ANU Open Day 2021: Health & Medicine sessions
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Pre-recorded sessions
Most of the sessions listed below were recorded in the last 12 months, but they still provide a good overview of our degree programs, research and student experience.
Biology student experiences
Hear from current students Ivan Vinogradov and Zhijia Yuwhat it is like to study Biology, Biological Sciences and Quantitative Biology and Bioinformatics at ANU.
Discover Psychology at ANU
Listen to Dr Stephanie Goodhew and Associate Professor Mark Edwards introducing Psychology at ANU and demonstrating how the brain perceives the outside world.
Employability in Biotechnology
Learn about different areas of Biotechnology, examples of careers and employment trends, as well as an overview of studying the Master of Biotechnology at ANU.
Employability in Public Health
Learn about different areas of public health and its applications, examples of careers and employment trends in different areas, and what it is like to work in public health as well as an overview of studying the Master of Public Health at The Australian National University.
Employability in Quantitative Biology and Bioinformatics
Learn about different areas of Biology and Bioinformatics and their applications, examples of careers and employment trends in different areas, what it is like to work in Biology and Bioinformatics as well as an overview of studying the Master of Science in Quantitative Biology and Bioinformatics at the Australian National University.
First year science at ANU - What to expect
Join our pre-recorded session where our academics, first-year convenors and our student will take you through an interactive Q&A session to explore course guidance, enrolment advice and different perspectives on what you can expect as a first year science student at ANU.
Master of Professional Psychology
Discover the unique features of the Master of Professional Psychology and listen to our current students sharing their experience.
Masters programs in biology
In this postgraduate focused session, we talk about the Masters of Science program at the ANU Research School of Biology. Our panelists cover the different choices we offer based on your area of interest, briefly explaining the program structure, courses you can take and the benefits of each of your options.
Medical Research: careers showcase
Ever wondered what a career in medical research looks like? Our students take your through their journey at the John Curtin School of Medical Research. Join us to find out.
Medical School Student Experience
The ANU Medical School is committed to providing an environment that fosters excellence and creativity in our future doctors, health professionals and medical scientists. Hear from our current students Jevin Karunia and Mayur Azam about their experiences.
Meet a current Psychology student
Danushika, Bachelor of Science (Psychology) graduate and current Clinical Psychology PhD student at ANU, shares her experience studying at ANU and living in Canberra.
Meet Atul, current Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) student
Meet Atul, ANU Bachelor of Philosophy (PhB) graduate who is now pursuing a Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) degree at ANU. In this pre-recorded Atul talks about his background, motivations, his student experience and journey into studying Medicine at ANU.
Meet Lachlan, current Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (MChD) student
Listen to current Doctor of Medicine and Surgery student Lachlan Arthur sharing his experience studying at ANU and living in Canberra.
Pathways to the study of population health
Hear from the academics that teach the Master of Applied Epidemiology and the Master of Public Health at ANU. You will learn about the pathway options to pursue study in these fields and career opportunities.
Providing psychological services to people affected by bushfires
Facilitated by Associate Professor Bruce Christensen, psychology and mental health experts discuss how to prepare mental health workers across Australia to provide post-disaster support.
Psychology at ANU
Professor Michael Platow, Associate Director (Science Education) talks about what psychology is, what psychologists do and what studying psychology is like at ANU.
Psychology at ANU and pathways to a psychology career
Join Professor Iain Walker, Director of the ANU Research School of Psychology, who will talk about Psychology at ANU, pathways to become a psychologist and career opportunities in this discipline.
Psychology student experiences
Learn about what it is like to study Clinical Psychology and Professional Psychology at ANU, and hear from our current students Yushi Wang and Samuel Moorby about their experiences.
Public Health student experiences
Studying public health at ANU will prepare you to improve the population’s mental and physical health through discovery, education and the translation of research into effective health policy and practice. Learn from our current students Suji O'Connor and Malebogo Solomon about their experiences.
Sharing science pathways with meriSTEM
Find out more about the exciting meriSTEM project and tune into a pre-recorded panel discussion between four of our students about their journey into Science and their involvement with the meriSTEM project.
Socioemotional tools for maintaining mental health and wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic
In this prerecorded webinar, Associate Professor Bruce Christensen facilitates a panel of expert discussing general coping strategies, how to manage emotions, the importance of play and how to build personal communities and stay connected with others during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Studying biology and biomedical science
Considering studying Biology or Biomedical Science? Dr Susan Howitt and Dr Julie Beckman discuss why the Research School of Biology at ANU might be the best place for you.
The Bachelor of Health Science - a pathway to a career in the health care sector
Hear a welcome message from some of the teaching staff of the Bachelor of Health Science and take a deep dive into the structure of the program. You will hear from students who have graduated from the Bachelor of Health Science and are now working towards a career in medicine.
Why study chemistry at ANU
Chemistry is a central science which underlies every scientific discipline from the environment through biology to physics and astronomy. Solutions to the world’s current major challenges - energy, water, and climate - will have their origins in chemistry. Join our academics and students to hear about their journey at the Research School of Chemistry at ANU.
You can't ask that... (yes you can). Questions about studying at the ANU Medical School
Learn from our current students and academic staff about what it's like to study medicine at ANU, entry pathways and other aspects of the life of a medical student.