At Griffith, we offer hundreds of study possibilities
Ranking in the top 2% of universities worldwide, Griffith University offers future-focused degrees that are developed in consultation with industry, based on cutting-edge research, and taught by Australia’s most awarded teachers.
Depending on your degree, you may study full-time or part-time, or on-campus, online or a combination of both. We also offer a range of personal and learning support services to help you develop your academic and research skills and manage life while you study.
As a Townsville teenager with a rebellious streak, it took some time for Kimberley Bates to start the journey to university. By the time she reconnected with education and worked her way to Griffith she feared she might have left it too late. Seven years down the track, her understanding of a university degree and what it can do for someone’s life is an entirely different picture, one with depth and colour and one without borders.
“I started seeing the world very differently because of what I was studying,” she says.
Excellent grades ensued and Kimberley became a member of the Griffith Honours College which offered her the prospect of extra mentoring, professional experiences and access to a global network. “They were secretly building up these skills that I didn’t realise I needed. And now, if I wanted to, I could get a job anywhere in the world.”
The logical next step for Kimberley was the New Colombo Plan scholarship, a prestigious and highly sought-after initiative of the Federal Government that supports Australian undergraduates to study and undertake internships in the Asia-Pacific region. The scholarship put Kimberley on a path to the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong to study criminology and psychology, and also brought her to the attention of the United Nations when her appetite for new knowledge was recognised with a key ambassadorial role. Kimberley has now taken up a role as a UN Humanitarian Affairs Asia Peace Ambassador in Bangkok.
“Griffith is building capable future leaders of the world. They are building resilient people. They’ve handed me the torch. I’ve got the tools now and when I go out into the world, I’m now doing it naturally,” she says.
With study opportunities in over 65 countries, Griffith equips students with global experiences to give them a competitive edge upon graduation.
Wherever your interest lies, Griffith has a STEM degree that’s right for you. Our degrees across science, technology, engineering and the environment are built around hands-on, project-based learning in our cutting-edge facilities and in the field.
You’ll gain the skills and experience employers want through your studies with industry or research placements as part of your degree.
When you study a STEM degree at Griffith you won’t just be learning, you’ll be immersing yourself in your chosen field and turning it into a rewarding career. With strong future career prospects, you’ll be prepared to enter a wide range of careers and take advantage of the exciting opportunities in STEM.
Here at Griffith, our lecturers and staff are just as determined to help you succeed as you are. So if you have the dreams and ambition, choose the university that can give you the inspiration, courage and support you need to succeed.
Use the slider below to see how Griffith law lecturer Dr Shahram Dana inspired Amiel Nubaha to use his experience as a refugee to help others.
I grew up in a refugee camp, but I was lucky enough to come to Australia. Now, thanks to the inspiration of Dr Shahram, I have a career helping others.
Amiel Nubaha
Youth Case Officer
Queensland Department of Justice
Amiel was an inquisitive student. He could be working at a big law firm in the city, but he chose a career helping others. He says I inspired him, but the truth is, Amiel inspires me.
Dr Shahram Dana
Senior Lecturer
Law
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Here at Griffith, our lecturers and staff are just as determined to help you succeed as you are. So if you have the dreams and ambition, choose the university that can give you the skills, inspiration and support you need to succeed.
Use the slider below to see how Griffith MBA graduate Ryan Thomas went from Critical Care Paramedic to Organisational Resilience Specialist, leading the transition to renewable energy.
After 13 years as a paramedic, I wanted a career change. My Griffith MBA lecturer Stephanie Schleimer showed me you can have business success and stay true to your values.
Ryan Thomas
Organisational Resilience Specialist
Powerlink Queensland
Ryan wasn’t from a traditional business background, which was an advantage because there’s nothing traditional about the Griffith MBA. The best part of my job is seeing people like Ryan lead the new economy.
Here at Griffith, our lecturers and staff are just as determined to help you succeed as you are. So if you have the dreams and ambition, choose the university that can give you the opportunities, inspiration and support you need to succeed.
Use the slider below to see how a Griffith field trip to Heron Island helped Rachel Janes achieve her dream of becoming a Marine Scientist.
I wanted to be a marine biologist since I was 10. My Griffith lecturer Tim Stevens believes in getting students into the field, which gave me key scientific skills that I still use in my job today.
Rachel Janes
Marine Scientist
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries (QLD)
As a student Rachel was always hungry to learn. Field trips like Heron Island definitely helped her in her career. Seeing students like Rachel succeed is the best feeling in the world.
Dr Tim Stevens
Senior Lecturer
Environment and Science
A remote island in the Torres Strait proved the perfect choice for Bachelor of Education graduate Krystal Flynn.
Guided by her Indigenous Education mentor at Griffith’s School of Education and Professional Studies, Krystal looked north to launch her teaching career on Saibai Island, one of Queensland’s most remote communities in the Torres Strait.
“I think teaching remote is the ultimate teaching adventure,” says Krystal. “Each island and each community have their own unique language or language situation. Having grown up bilingual, I really connected with teaching in such a linguistically diverse place.”
Krystal thrived since first arriving in the Torres Strait Islands, becoming a Teaching and Learning Coach working across 17 campuses spread throughout 48,000 square kilometres of islands in the Torres Strait.
In 2016 Krystal received the ‘Excellence in Beginning to Teach Award’ from the Queensland College of Teachers. “I got to experience quality teaching at Griffith and now I get to deliver quality teaching in the Torres Strait. I now get to make an impact through my teaching.”
“I believe education is the best way to improve a person’s life chances. That’s really why I became a teacher.”
'Griffith University’s personal approach made me feel valued and supported in my studies. The combination of reputation and personal engagement made Griffith the clear choice over other universities. The academic, mental health, career and personal support from Griffith played a pivotal role in my journey.'
Enhance your career prospects with a double degree
Choose from our extensive range of double degrees to study across disciplines and explore new opportunities. With nearly 50 unique combinations available, you’re bound to find a combination that’s right for you.
At Griffith, we offer undergraduate doubles—which combine two bachelor degrees—as well as vertical doubles—which combine a bachelor with a related postgraduate qualification, such as a masters. This means you can either broaden your foundational knowledge to open up a wider array of career options or specialise even further in a specific area and fast-track your way to more advanced opportunities.
Whichever you choose, opting for a double degree is a great way to get more for less from your university experience.
Study two degrees in a condensed format and finish both faster.
Study for less
Access government-subsidised fees for both components of your double degree.
Double your options
Gain double the skills, perspectives and career prospects.
Get an edge
Set yourself apart with specialised knowledge and advanced skills.
The story of Dinesh Palipana’s remarkable journey to graduate from Griffith University with a Doctor of Medicine caught the public imagination in 2016, when he became the first quadriplegic graduate doctor in Queensland.
It is a story that began when Dinesh, aged 23, arrived at the doors of Griffith’s School of Medicine.
“When I came to Griffith, I knew I’d found my place in this world. I was suddenly a person. The staff knew what I was about, knew my background, and they cared about what I was up to and how I was going.”
Halfway through medical school, Dinesh’s plans for the future stalled when he was in a car accident, which left him without feeling or movement from the chest down. It would be four years before he returned to medical school to recast his dreams of being a doctor. But Griffith’s message to Dinesh never fluctuated: ‘Take your time and when you’re ready, we want you back’.
On his return, Dinesh rediscovered the same culture of support he had experienced on his first day at Griffith, and he found himself in a place where he could push on with his ambitions. His graduation in 2016 was momentous, leading to a placement at the Gold Coast University Hospital. But he also identified a new role for himself, one of a trailblazer.
“I am a person trying to change what disability means in this world. We’re changing what medical education looks like from an equity and inclusivity perspective.”
Dinesh is instigating change in medical education and in the workforce, and has advanced this message overseas at Harvard University, Stanford Medicine X and the General Medical Council in the UK.
“Griffith to me is about possibility. I’ve had the opportunity to realise the possibility of being the first quadriplegic medical graduate in Queensland. It doesn’t matter what background you’re from, you still get the same chance as everyone else to give your dream a shot,” Dinesh says.
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Aviation
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)/Bachelor of Aviation double degree was the obvious choice for student Aidan Correa, who moved from Perth to Brisbane to study a degree where he could apply both his interest in STEM and passion for flying. ‘For students studying a double degree there is an immediate advantage of cross-disciplinary knowledge and professional skills. Since engineering and aviation are both relatively technical courses, there is a benefit of developing transferable skills that support learning new things and broaden future careers prospects,’ he says.
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Communications and business double degree graduate
Bachelor Business/Bachelor of Public Relations and Communications double degree graduate Gemma Pol is using the knowledge and skills picked up during her undergraduate studies to pursue a communications career in the non-for-profit sector. “Studying at Griffith equipped me with many skills that made me stand out to employers because I completed a vast range of courses, from economics and accounts to public writing and crisis communication.”
Sophie Carmichael
Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Laws
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Be prepared for the exciting opportunities in STEM
Practical, hands-on learning
At Griffith your degree is built around hands on, project-based learning to give you practical experience beyond the classroom. Depending on what you study you could find yourself studying coastal biodiversity of Moreton Bay or part of exciting initiatives such as our App Factory.
Classrooms that reflect the workplace
Our facilities are purpose-built to accommodate the practical nature of our degrees. Our newly opened Engineering, Technology and Aviation building is a space for innovation with classrooms designed to reflect the workplace.
Industry Connections
Our degrees have strong ties to industry with work placement and mentoring opportunities as you study, giving you the chance to develop the knowledge, skills and attributes that are necessary to succeed in your career.
Strong future career prospects
Jobs in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) are growing significantly faster than other occupations with the majority of future jobs growth likely to be in these fields.
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Book a 15-minute Q&A session to explore your study options, receive personalised application support and get advice on a range of support services available at Griffith.
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At Griffith, we’re known for delivering an outstanding student experience, our high-quality degrees, welcoming environment, and flexible study options.
At Griffith, we’re known for delivering an outstanding student experience, our high-quality degrees, welcoming environment, and flexible study options.
Transform your career and the future of healthcare
To ensure our healthcare systems are prepared to meet the challenges of the future, they need visionary leadership and effective management. Join the next generation of healthcare leaders and discover how to drive change, develop the key managerial skills you’ll need to grow your career and make a lasting contribution to the wellbeing of our communities.
Our range of postgraduate degrees in health leadership will provide you with the practical skills and theoretical frameworks required to think strategically and act decisively—in both clinical settings and beyond.
Health services management
Become an effective leader in the health service industry, able to navigate the complex systems required to ensure smooth, safe operation for staff and patients alike. You'll learn to plan, direct, coordinate and supervise healthcare delivery and drive positive outcomes.
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Human services
Pursue a rewarding and in-demand career, helping people improve their social, economic, personal and communal wellbeing . You'll learn from experts with strong links to health and community sectors, as well as government and non-government organisations
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Infection prevention and control
Equip yourself to take on growing threats to our future health with a degree in infection prevention and control. You'll develop advanced skills in evaluating and implementing preventative measures and control programs in both clinical and non-clinical settings.
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Public health and health promotion
Learn how to understand and act on the factors that can lead to poor health as well as those that sustain good health—from disaster response and school and workplace health to communicable disease management, pollution control and public health solutions.
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Life at Griffith
You can gain more than just a degree at Griffith. With plenty of opportunities to balance life and study, you can make memories and mates to last a lifetime.
Our undergraduate double degrees allow you to complete two bachelor degrees simultaneously, generally over four or five years. You’ll be able to follow your passions and gain broad foundation of complementary skills that can be applied across industries, so there are more doors open to you when you graduate.
Combining two bachelor degrees usually involves studying the same number of courses each trimester as you would in a single degree. You’ll complete core courses from both, but with fewer electives, which saves on time and fees. And depending on what degrees and subjects you choose, you might also be able to finish faster by studying across all three trimesters.
Our double degrees are structured to include industry internships and work placements throughout, giving you the opportunity to make practical connections between each study area. In your final year, you’ll complete a capstone course that brings together all the knowledge and skills you’ve gained during your double degree—and apply it to a challenge or opportunity relevant to your areas of focus.
Our vertical doubles combine a bachelor and Masters degree, offering a fully rounded education in your chosen field. You may also be able to get out into the workforce sooner and access higher-level job opportunities and salaries earlier in your career*.
For most verticals, you’ll complete the bachelor component within the first three years of your degree, followed by an additional year for the Masters portion. This means you’ll benefit from a cohesive curriculum that builds upon itself and provides a streamlined journey through both degrees. You’ll also have a greater sense of certainty about where you’re going while you study—with an achievable end goal always in sight.
* 2023 graduate outcomes survey National Report (May 2024)
Study anytime, anywhere with a leader in online education.
The world of work is changing and so are the needs of students. Located at your fingertips, we offer an extensive range of online degrees through a vibrant, virtual community which allows you to study when and where you like with access to expert knowledge from award-winning academics. Graduate with a degree from a university that is ranked in the top 2% worldwide.
Whether you’re balancing work, family or just life in general, we understand that study isn’t your only commitment. That’s why our online degrees have been developed to be flexible to ensure you can fit study into your busy lifestyle. With over 100 online degrees to choose from in areas such as: nursing, arts, law, business, aviation and teaching (to name a few) there is sure to be a degree that suits you.
We know that everyone’s situation is different, so why should everyone study in the same way? At Griffith, you can choose from over 100 degrees, three ways to study online and have the freedom to mix and match to suit your changing needs. Plus, as life gets busy, you’ll have the flexibility to accelerate or slow down your study to make your university life easier and more enjoyable. Of course, even if you choose to study online, you can still come to campus to take advantage of all the great facilities we have to offer.
Griffith is a world-class university and a leading provider of online education, with a reputation for research and teaching excellence.
Support when you need it
As 40% of our cohort study at least one subject online, you can be sure that you will have plenty of dedicated student support and services on hand. You will have access to the library, learning support tools, Student Support Advisers, and technical and IT support will keep you connected.
Griffith is one of Australia's leading providers of online education with over 100 online degrees available through our Digital campus. Learn from award-winning academics and graduate with a degree from a university that is ranked in the top 2% worldwide.
Studying online doesn’t mean studying alone. You’ll be part of our online community of more than 11,000 students through our Digital campus. All our courses have dedicated discussion boards and live online tutorials where you connect with your fellow students and academics to discuss a lesson, share ideas and ask questions.
We all know that life gets busy and adding another element like study can be a challenge. Our range of online courses and different study modes mean you can create your study plan to fit with your existing commitments such as work and family. You can fast-track your studies to finish your degree sooner or press pause when life gets in the way.
Finishing high school and starting university is an exciting milestone
It's also a great chance to focus on a study area that matches your interests and aspirations, as well as meet like minded people and make lifelong friends. Studying at Griffith, you'll have the chance to learn in real-world settings in addition to your classroom studies. You might even choose to complete part of your degree overseas.
Embarking on a degree after 12 years of school can also feel daunting, which is why we offer a range of support services and resources to help you along the way.
There's a lot to think about in the lead up to university
Parents and guardians provide essential support to students in helping them make a decision about university and encouraging them to pursue their desired career. Investigating your student's future study options with them is a top way to help.
If they're unsure about what to study, a good starting point is to get them thinking about their interests and favourite school subjects as well as their career ambitions. It can also be helpful to encourage them to attend key events such as Open Day and to get informed about Griffith yourself.
Not starting university straight after high school?
At Griffith, more than half our new students have been working or doing other things since high school, which means we’re experienced at helping you fit university study into your life.
Whether you are working full time or busy with your family, you'll feel welcomed and supported throughout your study journey at Griffith. We’re committed to providing the support you need to achieve your goals, whatever your circumstances.
Not everyone comes to university straight from high school
You might have completed TAFE or other studies first, transferred from a different university, had a gap year after school or decided to start a degree after years of work experience in a different field.
At Griffith, we have students of all ages, from late teens and early 20s right through to mature age students in their 70s. More than half our new students are non-school leavers, which means we're experienced at providing the support you need to achieve your goals, whatever your circumstances.
Why Choose Griffith
Griffith is a world-class university where students of all ages and backgrounds can achieve their goals.
Focus on flexibility
Study, learn, and connect anywhere, anytime 100% online, in person, full-time, part-time or a combination.
Make it fit
With three trimesters each year and flexible study plans, you can fit your course timetable with your needs.
Be supported
From preparing your application to getting help with fees, from childcare services to transport options, you'll be guided by our expert advisers.
Take the credit
You can apply to use your existing experience, training or qualifications as credit for your degree at Griffith.
Australia’s top teachers
Griffith has received more Australian Awards for University Teaching than any other university.
Join our community
You'll feel welcomed and supported throughout your studies at Griffith.
Get connected
Take your place as a member of the Griffith alumni network, with than 200,000 graduates around the world.
University life doesn't have to be daunting. At Griffith, we provide a range of support services as well as ways to meet new friends and balance life and study.
University study offers the opportunity to focus on an area of interest in more depth than high school allows.
There are more options at university than at school, giving your teenager the chance to pursue other interests they may have picked up through sport, casual work, volunteering, art, music—or other extracurricular activities.
If your teenager enjoys working in a group, they might want to consider a career where they can work with people, such as teaching or healthcare. Independent workers might find that working in areas such as business or law will suit them. Lots of jobs involve a bit of both.
Some degrees can lead to a specific job title—for example, teacher, doctor, architect (this sometimes involves further training to meet accreditation requirements).
If your teenager doesn’t have a specific job for their future career in mind, they might find studying a more general degree, like arts, business or science, can be helpful, as they’ll get to learn about different areas before choosing a specialisation and be prepared for work in a wide range of industries.
It can be helpful to remind your teenager that if they change their mind, or if they don’t get into their first choice, there are usually options to change their degree after they’ve started at university.
Future job clusters describe someone’s natural interests and abilities and can help your teenager to pre-think their future career goals. Rather than being specific to a career, they are transferable across a range of different jobs. They can use these clusters to help them work out what career path they might take. Find out more at QTAC.
Study anytime, anywhere with a leader in online education.
The world of work is changing and so are the needs of students. Located at your fingertips, we offer an extensive range of online degrees through a vibrant, virtual community which allows you to study when and where you like with access to expert knowledge from award-winning academics. Graduate with a degree from a university that is ranked in the top 2% worldwide.
Whether you’re balancing work, family or just life in general, we understand that study isn’t your only commitment. That’s why our online degrees have been developed to be flexible to ensure you can fit study into your busy lifestyle. With over 100 online degrees to choose from in areas such as: nursing, arts, law, business, aviation and teaching (to name a few) there is sure to be a degree that suits you.
We know that everyone’s situation is different, so why should everyone study in the same way? At Griffith, you can choose from over 100 degrees, three ways to study online and have the freedom to mix and match to suit your changing needs. Plus, as life gets busy, you’ll have the flexibility to accelerate or slow down your study to make your university life easier and more enjoyable. Of course, even if you choose to study online, you can still come to campus to take advantage of all the great facilities we have to offer.
A postgraduate degree from Griffith can help you achieve your career goals and reach your full potential
Whether you're interested in broadening your skills, becoming a specialist or changing careers, we can help. Griffith provides diverse opportunities to pursue your postgraduate ambitions including postgraduate coursework degrees or postgraduate research degrees.
You might be more qualified to study a postgraduate degree than you think. At Griffith, we recognise the knowledge gained through work experience, as well as prior study. And with full-time, part-time, online and intensive study options, you can tailor your study to fit in with your lifestyle.
At Griffith, we offer hundreds of study possibilities
Ranking in the top 2% of universities worldwide, Griffith University offers future-focused degrees that are developed in consultation with industry, based on cutting-edge research, and taught by Australia’s most awarded teachers.
Our degrees span a wide range of disciplines and are informed by world-class research and industry connections. We also offer a range of personal and learning support services to help you develop your academic and research skills and manage life while you study.
Apply now for scholarships
We offer hundreds of scholarships to our students, and you can apply for all of them with just one online form.
Scholarships are free to apply and offer support for academic achievement, relocation, First Peoples, sports achievement and others. One application form, all scholarships considered.
The International Academic Merit Scholarship offers a 20% tuition fee reduction to eligible international students starting in 2026 and 2027, no separate application required!
Ask about what life at Griffith University is really like. Our Student Ambassadors are all current students who started out just like you and understand the journey you are on.
Professional learning that's flexible and tailored to your needs
Whether you’re looking for new skills, new inspiration or a new sense of purpose in this ever-changing world, keep your career moving towards a brighter, more secure future with our innovative new range of stackable professional courses, expertly matched to the emerging economy.
You can choose one, or choose more: it’s up to you. Designed to boost your employability, we’ve carefully selected and developed each course based on extensive research into the future of professional work and the key themes driving our economy. This new learning style allows you to tailor your education by selecting one or more courses most relevant to your personal aspirations.
Each course is underpinned by Griffith values and a student support structure built to help you succeed and thrive. You’ll learn how to be adaptable and think sustainably and strategically, essential skills for today's professionals. It’s not just a better way forward for you, it’s a better way forward for all of us.
Which course is right for you?
Griffith Professional allows you to choose any combination of standalone courses, to tailor your learning so you make the most of your time and get to where you want to go faster.
Depending on your career aspirations, you can choose how many courses you complete. The choice is up to you.
A postgraduate degree from Griffith can help you achieve your career goals and reach your full potential
Whether you're interested in broadening your skills, becoming a specialist or changing careers, we can help. You might be more qualified to study a postgraduate degree than you think.
At Griffith, we recognise the knowledge gained through work experience, as well as prior study.
Study visual arts or design at the Queensland College of Art and Design (QCAD), Australia's leading art and design college, or study film, animation or games design at Griffith Film School, the largest school of its kind in Australia.
At Griffith, you'll develop and showcase your creative talents in world-class facilities and studio spaces, learning from industry leaders who love to push the boundaries.
When you choose Griffith, you'll graduate with the skills and confidence to build your career anywhere in the world. Our innovative community of students, alumni, staff and researchers include artists, designers, photographers, screen media creators, virtual production practitioners and visual communicators, who are transforming lives through their creativity.
We're focused on sustainable solutions and ground-breaking discoveries
We offer a range of science and environment degrees—from chemical to forensic, marine to biomedical. You'll learn from award-winning teachers in state-of-the-art labs. You'll also benefit from our close ties with industry and gain valuable hands-on experience in the field.
Committed to the future of music and performing arts
Take your talent to the next level at one of Australia’s leading universities for musicians and performing artists. Follow in the footsteps of our world-renowned alumni as you mature as an artist in a challenging yet supportive environment.
Specialise in fields from classical and jazz to contemporary music and acting at Queensland Conservatorium—or musical theatre at Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre—and join a community of some of the country’s most recognisable and diverse musicians and performers.
You will learn in state-of-the-art spaces, from award-winning teachers dedicated to advancing your artistic skill, encouraging development of your creative identity, and supporting you as a professional of the highest calibre. Situated in Brisbane's vibrant South Bank cultural precinct, you’ll benefit from our strong partnerships with both local and global industry connections, providing the opportunity to apply your talents at a professional level.
Our music, musical theatre and acting degrees blend education and industry training, offering practical professional experience both on-stage and backstage. Working and learning alongside top-tier performers and creatives, you'll have an exclusive stage-door pass, placing you at the heart of Queensland's thriving cultural scene.
Strengthen your understanding of societies, cultures, languages and people
Studying arts and humanities will challenge you to think critically and creatively, to innovate, to communicate for influence, and to harness the power of your ideas.
You will develop a deeper understanding of societies, cultures and people, and how to communicate effectively with them. As part of your degree you'll have access to internships and hands-on projects that enhance your skills and strengthen your confidence.
Join us in leading the way towards a healthier future for all
We recognise that the healthcare system of the future will be built through innovation. That’s why we’ve invested in world-class research, cutting-edge learning facilities and some of Australia’s most highly awarded academics. When you choose to study health at Griffith, you’re joining a forward-thinking, future-ready university that shares your passion for making a difference that matters.
With more than 100 health degrees offered across our campuses, we are one of the country’s largest faculties. Our Gold Coast campus is located within the fast-growing Gold Coast Health and Knowledge Precinct and has close links to Gold Coast University Hospital, which hosts many of the 2000+ clinical placements we provide to our students.
Medicine, pharmacy, paramedicine, dentistry and oral health
Planning and building sustainable solutions for our communities and cities
When you study architecture, construction or planning at Griffith, you’ll learn from industry professional in state-of-the-art design studios. You’ll also get hands on experience and make lasting industry connections through a work-placement as part of your degree. Our strong focus on sustainability forms our degrees, giving you a richer learning experience.
We focus on innovation and creating smarter solutions, with soaring ambitions for the future
Our strong links with industry inform our engineering, IT and aviation degrees. Our engineering degrees span civil, electrical, environmental, mechanical and software engineering, with IT degrees across computer science, information systems and multimedia design. We also have Australia's most highly recognised Aviation program. Studying engineering, IT or aviation at Griffith, you'll learn in cutting-edge facilities and gain valuable hands-on experience on real projects.
Create your teaching career with confidence and build a brighter future in education
Join the next generation of teachers at Queensland's most in-demand university for initial teacher education.*
Studying education at Griffith, you’ll learn how to engage students and set the foundation for your own successful classroom. We have a strong track record for preparing the teachers of tomorrow in priority areas such as STEAM education, digital coding, literacy, wellbeing and inclusive education.
Our degrees span all levels of learning from early childhood through to primary and secondary education. Be the teacher that kids will remember and gain the contemporary teaching skills you need to get ahead.
Make industry connections while you study
Griffith is ranked #1 for Law and Criminology in Australia*, and we have one of the largest criminology academic communities in the world.
As a criminology or law student at Griffith, you'll benefit from our industry-informed learning and gain valuable experience working on real cases and clients during your studies.
*Tied position, 2023 Shanghai Global Rankings of Academic Subjects
Do business for a better world
If you want a career that has a positive impact, Griffith will equip you with the skills to lead the way for ethical, profitable business.
A career in business and government offers a transferrable skill set that is relevant across a wide variety of industries and sectors. Studying at Griffith ensures you will graduate with the skills and values you need to make the most of the opportunities that the new economy offers. You’ll have the chance to learn from internships, mentors, community projects and a variety of local or global experiences. Plus, Griffith Business School holds AACSB International accreditation—awarded to just 5 per cent of the world’s business schools—which means your degree will be recognised globally for its quality.
If you want a career that has a positive impact, Griffith will equip you with the skills to lead the way for ethical, profitable business.
If you want to learn business skills built on the foundations of creativity, adaptability, diversity and sustainability, choose Griffith and pursue a business degree made to grow you into a modern industry leader.
As a learning diversity teacher working with students from Years 8 to 10, education graduate Todd Winton's role involves teaching small group classes and tailoring learning experiences to suit students' individual educational needs. 'My Griffith degree gave me the confidence and experience with a vast range of teaching practices,' he says. 'It also helped me develop a range of appropriate practices to improve student outcomes.'
To prepare you for the future of healthcare, we harness the latest in technology and teaching approaches. Alongside our world-class lab facilities, you’ll also have access to cutting-edge virtual reality and simulated learning experiences to help you hone your skills.
A holistic and inclusive approach to health
The best outcomes for patients and health professionals rely on a collaborative, inclusive approach to care. You’ll learn alongside students and staff from the full range of clinical areas, preparing you to work across communities as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Leading research capabilities
As part of our commitment to innovation, we’re proud to be a world-leader in a wide range of research areas. You’ll explore the future of healthcare alongside some of Australia’s most experienced academics and benefit from their local and international networks.
Support to drive your success
As a values-led university and faculty, we’ll provide unrivalled support to help you succeed, in and out of the classroom, and long after you’ve graduated. From flexible online study, work-integrated learning, industry placements and scholarships to dedicated academic, IT, careers, and health and wellbeing support, we’re here for you at every stage of your study journey.
Griffith is ranked #1 for Law and Criminology in Australia*, and we have one of the largest criminology academic communities in the world.
As a criminology or law student at Griffith, you'll benefit from our industry-informed learning and gain valuable experience working on real cases and clients during your studies.
*Tied position, 2023 Shanghai Global Rankings of Academic Subjects
Our world-class facilities and research provide an edge
The $150 million Griffith Health Centre on our Gold Coast campus operates over the road from the 750-bed Gold Coast University Hospital and a 250-bed private hospital. It's a unique environment in which to gain unrivalled clinical experiences. Our industry-leading research in many areas of medical science informs our degree content, helping to produce forward-thinking graduates ready to make their mark in a healthcare career.
Chris Eigeland
Bachelor of Laws/Bachelor of Arts
Griffith graduate Chris Eigeland is a serial entrepreneur, international lawyer and Australia's Youth Representative to the United Nations for 2016. He has founded three international enterprises, each addressing a unique social challenge. Recognised as a 'Global Shaper' by the World Economic Forum, Chris is an ambassador for the international leadership network 'One Young World', and is a contributor at forums such as the G20 on innovation and global challenges. In 2014, Chris was named Australian Young Innovator of the Year, and has previously been acknowledged as a Prime Minister's Australia-Asia Scholar. He has also served as a Director of 'Global Voices', a not-for-profit providing pathways for young Australians to contribute to international diplomacy. Through his experiences, Chris has discovered that the most inspiring entrepreneurs aren't changing the world from Sydney or Silicon Valley, but are on the ground in remote and regional areas - identifying new problems, trying new ideas, and finding solutions.
Brodie Chan
Griffith engineering graduate
Currently working as an engineer with Brisbane consultancy GHD, Brodie Chan's engineering degree included access to major engineering companies, projects and programs in Australia and internationally. Brodie was also involved in the Griffith Honours College, which gave him the opportunity to volunteer in Vietnam, attend the APEC Youth Summit in Bali and co-ordinate local volunteering projects. Brodie also travelled to Kassel, Germany, as part of a four-week engineering and cultural training module. 'Studying at Griffith has broadened my perspective and given me the confidence, opportunities and the practical tools to go on and achieve my goals as a civil engineer,' he says.
Ethan Bowering
Bachelor of Urban and Environmental Planning/Bachelor of Science
During his time at Griffith, Ethan Bowering won the Prime Minister's Australia Asia Award, travelling to Hong Kong to study, and interned in Beijing with the United Nations Environment Programme. After graduating, he landed a job as a policy officer for the Commonwealth Department of the Environment. Now he's completing a Master of Public Policy at the prestigious University of Cambridge, thanks to receiving a Cambridge Australia A P Platt Scholarship. He hopes this qualification will prepare him for a leadership role in environmental policy in Australia.
Daniel Lyons
Griffith Bachelor of Arts graduate
Bachelor of Arts student Daniel Lyons secured an enviable job with the Royal Australian Air Force before he graduated. As a Communications and Information Systems Controller, Daniel manages, monitors and maintains Local Area Networks, as well as operate communication facilities and safe keep classified data. 'The critical thinking skills I developed throughout my Bachelor of Arts degree have definitely given me the edge in getting this role,' he says.
Mirusia Louwerse
Bachelor of Music (Classical Voice)
Mirusia Louwerse is an Australian-Dutch soprano who gained worldwide fame as a soloist with Andre Rieu—the man responsible for turning classical and waltz music into a hugely successful worldwide concert touring act. She studied opera at Queensland Conservatorium and at the age of 21 was announced as the youngest winner ever of the prestigious Dame Joan Sutherland Opera Award. She says her time at Queensland Conservatorium was marked by a feeling that it was finally a place where she fitted in, where she 'made lifelong friends and contacts in the music industry'. 'My dream always was to tour the world, and I am fortunate to say I have followed and lived that dream so far! I am really proud of my achievements in my career, but I am also still learning every day and there is still so much I want to do.'
Nicole Gardiner
Griffith forensic science and criminology graduate
When Nicole Gardiner was 10 she used to sneak out of her room to watch criminal forensic TV show CSI. This sparked a passion for forensics that led her to study a Bachelor of Forensic Science and Bachelor of Criminology double degree Griffith. Working as a forensic biologist with the Northern Territory Police Fire and Emergency Service, Nicole says Griffith paved the way for her to be a prime candidate in the workforce. 'Griffith gave me the knowledge and the building blocks for my dream career,' she says.
Bleach* Festival partnership
Griffith University has signed a three-year partnership with Bleach* Festival—the Gold Coast’s premiere arts and culture event. Griffith University Deputy Vice Chancellor (Engagement), Professor Martin Betts, said the partnership with Bleach* Festival would provide a remarkable opportunity for students involved in the creative arts at Griffith. ‘Griffith has been recognised as the number one creative arts university in Australia and for our students to be involved in an event like this is an invaluable opportunity.
Our partnership with Bleach* Festival gives our students absolute access and participation in a world-class event.’ Bleach* Festival Artistic Director and CEO Louise Bezzina, herself a Griffith alumnus, said the partnership would provide opportunities for students across the university, from marketing and events management to urban planning.
Jeremy Hartley
Jeremy Hartley is making his mark on an international scale. His latest enterprise, Hartley Watches, attracts consumers across the globe. Combined with his successful Teatox Australia initiative—one of the country's biggest weight-loss businesses of its kind—Jeremy's ventures are forecast to turnover more than $1 million in 2016. Studying business at Griffith has reinforced his formidable entrepreneurial savvy and bolstered his confidence in taking new products overseas. 'My studies have helped me to develop and sharpen my skills as an all-round business person,' Jeremy says. 'I've learned about areas like regulation, trademark boundaries and entering different markets. Knowing how governments work in different countries has been very valuable.'
Become a cutting-edge creative in the field of your choice.
Our Queensland College of Art and Design (QCAD) and Griffith Film School (GFS) visual arts, and design, and screen media studios are located on the banks of the Brisbane River at South Bank. Studio spaces cater to students of drawing, photography, sculpture, jewellery and small objects, printmaking, contemporary Australian Indigenous art, painting, and design, film, animation, games design and virtual production. These studio settings create ideal opportunities for students of QCAD and GFS to grow their creative community.
Your creative career, made at QCAD and GFS
The Queensland College of Art and Design is renowned for its studio culture, vibrancy, and sense of social purpose. Choose from degrees in design, visual arts and contemporary Australian Indigenous art.
Griffith University is also home to the Griffith Film School, where you can choose from degrees in film and screen media production, animation, and games design and production.
Learn and create in inspiring spaces
Study at our South Bank campus in the heart of Brisbane's cultural precinct (QCAD and GFS), or at the thriving arts community at the Gold Coast campus (QCAD) and enjoy access to world-class facilities, art galleries, exhibition spaces, studios and cutting-edge computer laboratories. We prioritise a lively studio culture, emphasising thinking through making and increasing learning opportunities across our varied and well-equipped studios.
Take it from the top
Our lecturers regularly hold exhibitions of their work and are represented on industry boards. This means you'll learn your craft from some of the country's leading artists, designers, and screen media practitioners. Learn how to get your work into the public domain and take advantage of masterclasses with visiting scholars and practising artists to inspire your creativity and increase your network.
We’re proud to deliver an outstanding education that supports our students in facing the future with confidence, competence and the knowledge and skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Practical hands-on learning
Gain the technical skills and practical experience to forge a career in your chosen creative field. Our commercial studios, LiveWorm, LiveLab, LiveSpace and LiveImage offer students the opportunity to gain practical experience working on real projects for real clients. This means you’ll build your portfolio and make critical contacts and networks even before you graduate.
Our trimesters allow you to design your schedule to fit with what works for you – including accelerating your study if you wish.
You will undertake practical classroom experience in each year of study, and in the Bachelor of Education, can wait until second year to choose your major of primary teaching (including early childhood) or secondary teaching.
With the Queensland Government reporting the full-time starting teacher salary at approximately $82,000 a year, you could be earning more than graduates from engineering and law*.
*Pay and benefits, Teach Queensland, 2024.
Contemporary learning
At Griffith, we recognise and celebrate community and classroom diversity and its potential in the positive development of society. This is at the core of your education experience, as we prepare you to teach learners across the full range of abilities. You will develop the pedagogical understanding needed for effective student engagement, planning and assessment, as well as essential skills in curriculum, technologies, Indigenous knowledges, community support and more.
Professional experience and support
Professional placements (or ‘prac’) give you invaluable hands-on experience through structured and supported work placements, to ensure you are career ready. Griffith has a dedicated Professional Experience team who organise your placement and support you throughout, including liaising with your school and mentoring you through the experience.
Our degrees are designed to respond to the changing world we live in and the demands it places on the education industry. Depending on your selected education specialisations, you may have the choice to study in person at one of our campuses, online through our Digital campus, or a combination of both.
Study among the best
Griffith has over 50 years of teacher preparation experience, and our lecturers are recognised as among the best in Australia. We will support you to build your expertise with the advanced practical and research-based skills required for the evolving industry.
School and industry networks
Griffith’s strong relationships with schools and sector partners means we can offer opportunities locally, as well as in rural, remote and culturally diverse locations within Australia and overseas. Placements are undertaken in blocks of 10-30 days and are normally within 90 minutes of your home.
Helping children reach their full potential is a fulfilling, rewarding career
Top ranking
Global top 100 for Performing Arts.*
*2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject
Musical Theatre Academy
In partnership with QPAC, our Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre offers students unparalleled professional experience.
Performance opportunities
Perform to audiences across a variety of settings. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your skills and engage with industry.
Renowned teachers
As one of Australia’s leading music and performing arts universities, you'll work closely with award-winning music and performing arts educators.
Study engineering, IT and aviation at Griffith
Practical, hands-on learning
At Griffith your degree is built around hands on, project based learning. Our facilities are purpose-built to accommodate the practical and creative nature of our degrees.
Foundation first year
Our Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) have a foundation first year, designed to help you find your feet at university and test out different study areas. You get to choose your major specialisation when you’re ready, before you start second year of your studies.
Strong future career prospects
The majority of future jobs growth is likely to be in science, technology, engineering and maths. Our degrees have strong ties to industry with work placement and mentoring opportunities as you study.
Australia's most recognised aviation program
With our innovative approach to aviation education, and 25 years of experience teaching in the field, we've gained an international reputation for producing qualified graduates in demand by the aviation industry.
Study science and environment at Griffith
Hear from Professor Tim Riley and Professor Chris Frid, School of Environment and Science; Associate Professor Kylie Pitt, Australian Rivers Institute; Professor Vicky Avery and Professor Jennifer Martin, Griffith Institute for Drug Discovery; and Professor Howard Wiseman, Centre for Quantum Dynamics.
Practical experience
We offer a range of flexible and innovative programs to give you practical experience beyond the classroom. Depending on what you study, you could find yourself studying wildlife in Nepal or alpine plants in the Australian Alps. You can also complete an industry-based project, which will prepare you for the workplace and provide valuable industry networks before you graduate.
Learn from leading researchers
Throughout your degree you will be taught by leading Australian researchers who are developing scientific solutions to global challenges. In the most recent Excellence in Research for Australia results, Griffith rated ‘well above world standards’, the maximum rating possible for chemical sciences, environmental sciences, evolutionary biology, chemistry, condensed matter physics and quantum physics. Griffith was also named the Nature Index Rising Star for the Oceania region in 2018.
