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Agriculture and agritech

Agriculture and Agritech

Study options 

Agriculture and agritech courses will help you develop your knowledge and abilities in farming and using natural resources – not just on traditional farms, but also in water and other environments.  

You’ll learn about global, regional and local issues related to natural resource production, and how agritech is playing an increasingly important role. Explore topics like sustainable food production, farm management, land use, and growing and using plants.  

Whether you would like to gain practical skills working with plants and flowers or want to help improve farming and food security across the world, there are many study options available.  

Some of the areas that might interest you are: 

  • crop science 
  • agriculture 
  • forestry  
  • horticulture 
  • floristry 
  • agricultural science 
  • aquaculture (including fish production / fisheries). 

If you want a career that gets you closer to nature, and you have patience and like a challenge, then a course in agriculture or agritech might be what you are looking for.  

Career options

There are plenty of careers to choose from, depending on your studies and interests. Your career could even take you across the world. You could end up travelling to different climates for research, helping farmers overcome diseases in crops and livestock, improving farm management with new technologies, or leading conservation efforts to protect endangered animals.  

The diverse career options across agriculture and agritech include:  

  • farmer  
  • aquaculture farmer 
  • agricultural scientist 
  • conservation officer 
  • park ranger 
  • landscape gardener 
  • soil scientist 
  • viticulturalist (or grape grower, often for wine). 

Whether you prefer to work with plants or animals, this field of study is likely to involve a lot of hands-on, outdoor work. 

 

About the industries 

Agriculture and agritech is an essential and growing field – we depend on it for world trade, and for food security and survival.   

Australian farms produce around 93% of food consumed in Australia, and each farmer produces enough food to feed 600 people each year (150 in Australia and 450 overseas).

As advances in agriculture and agricultural technology help solve problems and improve processes, the industry needs more skilled professionals.  

In 2022, 2.1% of workers in Australia had a job in agriculture, forestry and fishing – that’s around 278,500 people. That number is expected to grow by 5.1% to 294,700 by the year 2026.  

Architecture, construction and planning

Study options 

The field of architecture, construction and planning is about creating, maintaining and improving our built and natural environments.  

The three areas are different, but closely related. People in architecture, construction and planning roles often all need to work together to create a successful project. They make sure built structures meet our needs. They give us shelter, places where we can learn and work, spaces where we can have fun, and more. Importantly, these professionals also make spaces and structures safe for us to use.  

Architecture is both an art and a science. It deals with planning, designing and constructing buildings and other structures. People in this field come up with design solutions to a variety of economic, social and environmental challenges.  

Construction, or building, involves the physical construction of buildings and related infrastructure, like roads, power and water supplies. It can also involve demolition, renovation, maintenance and repair work.  

Planning looks at buildings and infrastructure in their wider contexts. It helps to make sure what we build serves its purpose, and considers the impacts it might have on communities and the environment.  

This field of study is great if you are a creative thinker or like solving problems, or if you enjoy using your hands to design and build things.

Popular courses include: 

  • Bachelor of Architectural Design 
  • Bachelor of urban and regional planning 
  • Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) 

Vocational education and training (VET) or university? 

Many people employed in construction complete certificates and diplomas in vocational education and training (VET), which can be completed at public TAFE institutions or private VET providers. These qualifications take between six months and two years to complete, depending on your course and level of study.  

To become a fully registered architect, you will need to complete a Bachelor degree and a Master degree at university – a total of five years of study – and complete another two years of professional practice after your studies. 

Career options 

Architecture, construction and planning professionals work across many different parts of the built environment. They plan, create, maintain and improve the spaces in which we live and work.  

Some of the broad areas you might be employed in are: 

  • architecture 
  • building conservation 
  • construction (residential and non-residential) 
  • planning and development 
  • property and estate management. 

Across these, there are many career paths to choose from. Popular career choices include: 

  • interior designer 
  • urban planner / town planner 
  • architect 
  • construction manager 
  • real estate agent 
  • building surveyor 
  • project manager 
  • plumber 
  • electrician 
  • builder 
  • occupational health and safety (OH&S) manager. 

Depending on which study path and career you choose, your future might involve projects as varied as:  

  • making older buildings more environmentally sustainable 
  • designing or building large, complex structures that need to suit a particular purpose, like schools  
  • installing and fixing electricity, air conditioning or plumbing 
  • creating accessible spaces for people with disability  
  • planning the layout or transport routes in a new suburb 
  • making sure building work is done in a way that meets legal requirements. 

While the career options are diverse, what they all have in common is that they work together to solve problems – whether it’s making sure a home has running water, ensuring people have outdoor spaces to enjoy in a new suburb, or designing a hospital with doorways wide enough for beds to fit through.

 

About the industries 

Architecture, construction and planning services are in high demand in Australia. The industries have always been strong, but are expected to grow strongly in future.  

In 2022, there were around 1.1 million people employed in the construction industry in Australia. Between 2021 and 2026, it is expected to grow by 5.8% – an extra 66,400 jobs.  

Employment in architecture and landscape architecture is also expected to grow strongly. From 2021 to 2026, the number of jobs is expected to grow by 16.8% – from 26,400 to 30,800 jobs.  

Urban and regional planners can also expect to be in demand. Between 2021 and 2026, the number of jobs is likely to grow by 18.6% – from 13,600 to 16,200 jobs.  

