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Script writer, TV
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
"In my honour’s thesis, I wrote about women in key creative roles in Australian television. I did this huge spreadsheet of all these amazing female writers that I loved. I can now say that in my career, I have literally worked with all those women that I wrote about in my thesis."
Director, Strategic Communications, Major Road Projects Victoria
Bachelor of Media Communication
"By taking a wide variety of classes, I was able to expand my knowledge and find my strengths and weaknesses. The value of the degree lay in gaining exposure to a variety of areas before having to work out which one was best for me and my professional goals."
Associate (Commercial Litigation), Stephenson Harwood, London
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and Bachelor of Arts
"Studying a double degree is a fantastic way to get your brain thinking in different ways which can broaden your horizons. Lawyers not only need to know about the law, but also the way businesses operate, the social, moral and economic frameworks that govern society ... The way I interact, collaborate and work with others in my day-to-day life is heavily influenced by the things I learned outside o"
Singer / Songwriter
Bachelor of Music
"Studying at Monash provided me with people to talk to, a new focus on musical goals and helped me discover where I wanted to go next. I created my latest project at Monash, which has propelled my solo career. I've played about 15 festivals this year, and that was before releasing my solo EP!"
Sports Journalist, The Age
"Do other things outside of your degree. I have been a sports editor a couple of times during my career and if I was looking at a resume and that person didn't do anything outside of their degree, there's nothing that differentiates them from the next person – whether it’s starting your own blog or something else, you need to show you’re putting in extra."
Global Content Curator, World Vision
Bachelor of Global Studies
"I believe we build our jobs – just get involved with as much as you can and you’ll start carving your ideal resume and the job you want will come."
Associate Editor, FS Private Wealth at Financial Standard
Master of Journalism
"Having experience doing actual reporting and publishing stories is so important for getting a job in journalism. Knowing how to handle your sources, and treating information carefully and respectfully, the ethics side of reporting is really important."
Permaculture Educator, Designer and Facilitator
"Graduating in 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) majoring in Geography and Environmental Science, Kat went on to design an urban permaculture system that generates enough fresh produce to feed a two-person household, as well as guests, for an entire year."
Engagement Coordinator, The Australia-Indonesia Centre
Bachelor of Arts
"Ghian has represented Indonesia in international youth forums, including as an ambassador for G20 Youth Summit, British Council Global Changemakers and the Study of the United States Institute. He co-founded Krakatoas FC, an Australian rules football community of Australians and Indonesians based in Melbourne."
Brand & Partnership Marketing Manager - MINI Australia & New Zealand
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts
"Nikesh commenced his marketing career at L'Oréal as a marketing graduate before returning to Monash as a Marketing Coordinator and then Marketing Manager."
Head of Multilateral Relation Section on Creative Economy at the Ministry of the Republic of Indonesia
Master of International Sustainable Tourism Management
"Herlina chose to study at Monash because she believes the degree is one of best tourism development and management programs in Australia.The Masters provided her with the opportunity to learn from experts in tourism development in both developed and emerging countries, as well as offering her a network of friends and colleagues from across the globe."
Managing Editor for Australia and New Zealand at Bloomberg
PhD (Creative writing)
"I would encourage anyone even slightly considering a PhD to just go for it. I continued to work during my candidature and even gave birth to twins mid-way. Completing my PhD realised a lifelong dream of mine, and I will use the skills and knowledge I gained for the rest of my life."