Committed to sustainability
With teaching focused on natural, social and economic aspects of the environment, Griffith is committed to sustainability. You’ll be learning from researchers who are investigating reef building algae that could help coral reefs withstand rising temperatures, gathering insights on how changing ocean conditions are influencing the recovery of whale populations and bringing off-grid renewable power systems to the Pacific Islands.
Unique degree offerings
With a broad and distinct range of science and environment degrees and majors on offer, you’ll find a course to suit your area of interest. You could study the only forensic science degree in Queensland or broaden your career options and develop a specialised skillset by combining your science or environmental science degree with a data science degree.
Study your way
You can create your course timetable to fit in with your job or your travel plans, just ask us how. With the flexibility of studying part-time or full-time, over two or three trimesters, you have choices.
The world is catching up with a clear shift away from outdated business practices. The new Bachelor of business is a genuine alternative to traditional business degrees. It’s a whole new way of thinking for a whole new generation of future business professionals.
Today’s employers are looking for graduates with soft skills and adaptability to change, often learned on the job. When you study business or government at Griffith, you have the opportunity to develop these skills through co and extra-curricular programs and activities and graduate with a head start in the employment market. You'll also learn how to challenge conventions and think creatively to solve problems. The BusinessPLUS and Leadership Programs cater for beginners as well as offering more advanced skills. You’ll have the opportunity to take part in career skills workshops combined with mentoring, internships and industry engagement projects that introduce you to the networks you’ll rely on later.
Be ready for the future of business
In today’s business landscape, purposeful, value-driven companies outperform the market; climate and social change is tied to fiscal policy; and rapid technological innovation is commonplace. As a Griffith business or government student, we’ll prepare you for the future of business through opportunities and practical experiences of these trends within international, national and local settings in the work environment and in the classroom. You’ll graduate with skills and knowledge of the adaptability required for organisations to prosper today and into the future.
Learn from leaders
When you study business at Griffith, you're studying among the world's best. Griffith Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business - International, meaning your degree is recognised globally as a high-quality program. For the past few years, we have ranked in the global top 150 for politics and international studies and we are recognised experts in Asian studies, international business, tourism, sport management, finance and financial planning. Our students think we're great too, rating us above the national average in the latest Student Experience Survey.
Build foundations for your future
Through industry placements and work-integrated-learning, you'll be primed for the workplace as you develop skills and benefit from experiences which will complement your classroom studies. You'll also learn from industry guest lecturers and discover how business theory applies on the job. Take advantage of opportunities which will enable you to develop a global outlook and build international networks through our international student exchange programs and internships.
Expand your prospects
You can multiply your options with a double degree or double major and design the career that's right for you. A double degree or double major shows employers a highly motivated graduate with a broad range of skills and perspectives. Combine your studies in business, commerce or government with another area that's important to you and build a career of distinction.
Study in state-of-the-art facilities
Our world-class amenities include two advanced financial trading centres that provide real-time access to global financial markets combined with the sophisticated analytical tools used by investment professionals. Our lecture theatres and seminar rooms are all equipped with the video conferencing capability which makes playback easy. You'll also have access to a range of individual and group study areas, collaboration zones and specialised teaching spaces that are all fitted with the latest collaboration technology so you can engage online with your classmates.
Study architecture, construction and planning at Griffith
Focused on sustainability
Throughout your degree you will be taught by leading Australian researchers who are developing scientific solutions to global challenges. In the most recent Excellence in Research for Australia results, Griffith rated ‘well above world standards’, the maximum rating possible for chemical sciences, environmental sciences, evolutionary biology, chemistry, condensed matter physics and quantum physics. Griffith was also named the Nature Index Rising Star for the Oceania region in 2018.
Strong industry connections
Our degrees are developed in conjunction with our industry advisory board, ensuring the degree meets the needs of industry and that our graduates have the skills employers want. With industry placements as part of your study, you'll gain the insight and skills needed to excel in the industry.
Unique student opportunities
Whether your choose to study architecture, construction or planning, our learning experiences help you stand out from the crowd, such as our practice-led design studios, international field study electives or focus on leadership development.
Study your way
You can create your course timetable to fit in with your job or your travel plans, just ask us how. With the flexibility of studying part-time or full-time, over two or three trimesters, you have choices.
Study humanities, languages and social science at Griffith
Gain a deeper understanding of the world to meet complex communication and cultural challenges.
Adam Drake has had a varied and interesting career since graduating from a Bachelor of Arts. After working with youth-based theatre production companies, he was inspired to found Balanced Choice, an organisation providing fitness and theatre programs for young people. The program has been rolled out across three states, and Adam – a 2019 Northern Territory Australian of the Year nominee – facilitates workshops for over 50 organisations nationwide. He recently returned to Griffith to run a workshop for the School of Humanities, Languages and Social Science course, Drama for Social Action.
Create more career paths
You can complement your professional interests with study in a wide range of areas including sociology, security studies, politics and international studies, literary studies, creative writing, Islam—West relations, Indigenous studies or history, to create your own unique skill set. Plus you'll have access to an extensive range of internships, practical experiences and overseas travel opportunities to enhance your knowledge, skills and potential.
Real skills, knowledge and connections
We play a major role in education and training for federal and state government, and work closely with arts and industry organisations and community services to provide responses to contemporary issues. Our degrees are informed by industry, which means you can be confident you'll graduate with the skills employers want.
Learn a language
The ability to communicate in other languages and understand cultures will help you in almost any career you choose. Studying a language at Griffith is the next best thing to learning in the country of origin. We specialise in Chinese, Spanish, Japanese and Italian. You can also deepen your knowledge and understanding by studying linguistics, the science of language.
Study criminology and law at Griffith
Get practical legal and criminological experience
You’ll graduate with real-world skills dealing with a range of cases, governments, agencies and projects. Studying law, you’ll gain practical experience from your first year through moots, court visits and industry networking. Studying criminology and criminal justice, you’ll gain hands-on experience in policing, custodial and community corrections, youth justice, security agencies and more.
Learn from the best
You’ll learn from award-winning teachers and staff who are considered international leaders in their field. Our cutting-edge research also feeds into our degrees, giving you the most up-to-date study content and best skills for an employment edge.
Pave the way to a rewarding profession
Our School of Criminology and Criminal Justice is internationally renowned for ground-breaking research, innovative and flexible teaching and close collaboration with practitioners and employers. Our Griffith Law School is highly acclaimed and will connect you with exceptional alumni and legal professionals in a wide range of fields.
Flexibility
Tailor your timetable - Even if you study full-time on-campus, you may still be able to customise your degree to suit your needs. From a range of tutorial times to online access to lectures and other course material, we're here to help you fit study in with your work and life commitments.
Career outcomes
Get set to make a positive difference
Griffith criminology and law graduates are leaders in a wide variety of sectors and are held in high regard nationally and internationally
Our law degree paves the way for careers as a lawyer, solicitor or barrister. If you graduate law, you'll also be prepared for roles beyond the legal environment, such as policymaker, politician or human rights defender. If you complete our criminology and criminal justice degree, you'll graduate ready for positions in the state and federal police force, customs, intelligence and security organisations, youth justice, victim support and mediation, and corrective services.
Career outcomes
Develop, lead, advise and manage
With a global outlook, our graduates can make their mark anywhere in the world
Depending on your degree and specialisation, you may become a business manager, an accountant or economist, a financial planner, human resources manager, event organiser, tourism operator, property developer, policymaker, diplomat, politician, business analyst, consultant or adviser. If you have entrepreneurial flair, you could even devleop your own ideas and launch your own business.
Career outcomes
Inspire a love of learning
Our graduates are in demand in the independent, Catholic and state education systems in Queensland, as well as internationally
Depending on your particular education degree, you'll be qualified to work as a teacher in public and private schools and institutions, teaching across your chosen education level or subject areas. You may also land roles in education and training outside of schools. The skills gained throughout your degree will also prepare you for positions in community development.
Career outcomes
Create the career you want
With the skills and confidence to harness their creativity, our graduates can practice their craft anywhere in the world
Depending on your degree and specialisation, you'll be primed for careers including visual artist, gallery manager or curator, photographer or photojournalist, jeweller or jewellery designer, illustrator, artist, film producer, director, film editor, graphic designer, games designer, animator, art director or fashion designer. You may also find opportunities in arts management and education.
Career outcomes
Get set for a sound future
Our graduates teach, perform and facilitate music making across Queensland, Australia and the world stage
Depending on your music degree and specialisation, you may become a vocalist, instrumentalist, musical theatre performer, musician, songwriter, music technologist, concert performer, music producer, sound engineer, composer, music promoter, music distributor or event organiser. You may also find opportunities across a range of other industries connected with music.
Career outcomes
Take innovation to new heights
From drug discovery to flying planes, our degrees can take you anywhere
As an aviation graduate, you may become a charter pilot, flight instructor, airline manager, air traffic controller, airline captain, airline staff trainer or Air Force first officer. As a science graduate and depending on your degree, you'll be prepared for a careers such as microbiologist, pharmaceutical scientist, biochemist, marine scientist, wildlife biologist, chemist, biotechnologist, forensic chemist or toxicologist, environmental scientist, mathematician or DNA expert.
Career outcomes
Connect, enlighten and inspire
If you're planning a career in the creative industries, corporate sector, government, media, non-government organisations or community sector, humanities and languages are for you. Depending on your degree, you'll be prepared for careers including writer, journalist, editor, language teacher, communications manager, marketing executive, advisor, advocate, public relations consultant, entrepreneur, policymaker, author, school teacher, researcher, security analyst, museum curator, community leader, book or movie critic, poet, novelist or biographer.
Career outcomes
Get set to build the future
Our graduates are primed for work in a range of rapidly evolving and digitised industries
Depending on the type of engineering degree you complete, you'll be qualified for work as a civil engineer, electrical engineer, biomedical engineer, environmental engineer, mechanical engineer, software engineer, industrial designer or construction manager. As an IT graduate and depending on your degree, you'll qualify for roles as a software, app, game or web developer, IT support officer, database and systems administrator, technical writer, business analyst, mobile technology manager, online content specialist or digital consultant. Our engineering degrees comply with the Washington Accord, which means your qualification will be recognised internationally.
Career outcomes
Help create a healthier tomorrow
As the world population grows, so too does the need for a variety of skilled healthcare professionals.
Depending on the type of health degree you complete, you'll be prepared for roles in medicine, nursing, midwifery, counselling, biomedical research, paramedicine, exercise and sport science, physiotherapy, dentistry, psychology, social work, nutrition, occupational therapy or pharmacy. You'll also be eligible to join professional industry bodies relevant to your degree.
Career outcomes
Envision a more sustainable future
From tackling climate change to creating communities, our degrees can prepare you for a variety of careers
Depending on whether you complete an architecture, environmental science, design or planning degree, you'll graduate prepared for roles including architect, engineer, construction manager, environmental scientist, marine biologist, park ranger, conservationist, city planner or interior designer. You'll also be eligible to join professional industry bodies relevant to your degree.
Ian Peres
Music graduate
Ian Peres is the bassist and keyboard player for Grammy award-winning rock band Wolfmother. Ian spent the majority of 2016 touring with the band, which sold out theatres, stadiums and festivals around the world, and more recently supported rock legends Guns N' Roses on their Australian stadium tour. Ian says the his Music degree delivered a wealth of invaluable information that has been vital in his career, both as a studio session player and as a live touring performer. 'It teaches and promotes an all-encompassing skill set. It teaches group collaboration and open-mindedness, with studio and performance insights from both sides of the mixing desk, plus education in legal matters.'
Eliza Scott
Bachelor of Music (Honours)
Eliza Scott started learning violin at the age of three and spent her childhood in country NSW dreaming of becoming a professional musician. She enrolled at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University to study with renowned violinist Michele Walsh and is completing her postgraduate studies at the Royal College of Music in London. ‘I knew I wanted to become an orchestral player and the performance opportunities offered to me at the Queensland Conservatorium were exceptional,’ she said. ‘I was selected for an internship with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra and played with a range of international conductors during my internship. There is a strong sense at the Con that you are part of a team working towards a common goal and that with the support and encouragement of the teachers, every goal is achievable.’
Yasmin Atwani
ACHPER QLD Pre-Service Teacher Award winner for 2020.
“Griffith has an immersive, real-world focus and it also offers opportunities to grow beyond the degree through programs like the Griffith Honours College. I’m leaving Griffith with a degree, but also a network of colleagues and mentors that will continue to shape my identity for years to come.”
Learn how business worlds work and how markets communicate
In today’s world, economics is about more than just numbers. Economists keep economies strong and stable and can help nations develop. You’ll learn how the business world works and how markets communicate with each other in evolving environments and industries. You’ll develop the skills necessary to approach business with an innovative and creative mindset that will help set you apart from others.
We're focused on sustainable solutions and ground-breaking discoveries
We offer a range of science and environment degrees—from chemical to forensic, marine to biomedical. You'll learn from award-winning teachers and benefit from our close ties with industry, graduating with work-ready skills.
Thank you for your interest in studying at Griffith University. If you have any questions about your study options, please contact us on 1800 677 728.
Whether you study at one of our physical campuses, or online through our digital campus, or a combination of both, a rewarding teaching career starts here.
This video features Griffith education staff, students and alumni, including: Donna Pendergast - Head of School of Education and Professional Studies; David Hartley—author and Acting Principal of Shailer Park State School; Rebecca Johnson—author, 2015 recipient of the Prime Minister's Award for Excellence in science teaching in primary school, and Griffith Arts, Education and Law 2016 group Alumnus of the Year winner; and Jonathan Webb—Griffith student on practicum at MacGregor State School.
Develop in-demand expertise
Our graduates are sought after in the independent, Catholic and state education systems in Queensland, as well as internationally. Our degrees prepare you for work by linking theory with practice, and give you the opportunity to develop your teaching skills in interesting and diverse locations.
Enjoy flexibility and choice
We offer a unique and extensive suite of qualifications and specialisations including the choice to complete some or all of your courses through our digital campus. If you already have a degree, you can qualify to teach in just 18 months, or accelerate your teaching career with a qualification in a high-demand specialist area. At the postgraduate level you can also choose how, when and where you study, all with the full support of our award-winning staff.
Benefit from our powerful partnerships
We maintain strong relationships with schools and industry partners, including two school-based teacher education centres of excellence. You'll have the opportunity to engage with experts who are moving education forward in priority areas, including teaching literacy and developing teachers as researchers.
Study Science and environment at Griffith
Whether you study at one of our physical campuses, or online through our digital campus, or a combination of both, you'll satisfy your curiosity about the world.
Learn outside the classroom
At Griffith we offer a range of flexible and innovative programs that get you out of the classroom. Depending on what you study, you could find yourself studying wildlife in Nepal or alpine plants in the Australian Alps.
5-Star Rated
Science and environment at Griffith has rated 5-stars for Overall Experience and Student Support by the Good Universities Guide 2018, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
Practical experience in Australia and overseas
Through our unique employability program, including final year projects, you'll gain hands-on experience with local and international industry partners and be prepared to enter a wide range of careers.
Committed to sustainability
With teaching focused on natural, social and economic aspects of the environment, Griffith is committed to sustainability. As a graduate, you'll have the skills and knowledge to manage ecosystems, monitor water quality and carry out environmental assessments.
Bring your learning to life working on real projects with industry
Our strong links with industry inform our engineering, IT and aviation degrees. Our engineering degrees span civil, electrical, environmental, mechanical and software engineering, with IT degrees across computer science, information systems and multimedia design. We also have Australia's most highly recognised Aviation program. Studying engineering, IT or aviation at Griffith, you'll learn from cutting-edge research and industry experts to help prepare you for the future world of work.
From Stradbroke Island to Borneo, you will be hands-on in the field as you pursue your passion for science and the environment
At Griffith you'll take your science and environment studies outside the classroom and the lab, to understand real case studies in the field. Whether your interest is chemistry or forensics, marine creatures or biomedicine, ecology or urban growth, you'll find a major to suit you - check out the interest areas below. And you'll have support to work out which major interests you and what careers are available.
Strengthen your understanding of societies, cultures, languages and people
Studying arts and humanities will challenge you to think critically and creatively, to innovate, to communicate for influence, and to harness the power of your ideas.
You will develop a deeper understanding of societies, cultures and people, and how to communicate effectively with them. As part of your degree you'll have access to internships and hands-on projects that enhance your skills and strengthen your confidence.
Study architecture, construction and planning at Griffith
Focused on sustainability
Throughout your degree you will be taught by leading Australian researchers who are developing scientific solutions to global challenges. In the most recent Excellence in Research for Australia results, Griffith rated ‘well above world standards’, the maximum rating possible for chemical sciences, environmental sciences, evolutionary biology, chemistry, condensed matter physics and quantum physics. Griffith was also named the Nature Index Rising Star for the Oceania region in 2018.
Strong industry connections
Our degrees are developed in conjunction with our industry advisory board, ensuring the degree meets the needs of industry and that our graduates have the skills employers want. With industry placements as part of your study, you'll gain the insight and skills needed to excel in the industry.
Unique student opportunities
Whether your choose to study architecture, construction or planning, our learning experiences help you stand out from the crowd, such as our practice-led design studios, international field study electives or focus on leadership development.
Study your way
You can create your course timetable to fit in with your job or your travel plans, just ask us how. With the flexibility of studying part-time or full-time, over two or three trimesters, you have choices.
Study visual and creative arts at Griffith
Become a cutting-edge creative in the field of your choice.
Our Queensland College of Art and Design (QCAD) and Griffith Film School (GFS) visual arts, and design, and screen media studios are located on the banks of the Brisbane River at South Bank. Studio spaces cater to students of drawing, photography, sculpture, jewellery and small objects, printmaking, contemporary Australian Indigenous art, painting, and design, film, animation, games design and virtual production. These studio settings create ideal opportunities for students of QCAD and GFS to grow their creative community.
Your creative career, made at QCAD and GFS
The Queensland College of Art and Design is renowned for its studio culture, vibrancy, and sense of social purpose. Choose from degrees in design, visual arts and contemporary Australian Indigenous art.
Griffith University is also home to the Griffith Film School, where you can choose from degrees in film and screen media production, animation, and games design and production.
Learn and create in inspiring spaces
Study at our South Bank campus in the heart of Brisbane's cultural precinct (QCAD and GFS), or at the thriving arts community at the Gold Coast campus (QCAD) and enjoy access to world-class facilities, art galleries, exhibition spaces, studios and cutting-edge computer laboratories. We prioritise a lively studio culture, emphasising thinking through making and increasing learning opportunities across our varied and well-equipped studios.
Take it from the top
Our lecturers regularly hold exhibitions of their work and are represented on industry boards. This means you'll learn your craft from some of the country's leading artists, designers, and screen media practitioners. Learn how to get your work into the public domain and take advantage of masterclasses with visiting scholars and practising artists to inspire your creativity and increase your network.
We’re proud to deliver an outstanding education that supports our students in facing the future with confidence, competence and the knowledge and skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Practical hands-on learning
Gain the technical skills and practical experience to forge a career in your chosen creative field. Our commercial studios, LiveWorm, LiveLab, LiveSpace and LiveImage offer students the opportunity to gain practical experience working on real projects for real clients. This means you’ll build your portfolio and make critical contacts and networks even before you graduate.
Our learning and research facilities are among the best in the world
The $150 million Griffith Health Centre on our Gold Coast campus is located near the 750-bed Gold Coast University Hospital and a 250-bed private hospital. Griffith works closely with hospitals and healthcare providers to make sure our health students have the best opportunities to gain hands-on clinical experience. And because our teaching staff are leaders in research across many areas of medicine and science, our degrees offer the latest knowledge in their field.
We focus on innovation and creating smarter solutions, with soaring ambitions for the future
Our strong links with industry inform our engineering, IT and aviation degrees. Our engineering degrees span civil, electrical, environmental, mechanical and software engineering, with IT degrees across computer science, information systems and multimedia design. We also have Australia's most highly recognised Aviation program. Studying engineering, IT or aviation at Griffith, you'll learn in cutting-edge facilities and gain valuable hands-on experience on real projects.
Top ranking
Global top 100 for Performing Arts.*
*2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject
Musical Theatre Academy
In partnership with QPAC, our Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre offers students unparalleled professional experience.
Performance opportunities
Perform to audiences across a variety of settings. You’ll have the opportunity to showcase your skills and engage with industry.
Renowned teachers
As one of Australia’s leading music and performing arts universities, you'll work closely with award-winning music and performing arts educators.
Study education at Griffith
Enjoy choice and flexibility
Our trimesters allow you to design your schedule to fit with what works for you – including accelerating your study if you wish.
You will undertake practical classroom experience in each year of study, and in the Bachelor of Education, can wait until second year to choose your major of primary teaching (including early childhood) or secondary teaching.
With the Queensland Government reporting the full-time starting teacher salary at approximately $82,000 a year, you could be earning more than graduates from engineering and law*.
*Pay and benefits, Teach Queensland, 2024.
Contemporary learning
At Griffith, we recognise and celebrate community and classroom diversity and its potential in the positive development of society. This is at the core of your education experience, as we prepare you to teach learners across the full range of abilities. You will develop the pedagogical understanding needed for effective student engagement, planning and assessment, as well as essential skills in curriculum, technologies, Indigenous knowledges, community support and more.
Professional experience and support
Professional placements (or ‘prac’) give you invaluable hands-on experience through structured and supported work placements, to ensure you are career ready. Griffith has a dedicated Professional Experience team who organise your placement and support you throughout, including liaising with your school and mentoring you through the experience.
Our degrees are designed to respond to the changing world we live in and the demands it places on the education industry. Depending on your selected education specialisations, you may have the choice to study in person at one of our campuses, online through our Digital campus, or a combination of both.
Study among the best
Griffith has over 50 years of teacher preparation experience, and our lecturers are recognised as among the best in Australia. We will support you to build your expertise with the advanced practical and research-based skills required for the evolving industry.
School and industry networks
Griffith’s strong relationships with schools and sector partners means we can offer opportunities locally, as well as in rural, remote and culturally diverse locations within Australia and overseas. Placements are undertaken in blocks of 10-30 days and are normally within 90 minutes of your home.
Helping children reach their full potential is a fulfilling, rewarding career
Planning and building sustainable solutions for our communities and cities
When you study architecture, construction or planning at Griffith, you’ll learn from industry professional in state-of-the-art design studios. You’ll also get hands on experience and make lasting industry connections through a work-placement as part of your degree. Our strong focus on sustainability forms our degrees, giving you a richer learning experience.
Planning and building sustainable solutions for our communities and cities
When you study architecture, construction or planning at Griffith, you’ll learn from industry professional in state-of-the-art design studios. You’ll also get hands on experience and make lasting industry connections through a work-placement as part of your degree. Our strong focus on sustainability forms our degrees, giving you a richer learning experience.
If you want a career that has a positive impact, Griffith will equip you with the skills to lead the way for ethical, profitable business.
A career in business and government offers a transferrable skill set that is relevant across a wide variety of industries and sectors. Studying at Griffith ensures you will graduate with the skills and values you need to make the most of the opportunities that the new economy offers. You’ll have the chance to learn from internships, mentors, community projects and a variety of local or global experiences. Plus, Griffith Business School holds AACSB International accreditation—awarded to just 5 per cent of the world’s business schools—which means your degree will be recognised globally for its quality.
If you want a career that has a positive impact, Griffith will equip you with the skills to lead the way for ethical, profitable business.
If you want to learn business skills built on the foundations of creativity, adaptability, diversity and sustainability, choose Griffith and pursue a business degree made to grow you into a modern industry leader.
Thank you for your interest in studying at Griffith University. If you have any questions about your study options, please contact us on 1800 677 728.
To prepare you for the future of healthcare, we harness the latest in technology and teaching approaches. Alongside our world-class lab facilities, you’ll also have access to cutting-edge virtual reality and simulated learning experiences to help you hone your skills.
A holistic and inclusive approach to health
The best outcomes for patients and health professionals rely on a collaborative, inclusive approach to care. You’ll learn alongside students and staff from the full range of clinical areas, preparing you to work across communities as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Leading research capabilities
As part of our commitment to innovation, we’re proud to be a world-leader in a wide range of research areas. You’ll explore the future of healthcare alongside some of Australia’s most experienced academics and benefit from their local and international networks.
Support to drive your success
As a values-led university and faculty, we’ll provide unrivalled support to help you succeed, in and out of the classroom. With many of our degrees available fully online, you’ll have the flexibility to study how and when suits you, while our work-integrated learning program will allow you to learn practical skills and expand your professional network while you study.
Become an education expert
Become an expert
Set yourself up for a rewarding career with the advanced practical and research-based skills required for a wide range of fields, including curriculum innovation, learning and teaching, educational administration and more. We maintain strong relationships with schools and industry partners, including two school-based teacher education centres of excellence. You'll have the opportunity to engage with experts who are moving education forward in priority areas, including teaching literacy and developing teachers as researchers.
Autism studies
Our graduate programs are taught through Griffith’s Autism Centre of Excellence (ACE), highly respected within the global autistic and autism communities and lead by academics recognised as leaders in the field of autism. Our programs are unique because they are taught from a range of disciplines including psychology, speech and language pathology, education and occupational therapy. Our graduates have the skills and capabilities to support positive change for autistic people – be that at home, at school, at work, in the community and across the lifespan. This fully online program is ideal for anyone who wants to further their understanding of autism, whether they are healthcare professionals, educators, family members or autistic people who want to learn from the combination of research and lived experience.
Our Graduate Certificate of Autism Studies can lead through to the Masters in Autism Studies course, which can lead on to becoming a Developmental Educator (see the DEAI website for information on accreditation). Developmental Educators are an NDIS approved profession for supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families to achieve their individual developmental, social and learning goals.
Adult and vocational education
Our programs will prepare you for professional roles in adult and professional learning, developing your existing vocational knowledge and building your capacity in training, teaching, development and research-related roles. You’ll learn about instructional design strategies for diverse groups of learners and settings in workplace and community contexts.
Early childhood
Postgraduate study in early childhood teaching (Kindergarten to Year 3) develops the expertise needed to make a significant impact during children’s formative years. Working at childcare, kindergarten or primary school level, you'll understand how to help children interpret their world, social relationships and responsibilities, with knowledge and nurturing. You’ll develop your problem solving skills, study the social contexts of education, and how to be responsive to the changing cultural and individual needs of young children and their families.
Special needs
As a teacher working in special education, your knowledge, skills and creative talents will focus on the capabilities, interests and learning styles of individual students. You’ll understand how to achieve maximum learning outcomes for your students, develop their positive communication skills, and build resilience through a supportive and inclusive classroom. Your skills will give you the advantage of exceptional employment opportunities at both primary and secondary school levels, as well as special schools and education units.
Flexibility and choice
Our degrees are designed to respond to the changing world we live in and the demands it places on the education industry. Depending on your degree, you'll have the choice to study in person at one of our campuses, online through our Digital campus, or a combination of both.
Thank you for your interest in studying at Griffith University. If you have any questions about your study options, please contact us on 1800 677 728.
We're focused on sustainable solutions and ground-breaking discoveries
We offer a range of science and environment post graduate degrees that will equip you with advanced knowledge and specialised skills needed to enhance your career. Whether you aspire to conduct groundbreaking research, influence policy, or drive innovation in sustainable technologies, a postgraduate degree in science and environment provides the expertise and network you need to make a meaningful impact on our environment and advance the frontiers of scientific understanding.
We focus on innovation and creating smarter solutions, with soaring ambitions for the future
Our strong links with industry inform our engineering, IT and aviation degrees. Our engineering degrees span civil, electrical, environmental, mechanical and software engineering, with IT degrees across computer science, information systems and multimedia design. We also have Australia's most highly recognised Aviation program. Studying engineering, IT or aviation at Griffith, you'll learn in cutting-edge facilities and gain valuable hands-on experience on real projects.
Join the new way of thinking for the next generation of business and government leaders and professionals; with the right set of skills for the trends facing the new economy.
A career in business and government offers a transferable set of skills that are relevant across a wide variety of industries and sectors. Studying at Griffith ensures you will graduate with the new skills and new values for the new opportunities that the new economy offers. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from internships, mentors, community projects and a variety of local or global experiences. Plus, Griffith Business School holds AACSB International accreditation – awarded to just 5% of the worlds business schools, which means your degree will be recognised globally for it’s quality.
Choose from degrees spanning accounting, finance, marketing, government and international relations, tourism, commerce, event and sport management, entrepreneurship and a suite of business specialisations.
Career outcomes
Help create a healthier tomorrow
As the world population grows, so too does the need for a variety of skilled healthcare professionals.
Depending on the type of health degree you complete, you will be prepared for roles in medicine, nursing, midwifery, counselling, biomedical research, exercise and sport science, physiotherapy, dentistry, psychology, social work, nutrition, occupational therapy or pharmacy. You will also be eligible to join professional industry bodies relevant to your degree.
Your teaching career starts here
Study your way
Our degrees are designed to respond to the changing world we live in and the demands it places on the education industry. Depending on your degree, you'll have the choice to study in person at one of our campuses, online through our Digital campus, or a combination of both.
Professional practice
Griffith has strong relationships with schools and industry partners to prepare you for gaining employment when you graduate. Professional experience provides the link between theory and practice, and you can choose from opportunities locally, as well as in rural, remote and culturally diverse locations within Australia and overseas.
Unlock your path to an enriching teaching career.
Study among the best
Griffith has over 50 years of teacher preparation experience, and our lecturers are recognised as among the best in Australia. We will support you to build your expertise with the advanced practical and research-based skills required for the evolving industry.
Enjoy flexibility and choice
We offer a unique and extensive suite of qualifications and specialisations like educational leadership, TESOL, autism studies, early childhood education and special needs education, to lead you to exciting new opportunities.
Benefit from our powerful partnerships
We maintain strong relationships with schools and industry partners, including two school-based teacher education centres of excellence. You'll have the opportunity to engage with experts who are moving education forward in priority areas, including teaching literacy and developing teachers as researchers.
Alana Scott
Griffith environmental engineering graduate
After graduating with a Bachelor of Environmental Engineering, Alana Scott followed her passion to secure a position as a surface water engineer at an international consultancy. 'There was so much of my Griffith degree that was directly applicable to my workplace,' she says. 'At Griffith there were so many people from so many different backgrounds you understand that not everyone thinks the same as you and you learn to work with people who think differently. I came loaded with information and ready to go.'
Claire Wang
Griffith biomedical science graduate
Science graduate Claire Wang says Griffith University was her top pick when it came to choosing an international university to study. The Taiwanese student says 'Griffith came to my mind because it's one of the top universities in Australia that offer good-quality research and science degrees. Griffith provides equal opportunities for international students to progress in science careers.' Claire says her degree offered her a six month internship to gain work experience and build connections in her chosen industry where she secured a job.
'Griffith has deeply developed me and my artistry, empowered me and encouraged me to lean into my uniqueness and individuality. I've had an array of meaningful and rewarding experiences at Griffith, but getting to play the lead in my graduating play at QPAC (Vernon God Little) was certainly one of the highlights. It marked a big moment of growth for me both as an actor and as a human being, and for us to have a platform like QPAC to perform at, was an absolute dream.'
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Zoe Gill
Master of Social Work
'You learn to take the big picture view of Health'.
'My degree provided the foundation to further my professional development and engineering management career. I've enhanced and extended my leadership skills and civil engineering practice and gained the confidence to start my own engineering consultancy service.'
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Derek Qui
Master of Information Technology
'I chose Griffith University for its distinctive emphasis on practical, hands-on learning and strong industry partnerships. Griffith stood out to me due to its commitment to bridging academic knowledge with real-world applications, ensuring that students are not only prepared academically but also equipped with the skills and experience to excel in the workforce.'
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Gemma Pol
Bachelors of Communication/Business
Gemma’s double degree equipped her with a versatile skillset, which proved invaluable when pursuing roles in the communications sector. 'Because I completed a range of courses–from economics and accounting, to public writing and crisis communication–I was equipped with unqiue skills that made me stand out to employers.'
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Wing Yi (Wisky) Lai
Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management
The first woman in Queensland to become a member and state director in the world's most exclusive hotel concierge program, Wing Yi (Wisky) Lai has one piece of advice for students aiming for a career in tourism and hospitality. 'Harness opportunities such as networking and part-time employment. These are crucial to create meaningful connections and acquiring invaluable skills and knowledge.'
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J. Dumbrell (JD)
Bachelor of Psychology
After years of working and travelling, JD followed their passion for psychology and resturned to study at Griffith. JD founded the Griffith Equality Club and joined the Pride Committee, driven by the same values that drew them to psychology: inclusion and open communication. 'I already knew how supportive and approachable the staff were here, so my choice of university was a no-brainer! The support from Griffith helped me feel welcome and in the right place, and also helped me succeed academically.”
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Ruby Allen
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
'The on-campus experience really stood out to me compared to solely online learning. The simulations at Griffith offer realistic scenarios you can expect to encounter in the pharmacy world.'
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Sara Allan
Bachelor of Arts
'I chose Griffith for its convenient location and flexibility. I was able to start studying in the second trimester intake, which was a huge draw for me.' Sara's most memorable experience was the Introduction to Creative Writing course, which sparked her creativity. 'That course was an engaging introduction to my major, led by a lecturer who truly cares about the course, the content, and the students.'
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Ellie Dunn
Bachelors of Forensic Science/Criminology and Criminal Justice
'My most memorable experience at Griffith University has been participating in the forensic science courses. These courses have offered invaluable hands-on experience with a wide range of forensic technologies and methodologies, while also providing practical insight into the field beyond theoretical knowledge.'
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Nick Smith
Bachelor of Musical Theatre
'Studying at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre was a highlight of my university experience. Observing the industry firsthand while learning made perfect sense, and there have been so many amazing experiences as a result of rubbing shoulders with the working professionals. Putting our skills and knowledge onto a big stage really gave me the chance to refine my training in a practical setting.”
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Flavia Dip
Master of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
“After being at Griffith I felt secure in my ability to teach, and being able to put what I learnt into practice. I am passionate about teaching, exchanging experiences with my students and helping them to achieve their goals. I couldn’t see myself doing anything else.”
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Dale Bowie
Bachelor of Information Technology (Advanced Honours)
'As a student, I participated in Griffith’s Industry Mentoring Program. An anonymous profile of someone in the cybersecurity piqued my interest, and ultimately I was paired with an IBMer on the Gold Coast. This program let me gain an insight into the industry, and ultimately set me on my course of over a decade working for IBM Security.'
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Laura King
Bachelor of Business/Diploma of Languages
'Many things stood out to me when choosing Griffith for my studies: the wide variety of majors within the Bachelor of Business and the ability to add a language major, the range of extra-curricular activities available like the Griffith Business School Student Leadership Program, and the ample opportunities for exchanges, overseas study and internships.'
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Cahlia Tom
Bachelor of Education
'My studies at Griffith were so valuable and continue to help me engage with my students. It was great to learn from somany different perspectives at Griffith and that's something I've brought into my career as a teacher, working with both kids and other teachers. I love that I have the opportunity to bring the next generation through and make a real difference.'
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Heidi Neil
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours)
'As a dietitian, Heidi addresses the nutrition and dietary needs of patients with various conditions. 'I provide nutrition support, education and counselling. I loved studying at Griffith, including undertaking 20 weeks of professional placement, where I applied my knowledge in diverse healthcare settings, making my transition into a graduate position much smoother.'
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Mina Malek
Master of Pharmacy
'I wanted to do something more fulfilling in health, so I came back to Griffith to study the Master of Pharmacy. It was a great option for me as an accelerated course, provided me with a unique set of skills, that allows me to do multiple roles.'
‘A double degree gives you the chance to really develop a unique skill set that may be in high demand on the job market.’
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Lisa Nguyen
Bachelor of Dental Hygiene
“I want to make a positive difference in the healthcare system.” With the guidance of experienced supervisors in a supportive environment, Lisa has applied her passion for prevention, using current practices to promote and maintain oral health in our dental clinics.
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Marnie Icim
Master of Primary Maternity Care
“My studies have allowed me to approach my role as an Associate Midwifery Unit Manager at the local health service in a unique way that not only serves the women in my community but has also allowed me to encourage and empower the midwives, I work with to make a difference.”
Renee graduated with a Bachelor of Nursing in 2003 and once envisioned a career as a clinical specialist. After moving into management, she discovered her passion for leading teams and joined Griffith’s Health Service Management work-integrated learning program. She found applying coursework to her workplace made learning more engaging and relevant. Now a Nurse Unit Manager, Renee integrates her learnings at Griffith into her role every day.
'The subjects in the Masters were appealing and have been beneficial, both now and for my future career. Griffith offered several opportunities to meet with industry partners, peers and faculty, which was a great way to learn and develop.'
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Riley Dures
Bachelor of Music
'Memorable experiences for me at Griffith would be the personalised support I had from my teachers around me. I formed great bonds with them and knew I always had their support whether that be assisting me with assignments and exam prep or even if I just needed a friend to help me through something I was being challenged with.'
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Lemuel Jude
Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Aviation
'Griffith has approachable and well experienced staff members, which was really important to me. During my studies I've experienced unique opportunities like working on a research project and speaking at a variety of professional conferences.'
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Shania Ryan
Master of Secondary Teaching
'Griffith University has been supportive throughout my studies. The flexibility, helpful tutors, and strong sense of community have made a huge difference in balancing uni with life. I have completed two placements, gaining valuable hands-on experience. It’s given me the tools and confidence, skills and knowledge I need to move forward in my career.'
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Piper Stock
Bachelors of Laws (Honours)/Political Science and International Relations
'I chose Griffith University for its hands-on approach to law, which sets it apart from other institutions. The first-year moot experience allowed me to apply legal theory in a practical setting, showcasing Griffith's focus on real-world challenges. Plus, the beautiful Gold Coast campus enhances my academic and personal life, making Griffith my top choice.'
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Kyla Little
Bachelors of Design/Business
“Studying design resonated with me deeply. I'm fascinated by how people interact with the world, which inspires my exploration of visual communication design. I came in unsure of my capabilities, but the supportive environment allowed me to explore fully and push beyond my perceived limits.'
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Jenny Zheng
Bachelor of Business
'Griffith University's commitment to equal opportunity and student support made it the clear choice for me. Programs like the Griffith Tax Clinic and Business School Leadership Program provided practical experience while deepening my sense of social responsibility. Griffith prepared me to succeed in my career and make a positive impact in the community.'
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Asher Piari
Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science
'I chose Griffith as it has an outstanding business department and connections with the Asia-Pacific region. It stood out due to its focus on sustainable businesses and strategic ties to neighboring countries. As I am passionate about fostering economic growth and enhancing business relationships between Australia and the Asia-Pacific, Griffith provided the ideal environment to pursue my goals.'
