Graduate Profiles & Testimonials Keeping Our 7 Good Reasons Graduates Satisfied to Choose UOW •No

graduate profiles & testimonials keeping our 7 good reasons graduates satisfied to choose UOW •No. 1 for students’ ‘educational It gives me great pleasure to introduce you to the University of Wollongong’s Graduate Profiles and experience’ and ‘graduate outcomes’: Testimonials publication. rated as the nation’s top university Our graduates are, after all, our reason for existing– and our aim every year is to produce many for the past three years. thousands of satisfied graduates. (Good Universities Guide 2003) We believe our graduates have every reason to be satisfied with the education, training and • Australia’s University of the Year – twice: experiences they receive at UOW. for ‘outstanding R&D partnerships’ and We pride ourselves in our student-centred approach to teaching and learning, which ensures our graduates emerge with a broad range of practical and communications skills, the ability to think for for ‘preparing graduates for the e-world’. themselves and solve problems, and flexibility to adapt to new situations in our ever-changing world. (Good Universities Guides 1999-2000 and 2000-2001) Our students also gain essential computer, analytical, interpersonal and management skills. Our Attributes of a Wollongong Graduate (on the following page) commit the University to producing •No. 1 for graduate employment, under graduates with a range of professional and personal skills. graduates entering postgraduate study, UOW courses are tailored to practical outcomes and real-world situations. As a result, our graduates and student satisfaction fare well above the average in the employment market-place. (The Australian newspaper. Based on 2002 statistics from the Department of Education, The Graduate Destination Survey released late in 2002 showed 93.3 percent of UOW students Science and Technology) graduating with bachelor degrees in 2001 found full-time employment within four months of completing their studies, compared with the NSW average of 84.5 percent and the national figure of • Jobs for graduates: employment 83 percent. It was the fourth successive year that UOW had exceeded the national average by more prospects for our graduates are 10% than 10 percent, and confirmed our standing as the Good Universities Guide’s number one university above the national average. in Australia for graduate outcomes (finding a job) for the past three years. (Graduate Careers Council 2001) These results reflect well on our academics, support staff and careers support. But most of all they reflect well on our students. We are very proud of our graduates, who by their performance in their • Research leader: one of Australia's most chosen fields act as superb ambassadors for this University, and pave the way for those who follow in research-intensive universities. their footsteps. • International links: active partnerships The word is out there about the quality of our graduates and our courses, and I couldn’t be prouder. with over 50 universities in research, I am gratified that this cross-section of our graduates have been inspired to share their teaching and exchange; as well as with experiences and impressions of their time at UOW, and the value of what they have gained here. major corporations, organisations I hope it inspires the next generation of UOW graduates to continue to build on the reputation this University is gaining around Australia, and overseas. and government bodies, across the globe.

Yours sincerely • Internationally recognised: ranked as one of the top 10 Australian universities.

(AsiaWeek magazine) Gerard Sutton Vice-Chancellor University of Wollongong • commitment • independent learning • intellectual development • creativity •self-confidence • understanding of teamwork • evaluate and implement decisions • appreciation and valuing of cultural and intellectual diversity attributes of a wollongong graduate

The attributes that the University of Wollongong expects of its graduates should be developed while they are students, and their attainment is a key measure of the University’s achievement of its core functions.

[ A commitment to continued and independent learning, intellectual development, critical analysis and creativity. ] [ Coherent and extensive knowledge in a discipline, appropriate ethical standards and where appropriate, defined professional skills. ] [ Self-confidence combined with oral and written communication skills of a high level. ] [ A capacity for, and understanding of teamwork. ] [ An ability to logically analyse issues, evaluate different options and viewpoints, and implement decisions. ] [ An appreciation and valuing of cultural and intellectual diversity and the ability to function in a multicultural or global environment. ] [ A basic understanding of information literacy and specific skills acquiring, organising, and presenting information, particularly through computer based activity. ] [ A desire to continually seek improved solutions and to initiate, and participate in, organisational, social and cultural change. ] [ An acknowledgment and acceptance of individual responsibilities and obligations and of the assertion of the rights of the individual and the community. ] collection of information appearing in this publication