 

Jobs in demand 

The Australian Industry and Skills Committee has identified the most in-demand jobs as:  

  • Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians  
  • Contract, Program and Project Administrators  
  • Electricians  
  • Carpenters and Joiners  

Business, management and entrepreneurship

Study options 

Explore how businesses and organisations work from the inside out and build the skills you need to succeed.  

You can choose a general business course for range of flexible career options, or specialise in one of the following:  

  • business administration 
  • accounting 
  • sales 
  • finance 
  • advertising 
  • marketing 
  • entrepreneurship 
  • international business 
  • business management 
  • human resources. 

Many universities also offer undergraduate degrees that will allow you to graduate with a double degree in two specialist areas.  

In business, management and entrepreneurship courses, you’ll have the opportunity to develop excellent skills in communication, teamwork and problem-solving – skills that employers are looking for. 

Career options 

Business, management and entrepreneurship studies can open up many career paths.  

Depending on what you choose to study, you could take on one or more of the following roles:  

  • entrepreneur or business owner 
  • accountant 
  • human resource adviser or manager 
  • general clerk (performing administrative duties) 
  • business development manager 
  • executive assistant or personal assistant 
  • recruitment consultant 
  • manager or managing director 
  • office manager 
  • contract administrator 
  • finance or insurance broker 
  • advertising, marketing or public relations manager 
  • importer, exporter or wholesaler 
  • sales or marketing manager 
  • economist 
  • market research analyst. 

Because business skills are needed to complement every other professional field, you could find work in any setting that interests you. You might even start your own small (or large) business, combining your business knowhow with any of your other interests – this is how many entrepreneurs get started.

 

Jobs in demand 

Australia has a thriving economy, with business skills needed across every industry. Between 2021 and 2026, demand for business professionals is set to increase across most business areas.  

  • Employment in Financial and Insurance Services is likely to grow by 6.3% – an extra 33,200 jobs.  
  • General Clerk roles are likely to grow by 12.9% – from 275,700 to 311,400 jobs.  
  • General Manager roles are likely to grow by 9.6% – from 87,300 to 95,700 jobs.  
  • Human Resource Professional roles are likely to grow by 13.1% – from 78,900 to 89,100 jobs.  
  • Accountant roles are likely to grow by 9.2% – from 194,900 to 212,800 jobs. 
  • Advertising and Marketing Professional roles are likely to grow by 11.4% – from 80,200 to 89,300 jobs.  

Creative arts and design

Study options 

Courses in creative arts and design are about bringing ideas to life and sharing them with others. They cover skills and techniques in areas like art, design, music, dance and drama. Some art administration courses focus on the best ways to share creative works with the public. 

Studying a creative arts and design course can help you: 

  • become a professional artist, designer or performer 
  • build a portfolio of work 
  • refine your creative skills and develop new techniques 
  • learn how to promote, share and sell your work (or others’ work) 
  • build networks with other creatives in the community and across the world 
  • understand how to use new technologies  
  • come up with creative solutions to complex problems 
  • grow your confidence. 

The creative industries are built into our everyday lives, and they are essential to our global economy.  

By turning your creativity into a career, you could be part of finding innovative solutions to global problems and have a fulfilling and rewarding future. 

The UNESCO Creative Cities Network 

The network exists to place creativity and culture at the heart of future planning. It focuses on creativity at the local level, and connects with other cities at the international level. 

Six Australian cities are recognised in these creative areas, including:

  • Melbourne – Literature 
  • Geelong – Design 
  • Ballarat – Crafts and Folk Art 
  • Sydney – Film 
  • Adelaide – Music 
  • Bendigo – Gastronomy 

Career options 

Creative arts and design careers come in all shapes and sizes, and there are a huge variety to choose from.  

Here are just some examples of creative career options: 

  • fashion design 
  • advertising 
  • photography 
  • music 
  • interior design 
  • writing 
  • filmmaking. 

Creatives are also needed in many industries that are not traditionally called ‘creative’ too – like business, technology and health. The unique skills and thinking that creatives can bring to different industries are becoming more and more valuable in helping to solve problems.  

Because creativity is needed across every industry, you might work in a traditional creative area, or in an area you might not have considered yet. 

Wherever your creativity takes you, you can enjoy a career full of variety and creative possibilities.

About the industries 

The creative industries make up a vibrant and unique part of Australia’s economy. In areas from visual and performing arts, to music and film production, Australia has made its mark as a world leader.  

  • Almost 45,000 people are employed in the creative and performing arts industry in Australia.  
  • Around 12,000 businesses operate as Creative Artists, Musicians, Writers and Performers.  
  • There are more than 500 Performing Arts Venue Operation businesses and around 10,000 businesses of various sizes across Motion Picture and Video Production, Museum Operation and Performing Arts Operation.  

Employers across many different industries need creatives with excellent skills in their creative field, as well as skills in using technology, and basic business skills too. 

Engineering, automation and technology

Study options 

Engineering, automation and technology are responsible for many things that make our lives easier and more enjoyable. 

They’re part of producing the fabrics we wear each day, the cars we drive and the roads we use, and the phones and computers that help us stay in touch. As you mix maths, science, technology and creativity, you’ll learn the skills to come up with solutions to improve our lives in different ways. 

You can choose from hundreds of courses in engineering, automation and technology. Get a broad understanding and essential skills by studying a general qualification or start your studies in one of the many specialist fields.  

