Not sure what to study?
Take what you are good at and transform it into a career with a degree from JCU. Our guide allows you to connect your strengths and interests to a career that best suits you. If you are unsure of what you might like to study, don’t stress! By looking through our guide, you will have a better idea of what study areas and careers paths are available. Always remember, we are here to help.
I'm good at words, pictures and stories
I want to:
About me
- I am caring
- I enjoy working with people
- I like being part of my community
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- Teacher
- Youth Worker
- Counsellor
About me
- I want to make an impact
- Have a passion for change
- I like to understand people
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- Health officer
- Human resource manager
- Community lawyer
- Policy advisor
About me
- I enjoy bringing my ideas to life
- I love to be creative and solve problems
- I like to be innovative and collaborate with others
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- Journalist
- Social media manager
- Policy advisor
About me
- I have a desire to help my community
- I am passionate about sustainable practices
- I enjoy solving problems
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into
- Lawyer
- Social worker
- Political scientist
About me
- I have a keen interest in how financial markets work
- I enjoy TV shows such as House of Cards and Shark Tank
- I have played games such as Monopoly, Payday and Money Magic
Possible JCU courses
What roles can I go into?
- Policy advisor
- Project manager
- Commercial lawyer
About me
- I enjoy breaking down information so that it is understandable
- My hobbies include coaching, public speaking or writing
- I watch TV shows such as Explained, How Do They Do It and Planet Earth
Possible JCU courses
What roles can I go into?
- Public relations officer
- Marking and communications specialist
- Human resources manager
About me
- I like to make people feel included and have fun
- I am adventurous, and I enjoy unique challenges
- I love to explore new ideas and concepts
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- Author
- Broadcast journalist
- Screenwriter
I'm good at science, numbers and technology
I want to:
About me
- I like helping people who are in need
- I enjoy problem-solving
- I follow public figures like Doctor Mike and Kayla Itsines
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- General Practitioner
- Psychiatrist
- Pharmacist
About me
- I would like to use my skills to leave lasting impacts
- I want to see positive changes in my community
- I like watching TV shows like Everyday Gourmet and The Game Changers
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- Biologist
- Speech pathologist
- Physiotherapist
About me
- I am good at thinking outside the box
- I have a strong attention to detail and take pride in my work
- I watch TV shows such as MythBusters, The IT Crowd and How It’s Made
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into
- Civil engineer
- Software developer
- Systems analyst
About me
- I want to help do what’s best for the environment
- I am eager to help solve environmental issues such as climate change and deforestation
- I enjoy documentaries such as Planet Earth and Before the Flood
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- Environmental scientist
- Wildlife consultant
- Oceanographer
About me
- I am interested in the financial sector
- I want to learn how markets contribute to economic growth
- I follow public figures such as Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- Economist
- Investment banker/manager
- Financial analyst
About me
- I am good at breaking down complex information to make it easy to understand
- My hobbies include listening to podcasts and keeping up with current events
- I am a good listener and good a talking with people
Possible JCU courses
- Allied Health
- Business and Finance
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Medicine and Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Science
What roles can I go into?
- IT specialist
- Case manager
- Medical educator
About me
- I have a talent for gaining people’s attention
- I enjoy combining my creative ideas with my technical abilities
- I enjoy playing games like Minecraft and Fortnite
Possible JCU courses
What type of roles can I go into?
- Designer
- Software developer
- Programmer
Explore JCU study areas
Explore our study options. To find the degree that’s right for you, be sure to look at all the information available so that you can make a decision that is best suited to your skills and interests.
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