The tables displayed in this book have been We invited 6,000 of our graduates under the age We would like to take the opportunity to thank our compiled using the 2002 Graduate Destination of 27 to submit testimonials for this project. Each graduates who were very gracious with their time Survey data. This survey was sent to students graduate was asked to complete a questionnaire in supplying the University with updated completing their studies in 2001, and graduating that formed the basis for the testimonials in this information on their outstanding achievements, at either the July 2001 or December 2001 booklet. All testimonials that appear were career destination and future hopes and dreams. graduation ceremonies. We have selected a group approved for content and use in this publication. of responses from this survey to provide an We were overwhelmed with the response from our indication of the direction of our graduates. These graduates and not all testimonials received could tables are not exhaustive and are intended to be be showcased in this publication. used as a guide only. Edward Bray commercBachelor of Commerce (Marketing) 4

• Accountancy • Business Information Systems • Economics • Employment Relations • Financial Planning • Finance • Human Resource Management • Industrial Relations • International Business • Legal Studies • Logistics • Management • Marketing

I attended Kiama High School and decided to I started my career at CBA after graduating in Fairfax Business Magazines. I have also worked study at the University of Wollongong because it 1996 with a Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing for Starcom Media as a media buyer, and Val was close to my home town and offered the and Management). Since then I have had six Morgan Cinema Advertising as a National Film course I wanted. I graduated from the Bachelor different roles, and am now a Project Manager Executive. A major achievement of mine was to of Commerce (Accountancy and Finance) with in a Learning Program Design Team. In this role be awarded Film Executive of the Year Distinction in 2001. This course was very I manage design and development of sales and 2001/2002. I completed the Bachelor of comprehensive and when I was looking for service learning. Whilst at the University of Commerce (Marketing) in 1995, and have employment opportunities the University Wollongong, I found that the quality practical found that a degree from the University of attracted all of the major companies to its assignments are an important ingredient of the Wollongong was a point of differentiation over Careers Fair. One of my personal achievements Commerce degree. The University has a very other graduates. was studying at Umea University, Sweden for six good reputation at my workplace – that is Edward Bray months as part of the exchange program at the where many graduates are recruited from. John Fairfax University of Wollongong. Kirsten Bissett Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) 1995 I now work at Qantas Airways in a Finance Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) Sydney Boys’ High School graduate position involving four, six month Bachelor of Commerce rotations through various positions such as (Marketing and Management) 1996 Financial Reporting, Tax, Financial Planning, Kanahooka High School I chose the University of Wollongong because it Treasury, Corporate Finance and Internal Audit. I was a very well-respected university. The can then apply for any full time permanent location was far away enough away from The University of Wollongong was my first finance position on offer. So far I have been Sydney to get an intimate educational choice to study for a Bachelor of Commerce involved in Balance Sheet reporting, putting experience but still close and accessible for (Accountancy) as I received a cadetship, it was together the 2001/02 Financial Report and I am work experience opportunities. I completed a close to home, and had a growing reputation as now working on management reporting. At the Bachelor of Commerce in 1999 and majored in a sound university. I am now working for Gucci moment I am working toward completing the Employment Relations and am now the Australia as a Finance Manager, and am Chartered Accountant qualification and becoming National Human Resource Manager for the 700 responsible for managing the full finance a senior finance professional at Qantas. staff at Pearson Australia, including Penguin function of the Timepiece Division. Other Matthew Arnet Books and Pearson Education. My role involves positions where I have worked as an Accountant Qantas Airways managing a team and a variety of different have included: YHA NSW, BHP, Qantas, human resource responsibilities such as Bachelor of Commerce American Express and NDC Communications. compensation, payroll, recruitment, (Accountancy and Finance) 2001 Mark Bizeray performance management and training. Since Kiama High School Gucci Australia graduating I have also worked for the Law Society of NSW and Informa Publishing in the Bachelor of Commerce (Accountancy) 1994 United Kingdom for two and a half years where Edmund Rice College I was a Human Resource Manager. This involved all of the above human resource I now work for John Fairfax as Marketing responsibilities covering the UK and some Services Manager, Magazines. In this role I international divisions in Hong Kong and New ce handle trade marketing responsibilities for York. One of my personal achievements was • Accountancy • Business Information Systems • Economics • Employment Relations • Financial Planning • Finance • Human Resource Management • Industrial Relations • International Business • Legal Studies • Logistics • Management • Marketing