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Ryan Hatton
Bachelor of Counselling
'Through my psychology studies at Griffith, I learnt that I am more than capable of achieving the things I set out to do. The tutors are very open and helpful, the opportunities for placement were excellent, and the electives were intriguing. Placement was a great experience as it provided a learning environment to test and hone the skills learned in this degree.'
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James Olsen
Bachelor of Civil Engineering
'The practical hands-on engineering program, in combination with the expert staff, provides a strong foundation and a smooth transition into any career pathway you choose.'
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Eliza Scott
Bachelor of Music (Honours)
Eliza is a first violinist in the Queensland Symphony Orchestra, a dedicated educator, and a strong advocate for music education in regional and remote communities across Australia. 'The Queensland Conservatorium was where I could be my most authentic self. For four years, it was a place where I could learn and grow as a musician and a person. I was surrounded by inspiring classmates and dedicated teachers who became not just mentors, but lifelong friends and colleagues. At the Con, I had the opportunity to refine my craft as an orchestral violinist, the foundation of my professional life.'
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Sarah Ulloa
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
'As a First Nations woman from rural Australia, I am passionate about providing holistic care to address health disparities. Griffith's unique approach, including first-year placements and a curriculum focused on cultural competence and First Nations health, has allowed me to build confidence, refine my skills, and deliver culturally safe, impactful care as an Occupational Therapist.'
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Lucas Catel
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
Lucas chose this degree because it offered numerous pathways that aligned with his future goals. 'The Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science provided options for further study, as well as strong prospects for finding a job straight after university.'
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Debbie Hong
Bachelor of Nursing
“Nursing isn’t simply caring for people—it’s integrating science and clinical skills into practice while being passionate about increasing wellbeing. Since graduating, I have been accepted to a graduate rotational program in a coronary care unit.”
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Bron Taylor
Master of Rehabilitation Counselling
Group Workers Compensation Manager, Virgin Australia Airlines 'Throughout my learning, I felt supported, encouraged and empowered to succeed. Putting the theory I learned into practice has been instrumental in guiding Virgin Australia to achieve positive outcomes through our Disability Management program.
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Rachel Janes
Bachelor of Science (Honours)
“Studying at Griffith University was absolutely the right thing for me. I learned key research skills that continue to help me in my career and the people are just so passionate about it. One of the highlights for me was our field trip to Heron Island – it’s those sorts of experiences that shape your life.”
Bachelor of Government and International Relations and Master of Global Development
Jolina worked for the foreign service of the Solomon Islands, participating in high-level global meetings on climate change before returning to Griffith to complete a Master of Global Development. 'The skills and knowledge that I take from attending Griffith University will allow me to attend international meetings and to voice the views of the people of my country.'
'My ideal career involves improving health outcomes in marginalised communities, specifically for women and children. I aim to continuously learn and develop in my field. Griffith equips me with the tools, networks and knowledge to be able to kickstart my career.'
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Lucy Wilkins
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
'During my observational placement at a Queensland Health hospital, I immersed myself in real-world experiences, working one-on-one with a clinical psychologist and interacting with clients. This invaluable opportunity boosted my confidence and personal growth. Griffith's emphasis on practical learning truly sets it apart, equipping students with essential skills for a successful psychology career.'
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Nina Nielsen
Bachelor of Information Technology
'One of my most memorable experiences at Griffith has been the opportunity to apply my knowledge to real-world projects, such as being part of the App Factory, a student enterprise that offers students the chance to work on real-life projects, developing high-quality software solutions and honing their skills.'
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Leila Murray
Bachelor of Health Science
'Griffith stands out for its vibrant community and shared values of sustainability and social justice. A highlight of my studies was connecting with peers, and the practical experience gained throughout my degree led to a job offer before graduation.'
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Krysta Davis
Bachelor of Nursing
'University is a place to really develop your career and engage with different perspectives and ideas. My experiences with healthcare in the past inspired me to understand the system better and challenge the way things work. I’ve made it my mission to contribute to the goal of creating a healthcare system that truly cares.'
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Ramia Jazdan
Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Aviation
'The strong focus on both engineering and aviation has given me a solid foundation in understanding aircraft systems, structural integrity and the certification process. Through hands-on projects and industry placements, I’ve been able to gain practical experience in the design and testing phases, as well as a deep appreciation for the rigorous standards required in aircraft certification.'
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Ziggy Fowler
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
'I chose Griffith University for the hands-on learning experience that is not offered with other universities. I was inspired to join Griffith University by the positivity of the professors and the industry experience they hold, providing valuable knowledge and insights of the construction and project management area of study.'
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Elliot Weber
Bachelors of Aviation/Information Technology
'I hope to make a difference by contributing to the safety and security of our increasingly interconnected world. Whether in aviation or cyber security, my goal is to enhance systems that protect people and infrastructure from emerging threats. Griffith has played a key role in preparing me for this path by providing a strong foundation in both fields, with a focus on innovation and real-world application.'
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Diego Gloria
Bachelor of Marine Science
'The Gold Coast in particular has the perfect balance of city and nature. As a marine science student, being so close to the water presents so many opportunities for professional development through hands-on volunteer and field work. And who doesn't like a day on the beach?'
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Erin Semmler
Bachelor of Communication
'The highlight of my time at Griffith was the Vanuatu study tour with 15 other communication students. We spoke with locals to gather content and elevate local stories and grassroots experiences of climate change. This experience shaped me as a media professional and as a person, proving invaluable in my first four years as a reporter in central Queensland.'
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Julie Roeiri
Master of Design
'My favourite part of my design degree has been learning new programs and gaining confidence in my creativity. After completing my tourism undergraduate degree at Griffith, I wanted to explore specialised design services in the tourism industry and become a design specialist in tourism. My teachers encouraged my confidence and fostered a supportive learning environment.'
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Nate Henshaw
Master of Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance
'This degree equipped me with a sound knowledge of Australia's financial crime regulatory environment, financial crime trends and typologies, financial crime investigation skills, and financial crime risk management techniques. It also afforded me the opportunity to connect and learn from the friendly and expert teaching staff and network with the broader community of financial crime professionals.'
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Drew Hebbron
Master of Business Administration
Assistant Commissioner for the Gold Coast Region at Queensland Ambulance Service At Griffith, Drew found a business community driven by values and excellence. Through his MBA, he found a way to leverage his professional and personal experience to take his career to the next level. 'Since completing the Griffith MBA, I've had the knowledge and confidence needed to take advantage of many executive and senior executive opportunities that have really brought together my life and work experience.'
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Lena Stemmer
Bachelor of Arts
'The teaching staff are very open and welcoming and have a strong passion for what they're teaching, which makes classes very engaging.'
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Jacob Breslin
Bachelor of Environmental Science
‘We’ve got state-of-the-art labs and a whole range of different outdoor learning spaces as well. We’re not just restrained to the classroom.’
‘Studying a double degree at Griffith gave me a diverse set of experiences, from laboratory experiments to creating films, to completing work experience at the ABC.’
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Daniel Millis
Bachelor of Government and International Relations
Daniel works with Rugby Australia in the field of sports diplomacy. 'This is a fantastic degree because it gives you the opportunity to engage with so many different subject areas. The skills that you'll pick up when studying international relations can be applied to such a broad range of careers.'
'The Master of International Relations provided me the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of international institutions, political economies and policy-making.'
My studies at Griffith influenced my career path by introducing me to new ideas, concepts, and theories applicable to various settings. During my degree, I undertook a work placement where I developed skills central to my current role.
Additionally, coursework in the last trimester focused on project development and management, providing an excellent opportunity to explore an area of work I had not previously considered.
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Hannah Walker
Bachelor of Exercise Science
Hannah credits Griffith's accessibility and support as an important aspect shaping the university experience. 'It's great to have mixed-mode learning, and we also receive extensive support from staff. The various placement opportunities, including overseas experiences and work with high-performance sports like surfing, NRLW, and AFLW, have been pivotal in building my confidence as an Exercise Scientist.'
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Lachlan Lucas
Bachelor of Science
'My most memorable experience at Griffith has been the Environmental Capstone field research. I had the opportunity to apply everything I’ve learned in class to real-world research. It gave me a deeper understanding of fieldwork, reinforced my passion for wildlife biology, and showed me the importance of conservation efforts and scientific research.'
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Izabel Murray
Bachelor of Business
'I chose Griffith because of its reputation for providing practical learning opportunities, especially in business and leadership. The focus on sustainability and global engagement also aligned with my values and career aspirations. Its innovative approach to education, such as the BusinessPlus program and study tours, were unique ways to learn beyond the classroom.'
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Col McElwaine
Bachelor of Visual Arts
Col found the Queensland College of Art and Design to be an inspiring community where creativity flourishes. 'Being surrounded by other artists and receiving feedback on your work is one of the best things about studying here. I also valued the guidance of teachers who challenged you to push your work further, fostering artistic growth beyond what you might achieve on your own.'
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Mahima Herath
Master of Architecture
'Griffith is known for its focus on innovative, sustainable architecture, which aligns with my passion for socio-culturally-conscious and culturally respectful design. Studying at Griffith has connected me with a network of people and organisations in this field that are at the forefront of Queensland's architectural transformation.'
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Alex Cranston
Bachlelor of Animation
Alex described Griffith University as a game-changer, with its hands-on learning approach transforming his academic journey. He valued the collaborative environment where students exchanged ideas and built meaningful connections. 'Griffith teaches that collaboration is at the heart of everything. Whether creating on the spot or over time, working with others makes storytelling flow naturally.'
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Debby Raymond
Bachelor of Arts
'The diversity of course offerings, inclusive student community, and approachable staff have been highlights of my experience at Griffith. The flexibility to tailor my study pace has been invaluable, allowing me to balance my studies with personal circumstances. Griffith has broadened my mind and shaped me into a more educated and open individual, qualities I’ll carry into my future endeavors.'
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Maeve McKenna
Bachelor of Film and Screen Media Production
'The years I spent at Griffith were really formative in terms of setting me up with great connections and opportunities while I was studying; I definitely found my purpose there.'
Student story
Elise Wickham
Bachelor of Medical Science
'The small cohort size in the Bachelor of Medical Science meant I could build strong, meaningful connections with my peers. This degree is specifically tailored to provide a solid scientific foundation, directly preparing us for the Doctor of Medicine. This personalised and focused approach, along with Griffith’s strong reputation in the medical field, made it the perfect choice for me.'
Student story
Paul Penumala
Master of Advanced Health Services Management
A qualified dentist, Paul Penumala wanted to make a greater impact on people’s wellbeing and recognised that leadership and management skills would complement his clinical knowledge.
'Griffith University has an excellent international reputation in health and management. The University’s personal approach made me feel valued and supported in my journey. The combination of reputation and personal engagement made Griffith the clear choice over other universities. The academic, mental health, career, and personal support from Griffith played a pivotal role in my journey.'
Student story
Leo Partridge
Bachelor of Commerce
Leo works as an equity research analyst at a wealth management firm and feels he was well prepared for working life while studying commerce at Griffith. 'My degree equipped me with a solid foundation in business principles and critical thinking skills. Griffith staff's technical and industry knowledge was instrumental to my development.'
Student story
Eden Peterson
Bachelor of Commerce
'I really enjoyed the Bachelor of Commerce as I was able to learn about economics, accounting and finance. I participated in as many extracurricular activities I could including the Student Investment Fund which gave me the confidence to enter the finance industry.'
Student story
Jemma Trelour
Bachelors of Business/Criminology and Criminal Justice
'The Griffith Business School Leadership Program has been an excellent platform to gain practical skills. With unrivalled support from Griffith, I enjoyed connecting with like-minded, passionate individuals. I participated in the New Colombo Plan in Hong Kong, and served as the Marketing Coordinator and President for various Griffith clubs and societies. Griffith clubs bring together a passionate group of people and encourage networking and professional growth. Having a community of people who truly understand you can boost your confidence and support personal and professional development.'
Student story
Georgia Kelly
Bachelor of International Tourism and Hotel Management
'Working in the industry while at university is a great crossover between my studies and gaining experience in my chosen field. The BusinessPLUS program taught me how to create an effective online portfolio that I used in my profile on LinkedIn, which assisted when employers were looking at my resume.'
Student story
Jen Ruskowsky
Dentistry and Oral Health
At Griffith, Jen has built connections with fellow students who share her passion for dentistry, enriching her educational experience and fostering a supportive community. 'I chose to study dentistry to make a positive impact in people's lives, particularly focusing on preventative dental health.'
Student story
Rachael Grant
Bachelor of Architectural Design
Rachael was exposed to so many opportunities during her time at Griffith—including site vists, networking events, mentoring and field trips—and secured a role with an architecture firm before she even graduated. 'Griffith allows students to grow and develop at their own pace while also pushing capabilities. I have felt like I have been able to exceed my potential through the skills learned and experiences gained at Griffith.'
Student story
Jasmine Divall
Bachelors of Urban Planning/Science
Jasmine has a passion for solving environmental issues and sustainable urban development. 'I love having the opportunity to solve real problems and work on projects that can contribute to building better environments. I also enjoy studying a range of subjects in my double degree, which has allowed me to realise my true values and passions.'
Student story
Andre Perkins
Bachelor of Paramedicine
'Studying paramedicine at Griffith University encourages you to step outside of your shell and grow considerably. Being able to support someone through life's toughest moments or to potentially save a patient is both a gift and a privilege. I'm amazed by the opportunity I have to make positive contributions to society through this role. At Griffith, it's a real privilege to learn from academics and paramedics who are a wealth of knowledge, and take a genuine interest in seeing you develop and succeed.'
Student story
Joshua Russell
Bachelor of Computer Science
Joshua has embarked on a Fulbright Future Scholarship and continued his artificial intelligence studies in the United States. 'Griffith facilitated my passion to learn and participate in extra-curricular activities, giving me opportunities well beyond my degree'.
Student story
Thomas Ireland
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
As part of his degree, Thomas did a work placement at Gilmour Space Technologies, an aerospace start-up based on the Gold Coast. This placement turned into a full-time role; he's now a software engineer and part of a team designing and building a rocket set to deploy commercial payloads.
Student story
Sarah Haskmann
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours)
‘Griffith University gave me the opportunity to study a unique engineering discipline so I can hopefully have a career that leaves the planet better than it was before I started.’
Student story
Jake Muggleton
Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Computer Science
'The combination of computer science and engineering appealed to me because I'd like to work in a large-scale agricultural plant, where electrical engineering and computer science can be applied together in innovative ways.'
Student story
Jasmina Joldić PSM
Master of Public Administration/Graduate Certificate in Policy Analysis
Director-General of the Queensland Department of Justice and Attorney-General.
Mark Normelius didn't receive the school results he needed for university study but he later discovered the EmpowerED program as a pathway. He hoped it would give him a taste of university at no cost, to see if it was something he wanted to commit to long-term.
“It has filled me with the confidence to actually try university. It is not something that I thought I would ever do, and to have made this first step of the journey with EmpowerED has given me the boost I needed to actually try.”
Mark plans to study a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at Griffith after completing EmpowerED, with the goal of becoming a medical doctor. “The world needs more doctors, and I feel like I can make a real difference.”
Student story
Dean Aitchison
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
The practical approach to learning at Griffith University greatly appealed to me and the support offered to students is second to none.
Throughout my Bachelor of Laws degree, I never felt like just another face in the crowd, there is a strong sense of community among fellow students.
Student story
Sanesie Dukuly
Bachelor of Human Services
'At Griffith, I gained the skills to drive social change and support my values. Growing up as a refugee in Guinea, my purpose is to advocate for the disadvantaged and uphold social justice and human rights. Now, as a statewide multicultural practice lead in the family and disability services sector, I can implement these principles in my work and contribute to making the world a better place.'
Student story
Thalia Doherty
Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Thalia chose Criminology and Criminal Justice to make a difference in society. “I wanted to contribute to making society safer.” Her studies at Griffith introduced her to various career paths and equipped Thalia with specialised knowledge in areas like criminal behaviour, justice systems and victimology. 'This knowledge formed the foundation upon which I built my career.'
Student story
Charlie Cooper
Bachelor of Game Design and Production
Charlie described Griffith Film School as a 'hub of creativity.' 'It’s a great place for collaboration, especially in game design.' With access to cutting-edge technology, Charlie enjoyed seeing ideas evolve into tangible creations: 'I've always loved creating, especially games. It’s amazing to transform a concept into art and see it come to life as a virtual experience for others to enjoy.
Student story
Ellana Magarry
Bachelors of Forensic Science/Criminology and Criminal Justice
'Griffith has always supported me with amazing opportunities and I couldn't see myself anywhere else. The lecturers are all currently working or researching in their fields. Everyone at Griffith wants students to do well and will always help you to achieve your goals.'
Student story
Mercy Atukunda
Masters of Civil Engineering/Engineering Project Management
'I chose Griffith because the structure of the course aligned well with my career goals. Interacting with such a diverse group of individuals, both teachers and fellow students, pushed me to improve my communication and my ability to work effectively in a team. Aside from the specifics of engineering, I’ve learned lots of valuable transferrable skills that will benefit me throughout my career.'
Student story
Jillian Conrad
Doctor of Philosophy (Environment and Marine Science)
'My experiences at Griffith have equipped me with the tools and passion to contribute meaningfully to governance frameworks that prioritise the voices of marginalised communities, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, ensuring a more just and sustainable future for our oceans.'
Student story
Kaylah Binkins
Bachelor of Education
'I chose Griffith University for its strong reputation in teacher education and its flexible degree structure, which allowed me to select my two teaching specialisations. The trimester calendar also added value, enabling me to fast-track my studies and graduate sooner. The Griffith community is truly unique; the staff, lecturers, and fellow students were all exceptionally welcoming and supportive.'
Student story
Caitlin Ritter
Bachelor of Midwifery
'Studying through Griffith has given me the opportunity to focus on continuity of midwifery care by following 20 women through their pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience. I hope to improve families' experiences of maternity care on both an individual level and a systemic level, through roles in leadership, policy or academics.'
Student story
Sachin Ramsamy
Bachelor of Information Technology
'Griffith's strong industry connections and Work Integrated Learning opportunities gave me real-world experience that's been invaluable. I've learned from passionate lecturers and worked alongside experts during my placement at the IBM Development Lab. The support, mentorship, and hands-on projects have truly shaped my path as a responsible and innovative software developer.'
Student story
Matthew Collins
Bachelor of Construction Management (Honours)
‘In my degree, I’ve worked in team-based environments just like I would in real construction projects and I’ve found the lecturers and tutorial staff to be well-rounded industry professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their areas of expertise.’
Student story
Shaun Macdonald
Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Industrial Design
'I enjoy the flexibility this degree offers. Having the ability to base assessments around my interests and hobbies means I can tailor my study to my future career goals. I was able to work on major design projects with a focus on surfing, which is one of my passions.'
Student story
Alex Zappacosta
Bachelors of Science/Information Technology
'There is so much opportunity at Griffith. I have a keen interest in quantum computers so this double degree helps bring together the knowledge and skills required for a career in this field, or opens doors to further postgraduate study.'
Student story
Jennifer Cheung
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Jennifer has worked with Australia’s largest airline and the world’s largest car manufacturer. Still, she says she didn’t find her purpose until she was asked to help create her own role with a focus on sustainability at Australia’s largest supermarket chain. 'I really loved my Griffith MBA; it was an MBA with heart. It is truly an MBA that will open doors for you.'
Acacia completed an internship at Screen Queensland Studios as part of her degree and found the experience invaluable. She enjoyed witnessing the teamwork in creating a production. 'It was my first time on a professional set, and everyone was willing to listen to me and help me learn.' Eager to gain more experience as a production assistant, Acacia aspires to be in production management or a similar role.
Student story
Abrianna Edmans
Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics
'During my time at Griffith, I've been fortunate to have understanding and supportive tutors. Whenever I reached out for support, it has always been met with help and kindness.' Abrianna is excited to become a speech pathologist, specialising in rehabilitation and aphasia treatment. 'Helping people regain their ability to communicate will be incredibly rewarding.'
Student story
Arabella Walker
Bachelor of Contemporary Australian Indigenous Art
Arabella Walker, from the Auburn Hawkwood Wulli Wulli people, explores her First Peoples histories through art. 'The best thing about studying at Griffith has definitely been having access to so many different resources and studio spaces. You really feel immersed in endless opportunities to experiment and be an artist.'
Student story
Joshua Clifford
Master of Music
'Griffith’s reputation for developing world-class performers and educators is unmatched. My time at the Queensland Conservatorium enriched my skills and boosted my confidence as a teacher and conductor. With experiences—like studying vocal anatomy at the Gold Coast University Hospital and learning from a performance anxiety expert—have become tools I return to regularly in my career.'
Student story
Brittany Jordan
Bachelor of Nursing
'I had so much experience during my time at Griffith that enabled me to graduate as a confident, prepared nurse. From the hands-on labs, where you can practice clinical skills without fear of hurting others, to the many placements across the three years program, across many different clinical areas.'
Student story
Caitlin Knapper
Bachelor of Public Health
Caitlin is using her degree to help children live happy and healthy lives through a balanced diet and regular physical activity. Her work placement led to her employment as a facilitator for the Have Fun-Be Healthy program for Playgroup Australia.
Student story
Shannon Matheson
Bachelor of Sport Development
'My Sport Development degree really set me up for success in finding full time employment. If you're looking for a degree that is engaging, sport focused, and covers topics that could have you working in positions from grass roots sport through to elite, then this is the degree for you. The student placements that I did throughout my degree allowed me to gain practical experience in the industry; this was super beneficial to put learnings into practice.'
Student story
James Batcheldor
Bachelor of Advanced Science (Honours)
‘My degree has allowed me to participate in undergraduate research at the Institute for Glycomics, studying the structures and functions of multiple proteins of the HIV-1 virus.'
Alumni story
Kiera McClelland
Master of Speech Pathology
A speech pathologist in Weipa on the Cape York Peninsula, Kiera credits her teaching team for their knowledge and experience, as well as their support for her desire to work in rural and remote locations.
'At Griffith, you’re more than just a number. Staff go above and beyond to provide learning assistance and support when needed. My studies have been enriched by learning from an amazingly vibrant and nurturing academic team and an incredible cohort of peers.'
Student story
Samuel Jesuadian
Master of Science
'Griffith University is synonymous with excellence and innovation. I am proud to be part of an institution that values cutting-edge research, community engagement, and global impact. The University's commitment to diversity and inclusion resonates deeply with my personal values.'
Student story
Marcel Bustalinio
Master of Professional Engineering
‘The degree energised me and broadened my perspective. It has taught me to apply critical thinking in engineering issues and problems and enabled me to apply sustainable alternatives to improvements and efficiencies.’
Student story
Drystan McCullagh
Diploma of Languages and Master of Secondary Teaching
Drystan valued Griffith's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and flexibility in providing a personalised study experience. He aims to support LGBTQ+ students and those with disabilities in high schools, noting that Griffith equipped him with diverse experiences to achieve this goal. 'Griffith is an amazing university, and the supportive staff have always accommodated my specific needs.'
Student story
Colleen Battersby
Juris Doctor
'I chose my degree because I have always aspired to be a lawyer, specifically a criminal defense lawyer. Griffith University appealed to me not only for its location but also for its Canadian Pathway program. During my exploration of options, the Dean of Law at Griffith personally reached out to me. This exceptional level of customer service gave me confidence in my decision to study at Griffith.'
Student story
Aleksandra Grinfeld
Bachelor of Design
'I chose Griffith University for its strong emphasis on creativity and innovation. The university's cutting-edge facilities and industry connections provide invaluable hands-on experience, setting it apart from other institutions. Additionally, the diverse range of design programs and focus on interdisciplinary collaboration align perfectly with my interests and career goals.'
Student story
Martin Luna Juncal
Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/Science
‘I was really drawn to the passion of everyone I've been in contact with at Griffith. I have been able to really thrive in this environment and enjoy my time studying.’
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'Studying design helped me combine creativity with real-world impact and build a career that feels truly fulfilling. Being surrounded by other QCAD students fostered a culture of collaboration, idea sharing and peer support – many of those relationships are still part of my creative network more than a decade later.'
Study Bridging Maths for aspiring teachers
If you’re ready to study a teaching degree at university but don’t have the maths prerequisite, successful completion of Griffith’s Bridging Maths meets subject prerequisite requirements for the entry into Griffith education degrees - and you could commence your studies in the next available trimester.
'Griffith is at the forefront of innovation, especially when it comes to pharmacy. The lessons that I learned from my educators, my peers, my broader Griffith network, have allowed me to grow as a professional ... and have made me a better pharmacist.'
An effective working relationship between research candidates and their supervisors is crucial to the successful completion of every research candidature.
Scholarships of up to $40,000 for the Bachelor of Education, and $20,000 for the Master of Primary Teaching or Master of Secondary Teaching, are available through the Australian Government's Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program.
Scholarships of up to $40,000 for the Bachelor of Education, and $20,000 for the Master of Primary Teaching or Master of Secondary Teaching, are available through the Australian Government's Commonwealth Teaching Scholarships Program.
Missed our Music and Performing Arts admission webinar?
If you missed our webinar on 30 July 2025, you can watch a recording online at any time to catch up on what was discussed. This video provides an in-depth discussion on the audition requirements for each degree and insider tips from our expert staff to make your audition stand out.
Be taught by the experts in special needs education
As a teacher working in special education, your knowledge, skills and creative talents will focus on the capabilities, interests and learning styles of individual students. You'll be a learning specialist, teaching students with diverse needs in typical primary and secondary schools, and also in other settings such as special schools and education units. As a Griffith graduate in the field, your credentials will give you high standing and the advantage of exceptional employment opportunities at both primary and secondary school levels. In fact it's one of the few teaching areas with a 95 per cent employment rate of graduates over the last five years.
Understand the world, unlock its opportunities and deepen your knowledge of societies, cultures and languages
Studying a Bachelor of Arts at Griffith University will challenge you to think critically and creatively, to innovate, to communicate for influence and to harness the power of your ideas. You’ll nurture your interests while developing diverse skills that will enable you to make a meaningful impact in a rapidly changing world.
In today’s dynamic job market, you’ll need to be adaptable and innovative. At Griffith, you’ll become a confident communicator and critical thinker equipped with a hybrid skill set, preparing you for the future of work, where creative problem-solving is essential.
Our programs offer valuable opportunities for internships, industry experiences and study tours, giving you a unique perspective that sets you apart. You’ll gain insights into diverse societies and cultures while mastering the art of effective communication.
Inspire the world with the written word
Nurture your creative, critical and professional skills as a writer, gain a foundation in the main genres of fiction, non-fiction and poetry, and be supported in finding your own voice.
Studying English and creative writing at Griffith, your flair for expression will be complemented by the relevant professional skills essential to an author in the digital age. Our creative writing courses will not only inspire you to write but also help you build confidence and expertise, and equip you with a developed, critical understanding.
Examine the past, to understand the challenges of the future
The study of history is important in today's ever-evolving society. So much more than just dates and facts, history can tell us who we are, where we came from and where we're going. By making connections between the past and present, we can better understand contemporary society.
Studying history at Griffith, you'll go beyond the classroom to investigate some of today's biggest issues from a historical perspective.
Historical study also plays an important part in developing valuable career skills in research, writing and documentation.
Be a voice for things that matter
Prepare yourself for a dynamic, exciting career in the ever-changing media and communications landscape. You'll learn to make authentic, genuine connection with diverse audiences, highlighting critical issues and harnessing humanity's love of storytelling to make a lasting difference in how we see the world.
Start your career with established networks and a professional portfolio of work and be ready to lead innovation and facilitate change in the thriving communication and media industries.
1.5 billion people are learning English worldwide
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is about the teaching and learning of the English language in both English-speaking and non-English-speaking countries.
Well-trained TESOL teachers are highly sought after as the demand for English language learning around the world continues to grow.
With your NEAS-endorsed TESOL qualification from Griffith, you can build a successful career that spans the globe. Our degree offers internships and recognition of prior learning, to help you start your travels sooner.
Your TESOL qualification prepares you for a professional career in English language teaching, with excellent practical skills to teach speakers of other languages. Our graduates teach at all levels, from primary schools through to colleges and universities. Graduates have taken up training or management positions, carried out research, studied for higher qualifications, and even launched their own language school.
More than half of senior leaders hold a social science degree*
Social Science explores big world issues, social change and lasting solutions. You'll study and debate some of society's most compelling challenges, along with the techniques to understand, analyse and solve them.
We offer a dedicated Bachelor of Social Science, or sociology as a major within our Bachelor of Arts.
*Academy of Social Science in Australia, 2020
Stimulate thought and enhance understanding
No two world civilizations have been as closely intertwined in history as Islam and the West. It's a chronicle of clashes and challenges, and a host of conflicting attitudes and experiences.
Studying Islam-West relations at Griffith, you will delve into the histories, cultures and societies of the Islamic world. You'll expand your global awareness to understand a religion that influences one quarter of the globe's population in over 50 countries.
At Griffith our program is designed to stimulate thought and enhance understanding. You'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to respond to the challenges of international peace and security, migration and integration, identity and coexistence.
Expand your cultural understanding and broaden your career prospects
More than 50% of the world’s population uses two or more languages every day. In today’s globalised society, the ability to communicate in other languages can be an invaluable asset to your career.
When you study a language at Griffith, you’ll develop a solid understanding of how it functions and its use in society. Immerse yourself in your chosen language through study tours and overseas exchanges— all while refining your skills and expanding your cultural understanding.
You’ll also study linguistics—the science, nature and function of language and how it is used in society. Understanding how languages are developed and used will help you gain a solid understanding of your chosen language.
Focus on turning your interest into a career
Photography strongly influences the ways we express ourselves, how we perceive the world, and the forming of public opinion. A degree in Visual Arts prepares students for a professional career, providing you with the skills and knowledge to turn your creative photographic talents into a rewarding business.
Prepare for professional success in the animation industry
If you come to life at the thought of a career as a professional animator, studying animation at Griffith will give you the skills to stand out in this competitive global industry. Ranked top 2 in Australia*, our animation degree covers every aspect of animated filmmaking and is tailored to address the evolving needs of the animation sector.
You'll develop your own vision as an artist and animator, studying concept development, storyboarding, 2D, 3D and stop-motion character animation, motion capture, editing, graphic processes, sound recording, visual effects, post-production, marketing and distribution. You'll use top of the line hardware and premium industry-recognised software to produce original animated projects, from concept to delivery.
*Animation Career Review 2023 College Rankings
Develop the conceptual foundations and skills you need
Creating visual concepts to communicate ideas that captivate, inform and inspire is the hallmark of the successful graphic designer. Using their professional levels of technical expertise and teamwork skills, graphic designers develop layout and production design for print and on-screen. Discover the power visual of communication to reinvent the world around us, change user experiences, and promote responsible activities, behaviours and desires that communicate ideas and actions for a sustainable future. Work with cutting edge technology to visualise your graphic design brainwaves, enabling you to prototype your concepts and research, market, brand and package your ideas for sale in a global marketplace.
Disrupt, innovate, and work with industry in QCAD's unique creative spaces
Study visual arts at the Queensland College of Art and Design (QCAD), Australia's leading art and design college. At Griffith, you'll develop and showcase your creativity and passion across diverse fields.
In your first year, you’ll gain a grounding in the fundamental aspects of visual art practice and theory, and develop your individual skills, abilities and interests. In your second and third years, you’ll focus your studies towards your major studio area, while developing a wide range of skills, concepts and experiences. Graduate with the creative, interpretive and critical capabilities to equip you for a career in your chosen visual arts field.
With the option to apply via portfolio submission, you can showcase your creative potential upfront. This inclusive degree embraces individuals who are passionate about creativity and creation.
Discover the creative world of interior design
Passionate about interior design and its possibilities? Intrigued by what's on the inside? Interior design is the study of interior spaces in private and public places. Interior designers are the professionals who create the environments where we live, work, learn and relax. In a multifaceted profession drawing on creative inspiration and technical proficiency, interior designers meet the challenges of functionality, accessibility, safety and quality in residential, retail, commercial, hospitality and healthcare projects. Studying interior design and environments at Griffith, you'll gain the skills to tackle real interior design challenges and devise innovative strategies and solutions, advancing your critical and strategic thinking at the same time.
Get your game on
Games today are a multi-billion dollar industry, and more accessible than ever to people of all ages. Completing a Games Design and Production degree at Griffith opens the door to this 21st century medium of artistic expression.
Fusing the artistic and technical, games design explores techniques to engage and excite traditional players and broader audiences. You’ll learn that games exist to entertain and challenge as you develop meaningful and accessible interactive experiences.
This degree is designed to equip you with the complex skills you'll need, from character animation to behavioural algorithms and virtual production, for a successful career conceptualising and creating the next wave of games and virtual worlds.
Make your creative ambitions a reality, with a film and screen media production degree at Griffith
Develop professional level skills in film direction, producing, camera, sound, effects, production design, lighting, editing, new technologies, digital composing, scriptwriting and research. Leverage our strong industry links, work placement opportunities, mentoring programs, master classes and guest lectures with industry specialists. Follow in the footsteps of other successful graduates and submit your projects to national and international film festivals. This degree guides you in developing the practical skills and knowledge essential to working successfully in the media industry. You'll graduate with the skills, show reel and contacts to realise your screen media dreams.
Become a future innovator and leader
Set yourself for success in the exciting and fast-growing contemporary interactive media industry. The interaction design major in the Bachelor of Design has a multidisciplinary approach, which will develop your technical competency and digital creativity. Study interactive design methods, electronic audio, visual media, computation and critical thinking. Combine these skills to produce imaginative concepts, functioning prototypes, digital audio-visual artefacts, and technically mediated interaction designs for everyday life.
Prepare yourself to forge a life-long career across stage and screen
Griffith University's Bachelor of Acting, offered by Queensland Conservatorium's Performing Arts Department, focuses on developing both the individual and the actor.
Under the direction of internationally renowned teachers and performers, you will undertake intensive training in acting, voice and speech, singing, movement and dance.
Nursing is one of the world's most respected professions, offering rewarding opportunities to promote health, prevent illness and alleviate suffering. At Griffith, Australia's No. 1 university for nursing*, you'll gain the essential experience and skills to deliver excellent care. With five-star ratings** for student support and teaching quality—and paid prac placements starting in 2025—you’ll be set up for success from day one. Early clinical placement opportunities across diverse health sectors in rural, remote and international settings ensure you're prepared to make a lasting impact in healthcare.
Choose a world-class pathway to a career in medicine
Griffith's four year graduate-entry Doctor of Medicine will help you take your first step on the road to becoming a doctor. It's accredited by the Australian Medical Council and incorporates a strong community focus.
It also has a strong practical focus, with clinical placements being an integral part of each year of study. In your final two years you will be based primarily in off-campus health care services such as hospitals and general practices.
Griffith University's School of Medicine, now the School of Medicine and Dentistry, opened in 2005 with our first students graduating 2008. Today, more than 1200 graduates are in independent practice or in specialty training.
The Doctor of Medicine is available at our Gold Coast campus and also at our Sunshine Coast site at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute adjacent to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. In Years 3 and 4 of the program it is also possible for students to undertake a Rural Longlook Program through our Rural Clinical School
The Doctor of Medicine is an AQF Level 9 Masters Extended degree.
Pharmacy at Griffith is Ranked #1 for Overall Experience, Teaching Quality, and Student Support in Australia*
Join one of the most highly trusted health professions in the country and help improve the wellbeing of people in your community. The NAB Pharmacy Report (2021) highlights that 1 in 3 Australians see pharmacists as their most important health provider.
Our degrees in pharmacy and pharmacology combine community care with a strong jobs, and industry focus. Our graduates are highly sought after in healthcare environments throughout Australia and overseas. Our degrees provide you with a variety of pathways to careers such as pharmacology, toxicology or drug research, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and other health industries.
At Griffith, you’ll experience the highest ranked teaching quality, student support and overall experience in Australia. You'll learn through hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities such as an immersive virtual learning environment as well as formulation, pharmacology and analytical laboratories, and you'll have the opportunity to specialise in one of several key areas. You'll also have a foundation if you are considering further studies in areas such as medicine, dentistry or medical research.
Deliver life-changing outcomes for women and their needs
Midwifery is more than a job. It is a challenging, varied and highly-specialised role that integrates skills, knowledge and traditions. Increasingly, midwives are relied upon by women to provide top-level advice and assistance during pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period.
At Griffith, you'll learn from expert clinicians, researchers and award-winning teachers who are leading the field in midwifery education, research and practice. You’ll learn to provide high-quality, safe and effective care before, during and after childbirth.
Creativity and imagination, passion and curiosity, discipline, out of the box thinking. Recognise yourself?
Find your own distinctive musical voice studying for a degree in composition at Queensland Conservatorium. For many aspiring composers, learning here can be the key to endless possibilities for creativity, along with rewarding jobs and industry connections.
You'll develop advanced skills and learn through exposure to a range of musical styles, theory and literature. You'll gain invaluable industry and professional experience through project studies and our work-integrated learning courses.
Learn the craft of composing from some of Australia's leading music educators and composers, along with visiting international artists.
Help people understand their minds and create a healthier future for all
Whether you’re just starting your journey in psychological science or building on your existing skills, Griffith is the ideal choice. With a reputation for producing highly sought-after graduates, we offer multiple pathways to becoming a psychologist or applying your knowledge in related careers. Our alumni work across a range of industries, using their expertise to improve mental health outcomes and contribute to a healthier future for all.
Griffith is a leader in psychology education at all levels, offering world-class student support and qualifications. From foundational learning in our Diploma of Psychological Science to postgraduate coursework and supervised research at our renowned Centre for Mental Health, you will learn from practising experts who are leading groundbreaking research.
At Griffith, you’ll benefit from practical experience in our on-campus psychology clinics, as well as leading hospitals and medical centres, gaining the skills needed to make a tangible impact in the field. As healthcare evolves and the importance of mental health grows, our graduates are prepared for diverse and rewarding career opportunities in this rapidly changing landscape.
Gain the knowledge and skills to register and practice as a professional counsellor
Are you passionate about helping people to overcome the obstacles and personal challenges they are facing? Through a structured way of addressing problems, a professional counsellor can make a real and potentially immediate difference in their clients' lives to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. With our counselling degree, you'll gain theoretical knowledge and applied skills that will prepare you become a registered professional counsellor.
Imagine a career that demands your personal best, working on the frontline of providing pre-hospital care. A career where you are highly trained to help people in need and even save lives. Imagine a career as a paramedic.
As a paramedicine student at Griffith, you'll develop the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that prepare you to work as a paramedic in a range of healthcare scenarios, with a focus on emergency medical response and patient transport. You'll learn about human body systems, paramedic practice, emergency treatment of disease and response to trauma.
Our Bachelor of Paramedicine will equip you for a fulfilling career delivering quality care that helps improve the lives of others.
