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2018 YEAR 10 careers guide

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Front cover image: Aqeela Dawoodjee, Bachelor of Biomedical Science

Welcome to GriffithAt Griffith, we’ll get you ready for your future world of work. Known for our outstanding student experience, welcoming environment, and excellent teachers, you can choose from more than 200 future-focused degrees to gain the skills employers want, be in demand, and make a difference in a fast-changing world.

Ranked in the top 3% of universities worldwide, we have state-of-the-art teaching, sporting and research facilities, and a fun campus lifestyle.

What’s university like?University is for everyone.

* Good Universities Guide, five-star rating for overall educational experience. Griffith is ranked second in Australia for student experience in the latest Student Experience Survey National Report.

^ Based on Learning and Teaching results from the Department of Education and Training.

Is it different to school?

Lectures University is very different to school. Lectures are usually very large groups, usually non-interactive where you cover all the requirements of each course (or subject).

TutorialsYour lecture groups are broken into small classes where you will get to interact with other students through group work and ask your tutor questions. You will get guidance on how to complete your assessments.

You will get to meet like-minded people as you have all chosen to do the same degree and courses. Many students form lifelong friendships during their university years.

It’s a great experience

We rank amongst the best universities in the world, which might be why our students often tell us in surveys that they have a great time studying at Griffith*.

WorkloadIt’s up to you to set your own schedule to ensure you can attend all classes and get the work done. No-one will chase you for work if you have not completed it on time.

Why choose Griffith?

Like-minded friendship groups

Amazing locations and facilities

Get out of the classroom

You may pick a course where you can spend time in a work environment, putting what you learn in the classroom into practice. Depending on what you study, you can learn through work placements, overseas field trips, or industry projects for real clients.

Learn from great teachers

Griffith teachers have won more Australian Government awards and citations than any other university in Australia in the last five years^.

Lots of supportWe have lots of help available on campus to support you while you study. We have great libraries, assistance with careers advice, counsellors and help with finances.

Our five campuses are located in South East Queensland—Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Logan cities. We have state-of-the-art buildings and great sporting facilities, so you can maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Pick a future-focused degree

Our 200 plus degrees are future-focused, designed to make sure you’re always ready for what comes next in a fast-changing world. We’re constantly innovating and have introduced Australia’s first degrees in a range of important areas.

Have flexibility

At Griffith, we teach across three trimesters. This offers you flexibility, with the options of pacing your study to suit your needs, or fast tracking some degrees. As well as our five campuses, we offer an extensive array of online degrees, giving you the flexibility to study from anywhere, anytime.

Access a scholarship

Find out if you qualify for one of our 600 plus scholarships covering tuition fees, education and living expenses. Our straightforward process means you can apply for multiple scholarships with one easy online application.

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What’s university like?

Your future world of work Future work opportunities will be increasingly affected by automation, globalisation and collaboration. To make sure you can thrive in the future world of work, you will need a set of transferrable skills.

So what do we mean by transferrable skills? It means developing skills that are portable across jobs. Transferrable skills include: communication skills, digital literacy, writing skills, problem solving, time management, organisational skills, research skills, creativity, team work, planning, and project management.

Our skills are more portable than we realise. To future-proof your career you need to make good choices that will give you options—what subjects you study at school, what courses you take at university, and what first job you apply for will set you on the right path.

How to choose your Year 11 and 12 subjects

Step 1:Ask yourself some important questions

• What are my favourite subjects now?

• Are there subjects that I do particularly well in?

• What subjects can I choose for Grade 11 and 12 that are in complementary areas?

• What are my interests outside of school?

• Do I have an ideal job in mind, or am I thinking more of a general area I’d like to work in? Some degrees lead to a specific job—for example, teacher, architect, and doctor. If you don’t have a specific job in mind, it might be a good idea to study a more general degree, like science or business.

Step 2:Research careers and industries

Do you have an idea of what your dream job might be? You can talk to your parents, relatives, guidance counsellor, friends and teachers to find out where your interests and skills could lead you.

You can search the following sites to get an idea of what job or industry you might enjoy working in and discover what sort of qualifications you might need:

• myfuture (myfuture.edu.au)• Job Outlook ( joboutlook.gov.au)

And remember, you can still keep your options open. Careers and industries change all the time—your future job might be something that hasn’t even been invented yet.