running several mergers and acquisitions for authority’, allowing me to advise as an Russia, Latvia, Egypt and Turkey; and my the Company while I was there. My career authorised representative in my employment. overall experience at the University of ambition is to advance further in human Now my career goal is to build an excellent Wollongong – I miss it! resource management or into general network and gain the respect of my senior Sarah Edwards management in the media industry. peers. After finishing my HSC at Elderslie High WHK Financial Services School I decided to study at the University of Kim Coates Wollongong because of its excellent location, Bachelor of Commerce Pearson Australia beautiful campus, the young and friendly (Accountancy and Finance) 1997 Bachelor of Commerce environment, and not to mention it being St George Girls’ High (Employment Relations) 1999 quieter than Sydney. Attending the University of Karabar High School Wollongong is a decision I don’t regret I completed the Bachelor of Commerce especially after having spoken to friends who (Accountancy) degree at the University of attended other universities. Wollongong I have had a number of jobs since graduating Wollongong as a mature age student. I had provided exactly what I wanted, a relaxing and from the Bachelor of Commerce in 1996. I am previously worked in low-level accounting and excellent place to study. currently working for CBA/Colonial as a wanted to increase my opportunities for Mastertrust Insurance Product Manager, though Brett Douglas employment. I am now working as a Financial I have also worked for the International Energy National Bank Accountant for Brambles Industrial Services, Agency in The Netherlands as a research Bachelor of Commerce doing month end and financial reporting, as analyst for heat pumps, as well as ING. Some (Economics and Finance) 1997 well as studying CPA. I selected the University personal achievements include: being Elderslie High School of Wollongong for its location, reputation and recognised as Employee of the Quarter ability to accommodate part-time students. My (Colonial) and receiving the Graduate Diploma degree has provided me with endless in Insurance with Merit. The University of I am currently working as a Financial Planner opportunities that were previously unavailable. Wollongong was my first choice as it has high and Manager at WHK Financial Services. In my Nicole Howe quality lecturers and facilities, as well as being position I provide advice to high net worth Brambles Industrial Services renowned in Australia as a leading university. individuals. One of my career achievements include being promoted to manager after three Bachelor of Commerce (Accountancy) 2001 Franco Crapis years when it usually takes five or more years. I Kanahooka High School Commonwealth Bank of Australia/Colonial graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce with Bachelor of Commerce 1996 merit, majoring in Accountancy and Finance in I was fortunate enough to receive a graduate Corrimal High School 1997. I chose the University of Wollongong position with CBA after attaining a Bachelor of because of its location; its reputation; and it Commerce (Industrial Relations and I graduated from a Bachelor of Commerce had lots of grass and ducks! I am now Management) in 1999. In this role I was a (Economics and Finance) in 1997 and am now studying to become a Certified Financial Business Banking graduate – managing working at the National Bank. My current role Planner and have already completed a Diploma business clients’ portfolios. Since then I have as a Financial Planner involves aiding clients of Financial Planning (Distinction average) to received two promotions, which have led to my to meet their lifestyle goals. One of my career assist me towards this goal. In my life I have current position as a Research Analyst. In this achievements has been obtaining my ‘proper enjoyed travelling to 21 countries, including role I am involved in Career Assessment, 6

Succession Planning, Executive Development and Since graduating in 2000 with a Bachelor of I graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce Corporate Policy. Whilst at the University of Commerce specialising in Industrial Relations, (Accountancy) in 1999 and am now working Wollongong I benefited from learning in a relaxed I have been working for the Toyota Motor full time for a firm called KPMG. At KPMG I work environment and the high quality of teaching. Corporation Australia where my position is as a Chartered Accountant and am a Manager I would recommend the University to any Human Resources Officer. This is a generalist in the Business and Taxation Advisory Division, prospective student. The time that I spent there human resources role looking after 900 sales and specialising in GST implementation and were the best years of my life both from an marketing employees throughout Australia. In this compliance. I also work as a casual tutor for the academic and personal perspective. position I have gained project management skills University of Wollongong in the Commerce and implementation roles in two corporate department, and I am a workshop facilitator for Diana Naumoska the Institute of Chartered Accountants. It is my projects. In the future I would like to progress to a Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) ambition to move into a full-time position that human resources role with more responsibility includes teaching. I have found that employers Bachelor of Commerce (Industrial Relations and and an industrial relations focus. Management) 1999 look upon the University of Wollongong degrees Jennifer Todd-Wilson Illawarra Sports High School highly, as they are familiar with them. Toyota Motor Corporation Australia Victoria Vizi Bachelor of Commerce (Industrial Relations) 2000 KPMG I decided to go to the University of Wollongong Nowra Technology High School Bachelor of Commerce (Accountancy) 1999 because it is the best when it comes to Oak Flats High School Commerce degrees. I found the University to be technologically advanced, with a calming aesthetic exterior. Since graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) in 1998, I have worked as a Marketing Assistant for Next Media, who are the publishers of magazines such as RollingStone, PC Powerplay and Playstation. I am now a National Retail Marketing Executive for John Fairfax Publications (Fairfax Business Media). In this position I am in charge of national sales and marketing Diana Naumoska initiatives for the Australian Financial Review, Bachelor of Commerce Business Review Weekly, Shares, Personal Investor (Industrial Relations & Management) and Asset magazines. Matthew Prowse John Fairfax Publications Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) 1998 Woolooware High School

