Career pathways guide

See where different study areas could lead.

Explore broad fields, representative roles, and questions that can help you decide which directions deserve deeper research.

Build and solve

Technology & engineering

Create systems, products, and infrastructure by combining technical knowledge with structured problem-solving.

Study areas

Computer ScienceEngineeringData ScienceCybersecurity

Example roles

Software developer · Data analyst · Systems engineer · Cybersecurity analyst

Care and improve

Health & wellbeing

Support people and communities through clinical practice, research, prevention, and health services.

Study areas

NursingPublic HealthBiomedical ScienceAllied Health

Example roles

Registered nurse · Health educator · Research assistant · Healthcare administrator

Lead and organise

Business & commerce

Help organisations make decisions, serve customers, manage resources, and respond to changing markets.

Study areas

ManagementFinanceMarketingBusiness Analytics

Example roles

Business analyst · Financial analyst · Marketing specialist · Project coordinator

Design and communicate

Creative industries

Turn ideas into useful stories, products, services, and experiences for different audiences.

Study areas

UX DesignDigital MediaCommunicationInteraction Design

Example roles

UX designer · Content strategist · Digital producer · Communication specialist

Guide and understand

Education & society

Work with learning, behaviour, policy, and community needs to support meaningful social outcomes.

Study areas

EducationPsychologySocial WorkInternational Relations

Example roles

Teacher · Learning designer · Community worker · Policy officer

Protect and transform

Environment & sustainability

Combine science, planning, policy, and technology to address environmental and resource challenges.

Study areas

Environmental ScienceSustainabilityRenewable EnergyUrban Planning

Example roles

Environmental consultant · Sustainability analyst · Urban planner · Energy specialist

Before choosing

Questions worth researching.

•What will I learn and practise?
•Which entry requirements apply?
•What roles do graduates enter?
•What experience do employers value?
•How portable are the skills?
•What will the full study path cost?

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