Step 3: Investigate degree options

Think about what you want to study and find out what prerequisites apply before you select your subjects.

• What prerequisite subjects are required?

• What assumed knowledge or recommended study would be useful for certain degrees?

• What future careers can these degrees lead to?

If you change your mind just before you apply for university, that’s ok—there’s always bridging programs and opportunities to upgrade or change from one degree to another even after you finish school and start at university.

Year 10 is a great time to start thinking about university and your career. It’s ok if you’re not sure what you want to do yet, but thinking about your interests and doing some research into possible careers and degrees can help you prepare for life after school. You’ve got a while to make some final decisions. Remember, it’s common for people to change careers throughout their lifetime.

All information is correct as at May 2018 but is subject to change. Visit degrees.griffith.edu.au for the most up-to-date information.

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Gold CoastOur most comprehensive campus, the Gold Coast campus offers teaching and research across nearly all disciplines, supported by a range of state-of-the-art facilities. Co-located with the Gold Coast University Hospital and the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Village, it is one of the most exciting education precincts in Australia.

NathanNathan, our foundation campus, is situated in tranquil, native bushland on the edge of Toohey Forest. It offers degrees across a range of disciplines and is home to world-class expertise in the environment, corporate sustainability, Asian studies and the emerging biosciences.

Our campuses

South BankLocated in Brisbane’s cultural heart, the South Bank campus is renowned for excellence in the creative and performing arts. The campus encompasses the Queensland College of Art, Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith Film School and Griffith Graduate Centre.

LoganLogan, our community-focused campus, is recognised as a national showcase of social inclusion in higher education through innovative partnerships, industry engagement and degree pathways. It is a leader in flexible learning options and has strong connections with the local community, hosting numerous sporting and cultural events.

Mt Gravatt Adjacent to Nathan campus with panoramic views to Brisbane, our Mt Gravatt campus is also situated on the edge of the Toohey Forest. This campus is a leader in its focus on crime prevention and intervention and is the base for research and teaching in criminology, education and psychology.

Our five thriving campuses in South East Queensland each have distinct areas of expertise, and are deeply engaged with their local communities. Students have access to diverse study options and unique learning opportunities, leading to exceptional outcomes on graduation.

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These pages match the subjects you choose at school with Griffith degrees that could set you up for your dream career, and your future world of work. Choose subjects that you enjoy and are good at, or will satisfy the prerequisites for your chosen area of study.

Future job clusters describe someone’s natural interests and abilities and help you to pre-think your future career goals. Rather than being specific to a career, they are transferable across a range of different jobs. You can use these clusters to help you work out what career path you might take.

The My Path future job clusters were developed by the Institute for Working Futures (IWF) and the Centre for Leadership Advantage (CLA) in partnership with the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). Visit qtac.edu.au/atar-my-path/my-path for more information.

Subjects you like at school

Could one of these be your dream career?

Griffith degree: BACHELOR OF

PrerequisitesP: PrerequisitesA: Assumed knowledgeR: Recommended study

Architecture, construction and planning

I administer

I build

• Geography• Physics• Building and

Construction Skills• Design• Industrial

Graphics Skills• General

Mathematics• Mathematical

Methods• Specialist

Mathematics

• Architect• Architectural

draftsperson• Interior designer• City planner• Property developer• Urban designer

Architectural Design P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)

R: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Urban planner• Environmental planner

Urban and Environmental Planning

• Construction manager*• Project manager• Cost estimator• Cost planner• Quality manager• Contract administrator

Construction Management (Honours)

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C), GeneralMathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3and 4, C)

Choosing a career —what to study at Griffith

I build I createI connectI administer I care I grow I inform I serve

* This career falls into the build cluster

I administer You like to manage, enjoy process and you’re a natural organiser. You have great time management skills.

I build You are a practical thinker who learns by doing. You like designing and building.

I care You’re driven by social justice and human wellbeing and you’re empathetic and sensitive to the needs of others. You are likely to enjoy listening to people share their problems.

I connect You like technology, computing and digital networks.

I create You have a creative mind and you’re driven by emotion. You sometimes see possibilities others don’t see, and you’re happiest working from a blank page.

I grow You’re environmentally minded and interested in natural resources, food and agriculture.

I inform You like to communicate and share knowledge, and you want to improve human understanding.

I serve You’re a people person who likes interpersonal interactions and communication.