Drive change and improve the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities
Are you passionate about supporting and improving people’s wellbeing? Then social work is for you. At Griffith, our social work degrees are designed to develop high-quality practitioners who can advocate for those in their most vulnerable moments and drive tangible change. Benefitting from our flexible study options, you'll gain job-ready skills to assist individuals, families, groups and communities in areas such as counselling, advocacy and work with First Nations People, disability, youth, and child welfare.
Through our programs, you will advocate for a healthier future for all, developing critical thinking skills grounded in the values of social justice, diversity and equity. Whether on a local, national or global level, you’ll make a real impact and stand beside those who need it most. Plus, with paid support for your placements, you'll gain hands-on experience while creating change within your community and beyond.
Transform your passion for popular music into a successful career
Immerse yourself in a creative environment that fosters the musical innovation, business expertise and industry networks required by successful, professional musicians.
The Bachelor of Music will nurture your unique musical style, whether that's in mainstream or underground, or something in between. Evolve your performance and songwriting passions and dive into the business of music. Explore performance opportunities as you build the skills to perform, produce, write, record, manage, teach and more.
Engage in music studies and research at Queensland Conservatorium
Explore a wide range of career options by fusing contemporary culture and artistic vision with your postgraduate studies.
Build on your knowledge by taking part in seminars, special events and conferences, and refine your abilities through high quality, hands-on training and a rich choice of study areas and experiences.
Turn your passion into practical, employable skills and apply them in a range of music and music-related professions.
Help create a healthier future for all
Allied health professionals support the physical and mental wellbeing of their patients, providing essential diagnostic, therapeutic, rehabilitative and preventative services. They make up almost a third of Australia’s health workforce and are crucial to supplementing and complementing the care provided by nurses, midwives, doctors and dentists.
We’ll teach you the skills and collaborative mindset you’ll need to operate effectively as a specialist within a broader group. Our expansive health expertise means you’ll have the opportunity to interact with all aspects of healthcare, so you’ll graduate ready to work in any setting.
The field of allied health encompasses a diverse range of disciplines, including but not limited to:
Physiotherapy
Help people live fuller, more active and pain-free lives. You'll learn how to deploy evidence-based techniques and care to assess, diagnose, treat and prevent a variety of conditions and disorders, working either with the general public or in more specialised settings.
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Nutrition and dietetics
Combine strong communication and interpersonal skills with an interest in health for a rewarding career in health and nutrition. You'll learn how to apply your skills and knowledge to prevent disease and poor health through evidence-based education and advocacy.
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Occupational therapy
Join the ranks of qualified occupational therapists and follow your passion for helping people transform their lives for the better. You'll learn how to help others achieve their goals and needs whether in community and family life, work, school or sports and leisure.
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Rehabilitation counselling
Play a key role in assisting people reach their personal, social or occupational goals through rehabilitation plans and specialist advice. You'll learn about vocational evaluation, job placement, injury management, disability and more.
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Social work
Master the mix of critical thinking, values and ethics required to become a social worker, able to advocate for those who need support most. You'll learn how to promote social justice, diversity and equity, whether you work with individuals, families or communities.
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Speech pathology
Become a competent and empathetic speech pathology professional with an evidence-based approach. You'll engage with all the key areas in this rewarding field, including language development, communication, swallowing and feeding, fluency, literacy, stuttering and more.
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Learn with acclaimed jazz musicians at Queensland Conservatorium
Do you live and breathe jazz? If you enjoy playing, listening and composing jazz, consider majoring in this complex and creative musical form.
As an aspiring jazz musician you'll develop your technique, skills and experience, ready for a professional career in the music industry. Our program provides an education that's grounded in the jazz tradition, while looking to the musical future.
Studying at Queensland Conservatorium you'll learn and perform with acclaimed jazz musicians in some of the southern hemisphere's best performance spaces. Many of Australia's top jazz exponents started here, including Katie Noonan, Kate Miller-Heidke, Megan Washington, Isaac Hurren and Jacam Manricks.
Help improve the social, economic and personal wellbeing of our communities
Human services professionals help people improve their social, economic, personal and communal wellbeing.
Due to a number of factors such as an ageing population, Australia's growing migration intake, the increasing needs of families a diverse population, the current and future demand for trained professionals in this field is high and growing. Due to new funding initiatives, the disability sector workforce is expected to double in the next few years and qualified human services workers will be well positioned to fill this requirement. You can become a professional in these fields within two or three years of full time study.
Find your place on the world stage
Is musical theatre your calling? Do you love it enough to have a full day of rehearsals and performances, and get up next morning excited about doing it all over again?
Musical theatre training is in hot demand and Queensland Conservatorium is producing professionals of the highest calibre.
Our program is delivered through Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre and is designed to guide and prepare talented students for life as a working artist in musical theatre. You'll be given high-level training in voice, acting, movement and dance. You'll learn to tell a story using your entire body, and you'll be taught to develop a broad range of styles.
Combine music and cutting edge technology at Queensland Conservatorium
If you're drawn to the creative, experimental blending of music and technology, this is the degree for you.
The Bachelor of Music is designed to prepare music makers for the digital age, where the varying job descriptions can range from composing and arranging to live performance, audio engineering/editing and mastering, and more.
You will be given a thorough understanding of technology's role in performing, producing, recording and creating music and sound and develop the ability to employ that knowledge professionally in multiple contexts.
Make a positive difference by helping people improve their speech, language and communication abilities
A speech pathologist helps children, adolescents and adults manage a wide range of speech and communication difficulties. Key areas of speech pathology include language development, communication, swallowing or feeding, fluency, literacy, stuttering, voice disorders and many more.
Griffith's speech pathology degrees are offered over a variety of campuses and encourages your personal and professional development through methods such as problem-based learning, active learning in small groups and clinical placements from the outset that integrate theory and practice. You'll get the opportunity to develop research literacy and an evidence-based approach to learning, and the skills you acquire will ensure you can deliver quality speech-related services throughout your career.
Got a head for numbers?
If you have a sharp mind, like problem solving and have an eye for detail, accounting is for you. Accountants provide information and analysis critical to ensuring the financial viability of every business. You will develop your critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills and obtain a solid awareness of professional accounting standards and regulation.
Set yourself up for success in emerging Asian business markets
Asia is a vibrant and significant part of the global economy in the 21st century and a major trading partner with Australia. Asia is emerging as the world’s largest producer and consumer of goods and is populated by dynamic and complex societies. A deep understanding of Asian history, culture, politics and business relations is required to successfully engage throughout Asia – in government, commercial and not for profit environments.
Skills for the new economy
The new economy is driven by principles like sustainability, adaptability, diversity and ethics. So you’ll need a degree that ensures you graduate with the new skills employers are looking for. We have redesigned our Bachelor of Business around these principles, so that you develop skills like collaboration, adaptability and creative problem-solving.
New ways to think about commerce
Commercial activity is in every field and industry, involving legal, economic, political, social, and technological systems that support the financial side of business. Professionals in this field are increasingly required to evolve strategies in sustainable fiscal policy and ethical behaviours, as well as apply a thorough 360 degree understanding of a business to data analysis. You’ll need a new degree that ensures you graduate with a new way of thinking for the new economy. You can choose from our new Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours), Diploma of Commerce or select a commerce-relevant major in our Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours).
Learn how business worlds work and how markets communicate
In today’s world, economics is about more than just numbers. Economists keep economies strong and stable and can help nations develop. You’ll learn how the business world works and how markets communicate with each other in evolving environments and industries. You’ll develop the skills necessary to approach business with an innovative and creative mindset that will help set you apart from others.
Griffith raises the bar in vocal excellence
Griffith's Queensland Conservatorium is one of Australia's leading music schools, preparing graduates for the challenges and rewards of professional careers.
Studying opera and voice here, you'll gain the invaluable experience of learning from internationally acclaimed teachers. You'll develop your talent in high-tech studios and on sophisticated stages.
You'll have the advantage of a curriculum that's focused and intense, emphasising both performance opportunities and the classroom. You'll be supported to achieve your fullest vocal potential. Dedicated educators will give you the benefit of their skills and experience, coaching you for success in the professional arena.
Hosting the world's favourite events has become big business and requires serious coordination
If you have ambitions to organise a rock concert, community arts festival, business conference or major sporting event, an event management major could be for you.
Event management is an exciting and growing industry. You’ll develop business skills and specialist knowledge about how to organise, manage and promote events that will put you at the forefront of this amazing industry.
Dream of being your own boss?
Do you have a creative idea for a new product or service and want to launch your own business or start-up? Choosing to study innovation and entrepreneurship will teach you how to be an effective, innovative and dynamic manager and you'll graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence required to develop and manage a successful business.
The future is bright for finance graduates
Today's financial professionals are as dynamic as the industry they work in, and in huge demand all over the world.
The finance industry is global and goes way beyond handling money and balancing accounts. Studying finance at Griffith will help you understand how international events influence local economies, how to apply sustainable solutions to real global issues and social concerns affecting business, government and the community.
Do you enjoy helping others and creating wealth?
Everyone can benefit from professional financial advice. After all, Wealth is second only to health when it comes to individual and household wellbeing. If you’re interested in being a trusted professional who works with individuals and families so their money works for them—not the other way around—a major in financial planning could be for you.
Australia is one of the world's most franchised nations
Franchising contributes more than $144 billion to Australia's economy. Whether you're already a franchise operator or seeking entry to the franchising sector, a franchising degree will improve your knowledge and give you an understanding of new franchising opportunities and strategies for managing, leading and expanding franchise operations.
In Australia alone there are 1,600 franchisors and more than 79,000 franchise outlets, with the sector employing 460,000 people. So you can see that there are plenty of opportunities and great need for franchising expertise.
Employment relations and human resources are vital for organisational success
Employment relations affects almost every business. Any company that employs people is required by law to provide a fair and safe workplace. These laws cover everything from hiring, to wages and conditions, and there’s a lot of them. The Employment Relations major gives you the skills and expertise to guide an organisation through this complex legislation.
Join one of the largest sectors of healthcare professionals
Medical scientists are the key people working behind the scenes performing diagnostic tests that help doctors diagnose diseases. Every facet of healthcare is influenced by diagnostics in some way, including areas such as pharmaceutical, technology development, patient management, and more, and medical scientists can also recommend treatment options and help manage clinical trials.
Griffith is your best choice to build your career in this field, with our graduates highly regarded for their knowledge and skills. In gaining your Bachelor of Medical Science, you'll become trained in a wide range of high tech diagnostic tools and gain extensive hands-on experience by working with experienced clinicians during clinical placements in healthcare facilities.
Be the lawyer the world needs
Want your career to leave a legacy? Join the university ranked No. 1 for law in Australia* and prepare to tackle the unique challenges of our globalised society.
At Griffith Law School, gain the skillset you need to create a more just and equitable future through progressive practical experience and industry placements, starting from your first year. Work for real clients on real cases while building valuable connections as part of your study. With mentorship from experienced legal practitioners and access to hands-on learning opportunities, Griffith Law School equips you to make a meaningful impact and build a fairer future.
Enhance your career prospects with a double degree in law, with options available across a range of fields including criminology, business, arts and psychological science.
Find solutions to environmental problems for a sustainable future
If you have an interest in the environment and how best to solve the challenges ahead, a Griffith environmental science degree will give you the knowledge, skills and experience to play your part in the future. With a range of majors to choose from, you can study what you are passionate about. And then take that expertise into your workplace, into your new career or even through to further research.
Throughout your studies learn how the various sciences and the environment are related, and how to use this knowledge to solve and manage environmental problems. You'll study and investigate key issues in biodiversity, land and water sustainability, renewable energy, energy conservation, carbon capture and emission management, sustainable building design, urban planning, public health and well-being, economic development, triple bottom line analysis, and environmental, national and international treaty law.
Create a positive impact on people's lives by empowering them to live the lives they want to
If you're drawn to a profession that can have a profound effect on people's lives, helping with the things they want and need to do in community and family life, work, school, sports and leisure interests, an exciting career is ahead of you.
Occupational therapy focuses on enabling people to participate in activities they want, need, and are expected to engage in. This degree will equip you with a range of therapeutic techniques to help people to overcome the challenges they face. By concentrating on their strengths rather than their restrictions or barriers, it helps them to achieve their goals.
Improving human health through understanding environmental influences
Did you know you can study Environmental Health as a career-oriented major with a Bachelor of Health Science? In this degree, you'll learn how to understand and manage environmental health issues such as food safety, water pollution, infectious disease outbreaks and hazardous waste.
A Griffith environmental health degree is a strong base to build your career within government and industry. Our diverse electives will help equip you for careers in a range of scientific and allied professions including working as a scientific advisor, pathology technician, industry representative, technical sales specialist, laboratory technician or research assistant.
Become a Physiotherapist
If healthcare appeals to you and you love working with people, a degree in physiotherapy might be the perfect fit for you.
Physiotherapists provide people with advice and treatment to prevent injury and disability, responding clinically when an injury or disability occurs. Studying your Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Griffith will give you the knowledge and tools to assess, diagnose, treat and manage disease, disability and injury to assist in prevention and rehabilitation.
The degree is fully accredited with the Australian Physiotherapy Council.
Restore people's body's physical function and help relieve pain
Physiotherapy is an exciting profession that greatly impacts on people’s lives. Physiotherapists are highly qualified health professionals who work in partnership with their clients to get them better and to stay well.
Using advanced techniques and evidence-based care, physiotherapists assess, diagnose, treat and prevent a wide range of health conditions and movement disorders. They do this by assisting to repair damage, reduce stiffness and pain, increase mobility and improve quality of life.
Physiotherapy extends from health promotion to injury prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, maintenance of mobility, chronic disease management, client and carer education and occupational health.
As part of his degree, Thomas did a work placement at Gilmour Space Technologies—an aerospace start-up based on Queensland's Gold Coast—which turned into a full‑time role. He's now a software engineer and part of a team designing and building a rocket set to deploy commercial payloads by 2024. 'I was drawn to the possibility of using my knowledge to better the world in one way or another, so decided to apply for the Bachelor of Engineering at Griffith.'
Make a meaningful difference in our community
If you have an interest in people and the ability to relate to others, together with good communication skills, a career in the mental health area could be the right choice for you.
Now is an exciting time to be involved in the care of people experiencing mental health problems, with increased focus on improving access and delivery of mental health care, and funding new initiatives and services.
Deepen your understanding of human behaviour and learn to bridge the gap between theory and effective mental health strategies, undertaking our mental health practice postgraduate programs in a flexible online study environment.
A forward looking, forward thinking professional area with solid growth prospects
A rehabilitation counsellor plays a key role in assisting people with injuries or social disadvantage to reach their occupational, personal or social participation goals. They assess an individual’s strengths and capabilities to develop a coordinated rehabilitation plan and provide advice on how they can improve their circumstances and the environment they live in.
You'll learn about vocational evaluation, job placement, injury management, disability, applied counselling and research methods, and will be given opportunities to apply your knowledge through organisational placements. By choosing to study Rehabilitation Counselling at Griffith, you'll be taking an important step towards building your career in healthcare.
Help create a healthier world through nutrition and dietetics
If you have an interest in health and nutrition, and the ability to communicate with people, an exciting career is open to you in nutrition and dietetics – the science of how the food we eat affects our lives.
For the first time in human history, there are more overfed than underfed people in the world. With changing lifestyles and an ageing population, chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes are increasingly common.
Nutritionists and dietitians apply their skills and knowledge to work toward the prevention of many diseases and conditions through nutrition education, health promotion and advocacy.
High quality training in all aspects of theatre
Are you interested in theatre and drama and want to learn how to use these skills in your professional career?
Griffith University's theatre studies offer flexibility and depth, and will develop your skills as a creative communicator.
Our teachers are experts in both theory and practice. You will study theatre history, contemporary performance, writing and performing, and using drama for social justice and change. Our courses combine practical experiments with intellectual exploration to prepare students for employment in a teaching career or in a range of other industries.
Be the lawyer the world needs
Want your career to leave a legacy? Join the university ranked No. 1 for law in Australia* and prepare to tackle the unique challenges of our globalised society.
At Griffith Law School, gain the skillset you need to create a more just and equitable future through progressive practical experience and industry placements, starting from your first year. Work for real clients on real cases while building valuable connections as part of your study. With mentorship from experienced legal practitioners and access to hands-on learning opportunities, Griffith Law School equips you to make a meaningful impact and build a fairer future.
Enhance your career prospects with a double degree in law, with options available across a range of fields including criminology, business, arts and psychological science.
Take your place in the world of architecture
Architecture focuses on design and creative problem solving skills - learning how to develop and present architectural solutions that meet user, functional, technical and aesthetic needs now and for the future.
You will be exposed to both international and domestic practices, learn in small group practice led design studios, have access to dedicated state-of-the-art studios, and have the opportunity to undertake industry experience and international field trips.
Angela Fabian
Bachelor of Musical Theatre
Angela Fabian graduated from the Queensland Conservatorium with a Bachelor of Music (Jazz voice), and said her studies had given her the skills and confidence to compete at a national level.
“I had always sung by ear, and I didn’t read music, so in my early 40s, I decided to go to university. I learned so much at the Con, and they all accepted me with open arms. Now I feel like I have so much to give, and I’m never going to stop following my dreams” she said.
Building capacity in communities to improve outcomes for autistic people
Our graduate program is the first and currently the only one that teaches from a range of disciplines including psychology, speech and language pathology, education and occupational therapy. This matters because autism affects all aspects of people’s lives - at home, at school, at work, in the community and throughout their lives. Graduates of this program leave with the skills and capabilities to be a positive force for change for autistic people in their communities.
Our Graduate Certificate of Autism Studies can lead through to the Masters in Autism Studies course, which can lead on to becoming a Developmental Educator (see the DEAI website for information on accreditation). Developmental Educators are an NDIS approved profession for supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families to achieve their individual developmental, social and learning goals.
The online program is ideal for anyone who wants to further their understanding of autism, whether they are healthcare professionals, teachers, family members or autistic people who want to be at the forefront of autism research and practice. You’ll also be studying with a university that provides a quality educational experience.
Find your place on the world stage with Queensland Conservatorium
Explore the diversity of the classical music experience and the wide-ranging scale of music as an art form, at one of Australia's leading music schools.
Studying at Queensland Conservatorium, you'll deepen your appreciation and understanding as you learn from and perform beside pre-eminent educators, musicians, composers and performers — including some of the finest professionals and scholars in their fields.
You'll be positioned to take full advantage of our exceptional standing and connections.
Our program is focused on technique, repertoire and interpretation, and also endows you with the full range of skills necessary to build a long and successful career.
Shubshri Kandiah
Bachelor of Musical Theatre
Musical theatre graduate Shubshri Kandiah had all her wishes granted after winning the lead role of Princess Jasmine in Disney’s smash hit musical, Aladdin. The role marked Shubshri’s professional musical theatre debut, just months after graduation. ‘It is a dream come true—the international creative team have shown a lot of faith in me.’ Shubshri began performing at a young age, learning classical Indian dance, ballet and violin. She moved across the country from Perth after being accepted into the Queensland Conservatorium. During her studies, Shubshri dazzled audiences in productions like Sweet Charity and West Side Story. As part of the industry experiences offered at the Con, she performed with the Queensland Pops Orchestra and sang a duet with Broadway legend Liz Callaway at QPAC. ‘My three years studying at the Queensland Conservatorium provided me with so many performance opportunities and skills that I have taken with me,’ she said. ‘From voice warm-ups to script analysis, dance technique and a knowledge of vocal health that will allow me to perform eight shows a week, the Con really prepared me for a career in the industry.’
Take your place in the fast-paced world of software engineering
Software engineers design and implement the software systems our society depends on—from biotechnology to sports to submarines. You'll learn about software engineering theory and software development and program construction.
You'll study mathematics, computer systems, engineering principles and information systems. You'll learn through group project work, developing software for external clients, and gain skills in teamwork, project management and quality management. You'll also learn about international standards and industry best practice techniques.
Disrupt, innovate, and work with industry
Now, more than ever, people are seeking design-led innovation to produce solutions for real-world problems. The evolving design industry opens doors to emerging career opportunities, and professionals have the chance to truly change the world.
Our studio-first program, registered by the Design Institute of Australia (DIA), cultivates high levels of design expertise. With a Bachelor of Design, you’ll gain the knowledge to redirect, challenge and rethink traditional processes and procedures in the design industry.
With the option to apply via portfolio submission, you can showcase your creative potential upfront. Accessible to all, this degree welcomes individuals with curiosity and passion for making a difference.
Courtney Monsma
Bachelor of Musical Theatre
Since graduating from the Bachelor of Musical Theatre in 2017, Courtney Monsma has been cast in a host of high-profile shows, including Mamma Mia, Aladdin and Six at the Sydney Opera House.
In 2020 Courtney was cast in the lead role of Frozen: The Musical.
“This is a dream come true and I am so grateful for this opportunity. I’m so grateful to everyone for the support and guidance that has led me to this point and excited for the journey ahead.”
Kate Miller-Heidke
Bachelor of Music (Classical Voice)
Kate Miller-Heidke’s remarkable voice has mesmerised audiences across the globe. The versatile singer has an enviable career that straddles the world of classical and pop music, from performing in front of hundreds of millions of viewers at Eurovision to gracing the stage at the Metropolitan Opera in New York and producing a score of ARIA-award winning pop albums. Kate was the second Queensland Conservatorium alumnus to represent Australia at Eurovision, after Dami Im in 2016. Her Eurovision hit Zero Gravity, co-written by her husband and fellow Griffith graduate Keir Nuttall, showcased Miller-Heidke’s soaring vocals—a legacy of her training at the Queensland Conservatorium. Miller-Heidke graduated from Griffith’s Queensland Conservatorium in 2002 with a Bachelor of Music, majoring in classical voice. Queensland Conservatorium Director Professor Scott Harrison said the Con had produced many remarkable vocalists who had transformed the Australian music scene—from Dami Im to Katie Noonan and Megan Washington. ‘She is a classically-trained singer but her crossover appeal is immense, and it is no surprise to me or her former teachers that she has gone on to wow audiences around the globe.’
Career outcomes
Qualifications that make a difference in children's lives
Griffith University has the highest education graduate success rates in Australia
Our graduates are in demand and your special education degree will qualify you to teach your chosen subjects in the independent, Catholic and state education systems in Queensland as well as overseas. You could choose to follow a different path and find satisfying employment opportunities in:
Training settings in industry and government
Environmental education
Adult health education
Student counselling
Libraries
Educational research
Education policy
Curriculum development
Career outcomes
With your qualifications, you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the Queensland College of Teachers. You will be prepared for a career as a teacher in the public or private sector which can lead to senior positions such as head of department or principal. Your education degree can also open the doors to numerous other career opportunities, such as:
Industry and government
Outdoor education
Adult literacy
Libraries
Educational research
Education policy
Consultancy
Career outcomes
Gain a globally recognised qualification
Consistently positive feedback from employers tells us that Griffith graduates are of excellent quality and well prepared for careers in the education industry
You'll be ready to meet the growing demand for postgraduate qualified teachers in the early childhood education sector. You'll also have a qualification that allows entry into a relevant master's degree.
You'll be eligible to be employed as a registered early childhood teacher in prior-to-school settings, including long day care and kindergartens.
You could also consider positions as a childcare co-ordinator, teaching assistant, education administrator or policy development officer.
Career outcomes
Take your Arts degree wherever you want to go
It starts with arts. A third of all Fortune 500 CEOs have an arts degree.
Studying arts gives you access to more career paths in more industries, including creative industries, the corporate sector, government, media and community.
Everything you learn provides a springboard to securing a career that's fulfilling and financially rewarding. The versatility and flexibility of an arts degree give you multiple options when it comes to choosing which industry you'll enter. You'll have a valuable suite of skills to impress prospective employers and give you a professional edge in the jobs market.
For Griffith graduates, the possibilities for finding your dream job are unlimited, including in the following sectors:
Marketing and media
Politics and government
Education and training
Advertising
Private enterprise
Community development
Career outcomes
Preparing graduates to work in new and traditional fields
The writing industry is a constantly changing, competitive environment with more and more people wanting to create and publish their own work
At Griffith we have a track record of success with many graduates going on to become published writers, winning or being shortlisted for major writing prizes. Our graduates leave with advanced imaginative and critical abilities, plus practical and vocational literary writing skills. As a Griffith graduate, you'll enjoy great versatility in shaping your career. Degrees in English and creative writing are especially well suited for:
Creative industries
New media
Journalism
Public policy
Advertising
Business
Publishing
Teaching
Career outcomes
Develop marketable professional skills
A degree in history from Griffith gives you practical skills useful for a wide variety of careers
Research and writing are at the heart of historical inquiry, along with analytical thinking: all highly valued by employers in the private sector and in government. With a specialisation in history from Griffith you have the opportunity to work in a wide range of roles including:
As a curator in galleries around the world
As a journalist reporting from remote parts of the world
Continuing on to a graduate diploma of education to become a history teacher
In screen production to make your mark in the film industry
Professional development short courses
Our one or two day short course workshops for midwives and nurses can provide CPD points to keep your qualification current. They are also an excellent way to sample our postgraduate programs. Courses are offered across a Trimester and students will receive 10 credit points upon successful completion of the course.
Starting point for a wide range of specialised careers
You love words. You like debating pronunciation or the origin of a slang phrase. You're an insatiable reader, and you have the vocabulary to prove it.
In linguistics, you'll study the 'how' and the 'why' of the vernacular we use today and discover how our words have evolved over time. You'll research where new words come from and the way in which, when we're children, our spoken vocabulary develops more quickly than anything else.
Many linguists will spend a great deal of time investigating a specific language, collecting evidence and documenting a language.
If words are your passion, studying linguistics at Griffith is for you.
Imagine the future. Then build it
Mechanical engineers design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems. You'll learn about developing and using new materials and technologies and gain an understanding of mechanical engineering theory. As a graduate, you'll be able to use your skills to work on medical, automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, marine and sports-related projects.
Our mechanical engineering program is built on a strong foundation of theory, reinforced by practical experience and innovation. You will be involved in the development and use of new materials and technologies, as well as design and analysis using advanced software and computer systems.
Engineering reimagined
Electrical engineers design, develop, adapt, install, test and maintain electronic components, circuits and systems used for computer systems, communication systems, entertainment, transport, biomedical and other industrial applications.
In this major, you will have the opportunity to investigate the technology, design and applications of devices and equipment that use electrical energy. You will learn to develop high technology systems that generate, store, distribute and use electrical power and gain technical skills in areas such as communications, power generation and electrical machinery. You will learn to use computer systems, lasers, and other tools to develop and improve the medical equipment used to monitor, diagnose and treat health problems.
Choose a career that matches your passion for health, exercise and sport
Griffith is one of Australia’s foremost universities in the delivery of exercise science and sport degrees, and is ranked #42 globally in Sports-Related Subjects*
Our exercise science and sport degrees are designed to prepare graduates for current exercise and sport environments, and also for a rapidly evolving health sector where the challenges of an ageing population and increasing burden of chronic disease will require the expertise you’ll be able to provide.
Our long history in developing work-ready graduates will help you to reach your potential as an exercise or sport practitioner – to engage, empower and lead through a combination of coursework and supervised clinical placements.
*2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject
Study special needs education at Griffith
Our teachers are in high demand.
Griffith’s special and inclusive education degrees are benchmarks in Australia within this specialist teaching area. Final year students are often offered positions even before they officially graduate.
Working with people who have emotional or physical disabilities or learning problems, special education teachers require deep compassion and enormous patience. Your professional skills will be valued and appreciated by the community and bring you into contact with people of all ages.
Studying at Griffith, you’ll acquire the knowledge and experience to promote rich educational opportunities for all special needs students in a range of settings. You’ll learn how to achieve maximum learning outcomes for them, develop their positive communication skills, and build resilience through a supportive and inclusive classroom.
With the Graduate Certificate in Special Needs Education, you’ll develop special education skills at an advanced level and acquire an understanding of the general principles and practices of educating students with special needs.
Adam Drake has had a varied and interesting career since graduating from a Bachelor of Arts. After working with youth-based theatre production companies, he was inspired to found Balanced Choice, an organisation providing fitness and theatre programs for young people. The program has been rolled out across three states, and Adam – a 2019 Northern Territory Australian of the Year nominee – facilitates workshops for over 50 organisations nationwide. He recently returned to Griffith to run a workshop for the School of Humanities, Languages and Social Science course, Drama for Social Action.
Study arts at Griffith
Study flexibility
Take control of your time. This degree has intakes in Trimester 1, 2 and 3. Whenever you’re ready to study, we’re ready to get you started. Choose on-campus or online study options, study part-time or full-time, over two or three trimesters each year.
Industry-engaged learning
Take advantage of extensive industry-relevant experiences such as internships and overseas study tours, and work on industry projects for real clients to develop advanced professional knowledge and skills, all while making connections for your future career.
Explore our Arts majors
Study Creative writing at Griffith
Learn from teachers who know how to be successful
Do you love taking people on a journey with the written word? Are you fascinated by exploring and analysing the texts of the past? Creative writing at Griffith is the major for you.
Learn from the best
You’ll learn from industry experts and award-winning professionals who delight in encouraging your creativity. You’ll explore and gain insights into some of the most exciting contemporary literature in drama, poetry or fiction, and you’ll appreciate the context of British, Australian and American historical literary works.
You’ll refine your craft and specialisation in areas including fiction, non-fiction, short stories, poetry or screenplays. You’ll be given a well-rounded understanding of experimental writing, popular genres and writings across cultures.
You’ll have the chance to take classes that encourage you to learn editorial practice and its application, in particular the developmental intervention necessary to bring a variety of texts to publication standard in print or digital formats.
Join our literary community
Just as important as the curriculum, Griffith Creative Writing also supports a dynamic and lively literary community. There are always opportunities for students to share their work, meet other writers and learn more about the world of writing through events such as the yearly tour to Ubud Writers’ Festival in Bali, and Smallroom, a popular, monthly reading night. You can also learn valuable editing and publishing skills by becoming involved with the production of Talent Implied, Griffith’s annual creative writing journal.
Study history at Griffith
Learn from the past to prepare for the future
The study of history looks at change and continuity in society over time, the defining moments which shaped our world.
At Griffith, you’ll learn about the past as a way of understanding the present from many different angles – socially, culturally, politically and economically. You’ll learn about ancient civilisations, and delve into the way global actions shaped Australia’s history and influenced our present.
With seven subjects to choose from, you’ll cover a diverse range of historical events including the impact of past terrorist attacks, political violence and the ecological attitudes from the sixteenth to the nineteenth centuries.
You’ll learn to recognise and analyse trends and interconnections across centuries and civilizations, and examine topics such as the global impact of disease, environmental changes, warfare, trade and religious belief. And you'll examine evidence from the past about society and culture, and how political and social movements helped to change our understanding of society, humanity, and rights, and of gender, sexuality and 'race', in the world today.
Studying at Griffith will expose you to a wide range of viewpoints and opinions from a well-respected team of teaching staff. You’ll learn important professional skills, including how to read critically, carry out research, write with clarity, and make a persuasive evidence-based argument.
Practical experiences in Accounting, Finance and Economics
Join the new way of thinking
Discover the versatility of accounting as you pick an industry that suits your passion. Your strategic thinking, critical judgment, research skills, numerical sense, computer skills and communication ability are in demand. A degree from Griffith will help prepare you for your future career in accounting. Use your degree to help companies operate. Influence management and investment decisions. Measure, interpret and communicate information that is vital to ensure companies are operating within the law and with a future focus. Be vital to helping companies grow.
Griffith Tax Clinic
Griffith Tax Clinic provides free assistance to the community to navigate the tax system. The student-run clinic provides advice from accounting, finance and economics taxation students under the supervision of experienced tax practitioners
The clinic provides students the opportunity to engage in case work directly relevant to their chosen career.
Recognised by industry
Learn from experienced industry professionals and leading researchers who can help you build your skills. Depending on the courses you complete you can graduate with a degree accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and CPA Australia. Add a taxation minor and you’re on your way to becoming a Registered Tax Agent.
AACSB accredited
Griffith Business School is an accredited member of AACSB International which means our business degrees are internationally recognised for excellence and outstanding business education. It’s the most prestigious accreditation a business school can earn.
Study Asian studies at Griffith
If you're interested in learning about different cultures and have international ambitions, a major in Asian Business or Asian Engagement (or both) could be for you. You'll develop a solid understanding of how Asian businesses operate as well as gaining the knowledge and practical skills required to work with Asian businesses and management. If you have aspirations to work in businesses in Asia, or even set up your own business and develop ties with Asia, this course could be for you.
Asian Business
Asia is a vibrant and significant part of the global economy in the 21st century and a major trading partner with Australia. Asia is emerging as the world’s largest producer and consumer of goods and is populated by dynamic and complex societies. A deep understanding of Asian history, culture, politics and business relations is required to successfully engage throughout Asia—in government, commercial and not-for-profit environments.
Asian Engagement
Asia accounts for 60 per cent of the world's population and is rapidly developing both socially and economically. Australia is recognised as a crucial player in Asia with our integration into this region being vital to our continued prosperity. With deep knowledge of Asia, you'll position yourself as a sought-after graduate with a global perspective. You'll develop expertise and an in-depth understanding of the region's political, economic and cultural environment and be prepared to take advantage of new and exciting opportunities working in Australia and abroad as an expert on Asian affairs.
If you're interested in learning about different cultures and have international ambitions, a major in Asian Business could be for you. You'll develop a solid understanding of how Asian businesses operate as well as gaining the knowledge and practical skills required to work with Asian businesses and management. If you have aspirations to work in businesses in Asia, or even set up your own business and develop ties with Asia, this course could be for you.
Griffith has been at the forefront of Asian issues and research for more than 25 years. Our Griffith Asia Institute builds on this progressive tradition, providing cutting-edge research on political and cultural issues in Asia and the South Pacific. The Institute has strong affiliations with think tanks, government and industry, and promotes Asian engagement through a number of high-profile initiatives.
Learn a language
Study Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese or Korean language as part of your degree. Graduate with the ability to communicate cross-culturally and be a valuable assets to any modern organisation with the type of skills employers take note of.
Experience Asia
Through the Griffith in Asia Initiative, you’ll have opportunities to study abroad and immerse yourself in Asian culture. You’ll get out of the classroom and into the field through a range of fully structured and supported international internships, semester exchange programs, and language and study tours.
AACSB Accredited
Griffith Business School is an accredited member of AACSB International which means our business degrees are internationally recognised for excellence and outstanding business education. It’s the most prestigious accreditation a business school can earn.
Study economics at Griffith
Join the new way of thinking
If you enjoy questioning the causes behind local and global trends and watching how the value of everyday items can have widespread impact, then economics is for you. You’ll learn how to make decisions based on trends and data, learn about strategic behaviour and its influence on trends, econometrics and how a society distributes and uses its resources. You’ll also gain knowledge about public policy design and implementation and interpreting statistical data.
You’ll have the opportunity to get out of the classroom and into a real working environment through an enriching internship. Griffith Business School’s economics internships place you in the field and equip you with the professional skills you need to be work ready. Our industry partners include Deloitte Consulting, ACIL Allen Consulting, Queensland Treasury, Department of Transport and Main Roads, RACQ, Trade and Investment Queensland to name a few.
Cutting-edge trading rooms
Hone your skills in our market trading rooms that mimic the Australian Stock Exchange and use the same software as stockbroking and finance firms. You’ll have access to the best technology for an authentic, real world experience and the latest live financial feeds.
AACSB accredited
Griffith Business School is an accredited member of AACSB International which means our business degrees are internationally recognised for excellence and outstanding business education. It’s the most prestigious accreditation a business school can earn.
World-class staff
Our economics teachers are passionate about economics and combine a high academic profile with significant work experience outside academia. They have strong and active links with key international organisations like the United Nations, the World Bank, the World Trade Organization and the International Monetary Fund.
Career outcomes
Preparing the next generation of professionals for the best jobs in media
In today's increasingly connected world, communicators are in demand
Guided by our experienced educators, Griffith students are prepared for careers in all forms of the media, with excellent job prospects for online, print, radio and television work. Strong writing skills and the ability to analyse and present data are also highly sought after in business and government roles. Your skills will be transferable across different fields, including:
Foreign correspondent
Radio journalist, announcer, producer or programmer
Television presenter
Newsreader
Travel journalist
Sports journalist
Feature writer
Communications roles
Public relations consultant
Content writer
Editor or editorial support staff
Media relations
Government and foreign affairs
Politics
Press secretary
Film, producer or visual effects coordinator
Photojournalist
Career outcomes
Find lasting solutions to social issues.
Two in three CEOs of ASX200 companies hold a degree in the social sciences, as do 62% of government senior executives and 66% of Federal Parliamentarians (Academy of Social Science in Australia, 2020).
As a graduate, your expertise will be sought in many different settings, from the public service to community agencies, advocacy and lobbying organisations, social activism and international aid organisations. You'll embark on your career with the solid foundation required to work across various rewarding professions, including jobs in:
Social policy development
Politics
Environmental sustainability
International aid
Foreign affairs and trade
Education and training
Economic analysis
Media and communications
Information management
Non-government organisations
Social enterprise
Corporate strategy
Security intelligence
Career outcomes
Griffith TESOL graduates are well-equipped with up-to-date specialised knowledge and practical skills to become informed and effective English language teachers.
Use your expert knowledge to work in Australia at private language colleges, university language centres or TAFE institutions, and overseas at schools, universities and private language colleges.
Griffith’s valuable, NEAS-endorsed qualification in TESOL will give you unique opportunities to work, travel and see the world.
Career outcomes
Work anywhere in the world
If you're eager to expand your cultural horizons and have the desire to work in a diverse, competitive, global environment, Griffith is the place to make a start
This degree will provide you with an insightful understanding of Islam-west relations. Griffith graduates attract keen interest from a range of employers, including government departments and agencies, and non-governmental organisations. By studying Islam-west relations you open up the prospect of challenging career possibilities to pursue anywhere in the world. You could work in multiple fields, including:
Government
Transnational corporations
International organisations
Media
Banking and finance
Cultural and non-governmental organisations
Aisha Al Mahdy
Griffith Pharmacy Graduate
Battanbang, Northern Cambodia was the destination for a group of Griffith pharmacy students aiming to bring their skills to disadvantaged communities. Led by third year student Aisha Al Mahdy, the group of 13 Pharmacy students organised a two-week program that saw them providing healthcare to very low resourced communities. 'Unfortunately many chronic ailments go unnoticed in these conditions, so the group provided general medical help, including blood pressure checks and glucose checks, as well as general health and hygiene education,' said Aisha.
Biotechnology skills in demand globally
The global demand for entrepreneurial scientists with skills in biotechnology, and advanced knowledge of commercialisation is increasing.
Our new Master of Biotechnology draws on our world leading teaching and research strengths in microbiology, clinical and environmental microbiology, and molecular biology and genomics, and bioinformatics.