There are five main areas: chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical and structural. But because this field is growing as technologies advance and we have new needs, new sub-interest areas have opened up – like robotics and mechatronics, biomedical engineering, software engineering and textile technology. 

The diverse range of specialist areas include:   

  • manufacturing technology 
  • chemical engineering 
  • civil engineering 
  • land information technology and remote sensing 
  • electrical engineering 
  • mechatronics  
  • automation 
  • environmental engineering 
  • biomedical engineering 
  • computer engineering 
  • food technology  
  • aeronautical and space engineering 
  • software engineering 
  • mineral and mining engineering 
  • plant and machine maintenance. 

Additionally, Engineering Education Australia offers a Professional Year in Engineering program allowing international students to train in the field with a qualifying visa. 

In whichever course you choose, you will be able to develop your industry knowledge and advanced technical skills and become better at solving problems. It is a great field to study if you enjoy finding solutions with technical thinking, and using hands-on skills to invent or improve systems, processes and objects.

Career options 

With a career in engineering, automation and technology, you will be able to turn your discoveries into practical solutions for real-world challenges. These careers are usually financially rewarding too. 

You could work at any part of the life cycle of a product, structure or system – in design and development, testing for efficiency and safety, providing quality control, maintenance and repair, or even training others in how to use these things. 

Roles include:  

  • mechanical engineer 
  • civil engineer 
  • computer network professional 
  • software engineer 
  • quantity surveyor 
  • transport engineer 
  • railway signalling engineer 
  • communications engineer 
  • industrial engineer 
  • avionics systems engineer 
  • test engineer. 

From improving medical equipment and healthcare systems as a biomedical engineer, to designing computer terminals and overseeing large-scale operations for aircraft, there are many possibilities for what you can achieve. You could end up working on the next megastructure, spacecraft, electric vehicle, high-tech gadget, bionic eye and more. 

About the industries 

There are 861,000 people employed in the tech industry across Australia. This makes it the seventh-largest employing industry in the country, and it is made up of workers from all over the world. In engineering alone, 58.5% of workers in Australia were born overseas.  

Specialists in these fields are in demand, which is great news for future graduates. The Australian Government aims to have 1.2 million people in tech industry jobs by 2030. Around half of those roles need to be filled by highly trained and highly qualified technical professionals.  

Demand has increased in the last few years because of more investment in public infrastructure projects, more demand for minerals, and more interest in clean energy options and ways to deal with climate change.2 Our communications networks are also growing, and we are relying more and more on digital technologies in our everyday lives.  

Jobs in demand 

Job projections for 2022 to 2026 show that demand will increase most for:  

  • telecommunications engineering professionals – 17.6% (3,100) more jobs 
  • aircraft maintenance engineers – 16.7% (1,300) more jobs 
  • surveyors and spatial scientists – 14.6% (2,100) more jobs 
  • civil engineering professionals – 13.4% (8,700) more jobs 
  • ICT business and systems analysts – 12.9% (5,900) more jobs. 

Environmental sciences and sustainability

Study options 

Follow your passion for protecting our fragile natural environments and help create a healthier Earth for future generations.  

Environmental sciences and sustainability courses will open up your understanding of global, regional and local environmental issues, and give you the practical skills to make a difference. 

You can choose from courses focusing more on applied sciences (like chemistry or biology) or social sciences (like policy and planning). There are also courses that combine both of these and give you a broad skill set to tackle environmental issues (like environmental studies and environmental safety). You might even study specific types of environments, like rainforests or marine areas. 

Some of the topics you can choose to study include:  

  • environmental impact assessment 
  • soil and water conservation 
  • natural resource management 
  • environmental biology 
  • global warming 
  • wildlife conservation 
  • marine protection 
  • renewable energy 
  • environmental health and safety. 

If you are looking for a qualification that is more hands-on and takes less time than a university degree, Australian vocational education and training (VET) providers offer skills training courses that have been created with advice from industry experts. These courses include specialist sustainability training in areas like: 

  • competitive systems and practices 
  • environmental monitoring and technology 
  • renewable energy 
  • electrotechnology and photovoltaic systems 
  • water operations and management 
  • sustainability risk and energy management. 

The environmental sciences and sustainability field might be right for you if you are passionate about finding solutions to local and global environmental problems, you are a team player and can see how every small effort makes a difference, and you enjoy getting outdoors as part of your studies. 

 

Career options 

The list of environmental sciences and sustainability careers across the world is growing. As we face more complex environmental challenges, more professionals are needed to solve problems from many different angles.  

The roles you might have are diverse. Here are just some of the options:  

  • ecologist 
  • environmental conservation officer 
  • water quality analyst 
  • environmental lawyer 
  • solar energy consultant 
  • environmental scientist 
  • toxicologist 
  • meteorologist 
  • geologist 
  • environmental toxicologist 
  • policy analyst 
  • environmental planner. 

People with environmental sciences and sustainability qualifications often work in various industries that interest them, like mining, energy, transport, building and construction, and even education. As you study, you will be able to decide which field suits you and the kind of work you are interested in – whether it is hands-on and outdoors, researching in a science lab, influencing public policy and preparing reports, or educating others.  

In any environmental sciences and sustainability career, you will be part of an important global network of passionate individuals, all working together to create a more sustainable future.   