These are summarised descriptions only. For the full descriptions see qtac.edu.au/atar-my-path/my-path


http://www.qtac.edu.au/atar-my-path/my-path

http://www.qtac.edu.au/atar-my-path/my-path





Business

I administer

• Accounting• Business• Business Studies • Economics• Hospitality

Practices• Tourism• English• Literature• English as an

Additional Language• Languages• General



Mathematics

• Advertising executive• Business manager• Chief executive officer• Small business owner• Human resources

manager• Entrepreneur• Event manager• Marketing manager• Social media manager• Business consultant• Conference organiser• Purchasing manager• Export or import

operations manager• Real estate agent• Global operations

manager• Property manager• Sports marketing

manager• Hotel chain manager• Tourism operator

Business

International Business

International Tourism and Hotel Management

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Accountant• Business manager• Chief financial officer• Economist• Banker• Finance analyst• Financial planner• Market analyst• Financial adviser• Financial controller• Stockbroker

Commerce

Enoch Pun is one of the first students to manage Griffith University’s Student Investment Fund in 2018, where students invest and manage real money. Enoch chose Griffith University for its strong focus on employability, flexibility and student engagement. Also the founder of the award-winning Griffith University Association of Commerce, Enoch has embraced all that university life has thrown his way. ‘Take advantage of everything that is offered to you,’ he says. ‘Down the track the people you meet or the skills you gained might provide you with an even better opportunity.’

Enoch PunBachelor of Commerce

How does Enoch administer?

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Medicine, dentistry, and health

I administer

I inform

I care

• Health• Biology• Chemistry• Physics• Psychology• General



Mathematics

• Doctor• Surgeon

Medical Science P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C) and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Fertility clinic scientist• Pathology laboratory

scientist• Forensic medicine

scientist• Defence scientist

Medical Laboratory Science

• Private practice dentist• Armed services dentist• Community clinic dentist

Dental Health Science P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics (Units 3 and 4, C), or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Dental prosthetist• Clinical dental technician• Owner and operator of a

dental laboratory or clinic • Quality control technician• Dental equipment

salesperson

Dental Prosthetics

• Dental technologist• Dental technician• Owner and operator of a

dental laboratory or clinic• Prosthodontic technician• Orthodontic technician

Dental Technology P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: one of Biology, Chemistry (Units 3 and 4, C), or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Paramedic• Military paramedic

Paramedicine P: English (Units 3 and 4, C) and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics (Units 3 and 4, C) or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Rural and remote midwife• Public hospital midwife• Private practice midwife

Midwifery P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Rural and remote nurse• Hospital nurse• Private practice nurse

Nursing

• Public health officer• Pharmaceutical sales

and marketing manager• Medical scientist# • Regulatory scientist#

• Clinical trials monitor#

Pharmacology and Toxicology

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C) and one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Pharmacist• Community or hospital

pharmacy manager• Pharmacy owner

Pharmacy

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C), Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C) and one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Medical laboratory scientist

• Laboratory support technician

• Biomedical research officer

Biomedical Science

Biomedical Science (Honours)

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C) A: Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C), and one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

# This career falls into the inform cluster







I administer

I inform

I care

• Health • Physical Education• Sport and

Recreation• Biology • Chemistry • Physics• Food and Nutrition

• Hospital physiotherapist• Sports physiotherapist• Private practice

physiotherapist• Community health

centre physiotherapist

Physiotherapy P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C), and one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Rehabilitation, sports or recreation manager

• Strength and conditioning coach

• Occupational health and safety officer

• Exercise scientist#

• Clinical scientist#

Exercise Science

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C) and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Food safety inspector/auditor

• Biomedical/biotechnology salesperson

• Environmental health officer

• Health promotion officer• Health and safety

administrator• Laboratory assistant#

• Research scientist#

• Medical scientist#

• Pathology collector#

• Sleep scientist#

Health Science

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Occupational therapist Occupational Therapy

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C) one of Biology, Chemistry, or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Sports facilities manager • Health educator• Health promotions

manager• Sports development

manager• Event manager• Resort activities director• Cruise activities director• Sports media presenter• Team manager

Sports Development

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Ancient History• Modern History• Philosophy and

Reason• Religion and Ethics• Social and

Community Studies• Study of Religion• Food and Nutrition

• Child and family welfare officer

• Welfare support officer• Child protection officer• Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander support officer• Policy officer• Researcher#