Sarah Edwards Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance) commerce statistics

Bachelor of Commerce average starting salary $39,400

First Major Occupation Employer Name First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Accounting Accountant RM Accountants Accounting Office Manager Online Labour Hire Accounting Finance Manager Department of Defence Accounting Accountant Price Waterhouse Accounting Accountant Macquarie Bank Accounting Economics Accountant Williams H'man Kean Accounting Accountant Banyule Council Accounting Finance Senior Accountant Nicols & Brien Accounting Accountant Brambles Australia Accounting Finance Accountant Ernst & Young Accounting Accountant Crispin & Jeffrey Accounting Finance Finance Graduate Qantas Airlines Accounting Mgmt Accountant IAG Accounting Finance Finance Graduate Westpac Accounting Accountant Stockford Accounting Finance Accountant Area Health Service Accounting Bookkeeper Tait Miller Mcintyre Accounting Finance Dept Manager Big W Accounting Financial Accounting Finance Accountant KPMG Accountant Cleanaway Accounting Ind Relations Financial Accountant TNT Australia Accounting Bookkeeper ITEC Accounting Legal Studies Accountant Jones Condon Accounting Auditor NSW Audit Office Accounting Legal Studies Auditor KPMG Accounting Computer Field Accounting Management Credit/Risk Manager HSBC Bank Auditor Australian Tax Office Accounting Management Accountant G Fraser & Co Accounting Accountant ITS (Investment Tax) Accounting Marketing Financial Consultant BT Financial Group Accounting Accountant Byvan Pty Ltd Economics Para Planner Michael Langtree Accounting Accountant PK Port Corporation Economics Police Officer NSW Police Force AccountingMgmt Accountant IMB Economics Branch Manager Commonwealth Bank Accounting Business Analyst BHP Economics Information Systems Australian Comms Accounting Auditor Deloitte Touche Authority Accounting Accountant KPMG Economics Industrial Court Officer Attorney Generals Accounting Accountant Alan Morse & Co Relations Department Accounting Accountant Price Waterhouse Economics Industrial Analyst NSW Treasury Accounting Accountant Stewart Brown & Co Relations Accounting Auditor NSW Audit Office Economics Marketing Marketing Manager Flash Photobition Accounting Accountant Daley & Co Accounting Accountant Ernst & Young Accounting Financial Planner Stockford Accounting Accountant Solomon Smith Barney Accounting Accountant Brodie Long Groove Accounting Accounting Manager Daley & Co commerce statistics

