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A postgraduate program is a pathway to further the knowledge gained in an undergraduate degree. Can't find what you're looking for below? Make sure you have a look at our full list of postgraduate programs.
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With so many study options to choose from, we know it can be hard to choose the right degree. So to make things easier, you can now compare all of our degree offerings and download them as a personalised PDF.
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Furthering your skills and knowledge to land your dream job doesn't have to be daunting. We offer world-class degrees with flexible study options to help you succeed.
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Do what's important to you
From shifting careers to expanding skillsets, find out from some of our students and alumni why they pursued postgraduate study.
Student and industry experience
Gaining cutting-edge knowledge through further study
Discovering the Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science and researching the content, Leigh realised that the program aligned with his career progression and interests in the field.
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Mastering her craft to have an impact more than just in the classroom
Having been through different experiences, both in her teaching career and her exposure to other fields, Gift saw one of the major challenges facing the education system in her home country of Nigeria centred around management and leadership.
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From Midwife to Academic
Discovering a love of research, Andy Ackerly discusses his recent Master of Midwifery Studies journey.
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From strength to strength; tackling leadership
When Mpontšeng Lydia Pama-Letsoela made a decision to relocate from her home country, Lesotho in Africa to complete her double master’s degree at the University of Newcastle, Australia, it felt like a huge step. But it’s one she says she’d take all over again. In fact, she intends to.
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From ATO to Entrepreneur: Cole’s software engineering journey
Cole Cornford used his extensive career in software engineering and has since created his own company. Find out more and be inspired by his story here.
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Turning passion into a career
Kate returned to study with a passion to help some of the most vulnerable people in society. Read her story to find out more.
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Improving public health action with spatial science
Recognising the value of continuous learning, Zoe Baldwin returned to study to complete a Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science. This achievement has helped to further her professional practice in spatial epidemiology and disease outbreaks.
Read more
Taking Nursing to custodial strengths
Amy tells the story of her journey to Custodial Health and returning to study years after completing her bachelor's degree.
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Postgraduate programs
A postgraduate program is a pathway to further the knowledge gained in an undergraduate degree. Can't find what you're looking for below? Make sure you have a look at our full list of postgraduate programs.
Compare and share your degrees! 1:14
Compare your favourite degrees!
With so many study options to choose from, we know it can be hard to choose the right degree. So to make things easier, you can now compare all of our degree offerings and download them as a personalised PDF.
Advance your career
Furthering your skills and knowledge to land your dream job doesn't have to be daunting. We offer world-class degrees with flexible study options to help you succeed.
Why should you study a postgraduate degree? 1.33
Do what's important to you
From shifting careers to expanding skillsets, find out from some of our students and alumni why they pursued postgraduate study.
Need more info? Sign-up for updates
What excites and motivates you? Let us know what you’re interested in and we’ll keep you updated on all the latest info and events relevant to you.
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Your previous postgrad studies could mean your next degree is completed in less time.
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Student and industry experience
Gaining cutting-edge knowledge through further study
Discovering the Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science and researching the content, Leigh realised that the program aligned with his career progression and interests in the field.
Read more
Mastering her craft to have an impact more than just in the classroom
Having been through different experiences, both in her teaching career and her exposure to other fields, Gift saw one of the major challenges facing the education system in her home country of Nigeria centred around management and leadership.
Read more
From Midwife to Academic
Discovering a love of research, Andy Ackerly discusses his recent Master of Midwifery Studies journey.
Read more
From strength to strength; tackling leadership
When Mpontšeng Lydia Pama-Letsoela made a decision to relocate from her home country, Lesotho in Africa to complete her double master’s degree at the University of Newcastle, Australia, it felt like a huge step. But it’s one she says she’d take all over again. In fact, she intends to.
Read more
From ATO to Entrepreneur: Cole’s software engineering journey
Cole Cornford used his extensive career in software engineering and has since created his own company. Find out more and be inspired by his story here.
Read more
Turning passion into a career
Kate returned to study with a passion to help some of the most vulnerable people in society. Read her story to find out more.
Read more
Improving public health action with spatial science
Recognising the value of continuous learning, Zoe Baldwin returned to study to complete a Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science. This achievement has helped to further her professional practice in spatial epidemiology and disease outbreaks.
Read more
Taking Nursing to custodial strengths
Amy tells the story of her journey to Custodial Health and returning to study years after completing her bachelor's degree.
Read more
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