Child and Family Studies



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I administer

I inform

I care

• Ancient History• Modern History• Philosophy and

Reason• Religion and Ethics• Social and

Community Studies• Study of Religion• Food and Nutrition

• Rehabilitation officer• Women’s services

manager• Aged care manager• Mental health officer• Correctional services

manager• Community planner• Youth worker

Human Services


• Social worker• Counsellor• Case worker• Program manager• Service manager• Policy officer• Aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander Social Worker• Researcher#

Social Work

• Addiction counsellor• Correctional counsellor• Telephone counsellor

Counselling

• Psychologist• Counsellor• Guidance officer

Psychology (Honours)

• Human resources manager• Advertising strategist• Social researcher#

Psychological Science

• Health promotion and community development officer

• Mental health worker• Women’s health worker• Health policy and

program developer• Health educator#

Public Health

• Dietitian• Nutritionist

Nutrition and Dietetics

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)


How does Georgina care?

Medicine has always fascinated Georgina. She says she’s filled with wonder when she contemplates how complex humans are. It’s that fascination that led her to pursue a medical career through Griffith. ‘I love the intimacy of my cohort, their willingness to share and enter into discussions, and I am also impressed that our lecturers are highly engaged and approachable. This makes seeking assistance and forming networks effortless and enjoyable.’ Georgina recommends building a great support network and connecting with staff and peers for opportunities.

Georgina Digby Bachelor of Medical Science






Engineering, information technology and aviation

I administer

I inform

I build

I connect

I create

• General Mathematics

• Mathematical Methods

• Specialist Mathematics

• Chemistry• Geography• Physics • Business Studies• Engineering• Engineering Skills• Industrial Graphic

Skills• Industrial

Technology Skills• Information and

Communication Technology

• Aerospace Systems• Digital Solutions• Design

• Civil engineer • Construction engineer• Electrical engineer • Biomedical engineer • Environmental engineer • Mechanical engineer

Engineering (Honours) P: English (Units 3 and 4, C) Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C) R: one of Chemistry, Specialist Mathematics, or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Network engineer• Software engineer• Systems engineer• Engineering technologist*

Engineering Technology in Electronic and Computer Engineering

• Industrial designer• Product designer• Creative designer• Medical applications

designer

Industrial Design P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Software developer• IT support officer• Technical writer • Web and mobile

app developer • Mobile technology

manager• Digital consultant• Games developer• Network architect• Systems analyst• Computer engineer

Information Technology

• Robotics developer• Database and systems

administrator • Software developer• Systems analyst

Applied Information Technology

• Web and mobile app developer

• Business analyst• Online content specialist• Mobile technology

manager• Software engineer• Technical writer

Computer Science P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Web and mobile app developer

• Virtual reality designer

Intelligent and Digital Technologies

• Airline Captain• Air Force First Officer• Charter pilot• Flight instructor#

• Airline manager^

Aviation

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C) R: Biology or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Aviation Manager^

• Air traffic controllerAviation Management

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)

* This career falls into the build cluster# This career falls into the inform cluster^ This career falls into the administer cluster

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Education

I inform• English• Literature• English as an

Additional Language• Arts in Practice• Ancient History• Modern History • Geography • Biology • Chemistry • General



Mathematics• Physics • Design • Media • Arts in Practice• Social and

Community Studies• Health • Physical Education • Early Childhood

Studies• Drama• Aboriginal and

Torres Strait Islander Studies

• Visual Arts

• Principal• Head of department• Special needs teacher• Primary school teacher• Secondary school teacher• Physical education

teacher• Sports coach

Education

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C), General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 and 4, C), as well as non-academic requirements

Visit degrees.griffith.edu.au for full prerequisite and recommended study details

• English• Literature• English as an

Additional Language• Economics• Legal Studies • Media • Arts in Practice• Social and

Community Studies• Modern History• Ancient history• Study of Religion• Religion and Ethics• Languages• Philosophy

and Reason• Aboriginal and


• Politician• Security adviser• Policy adviser• International

business analyst• Diplomat• Ambassador• Aid Worker@

Government and International Relations

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C) Government

and international relations

I administer

I care

Asian Studies

@ This career falls into the care cluster








Science and environment

I inform

• Biology• Chemistry• Physics• Tourism• Aquatic Practices• Agricultural

Science• Agricultural

Practices• Earth and

Environmental Science

• Marine Science• Science in Practice• General



Mathematics

• Astronomer• Park ranger• Tiger handler• Microbiologist• Pharmaceutical scientist• Biochemist/Chemist• Biotechnologist• Environment consultant• Environmental scientist• Wildlife biologist• Mathematician• Meteorologist• Physicist• DNA expert• Forensic molecular

biologist• Forensic chemist• Palaeontologist

Science

Science Advanced (Honours)