Jobs in demand 

Australia has a strong network of professionals working in this field. There are around 33,800 working as environmental scientists, and many other environmental science and sustainability professionals in fields like economics, policy and planning, occupational and environmental health, and urban and regional planning.1   

The Australian Government is looking to open up even more environment and sustainability jobs over the next few years too. In 2022, it invested a record A$25 billion to drive renewable energy projects, like the National Hydrogen Strategy for renewable energy, and these projects could open up thousands more jobs in the next few years.

Health, medicine and psychology

Study options 

Studies in health, medicine and psychology are designed to give you the knowledge and skills to maintain, restore and improve people’s physical and mental health.  

Your studies will give you a deep understanding of the human body or mind, healthcare services and the Australian healthcare system. Courses are structured to give you important practice in solving problems, communicating effectively and adapting to different settings and situations. Many courses also include hands-on opportunities to use the latest technologies for health diagnosis and treatment. 

In the health, medicine and psychology field, you can choose from a wide range of specialisations at different qualification levels. Some of these include: 

  • nursing 
  • nutrition and dietetics  
  • health informatics 
  • physiotherapy 
  • speech pathology 
  • complementary medicine (including Chinese medicine, osteopathy and acupuncture) 
  • counselling 
  • applied psychology 
  • psychiatry 
  • midwifery 
  • physiology 
  • dentistry 
  • health promotion. 

As part of your studies, you might have the chance to take part in one of Australia’s international volunteer programs, where you can gain important practical experience and help communities in need. Most students will take part in work experience placements too.  

A health, medicine or psychology qualification from Australia will prepare you to help solve some of the world’s most challenging health issues and directly improve the lives of individuals. If you have a strong work ethic, are compassionate and you want to improve people’s health and wellbeing, then you might find your calling in this field of study. 

 

Career options 

Becoming a healthcare professional can open up exciting career options, opportunities for travel, and the chance to help people in life-changing ways.   

You’ll be part of a fast-growing, dynamic industry that is always adapting to world changes: ageing populations or increases in birthrates, disease and virus outbreaks, and many other challenges. Healthcare professionals who can adapt to these are highly valued, and those who want to travel can often find opportunities to take their careers to different places where extra help is needed. 

Many people pursue their dream of becoming a doctor, nurse, psychologist or surgeon, but there are also many other fulfilling careers to consider, depending on what interests you. You might choose a career that focuses on: 

  • a specific area or system of the body (e.g. dentistry) 
  • a healthcare approach (e.g. Chinese medicine) 
  • treating specific types of illness, injury or disease (e.g. oncology – for cancer) 
  • providing support (e.g. counselling or palliative care) 
  • treating particular groups (e.g. aged care for the elderly, or paediatric care for children) 
  • care at particular life stages (e.g. midwifery for pregnancy and birth) 
  • promoting health (e.g. public health promotion) 
  • maintaining or improving health (e.g. nutrition and dietetics) 
  • the healthcare system (e.g. health laws, policy and ethics) 
  • research or testing (e.g. immunology or pathology) 
  • health in different settings (e.g. occupational health and safety for workplaces). 

There are also many more options that your studies could introduce you to.  

Whichever type of healthcare career you might find yourself in, you could be part of a worldwide team of people helping to maintain and improve the health and wellbeing of our communities. Every role plays an essential part.  

Jobs in demand  

Australia’s healthcare industry is the largest employing industry in Australia. It’s set to grow even more in the near future, and new opportunities are opening up in digital health (where diagnosis and treatment can be provided at a distance).  

Forecasts show that between 2021 and 2026 there will be an increase in demand for healthcare professionals. Across the health, medicine and psychology sectors, the number of jobs is set to increase most for:  

  • audiologists and speech pathologists – 34.7% (4,300) more jobs 
  • podiatrists – 31.8% (2,100) more jobs 
  • physiotherapists – 28.7% (9,400) more jobs 
  • complementary health therapists – 27.9% (1,800) more jobs 
  • specialist physicians – 27% (4,800) more jobs.

Information Technology (IT) and computing

Study options 

The information technology (IT) and computing field of study is one of the most popular. New courses are developed as technologies evolve, so you have a huge variety of up-to-date courses to choose from across both higher education and vocational education. 

Your studies could focus on programming and coding, storing and managing data, analysing systems, robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) and more. You can specialise in topics as diverse as:  

  • computer communications and networking 
  • mobile computing (including app development) 
  • artificial intelligence (AI) or virtual reality  
  • computer games design 
  • business information systems/technology 
  • information management (e.g., in libraries and museums) 
  • health informatics 
  • data science 
  • internet security systems 
  • web development/services 
  • computer forensics 
  • CISCO certifications (network/systems management software) 
  • computer programming languages 
  • using specialist software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office, computer aided design (CAD), animation software, SAP (business intelligence software), customer relationship management software (CRM)). 

With a qualification in this field, you could be part of the next wave of tech innovation. You could improve people’s lives and use technology to overcome some of the world’s greatest challenges. 

This could be a good study fit for you if you get excited about new technologies and the way they work, or if you enjoy using computers and technology to solve problems.

 

Career options 

IT and computing is one of the most dynamic industries to work in, and can be financially rewarding. It is always growing and always changing. It is also part of most other global industries, from engineering to education, science to social services, architecture to agriculture, medicine to media and more. You could find work in almost any industry you choose, and your job could take you all over the world.  

Depending on the kind of work you prefer, you might: 

  • provide support services 
  • analyse and improve data systems 
  • develop new technology and software 
  • use advanced knowhow and tech skills to create things or solve problems.  

