The Study Plan

How to Make Study Financially Viable

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:04:36 +1000

Making study financially achievable. Financial adviser Charles Azzopardi shares practical tips to help you make studying more affordable and financially manageable.

Hairdressing to Social Work

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:42:53 +1000

Hear how Kat turned a 20-year career in hairdressing and a life-changing moment into the courage to pursue her passion for social work.

Retail to Psychology

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:42:06 +1000

Follow Jayne’s inspiring journey, from working in pharmacy retail, to stepping into nursing, and now approaching the finish line of her psychology degree.

Health Promo to Postgrad Exercise Science

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:09:09 +1000

Discover how Nicola, a mum of three, reinvented her career, stepping away from a successful role in health promotion to pursue a degree in Exercise Science, and ultimately embark on a postgraduate research journey.

Parole Officer to Speech

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:48:45 +1000

After an 11‑year career as a parole officer, Danielle a proud mother of two, embraced an exciting new chapter, pursuing her passion for speech pathology.

Banking to Exercise Science

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:24:56 +1000

After 24 years in banking, Stuart made a bold, life‑changing decision during an overseas trip, opening the door to a new direction and a more meaningful, fulfilling future.

Vet Nurse to Nursing

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:47:35 +1000

Driven by her curiosity and a desire to find answers, Tema made the move from vet nursing into psychology and now, she’s taking the next step by studying nursing.

Admin to Biomedicine

Thu, 14 May 2026 13:00:42 +1000

From an unconventional upbringing to a career in administration, hear how mother of three Prue built her future through work and study.

Retail to Oral Health

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 09:51:55 +1000

Hear Leah’s journey - a mum of two who shifted from retail and an unfinished Arts degree to studying oral health.

Retail to Paramedics

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:51:46 +1100

Hear how Tiarne’s journey took her from retail to dental nursing, and ultimately to pursuing her dream of becoming a paramedic.

Concreter to Occupational Therapy

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:38:37 +1100

From earning a degree in Forensic Science to building a thriving concrete business, Beau has never been afraid to take bold steps. Now, with a passion for improving lives, Beau is pursuing a degree in Occupational Therapy.

Amateur Fighter to Exercise Science

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:34:26 +1100

Hear how Mark—a former amateur fighter, retired bouncer, and personal trainer - navigates a turbulent past to pursue his passion for exercise science.

Retail to Postgrad Social Work

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:49:49 +1100

Discover Ross’ incredible journey - from his early days in Scotland’s music scene, to a decade working at Bunnings in Australia, and now pursuing a master’s degree in social work.

Hospitality to Art Therapy

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:37:38 +1000

Discover Laura’s inspiring journey—from her early days in hospitality, to pursuing her passion with a visual arts degree, and now completing her Master of Art Therapy.

Admin to Postgrad Nursing

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:41:21 +1000

Cindy left high school early, worked in retail and hospitality, moved into admin and aged care, and is now studying nursing postgrad.

Business Analyst to Juris Doctor

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:48:33 +1000

Discover Oliver's journey from his roots in Far North Queensland, through to his business studies and successful career as a Business Analyst, to his bold transition into studying the Juris Doctor (JD).

Visual Arts to Languages (Mandarin)

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:23:05 +1000

After completing her law studies in Slovenia, follow Suzana’s journey as she moved to Australia, explored Visual Arts, and ultimately pursued a Diploma of Languages in Mandarin.

Pastry Chef to Health Info Management

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 13:00:09 +1000

After relocating from Italy, Virginia transitioned from a thriving career as a Pastry Chef to pursuing studies in Health Information Management.

Business to Outdoor & Sustainable Education

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:08:49 +1000

After a successful business career, Stevie, a mother of two, chose to reskill and return to study, prioritizing her family and long-term career goals.

Hospitality to Postgrad Science

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 14:11:46 +1000

Learn how Kerthy transitioned from hospitality and small business to earning a diploma, degree, and master's in science—all while raising three children.

Odd Jobs to Science

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:04:57 +1000

Ash overcame life’s challenges, transitioning from various jobs to earning a Diploma of Science, then advancing to a Bachelor of Science.

Apprenticeship to Social Work

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:06:21 +1000

Hear how Hayley went from a signwriting apprenticeship and a long-term career in retail to becoming a Social Worker.

TAFE student to Occupational Therapy

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 13:41:40 +1100

Allira talks about how her university journey started with TAFE and ended in a degree in Occupational Therapy.

Retail to Nursing

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:55:36 +1100

Hear how Ebony has juggled family, work and life in general to finally reach her dream of becoming a nurse.

Diesel Mechanic to Paramedic

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:43:29 +1000

How a life changing moment led to Travis trading in work as a diesel mechanic, pig farmer and real estate auctioneer for a degree in paramedicine.

Professional netball to Business

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:28:29 +1000

Hear how former professional netballer Kathleen overcame a career ending injury and adversity to start her business degree.