It will also equip you with a thorough understanding of the legal and regulatory requirements in product discovery and development, as well as business and innovation trends, marketing and business planning.
Connect with diverse audiences and highlight critical issues
Professional communication skills position you to shape public opinion, advocate for causes, and influence behaviour. Develop a unique skill set to work across multiples fields and gain the experience you need to be job-ready. Explore how information and media shape our world, and understand ever-evolving digital trends.
Learn from the experts
Studying communication will give you the skills to thrive in the integrated media landscape. Co-designed with industry, you’ll work alongside and learn from some of the best journalists, editors, producers, content makers and communication professionals in the country.
Hone your skills
You'll develop advanced writing skills, multimedia production abilities, and the capacity to think both laterally and creatively. Undertaking a wide range of subjects, including media law, digital media audio production, crisis communications, and investigative journalism, you'll be well equipped to launch your career.
With specialisations in strategic communications or journalism, and 100’s of electives, you can customise your degree to meet your career goals.
Practical experience
Unlock your potential beyond the classroom, taking on projects for real clients to develop your skills and strengthen your networks. Our dedicated placement officer can help you find an internship that suits your interests, across communication, media, public relations, journalism, digital media and more. Griffith has one of the broadest ranges of internships available, so you’ll have the chance to hone your skills, build a professional portfolio and make valuable contacts while you’re studying.
Griffith interns have covered everything from the Commonwealth Games, international summits with world leaders, surfing competitions with sporting superstars, and four-day music festivals, with many securing jobs as a result of their internships.
Study social science at Griffith
Harness critical thinking and problem solving skills
The interdisciplinary nature of social science means you will develop a well-rounded understanding of human behavior and society, building skills in areas such as policy development, data analysis, communications, social research and advocacy.
You will be equipped to understand and help solve the biggest problems facing our modern, high-tech world, and contribute to building more just, equitable, and inclusive societies.
If you’re fascinated by human behaviour but don’t want to be a psychologist, or are intrigued by science and how things work, but aren't interested in lab work, a career in social science could be for you.
Study TESOL at Griffith
Bring Griffith's knowledge and expertise in teaching English to classrooms across the world in as little as six months.
Your qualification prepares you for a professional career in English language teaching, with excellent practical skills to teach speakers of other languages. If you want to kick-start your career quickly, you can opt to study an accelerated version of the Graduate Certificate in TESOL. At Griffith we offer flexible study modes. TESOL is offered full-time, part-time and on-campus at Nathan, and is also offered online. You can start in February, July or October. Whether you study a Graduate Certificate in TESOL or our Master of TESOL, you'll receive hands-on, specialist training to understand and adapt to the learning challenges faced by learners of English.
You'll be introduced to the structure of language and how linguists describe it. You'll examine the nature of language learning with reference to current theories of language acquisition and applied linguistics. You’ll learn about assessment, curriculum development and how technology is used in language teaching. You can learn about research in the area of TESOL, how to analyse discourse, how and why English functions as a global language, and more. You may also choose to write a supervised research dissertation, and take a teaching practice internship. By the end you will be prepared to work in the global English language teaching industry in a range of contexts and situations.
You can apply for credit for your existing qualifications and industry experience. Plus you can begin studying in any trimester.
Our TESOL programs are informed by the most current research in applied linguistics, language learning and language teacher training, and taught by experienced, award-winning leaders in their fields.
Where will a Master of TESOL take you?
Well-trained TESOL teachers are highly sought after as the demand for English language learning around the world continues to grow.
Study Islam-West relations at Griffith
Learn from leading academics in the field
Our teaching staff are recognised nationally as leaders in research, including Associate Professor Halim Rane, who was named Australian Teacher of the Year 2015.
You’ll learn about Islamic beliefs and practices, origins and history, and sacred scripture. You’ll also examine the most complex debates within Islam and the West today, including contemporary Muslim thought, Islamic law, human rights, democracy, integration, jihad and conflict in the context of Islam-West relations.
You’ll have the opportunity to undertake short term study tours to the Muslim-majority countries of Malaysia, Turkey and Morocco. Held over the third trimester, the Muslim Study Tour involves activities including special lectures at partner institutions and visits to historical sites and popular tourist attractions. You will also gain credit towards your degree.
Griffith Tax Clinic provides free assistance to the community to navigate the tax system. The student-run clinic provides advice from accounting, finance and economics taxation students under the supervision of experienced tax practitioners
The clinic provides students the opportunity to engage in case work directly relevant to their chosen career.
Student Management Investment Fund
The Student Investment Fund provides finance students with access to Queensland’s largest student-managed investment fund, totalling $250,000. Finance students can analyse, evaluate and invest in socially responsible, ASXlisted companies. Proceeds support our Student Bursaries.
AACSB accredited
Griffith Business School is an accredited member of AACSB International which means our business degrees are internationally recognised for excellence and outstanding business education. It’s the most prestigious accreditation a business school can earn.
Put theory into practice
When you study commerce at Griffith, you'll learn from lecturers who are members of peak industry bodies with expertise gained through extensive qualifications, industry experience and ongoing research. Through our cutting-edge trading rooms, you will have access to state-of-the-art Refinitiv Workspace Terminals, an integrated platform that streams together price data, financials, news and trading data. You’ll also have the opportunity to build your own network and skills through industry internships, visits from professional firms and simulation activities with renowned organisations.
Study photography at Griffith
Interrogate and challenge the meaning of the image, notions of authorship, and the medium itself, through speculative, innovative and informed practice.
Led by internationally recognised experts in the fields of lens-based practice, curatorial practice and critical theory, students will receive a grounding in historical and current lens-based practices (still and moving images), complemented by an exploration of the philosophical underpinnings of the medium and the subjects it addresses.
Study in a creative and collaborative environment with access to cutting-edge facilities. You’ll engage in learning activities that are structured to develop your own critical understandings of photography’s dynamic role in influencing the world around us, and you’ll gain insights around harnessing that knowledge to shape and enhance your own individual practice.
Lay the foundation for success
As a major in the Bachelor of Visual Arts, your photography studies provide the opportunity for in-field study in a variety of locations.
We’re proud to deliver an outstanding education that supports our students in facing the future with confidence, competence and the knowledge and skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Practical experience
Take up exciting work placements to build your portfolio and cultivate important industry contacts and networks and learn about professional photographic-quality printing through our LiveImage commercial arm. You can also gain credit towards your Visual Arts degree while enjoying exciting cultural experiences and advancing your professional skills on an international study tour.
Exhibitions and artist talks
Throughout your degree you will have the opportunity to attend on-campus exhibitions, guest lectures, master classes and artist talks. You will also have the chance to exhibit and sell your work in our Queensland College of Art and Design galleries.
Double degree
The Bachelor of Visual Arts/Bachelor of Business double degree enables you to refine your creative craft and artistic vision along with developing practical business skills. You’ll graduate with core competencies such as critical and analytical thinking, business communication and decision-making. Gain skills in your chosen practice and learn how to effectively and efficiently manage creative ventures from a business perspective.
Study languages at Griffith
Language skills can add an important extra dimension to your resume, and our degree prepares you for success in an increasingly multilingual global arena. At Griffith, you'll have the opportunity to develop proficiency in the language of your choice. You'll also explore English from a cross-cultural perspective, as well as developing an understanding of additional national languages of Southeast Asia.
As Australia’s closest trading partner and the second-largest economy in the world, China is at the core of what has been dubbed the ‘Asian Century’. And now, more than ever, a keen understanding of Chinese culture and language is an invaluable asset, both in business and the job market.
Whether you want a career in finance, law, tourism or trade, speaking Chinese will arm you with a competitive edge that will help you to capitalise on the wide range of opportunities available both locally and internationally.
At Griffith, you’ll learn from highly experienced teachers about this economic superpower, harnessing their knowledge to become an effective communicator and develop the tools you’ll need to excel, no matter where your career takes you.
Use our language pathways tool to discover where you’re best placed to begin your Chinese studies at Griffith.
From art and architecture to music and literature, Italian culture has had a profound and lasting influence on the world. Immerse yourself in the language of this incredible country, through Queensland’s only tertiary Italian program available both online and face-to-face.
Whether you’re a beginner or intermediate or undertaking an elective or a major, you’ll enjoy engaging, highly interactive learning opportunities, focused around developing your communication skills both in and out of class. These include talking to fellow students, experiencing language and culture in local Italian communities and even living and working in Italy while earning credit towards your degree or diploma.
Use our language pathways tool to discover where you’re best placed to begin your Italian studies at Griffith.
Griffith [offered] the course that was best aligned with my motivations, perspectives, and desire to learn.
After graduating from a Bachelor of Journalism in her home country of Brazil, Lissara moved to Australia to travel and work. It was during this gap year that she decided to return to study, undertaking a Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics at Griffith.
‘After a lot of research, I decided Griffith could offer me the course that was best aligned with my motivations, perspectives, and desire to learn. I think everyone should be able to have time to think about their real-life goals, their passions, the things that move them, and to have an opportunity to go after them. That’s what Griffith means to me.’
Japan has always been a vital part of Griffith's academic curriculum and international network. Japanese studies were among our first course offerings and have consistently been some of our most popular.
When you choose to study Japanese at Griffith, you’ll gain access to an unparalleled array of exchange and collaborative programs, as well as a team of award-winning, highly experienced teaching staff.
We partner with 17 Japanese institutions, offering you unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to immerse yourself in the language and culture, while also building the in-depth communication skills you’ll need to unlock career paths across Australia, Japan and the globe.
Use our language pathways tool to discover where you’re best placed to begin your Japanese studies at Griffith.
The range of subjects and materials that we were able to study were incredibly varied.
Pursuing a lifelong interest in languages, and with dreams of teaching English overseas, AJ enrolled in a Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics at Griffith. Alongside the broad foundational knowledge needed for a career in languages, this program also offered AJ the opportunity to practice their teaching skills directly in the classroom.
‘I found that the range of subjects and materials that we were able to study within my degree were incredibly varied and yet all still related to my goals in one way or another. I was often spoiled for choice with what to study for the next trimester.’
As the second-most spoken language in the world and the official language of 20 countries, Spanish can unlock a wealth of opportunities, culturally, professionally and personally.
Our award-winning teaching staff has developed an innovative, personalised approach to learning, focused on empowering you with the skills needed to communicate in real-life situations. That’s why after two years of focused study, you can look forward to taking your degree abroad in one of our partner universities, either in Spain or Latin America.
Closer to home, Spanish also opens an array of avenues for learning, self-expression, and community-building, including interacting with local Spanish-speaking communities and accessing Hispanic music, theatre, film and literature in its most authentic form.
Use our language pathways tool to discover where you’re best placed to begin your Spanish studies at Griffith.
One of the world’s major diplomatic languages—as well as the official or administrative language of organisations including the European Union, IOC and United Nations—French is spoken by more than 220 million people across the globe, from North America to Africa and Europe.
When you enrol to study French, you’ll be engaging with a rich linguistic and cultural legacy that spans across time and geography, as well as learning a set of highly sought-after and transferable skills, including intercultural understanding, communication and analysis.
With diverse academic interests, including film, cultural studies, philosophy and computer-assisted language learning, our teaching staff offer a broad range of opportunities for you to develop specialist interests and knowledge.
Spoken by more than 195 million people across the world, either as a first or second language, German has countless applications, both career-wise and culturally.
Germany is one of Australia’s most important trading partners, and German-speaking countries account for a substantial percentage of our inbound tourist market. That makes a knowledge of German an asset in a number of professional fields, including trade and manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, diplomacy, the media, teaching, the arts and the public service.
Choose from the most diverse and comprehensive range of university-level German subjects available in Queensland, informed by a broad base of academic interests including film studies, contemporary society and literature.
With more than 250 million speakers, Indonesian is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. And as one of Australia’s closest neighbours, joined by strong strategic and cultural ties, its importance to our and the region’s economy cannot be overstated.
When you enrol to study Indonesian, you’re positioning yourself to capitalise on a wide range of career opportunities in diverse fields including business management, mining, environment, research, diplomacy, government, law, commerce and tourism.
As a Malay-based language, Indonesian will also open doors in three other South East Asian countries: Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, offering further possibilities for both work and independent travel.
With the third-largest economy in Asia and 11th-largest in the world, Korea is a major player on the regional and world stages. It’s also the third-largest destination market for Australian exports, making it a close economic and strategic partner too.
By choosing to earn a qualification in Korean, you’ll be opening up a wide range of career opportunities with prospective employers, including airlines, hotel chains, resorts, sporting and cultural facilities and tourist agencies. Graduates with knowledge of Korean are also highly sought after in public sector roles, particularly in foreign affairs and trade.
An interest in all things Asian led Bachelor of Arts in Languages and Linguistics honours student Matthew Sue Yek to major in the Korean language. It was working as a pastry chef with Korean co-workers that sparked his interest in the language. In his second year of study Matthew travelled to Seoul, Korea where he spent a summer semester immersing himself in the country’s language and culture.
‘Being able to meet and interact with Korean students and teachers was a fantastic experience and inspired to me to continue with my studies. Seeing the language in action helped me learn very quickly. There’s a real sense of community at Griffith. The lecturers are passionate about the language and helping students do their best.’
From artistic, architectural and philosophical masterpieces to the foundational myths that have inspired centuries of human storytelling, the Greek language has an inescapable influence that still resonates today.
When you study Modern Greek, you’re engaging with a rich linguistic tradition that traces back to the very source of much of the Western world’s cultural heritage. Beyond the historical, Modern Greek is equally relevant in a variety of professional contexts.
Graduates with a knowledge of Modern Greek will have a competitive edge in a range of career paths, including government and social services, education telecommunications, international relations and information technology.
You can study the Diploma of Languages along with any bachelor degree. With this option, you’ll be able to continue learning a language taken at school, or start a new language as a beginner, while also gaining a degree in another area. If you choose the Diploma of Languages in addition to your bachelor degree, you’ll enhance your employment opportunities throughout the world. Alternatively, if you are not enrolled in a degree at Griffith University, you can study just the Diploma of Languages.
You can specialise in one or more of the following languages:
The opportunities I’ve had through Griffith and the support I received from lecturers has been life-changing.
Diploma of Languages graduate Phoebe Atkinson ignited her passion for languages at Griffith. Making the most of opportunities presented during her studies, Phoebe completed several internships in Japan and was awarded a New Colombo Plan Scholarship. She went on to secure an internship with the public diplomacy department of the Australian Embassy in Tokyo.
‘The opportunities I’ve had through Griffith, and the support I received from lecturers, has been life-changing. It was really exciting to use my Japanese language skills in a professional capacity.’ she says. ‘I really liked the flexibility of my degree and I would absolutely recommend studying a language at Griffith—it has opened up a whole new world for me.’
Phoebe Atkinson
Diploma of Languages
The world of communication opens up for you
Personal and professional possibilities
Boost your employability and be exposed to new perspectives and perceptions. With a range of languages and linguistics courses to explore, Griffith opens the door for you to engage across societies and cultures as an informed and adaptable global citizen. Our award-winning lecturers are language experts with years of teaching experience.
Succeed with individual attention and support
You'll learn and quickly grow your skills in an interactive, lively classroom setting. With small class sizes, you’ll receive individual attention. Whatever your level of skill, you’ll find courses that suit you. Explore, in the most fundamental way, how we create knowledge and value, and better understand the world.
Study trips and exchanges make the world your classroom
Griffith offers flexible and international learning experiences. You’ll have access to a range of internships and overseas travel experiences to enhance your knowledge, skills and networks. Short study trips or guided exchange trips will heighten your appreciation of other cultures. You can also spend up to a year studying and travelling in another country, while earning credit through Griffith's Global Mobility program.
Flexible options to suit your circumstances
In addition to our languages or arts degree options, you can also study a language through a one year Diploma of Languages, which you can study alongside any other Griffith degree.
Prepare for a first-class career as a music teacher
Queensland Conservatorium is internationally recognised for its practice in music pedagogy, curriculum and assessment. As a music professional already working in the field, studying our Graduate Certificate in Music Studies or a Master of Music Studies will enable you to take your teaching career to the highest level.
You'll study the nature of learning and teaching, explore current innovative methods in the studio setting, and apply this learning to your own development, both as performer and teacher. You'll also have the opportunity to present your work to the public, whether in recitals, print or electronic media.
Professional development short courses
Our one or two day short course workshops for midwives and nurses can provide CPD points to keep your qualification current. They are also an excellent way to sample our postgraduate programs. Courses are offered across a Trimester and students will receive 10 credit points upon successful completion of the course.
Our oceans cover 70 per cent of the surface of the earth and are some of the most poorly understood ecosystems on the planet. This massive natural resource is also under constant pressures of our modern, coastal society. With complex issues such as global climate change, food production, tourism, oil, gas and mineral extraction, and waste management, the need for highly trained and specialised marine science professionals continues to grow.
The Bachelor of Marine Science has a broad interdisciplinary approach, encompassing biology, chemistry and quantitative physical science. In your second and third years, you have the opportunity to specialise in: Coastal physical science, Coastal resources management, Marine chemical sciences, or Marine ecology.
Study with Queensland’s #1 university for Computer Science
Combine the fundamental principles underpinning computer science with practical technology development skills in our premier technology degree, the Bachelor of Computer Science. You will learn how to create the future, equipped to work across many different platforms to solve complex problems with intelligent systems and software.
You’ll study intelligent systems, software development, data mining and data analytics and gain skills in communication, leadership, innovative thinking and ethical practice. What’s more, you will have the opportunity to develop entrepreneurial thinking through Griffith’s business accelerator space, giving you the skills needed to create your own start-up.
Play your part in protecting our marine ecosystems
Our oceans cover 70 per cent of the surface of the earth and are some of the most poorly understood ecosystems on the planet. This massive natural resource is also under constant pressures of our modern, coastal society. With complex issues such as global climate change, food production, tourism, oil, gas and mineral extraction, and waste management, the need for highly trained and specialised marine science professionals continues to grow.
Griffith's Bachelor of Marine Science has a broad interdisciplinary approach, encompassing biology, chemistry and quantitative physical science. With a focus on practical experience you will build your knowledge and understanding of ocean ecosystems, in and out of the classroom.
Lauren King
Griffith Psychology Graduate
For student Lauren King, the chance to study psychology at Griffith has been a gift after moving from her hometown of Albury, NSW and being offered a Griffith scholarship. 'I had always dreamed of studying psychology in a warm coastal environment once school was finished, but I was also concerned about the financial implications as I knew that I would have to support myself,' she said. 'I was really keen to get up to Queensland and knew that I would be able to make a success of things, whatever happened. It just so happened that the letter from Griffith came on the day I was leaving!'
Yasmin Atwani
Bachelor of Education
Education graduate Yasmin Atwani didn’t speak a word of English when she started school, but went on to attain an OP1 and win a scholarship to Griffith to pursue her dream of becoming a teacher. In 2020 Yasmin won the Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER) Queensland Pre-Service Teacher Award, an award recognising the best and brightest teachers of tomorrow.
Yasmin chose Griffith because of its reputation as a global leader in education and the hands-on opportunities offered during the degree.
“Griffith has an immersive, real-world focus and it also offers opportunities to grow beyond the degree through programs like the Griffith Honours College. I’m leaving Griffith with a degree, but also a network of colleagues and mentors that will continue to shape my identity for years to come.'
Sustain the natural environment and its resources through engineering
You'll develop knowledge and skills in planning, designing and managing projects associated with environmental protection. You'll graduate with an understanding of complex environmental problems and gain the engineering knowledge, competence and design skills needed to develop solutions to manage urban waste (including e-waste), land, water and wastewater. You'll also be prepared for work in air quality monitoring and control roles.
Environmental engineering is your pathway to helping sustain the natural environment and its resources in a modern society through engineering.
Bring your designs to life with cutting edge skills and technology
Industrial Design brings engineering and design together, combining engineering principles, creative thinking, digital media and digital manufacturing. You'll develop advanced 3D computer modelling skills and will use advanced technologies, including 3D printing, right from your first year of study.
Imagine the future. Then build it
Many of the buildings and physical infrastructures in our modern society are made possible by civil engineers. Civil engineers provide a major contribution to society by supporting the design and development of essential services, and by managing and improving the built environment. By studying civil engineering, you will develop your knowledge in the planning, design, construction and management of buildings and infrastructure such as: roads, bridges, rail networks, irrigation, drainage and flood mitigation systems, airports, water and wastewater treatment plants, port and harbours, coastal defence and management systems, commercial buildings and residential houses. If you want a career creating tomorrow's cities, then this major is for you.
The Griffith MBA: Creating leaders like no others
Leadership: it's there in every MBA. But this isn’t every MBA. With each subject built on core values necessary for success in a sustainable, equitable economy, the Griffith MBA is like no other.
This is the world’s leading sustainable MBA. These are the leaders the world needs right now—leaders for a brighter future.
Lauren Schleger
Griffith rehabilitation counselling graduate
Lauren Schleger grew up in Kingaroy, a small town three hours north of Brisbane, where she heard stories about her mother, Janet, changing lives through her role in child protection.
Those stories inspired Lauren to follow in Janet’s footsteps by studying a Bachelor of Counselling at Griffith University. Lauren says she is driven by a desire to help people live happy and fulfilling lives. It’s why she took on the degree.Griffith has taught me foundational skills that I can build upon in the workforce.
The best way to learn about the natural world is to get among it. Our science degrees get you out of the classroom to gain the experience employers want.
Discover the underpinnings of the world we inhabit and drive positive change by pursuing one of our specialised science degrees or enrolling in our Bachelor of Science, which offers a choice of 11 different majors. Whichever degree you pick, you'll receive expert guidance from renowned professionals as you learn in cutting-edge facilities and participate in industry and research placements.
Undertake extensive lab work, field research and internships while you study so you can graduate ready for your career. We offer a range of employability programs, including final-year projects, that enable you to gain practical experience through collaborations with industry partners. This will equip you with the skills necessary for a variety of careers, whether you plan to solve environmental crises, advance medical research or otherwise leave the world a better place than we found it.
With our science degrees, you’re not just learning about the world; you’re gaining the skills to transform it. Discover what a career in science offers.
Unlocking the truth through forensic science
Griffith's forensic science degree is the only specialist degree of this type offered in Queensland.
When you study Forensic Science at Griffith, you will explore science in real life and receive training in handling criminal casework in forensic biology and forensic chemistry.
Study jazz at Griffith
Master voice teacher helps create world class singers
Become more fluent in this complex form
Learn from the best
Our highly acclaimed teaching staff will prepare you for a competitive career in music and help you achieve high levels of musical literacy.
You will benefit from the expert teaching, training and support of our dedicated jazz lecturers. They are nationally established musicians with international connections to the New York, Boston, London, Toronto, Tokyo and Montreal music scenes, where they often tour. Several are also experienced in other genres, such as north and south Indian, country, classical music, Brazilian or Afro-Cuban.
You have the freedom to specialise in voice, piano, guitar, drums, bass, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, vibes, flute, violin or clarinet. You will have the opportunity to perform in the Conservatorium's premier ensemble, The Con Artists, or play regular gigs at leading Brisbane venues. In jazz music performance, there's an inherent link between improvisation and composition and you will be supported in achieving a high level of performance excellence.
You will learn to be versatile, as you acquire a technical foundation on your individual instrument that allows you to speak the language of jazz freely. You will develop a respect for other musical styles that encourages you to develop as a creative, innovative musician into the future.
Study suicide prevention and suicidology online
Suicide is the worst of all human tragedies, yet most suicide deaths are preventable. The study of suicide and suicidal behaviours presents a formidable challenge for all researchers, given the many complexities that characterise their causes and phenomenology.
Biology, sociology, psychology and psychiatry are just the starting points of an extraordinary journey through the suicidal mind in which elements like culture, traditions, religious beliefs, ethical and philosophical issues are all important players.
Griffith offers world-leading postgraduate programs in suicide prevention studies and suicidology to provide you with scientifically based and theoretical knowledge to deal with suicide in an academic, policy or practical context.
Career outcomes
Graduate with the skills to compose your career
The career roadmap for our graduates often includes performing before a variety of audiences in numerous types of venues
As a professional, you'll be able to use the wide-ranging analytical, technical, creative and conceptual skills acquired in your degree to great advantage. Alongside our star alumni, you'll find your place on the world stage working in areas that include:
Freelance professional musician
Member of jazz groups
Teacher at primary, secondary or tertiary level or in a private studio
Film industry scoring soundtracks
Session musician
Composer and arranger
Arts administrator
Develop specialist software skills to present powerful forms of visual information through motion graphics and visual effects
Visualisation considers the multidisciplinary aspects of static, interactive, virtual and augmented media technologies and explores their application in areas such as architecture, medicine and healthcare, science, games and entertainment. Alongside design theories, processes and methods, you'll master software for digital 3D modelling, simulation and presentation.
You'll investigate innovative design strategies and develop critical and creative thinking tools for problem solving. Acquiring these visualisation skills will enable you to respond to contemporary design challenges.
Our world-class facilities and research provide an edge
The $150 million Griffith Health Centre on our Gold Coast campus operates over the road from the 750-bed Gold Coast University Hospital and a new 250-bed private hospital. It's a unique environment in which to gain unrivalled clinical experiences. Our industry-leading research in many areas of medical science informs our degree content, helping to produce forward-thinking graduates ready to make their mark in a healthcare career.
Master the power of the screen
What we see on our screens shapes our opinions and informs our desires. Whether it's YouTube, a historical documentary or high rating television drama, a creative vision unfolding on screen has tremendous power to entertain, astonish, inform and disrupt.
Your screen studies degree at Griffith focuses on the key aspects of today's rapidly changing media and screen industries.
Apply your expertise to understand, prevent and control infection and disease
Learn more about the growing threats of healthcare associated infection and communicable diseases in our specialist infection prevention and control programs.
These programs prepare graduates for advanced practice, equipping you with the skills to design, implement and evaluate infection prevention and control programs in clinical and non-clinical settings around the world.
Study acting at Griffith
The Bachelor of Acting will unlock your imagination, encourage curiosity and build resilience. This degree is only offered to a small number of high quality performers and is designed around four key pillars: core craft; context; repertoire; and industry engagement.
You'll draw inspiration from the most highly regarded actor training models around the world, and share some subjects with students in the acclaimed Bachelor of Musical Theatre. Under the direction of renowned teachers and performers, you will undertake intensive training in acting, voice and speech, singing, movement and dance. You will be exposed to a range of genres and undertake ensemble work, collaborative laboratories, industry-led workshops and public performances.
Drama training is essential for the development and encouragement of young performers, and this course supplies the skills and knowledge to build and sustain a successful career. The University offers the chance to work with dedicated and experienced tutors and in superb facilities. This is a wonderful opportunity for those determined to follow their dream.
An actor needs discipline, dedication and determination to succeed in a competitive industry. We all continue to learn throughout our working lives but I applaud Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University for creating a new course designed to give emerging talent a sound grounding to start their career.
Joanna Lumley
OBE, FRGS
Photo: Rankin
Explore your passion for biological science
Griffith is the perfect place to take the next step in your career, with a range of specialities to choose from including theoretical and applied science, such as biochemistry and marine biology, through to new interdisciplinary fields such as bioinformatics.
You'll study core science courses as well as choose a major that suits your interests and career plans. You'll learn from experts in their field, and undertake laboratory work in state-of-the-art facilities or in the field. In your final year, you can participate in industry internships to gain employment-relevant experience.
Joyce Odokopira
Griffith Social Work Graduate
Joyce Odokopira was a refugee with her sisters in Kenya before being relocated to Brisbane in 2003. She recently completed a Bachelor of Social Work at Griffith's Logan campus. `Now I have a chance to complete my degree and give back to the community—maybe by working with refugees or in child protection.'
Turn your love of sport into a career
Imagine turning your passion for sports into a fulfilling and exciting career. Sport is central to the Australian lifestyle, and if you're keen to help organise, manage and promote this industry, studying sport management is the ideal option for you.
With a degree from Griffith, you'll develop specialist knowledge of the sport industry combined with solid business skills to enable you to manage professional and not-for-profit sport organisations, athletes, sporting events and more.
Career outcomes
It is expected that this program will interface with Griffith Film School, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse and other local and national performing arts companies. Discussions are also underway with interstate and overseas academies and international providers. You will emerge highly skilled in acting and performance and ready for a career on stage or on screen, including (but not limited to) theatre, television and film.
Applications by audition process.
Educating aviators for over 25 years
Over the past 25 years Griffith has built an international reputation for graduates that are industry ready through our innovative approach to aviation education. You'll be equipped with the skills needed for lifelong learning in the evolving aviation environment, and introduced to the sciences underpinning the theory and practice of aviation. You'll also study courses in areas such as aviation management, navigation and planning.
Chemistry is at the heart of every facet of life.
Chemistry has a role in almost every aspect of our lives. The influence of chemical science ranges from the design of new drugs, to curing diseases, to the development of self-cleaning materials, to the advanced dyes and plastics used in Australia's $20 note.
During this course you will gain an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of chemistry as it applies to other sciences such as forensic, biological, physics and the materials sciences. Along the way you might choose to study broadly or to specialise in your area of interest.
Become a leader of the future
Undertaking security studies will develop your skills to understand what makes humans feel secure or insecure, and how these threats can be tackled and prevented in the future.
At Griffith our program is structured to explore world issues from human rights to economic development, war, security threats, peace and the wider challenges and opportunities that globalisation brings.
Choose a career that matches your passion for health, exercise and sport
Griffith is one of Australia’s foremost universities in the delivery of exercise science and sport degrees, and is ranked #42 globally in Sports-Related Subjects*
Our degrees are designed to prepare graduates for current exercise and sport environments through a combination of coursework and supervised clinical placements.
On successful completion of your degree, you'll be eligible to apply for registration from Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and will be well equipped to work in a variety of exercise-related fields.
*2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject
Study with Australia's No.1 ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery*
Develop your skills through real world experience
The Griffith nursing degree is a contemporary, comprehensive program taught by dedicated professionals at Australia's No. 1* ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery, which is also ranked 3rd* in the world. Studying here, you’ll learn in and out of the classroom, gaining hands-on experience through placements in community health organisations and hospitals.
Financial support will soon be available during your practical placement through the Commonwealth Prac Payment, July 2025. Learn more about the payment and how it can support you on your journey to becoming a nurse.
Our students have undertaken their placements across a range of healthcare faculties in Brisbane and South-East Queensland, as well as many rural and remote areas such as Alice Springs, Charleville and Thursday Island, and with the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Benefit from our industry connections
Our experienced, highly-awarded teaching staff have industry contacts who know what employers are looking for in new graduates. We regularly review our degrees with the nursing profession to ensure the degree you complete is innovative, challenging and relevant. As a Bachelor of Nursing graduate, you may also be eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
5-Star Rated
Nursing at Griffith is rated 5-stars for Learning Resources, Overall Experience, Skills Development, Student Support and Teaching Quality by the Good Universities Guide 2024, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
Gain deeper insight from our cutting edge research
As one of the country’s leading research universities, we're focused on creating a healthy future for Australia and the world. Our ground breaking research in nursing practice informs our degrees, giving our students new insights into the promotion of healthy living and treatment of chronic conditions.
*Tied position, 2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
Heidi Neil
Griffith nutrition and dietetics graduate
Looking after the nutrition and dietary needs of patients with a variety of conditions is all in a day's work for dietitian Heidi Neil. Heidi was selected for the New Graduate Dietitian position at Mater Hospital in Brisbane after graduating with a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics with Honours. 'Here I provide nutrition support, education and counselling for a variety of conditions. I really enjoyed studying my degree, right from foundation health year learning about anatomy and physiology and biological systems. The second half of my final year involved 20 weeks of professional placement, where I then put all the theoretical knowledge I learned over the four years at Griffith into practice. I saw a wide variety of cases in different healthcare settings, which made the transition into my new graduate position a little less daunting.'
Career outcomes
Recognised around the world
The qualifications you earn as a Griffith nursing graduate will be recognised and highly sought after by healthcare providers in Australia and overseas.
Our graduates are employed in a range of occupations and industries. Nurses undertake important roles in hospitals, medical centres, aged care facilities and community healthcare clinics in urban, rural and remote settings.
You'll also be prepared for work in schools, the travel industry, with drug and alcohol service providers, and in sporting clubs or research organisations.
You may also be eligible to apply to our postgraduate nursing degrees, which focus on critical care, acute care and emergency nursing.
Elevate your career and develop the skills and confidence to plan, coordinate and improve healthcare services.
For health services to operate effectively, it’s key for organisations and staff to stay up to date with technology, systems, equipment and care delivery practices. That’s why our health services management masters degrees and graduate certificates apply the latest theory to real industry challenges. They’re also structured for maximum flexibility—with the option to learn full-time, part-time or even fully online—so you can fit learning around your work and family life.
Graduate ready for the next phase of your career—whether that’s at the forefront of health leadership, running your own business or the next step up the management ladder. You’ll be prepared to demonstrate your expertise across the industry—in primary and community care, private and public hospitals, policy development or health service planning.
Solve the problems of tomorrow.
Discover the fundamental underpinnings of the world we inhabit by pursuing a post graduate degree with Griffith. You'll receive expert guidance from renowned professionals in cutting-edge facilities and have the opportunity to participate in industry and research placements.
Our research initiatives are dedicated to discovering new treatments for cancer and infectious diseases, as well as exploring alternative sources of energy to sustain our society. Our experts are also working on innovative methods for managing our waterways and enhancing food production.
Study medicine at Griffith
Get ready to improve health, wellbeing and lives
Griffith’s Doctor of Medicine has a strong emphasis on developing communication skills and aims to equip you with an understanding of the science of medicine.
Most of your learning on-campus will occur in small group settings such as problem-based learning tutorials and clinical skills laboratories. These are combined with clinical placements starting from the second month of your degree, in hospitals and community groups one day per week.
This continues into your second year, which will include placements with GPs. In your final two years, clinical placements are more extensive ranging from rural hospitals through to the state-of- the-art Gold Coast University Hospital located across from the Griffith campus. The emphasis will be on developing your clinical skills, patient management and professional behaviour.
In your final year you’ll also have the opportunity to undertake an overseas elective, such as working with United Nations aid programs in developing countries, or attending various centres of excellence around the world such as Harvard Medical School.
Learn in smaller class sizes with accessible, award-winning lecturers
The School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences offers you a wonderful opportunity to learn about pharmacy and pharmacology and toxicology in a world class environment. You'll have the use of outstanding facilities such as a professional practice laboratory with model dispensary and a dedicated formulations lab, and aseptic dispensing unit. You'll learn from practising pharmacists and research-active staff.
Our Pharmacy degree will provide you with the training and tools necessary to go on to your pharmacy internship.
New ways of learning about pharmacy
In what's believed to be a world first in pharmacy education, Griffith has developed virtual learning environments. Without leaving the classroom, you can immerse yourself and interact with filmed settings including hospital and community pharmacies.
A new degree for more opportunities
Australia's first Pharmacology and Toxicology degree is a new pathway to a future in some of the world's biggest industries. Learn about the effects drugs and poisons have on tissues and organs, and how to develop new medicines — ideal for those who enjoy chemistry and biology.
Major in one of five fields, to work in areas like environmental toxicology, drug discovery or pharmaceutical marketing, or study a double degree with law or business.
Clinical placements in metropolitan, rural, international and industrial environments are an integral part of your learning experience, arranged in conjunction with over 400 partners.
If you have an interest in the environment and how best to solve the challenges ahead, a Griffith environmental science degree will give you the knowledge, skills and experience to play your part in the future. With a range of majors to choose from, you can study what you are passionate about. And then take that expertise into your workplace, into your new career or even through to further research.
Throughout your studies learn how the various sciences and the environment are related, and how to use this knowledge to solve and manage environmental problems. You'll study and investigate key issues in biodiversity, land and water sustainability, renewable energy, energy conservation, carbon capture and emission management, sustainable building design, urban planning, public health and well-being, economic development, triple bottom line analysis, and environmental, national and international treaty law.
Career outcomes
Primed for multiple opportunities
Graduates of our program will normally be eligible for limited registration and will receive full registration by Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency when they've successfully completed a subsequent one year internship in the Australian hospital system.
Medical practitioners work in:
Private practice
Government organisations and public health
Academia/teaching
Medical research
Aid organisations
or a combination of these areas
Some of the specialist career opportunities available to graduates are
Accident and emergency doctor
Anesthesiologist
Cardiologist
Dermatologist
General practitioner
Gynaecologist
Histopathologist
Intensive care specialist
Medical administrator
Medical educator
Medical research
Microbiologist (haematology)
Neurologist
Obstetrician
Ophthalmologist
Pediatrician
Pathologist
Radiologist
Sexual health specialist
Sports medicine specialist
Surgeon (general surgery, neurosurgery, plastic surgery etc)
Career outcomes
Excellent employment success
Griffith Pharmacy graduates are held in very high regard, with a reputation for being more work ready, with more real-life work knowledge.
You'll be very well prepared for a career in:
Community and hospital pharmacy
Medication management
You'll also have career opportunities in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutraceutical and related industries (in areas like management, sales, marketing, business development, and government regulatory agencies).
Our Bachelor of Pharmacology and Toxicology degree has a strong jobs and industry focus. As a graduate, you'll be prepared for professional employment in such areas as:
Regulatory scientist
Pharmaceutical sales representative
Medical science liaison
Clinical trials monitor
Pharmacy technician
Laboratory support technician
Environmental scientist
Formulation chemist
Join an exciting and dynamic industry
Successful marketing professionals are paid to think differently. Marketing is more than just advertising and selling, it's about finding creative solutions to customer problems. Whether it's a charity trying to raise donations or a multinational company wanting to increase monthly sales, marketing plays a central role. You can choose our new Bachelor of Advanced Digital Marketing and Analytics (Honours) or select a Marketing major in our Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) degrees.
If you're creative, analytical, a good communicator and a quick thinker, marketing is a great career for you. At Griffith, you'll learn about identifying and understanding a market, consumer behaviour, communication, digital analytics, and how to develop strategies for staying ahead of competitors. You'll also learn to innovate, challenge conventions and be forward-thinking so you can navigate the future of world of work and business.
Build a career with impact
Get set for a global engineering career with a degree that opens doors worldwide and has been Queensland’s No. 1 for engineering for the past five years. Engineers are responsible for conceiving, designing and creating solutions that make a positive contribution to our world and help shape a better future. Choosing from degrees that span civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental, mechatronic and software engineering, you’ll be able to apply your scientific and mathematical knowledge to an area of your interest.
Engineer a more sustainable future from day one with project-based learning and industry placements that let you dive straight in and put theory into practice. Plus, in our new Bachelor of Advanced Engineering (Honours), you can kick-start your career and access over 900 hours of paid experience before you graduate.
Study with Australia's No.1 ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery*
Griffith offers Australia's leading midwifery program. Our graduates are highly sought after and employed in hospitals and health centres all over the world. As the only university in Australia with two professors of midwifery (indicating our commitment to your academic and professional development), Griffith is also Australia's No. 1 ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery in Australia, and 3rd in the world*.
