The benefits of postgraduate study

Here are a few of the reasons why postgraduate study can be a big advantage.

Tips for managing stress

Year 12 can be overwhelming, but there is help. Here are a few stress-busting strategies to help you with your studies. 

Surviving Year 12 exams: a ‘study guide’ for parents

Here's how you can help your studying teens prepare for exams.

Four things to consider before postgraduate study

Postgraduate study is exciting, but not without its challenges. Here are four questions to ask yourself before you take the leap. 

Studying in Beijing

Study the Core Curriculum in Beijing to leave your comfort zone behind and see the world with new eyes.

The balancing act

It may feel impossible but you can juggle study, work and family life.

Human Matters

This podcast series brings you the latest insights on history, society, politics and more. 

Game of genders

For this honours graduate, Game of Thrones is no flight of fantasy and there's more to the women of Westeros than meets the eye.

Witchcraft beliefs: the bid to stop the harmful practices that lead to mutilation, torture and death

Workshop on witchcraft and human rights paving the way for greater support for people with albinism.

Working for the cause, not the applause

Keeping former Foreign Minister Julie Bishop and Princess Mary informed is part of the deal for human rights advocate Sheneli Dona.

Australia to Africa, one way

Anne-Marie has co-founded a charity in Uganda, contracted typhoid and malaria (twice), and married a Ugandan pop star. 

Myanmar human rights investigator's lament

Lawyer Chris Sidoti speaks on Myanmar’s Rohingya crisis and the pitfalls of working at the coalface of human rights.

Want better answers? Ask bigger questions

Nathan Lyons tells us about studying philosophy at one of the world’s most famous, and prestigious, universities. 

10 things to love about ACU's Brisbane Campus

It’s the time you spend outside of class that helps make your university experience.

Getting ahead by giving back

We all know good grades help you get into uni. Another way to gain entry to your dream degree is by giving back to your community.

Transitioning from undergraduate to postgraduate study

Wondering what it's like to go from undergraduate to postgraduate study? We spoke to a student who has made the leap.  

Tips for choosing what to study

Choosing what to study isn’t easy. We completely understand. Here are some practical tips to help you make the right call.

What does postgraduate study look like?

Around 300,000 Australians are enrolled in postgraduate study. We keep it flexible so you can manage work, study and family.

When university means making a move

New friends, new adventures and a new city to explore – it's all waiting for you

10 things to love about ACU’s Strathfield Campus

Thinking about studying at ACU Strathfield? We spoke to current student Jacqui Richards about campus life outside the classroom.

Why you'll love life in student accommodation

Here are four reasons why ACU student accommodation is a great place to live and learn.

What to do after Year 12 results are released

Whether you do better than expected, or your ATAR leaves you concerned, don’t worry. You’ve got options.

Life at ACU Melbourne 

Want to know what life is really like on the Melbourne Campus? We talked to first-year student, Natalie Pierson, to get the low-down.

Admission requirements for education courses in Victoria

There have been changes made nationally to how you apply for initial teacher education courses. Here’s what you need to know. 

Life at ACU North Sydney

Bustling city campus, or quiet study retreat? We talk to students Preet Kaur and Bridget Barber to find out what life is like at ACU’s North Sydney Campus.

The day in the life of a sport and exercise science student

As an athlete whose day always begins with an early gym session, a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science was a natural fit for Amelia Russo.

The importance of grassroots democracy in dark times

Does the resurgence of neo-fascism alongside Donald Trump’s nationalist rhetoric signal we are living in dark times? 

Turning points in history - women professionals

How women took control of their own destiny and why the rise of women in professions is important today.

Lowering the voting age

They can drive, work and serve in the military, so why can’t our youth vote?

Youth and the vote

Do young voters really care? An Australian study shows the answer is far from straightforward.

Why #MeToo alone can't fix workplaces

#MeToo has shifted society’s attitude towards gendered violence but Australian workplaces still need to tackle sexual harrassment.