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C) R: One of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• DNA expert• Forensic molecular

biologist• Forensic chemist• Forensic toxicologist• Molecular biologist• Biomedical scientist

Forensic Science

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C) R: one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Conservation ecologist• Environmental officer• Environmental consultant• Environmental health

project officer• Environmental scientist • Environmental chemist • Wildlife biologist

Environmental Science

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C)A: General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C) R: One of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 and 4, C)

• Marine biologist• Environmental consultant• Oceanographer• Marine park officer• Pollution control officer• Fisheries and aquaculture

consultant• Marine tourism officer

Marine Science

How does Tim inform?

Griffith University student Tim O’Dea is embarking on an international exchange program to the United Kingdom. Tim will spend six months with Plymouth University in England’s south-west, as part of a Forensic Science/Criminology and Criminal Justice double degree. ‘Ensuring students maximise their networking opportunities with key industries is something Griffith is very supportive of, plus their unique criminology/ criminal justice program is world renowned,’ said Tim.

Tim O’DeaBachelor of Forensic Science/Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice

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Humanities, languages and social science

I administer

I inform

I create

• Ancient History• Modern History• Languages• Economics• English• Literature• English as an

Additional Language• Philosophy and

Reason• Media • Arts in Practice• Community Studies • Film, Television and

New Media• Tourism• Psychology• Hospitality Practices• Aboriginal and


• Religion and Ethics• Study of Religion

• Writer%

• Journalist%

• Producer%

• Social media specialist^

• Editor#

• Communication and public relations manager or consultant^

• Marketing executive^ • Policymaker^

• Author%

• Museum curator# • Screen critic#

• Book reviewer#

• Poet%

• Novelist%

• Biographer%

• Security analyst#

• Researcher#

Arts


Social Science

Communication and Journalism

• Translator• Interpreter• Language teacher• International educator• Publisher

Languages and Linguistics

% This career falls into the create cluster^ This career falls into the administer cluster# This career falls into the inform cluster

Journalism and Honours College student Amy Griffin says there are lots of extra opportunities available to students at Griffith. ‘Griffith has so many amazing experiences that students can partake in. There are always professional development opportunities available, social events and even the opportunity for overseas travel,’ Amy said. Amy has also found the Honours College a remarkable support network. ‘The Honours College has enhanced my degree, and made my university experience incredible,’ she said.

Amy Griffin Journalism graduate

How does Amy create?






Law and criminology

I administer

I care

• Ancient History• Modern History• English• Literature• English as an

Additional Language• Legal Studies• Study of Religion• Religion and Ethics• Aboriginal and


• Social and Community Studies

• Lawyer• Solicitor• Barrister• Judge• Politician• Research analyst• Policy officer • Human rights defender

Laws


• Criminologist• Police officer• Corrective services officer• Fraud expert• Security consultant• Intelligence consultant• Child protection officer• Welfare officer@

• Parole officer@

Criminology and Criminal Justice

@ This career falls into the care cluster& For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples only

• Arts in Practice• Design• Music• Dance• Dance in Practice• Drama in Practice• Drama• Film, Television and

New Media• Music Extension• Music in Practice

• Singer• Actor• Performer• Film producer• Music producer• Vocalist • Instrumentalist• Musician• Sound engineer • Composer• Music promoter

Music

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C), audition and interview Music and

performing arts

I create

Acting

Musical Theatre

• Arts in Practice• Design• Digital Solutions• Drama• Visual Art• Visual Arts

in Practice• Fashion

• Visual artist• Photographer• Photojournalist• Jeweller• Scriptwriter• Illustrator• Artist • Producer/Director• Editor• Cinematographer • Sound recordist/designer• Film distributor • Documentary filmmaker• Virtual reality creator • Stage manager• Games designer• Animator• Art director • Festival director• Graphic, product or

interior designer • Art practitioner• Curator, Gallerist• Digital media strategist• Digital designer • Computer game

programmer• Web and mobile app

developer • Interface designer

Animation

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C) Visual and

creative arts

I create

Creative and Interactive Media

Design

Photography

Fine Art

Film and Screen Media Production

Games Design

Contemporary Australian Indigenous Art&

P: English (Units 3 and 4, C), folio and questionnaire

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Double your degree, multiply your opportunities

You can choose to combine two degrees from related fields to become a specialist, or degrees from different areas of interest to broaden your choices.