Our graduates are sought after and employed in hospitals and health centres all over the world.
A large number of our students are of mature age and people changing careers. We understand the pressures involved in achieving work/life balance, so we go the extra mile so you’ll have the best possible chance to succeed.
Our Bachelor of Midwifery degree blends online learning with two-week intensive blocks on campus each semester. You’ll learn from expert midwives in midwifery laboratories that simulate the clinical environment. You’ll also undertake midwifery clinical experience through extensive placements in health services involving morning, evening and night shifts.
Clinical Placements
You’ll also undertake midwifery clinical experience through extensive placements in health services involving morning, evening and night shifts.
Placements are available at a range of sites and partner hospitals, from the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast. In your third year, you may choose to complete a rural or international clinical placement.
You’ll participate in contemporary clinical placements and clinical tutorials supported by practice lecturers where you’ll have the opportunity to apply the skills taught and practiced in the clinical learning labs when working under the supervision of registered midwives.
You’ll follow 20 women throughout their pregnancy, birth and the six week period after birth. You’ll be required to be on call to attend the labour and birth.
Your clinical experience will be gained across a variety of settings and hospital services. You’ll be allocated to one main hospital or a private midwifery practice, where you’ll undertake 2–3 shifts per week across the 24-hour time span that women access care from midwives.
Financial support will soon be available during your practical placement through the Commonwealth Prac Payment, July 2025. Learn more about the payment and how it can support you on your journey to becoming a midwife.
You’ll graduate with a solid foundation of midwifery’s theoretical knowledge and practical applications.
5-Star Rated
Nursing at Griffith is rated 5-stars for Learning Resources, Overall Experience, Skills Development, Student Support and Teaching Quality by the Good Universities Guide 2024, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
*Tied position, 2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
Career outcomes
Capable, confident graduates can take their skills anywhere
Griffith midwifery graduates, with their highly developed knowledge and many clinical skills, are highly valued and in constant demand throughout Australia and overseas
You'll find opportunities for a rewarding, challenging career as a midwife in a range of public and private healthcare settings, including:
Private practice
Maternity and neonatal care settings
Academia
Teaching
Research
Rural remote health care
International aid organisations
Other employment opportunities can include research and policy development.
Lead in any industry
Top managers think, act and make decisions differently. It’s these attributes that make a great leader and Griffith has them down to a fine art. We’ll teach you how to be innovative, challenge conventions and apply a forward-thinking mindset while you learn to lead and contribute to a prosperous, equitable and sustainable future.
Tammie Usher
Griffith Human Services Graduate
A lifelong ambition was realised for Tammie Usher when she travelled to Bangalore as part of a Griffith University study trip involving human services and social work students. The Gateway to India project focused on social justice and community development in some of the city's poorest areas. 'I've come to university wanting a better life for me and my family. I've always had that passion for a better life, but now I want a career, not just a job. I know I'm on the right track.' Everybody has a right to be somebody. Everybody has a right to go somewhere in life.
Help create a brighter future
Today's business leaders need to balance the needs of business, communities and the environment. In an era where companies are regularly named and shamed for environmental or human rights abuses, companies are recognising that sustainable business practices can help them rise above the competition.
Corporate social responsibility and sustainability have emerged as global management priorities. A lack of commitment to these issues can result in increasing public scrutiny, with serious consequences for an organisation's future and its employees.
The School of Environment and Science on Griffith University's Brisbane (Nathan) campus offers distinctive undergraduate degrees covering the practice of biomolecular and biomedical science and medical diagnostics.
It also offers specialist postgraduate studies and research opportunities across a wide range of medical research fields.
The School of Natural Sciences has long been recognised as having some of Griffith's best teachers and innovative programs to ensure students reach their potential.
Sedelle Wagner
Bachelor of Music (Creative Music Technology)
Sedelle Wagner has combined a successful career in the music and film industries – working on videos for international stars like Adele and Calvin Harris, before moving into post-production on feature films, including the Marvel blockbuster, Wonder Woman.
'My time at the Con taught me how to collaborate with a range of creative people from various disciplines,' she said.
'There was a large network of support at the Con and the degree was a great opportunity to collaborate with a large talent pool - whether that was recording a song in the studio with a jazz student or learning from industry professionals in the classroom.'
Learn how to address major health issues
From disaster response to communicable disease management, pollution control to nutrition and hygiene, and school and workplace health, public health solutions reduce the pressure on our health systems and the impact on our environment.
Public health and health promotion aims to understand and act on factors that cause poor health, and those that create and sustain good health. Professionals in the sector operate on the basis that prevention is better than cure, focusing on the systems and practices that shape the health of nations, communities, individuals and the environments in which we live, work and play.
Study composition at Griffith
Develop the passion you want to spend your life pursuing
Being a composer is a combination of creative inspiration and tangible skills
Our program is structured to develop your potential and prepare you for work as a successful composer, with the musical and practical skills you'll need to embark on a professional musical career. You'll be given the opportunity to explore and engage with musical ideas and develop a substantial appreciation of the experience of creating, performing and listening critically. You'll be encouraged to improvise, equipping yourself with one of a composer's most important abilities.
Learn from the best
Queensland Conservatorium has music industry connections on a global scale. As you learn to apply your talents at a professional level, you'll draw on these outstanding resources, studying not only with accomplished Australian music educators and composers but also with visiting international artists.
Hear your work come to life
What was the last movie or television show you saw? Is the soundtrack or score vivid in your memory? Did you think 'I could do that?' The thrill of having your original work performed is what drives aspiring composers. Studying here, you'll have the opportunity to hear your compositions played live by the many ensembles and students of the Queensland Conservatorium.
Study psychology at Griffith
Outstanding teaching in a supportive learning environment
Learn from the best
Griffith is a leader in psychology education in Australia. If you are seeking to advance your knowledge and skills in psychology, our programs will help you achieve your ambitions.
Essential skills and knowledge
You’ll learn key foundational skills in our diploma and develop specialised skills in the bachelor, honours and postgraduate degrees. You’ll learn how to evaluate and understand tests that measure intellectual, behavioural and emotional states, and to apply psychological theories to areas such as thinking and perception, stress, health and group behaviour.
Study that works with your life
Create your study plan to fit with your work and family. With the flexibility to study in person, part-time or full-time, you have choices. With study intakes throughout the year combined with small class sizes and a supportive environment, there’s no better time to start at Griffith.
Pursue your interests with specialised study
We offer a range of degrees to help you pursue the career of your dreams. The Diploma of Psychological Science will give you the foundational skills and knowledge to be able to step into higher studies such as the Bachelor of Psychological Science, our most flexible degree. It’s the ideal choice to create a double degree in business, exercise science, law, criminology, mental health practice, or rehabilitation counselling to increase your career options.
If you are dedicated to taking the first step to becoming a psychologist or pursuing advanced research, the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) is the right pathway for you. Further study in the Master of Professional Psychology and Master of Clinical Psychology is needed to become a registered psychologist.
Your skills are valuable in a range of professions
Studying psychology gives you a broad range of transferable skills. Griffith graduates complete their studies with the training and experience to begin working straight away
Demand for counsellors and their skills is expected to grow strongly in Australia to November 2019* and the Bachelor of Counselling has been designed with input from frontline counselling agencies, including what they require in graduates.
Our other degrees will also give you a thorough grounding in how psychology applies to:
mental health
development and ageing
neuroscience
thinking and perceiving
personality
criminal activity
social relationships
working in organisations.
*Australian Government Job Outlook, March 2016.
Study Counselling at Griffith
Our Bachelor of Counselling was developed in consultation with industry and professional organisations working on the frontline of counselling services. So that graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills that we know employers are looking for. Counselling subjects are introduced early in the degree, so that you’ll be able to gauge if it’s really for you.
You’ll receive a large amount of hands-on experience, from your 350 hours of on-campus counselling training to when you get to apply that in placement opportunities. This is an excellent degree for those interested in psychology, but who want to start working sooner rather than spend the extra time required to study and eventually practise psychology. It's also ideal for those not wanting to undergo advanced studies in research and statistics. Students can start in any trimester (3 entry points) and spread their study load to suit themselves.
Employer Demand
Demand for counsellors and their skills is expected to grow strongly in Australia to November 2025* and the Bachelor of Counselling has been designed with input from frontline counselling agencies, including what they require in graduates.
*National Skills Commission, Employment Projections March 2021
Career outcomes
You’ll be qualified to work in areas such as
generic counselling
family and relationship counselling
correctional counselling
addiction counselling
telephone counselling
You can also pursue further studies or training towards becoming a career counsellor, rehabilitation counsellor, guidance counsellor, and mediator.
Luke Licht
Physiotherapy graduate
The road to becoming a physiotherapist was a long one for Luke Licht, but he is now building his career in AFL, a sport which he is passionate about. Luke is from Tasmania and has always worked hard to achieve his goals. His personal drive enabled him to land a job with the Brisbane Lions even before he graduated from his Bachelor of Exercise Science/Master of Physiotherapy degree at Griffith. 'I found the exercise science part of the degree really hard, but I've come to understand the importance of having that background in giving me more confidence to talk the talk as a therapist,' he says. 'The professional placements and education at Griffith were instrumental in setting me up to do exactly what I always wanted.'
Work on the international stage
The world economy is increasingly moving toward a global economy. It's no wonder companies place such importance on business professionals with the knowledge and skills to successfully operate with and in international markets.
It takes a special set of skills to engage the international business community and nobody understands this better than Griffith's 40+ international business experts. By opening the door to information and ideas from both home and abroad, Griffith is helping to develop specifically-skilled graduates and create more opportunities for Australian businesses to successfully engage with foreign markets. We’re also teaching our graduates to think creatively, differently and innovate so they are prepared to become modern business leaders in an ever-changing world.
Ben Gerhady
Griffith Medicine Graduate
Being part of a small and isolated team has its advantages when studying to be a doctor, says medicine student, Ben Gerhardy. The 26-year-old from the Gold Coast spent each of his final three rotations on a rural placement, ending with a very rewarding spell at Goondiwindi Hospital, 350km southwest of Brisbane. Goondiwindi sits on the Queensland and New South Wales border serving a population of 6000. 'As a medical student it's very easy to get lost in a city hospital,' Ben says. 'A rural environment like Goondiwindi can give you a greater learning experience because there are fewer students competing for the same attention from the supervising doctor.'
Study paramedicine at Griffith
Learn from the best
Griffith's Bachelor of Paramedicine is delivered by our highly regarded School of Medicine and Dentistry and has been developed to create confident and capable graduates who have strong skills to succeed in the challenging and rewarding profession of paramedicine.
Build your career in emergency care
Paramedics are in high demand in Australia. Our paramedicine degree is a 3 year program, offered at our Gold Coast campus. Integrated with Griffith's School of Medicine and Dentistry, this degree will also put you in a good position to apply for the graduate entry medical degree, Doctor of Medicine.
Essential skills and practical experience
You'll be equipped with vital clinical decision-making, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and learn about human body systems, paramedic practice and management of medical and trauma conditions. Our purpose-built simulation facilities at the Griffith Health Centre will give you a hands-on and authentic clinical experience in a paramedicine role, using the same equipment and systems used by Queensland Ambulance Service and other emergency medicine services in Australia and overseas. Plus you'll complete clinical placements in a variety of settings.
Tour of the Paramedicine Facilities on the Gold Coast Campus
At Griffith University, paramedicine students learn in simulated environments that closely mirror reality. Andre, Ricky and Sarah show us around the Gold Coast campus' paramedicine facilities, as they demonstrate a cardiac arrest scenario.
Annabelle Bamford-Mareroa
Current Education student
“When doing my initial research into teaching degrees, I fell in love with the flexibility and accelerated study Griffith had to offer.”
Career outcomes
Enhanced employability in a fast growing field
Demand for paramedics in South-East Queensland and Northern New South Wales currently exceeds supply and is expected to do so in the foreseeable future. Our ageing population and the general population growth in these regions, plus projected expanded scope-of- practice for paramedics, will continue to drive the need for increased ambulance services. You'll be able to apply for positions as a graduate-level paramedic in Australian and internationally. Other opportunities could also include:
Military
Offshore oil rigs
Mines
Other commercial paramedic opportunities
Heidi Neil
Griffith nutrition and dietetics graduate
Looking after the nutrition and dietary needs of patients with a variety of conditions is all in a day's work for dietitian Heidi Neil. Heidi was selected for the New Graduate Dietitian position at Mater Hospital in Brisbane after graduating with a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics with Honours. 'Here I provide nutrition support, education and counselling for a variety of conditions. I really enjoyed studying my degree, right from foundation health year learning about anatomy and physiology and biological systems. The second half of my final year involved 20 weeks of professional placement, where I then put all the theoretical knowledge I learned over the four years at Griffith into practice. I saw a wide variety of cases in different healthcare settings, which made the transition into my new graduate position a little less daunting.'
Unlock and exploit the the power of big data and artificial intelligence
The world is becoming more digitally connected every day. This is creating careers for data science professionals who know how to capture, store, analyse and exploit huge quantities of data.
Griffith is leading the way in south east Queensland as the first university to offer data science as an undergraduate degree. Through your data science studies you’ll gain the skills to analyse, manipulate, model and interpret large data sets to uncover patterns and generate valuable insights.
Janelle Guerrero
Griffith Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science
As a successful Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science graduate, Janelle was employed before she had graduated. 'I am now a scientist at Redland Hospital in the medical lab doing blood tests and other biochemistry analysis. It's a lot of fun and hard work but I really enjoy it.'
Be at the forefront of health research
Biomedical science helps society through applying new scientific knowledge to medicine and healthcare. In this degree, you will gain an understanding of health and the methods for diagnosing and treating disease.
You’ll receive excellent training for entry into the Doctor of Medicine#. You’ll develop knowledge and skills in the biological and clinical sciences and understand how they can be applied to medicine, biomedical research and healthcare services.
Study social work at Griffith
Pursue a career that improves quality of life
Learn from experts
Social workers are trained to understand people, putting their skills to work for the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities.
You'll study society and social arrangements, human services provision, counselling, and human behaviour and development, as well as specialised social work courses. You'll have the advantage of being taught by expert staff with experience in all areas of the social work profession. Many of our lecturers have won university awards for their outstanding teaching.
Extensive social work field placements
You'll complete two field placements as part of your Bachelor of Social Work degree, completing a minimum of 500 hours per placement to give you the opportunities to put your academic knowledge and skills into practice.
Financial support will soon be available during your practical placement through the Commonwealth Prac Payment, July 2025. Learn more about the payment and how it can support you on your journey to pursuing a career in social work.
You'll be supervised by a qualified social worker for the duration of the field placement.
Study on-campus or online
Our social work bachelor degrees are taught at both our Logan and Gold Coast campuses or through external study (mostly online with some on-campus attendance required for intensive courses).
Inspiring overseas experiences
Social work student Melissa Cootes took part in a slums outreach program in India that supports children to attend schools and mentors them through to university, hoping education will alleviate the poverty of more than one person.
Mike Kwan
Griffith Environmental Health graduate
Mike's degree in Environmental Health has allowed him to work around the world, including roles with the London Borough of Brent Council, in private industry (Exxon Mobil in Papua New Guinea) and back in Australia with local government (Pine Rivers and Gold Coast). He is currently with Queensland Health's Food Safety Standards and Regulation Unit.
'With the broad science foundations obtained during my environmental health studies at Griffith, I'm better able to explain in layman's terms the scientific rationale behind legislative requirements, particularly as they apply to a business or person. I find providing that extra insight and improved understanding leads to better and lasting outcomes.'
Career outcomes
Opportunities for a challenging, fulfilling career
Social work is committed to ethical practice, human rights and social justice
Griffith graduates enter the workforce as qualified social workers ready to assist individuals, families, groups and communities in a broad range of roles including:
Casework
Counselling
Advocacy
You'll be well prepared for work that makes a difference in:
Child protection
Youth work
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services
Child and family welfare
Youth and adult offending
Disability
Hospital and community health settings
Mental health
Employment and income support
Working with older people or with migrants and refugees
Promote positive development and learning as a professional early childhood teacher
Specialising in early childhood teaching (Kindergarten to Year 3) will see you play a vital role in the development and care of children during their most formative years. Working at childcare, kindergarten or primary school level, you'll help them to interpret their world, social relationships and responsibilities with knowledge and nurturing. You'll also extend support to families and caregivers, so the benefits carry over into home life.
Study health at Griffith
Practical placements
Allied health students can gain practical experience while they study through placements in both our on-campus clinics and the leading healthcare facilities we partner with. Including everything from counselling, psychology and social work to dietetics, physiotherapy and speech pathology, these placements provide an essential service to our local community and an invaluable opportunity for our students to develop their skills.
Incredible career opportunities
As Australia’s largest and fastest-growing industry, healthcare offers an unparalleled array of employment opportunities. In many areas of healthcare, Griffith students are considered the graduates of choice by employers, and the University has received five stars in the prestigious QS Stars rating for graduate employability.
An interdisciplinary approach
The future of health lies in teamwork and today’s health professionals need to work together to deliver life-changing outcomes. Interdisciplinary learning is a priority at Griffith—and our more than 10,000 health students benefit from our flexible approach that highlights the skills, strengths and expertise that different clinical disciplines and professions bring to the healthcare environment.
World-class research and resources
Our $150 million Griffith Health Centre operates in proximity to the new 750-bed Gold Coast University Hospital and a new 250-bed private hospital. It's a unique environment in which to gain unrivalled clinical experiences. Our leading research in many areas of medical science informs our degrees, producing forward-thinking graduates ready to make their mark in a healthcare career.
Study Popular Music at Griffith
At the Queensland Conservatorium, the Bachelor of Music will help you transform your musical passion into a successful and sustainable career. Under the guidance of music industry professionals, business experts and creative specialists, you can hone your musical talents while developing business and arts management expertise.
You will be exposed to a range of genres and undertake ensemble work, collaborative laboratories, industry-led workshops and public performances.
You will get to the heart of the music industry with the opportunity for internships in recording studios, events management companies, music industry publishers and more. As a part of your studies, you could find yourself collaborating with some big names in the musical capital of the world, Nashville.
You will have performance opportunities from your first year, plus 24/7 access to music studios equipped with the latest recording facilities, editing suites, audio-visual and postproduction technology, so your musical innovation can really shine. Whether you choose to specialise in Performance, Music, Sound and Vision, or Music Industry, you'll graduate with the skills and know how to become a 'portfolio' musician — so you can jump head first into a wide range of musical opportunities, from producing and performing to artist and event management.
The Queensland Conservatorium is the perfect launch pad for your music career - a thriving, nurturing and creative environment, set within the cultural heart of Brisbane, the vibrant South Bank.
Study postgraduate music and research at Griffith
Working with scholars from Australia and abroad, you'll have direct involvement with musicians, audiences, communities and the music industry to bring new findings and insights to light.
Learn from the best
Queensland Conservatorium has music industry connections on a global scale. As you learn to apply your talents at a professional level, you'll draw on these outstanding resources, studying not only with accomplished Australian music educators and composers but also with visiting international artists. You'll have the distinct advantage of studying in an environment that thrives on excellence. You'll be supported to expand your understanding, challenged and encouraged to produce your best work.
Our program ranges far wider than the studio, rehearsal hall and stage. You'll be given variety of intriguing opportunities, including:
Solo and ensemble presentations including regular lunchtime concerts, class presentations, recitals and competition
Weekly higher degree research colloquium
Master classes with visiting national and international artists
Industry-focused training delivers professional level skills
A music degree from the Queensland Conservatorium comes with a wealth of contacts, opportunities and chances to really chase your dream. You'll have the skills and expertise to become a 'portfolio' musician, along with the industry exposure and networking opportunities to help you pinpoint your place in the music industry.
Popular music graduates can find their niche as a:
Composer
D.J
Multimedia Designer
Music Agent/Manager
Music Publisher
Music Teacher
Music Director
Musician
Performer
Post-Production Specialist
Recording Engineer
Song Writer
Sound and Music Producer
Sound Designer
Teacher (with additional study)
Popular music graduates have also successfully established their own businesses such as recording studios, teaching studios, music distribution, and artist and repertoire companies.
Career outcomes
We take pride in producing graduates with the skills and intellectual capacity to move into the job they really want, and fostering a mindset that leads to a rewarding lifelong career
You'll complete your degree having received well-rounded, intensive training that equips you for a broad spectrum of opportunities. You can choose to pursue your chosen sector of music education, community music and other areas of music and related industries, including:
advertising
arranging
arts administration
broadcasting
composing
conducting
legal services
music production
music services
orchestrating
performing.
Become an in-demand tourism professional
A specialist degree in international tourism and hotel management from Griffith will allow you to take advantage of this growth by providing you with knowledge of service industries combined with professional leadership and business management skills. We’ll also teach you how to innovate and think creatively and sustainably, so you're ready for the future of business. Griffith is the number 1 ranked University in Australia for Hospitality and Leisure Management.*
*2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
The Bachelor of Business Information Systems combines elements of business and IT degrees to produce graduates equally at home in the boardroom or server room. You'll study management, marketing, information systems, introductory programming, web design, accounting and economics, and business analysis. You'll learn how to create and support information systems based on a solid understanding of how a business operates. You'll gain the creative problem-solving skills to find innovative applications of IT in business, communicate and negotiate with business management, and plan and manage complex projects.
The future of sports technology
Join Australia's #1 uni for elite athletes.
The Digital Athlete could be the ultimate coaching tool for elite sport, enabling the design of highly personalised training, injury prevention and customised rehabilitation. A collaborative project between Griffith University, the Australian Institute of Sport, the Queensland Academy of Sport and industry partners, the Digital Athlete is an excellent example of future-focused thinking and turning ideas into action. Says Griffith Director of Sports Engagement and Olympic gold medallist Duncan Free: ‘With the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics, Australia will be looking at new and innovative ways to train and prepare athletes, and the Digital Athlete can be a tool to assist in doing so.’
Pictured: Australian basketballer Maddison Rocci in Myriad Studios’ specialised scanning suite.
Career outcomes
Graduate with competitive skills and a strong individual voice
Our graduates are not just well trained but well rounded practitioners
You'll be equipped with a sound foundation of different techniques, enabling you to express yourself as an artist. You will enter the musical arena with a clear understanding of what's required by instrumental and vocal ensembles and companies, orchestras, theatre, media, the entertainment industry and community arts. Career options include writing or arranging for:
Film
Plays
Television
Concert performance
Musical theatre
New technology multimedia
Learn how to address major health issues
Public health programs and health promotion activities have the potential to create improved outcomes for public health. If you are already working in healthcare, business or industry, a Griffith public health degree will expand your knowledge and skills in this important area.
Professionals in this field work on the basis that prevention is better than cure, focusing on the systems and practices that shape the health of nations, communities, individuals and the environments in which we live, work and play. Public health is applicable to areas such as disaster response, communicable disease management, pollution control, nutrition, hygiene, and school and workplace health.
Study human services at Griffith
Gain a deeper understanding of how to help the community
At Griffith, you'll learn about human services in a personal atmosphere from expert teachers with strong links to the health sector, government and community. You’ll also have the opportunity to apply classroom learnings through hands-on practice placements.
Gain the skills employers want
Our degree is developed in consultation with industry and professional organisations that work on the frontline of human services. Current research shows the Community Services sector will continue to grow, with ongoing and increased demand for skilled practitioners.*
Flexible options
Choose to study on campus or online, full-time or part-time, and start in Trimester 1 or 2 to suit your needs. You can also gain credit for your VET qualifications, with the chance to start in the second year of the degree. You’ll have the opportunity to fast track your degree with accelerated pathways available to complete the Bachelor of Human Services in a shorter time frame (2 - 2.5 years full-time).
Hands-on experience leading to diverse careers
With 52 days of practical work placement, you’ll gain invaluable insight and exposure to the profession. A human services degree sets you up to work in the areas of community development, disability, mental health and wellbeing, juvenile justice, social support services for women, children, young people, older people, refugee and migrant resettlement, rehabilitation services, policy and program development, and more.
Realise your full potential
Become an accomplished and influential contributor to your chosen field. At Griffith, we’ll help you become an effective communicator and collaborator; innovative and creative; socially responsible and engaged in your communities; culturally capable when working with First Australians; and effective in culturally diverse and international environments.
*Deloitte Access Economics (2016) Forecasting the Future Community Services in Queensland 2025. Community Services Industry Alliance and Department of Communities, Child Safety and Disability Services.
Study musical theatre at Griffith
Outstanding opportunities in musical theatre are ahead of you
Alumni Masterclass: Georgina Hopson
Musical theatre star and Queensland Conservatorium Griffith Univeristy alumnus Georgina Hopson visited our third-year Musical Theatre students to present a masterclass on delivering powerful storytelling through song. Georgina selected a number of students for one-on-one sessions, helping to sculpt and refine their skills to prepare them for their future careers.
Top ranking
Griffith is ranked in the top 100 performing arts universities in the world according to the QS World Ranking by Subject, 2023.
You'll need to be versatile, talented and well-trained to be cast in shows once you're out in the real world. Studying at Griffith, you'll learn to integrate the varied skills of an actor, a dancer and a musician into your roles. You'll be able to deliver performances that bring to life the combined vision of the directors, musical directors and choreographers you'll work with.
Our program is delivered by working industry practitioners who provide professional, relevant, innovative and supportive instruction. To ensure you become proficient in singing, acting and dancing, you'll undertake intensive practical training covering:
acting and improvisation
voice and speech
singing (solo and ensemble)
dance and movement
audition technique and performance.
Learn from the best
Our head of department, Paul Sabey, is in constant demand as a musical director, vocal coach, vocal arranger and regularly gives master classes. His work has taken him around the world working with singers, musicians, as an academic and artistic programme advisor and as a musical director.
Real-world experience
Take part in full-scale productions which emulate professional productions as well as regular musical theatre events.
Diversified pathways
Studying here, you'll be exposed to a variety of musical theatre styles and to the broadly accepted musical skills of aural awareness training, music theory and ensemble work appropriate to this genre.
Study classical music at Griffith
You'll be challenged and inspired to become a future leader in music.
Learn from the best
You'll also learn from international specialists from the Moscow, Brussels and Paris Conservatoires, the Julliard School of Music, the New England Conservatory, the Curtis Institute, Oxford University, and London's Royal College and Royal Academy. Our teachers perform with leading orchestras and ensembles including Opera Queensland and Queensland Symphony Orchestra. You're invited to explore study options including brass, composition, keyboard, percussion, strings and wind.
Studying in the heart of Brisbane's cultural precinct at South Bank, you'll be surrounded by neighbours whose interests are in harmony with your own, including the Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Diverse musical styles
Our classical music degree programs provide the highest quality music training for the classical and contemporary instrumentalist. Your educational experience will include exposure to multiple musical styles and idioms including classical, contemporary and world music, and to the broadly accepted musical skills of aural awareness training, music theory and ensemble work. You'll be able to develop pathways of study that coincide with and complement your own interests. You'll develop the adaptability, self-motivation, technological literacy and breadth of vision to help you succeed in the music industry.
Career outcomes
Jobs await in a variety of public and private sector areas
Our graduates enter the workforce as in-demand professionals with the vision and enthusiasm to make a difference in the lives of children, families and communities
There's a wide range of fulfilling careers open to you in human services, including:
Working with children and seniors
Working with people with disabilities, and from different cultures
Working in community and government agencies
Working in rural and urban settings
Community centres
Family support
Mental health services/support worker
Policy development and research
Rehabilitation services
Welfare and community planning
Women's services and youth work
Employment consultancy
Human resources
Career outcomes
Our graduates are much sought after in the industry for their sophisticated professionalism and practical performance experience
There's an identified shortage of professionally trained musical theatre performers in Australia and demand continues to grow. You'll be equipped to hit the heights in cabaret, theatre, television, film and musical theatre, as well as the more diverse mediums of festivals, theme parks and cruises. The range of opportunities includes:
Musical theatre performer
Film/television actor
Independent artist
Musical theatre teacher
Voice over
Corporate video
Along with lead and chorus roles in musical theatre, consider the fields of lighting, choreography and backstage — all necessary aspects of any production.
Retha Du Plessis
“I decided to go back and study because I realised I was very experienced in HR but did not have much experience in or knowledge of general business practices and culture. That is what motivated me initially. Griffith University changed the way I view the working environment. My Griffith MBA also provided me with an opportunity to get involved in organisations and activities not necessarily part of my 'day job.' The opportunity to make a difference presented itself at a networking night when I crossed paths with the CEO and the HR Board Director of Suited to Success/Dress for Success. This organisation helps people overcome barriers to employment by providing styling services, resume tips and interview tricks. The skills I learnt in my MBA are so transferable, so why not use them in a way that helps people?”
Retha volunteered for Suited to Success/Dress for Success for six months as the organisation navigated a restructure, and now, alongside her full-time position as a HR Director, she volunteers as a Board Director.
Study creative music technology at Griffith
Acquire advanced artistic and technical skills
DJ tyDi aka Tyson Illingworth - Composer, producer, IDMA award winning DJ, 2x voted Australia's #1 DJ
Studying here puts you on track to fulfil your dream of working professionally as producer, performer or sound designer.
Learn from the best
You'll be interacting with industry professionals, musicians and researchers with extensive experience and international standing. You'll be creating music in high quality computer laboratories, recording studios and state of the art facilities.
You'll have access to a variety of networked performance spaces, and a diverse group of performers and productions. You can collaborate with other Conservatorium students and departments on projects such as interactive music performances and installations, video games, music videos, documentaries and feature films. You'll apply yourself to one or more areas of study: audio recording, sound for moving image, electronic music production. Your coursework will also incorporate music technology applications in commercial and studio music production and recording, computing and sound editing, live sound recording and reinforcement, and sound composition.
Develop your skills through real world experience
You'll undertake theoretical and practical training that emphasises the development of creativity in music technology and the business of music. You'll have the chance for hands-on learning through project work within the industry. You'll be given opportunities to develop client relationships, teamwork, communication and industry networking opportunities.
Career outcomes
Your skills are valuable in a range of professions
Meet the demand for mental health professionals to support the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities
Master of Clinical Psychology — you'll learn how to make decisions about:
Psychological assessments
Case conceptualisations
Interventions
Research methodologies
Organisational and systemic issues in mental health program development
Ethical professional practice
A growing number of clinical psychologists are pursuing specialist careers in clinical research settings including universities, hospitals, specialist research foundations, and government bodies.
At doctoral level, you'll be able to further your career in public, private and community sector organisations in consultancy roles.
Master of Professional Psychology – you’ll find employment in areas such as:
the non-government and not-for-profit sectors working with vulnerable groups e.g., migrants and refugees, LGBTIQ+ and people with disabilities
mental health settings, including alcohol and other drug services
education settings, including state and independent schools
Find your jazz heart and soul with acclaimed musicians at the Queensland Conservatorium
Do you live and breathe jazz? If you enjoy playing, listening and composing jazz, choosing a major in this complex and creative musical form will give you the freedom to express yourself.
As an aspiring jazz musician you'll develop your technique, skills and experience, ready for a professional career in the music industry. Our degree provides an education that's grounded in the jazz tradition, while looking to the musical future.
Studying at Queensland Conservatorium you'll learn and perform with acclaimed jazz musicians in some of the southern hemisphere's best performance spaces. Many of Australia's top jazz exponents started here, including Katie Noonan, Kate Miller-Heidke, Megan Washington, Isaac Hurren and Jacam Manricks.
Create your best future in the world of stage and screen
Take a leading role when you study Griffith's Bachelor of Acting, offered by Queensland Conservatorium's Performing Arts Department, and you'll be prepared to forge a life-long career across stage and screen.
Griffith's Bachelor of Acting is a highly practical and skill intensive degree that will unlock your imagination, encourage curiosity and build resilience. The program focuses on developing both the individual and the actor through ensemble building, collaborative laboratories, industry-led workshops and public performances. Griffith's Bachelor of Acting has international endorsement from Dame Judi Dench and Joanna Lumley.
Nursing is one of the world's most respected professions, offering rewarding opportunities to promote health, prevent illness and alleviate suffering. At Griffith, Australia's No. 1 university for nursing*, you'll gain the essential experience and skills to deliver excellent care. With five-star ratings** for student support and teaching quality—and paid prac placements starting in 2025—you’ll be set up for success from day one. Early clinical placement opportunities across diverse health sectors in rural, remote and international settings ensure you're prepared to make a lasting impact in healthcare.
Choose a world-class pathway to a career in medicine
Griffith's four year graduate-entry Doctor of Medicine will help you take your first step on the road to becoming a doctor. It's accredited by the Australian Medical Council and incorporates a strong community focus.
It also has a strong practical focus, with clinical placements being an integral part of each year of study. In your final two years you will be based primarily in off-campus health care services such as hospitals and general practices.
Griffith University's School of Medicine, now the School of Medicine and Dentistry, opened in 2005 with our first students graduating 2008. Today, more than 1200 graduates are in independent practice or in specialty training.
The Doctor of Medicine is available at our Gold Coast campus and also at our Sunshine Coast site at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute adjacent to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. In Years 3 and 4 of the program it is also possible for students to undertake a Rural Longlook Program through our Rural Clinical School
The Doctor of Medicine is an AQF Level 9 Masters Extended degree.
Pharmacy at Griffith is Ranked #1 for Overall Experience, Teaching Quality, and Student Support in Australia*
Join one of the most highly trusted health professions in the country and help improve the wellbeing of people in your community. The NAB Pharmacy Report (2021) highlights that 1 in 3 Australians see pharmacists as their most important health provider.
Our degrees in pharmacy and pharmacology combine community care with a strong jobs, and industry focus. Our graduates are highly sought after in healthcare environments throughout Australia and overseas. Our degrees provide you with a variety of pathways to careers such as pharmacology, toxicology or drug research, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and other health industries.
At Griffith, you’ll experience the highest ranked teaching quality, student support and overall experience in Australia. You'll learn through hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities such as an immersive virtual learning environment as well as formulation, pharmacology and analytical laboratories, and you'll have the opportunity to specialise in one of several key areas. You'll also have a foundation if you are considering further studies in areas such as medicine, dentistry or medical research.
Deliver life-changing outcomes for women and their needs
Midwifery is more than a job. It is a challenging, varied and highly-specialised role that integrates skills, knowledge and traditions. Increasingly, midwives are relied upon by women to provide top-level advice and assistance during pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period.
Students will learn from expert clinicians, researchers and award-winning teachers who are leading the field in midwifery education, research and practice. To graduate competent and accountable professionals, students will work in partnership with women to provide high-quality, safe and effective care before, during and after childbirth.
Deliver life-changing outcomes for women and their needs
At Griffith, our highly-awarded teaching team is committed to developing the next generation of midwives. Griffith is your best possible choice to build your academic and professional development in this field. We know better than anyone that midwifery is more than a job. It's a challenging, varied and highly-specialised role that integrates skill, knowledge and traditions. And because a large number of our students are already working in healthcare, we know how to help you balance your studies with your work and family commitments.
Be free to express your creativity, imagination, passion and curiosity through composition
With the opportunity to learn the craft of composing from leading music educators and composers from Australia and overseas, Griffith is an excellent choice to study composition. Our expert lecturers and innovative teaching methods mean that you'll find your own distinctive musical style.
You'll develop advanced skills and study a range of musical styles, theory and literature. Through project studies and our work-integrated learning courses you'll gain invaluable industry and professional experience.
And because we know that many composers are driven by the thrill of having your original work performed, you'll have the opportunity to hear your composition played live by the many ensembles and students of the Queensland Conservatorium.
Empower people to develop self-understanding and make changes in their lives
A professional counsellor can make a real and potentially immediate difference in their clients' lives to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. Graduates can work in a broad range of counselling organisations to assist people in resolving their personal or professional problems. Students will gain advanced theoretical knowledge and counselling skills by completing courses in counselling skills theory and practice, methods of coaching, group facilitation, career counselling, positive psychology, lifespan development, ethics and case management.
Gain the knowledge and skills to register and practice as a professional counsellor
Are you passionate about helping people to overcome the obstacles and personal challenges they are facing? Through a structured way of addressing problems, a professional counsellor can make a real and potentially immediate difference in their clients' lives to accomplish mental health, wellness, education, and career goals. With our counselling degree, you'll gain theoretical knowledge and applied skills that will prepare you become a registered professional counsellor.
Care for patients at the frontline of emergency medical response
Whether you are preparing to start your career in healthcare or building on your existing experience in the field, you will understand the unique challenges and rewards of paramedicine, working to help people in need and even saving lives at the frontline of patient care.
With a minimum of 400 hours of applied clinical placements and professional practice, you'll develop the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that prepare you to work as a paramedic in a range of healthcare scenarios, with a focus on emergency medical response and patient transport. You'll learn about human body systems, paramedic practice, emergency treatment of disease and response to trauma.
Our Bachelor of Paramedicine will equip you for a fulfilling career delivering quality care that helps improve the lives of others.
Restore your clients' body's physical function and help relieve pain
Physiotherapists are highly qualified health professionals who work in partnership with their clients to get them better and to stay well. If you already work in healthcare or are planning a new career, Griffith's Bachelor of Physiotherapy is an excellent choice.
Using advanced techniques and evidence-based care, physiotherapists assess, diagnose, treat and prevent a wide range of health conditions and movement disorders. They do this by assisting to repair damage, reduce stiffness and pain, increase mobility and improve quality of life.
Physiotherapy extends from health promotion to injury prevention, acute care, rehabilitation, maintenance of mobility, chronic disease management, client and carer education and occupational health.
Drive change and improve the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities
Are you passionate about supporting and improving people’s wellbeing? Then social work is for you. At Griffith, our social work degrees are designed to develop high-quality practitioners who can advocate for those in their most vulnerable moments and drive tangible change. Benefitting from our flexible study options, you'll gain job-ready skills to assist individuals, families, groups and communities in areas such as counselling, advocacy and work with First Nations People, disability, youth, and child welfare.
Through our programs, you will advocate for a healthier future for all, developing critical thinking skills grounded in the values of social justice, diversity and equity. Whether on a local, national or global level, you’ll make a real impact and stand beside those who need it most. Plus, with paid support for your placements, you'll gain hands-on experience while creating change within your community and beyond.
Drive change and improve the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities
Are you passionate about supporting and improving people’s wellbeing? Then social work is for you. At Griffith, our social work degrees are designed to develop high-quality practitioners who can advocate for those in their most vulnerable moments and drive tangible change. Benefitting from our flexible study options, you'll gain job-ready skills to assist individuals, families, groups and communities in areas such as counselling, advocacy and work with First Nations People, disability, youth, and child welfare.
Through our programs, you will advocate for a healthier future for all, developing critical thinking skills grounded in the values of social justice, diversity and equity. Whether on a local, national or global level, you’ll make a real impact and stand beside those who need it most. Plus, with paid support for your placements, you'll gain hands-on experience while creating change within your community and beyond.