The accidental academic

Ruby Warber never thought she was destined for an academic career. But with two masters degrees to her name and a possible PhD on the horizon, her future success seems limitless.

Entering new territory

Caity is a paramedic in Alice Springs. It’s not always easy, but her incredible passion helps her through the tough times.

Nursing beyond borders

Nurse Christine Shanahan worked in some of the world's most dangerous places – and she's never looked back. 

Is the hate-fuelled ideology of misogynists a form of terrorism?

Exploring ‘ideological masculinity’ — the political narrative that drives men to use intimidation and violence to subjugate women.

How bioethics helps us to navigate the big questions of health and medicine

A discussion on the importance of bioethics. 

Chaplains help inmates to combat the harshness of prison life

Research shows that prison chaplains can act as a safety valve to help relieve the pressures of incarceration. 

Bashing the banks: who should pay the price for the misconduct exposed by the royal commission?

The inquiry into the financial services industry has exposed a litany of lies. But who should bear the brunt of our anger? 

Are selective schools good or bad for our kids? Q&A with Associate Professor Philip Parker

New research shows it’s not necessarily selective schools that are the problem — it’s school selectivity. 

Why populism might not be the devil you think it is

Populism is the word du jour amongst keen observers of politics. And while it can get ugly, the phenomenon does have its positives.  

Your path to success may be helping others find theirs

Homework Club is a program for kids of refugee background – where students like Lydia Nolan are tutors, and friends.

The high-tech language of emotion

Images are now exchanged instantly online leading to a huge shift in how we communicate, and it has left children vulnerable.

Six tips: how to read to kids for best results

New research has found that how parents read to their children can improve memory and learning outcomes.

A future delivering many futures

Cherisse Buzzacott is the only Aboriginal midwife at Alice Springs Hospital. She is passionate about caring for women and babies.

From learning to leadership

Erin Eade has become the first female principal, and the first Aboriginal principal, of Mogo Public School. 

The ups and downs of happiness in Indigenous young people

News about Indigenous peoples' wellbeing tends to follow a negative narrative. But new research is investigating from a different perspective.

Performance uncovers migration truths

Artist Jema Stellato Pledger discusses her work exploring diversity, identity and the line between performing and becoming.

Turning setbacks into comebacks

Sailor Emma Baillie has had her share of setbacks. But like all true champions, her challenges have not discouraged her.

Let's face it, first impressions count online

Most of us have an online presence. But how do the images we post online influence the first impressions others form of us?

Strength of sisters, mothers and matriarchs

Theresa Ardler comes from a line of strong women, and she credits them for the success she enjoys today.

Change how you see the world, to change the world

Their first two machines broke but Orange Sky, the world’s first free mobile laundry service for the homeless, persisted.

Growing greener kids

What part can school gardens play in encouraging healthy food choices?

Old solutions to new problems

Bradley Moggridge is on a mission to save Australia’s water, by combining traditional Indigenous knowledge with modern science.

Serving in silence: the secret lives of LGBTI diggers in Australia’s defence forces

Dedicated historians are shedding light on the lives of those who served.

Finding a forbidden language

Toltu Tufa prints children’s books in Oromo, a language once forbidden in Ethiopia. 

The power of youth

Nicola Parkes is the 2019 Young Alumni of the Year winner who has dedicated her life to youth work. She's already achieved so much, but for Nicola, she's just getting started.

Turning points in history - the gold rush

We might not have thought about the gold rush since a long forgotten school excursion, but Dr Benjamin Mountford says this era created a lasting global impact we still feel today. 

Early childhood education: development not daycare

Some of the most important learning occurs in our first years. Early childhood educators help children make sense of the world.

Teaching for the small screen

Despite the well-known perils of too much screen time, Rachel firmly believes digital learning has its advantages.

New York state of mind

Justin Giuffrida’s entrepreneurial ventures have taken him from cutting grass in high school to coffee and cafes in New York.