With our extensive range of study areas, you’re bound to find a combination that’s right for you .̂

^ Not all degrees are available in double degree combinations.

Why choose a double degree?• Follow your passion—study what you love while completing

a professional qualification

• Gain two qualifications—graduate with the skills to work across different fields

• Expand your network—find more opportunities with a diverse network of valuable contacts

• Develop a unique skill set—combine two areas of study and gain an edge in the job market

• Improve your employment outcomes—increase your chances of landing a job*

* Graduate Careers Australia found in 2015 that double degree graduates are more likely to get a job than single degree graduates.

Griffith double degrees combine industry-related areas to prepare you for opportunities in a fast-changing world.

Thomas Spalding began his Criminology and Information Technology double degree in 2017. ‘Originally I chose criminology because I had an interest in the field but while studying I thought I might brush up on IT because cybercrime has a lot of potential for jobs.’ Thomas also says that the double degree has exceeded his expectations from both an academic and a social perspective. He hopes to work in fraud and cybercrime detection for a private institution before eventually moving into a role with the Australian Federal Police.

Thomas SpaldingBachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice/Bachelor of Information Technology

How does Thomas connect?


Double it up—you can combine these two degrees:

Arts/Business

Business/Asian Studies

Business/Commerce

Business/Government and International Relations

Business/International Business

Commerce/Asian Studies

Commerce/International Business

Commerce/Psychological Science

Creative and Interactive Media/Business

Criminology and Criminal Justice/Information Technology

Dental Technology/Dental Prosthetics

Design/Business

Engineering (Honours)/Aviation

Engineering (Honours)/Business

Engineering (Honours)/Computer Science

Engineering (Honours)/Environmental Science

Engineering (Honours)/Industrial Design

Engineering (Honours)/Information Technology

Engineering (Honours)/Science

Environmental Science/Business

Environmental Science/Data Science

Environmental Science/Laws

Exercise Science/Business

Exercise Science/Psychological Science

Fine Art/Business

Forensic Science/Criminology and Criminal Justice

Government and International Relations/Asian Studies

Human Services/Criminology and Criminal Justice

Information Technology/Business

Information Technology/Commerce

International Business/Government and International Relations

International Tourism and Hotel Management/Business

Laws/Arts

Laws/Asian Studies

Laws/Business

Laws/Commerce

Laws/Criminology and Criminal Justice

Laws/Government and International Relations

Laws/International Business

Laws/Psychological Science

Nursing/Graduate Certificate in Paediatric Nursing

Photography/Business

Psychological Science/Business

Psychological Science/Criminology and Criminal Justice

Psychological Science/Master of Mental Health Practice

Psychological Science/Master of Rehabilitation Counselling

Science/Arts

Science/Business

Science/Commerce

Science/Data Science

Science/Information Technology

Urban and Environmental Planning/Science

Sheyanne Frisby has always had an interest in protecting rivers and oceans, having grown up in a small coastal town. ‘During high school I found my passion for science and my eagerness for understanding how things work. After discovering Griffith had a degree in environmental engineering and science I decided that it was the perfect degree for me.’ During her degree Sheyanne has been overwhelmed by the support from lecturers and academic staff. ‘They truly care about each student and want to see you do well and achieve your goals.’

Sheyanne Frisby Bachelor of Environmental Engineering/ Bachelor of Science

How does Sheyanne build?

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Double your degree

University terms

There are a lot of new terms used when talking about university. Here are some of the most common:

Admissions pathwayA pathway program is a stepping stone to your desired degree. You might need to complete a pathway program if you don’t get the ATAR for your preferred degree.

Assumed knowledgeThe minimum level of achievement in a senior subject considered necessary for successful first year tertiary study. Assumed knowledge is optional.

ATARAustralian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) is the standard measure of overall school achievement used by all other states and territories. Queensland will also use the ATAR for tertiary admissions from 2021. It is a rank indicating a student’s position overall relative to other students. The ATAR is expressed on a 2000-point scale from 99.95 (highest) down to 0, in increments of 0.05.

