The University of Queensland

What our graduates say ›

• Sophie’s passion has always been marine conservation, which now sees her developing Cambodia’s first effectively managed Marine Protected Area.

  

  The role sees Sophie liaising with several significant government departments and clients.

• Angela currently works as a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) officer with CNC Project Management in Kangaroo Point.

  

  Angela’s current role with CNC is varied and finds her working with spatial data, managing data collection in the field, training non-GIS staff in data capture and providing mapping for various clients.

• Rebecca Batton undertook postgraduate studies in Environmental Management to hone her skills as a Fisheries Scientist.

  

  “UQ offered courses that were relevant to my work, so I could study through a workplace program,” Ms Batton said.

• Kate’s dedication to the Planning profession started early in her career.

  

  “The value of planning, and the role it can play in improving resilience in our communities is something that I am very passionate about.”

• Mr Ajmal worked as an Institutional Development Specialist in the USAID funded Assessment and Strengthening Program

  

  “The best part about my study was that it enhanced my desire to bring about positive change in the community, government, local and global environments"

• Ms Rubia-Tutay is the Director for Planning Service in the Philippines

  

  She is implementing programs to encourage inclusive growth and poverty reduction in the Philippines, using the skills she learnt in her Development Practice (Development Planning) program at UQ.

• Andrew chose to study Environmental Management so he could make a difference

  

  "I get to do lots of travel. I spent seven weeks in Africa through my job with Ensight on a Rio Tinto mine site as part of a project to develop an energy strategy for them"

• “I am in charge of researching environmental issues surrounding energy development in Vietnam,"

  

  After receiving his Master of Environmental Management in 2011, UQ graduate Nam Hoai Nguyen returned home to begin working on a sustainable energy vision for Vietnam

• Aya Mizumura is now working for international NGO The Nature Conservancy

  

  "My degree from UQ prepared me with the knowledge and problem solving skills to deal with various global environmental and conservation issues"

• Elin is now a researcher with the Queensland Centre for Population Research

  

  I wanted to study at UQ because the School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Management is host to world-leading researchers in the field of migration and human spatial mobility.

• Ellie Smith went from student to associate producer on an environmental film.

  

  “I look forward to a time when development of our resources happens with utmost concern for people and the planet rather than profit"

• Chiara Wood provides advice to the Minister, Director-General and other departments on planning and development law.

  

  "I work in the planning law team of the Legal Services division and my BRTP definitely helped me in getting this job, as a good understanding of the planning system is required"

• While studying Jorge had the opportunity to participate in The UN Convention on Climate Change. He now works for a Brisbane Environmental consultancy.

  

  "I chose the University of Queensland because it offered the best courses in carbon management and sustainability business practice"

• Chris moved to Australia to study the Master of GIS program and is now working on a project to assess the risk of climate change variations on key assets.

  

  "Studying at UQ gave Chris the opportunity to develop contacts with researchers and respected peers in industry that in turn led to a range of jobs"

• Jasmin landed a position with UDIA after completing 3 research projects for them during her industrial placement as part of her degree.

  

  "I’m able to influence real outcomes on the ground, helping to create a more sustainable urban environment"

• Guy Gibson was one of UQ’s earliest Planning program graduates, now he is helping to shape the profession

  

  "One of the features of the UQ program was the exposure that students received to other fields of study and lecturers from other departments: everything from surveying and soil science to sociology and law"

• International student Isabel Ceron has doubled her career prospects by obtaining two Master degrees from UQ.

  

  [UQ] is huge, academically prestigious and research-hungry, which is all you aim for when deciding where to do your postgraduate studies

• Michael has helped implement a program of assessing the rebuilding of housing after the 2011 floods & cyclones in Queensland.

  

  "Coming out of UQ with hundreds of hours of hands-on use of industry standard GIS technology, backed by the theory provided in the lectures had me job ready"

• Mr Boughey works as an Assistant Director in the Australian Government Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency

  

  "I plan to continue my work on interesting and challenging topics that help make our world a better and more ecologically sustainable place."