Some of the positions you might have after your studies include: 

  • computer support specialist 
  • systems analyst 
  • software tester/developer 
  • app developer 
  • programmer 
  • web developer 
  • tech sales consultant/manager 
  • cloud computing specialist 
  • user experience (UX) designer 
  • data scientist. 

With a career in IT and computing, you could be at the cutting edge of innovation, find work in different industries and locations, and create or use technology to change people’s lives for the better. 

Jobs in demand 

IT and computing jobs are on the rise across industries in Australia and across the world.  

In fact, in Australia, out of the top ten jobs that are expected to grow the most in the near future, two are in IT and computing. Between 2021 and 2026, job projections show that there will be: 

  • around 40% more (29,100) jobs for database administrators, systems administrators and ICT security specialists  
  • 27% more (42,200) jobs for software and applications programmers – including analyst programmers, developer programmers, software engineers and software testers. 

Other IT and computing jobs are also going to be in demand. There is expected to be:  

  • around 22% more (7,900) jobs for computer network professionals – including computer network and systems engineers, network administrators and network analysts
  • around 13% more (5,900) jobs for ICT business and systems analysts 
  • around 18% more (14,400) jobs for ICT managers – like chief information officers and ICT project managers 
  • around 44% more (4,800) jobs for ICT support and test engineers
  • With so many more job opportunities opening up, the future looks bright for graduates in this field.

Law and paralegal studies

Study options 

A law qualification is the first step to becoming a lawyer or other type of legal professional. Many students choose a Bachelor of Laws as a pathway to becoming a solicitor, barrister or judge, but there are also other study options to think about.  

Depending on the type of law, or the parts of the legal system that interest you, your studies could help you:  

  • become a registered lawyer (a barrister or solicitor) or a paralegal (assisting lawyers) 
  • have a specialist law career in criminal law, international law, civil law, public law, property law, business law, environmental law, human rights law or another law area 
  • join law enforcement (like the police force, or customs and border security) 
  • advise governments and other groups on creating or changing policies and laws  
  • provide guidance and advice to victims of crime 
  • assist disadvantaged groups in seeking fair outcomes 
  • open up career options outside of traditional legal settings, like in the media, education, politics and business. 

Your studies could also help you gain skills that are valuable in any career, like researching, communicating clearly, and analysing and solving problems.  

If you have a strong sense of justice, you like working with others and you are willing to do in-depth research to find solutions, law might be a good career path for you.

 

Career options 

A career in law can be exciting and rewarding, and the hard work you put into your studies can really pay off. You could make an important contribution to society and you might enjoy an above-average salary too.  

Becoming a lawyer is the first career choice for many students, but your studies can lead to many different careers. You might work in:  

  • the court/judicial system – in courtrooms as a barrister, judge, judge’s associate or court reporter 
  • government – in community legal centres or for legal aid, helping disadvantaged groups like asylum seekers 
  • the private sector – in law firms or businesses’ legal departments, focusing on various types of law, like commercial law, tax law and property law 
  • the public sector – in organisations’ legal departments, providing advice on contracts and other things that need a legal perspective 
  • research – in universities and the private sector, providing knowledge that can be used to create or update laws, policies and legislation 
  • academia – in universities and other higher education settings, teaching others about the legal system. 

Some of the career options you can choose from include: 

  • lawyer (barrister or solicitor) 
  • judge 
  • paralegal (assisting lawyers) 
  • court or legal clerk 
  • legal secretary 
  • law librarian 
  • conveyancer (focusing on property sales) 
  • legislator. 

Because law is always evolving to keep up with the needs of society, you’ll be able to enjoy fresh challenges throughout your career – no matter which career you choose. 

Jobs in demand 

In Australia, demand for lawyers and legal professionals is stronger than ever. In fact, the demand for professionals in law is increasing rapidly.  

The number of judicial and legal jobs is expected to increase by 11% (or 1,400 jobs) between 2021 and 2026. 

There is strong demand for legal services in specialist areas, including: 

  • mergers and acquisitions 
  • tax 
  • banking and finance 
  • general corporate work. 
  • There is also a major shortage of skilled professionals to fill new roles. This is good news for law graduates, who are likely to be employed soon after they graduate.  

In 2021, 54% of international graduates with an undergraduate law or paralegal degree were employed four months after graduating. For international graduates with a postgraduate qualification, 68.3% gained employment after their course.

Media and communications

Study options 

There are so many media and communications courses to choose from in Australia. Popular options include:  

  • photography 
  • creative writing 
  • film/video/television production 
  • cinematography 
  • sound recording 
  • journalism 
  • communication/media studies 
  • multimedia (design). 

As new technologies make it possible for more people to share news, information and other content anywhere, at any time, it is becoming more important to have strong technical and communication skills.  

Some courses emphasise technical skills, like operating equipment in film or sound production, or creating special effects. Some emphasise improving oral and written communication skills, so you can communicate better with the public through different kinds of media. Many courses cover technical and communication skills so that you build a broader skill set needed in jobs once you graduate. 

If you like seeing the results of your creative efforts, have a passion for communicating, or enjoy the more technical side of communicating with the public, then this field of study could be right for you. 