Shaping the future by shaping big futures

Previous Non-Government School Principal of the Year Brad Gaynor has been an educator for 30 years, and his passion for the teacher's life has never left him. 

The last defender

Here's how Olympian and nurse Rachael Lynch balances her hectic life between the hockey pitch and the hospital.

The harsh realities of working as a school principal in modern-day Australia

How bullying, threats of violence, excessive workloads and burnout are driving principals out of the top job.

What it's really like to be a physiotherapist

Find out what the day-to-day of being a physiotherapist really involves. 

Three things to consider before changing careers

Changing careers is an admirable ambition, but it’s not without challenges. Here are three steps to take so that you get it right.

Setting a new course for your career

Are you considering a new career? Here's how to change career directions with no regrets. 

Messing with microbats

Microbats go largely unnoticed, but in Dr Leroy Gonsalves, these winged creatures have found a friend.

Seeing the world, one assignment at a time

Rugby sevens star Emma Tonegato has found a surprising way to ease the pressure of being a professional athlete.

Future-proofing your career: AI and the rise of soft skills

Automation is changing the way we work. Yet uniquely human abilities may help graduates future-proof their career. 

The Gunners' secret weapon

One of our leading sports science innovators may prove to be the most influential Aussie yet in world soccer.   

Planning for life after football

Every week NRL star Luke Keary indulges his worries about the future. Early preparation helps quieten those doubts. 

Q&A with archaeologist Zachary Thomas

Is it all golden icons, booby traps and faraway places? We talk to an archaeologist to find out.

The benefits of a career in allied health

If you want your work to be meaningful and impactful, a career in allied health will deliver. Read on to determine if occupational therapy, speech pathology, social work or physiotherapy are for you. 

Game play

Amy Lau is a high school teacher who wouldn't mind more screen time in the classroom. As controversial as this sounds, this ACU alumna might change your mind.

When working with little people leads to big lessons

Inspired by a volunteering stint at a school in Sri Lanka, Stephanie Campbell has since put her OT degree to good use.

Top of the table

While Milly Tapper bats above average, this dual Olympian and Paralympian is far from an overnight success.

On the road with a new paramedic

A paramedic’s life is one of big rewards and constant challenges. Eamon Glass is now in the drivers’ seat. 

Life after the Socceroos

After Australia’s World Cup campaign, one of the nation’s premier performance scientists set his sights on new challenges.  

Perspectives on teaching

From the remarkable to the challenging, we sat down with six teachers to find out what it’s really like to be an educator.  

Q&A with Oscar Martin, co-founder of Pedestrian.TV

He started a multi-million-dollar media brand in his bedroom. We talk to Oscar Martin about loving what you do.

Psychology where you least expect it

While many psychologists do specialise in personal therapy, it’s not the only path a psychology graduate can pursue.

Building a brand that's more than skin deep

Ella Baché boss Pippa Hallas is leading her family business into the modern era. 

Rocking Dan. Teaching man.

Primary school teacher Dan Colquhoun’s songs are inspiring a generation of children to embrace learning through music.

Agent of change

As a journalist in Zimbabwe at the height of Mugabe’s regime, Felix Machiridza had to live and work undercover to survive.

Read all about it

How Daniel Billing turned to technology to encourage more than 1,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander kids to hit the books.

The future of IT

Information technology has always been an industry that leads others to the future. So, what does it take to have a future in the field?

Divine appointment

When theology graduate Fr John Sanderson was deployed to Afghanistan as a military chaplain, his weapon was a peaceful demeanour.

Trackside at MotoGP

High speed motorbikes, pumping adrenaline – MotoGP is not for the faint hearted. ACU staff and students go up close and personal.

Speech pathologists aren’t all talk. Here’s how they listen so you can have your say.

Helping clients manage their stuttering is what most of us think speech pathologists do all day, every day. Here's the reality.

The right man for the job

Nurse Jacob Mitchell always understood he was pursuing a career in a female-dominated industry. But here's why Jacob said his less-than-traditional role is right where he wants to be.