Engage in music studies and research at Queensland Conservatorium
Explore a wide range of career options by fusing contemporary culture and artistic vision with your postgraduate studies.
Build on your knowledge by taking part in seminars, special events and conferences, and refine your abilities through high quality, hands-on training and a rich choice of study areas and experiences.
Turn your passion into practical, employable skills and apply them in a range of music and music-related professions.
Transform your passion for popular music into a successful career
Immerse yourself in a creative environment that fosters the musical innovation, business expertise and industry networks required by successful, professional musicians.
The Bachelor of Music will nurture your unique musical style, whether that's in mainstream or underground, or something in between. Evolve your performance and songwriting passions and dive into the business of music. Explore performance opportunities as you build the skills to perform, produce, write, record, manage, teach and more.
Make a meaningful difference in our community
If you have an interest in people and the ability to relate to others, together with good communication skills, a career in the mental health area could be the right choice for you. Now is the time to be involved in the care of people experiencing mental health problems, with governments and healthcare organisations set to increase funding on new initiatives and services to improve access to and the delivery of mental health care.
A Griffith postgraduate degree in mental health will equip you with the skills and knowledge to make a real and positive difference to the people and communities you work with, and you'll gain a deeper understanding of human behaviour and learn to bridge the gap between theory and effective mental health strategies. You can study our postgraduate programs in a variety of flexible formats and will have access to the latest evidence-based research and collaboration with consumers, carers and mental health professionals.
Build stronger communities to create a better world
Human services professionals help people improve their social, economic, personal and communal wellbeing.
Due to a number of factors such as an ageing population, Australia's growing migration intake, the increasing needs of families a diverse population, the current and future demand for trained professionals in this field is high and growing. Due to new funding initiatives, the disability sector workforce is expected to double in the next few years and qualified human services workers will be well positioned to fill this requirement. You can become a professional in these fields within two or three years of full time study.
Find your place on the world stage
Is musical theatre your calling? Do you love it enough to have a full day of rehearsals and performances, and still get up the next morning and be excited about doing it all over again?
Musical theatre training is in hot demand and Queensland Conservatorium is producing professionals of the highest calibre.
Studying musical theatre at the Queensland Conservatorium will provide you with intensive practical training in acting and improvisation, speech, voice, singing, dance and movement, focused on producing the 'triple threat' performer - one who is proficient in singing, acting and movement.
Our program is designed to guide and prepare talented students for life as a working artist in musical theatre. You'll be given high-level training in voice, acting, movement and dance. You'll learn to tell a story using your entire body, and you'll be taught to develop a broad range of styles.
The productions included in the degree emulate professional productions, thereby providing students with authentic professional experiences.
Combine music and cutting edge technology at Queensland Conservatorium
If you're drawn to the creative, experimental blending of music and technology, this is the degree for you.
The Bachelor of Music is designed to prepare music makers for the digital age, where the varying job descriptions can range from composing and arranging to live performance, audio engineering/editing and mastering, and more.
You will be given a thorough understanding of technology's role in performing, producing, recording and creating music and sound and develop the ability to employ that knowledge professionally in multiple contexts.
Make a positive difference by helping people improve their speech, language and communication abilities
A speech pathologist helps children, adolescents and adults manage a wide range of speech and communication difficulties. Key areas of speech pathology include language development, communication, swallowing or feeding, fluency, literacy, stuttering, voice disorders and many more.
Griffith's speech pathology degrees are offered over a variety of campuses and encourages your personal and professional development through methods such as problem-based learning, active learning in small groups and clinical placements from the outset that integrate theory and practice. You'll get the opportunity to develop research literacy and an evidence-based approach to learning, and the skills you acquire will ensure you can deliver quality speech-related services throughout your career.
Be a positive force for change for autistic people
Griffith is your best choice to complete your specialist studies in autism. Our graduate program is currently the most comprehensive of its kind, developed with the understanding that autism affects all aspects of people's lives - at home, at school, at work, in the community and throughout their lifetime. So you'll learn a range of disciplines including psychology, speech and language pathology, education and occupational therapy. And this means that you'll graduate with the skills and capabilities to be a positive force for change for autistic people.
Our online degrees are ideal for anyone who wants to further their understanding of autism, whether they are healthcare professionals, teachers, family members or autistic people who want to be at the forefront of autism research and practice. You’ll also be studying with a university that provides a quality educational experience.
Join one of the largest sectors of healthcare professionals
Medical scientists are the key people working behind the scenes performing diagnostic tests that help doctors diagnose diseases. Every facet of healthcare is influenced by diagnostics in some way, including areas such as pharmaceutical, technology development, patient management, and more, and medical scientists can also recommend treatment options and help manage clinical trials.
Griffith is your best choice to build your career in this field, with our graduates highly regarded for their knowledge and skills. In gaining your Bachelor of Medical Science, you'll become trained in a wide range of high tech diagnostic tools and gain extensive hands-on experience by working with experienced clinicians during clinical placements in healthcare facilities.
Improving human health through understanding environmental influences
With a Bachelor of Health Science degree, students can choose an Environmental Health major. By choosing this pathway, students will learn how to understand and manage environmental health issues such as food safety, water pollution, infectious disease outbreaks and hazardous waste.
Graduates with the Environmental Health major will be prepared for a career as an environmental health officer working in areas such as food and drug safety, environmental monitoring, air and water quality, noise control and radiation monitoring. Our diverse electives will help equip you for careers in a range of scientific and allied professions including working as a scientific advisor, pathology technician, industry representative, technical sales specialist, laboratory technician or research assistant.
Improving human health through understanding environmental influences
Are you interested in health but not sure which area you want to specialise in? The Bachelor of Health Science is an ideal introduction. The majors also provide a direct graduate career path into Environmental Health. You'll learn how to understand and manage environmental health issues such as food safety, water pollution, infectious disease outbreaks and hazardous waste.
A Griffith environmental health degree is a strong base to build your career as an environmental health officer within government and industry. Our diverse electives will help equip you for careers in a range of scientific and allied professions including working as a scientific advisor, pathology technician, industry representative, technical sales specialist, laboratory technician or research assistant.
Create a positive impact on people's lives by empowering them to live the lives they want to
Occupational therapy focuses on enabling people to lead more productive, self-sufficient lives. If you're already working in healthcare or if you know someone who has received occupational therapy, you'll know how important the profession is to help people manage and overcome difficulties due to illness, injury or environmental barriers. Occupational therapists help a range of clients from patients needing rehabilitation from illness or injury, to helping school students cope better in the classroom environment.
Griffith is your best choice to study occupational therapy with our graduates being highly regarded in healthcare services. Our focus on theraputic techniques is combined with 1,000 hours of practical placements, starting in first year. This means you graduate with the skills to help your clients live their best lives in their family, community, work, school, sports and relaxation interests.
You'll study occupational therapy theory and practice, occupational science, and other sciences such as psychology, sociology and anatomy. With extensive practical placements you will gain the skills and knowledge to build your career in this growing field.
Advance your career in special needs education
With a proven reputation and our graduates achieving excellent results as special needs teaching professionals, Griffith is your best choice to build your career in this field.
As a teacher working in special education, your knowledge, skills and creative talents will focus on the capabilities, interests and learning styles of individual students. You'll be a learning specialist, teaching students with diverse needs in typical primary and secondary schools, and also in other settings such as special schools and education units.
As a Griffith graduate, your credentials will give you high standing and the advantage of exceptional employment opportunities at both primary and secondary school levels. In fact it's one of the few teaching areas with a 95 per cent employment rate of graduates over the last five years.'
A challenging and rewarding profession focussed on improving lives
A rehabilitation counsellor plays a key role in assisting people with injuries or social disadvantage to reach their occupational, personal or social participation goals. They assess an individual’s strengths and capabilities to develop a coordinated rehabilitation plan and provide advice on how they can improve their circumstances and the environment they live in.
You'll learn about vocational evaluation, job placement, injury management, disability, applied counselling and research methods, and will be given opportunities to apply your knowledge through organisational placements. By choosing to study Rehabilitation Counselling at Griffith, you'll be taking an important step towards building your career in healthcare.
Help create a healthier world through nutrition and dietetics
Nutrition and dietetics play a critical role in building a healthy body and a healthy lifestyle.
Griffith's Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics teach students the science of how the food we eat affects our lives. Students will graduate with the knowledge and skills to work towards the prevention of many diseases and conditions through nutrition education, health promotion and advocacy. Graduates will be qualified to work as a dietitian and learn how to help improve the health of individuals and the community.
Demand for healthcare professionals in this field will continue to grow as our changing lifestyles and ageing population contribute to the rise of chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Nutritionist and dietitians apply their skills and knowledge to work toward the prevention of many diseases and conditions through nutrition education, health promotion and advocacy.
Advocate for a healthier world through nutrition and dietetics
If you have an interest in health and nutrition, you will understand the critical role that nutrition and dietetics play in building a healthy body and a healthy lifestyle. Demand for healthcare professionals in this field will continue to grow as our changing lifetyles and ageing population contribute to the rise of chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes.
Griffith's Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics will teach you the science of how the food we eat affects our lives. You'll graduate with the knowledge and skills to work towards the prevention of many diseases and conditions through nutrition education, health promotion and advocacy.
You will be qualified to work as a dietitian and learn how to help improve the health of individuals and the community. You will learn through extensive hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities, including a purpose-built teaching kitchen and a nutrition clinic in the Griffith Health Centre.
High quality training in all aspects of theatre
Are you interested in theatre and drama and want to learn how to use these skills in your professional career?
Griffith University's theatre studies offer flexibility and depth, and will develop your skills as a creative communicator.
Our teachers are experts in both theory and practice. You will study theatre history, contemporary performance, writing and performing, and using drama for social justice and change. Our courses combine practical experiments with intellectual exploration to prepare students for employment in a teaching career or in a range of other industries.
1.5 billion people are learning English worldwide
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) is about the teaching and learning of the English language in both English-speaking and non-English-speaking countries.
Well-trained TESOL teachers are highly sought after as the demand for learning the English language continues to grow around the world.
With your NEAS-endorsed TESOL qualification from Griffith, you can build a successful career that spans the globe. Our degree offers internships and recognition of prior learning, to help you start your travels sooner.
Your TESOL qualification prepares you for a professional career in English language teaching, with excellent practical skills to teach speakers of other languages. Our graduates teach at all levels, from primary schools through to colleges and universities. Graduates have taken up training or management positions, carried out research, studied for higher qualifications, and even launched their own language school.
At Griffith you'll go beyond the classroom to investigate the issues of today
If you are already working in business or industry or have an interest in what makes society tick, you'll appreciate the role that history plays in shaping the future. Studying history at Griffith is so much more than dates and facts. It will enable you to learn about the past as a way of understanding the present, because history can tell us who we are, where we came from and where we're going.
With Griffith's highly-regarded history program, you'll go beyond the classroom to investigate some of today's biggest issues from a historical perspective and learn to think, speak and write about the past in ways that can influence the future.
Historical study also plays an important part in developing valuable career skills in research, writing and documentation. You'll be prepared to apply your knowledge and skills to building your existing career, or take up a role such as project manager, curator or researcher.
Elevate your career and develop the skills and confidence to plan, coordinate and improve healthcare services.
For health services to operate effectively, it’s key for organisations and staff to stay up to date with technology, systems, equipment and care delivery practices. That’s why our health services management masters degrees and graduate certificates apply the latest theory to real industry challenges. They’re also structured for maximum flexibility—with the option to learn full-time, part-time or even fully online—so you can fit learning around your work and family life.
Graduate ready for the next phase of your career—whether that’s at the forefront of health leadership, running your own business or the next step up the management ladder. You’ll be prepared to demonstrate your expertise across the industry—in primary and community care, private and public hospitals, policy development or health service planning.
Expand your cultural understanding and broaden your career prospects
More than 50% of the world’s population uses two or more languages every day. In today’s globalised society, the ability to communicate in other languages can be an invaluable asset to your career.
When you study a language at Griffith, you’ll develop a solid understanding of how it functions and its use in society. Immerse yourself in your chosen language through study tours and overseas exchanges— all while refining your skills and expanding your cultural understanding.
You’ll also study linguistics—the science, nature and function of language and how it is used in society. Understanding how languages are developed and used will help you gain a solid understanding of your chosen language.
Griffith students are learning and performing with the best in the world
Explore the diversity of the classical music experience and the wide-ranging scale of music as an art form, at one of Australia's leading music schools.
Studying at Queensland Conservatorium, you'll deepen your appreciation and understanding as you learn from and perform beside pre-eminent educators, musicians, composers and performers — including some of the finest professionals and scholars in their fields.
You'll be positioned to take full advantage of our exceptional reputation and our strong connections in the music and performing arts industry in Australia and overseas.
Our degree focuses on on technique, repertoire and interpretation, and also ensures you graduate with the full range of skills necessary to build a long and successful career. You will have opportunities to refine your skills, focus and target your professional options and gain first-hand professional experience in your chosen area.
Promote positive development and learning as a professional early childhood teacher
Specialising in early childhood teaching (Kindergarten to Year 3) will see you play a vital role in the development and care of children during their most formative years. Working at childcare, kindergarten or primary school level, you'll help them to interpret their world, social relationships and responsibilities with knowledge and nurturing. You'll also extend support to families and caregivers, so the benefits carry over into home life.
We offer a range of options. Our postgraduate degrees create teaching professionals who are highly respected for their quality of preparation and their dedication. Our Bachelor of Education offers a major in Early Childhood Education. And our graduate certificate in early childhood education and care provides qualified registered teachers with the opportunity to enhance their professional development, to teach in preschool settings (1 to 5 years) as well as specialise in the early years of school (5 to 8 years).
If you're already a teacher, you can continue your professional learning in accordance with the requirements of the Queensland College of Teachers in order to maintain your teacher registration. Working at childcare, kindergarten or primary school level, you'll help your students to interpret their world, social relationships and responsibilities with knowledge and nurturing. You'll also extend support to families and caregivers, so the benefits carry over into home life.'
Your first step towards a rewarding career in dentistry
Dentistry is an essential health care profession and in choosing a career in this field you'll be set to make a positive difference in the lives of many people, and as a Griffith dentistry graduate your knowledge and skills will be based on state-of-the art learning from experts in the field.
Bachelor degrees in Dental Science, Dental Technology and Dental Hygiene at Griffith are your stepping stone towards a rewarding career in dentistry and oral health.
From Year 1 of your studies, you'll be undertaking rigorous hands-on training, working alongside registered dentists and dental specialists in a variety of real-life settings including our state-of-the-art dental clinic, in specialised laboratories in the Griffith Health Centre, and at one of our network of regional clinics. Once you've completed your Master of Dentistry, you'll be qualified to work as a registered dentist, with opportunities in private practice, hospitals, community dental clinics and the armed services. Further study and research can lead to a career in academic teaching or specialty practice.
Starting point for a wide range of specialised careers
You love words. You like debating pronunciation or the origin of a slang phrase. You're an insatiable reader, and you have the vocabulary to prove it.
Griffith is the only Australian university offering a dedicated bachelor level degree combining studies in languages and linguistics. If you want to turn your passion into expert knowledge and skills to build your career, then studying linguistics at Griffith is the right choice for you.
In linguistics, you'll study the 'how' and the 'why' of the vernacular we use today and discover how our words have evolved over time. You'll research where new words come from and the way in which, when we're children, our spoken vocabulary develops more quickly than anything else.
Many linguists will spend a great deal of time investigating a specific language, collecting evidence and documenting a language.
Choose a career that matches your passion for health, exercise and sport
Griffith is one of Australia’s foremost universities in the delivery of exercise science and sport degrees, and is ranked #42 globally in Sports-Related Subjects*
Our exercise science and sport degrees are designed to prepare graduates for current exercise and sport environments, and also for a rapidly evolving health sector where the challenges of an ageing population and increasing burden of chronic disease will require the expertise you’ll be able to provide.
Our long history in developing work-ready graduates will help you to reach your potential as an exercise or sport practitioner – to engage, empower and lead through a combination of coursework and supervised clinical placements.
*2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject
Play your part in protecting our marine ecosystems
Our oceans cover 70 per cent of the surface of the earth and are some of the most poorly understood ecosystems on the planet. This massive natural resource is also under constant pressures of our modern, coastal society. With complex issues such as global climate change, food production, tourism, oil, gas and mineral extraction, and waste management, the need for highly trained and specialised marine science professionals continues to grow.
Griffith's Bachelor of Marine Science has a broad interdisciplinary approach, encompassing biology, chemistry and quantitative physical science. With a focus on practical experience you will build your knowledge and understanding of ocean ecosystems, in and out of the classroom.
Prepare for a first-class career as a music teacher
Queensland Conservatorium is internationally recognised for its practice in music pedagogy, curriculum and assessment. As a music professional already working in the field, studying our Graduate Certificate in Music Studies or a Master of Music Studies will enable you to take your teaching career to the highest level.
You'll study the nature of learning and teaching, explore current innovative methods in the studio setting, and apply this learning to your own development, both as performer and teacher. You'll also have the opportunity to present your work to the public, whether in recitals, print or electronic media.
Play your part in protecting our marine ecosystems
Our oceans cover 70 per cent of the surface of the earth and are some of the most poorly understood ecosystems on the planet. This massive natural resource is also under constant pressures of our modern, coastal society. With complex issues such as global climate change, food production, tourism, oil, gas and mineral extraction, and waste management, the need for highly trained and specialised marine science professionals continues to grow.
Griffith's Bachelor of Marine Science has a broad interdisciplinary approach, encompassing biology, chemistry and quantitative physical science. With a focus on practical experience you will build your knowledge and understanding of ocean ecosystems, in and out of the classroom.
Unlock and exploit the the power of big data and artificial intelligence
The world is becoming more digitally connected every day. This is creating careers for data science professionals who know how to capture, store, analyse and exploit huge quantities of data.
Griffith is leading the way in south east Queensland as the first university to offer data science as an undergraduate degree. Through your data science studies you’ll gain the skills to analyse, manipulate, model and interpret large data sets to uncover patterns and generate valuable insights.
Unlock and exploit the power of big data and artificial intelligence
Technology is continuing to advance and our world is becoming more digitally connected. This means we need ongoing capability to capture, store, analyse and exploit huge quantities of data.
Griffith is leading the way in south east Queensland as the first university to offer data science as an undergraduate degree. Through your data science studies you’ll gain the skills to analyse, manipulate, model and interpret large data sets to uncover patterns and generate valuable insights.'
Study jazz at Griffith
Master voice teacher helps create world class singers
Become more fluent in this complex form
Learn from the best
Our highly acclaimed teaching staff will prepare you for a competitive career in music and help you achieve high levels of musical literacy.
You will benefit from the expert teaching, training and support of our dedicated jazz lecturers. They are nationally established musicians with international connections to the New York, Boston, London, Toronto, Tokyo and Montreal music scenes, where they often tour. Several are also experienced in other genres, such as north and south Indian, country, classical music, Brazilian or Afro-Cuban.
You have the freedom to specialise in voice, piano, guitar, drums, bass, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, vibes, flute, violin or clarinet. You will have the opportunity to perform in the Conservatorium's premier ensemble, The Con Artists, or play regular gigs at leading Brisbane venues. In jazz music performance, there's an inherent link between improvisation and composition and you will be supported in achieving a high level of performance excellence.
You will learn to be versatile, as you acquire a technical foundation on your individual instrument that allows you to speak the language of jazz freely. You will develop a respect for other musical styles that encourages you to develop as a creative, innovative musician into the future.
Study suicide prevention and suicidology online
Griffith offers world-leading postgraduate programs in suicide prevention studies and suicidology to provide you with scientifically based and theoretical knowledge to deal with suicide in an academic, policy or practical context.
Suicide is the worst of all human tragedies, yet most suicide deaths are preventable. The study of suicidal behaviours presents a formidable challenge for all researchers, given the many complexities that characterise their causes and phenomenology.
Biology, sociology, psychology and psychiatry are just the starting points of an extraordinary journey through the suicidal mind in which elements like culture, traditions, religious beliefs, ethical and philosophical issues are all important factors.
Career outcomes
Graduate with the skills you need to find your place on the world stage
Griffith graduates are building successful careers in the music industry
Throughout your studies you'll have the opportunity to perform before a variety of audiences in numerous types of venues, meeting music industry representatives and building your connections.
As a professional, you'll be able to use the wide-ranging analytical, technical, creative and conceptual skills acquired in your degree to great advantage. Alongside our star alumni, you'll find your place on the world stage working in areas that include:
Freelance professional musician
Member of jazz groups
Teacher at primary, secondary or tertiary level or in a private studio
Film industry scoring soundtracks
Session musician
Composer and arranger
Arts administrator
Apply your expertise to understand, prevent and control infection and disease
Infection prevention and control professionals establish, manage, and lead effective infection control and prevention programs that deliver high quality and safe healthcare across a variety of settings. These include acute, community and population-based settings, including hospitals, extended care and residential care facilities.
Our programs equip graduates with the skills to design, implement and evaluate infection prevention and control programs in clinical and non-clinical settings around the world. Professionals in this field make important contributions to the development of policy, standards, and guidelines for healthcare practice locally, nationally and internationally.
More than half of senior leaders hold a social science degree*
Social Science explores big world issues, social change and lasting solutions. You'll study and debate some of society's most compelling challenges, along with the techniques to understand, analyse and solve them.
We offer a dedicated Bachelor of Social Science, or sociology as a major within our Bachelor of Arts.
*Academy of Social Science in Australia, 2020
Master the power of the large and small screen
If you are a movie buff or observer of modern media, you will understand that what we see on our screens shapes our opinions and informs our desires. Whether it's YouTube, a historical documentary or high rating television drama, a creative vision unfolding on screen has tremendous power to entertain, astonish, inform and disrupt. A screen studies major at Griffith will give you the knowledge and skills to turn your passion for the media and screen industries into a career.
Developing your cinematic interest and knowledge, it gives you the creative and professional skills needed to succeed.
Chemistry is at the heart of every facet of life.
Chemistry has a role in almost every aspect of our lives. The influence of chemical science ranges from the design of new drugs, to curing diseases, to the development of self-cleaning materials, to the advanced dyes and plastics used in Australia's $20 note.
During this course you will gain an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of chemistry as it applies to other sciences such as forensic, biological, physics and the materials sciences. Along the way you might choose to study broadly or to specialise in your area of interest.
Unlocking the truth through forensic science
Griffith's forensic science degree is the only specialist degree of this type offered in Queensland.
When you study Forensic Science at Griffith, you will explore science in real life and receive training in handling criminal casework in forensic biology and forensic chemistry.
Study acting at Griffith
The Bachelor of Acting will unlock your imagination, encourage curiosity and build resilience. This degree is only offered to a small number of high quality performers and is designed around four key pillars: core craft; context; repertoire; and industry engagement.
You'll draw inspiration from the most highly regarded actor training models around the world, and share some subjects with students in the acclaimed Bachelor of Musical Theatre. Under the direction of renowned teachers and performers, you will undertake intensive training in acting, voice and speech, singing, movement and dance. You will be exposed to a range of genres and undertake ensemble work, collaborative laboratories, industry-led workshops and public performances.
Drama training is essential for the development and encouragement of young performers, and this course supplies the skills and knowledge to build and sustain a successful career. The University offers the chance to work with dedicated and experienced tutors and in superb facilities. This is a wonderful opportunity for those determined to follow their dream.
An actor needs discipline, dedication and determination to succeed in a competitive industry. We all continue to learn throughout our working lives but I applaud Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University for creating a new course designed to give emerging talent a sound grounding to start their career.
Joanna Lumley
OBE, FRGS
Photo: Rankin
Chemistry is at the heart of every facet of life.
Chemistry has a role in almost every aspect of our lives. The influence of chemical science ranges from the design of new drugs, to curing diseases, to the development of self-cleaning materials, to the advanced dyes and plastics used in Australia's $20 note.
During this course you will gain an understanding of the interdisciplinary nature of chemistry as it applies to other sciences such as forensic, biological, physics and the materials sciences. Along the way you might choose to study broadly or to specialise in your area of interest.
Unlocking the truth through forensic science
Griffith's forensic science degree is the only specialist degree of this type offered in Queensland.
When you study Forensic Science at Griffith, you will explore science in real life and receive training in handling criminal casework in forensic biology and forensic chemistry.
Career outcomes
As a graduate of the Bachelor of Action you will be highly skilled in acting and performance and ready for a career on stage or on screen, including theatre, television and film.
Griffith's acting program works closely with Griffith Film School, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse and other local and national performing arts companies. We also look for opportunities with interstate and overseas academies and international providers.
Applications by audition process.
Be part of the solution to global security challenges
Are you interested in understanding what makes humans feel secure or insecure, and how these threats can be tackled and prevented in the future?
A major in security studies at Griffith will equip you to become an agent for global change. You'll gain an understanding of the key challenges of our time - terrorism, energy and environmental security, human rights, political violence, migration and globalisation - and develop the skills to be part of the solutions to these challenges.
At Griffith our program is structured to explore world issues from human rights to economic development, war, security threats, peace and the wider challenges and opportunities that globalisation brings.
When you study security studies at Griffith you will cover key issues including:
Human rights and human security
Migration and global mobility
Peaceful social change
Conflict and cooperation
Globalisation, inequality and development
Political violence and terrorism
Environmental security
The Graduate Certificate in Safety Leadership is offered part-time, planned to fit with your existing commitments. All courses in this program are offered on-campus and online.
Study nursing at Griffith
Essential hands-on experience
Studying here, you’ll learn in and out of the classroom, gaining hands-on experience through placements in community health organisations and hospitals. Our students work in placements across a range of healthcare faculties in Brisbane and South-East Queensland, as well as many rural and remote areas in the past such as Alice Springs, Charleville and Thursday Island, and with the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Learn from the best
The Griffith nursing degree is a contemporary, comprehensive program taught by dedicated professionals at Australia's No. 1* ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery, which is also ranked 3rd* in the world. Our experienced, highly-awarded teaching staff have industry contacts who know what healthcare providers are looking for in nursing professionals. We regularly review our degrees with the nursing profession to ensure your degree content is at the leading edge. As a Bachelor of Nursing graduate, you may also be eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
Graduates in demand
Griffith nursing graduates are sought after and employed in hospitals and health centres all over the world. You’ll graduate with a solid foundation of nursing theoretical knowledge and practical applications.
Leading Australia in nursing research
As one of the country’s leading research universities, we’re focused on creating a healthy future for Australia and the world. Our ground breaking research in nursing practice informs our degrees, giving our students new insights into the promotion of healthy living and treatment of chronic conditions.
5-Star Rated
Nursing at Griffith is rated 5-stars for Learning Resources, Overall Experience, Skills Development, Student Support and Teaching Quality by the Good Universities Guide 2024, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
*Tied position, 2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
Griffith University has a proud history in the biomedical sciences, with Australia’s first Bachelor of Biomedical Science offered at Brisbane's Nathan campus in 1991 as a specialist pre-medical degree.
Based on more than two decades of expertise in designing programs and teaching in the biomedical sciences, our flexible suite of degrees provide you with choice and proven pathways to graduate medicine, biomedical research, the allied health professions and a wide range of other careers including medical diagnostics.
The School of Environment and Science on Griffith University's Brisbane (Nathan) campus offers distinctive undergraduate degrees covering the practice of biomolecular and biomedical science and medical diagnostics. It also offers specialist postgraduate studies and research opportunities across a wide range of medical research fields.
Study medicine at Griffith
Griffith graduates deliver quality care to their patients and the community
Set for learning
You won't be one of hundreds in a huge lecture theatre. Instead you'll learn in small group settings and benefit from problem-based learning tutorials and clinical skills laboratories. You'll focus on developing your clinical skills, patient management techniques and professional conduct in the healthcare setting.
Essential practical experience
During your Doctor of Medicine, you'll do extensive clinical placements as essential learning components for each year of your study. These start from the second month of your degree, in hospitals and community groups one day per week. This continues into your second year, which will include placements with GPs. In your final two years, clinical placements are more extensive ranging from rural hospitals through to the state-of- the-art Gold Coast University Hospital located across from the Griffith campus. In your final year you’ll also have the opportunity to undertake an overseas elective, such as working with United Nations aid programs in developing countries, or attending various centres of excellence around the world such as Harvard Medical School.
The big picture
Griffith’s Doctor of Medicine has a strong emphasis on developing communication skills and aims to equip you with an understanding of the science of medicine in its wider social and ethical context. You will also develop an understanding of the importance of lifelong learning, and learn how to be resourceful in seeking information and adapting to new technologies.
The School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences teaches pharmacy and pharmacology and toxicology in a world class environment with small class sizes. You'll have the use of outstanding facilities such as a professional practice laboratory with model dispensary and a dedicated formulations lab, and aseptic dispensing unit. You'll learn from practising pharmacists and staff who are active in research and development in the healthcare industry.
New ways of learning about pharmacy
In what we believe to be a world first in pharmacy education, Griffith has developed virtual learning environments. Without leaving the classroom, you can immerse yourself and interact with filmed settings including hospital and community pharmacies.
Taking pharmacy to another level
Griffith offers Australia's first Pharmacology and Toxicology degree, creating a career pathway within some of the world's biggest industries. You'll apply your knowledge of the effects that drugs and poisons have on tissues and organs to the development of new medicines.
Essential hands-on experience
Clinical placements in metropolitan, rural, international and industrial environments are an integral part of your learning experience, arranged in conjunction with more than 400 pharmacy and healthcare industry partners.
Explore your passion for biological science
Griffith is the perfect place to take the next step in your career, with a range of specialities to choose from including theoretical and applied science, such as biochemistry and marine biology, through to new interdisciplinary fields such as bioinformatics.
You'll study core science courses as well as choose a major that suits your interests and career plans. You'll learn from experts in their field, and undertake laboratory work in state-of-the-art facilities or in the field. In your final year, you can participate in industry internships to gain employment-relevant experience.
Career outcomes
Graduates of the Griffith Doctor of Medicine will normally be eligible for limited registration and will receive full registration by Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) upon successful completion of a subsequent one-year internship in the Australian hospital system. Medical practitioners work in:
Private practice
Rural medical practice
Government organisations and public health
Academia/teaching
Medical research
Medical education and administration
Aid organisations
Some of the specialist career opportunities available to graduates are:
Accident and emergency doctor
Anesthesiologist
Cardiologist
Dermatologist
General practitioner
Gynaecologist
Histopathologist
Intensive care specialist
Medical administrator
Medical educator
Medical research
Microbiologist (haematology)
Neurologist
Obstetrician
Ophthalmologist
Pediatrician
Pathologist
Radiologist
Sexual health specialist
Sports medicine specialist
Surgeon (general surgery, neurosurgery, plastic surgery etc)
MD/PhD pathway
Completion of MD/PhD pathway will prepare graduates for a research career in clinical medicine, as well as postgraduate training and University teaching positions.
Career outcomes
Excellent employment success
Griffith Pharmacy graduates are held in very high regard, with a reputation for being more work ready, with more real-life work knowledge.
You'll be very well prepared for a career in:
Community and hospital pharmacy
Medication management
You'll also have career opportunities in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutraceutical and related industries (in areas like management, sales, marketing, business development, and government regulatory agencies).
Our Bachelor of Pharmacology and Toxicology degree has a strong jobs and industry focus. As a graduate, you'll be prepared for professional employment in such areas as:
Regulatory scientist
Pharmaceutical sales representative
Medical science liaison
Clinical trials monitor
Pharmacy technician
Laboratory support technician
Environmental scientist
Formulation chemist
Explore diverse perspectives and seek positive outcomes
Indigenous Studies at Griffith recognises the relevance of Australia's First Peoples and ancient Indigenous heritage today. Indigenous Studies issues are now an essential component in many professional careers.
This major provides you with opportunities to explore the historical, cultural and political relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians through theoretical and practical engagements. You'll gain an awareness of the tensions produced by the historical relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians and Indigenous standpoints, and you'll understand how to develop and implement initiatives and strategies to address those tensions.
Study Midwifery at Griffith
Learn from the best
Griffith offers Australia's leading midwifery program. As the only university in Australia with two professors of midwifery, Griffith is Australia's No. 1 ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery, and 3rd in the world.
Graduates in demand
You’ll graduate with a solid foundation of midwifery’s theoretical knowledge and practical applications. Griffith midwifery graduates are sought after and employed in hospitals and health centres all over the world.
Essential hands-on experience
Our Bachelor of Midwifery degree blends online learning with two-week intensive blocks on campus each semester. You’ll learn from expert midwives in midwifery laboratories that simulate the clinical environment. You’ll also undertake midwifery clinical experience through extensive placements in health services involving morning, evening and night shifts.
Clinical Placements
You’ll also undertake midwifery clinical experience through extensive placements in health services involving morning, evening and night shifts.
Placements are available at a range of sites and partner hospitals, from the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast. In your third year, you may choose to complete a rural or international clinical placement.
You’ll participate in contemporary clinical placements and clinical tutorials supported by practice lecturers where you’ll have the opportunity to apply the skills taught and practiced in the clinical learning labs when working under the supervision of registered midwives.
You’ll follow 20 women throughout their pregnancy, birth and the six week period after birth. You’ll be required to be on call to attend the labour and birth.
Your clinical experience will be gained across a variety of settings and hospital services. You’ll be allocated to one main hospital or a private midwifery practice, where you’ll undertake 2–3 shifts per week across the 24-hour time span that women access care from midwives.
Financial support will soon be available during your practical placement through the Commonwealth Prac Payment, July 2025. Learn more about the payment and how it can support you on your journey to becoming a midwife.
You’ll graduate with a solid foundation of midwifery’s theoretical knowledge and practical applications.
5-Star Rated
Nursing at Griffith is rated 5-stars for Learning Resources, Overall Experience, Skills Development, Student Support and Teaching Quality by the Good Universities Guide 2024, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
*Tied position, 2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
Take your place in engineering the future
Civil engineers provide a major contribution to society by supporting the design and development of essential services, and by managing and improving the built environment. If you want a career creating tomorrow's cities, then this major is for you.
By studying civil engineering, you'll develop your knowledge in the planning, design, construction and management of buildings and infrastructure such as: roads, bridges, rail networks, irrigation, drainage and flood mitigation systems, airports, water and wastewater treatment plants, port and harbours, coastal defence and management systems, commercial buildings and residential houses. If you want a career creating tomorrow's cities, then this major is for you.
Career outcomes
Capable, confident midwifery graduates can take their skills anywhere
Griffith midwifery graduates are highly valued and in constant demand throughout Australia and overseas, with their extensive knowledge and strong clinical skills.
Increasingly, midwives are relied upon by women to provide top level advice and assistance during pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period. As a competent and accountable professional, you'll work in partnership with women to provide high quality, safe and effective care before, during and after childbirth.
You'll find opportunities for a rewarding, challenging career as a midwife in a range of public and private healthcare settings, including:
Private practice
Maternity and neonatal care settings
Academia
Teaching
Research
Rural remote health care
International aid organisations
Other employment opportunities can include research and policy development.
Find solutions to environmental problems for a sustainable future
If you have an interest in the environment and how best to solve the challenges ahead, a Griffith environmental science degree will give you the knowledge, skills and experience to play your part in the future. With a range of majors to choose from, you can study what you are passionate about.
You'll learn how the various sciences and the environment are related, and how to use this knowledge to solve and manage environmental problems. You'll study and investigate key issues in biodiversity, land and water sustainability, renewable energy, energy conservation, carbon capture and emission management, sustainable building design, urban planning, public health and well-being, economic development, triple bottom line analysis, and environmental, national and international treaty law.
Study composition at Griffith
Develop your passion into your career
Being a composer requires a combination of creative inspiration and tangible skills
Our program is structured to develop your potential and prepare you for work as a successful composer, with the musical and practical skills you'll need to embark on a professional musical career. You'll be given the opportunity to explore and engage with musical ideas and develop a substantial appreciation of the experience of creating, performing and listening critically. You'll be encouraged to improvise, equipping yourself with one of a composer's most important abilities.
Learn from the best
Queensland Conservatorium has music industry connections on a global scale. As you learn to apply your talents at a professional level, you'll draw on these outstanding resources, studying not only with accomplished Australian music educators and composers but also with visiting international artists.
Hear your work come to life
What was the last movie or television show you saw? Is the soundtrack or score vivid in your memory? Did you think 'I could do that?' The thrill of having your original work performed is what drives aspiring composers. Studying here, you'll have the opportunity to hear your compositions played live by the many ensembles and students of the Queensland Conservatorium.
#1 Ranked for creative arts education in Australia
Griffith University is the best creative arts school in the country, according to the 2017 Uni Reviews rankings. We are proud to be the dream destination for aspiring young musicians and performing artists from around the world.
Find solutions to environmental problems for a sustainable future
If you have an interest in the environment and how best to solve the challenges ahead, a Griffith environmental science degree will give you the knowledge, skills and experience to play your part in the future. With a range of majors to choose from, you can study what you are passionate about. And then take that expertise into your workplace, into your new career or even through to further research.
Throughout your studies learn how the various sciences and the environment are related, and how to use this knowledge to solve and manage environmental problems. You'll study and investigate key issues in biodiversity, land and water sustainability, renewable energy, energy conservation, carbon capture and emission management, sustainable building design, urban planning, public health and well-being, economic development, triple bottom line analysis, and environmental, national and international treaty law.
Career outcomes
Your skills will add value to your current profession, or get you set for a career as a psychology professional
Studying psychology gives you a broad range of transferable skills. Griffith graduates complete their studies with the training and experience to begin working straight away and are highly regarded by employers.
In particular, demand for counsellors and their skills is expected to grow strongly in Australia to November 2019* and the Griffith Bachelor of Counselling has been designed with input from frontline counselling agencies to ensure you graduate with the skills and experience they are looking for.
You will be qualified for professional employment as a probationary psychologist in areas such as job placement, clinical or organisational psychology, counselling, guidance, health management and social research. You can also pursue further studies towards becoming a clinical or organisational psychologist, or to work in other specialist fields of psychology.
Psychology graduates are employed in a wide range of occupations and industries including in human resource management, aged care services, the police service and defence forces, marketing, welfare and community services, childrens services and family support, correctional services, and mental health services.
You may find work as an addictions counsellor, performance and workforce manager in business, school guidance officer, disability support worker, community corrections officer or child safety officer.
Our other degrees will also give you a thorough grounding in how psychology applies to:
mental health
development and ageing
neuroscience
thinking and perceiving
personality
criminal activity
social relationships
working in organisations.
*Australian Government Job Outlook, March 2016.
Career outcomes
Follow your passion as you build your composing career
Griffith composition graduates are well rounded professionals with enviable skills and a strong musical style. You'll be equipped with a sound foundation of different techniques, enabling you to express yourself as an artist. You will enter the musical arena with a clear understanding of what's required by instrumental and vocal ensembles and companies, orchestras, theatre, media, the entertainment industry and community arts.
