effectiveness of health interventions”.
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Abigail Chang, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Malaysia)
"I decided on Biomedicine because it provides a more specialised pathway for aspiring medical students. I think the structure prepares students for the intense journey ahead in the health/STEM field."
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Patrick Nugraha, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Indonesia)
"The Bachelor of Biomedicine serves as an important steppingstone to a future in the field of biomedical science, and the University of Melbourne has one of the best Doctor of Medicine programs in Australia and one of the best in the world."
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Qi Xu Soh, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Singapore)
"We have had great lecturers and the pace of the course is pretty ideal for me. With a lot of freedom and self-directed learning in Biomedicine, I have developed a stronger sense of responsibility and discipline."
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Sara Tan, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Singapore)
"The student culture is fantastic because it is built on a love for learning and a desire to help each other out wherever we can. I was impressed with the University of Melbourne’s dedication to supporting their students."
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Velda Lim, Bachelor of Biomedicine (Singapore)
"In Biomed you’re always challenging and pushing yourself to expand your knowledge…there really is no limit to what we should learn. In second year, we get to learn a little bit of other majors which was really helpful in helping me decide what I wanted to major in."
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Mereula Rosalind Lobeka, Master of Advanced Nursing (Fiji)
"The evidenced based practice subjects were really challenging... We learned to appraise the evidence and consider the clinician’s expertise, settings and patient preferences and values to implement this evidence into our future practice."
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Dysiphan Iem, Master of Clinical Audiology (Cambodia)
"The [Master of Clinical Audiology] provides such a wonderful blend of clinical work and research work that makes it such an appealing enterprise. This combination offers such a unique study experience as well as amazing career opportunities."
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Kanya Anindya, Master of Public Health (Indonesia)
"This opportunity has given me a real-life experience of translating knowledge into something impactful. Throughout this process, I personally experienced why the University of Melbourne is positioned at the forefront of research in Australia."
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Sherine Abraham, Master of Public Health & Bachelor of Biomedicine (India & Malaysia)
"The University of Melbourne offered exactly what I was looking for from a university experience: culture and dynamics. I was immersed in an academic haven, yet learning was holistic, which was pivotal in my academic pursuit."
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Minn Tock, Master of Nursing Science (Singapore)
"I wanted a career where there was both science and opportunities to make a difference in someone’s life, so nursing seemed like the way to go... Throughout this degree, I have been able to link theory to practice, developing a myriad of different skills including personal resilience, self-care and critical thinking."
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Michael Yap, Doctor of Medicine & Bachelor of Biomedicine (Singapore)
"From our second year of study, the majority of our curriculum is taught in the hospital... The surgical curriculum was particularly exciting for me because I have a keen interest in surgery. I was given many opportunities during the rotation to observe and assist in surgical procedures."
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Qi Rui Soh, Doctor of Medicine (Singapore)
"The Doctor of Medicine at Unimelb is the top ranked in the country. The teaching, care and support that we get in the pursuit of our goals in this course is genuinely unparalleled. I like the fact that the course is very comprehensive and that everything has a great flow to it."
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Vina Quinnarva, Doctor of Medicine & Bachelor of Biomedicine (Indonesia)
"Biomedicine is a competitive course, but we also help each other to understand the materials. This good environment shapes my behaviour towards others, to share what I have and compete with others in a good way."
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Kimberly Chian, Doctor of Physiotherapy & Bachelor of Biomedicine (Malaysia)
"I wanted to pursue a career in physiotherapy because I enjoyed the physical and hands-on aspect of helping people achieve functional independence. A major aspect of the Doctor of Physiotherapy course is the wide range of opportunities for clinical placements in leading clinical facilities which consolidates theoretical knowledge."
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Stefanie Voelker, Doctor of Physiotherapy & Bachelor of Biomedicine (Honours) (Indonesia & Germany)
"I chose to study at the University of Melbourne because it is one of the leading research hubs in the world, which is up my alley considering I’m aiming towards having research be a part of my future physiotherapy career."
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Ngawang Chodron Kho, Doctor of Physiotherapy & Bachelor of Biomedicine (Malaysia)
"The Doctor of Physiotherapy integrates knowledge into clinical scenarios and is not just rote learning of facts. Clinical placements really put what has been learnt in classes into practical context which require integration of knowledge."