First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name

Employment Marketing Marketing Relations Assistant Manager Commonwealth Bank Coordinator Pacific Dunlop Employment Marketing Trainee Hapag Lloyd Pty Ltd Relations Office Support/Admin Wesley Uniting Marketing Sales Manager Philip Morris Finance Financial Planner Zurich Solutions Marketing Customer Service Westpac Finance Accounting Trust Administrator Perpetual Trustees Marketing Sales Analyst L'oreal Luxury Products Finance Marketing Financial Consultant Zurich Marketing Account Manager Advanced Recruitment Human Marketing Sales Manager Austral Wright Metal Resources Management HR Support Officer Qantas Marketing Media Consultant Cinema Advertising Human Marketing Trade Marketing Douwe Egberts Aust Resources Industrial Marketing Hotel Manager Empire Hotel Mgmt Relations Support Services ANZ Marketing Systems Product Int'l Master Industrial Human Manager Publishing Relations Resources Marketing OHS Supervisor P & H Property Service Mgmt Project Support Trudeau & Assoc Marketing Super Officer Towers Perrin Ind Relations Legal Studies Processing Clerk St George Building Society Marketing Accounting Graduate Mortgage House Information Systems Management Electrical Engineer Industrial Instrumentation Marketing E-Commerce Customer Service Pitney Bowes Information Marketing E-Commerce Manager The Regent Sydney SystemsMarketing Analyst/Programmer Softech Computing Marketing Economics Finance Journalist Seven Network Management Lending Manager Wizard Mortgage Marketing Finance Customer Service Telstra Management Project Engineer Hatch Pty Ltd Marketing Management Admin Assistant Island Cliff Management HR Analyst Mercer HR Consulting Marketing Management Assistant Manager Liquorland Management Manager Heggies Bulkhaul Marketing Management Project Manager Aust Science Festival Management Industrial Member Service Marketing Management Account Coordinator S'ton/Ocilvy/Mather Relations Manager Aust Health Mgmt Group Marketing Management Sales Manager Kelloggs Australia Management Information Marketing Management Sales Consultant Telstra Systems IT Scan Interpreter Austrac Marketing Management Change Analyst Commonwealth Bank Management Marketing Sales Manager Kelloggs Marketing Management HR Advisor Credit Union Management Marketing Manager Berry Bakery Management Marketing Sales Analyst Toyota Financial Marketing Marketing Assistant Tab Limited Marketing Assistant Manager ANZ Bank Marketing Manager Beringer Blass Marketing Credit Analysis Hayes Personnel arts Humanities & Social Sciences

Kristy West Bachelor of Arts (Marketing & Communications & Cultural Studies) 10

• Communication and Media Studies • Aboriginal Studies • Asia Pacific Studies • Sociology • English Studies • Resource and Environmental Studies • Languages • Gender Studies • History • Science, Technology and Society • Philosophy • Politics

I now work for the Northern Territory Legal Aid I chose the University of Wollongong to study In this role I manage the NSW Commission as a Barrister and Solicitor, the Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Supplementary Services Program for the mainly in the field of Criminal Law and Cultural Studies) as it had a contemporary Commonwealth funded child-care services. Family Law. I completed the Bachelor of Arts approach to study. As a young university it Reema Saif (Philosophy) at the University of Wollongong, was not influenced by a heavy sense of and have since completed my Law degree in Commonwealth Department of Family tradition and conservatism as some Sydney Queensland. I chose to study at the University and Community Services based universities seemed to be. I am now a of Wollongong for its beautiful location, Bachelor of Arts (Japanese) 1997 moderate size and friendly atmosphere. In the Production Coordinator/Researcher for the Graduate Diploma in Arts future I would like to practice law at the Movie Network Channel. In this position I am Schooling in Bangladesh Northern Territory Legal Aid Commission or responsible for the management of the local the Aboriginal Legal Aid Service, and then production team. This involves booking crew seek employment as a high school or for shoots, liaising with film distributors, I chose the University of Wollongong for its university teacher. researching background information for star great location and way of life. In 1998 I interviews, previewing press kits, maintaining Anthony Hopkins completed the Bachelor of Arts degree, the tape library and relevant databases, and Northern Territory Legal Aid Commission specialising in Communications and Science, producing movie news segments. Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy) 1997 Technology and Society Studies. I found the Dickson College Kate Johnson degree to be extremely diverse in its content. Movie Network Channels After graduating, I worked at the Child Support Agency and Alternative Fuel Grants I currently work for the Department of Bachelor of Arts (English and Communication Excise, where my role involved running Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous and Cultural Studies) 1998 mediation, client and case management as Affairs in the area of Client Services. My role Engadine High School requires me to provide information to clients well as administering the Alternative Fuel on immigration applications, as well as Grant scheme. I was chosen from many to deciding on visa applications. I enjoy working I completed the Bachelor of Arts (Japanese) lead a project team in alternative fuel grants with legislation to help clients achieve their in 1997 at the University of Wollongong. The as well as administering time and motion goals. Since graduating with the Bachelor of University is located in an excellent area, it study to improve business processes. I now Arts (History) in 2000, I have also worked for has a good studying environment, and work for the Australian Tax Office as a GST the Department of Education in Thailand, everyone is very friendly. I feel that I Field Officer (Advisory and Audit). teaching conversational English to High School benefited from all the facilities the Ricky Ward students. I enjoyed the personal satisfaction of University had to offer, such as the Library, Australian Tax Office a good day’s teaching, and look forward to Sport and Recreation Centre, and the returning to the University of Wollongong to ongoing entertainment. It has everything a Bachelor of Arts (Communications and complete my Diploma of Education and student would require. At the moment I am Science, Technology and become a teacher. working as a Project Officer at the Society Studies) 1998 Cameron Jackson Commonwealth Department of Family and Bulli High School Department of Immigration and Community Services. Multicultural Affairs Bachelor of Arts (History) 2000 Corrimal High School • Communication and Media Studies • Aboriginal Studies • Asia Pacific Studies • Sociology • English Studies • Resource and Environmental Studies • Languages • Gender Studies • History • Science, Technology and Society • Philosophy • Politics

