Student blog

Find out what studying science at ANU is about through first-hand accounts from our students.

A woman standing in front of a creek and some buildings
13 Dec 2022

Solene Chretien is studying a Bachelor of Environment & Sustainability / Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics. As part of her studies, she completed an internship with Stop Food Waste Australia. 

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A man is sitting on a concrete step outdoors. Behind him is a giant silver ball sculpture in a courtyard between large modern buildings.
Atul Sharma | 02 Sep 2022

Research projects! Where do you start? Read up for some handy hints from someone who's already been there, done that.

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A woman in a white shirt standing in front of a creek and trees
11 Apr 2022

Tanya Javaid is an international student from Pakistan studying a Bachelor of Science (Advanced) (Honours) at ANU. We asked Tanya to tell us about her recent experience of completing an internship at CSIRO as part of her degree.

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Jordan McMahon | 05 Jan 2021

Jordan is researching a non-invasive way to detect elevated blood glucose levels in people who exhibit pre-diabetic symptoms.

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05 Nov 2020

Doing a PhD can be a long and difficult journey. Make sure you prepare yourself for the challenge and try to find a good support system to help you through the rough times.

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Tamara
05 Nov 2020

My name is Tamara and I am a 3rd-year student studying chemistry and science communication. I am also one of the peer mentors at ANU Thrive. I am very fortunate to work in a department that promotes wellbeing within the ANU community. Having supportive colleagues and a nurturing work environment is very valuable to me, particularly in challenging times like this.

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05 Nov 2020

I completed my dissertation in the field of sustainable agriculture. Through grant funding provided by the university, I was given the unique opportunity to visit a small-scale irrigation scheme in the south of Zimbabwe.

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Amber Condell | 17 Aug 2020

We lift the lid on the science that has made its way into the design of our buildings.

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21 Feb 2020

Join ANU alumni Elly Gearing on safari in the Greater Kruger, Africa.

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