 

Career options 

Media and communications is wide-ranging and includes a huge variety of jobs across many industries. Your studies could open up multiple careers, and you won’t be locked into just one. Some of your options might include:  

  • film or television director 
  • sound technician 
  • camera operator 
  • journalist  
  • photographer 
  • videographer 
  • visual communicator / graphic designer 
  • make-up artist 
  • writer/author 
  • publisher 
  • social media manager 
  • public relations consultant 
  • researcher/academic specialising in media 
  • media advisor. 

Because the industry is closely linked with new technologies and the creative industries, it is also evolving rapidly. That means you might find new career options in the near future too.  

You could find yourself working in various places, like international news corporations, advertising agencies, publishing houses or even educational settings. Employers across many sectors look for graduates in this field. 

Whichever path you follow, a career in media and communications can give you a fast-paced environment to work in, and an exciting future that’s ever-changing and full of variety. 

About the industries 

The media and communications industry is quickly evolving in Australia and across the world, with new technologies, new ways to communicate, and new jobs being created.  

There are around 200,000 people working in the information media and telecommunications industry in Australia. But many media and communications professionals have found their skills are useful in other industries too.  

  • Journalists and other writers work across industries like information media and telecommunications; professional, scientific and technical services; arts and recreation services; and public administration and safety.  
  • Most film, television, radio and stage directors work in information media and telecommunications. But they are also employed in industries like professional, scientific and technical services; arts and recreation; and education and training.  

While the media and communications industry is likely to stay around the same size in the near future, professionals with media and communications skills are in demand across various industries.

 

Personal care and fitness

Study options 

Courses in personal care and fitness focus on looking after and improving physical appearance and wellbeing. Some, like massage courses and even yoga, will also cover skills that can be used to treat or prevent injuries and illness.  

Quite simply, you’ll gain skills to help others look their best and feel their best. Studying in this area can help you: 

  • improve your technical skills in areas like hairdressing, make-up application and nail care 
  • become a better communicator through client interaction 
  • help others build confidence through mindfulness, or just looking and feeling better 
  • provide therapy or treatments for people who have injuries or illness, or who want to improve their wellbeing 
  • build your fitness while you help others build theirs too. 

Many personal care and fitness courses are run by vocational education and training (VET) providers in Australia. This means that you could get a qualification in as little as six months, depending on your level and chosen area of study. 

If you have an outgoing personality and are interested in helping others improve themselves, then a personal care or fitness course could be the start of an enjoyable career.

 

Career options 

As people have become more inspired to get fit and healthy and look good, the personal care and fitness industries have become more popular across the world. People want more personalised services that are relevant to their needs. As a result, there are now more specialised occupations and roles to choose from. 

There is a wide variety of roles you can prepare for through Australian education and training, including:  

  • hairdresser/barber 
  • hair colourist 
  • makeup artist (including photographic make-up, wedding make-up and film/TV make-up) 
  • nail technician 
  • beautician 
  • life coach 
  • pilates instructor 
  • personal trainer (including online/digital trainer) 
  • aquatic trainer 
  • massage therapist 
  • aromatherapist 
  • spiritual healer 
  • Chinese medicine specialist. 

Technical skills are essential in all of these roles, but there are other skills that are also important for succeeding in them. Employers across all of these areas value people with great teamwork and communication skills, who can also work effectively on their own.  

You’ll also find that with this skill set, a lot of people run their own businesses. So if you are a motivated self-starter, then these careers can be a step towards being your own boss too. 

Jobs in demand 

Just like in other places around the world, the personal care and fitness industries in Australia are growing.  

More and more people in Australia want to look after their health and wellbeing. While many people already spend time and money on how they look, more people are also now taking steps to invest in preventative health activities, like exercising and reducing stress through natural therapies.  

Between 2021 and 2026 these jobs are predicted to increase the most:  

  • Massage therapist roles will grow by 20.6% (from 14,900 to 18,000) 
  • Beauty therapist roles will grow by 12.2% (from 37,800 to 42,400) 
  • Fitness instructor roles will grow by 9.8% (from 36,300 to 39,800) 
  • Hairdresser roles will grow by 9.6% (from 63,500 to 69,600) 
  • Personal care consultant roles (e.g. people who provide natural relaxation and health treatments) will grow by 8.5% (from 6,100 to 68,00). 

Sciences and mathematics

Study options 

Learn to understand different parts of life, from the inner workings of the body to the world and the universe we live in.  

With a science or maths qualification, you’ll build skills to investigate almost anything through experiments, observation and theory. As you develop your knowhow, you will be able to help solve new and increasingly complex challenges that we face in our lives. These skills are especially important in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) fields, but are highly valued in many different areas – even sports and zoology.  

Your studies will also help you build critical problem-solving, analytical thinking and people skills. These will make you a strong candidate for roles in many fields.  

Depending on what you study, you might build your knowledge in: 

  • atmospheric sciences 
  • biological processes 
  • chemical reactions 
  • geological composition and structures 
  • laboratory methods 
  • mathematical and statistical techniques 
  • observation and measurement 
  • scientific methods 
  • subatomic particles and quantum mechanics 
  • thermodynamics and entropy. 

Science or mathematics could be a great choice for you if you have a curious mind, enjoy working through step-by-step processes to find solutions, and want a high-earning career that will be valued for many years into the future.

 

Career options 

In a world driven by technological change and endless data, the future workforce needs more and more people with advanced science and mathematics skills. People with advanced STEM knowhow are in demand, and Australian qualifications in science and maths are recognised and accepted in industries across the world.  