• After his Masters of Environmental Management Randall secured a place in the Centre for Sustainability Leadership Fellowship Program

  

  “Drawing on the formal knowledge I gained from my recent studies at UQ, I can share, develop and apply solutions to sustainability problems through my growing network"

• Kristine Dewar designs and delivers innovative carbon management and sustainability services

  

  “The opportunity to complete an Industrial Placement and also the honours research I undertook during my final year was a valuable and enjoyable experience that gave me the focus needed to pursue a career in business sustainability”.

• Stephanie Wyeth has pioneered social sustainability and community diversity in urban and regional planning policy and practice.

  

  “I am very keen to assist in raising the profile of social planning issues”

• Sophie Lam completed her Bachelor of Regional and Town Planning Degree in 2010. She now works for Ken Ryan & Associates in Toowong.

  

  “I think that having a UQ degree really gives you an edge in the job market"

• Cole Gainer did his Masters of Environmental Management at UQ and gained a coveted internship with the United Nations

  

  “My environmental problem solving course did a fantastic job because the reports I am working on mirror the assignments we completed in class"

• Ralf is the Director of his own company, Spatial Ventures and is engaged in projects in Afghanistan and New Caledonia.

  

  "Sound theoretical background & practical work during my study helped me to be firm in developing concepts, methods and applications that are crucial for my daily work”

• Sarah's studied Geographical Sciences at UQ. Her work protects Australia’s wildlife and its habitat.

  

  The diversity of Sarah’s work means that she is constantly on the go.

• Nicholas is a former UQ Bachelor of Science (Geographical Science) student who went on to work for CSIRO

  

  “As an undergraduate student I studied in the fields of both Geographical Science and Earth Science. I enjoyed the variety of courses that I could select from that suited my interests within these fields"

• After graduating Melanie went on to work for The Port of Brisbane Corporation.

  

  "Being given an understanding of the variety of environmental issues and management techniques,.... meant that I went into the workplace well-equipped to provide advice and guidance to industry and government on key issues”

• In the future I plan to continue my studies with a PHD in conservation planning at UQ. It was because of my Masters that I finally found an area which I have passion to work in.

  

  "I received one of the best quality educations in Australia, and consequently it is helping me to achieve my professional goals in my environmental career"

• 2010 Master of Urban and Regional Planning Graduate Theresa Fullerton hopes to help create a sustainable future

  

  "I was provided with two very rewarding professional experiences during my time at UQ..."

• Saravanan studied at UQ, examining the socio-political process behind water management from an institutional perspective.

  

  Dr Subramanian is a Senior Research Fellow within the Centre for Development Research (ZEF) in the University of Bonn, Germany, one of Europe’s leading institutions in development research.

• Dr Joanne Nightingale now works as a Research Scientist with Sigma Space Corporation,

  

  “There aren’t nearly enough young scientists in this research area, especially women. UQ is one of the leading Universities in this field and offers a full spectrum of geographical science courses.”

• Masters of Environmental Management graduate Miguel Molina moved from Mexico to study at UQ

  

  The Environmental Management Master´s program offered me the possibility to cater my course options depending on my interests and needs as an international full-time student

• Masters of Environmental Management graduate Miguel Molina moved from Mexico to study at UQ

  

  "Choosing UQ was a matter of deciding where I would receive a high quality education and what would be most useful to me in the future".

• Paul Schmidt is currently doing a PhD with GPEM after completing his Bachelor of Environmental Management (Sustainable Development) degree in 2009.

  

  "UQ is a great environment to learn and experience a whole range of applications for sustainability principles"

• Joshua Soderholm researches thunderstorms in South East Queensland.

  

  "I have been able to access state of the art resources, funding for my own research at UQ and most importantly, a wide range of contacts within the weather community"

• UQ was always the logical choice for Kathrine for her planning degree

  

  "If I could do my university days over again I would still chose UQ, still chose my degree and still chose the St Lucia campus"

• Kim Stone completed a Planning degree at UQ and now works for the Urban Land Development Authority

  

  "I applied for a job with Urban Renewal Brisbane in Brisbane City Council as the job description reminded me of my 3rd year planning project, which I had really enjoyed"

• Jaryd Collins completed a planning degree in 2006

  

  From an early age I had an interest in how towns and urban form worked – so it was a natural decision to choose Town Planning

• in 2011 Laura was named Australia's Young Planner of the Year.

  

  "My degree has allowed me to follow my intended career path. It prepared me for the workplace and the issues and processes required on a daily basis"