I really wanted to challenge myself after not really applying myself during high school at home in Norway. The dual degree at Griffith was perfect for me.

I thoroughly enjoy my life as a Western Sydney University student. I love the events organized by Campus Life and being involved in student clubs, which helps me to relax and be social.

I have had so much support during my time here at Griffith and have also made many great friends from many different countries, especially through Griffith Mates. Griffith Mates has also given me many opportunities to improve my leadership skills and communication skills. In addition, my lecturers have given me a lot of support with my assignments and with explaining the course materials to me.

Griffith University has partnered with The University of Sydney, the Pharmacy Guild of Australia and the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia in a research project aimed at enhancing the way pharmacies work with and assist people with mental illnesses.

Put yourself out there! Be vulnerable and courageous. When you put yourself out there, you have the potential to meet people from different walks of life. They are the ones who can guide you and help you advance in your journey.

I also hope that in your final year of study, you can proudly say you’ve made friends from all around the world!

Griffith bridged the gap between the classroom and industry

At Griffith I feel incredibly supported and I feel like my lecturers and staff give me all the avenues of support that I need in order to succeed.

Queensland College of Art (QCA) industrial design lecturer Dr Sam Canning has created a prototype ventilator from everyday items that could be used to save lives in developing countries. Made from old bike parts and a bucket, the revolutionary prototype can be easily replicated in countries with limited resources.

With the work integrated learning program at Griffith I had the chance to work closely with the business industry which helped me expand my knowledge and gain the cutting-edge advantage in terms of skill set and valuable work experience.

"What I like more about the teachers here is that they are always ready to help you out, even outside school hours."

Griffith has several support services that have been able to help me in many ways. Orientation activities were really useful for me in my first year, and helped me to get a hang of university life in a quick and easy manner. The academics have also been incredibly helpful, providing me with tips and tricks to get ahead in courses and do well. The student admin is another important support service that has been really vital to me, and they've been able to sort out a range of issues that I've encountered.

The University staff has responded quite well to online study and have nicely adapted the learning materials and assessment structure to suit the online environment. Help links and videos on the Uni website have been a great resource as well if you're facing any issues.

I chose to study the Bachelor of Business because I have always been passionate about numbers and the way share markets and money are managed. To me, understanding how to analyse and predict situations with the use of numbers is one of the most integral parts of today’s society. Learning how to manage and interpret accounts and financial statements for companies is one of my favourite parts about my degree.

I did a lot of research before joining Curtin University. It is well-known for Engineering and it is easy to get around. I went to Open Day at Curtin and had been given a tour here and I decided straight away that this is my university. What I love about Curtin University is the facilities. During exams and assignments, I could stay in the library late and there are so many technology programs and software available for me to do my work in a high standard quality. My advice to future students are always do your research carefully, whether to choose courses or subjects for your studies. Make yourself well-organised and plan ahead of time for any scholarships available. There are so many offerings on campus so make sure you prepare to meet deadlines or allow yourself to enjoy campus life.

I chose to study at Griffith because of the offered classes and the closeness to the beautiful beach and all the national parks.

The support services are really good. Those times when I needed something, I got help immediately. What I enjoy most about living in Queensland, Australia is the natural diversity. On one side there are beautiful beaches, on the other side you can find impressive parks with a lot of different animals.

Griffith has offered more than 90 scholarships to outstanding students from 33 countries for commencement in Trimester 1, 2020. These include 14 Remarkable scholarships, valued at 50% of tuition fees for the duration of the program, which went to a diverse group of recipients from 11 different countries. Find out more about our future scholarship opportunities by following the link to our website.

"Curtin was my dream university since I passed my undergraduate degree. I got to know from an education fair that Curtin is ranked on the top 1% of the world's universities, which attracted me a lot. There, the English Language Bridging Course gave me an opportunity to not only improve myself on academic skills, but also it taught me how to carry out multiple tasks at a time, handling stressful situations. If you're thinking about a career in Curtin University, you are leading yourself along the right path."

I was chosen as a Gold Coast Mayor's Student Ambassador representing PhD students at Griffith. I learnt so much about the city and the Queensland Government and participated in leadership workshops. I met people from all over the world, improved my English and self-confidence throughout the opportunity.

“Griffith saw the potential in me. From the easy application for enrollment to the accommodation it provides are the reasons why I decided to go and study here to pursue my dream and career.”

The various services provided by Griffith have helped me in improving my communication skills and interpersonal skills, and meeting new people and interacting with them through various activities happening on campus.

"Studying at Deakin University makes me become who I want to be."

Griffith offers many support services that have helped me adjust to university life. The provided orientation activities helped me learn my way around the university, and student admin were very helpful with fixing any enrolment issues that I had.

I chose to study at Griffith because it is a wonderfully laid out campus located in such a beautiful part of Queensland (my home, the Gold Coast), and it had very positive student experience reviews about the dental program including Griffith's own dental clinic in which I will get to work in to enrich my dental training.