Graduates from these courses often follow careers in the area they studied, with many working in scientific labs or in research facilities. Others use their knowledge in other industries too. They work across education, business and finance, government, law, health and medicine, sports, engineering, computing and technology, building and construction, and many others.  

What these people have in common is that they are often involved in teams that make discoveries, contribute to important research, make breakthroughs in developing new products and tools, and use their insights to bring positive changes to our lives.  

Science and maths can open a huge range of career options, so you will have opportunities to choose the right fit for you. Your skills could position you at the cutting edge of discovery and development, where you could change the future.

 

About the industries 

Science and mathematics in Australia are driving important discoveries and innovations – like new ways of producing renewable energy for the world. This is making Australia a strong player in the global STEM industries, and Australia is collaborating on more projects with different countries. Companies and government agencies are investing more in these areas, and are likely to keep investing into the future. 

These industries are growing, and science and mathematics graduates can look forward to positive career outcomes, based on what we already know about the workforce: 

  • More than two million people in Australia’s workforce have STEM qualifications, and many people in these fields come from across the world. 
  • The most common career fields for science graduates are health care and social assistance, and education and training. People qualified in science are most likely to work as technicians or trades workers, or in professional roles. 
  • People with mathematics qualifications most often work in professional, scientific and technical services, as well as education and training. They mostly work in professional roles, or as managers. 
  • Most people with science or maths qualifications earn between A$41,600 to $104,000, but many professionals earn more than A$104,000 each year.

Society, culture and humanities

Study options 

Society, culture and humanities courses explore the parts of society that make us human, reveal our histories and shape our future – our stories, languages, political ideas, religions, symbols and cultural objects. They teach us to record, look at, analyse, explain and share different parts of human culture.  

Your studies could focus on things like:  

  • beliefs and value systems 
  • cultural expression (the way we express ideas) 
  • human development and behaviour 
  • human populations and their environments 
  • social organisation and structure 
  • social research methodology 
  • human interaction 
  • politics. 

While some courses include specific practical skills, like in archaeology, many humanities courses teach you to think in theoretical ways. You’ll learn important skills in: 

  • research methods 
  • critical thinking 
  • problem-solving 
  • emotional intelligence 
  • analysing data in meaningful ways 
  • collaboration and project management 
  • communicating complex ideas to people in ways that are easier to understand. 

If you are curious, you like exploring different viewpoints, and you want to gain knowledge and skills that will be valuable in any future career you have, then a humanities course could be what you are looking for.

 

Career options 

Some study areas in society, culture and humanities may seem very specific, but they can open up a great variety of interesting careers. Large global companies are looking for more humanities graduates than ever before due to their ability to research, write well and find patterns in data.  

With a qualification in this field, you will develop skills in communication, critical thinking, research and problem-solving. Your knowhow could be a great fit for different careers that range across: 

  • applying your skills and knowledge directly, and in a practical way – for example, as an archaeologist, translator or interpreter, art and museum curator, art preserver, aid worker, political diplomat or chaplain of religion 
  • giving advice or doing research behind the scenes – for example, as a government policy advisor, academic researcher or writer, career counsellor, religious guidance counsellor, political consultant, conservation or heritage advisor, or philosopher 
  • training or teaching others about your interest area – for example, as a history, cultural studies or language teacher in schools; cultural trainer in workplaces; or university tutor, lecturer or professor. 

Society, culture and humanities graduates are well prepared to look at life from different angles, and have excellent critical thinking skills.  

With a career in society, culture and humanities, you could help preserve important parts of our world cultures and have a positive influence on how society is shaped. 

Jobs in demand 

Society, culture and humanities graduates are needed across industries in Australia, and are also often hired by global companies like Google, Microsoft and Samsung. They are highly valued for their ‘transferable skills’, and ability to think critically and bring a human-centred perspective to their work. 

The industries where most social professionals work are: 

  • professional, scientific and technical services  
  • education and training 
  • public administration and safety 
  • mining. 

All of these are growth areas in Australia – which means more job opportunities for graduates in future. In fact, the demand for social professionals is rising, and is likely to grow by 18.9% (or 2,700 jobs) between 2021 and 2016.

Teacher education and training

Study options 

The teacher education and training field of study prepares you to shape the future of learning. By following this inspiring and rewarding career path, you could make a real difference in people’s lives.  

A teacher education and training course can help you:  

  • become a registered teacher or training professional 
  • develop specialist skills for teaching young children, school-aged children, university students or professionals 
  • learn how to use the latest education technologies 
  • develop expert knowledge and skills to guide and support learners 
  • build on your existing qualifications or change your career  
  • build strong skills in communication and organisation  
  • open up opportunities to work in a range of education and training settings, like schools and workplaces. 

If you have a passion for seeking knowledge, love being organised, and care about helping others to be their best, teacher education and training is a great option to consider.  

Popular courses include: 

  • Diploma of Early Childhood Education 
  • Bachelor of Education in Primary Teaching 
  • Bachelor of Education in Secondary Teaching  
  • Certificate IV in Training and Assessment 

Career options

Studying for a teacher education or training qualification can open up some of the most rewarding career options. 