Career options include writing or arranging for:
Film
Plays
Television
Concert performance
Musical theatre
New technology multimedia
Study Counselling at Griffith
Applying the latest knowledge
We work closely with experienced professionals who are at the frontline of counselling services, to make sure our Bachelor of Counselling graduates are equipped with current and relevant knowledge and skills. You'll be introduced to counselling subjects early in your degree so you can understand what is required to work in this field.
Essential hands-on experience
During your Griffith counselling degree you'll gain comprehensive hands-on experience, including 350 hours of on-campus counselling training plus placement opportunities.
Build a base for your psychology career
This is an excellent degree if you want to pursue a career in psychology but would like to start working sooner, rather than spend the extra time required to study and eventually practise psychology. A Griffith counselling degree is also ideal if you don't want to study more advanced subjects in psychology research and statistics.
Study your way
Create your study plan to fit with your existing commitments such as work and family. With the flexibility of studying part-time or full-time, over two or three trimesters, you have choices. At Mount Gravatt and the Gold Coast, you can start your degree sooner with intakes in February, July and October.
Employer demand
There is growing demand in Australia for counsellors and counselling skills. Our Griffith counselling degree gives you the current skills and hands-on experience which employers are looking for.
Employer Demand
Demand for counsellors and their skills is expected to grow strongly in Australia to November 2025* and the Bachelor of Counselling has been designed with input from frontline counselling agencies, including what they require in graduates.
*National Skills Commission, Employment Projections March 2021
Take your place in the fast-paced world of software engineering
Are you interested in mathematics, computer systems, engineering principles and information systems? Software engineers design and implement the software systems our society depends on—from biotechnology to sports to submarines.
At Griffith you'll develop strong professional capabilities in programming and software development. During your software engineering degree, you'll be involved in group project work and develop software for external clients, so you'll graduate with skills in teamwork, project management and quality management.
The building blocks of early learning set up children for life
Postgraduate study in early childhood teaching (Kindergarten to Year 3) develops professionals who are highly respected for their quality of preparation and their dedication.
Your expertise will allow you to play a vital role in the development and care of children during their most formative years. Working at childcare, kindergarten or primary school level, you'll help them to interpret their world, social relationships and responsibilities with knowledge and nurturing. You'll also extend support to families and caregivers, so the benefits carry over into home life.
If you're already a teacher, you can continue your professional learning in accordance with the requirements of the Queensland College of Teachers in order to maintain your teacher registration.
Nursing is one of the world's most respected professions, offering rewarding opportunities to promote health, prevent illness and alleviate suffering. At Griffith, Australia's No. 1 university for nursing*, you'll gain the essential experience and skills to deliver excellent care. With five-star ratings** for student support and teaching quality—and paid prac placements starting in 2025—you’ll be set up for success from day one. Early clinical placement opportunities across diverse health sectors in rural, remote and international settings ensure you're prepared to make a lasting impact in healthcare.
Choose a world-class pathway to a career in medicine
Griffith's four year graduate-entry Doctor of Medicine will help you take your first step on the road to becoming a doctor. It's accredited by the Australian Medical Council and incorporates a strong community focus.
It also has a strong practical focus, with clinical placements being an integral part of each year of study. In your final two years you will be based primarily in off-campus health care services such as hospitals and general practices.
Griffith University's School of Medicine, now the School of Medicine and Dentistry, opened in 2005 with our first students graduating 2008. Today, more than 1200 graduates are in independent practice or in specialty training.
The Doctor of Medicine is available at our Gold Coast campus and also at our Sunshine Coast site at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute adjacent to the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. In Years 3 and 4 of the program it is also possible for students to undertake a Rural Longlook Program through our Rural Clinical School
The Doctor of Medicine is an AQF Level 9 Masters Extended degree.
Further your knowledge and skills in rehabilitation counselling
Are you passionate about helping people to overcome the obstacles and personal challenges they are facing? With our postgraduate degree, you will gain the knowledge and skills needed to work as a rehabilitation counsellor in government, insurance, private and not-for-profit rehabilitation services. With our flexible study options, you will learn about vocational evaluation, job placement, injury management, disability studies, applied counselling and research methods.
Care for patients at the frontline of emergency medical response
Whether you're preparing to start your career in healthcare or building on your existing experience in the field, you'll understand the unique challenges and rewards of paramedicine, working to help people in need and even saving lives at the frontline of patient care.
As a student of paramedicine at Griffith, you'll gain clinical decision-making, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and will learn about human body systems, paramedic practice, emergency treatment of disease and response to trauma.
You'll also develop strong practical skills through clinical simulation delivered through Griffith's extensive range of simulation facilities and will complete a minimum of 400 hours of applied clinical placements and professional practice.
Expand your opportunities
Accountants play a vital role in the management and financial footprint of companies and organisations. They are consulted for their opinions and asked to interpret important information. Accountants are instrumental to economic growth.
If you're ready to take your accounting career to the next level and demonstrate your leadership capabilities, Griffith Business School offers support to help you to become a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA).
Build on your skills and experience
A postgraduate business degree can help you achieve your career goals, whether you're interested in changing careers, in broadening your skills, or becoming a specialist. Griffith's Master of Business is designed for professionals aspiring to make the move to management roles, for current managers seeking formal qualifications and for those looking to move careers.
Gain the knowledge and skills needed for organising medium-to-large-scale conventions, festivals, sporting and charitable events. Learn to critically analyse and evaluate current tourism and hospitality management practices and provide leadership in the sustainable development of tourism enterprises. Acquire expertise in sport marketing and promotion, sports law, sport and recreation planning and development, sport business and sporting events.
Take the lead
These days there is no such thing as business as usual. That's why Griffith offers the progressive, new perspective that modern leaders need. Our innovative postgraduate commerce degrees will give you the advanced knowledge, skills—and the postgraduate qualification—to be one of tomorrow's financial leaders.
Whether you're looking for professional recognition of your career to date, or to move into more senior roles in the accounting, finance or financial planning industries, Griffith's specialised suite of commerce degrees can help take your career to the next level.
Improve the wellbeing of people in your community through pharmacy
Whether you're already working in healthcare or planning a career change, Griffith postgraduate degrees in pharmacy and pharmacology have a strong jobs, industry and community care focus, and our graduates are highly sought after in healthcare environments within Australia and overseas. This provides you with a variety of pathways to a various careers such as pharmacology, toxicology or drug research, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and other health industries.
You'll learn through hands-on experience in state-of-the-art facilities such as an immersive virtual learning environment as well as formulation, pharmacology and analytical laboratories and you'll have access to professional practice placements at the nearby Gold Coast University Hospital and other clinical environments.
The finance industry is global and goes way beyond handling money and balancing accounts
A postgraduate degree in finance will set you on a path of financial discovery, looking at the myriad of intricacies that can impact upon the international financial sector.
Incorporating the CFA Institute Body of Knowledge into your finance studies can help you reach your career goals sooner. The Chartered Financial Analyst® credential is the professional standard of choice for more than 31,000 investment firms worldwide and will help you stand out in the global finance industry.
Bring ideas to life
Consider the huge number of music festivals, fashion, cultural and community events, concerts and major sporting activities held each year. Events are central features of the Australian lifestyle and cultures around the world. If you're keen to help organise, manage and promote these activities, studying event management is the ideal option for you.
A postgraduate event management qualification equips you with the principles and practices associated with planning, managing and staging special events. It explores key factors in the successful operation and management of events and facilities, and provides an understanding of the relevance of events to key stakeholders, such as corporate, non-government and government organisations, and communities.
Financial planning is all about wealth creation
It's about having the skills and the knowledge to make people's money work for them—not the other way around. As well as possessing analytical and problem solving skills, financial planners need to be excellent communicators in order to develop client relationships. Clients entrust financial planners to give them the best advice on their financial future so being able to clearly explain concepts and strategies is vital in ensuring your client can make informed decisions and achieve their goals.
As a financial planning graduate, you can build a very rewarding career helping to secure people's financial future.
Employment relations and human resources are vital for organisational success.
High-performing workplaces are those that can harness employee effort and employee engagement.
Today's HR managers identify, recruit and coach leaders. They are advisors, negotiators and communicators. And most importantly, they're in demand. Organisations understand that a happy work force significantly increases profits.
Employment relations professionals are skilled negotiators, labour law gurus and organisational experts. If you've got what it takes to see both sides of an issue, make tough decisions and can take the heat, this career path is for you.
Companies that find common ground between employees and employers come out on top. Think Google—the world's top companies are famous because their employees love to work for them.
Lead the way to transform midwifery practice
Now’s the time to advance your maternity care career. To help support our community’s post-pandemic recovery, Griffith is offering a range of specialty online qualifications, with partial government funding, including our Graduate Certificate in Primary Maternity Care.
Griffith offers Australia's leading midwifery program; we offer extensive support and flexible study options to help you fit study into your life. Many of our students are of mature age and people changing careers. We understand the pressures involved in achieving work/life balance, so we go the extra mile so you’ll have the best possible chance to succeed.
Build stronger communities to create a better world
If you're currently working in the human services sector, Griffith's postgraduate degrees will help enhance your collaboration, communication and advocacy skills, while opening doors to new career paths in our changing society. With health care and social assistance the fastest growing industry in Australia, there’s never been a better time to formalise your experience, build new skills, or widen your professional network with a postgraduate qualification from Griffith.
Our Graduate Certificate and Masters programs are made up of modern, relevant, multidisciplinary courses underpinned by a close, dynamic relationship between student and teacher. They're delivered in a range of flexible modes, making it easy for you to fit study around your existing work or personal priorities.
Improve the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities
If you're passionate about human rights and social justice, a career in social work is challenging and rewarding, intense and immensely fulfilling.
Griffith's Master of Social Work will provide you with a postgraduate professional social work qualification that opens the door to the profession. It is specifically designed for graduates holding undergraduate degrees (bachelor level or equivalent) with some social and behavioural science components.
The frameworks for practice incorporated in this program are designed to ensure graduates are effective, ethical and innovative thinkers, communicators, problem solvers, change facilitators and leaders.
Further your career in one of the largest sectors of healthcare
If you're already working in healthcare, you know that medical science is essential to every aspect of delivering care to patients, with every facet of healthcare influenced by diagnostics - including pharmaceutical and technology development, patient management, clinical trials and more. There's an increasing demand for these highly trained personnel, who are the key people working behind the scenes performing diagnostic tests that help doctors diagnose diseases such as glandular fever, diabetes, influenza and cancer.
Griffith is your best choice to build your career in this field, with our graduates highly regarded for their knowledge and skills. In gaining your Bachelor of Medical Science, you'll become trained in a wide range of high tech diagnostic tools and gain extensive hands-on experience by working with experienced clinicians during clinical placements in healthcare facilities.
Be the lawyer the world needs
Want your career to leave a legacy? Join the university ranked No. 1 for law in Australia* and prepare to tackle the unique challenges of our globalised society.
At Griffith Law School, gain the skillset you need to create a more just and equitable future through progressive practical experience and industry placements, starting from your first year. Work for real clients on real cases while building valuable connections as part of your study. With mentorship from experienced legal practitioners and access to hands-on learning opportunities, Griffith Law School equips you to make a meaningful impact and build a fairer future.
Enhance your career prospects with a double degree in law, with options available across a range of fields including criminology, business, arts and psychological science.
Improving human health through understanding environmental influences
Are you interested in health but not sure which area you want to specialise in? The Bachelor of Health Science is an ideal introduction. The majors also provide a direct graduate career path into Environmental Health. You'll earn how to understand and manage environmental health issues such as food safety, water pollution, infectious disease outbreaks and hazardous waste.
A Griffith environmental health degree is a strong base to build your career as an environmental health officer or similar role in government and industry. Our diverse electives will help equip you for careers in a range of scientific and allied professions including working as a scientific advisor, pathology technician, industry representative, technical sales specialist, laboratory technician or research assistant.
Create a positive impact on people's lives by enabling them to be more productive and self-sufficient
Occupational therapy can have a profound effect on people's lives by helping them manage and overcome difficulties due to illness, injury or environmental barriers. You can make a positive impact on the way people interact with their families, at their work, school or in sports, and more broadly in the wider community.
In this degree, you'll develop the knowledge and skills needed to work as an occupational therapist, and will learn how to enable people to do the activities - the occupations - they need or want to do in order to live a meaningful life. In addition to occupational theory and practice, you'll undertake 1000 hours of practical placements starting in first year, and will get to apply the skills and knowledge you've learnt in real life settings.
On completion of the degree, graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
Learn how the economic and business worlds work and how markets communicate in an evolving industry.
In today’s world, economics is about more than just numbers. Economists keep economies strong and stable and can help poor nations develop. You’ll learn how the business world works and how markets communicate with each other in evolving environments and industries. You’ll develop the skills necessary to approach business with an innovative and creative mindset that will help set you apart from others.
The sky’s the limit
Join one of Australia’s most highly recognised aviation programs, which produces more pilots and aviation professionals than any other university in the country. For over 30 years, we have built an award-winning international reputation for graduates who are industry ready through our innovative approach to aviation education. Learning in state-of the-art facilities you’ll also study courses in areas such as aviation management, navigation and planning.
Study accounting and business law at Griffith
Study accounting and business law at Griffith
Accounting Masters with CPA Program studies
Get expert tuition, access to study groups and all the academic support you need to prepare you for sitting the CPA Program professional-level exams. Griffith offers a structured learning program for CPA Program candidates as part of our Master of Accounting (for accounting graduates) and Master of Professional Accounting (for non-accounting graduates) programs. Combine this with all the hallmarks of postgraduate study at Griffith Business School—leading insights on responsible leadership, sustainable business practices and an Asia-Pacific focus—and you’ll be prepared to take on a brave new business world.
Accounting Masters with ACCA Pathway
If you are from a non-accounting background, the Master of Professional Accounting will help you to develop the technical and conceptual skills needed to become an accountant and will develop your ability to analyse, critique and synthesise various accounting and related principles, methods and techniques. In a Queensland first, the Master of Professional Accounting provides you with exemptions from Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) foundation level exams and will provide academic support to help you prepare for ACCA’s professional-level examinations.
5-Star Rated
Griffith Business School is rated 5-stars for Educational Experience and Teaching Quality in Business and Management by the Good Universities Guide 2018, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
Postgraduate Scholarships
We know that coming back to study can be a big decision. That's why Griffith Business School offers a range of postgraduate scholarships to support new students, like you, to successfully complete your degree through direct financial support.
Study business at Griffith
Reach your full potential
The Master of Business will provide you with the formal qualifications and skills needed to accelerate your career and take the next step into management. Designed to suit your career aspirations and interests, you can choose to complete majors in the following areas:
At Griffith, we recognise the value of professional experience as well as previous study. Even if you haven't studied at university before, our professional entry option recognises relevant work experience as qualification for entry to the Graduate Certificate in Business.
Expand your career options
Get more out of your postgraduate study by choosing one of our double masters’ degrees. You will gain advanced knowledge and skills in two fields that complement each other, which will help you stand out when seeking a promotion or a career change.
Postgraduate Scholarships
We know that coming back to study can be a big decision. That's why Griffith Business School offers a range of postgraduate scholarships to support new students, like you, to successfully complete your degree through direct financial support.
5-Star Rated
Griffith Business School is rated 5-stars for Educational Experience and Teaching Quality in Business and Management by the Good Universities Guide 2018, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
Study commerce at Griffith
Designed with your career in mind
Our range of postgraduate commerce degrees have been created with your future career in mind. Our partnerships with industry leaders and structured support to help you gain coveted industry qualifications equip you with the knowledge and skills to be successful in your field. You can choose to specialise in:
Accounting
Griffith offers a structured learning program for CPA Program candidates as part of the Master of Accounting and Master of Professional Accounting. The Master of Professional Accounting also provides exemptions from Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) foundation-level exams.
Griffith’s Master of Finance degree has been accepted into the CFA Institute University Recognition Program. This degree incorporates at least 70 per cent of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge, placing emphasis on the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
In an industry-first innovation, leading financial services company AMP and Griffith University have created a series of postgraduate financial planning degrees that combine theoretical coursework with practical real-life experience as a financial adviser.
At Griffith, we recognise the value of professional experience as well as previous study. Even if you haven't studied at university before, our professional entry options recognise relevant work experience as qualification for entry to the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Finance and the Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning.
Postgraduate Scholarships
We know that coming back to study can be a big decision. That's why Griffith Business School offers a range of postgraduate scholarships to support new students, like you, to successfully complete your degree through direct financial support.
5-Star Rated
Griffith Business School is rated 5-stars for Educational Experience and Teaching Quality in Business and Management by the Good Universities Guide 2018, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
Government-funded
Postgraduate nursing degrees
For a limited time, we’re offering a range of discounted online graduate certificates. Apply now
Safely, legally and effectively prescribe medicine in midwifery practice with the technical skills you will learn in this course after your application for midwifery prescribing endorsement is approved with Ahpra / Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Interested in nursing? Find out more about our nursing degrees.
Strengthen your employment opportunities in a rapidly growing healthcare sector
Griffith is one of Australia’s foremost universities in the delivery of exercise science and sport degrees, and is ranked #42 globally in Sports-Related Subjects*
If you're passionate about health, exercise and sport, you'll find a Griffith degree that matches your passion. We have a long and successful track record of quality learning and teaching and our exercise science and sport degrees will take your career as far as you want to go.
Our exercise science and sport degrees equip you for roles in current and future exercise and sport environments, including roles such as training and treating athletes from local to elite level, and both professional and representative sporting teams. The health and aged care sectors are experiencing an increasing demand for professionally qualified exercise scientists, and these skills are well sought after in treating the challenges of our ageing population and the growing burden of chronic disease.
*2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject
See problems as opportunities
Marketing is fast-paced, exciting and always challenging. It's about analysing markets, competitors, customers and your own organisation to understand why they behave the way they do under differing and constantly changing market conditions, and then finding marketing solutions to achieve success.
It is an ideal career if you're creative, analytical and a good communicator. Whether you are looking to progress your career and skills or move into marketing from a different industry, a postgraduate degree will give you a solid base of marketing knowledge and expertise. You'll learn about the latest techniques and technologies in consumer behaviour, market research and integrated marketing communications.
Study with Australia's No.1 ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery*
Prepare to make your next career move
If you’re currently working in nursing or in allied health, our postgraduate programs will help you build on your undergraduate learning, extend your clinical skills and theoretical knowledge, and open doors to career advancement.
You’ll learn from award winning teachers and leading researchers, whose expert knowledge positions Griffith as the No. 1* ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery in Australia, and 3rd* in the world.
5-Star Rated
Nursing at Griffith is rated 5-stars for Learning Resources, Overall Experience, Skills Development, Student Support and Teaching Quality by the Good Universities Guide 2024, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
The School of Nursing and Midwifery is a community of scholars committed to the development of professional health, nursing and midwifery knowledge and practice through scholarship, research and strong collaborative links with the clinical field. The School has a growing reputation in health, nursing and midwifery education, scholarship and research.
*Tied position, 2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
Prepare for professional success in the animation industry
If you come to life at the thought of a career as a professional animator, studying animation at Griffith will give you the skills to stand out in this competitive global industry. Ranked top 2 in Australia*, our animation degree covers every aspect of animated filmmaking and is tailored to address the evolving needs of the animation sector.
You'll develop your own vision as an artist and animator, studying concept development, storyboarding, 2D, 3D and stop-motion character animation, motion capture, editing, graphic processes, sound recording, visual effects, post-production, marketing and distribution. You'll use top of the line hardware and premium industry-recognised software to produce original animated projects, from concept to delivery.
*Animation Career Review 2023 College Rankings
Advance your career
Postgraduate qualifications are becoming more desirable in both the private and public sectors, especially for senior management positions. A degree in management is an investment in your future that could open up a new world of prospects and give you a competitive edge in the employment market.
Top managers must learn to combine corporate culture with local norms, and build trust by modelling ethical behaviour. A postgraduate management degree will equip you with the analytical, communication and decision-making skills to deal with the challenges facing today's modern business world.
Undertaking postgraduate studies in dentistry represents a major decision to invest in your career
Whether you're looking to advance professionally, improve your employment prospects, change direction or investigate an area of personal interest, Griffith's School of Dentistry and Oral Health offers a range of forward-thinking postgraduate programs for professionals in practice, students already qualified in our Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science or equivalent, and to holders of Honours degrees. Undertaking postgraduate studies in dentistry can lead to prestigious careers in academic teaching, research, or speciality practice.
Focus on turning your interest into a career
Photography strongly influences the ways we express ourselves, how we perceive the world, and the forming of public opinion. A degree in Visual Arts prepares students for a professional career, providing you with the skills and knowledge to turn your creative photographic talents into a rewarding business.
Michael Whitney
Griffith Master of Pharmacy graduate
When Master of Pharmacy graduate Michael Whitney began studying at Griffith, becoming an officer in the Royal Australian Air Force was not part of the plan. A visit to campus by the defence forces saw him apply for the RAAF while still an undergraduate. 'I heard they were recruiting future health professionals,' he said. 'I already knew I was going to study the Masters and I was keen to become a pharmacist. However, I also wanted to be part of something bigger and serve my country. The opportunity to be involved in tasks such as drug logistics in war or in disaster-ravaged nations was very appealing.' With financial backing for his degree fees and a guaranteed job at the end of it, Michael was sponsored by the RAAF to complete his internship in a community pharmacy in Elanora on the Gold Coast.
Georgina Morris
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Second year Bachelor of Pharmacy student Georgina Morris is a proud Aboriginal woman and now, a scholarship recipient recently receiving the Go Further Indigenous Tertiary Scholarship. The scholarship, awarded by Arrow Energy, provides $5000 for part-time students and $10,000 for full time students, to support better educational outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Georgina plans to pursue a Doctor of Medicine after graduating with her bachelor’s degree and to use the skills she gains to give back to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. “I decided to pursue pharmacy as I knew I would gain a deep understanding of medicine and patient care prior to further studying to become a medical practitioner,” Georgina said. “My long-term career goal is to work with Aboriginal patients in rural and remote locations as a part of the Royal Flying Doctor Service to satisfy my desire to see positive change in the well-being of the wider community.
Dream of being your own boss?
Do you have a creative idea for a new product or service and want to launch your own business or start-up? Choosing to study innovation and entrepreneurship will teach you how to be an effective, innovative and dynamic manager and you'll graduate with the skills, knowledge and confidence required to develop and manage a successful business.
Become a leader of the future
Undertaking security studies will develop your skills to understand what makes humans feel secure or insecure, and how these threats can be tackled and prevented in the future.
At Griffith our program is structured to explore world issues from human rights to economic development, war, security threats, peace and the wider challenges and opportunities that globalisation brings.
The Graduate Certificate in Safety Leadership is offered part-time and online, planned to fit with your existing commitments
Set yourself up for success in emerging Asian business markets
Asia is a vibrant and significant part of the global economy in the 21st century and a major trading partner with Australia. Asia is emerging as the world’s largest producer and consumer of goods and is populated by dynamic and complex societies. A deep understanding of Asian history, culture, politics and business relations is required to successfully engage throughout Asia – in government, commercial and not for profit environments.
Do you live and breathe sport?
Imagine turning your passion into a fulfilling and exciting career. Consider the huge number of major sporting activities—V8 Supercars, triathlons, marathons and football grand finals to name a few—held every year. Sport is a central feature of Australian lifestyle, and if you're keen to help organise, manage and promote this industry, studying sport management is the ideal option for you.
With a degree in sports management, you'll develop specialist knowledge of the sport industry combined with solid business skills to enable you to manage professional and not-for-profit sport organisations, athletes, sporting events and more.
Study finance at Griffith
Study finance at Griffith
CFA Institute University Recognition Program
Griffith’s Master of Finance degrees have been accepted into the CFA Institute University Recognition Program. Through these degrees, you’ll gain advanced knowledge and skills relevant to the investment profession. The Master of Finance is designed for students from any background looking to take on a career in finance, and covers the curriculum from all three levels of CFA exams. Griffith University is able to award up to five CFA Program Awareness Scholarships for suitable candidates to sit the CFA professional examinations.
Practice with live market data
State-of-the art market trading rooms that mimic the Australian Stock Exchange and use the same software as stockbroking and finance firms are available at Nathan and Gold Coast campuses. These trading rooms allow you to gain valuable experience—without risking any money. You’ll have access to the latest finance and economics databases and can cross live to what’s actually going on at the stock exchange.
5-Star Rated
Griffith Business School is rated 5-stars for Educational Experience and Teaching Quality in Business and Management by the Good Universities Guide 2018, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
Postgraduate Scholarships
We know that coming back to study can be a big decision. That's why Griffith Business School offers a range of postgraduate scholarships to support new students, like you, to successfully complete your degree through direct financial support.
Study to suit your lifestyle
Whether you’re balancing work, family or just life in general, we understand that study isn’t your only commitment. That’s why Griffith Business School’s postgraduate marketing degrees have been developed to be flexible, so you can fit your passion for learning into your busy schedule. Study full-time or part-time, online, on-campus or a combination of both. Plus, as life gets busy, you’ll have the flexibility to accelerate or slow down your study to make your university life easier and more enjoyable.
At Griffith we do online better, with more degrees, more flexibility and more support. Online study gives you the same high-quality content, the same academics, plus the option to study anywhere, anytime, with dedicated support when you need it. Of course, even if you choose to study online, you can still come to campus to take advantage of all the great facilities we have to offer. Explore the three ways to study online at Griffith and find out how you can mix-and-match to suits your needs.
Accelerate your online study
At Griffith Business School, you can choose to fast-track your marketing study by completing our accelerated online degrees in the Graduate Certificate in Finance or the Master of Finance. Ideal for busy people, each course is 100% online and takes six weeks to complete, so you can focus on one subject at a time and still graduate in up to two years. With six intakes every year, you can start almost straight away and gain your qualification sooner.
The accelerated online experience at Griffith includes:
100% online content
No matter where you are based in Australia, our courses are 100% online so all learning materials and assessments are accessible wherever you choose to study.
Accelerated learning
Our accelerated online programs are fast-tracked, so you study one course every six weeks to gain your qualification sooner.
Dedicated advisors
From your initial enquiry and application to graduation, we’ll support you with a dedicated Student Advisor team for the whole journey.
Digital networking
Engage with a community of like-minded, experienced professionals in an interactive and collaborative digital learning environment.
Start straight away
With six intakes a year, you can virtually start whenever you’re ready.
Want to know more about accelerated online study at Griffith?
Help people understand their minds and create a healthier future for all
Whether you’re just starting your journey in psychological science or building on your existing skills, Griffith is the ideal choice. With a reputation for producing highly sought-after graduates, we offer multiple pathways to becoming a psychologist or applying your knowledge in related careers. Our alumni work across a range of industries, using their expertise to improve mental health outcomes and contribute to a healthier future for all.
Griffith is a leader in psychology education at all levels, offering world-class student support and qualifications. From foundational learning in our Diploma of Psychological Science to postgraduate coursework and supervised research at our renowned Centre for Mental Health, you will learn from practising experts who are leading groundbreaking research.
At Griffith, you’ll benefit from practical experience in our on-campus psychology clinics, as well as leading hospitals and medical centres, gaining the skills needed to make a tangible impact in the field. As healthcare evolves and the importance of mental health grows, our graduates are prepared for diverse and rewarding career opportunities in this rapidly changing landscape.
Study suicide prevention and suicidology online
The study of suicide and suicidal behaviours presents a challenge for all researchers, given the many complexities that characterise their causes and phenomenology.Griffith offers world-leading postgraduate programs in suicide prevention studies and suicidology to provide you with scientifically-based and theoretical knowledge to deal with suicide in an academic, policy or practical context.
Biology, sociology, psychology and psychiatry are just the starting points of a journey through the suicidal mind in which elements like culture, traditions, religious beliefs, ethical and philosophical issues are all important players.
Apply your expertise to understand, prevent and control infection and disease
Further your understanding of the growing global threats of healthcare-associated infection and communicable diseases with the Griffith Graduate Infection Control Program - one of the most successful and longest running of its kind in Australasia.
Our postgraduate degrees will equip you with the knowledge and skills to design, implement and evaluate infection prevention and control programs in clinical and non-clinical settings around the world. These include acute, community and population-based settings, hospitals, extended care and residential care facilities. You will be ready to contribute to the development of policy, standards, and guidelines for healthcare practice locally, nationally and internationally.
Gain greater training and development expertise
Are you interested in educating the leaders of the future? Our programs will prepare you for professional roles in adult and professional learning. You'll develop your existing vocational knowledge and build your capacity for professional work in training, teaching, development and research-related roles. Equipped with the teaching specialisation of this degree, you'll be well prepared to pursue careers in mainstream adult and vocational education fields.
Midwifery is more than a job. It's a challenging, varied and highly specialised role that integrates skill, knowledge and tradition.
Increasingly, midwives are relied upon by women to provide top level advice and assistance during pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period. As a competent and accountable professional, you'll work in partnership with women to provide high quality, safe and effective care before, during and after childbirth.
Experienced maternity care providers have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in their area of clinical interest with our online postgraduate programs.
Talk to our students
Do you want to speak to a Griffith student who knows what it is really like to study and live in Australia? Talk to one of our Student Ambassadors and get your questions answered. This is a unique opportunity for you to ask about studying at Griffith, accommodation options, social and cultural life, the cost of living, what our Queensland campuses have to offer, and how welcoming our university is.
Drive change and improve the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities
Are you passionate about supporting and improving people’s wellbeing? Then social work is for you. At Griffith, our social work degrees are designed to develop high-quality practitioners who can advocate for those in their most vulnerable moments and drive tangible change. Benefitting from our flexible study options, you'll gain job-ready skills to assist individuals, families, groups and communities in areas such as counselling, advocacy and work with First Nations People, disability, youth, and child welfare.
Through our programs, you will advocate for a healthier future for all, developing critical thinking skills grounded in the values of social justice, diversity and equity. Whether on a local, national or global level, you’ll make a real impact and stand beside those who need it most. Plus, with paid support for your placements, you'll gain hands-on experience while creating change within your community and beyond.
A rewarding career that makes a difference
Imagine a career that demands your personal best, working on the frontline of providing pre-hospital care. A career where you're highly trained to help people in need and even save lives. Imagine a career as a paramedic.
As a student of paramedicine at Griffith you'll develop the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that prepare you to work as a paramedic in a range of healthcare scenarios, with a focus on emergency medical response and patient transport.
This course equips you for a fulfilling career delivering quality care that helps improve the lives of others.
Your first step towards a rewarding career in dentistry
Good dental health is vital for everyone, making dentistry a primary health care profession. In choosing a career in dental science, you'll be prepared to make a difference in many lives. Bachelor degrees in Dental Science, Dental Technology and Dental Hygiene at Griffith are your stepping stone towards a career in dentistry and oral health.
From Year 1 of your studies, you'll be undertaking rigorous hands-on training, working alongside registered dentists and dental specialists in various workplace settings—including our modern dental clinic and specialised laboratories in the Griffith Health Centre, or our network of clinics in regional areas.
Understand the world and change it for the better
The best way to learn about the natural world is to get among it. Our science degrees get you out of the classroom to gain the experience employers want.
Discover the underpinnings of the world we inhabit and drive positive change by pursuing one of our specialised science degrees or enrolling in our Bachelor of Science, which offers a choice of 11 different majors. Whichever degree you pick, you'll receive expert guidance from renowned professionals as you learn in cutting-edge facilities and participate in industry and research placements.
Undertake extensive lab work, field research and internships while you study so you can graduate ready for your career. We offer a range of employability programs, including final-year projects, that enable you to gain practical experience through collaborations with industry partners. This will equip you with the skills necessary for a variety of careers, whether you plan to solve environmental crises, advance medical research or otherwise leave the world a better place than we found it.
With our science degrees, you’re not just learning about the world; you’re gaining the skills to transform it. Discover what a career in science offers.
New skills for the new opportunities in the new economy
The new economy is driven on new values; principles like sustainability, adaptability, diversity and ethics. So you’ll need a new degree that ensures you’ll graduate with the new skills employers are looking for. The new Bachelor of Business takes these principles and builds a new way of learning around them, so that you develop skills like collaboration, adaptability and creative problem solving.
A Bachelor of Business lets you transfer your career across multiple industries and sectors; from government and not-for-profit to private practice, consulting and business ownership. As a Griffith student, you’ll also have access to internships, mentors and workshops so you develop the professional skills and networks that ensure you’ll stand out in the employment market. Plus, Griffith Business School has AACSB International accreditation – meaning your degree will be recognised for it’s quality around the world.
Elevate your career and develop the skills and confidence to plan, coordinate and improve healthcare services.
For health services to operate effectively, it’s key for organisations and staff to stay up to date with technology, systems, equipment and care delivery practices. That’s why our health services management masters degrees and graduate certificates apply the latest theory to real industry challenges. They’re also structured for maximum flexibility—with the option to learn full-time, part-time or even fully online—so you can fit learning around your work and family life.
Graduate ready for the next phase of your career—whether that’s at the forefront of health leadership, running your own business or the next step up the management ladder. You’ll be prepared to demonstrate your expertise across the industry—in primary and community care, private and public hospitals, policy development or health service planning.
Your first step towards a rewarding career in dentistry
Bachelor degrees in Dental Science, Dental Technology, Dental Prosthetics and Dental Hygiene at Griffith are your stepping stone towards a rewarding career in dentistry and oral health.
From Year 1 of your studies, you'll be undertaking rigorous hands-on training, working alongside registered dentists and dental specialists in a variety of real-life settings including our state-of-the-art dental clinic, in specialised laboratories in the Griffith Health Centre, and at one of our network of regional clinics.
Once you've completed your Master of Dentistry, you'll be qualified to work as a registered dentist, with opportunities in private practice, hospitals, community dental clinics and the armed services. Further study and research can lead to a career in academic teaching or specialty practice.
Ranked top 20
Midwifery subject rankings
Ranked 14th in the world, our nursing and midwifery programs have a strong clinical focus backed by high-calibre research. We also enjoy solid relationships with providers such as the Gold Coast University Hospital.
*Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2017
Sharon Dawe
Professor of Clinical Psychology
Clinical psychology professor Sharon Dawe says one of the benefits of studying psychology at Griffith is the University's student-focussed approach to teaching. 'Right from the outset what I'm trying to do as a lecturer in psychology is to get people to take part in their own active learning process,' she says. 'What we try to do is to teach people critical thinking. It is really important that people have an opportunity to hear alternative views. Part of the Griffith vision and the Griffith worldview is that we're there as educators but we're also there to make a difference. So the idea is that we think big about how to make the world a better place.'
Turn your love of sport into a career
Imagine turning your passion into a fulfilling and exciting career. Consider the huge number of major sporting activities—V8 Supercars, triathlons, marathons and football grand finals to name a few—held every year. Sport is a central feature of Australian lifestyle, and if you're keen to help organise, manage and promote this industry, studying sport management is the ideal option for you.
With a degree in sports management, you'll develop specialist knowledge of the sport industry combined with solid business skills to enable you to manage professional and not-for-profit sport organisations, athletes, sporting events and more.
Study with Australia's No.1 ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery*
Griffith offers Australia's leading midwifery program. You'll study with Australia's No. 1 ranked university for Nursing and Midwifery, which is also ranked 3rd in the world*.
Our degrees are focused on educating professionals who can tend to the needs of pregnant women and promote the health and wellbeing of mothers and babies, while also ensuring women’s rights are respected.
Our graduates are sought after and employed in hospitals and health centres all over the world.
5-Star Rated
Midwifery at Griffith is rated 5-stars for Educational Experience, Student Support, Teaching Quality, Skills Development and Median Graduate Salary by the Good Universities Guide 2022, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
*Tied position, 2023 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects
Celebrating the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife
The 2020 global events have highlighted the importance of critical healthcare workers who are at the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic and who continue to serve the community. Students, alumni and academics from the School of Nursing and Midwifery share their experiences in these incredibly important fields.
Career outcomes
Be recognised for your expertise and ability to apply professional knowledge and skills in maternity care
You will find opportunities to expand on your rewarding, challenging career as a midwife in a range of public and private healthcare settings, including:
Private practice
Maternity and neonatal care settings
Rural and remote health care
International aid organisations
Research
Teaching
Academia
With our primary maternity care programs, you'll develop higher levels of skills and knowledge in areas such as:
Legal, professional and ethical issues in practice
Synergy in practice to meet current and future maternity reform agenda
Interactions of cultural diversity and their implications for practice
Principles of partnership working
Effective midwifery care and service provision
Study psychology at Griffith
Giving you an excellent foundation
Griffith is a leader in psychology education in Australia. If you are seeking to advance your knowledge and skills in psychology, our programs will help you achieve your ambitions.
You’ll learn how to evaluate and understand tests that measure intellectual, behavioural, and emotional states, and to apply psychological theories to areas such as thinking and perception, stress, health, criminal activity and group behaviour.
We offer a number of degrees which emphasise different aspects of psychology study, and their likely career paths:
Our new Bachelor of Counselling will enable you to make a real and potentially immediate difference in people’s lives. You’ll apply your 350 hours of person-to-person training in counselling to placement opportunities.
The Bachelor of Psychological Science is our most flexible degree, perfect if you want maximum choice. It’s the ideal platform to study a double degree paired with Business, Exercise Science, Law or Criminology.
The Bachelor of Psychology with Honours is the pathway to the major commitment of becoming a registered psychologist. In its fourth year, you’ll begin research training and be introduced to professional practice.
5-Star Rated
Psychology at Griffith is rated 5-stars for Educational Experience, Skills Development and Teaching Quality by the Good Universities Guide 2018, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
Studying law at Griffith was life-defining and one of the most rewarding things I’ve achieved. Without realising it, studying law gradually changes the lens through which we view the world and solve problems.
Help people understand their minds and create a healthier future for all
Whether you’re just starting your journey in psychological science or building on your existing skills, Griffith is the ideal choice. With a reputation for producing highly sought-after graduates, we offer multiple pathways to becoming a psychologist or applying your knowledge in related careers. Our alumni work across a range of industries, using their expertise to improve mental health outcomes and contribute to a healthier future for all.
Griffith is a leader in psychology education at all levels, offering world-class student support and qualifications. From foundational learning in our Diploma of Psychological Science to postgraduate coursework and supervised research at our renowned Centre for Mental Health, you will learn from practising experts who are leading groundbreaking research.
At Griffith, you’ll benefit from practical experience in our on-campus psychology clinics, as well as leading hospitals and medical centres, gaining the skills needed to make a tangible impact in the field. As healthcare evolves and the importance of mental health grows, our graduates are prepared for diverse and rewarding career opportunities in this rapidly changing landscape.
Thank you for your interest in studying at Griffith University. If you have any questions about your study options, please contact us on 1800 677 728.
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