Student stories
Studying science at ANU is a lifetime experience. Find out why directly from our students.
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How can Ruby Dixon, who hasn’t even graduated yet, already call herself an experienced research scientist? Because as part of her PhB program.
From some, an international environmental negotiation might seem like an incomprehensible acronym, but for Dr Luke Kemp, it’s as gripping as Game of Thrones.
Biological anthropology: more than just monkey-ing around »
If Night at the Museum seems to you like a great day at the office, then maybe you should become a biological anthropologist, or so advises student blogger...
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Science careers: Find out how Laura used her Bachelor of Science degree to land her a job as the Operations Manager for Southern Innovation
Irwin Law, Monitoring and Evaluation of Tuberculosis (TB) at the World Health Organisation (WHO)
From lizard island to ministerial briefs, Jessica’s taken up every opportunity at ANU. I work in the Terrestrial Species Conservation Section within the...
Eloise has since graduated from ANU and is headed for Oxford to start a PhD in mathematics.
Meet the nuclear scientist in a business suit »
With an undergraduate degree in aerospace engineering and an MBA already, Ken Maxwell is no stranger to graduation ceremonies.
How not to plan your summer break »
Do you love to plan for all eventualities? Are you anxious about uncertainty? Our student blogger Jesse Zondervan suggests you go against your instincts and...
Five things an international student needs to know about Canberra »
If you think Canberra is boring, or even worse, you’ve never heard of it, our student blogger Jesse Zondervan will change your tune.
We want to minimise our impact on the environment by taking lessons from nature. It’s green chemistry. “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,” said...
Exploring the region: when a three-hour trip takes you millions of years back in time »
Where other people see rocks and cliffs, our geologist student blogger Jesse Zondervan sees another world. Join him as he visits Jervis Bay.