There are many to choose from, depending on:  

  • the setting you’d like to work in, whether it’s in a classroom or an office 
  • the kinds of learners you’d like to focus on  
  • whether you want a more hands-on job like teaching or training, or want to provide research or expert advice. 
  • Your qualification could lead you to work in schools and higher education settings, businesses, and even online to support learners from a distance. You might work with pre-school or school-aged children, adult learners in universities or workplaces, or other experts in research organisations.  

Career outcomes include: 

  • teaching (in early childhood, primary or secondary education settings) 
  • specialist teaching (including becoming a teacher librarian, or English as an Additional Language (EAL) teacher) 
  • facilitating learning for adults (as a course designer, lecturer or tutor in universities and vocational education settings like technical colleges) 
  • professional training in workplaces (in person and online) 
  • education research (investigating issues in education and training to help improve practices and policies). 

Whichever path you choose, you could play a vital role in supporting learners to succeed in life and work and shape the future.  

Jobs in demand 

The industry for qualified teaching, education and training professionals in Australia is growing, and there are more career opportunities opening up every year.  

In Australia, education is one of the fastest-growing industries. It employs more than 1.12 million people. The need for teachers, and education and training professionals keeps increasing, and it is expected to grow by more than 10 per cent by 2027.   

Qualified teachers are in demand. Australia has almost doubled its funding for schools over the last decade so that even more students can have access to high-quality education. 

Travel, tourism and hospitality

Study Options

Travel, tourism and hospitality studies will give you specialist skills in your chosen area, but you will also gain important business skills and communication skills along the way. 

Depending on what interests you, or where your existing skills are, you could build your expertise in any part of the industry – from the ground services provided at airports and shipping ports, to concierge services and hotel management, and the food and drink experiences people have at their destinations.

Your studies can help you build your knowhow and practical skills in: 

  • the Australian tourism industry 
  • the global tourism industry
  • housekeeping
  • food and hospitality business 
  • preparation, display and service of food and beverages
  • business skills for managing tourist operations
  • project management skills 
  • interpersonal and customer service skills 
  • health and safety standards
  • flight services (on the ground and in the air)
  • hotel management. 

If you want a future full of fun and adventure, you love helping others enjoy life, and you want to become a fantastic communicator and customer service professional, this field could be a match for you.

 

Career options 

Working in this booming industry opens exciting opportunities with: 

  • hotel and resort groups 
  • food and beverage operators 
  • entertainment and leisure services 
  • tourism operators 
  • transport and travel providers 
  • destination marketing and management organisations.  

Worldwide travel is opening up, and people are spending more time investing in leisure. That means there is more demand for professional staff in international travel, tourism and hospitality organisations.  

With your expertise in your chosen area coupled with your understanding of business, you will have skills that are needed all over the world – you could take your job nearly anywhere where services are needed, and have an adventure at the same time.  

Whether you pursue a career as a pilot, a hotel housekeeper, a restaurant manager or a chef, you will be part of a global team that is making places more fun and enjoyable for people to experience.  

Jobs in demand 

Australia plays a major role in reconnecting people from around the world and providing them with great experiences.  

With its incredible landscapes, colourful cities, friendly locals and foodie culture, it is no wonder that the country’s thriving travel, tourism and hospitality industry is growing and needs to employ more people.  

Between 2021 and 2026, it’s expected that there will be increased demand for workers across the industry. Employment is expected to increase by:  

  • 13.2% in accommodation and food services – an extra 112,400 jobs 
  • 34% in travel agency and tour arrangement services – an extra 10,200 jobs. 

Across these sectors, the number of jobs is set to increase most for:  

  • hotel and motel managers – 2.2% (400) more jobs 
  • travel attendants – 23.9% (1,100) more jobs 
  • café and restaurant managers – 23.7% (17,500) more jobs 
  • chefs – 13.9% (11,200) more jobs 
  • fast food cooks – 18% (10,300) more jobs 
  • air transport professionals – 31.4% (3,900) more jobs. 

Veterinary medicine

Career options 

Many people who study in a veterinary medicine course want to become a vet or vet nurse. But there is a much bigger list of interesting careers to consider too. For example:  

  • veterinarian/veterinary surgeon 
  • veterinary nurse (assisting veterinarians) 
  • animal attendant or trainer (train, feed, groom and care for animals) 
  • animal nutritionist 
  • animal psychologist/behaviouris 
  • pet / domestic animal carer 
  • research scientist 
  • ecologist 
  • ecotourism specialist 
  • wildlife conservation specialist 
  • zoologist. 

Specialists are needed across the world, anywhere where there are animals. That means your career could even include opportunities to travel.  

Your work will be important in improving the welfare of animals, whether they are in the wild, on farms or in people’s homes.

 

Jobs in demand 

As more people invest in pets, farms become more productive, and we find ways to protect our wildlife, vets and other animal care specialists play important roles. Just like people, animals also need healthcare and other care services. 

The demand for vet nurses and veterinarians is increasing. 

  • From 2021 to 2026, the number of veterinary nurses employed in Australia is expected to grow by 15.4% (from 15,400 to 17,800).  
  • The number of veterinarians is expected to grow by 19.7% (from 9,600 to 11,400). 

Animal attendants and trainers are also in demand. 

  • The number of animal attendants and trainers in Australia is expected to rise by 14.9% (from 20,700 to 23,800) by 2026. 

Because of this, many graduates find employment soon after graduating. In 2021, 84.4% of international graduates in Australia with a veterinary science degree were employed four months after graduating. For international graduates with a postgraduate qualification, 90.3% were employed after their studies.

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