Bachelor degree Also known as an undergraduate degree. A tertiary qualification awarded for the first level of study undertaken at university, typically requiring three to four years of full-time study.

Experience based entrySome degrees, in particular those offered at the Queensland Conservatorium, require applicants to attend an audition and/or submit a folio of work. Specific information about these requirements is available at degrees.griffith.edu.au

Full-time Just like a full-time job, you can finish your degree in the fastest time possible. Full-time is a bit different for each degree but is 75 per cent or more of the standard full-time load for a degree. An academic full-time load is eight courses per trimester in most degrees.

Major A major is an area of specialised study within a degree. A major may be a formal requirement of a degree.

Part-time Just like a part-time job you don’t have to study full-time because you may need to do other things while you study. Enrolment in less than 75 per cent of the standard full-time load is defined as part-time.

PrerequisiteA senior subject that you must complete and achieve a specified result in before you are considered for entry. English is a prerequisite for all Griffith degrees, and some of our degrees have additional prerequisites.

Recommended studyA senior subject we recommend you study to help you understand content before starting your tertiary studies. If you haven’t studied these subjects and want to gain this knowledge, you can take one of our bridging courses. Recommended study is optional.

TrimesterMost universities have two semesters but at Griffith we have three. This means you may be able to choose to do courses (subjects) in either two or three trimesters. If you study in the third trimester, you may be able to finish your degree quicker and get out into the world of work.

UndergraduateAll bachelor degrees are called undergraduate degrees and you will be called an undergraduate student.



Frequently asked questions

Visit griffith.edu.au/ask-us for more frequently asked questions, or phone 1800 677 728 to talk to our expert staff.

What if I don’t get the score I need for my preferred degree?If you don’t achieve the selection rank needed for your preferred degree, you may choose to study a different degree that you do meet the entry requirements for, then upgrade to your preferred degree after a year of study at university. You could also choose to complete a program through Griffith College to be guaranteed direct entry into a range of related Griffith degrees.

What if I don’t meet the prerequisites for my preferred degree?If you haven’t studied the prerequisite subjects for a degree, or studied them but didn’t pass, you may be able to complete a bridging or preparatory course at Griffith University, Griffith College or a private provider.

What if I haven’t studied subjects listed as assumed knowledge?If you haven’t studied these subjects, you may still get in to your preferred degree but may find your study easier if you have some understanding of these subjects. If you haven’t studied these subjects and want to gain this knowledge, you can take one of our bridging courses.

What if I change my mind about what I want to study after I’ve started my degree?If you change your mind about what you want to study, or decide you don’t like your degree, you may be able to apply for an internal transfer to change to a different Griffith degree.

How much time does university study take?Generally, students have three hours of scheduled classes per course per week, which may include lectures, tutorials and laboratory work. This means that full-time students spend around 12 hours on campus each week. Students are also expected to commit additional time to their studies outside of class to complete course-related activities such as assignments and weekly readings.

What support is available?Griffith offers a wide range of support services across all our campuses to help students settle into university and succeed in their degree.

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students—the GUMURRII Student Support Unit offers a safe, supportive and culturally appropriate learning environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/gumurrii

• Career advice—our Careers and Employment Service helps students kick start their career from first year, offering support to find a part-time job while they’re studying and providing tips for landing their first graduate job. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/careers

• Disability support—we provide dedicated support to enable students with disabilities to access and participate in our learning environment. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/student-equity-services

• Learning support—the library offers free workshops, self-help resources and personal consultations to help students develop their academic, computing and research skills. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/library

• Personal support—welfare, counselling, chaplaincy, health and equity support services are available to help students manage their life while they’re studying. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/student-services

• Financial support—welfare and student liaison officers are available to help students navigate the many options available to receive financial assistance. Find out more at griffith.edu.au/welfare

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Frequently asked questions

http://griffith.edu.au/ask-us

https://www.griffith.edu.au/gumurrii-student-support-unit

https://www.griffith.edu.au/careers-employment

http://griffith.edu.au/student-equity-services

http://griffith.edu.au/student-equity-services

http://griffith.edu.au/library

http://griffith.edu.au/student-services

https://www.griffith.edu.au/student-services/welfare-and-financial-assistance

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