I found the University of Wollongong had a As a Social Educator for Jewish Care, I attracts up to 1000 applications each year. supportive environment for mature age promote the social integration of disabled Successful candidates are those who display students, as well as a beautiful campus. The people into society. Prior to this role, I worked a strong understanding of their chosen field flexibility of the Arts degree was of real for the House With No Steps as a Programme of study, and obviously possess the skills benefit to me. Students can plan their Support Worker, where I designed behavioural needed to do their job to the best of their studies to focus in a particular area. Arts has management plans for people with abilities. The University of Wollongong enabled the reputation for not being relevant or challenging behaviours. I chose to study at me to offer all this and more to my future specific enough, but if you plan well it can be the University of Wollongong for its great employer. My first position with Lend Lease very beneficial for future employment. In my reputation, and graduated in 1997 with a was as Assistant Marketing Manager in one of case, I studied for the Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Arts (Public Health and our largest shopping centres. Following this, I (Sociology and Legal Studies) and graduated Sociology). In the future I would like to return moved on to become the company’s Retail in 2002. I now work for ITC International in to university to study Psychology so I can take Analyst, where I worked closely with senior international development, where I assist in my career in disabilities further. management, analysing feedback and sales information, drawing conclusions and managing international aid projects. At the Patrick Duley presenting it in written and verbal reports. moment I am working on the Australia - East Jewish Care Timor Capacity Building Facility. In addition I Just over a year after leaving university, I was Bachelor of Arts am studying for the Master of International offered a position as the Marketing Manager (Public Health and Sociology) 1997 Law so I can fulfil my ambition of specialising of Charlestown Square in Newcastle, where I Kanahooka High School in human rights or humanitarian law. was responsible for completing the centre’s Fiona Baikie marketing business plan and implementing ITC International When leaving school, I faced the dilemma that all kinds of marketing activities, such as in- many students face. I found it difficult to centre events, catalogues, photo-shoots and Bachelor of Arts decide what degree and what career would TV commercials. Recently I transferred to Lend (Sociology and Legal Studies) 2002 suit me – which is natural when you’ve only Lease’s Sydney office to take up the role of Smith’s Hill High School just finished school. But when I read about the National Campaign Project Manager. In this University of Wollongong’s Bachelor of Arts role I am responsible for the planning and degree, I knew it was the best one to choose. It implementation of national campaigns across offered a wide range of subjects, which gave Lend Lease’s portfolio of shopping centres me the flexibility to get a taste of different around Australia. My University of Wollongong aspects of business. I was even able to degree, coupled with my industry experience choose from subjects outside the Arts faculty and position in a blue chip company has put like law and marketing. During my three years me in good stead to further develop my career with the University of Wollongong, we were in a broad range of marketing roles. encouraged to combine theoretical Kristy West components of the course with industry Lend Lease experience – with many lecturers and tutors assisting students to find internships and Bachelor of Arts (Marketing and work placement. In my final year of university, Communications & Cultural Studies) 1999 I applied for a position with Lend Lease’s Goulburn High School Graduate Recruitment Program, which Patrick Duley Bachelor of Arts (Public Health & Sociology) arts statistics

Bachelor of Arts First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name average starting salary $37,800 English Communications Media Assistant Optimedia English European Studies Chief of Staff Illawarra Newspapers First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Education English Teacher Grammar School Aboriginal Studies Manager Department of Education Industrial Department of Relations Politics Public Servant Employment Communications Staff Writer EMAP Australia Politics History Youth Dev Officer Council Communications Beauty Assistant Beauty Centre Sociology Psychology Supervisor Bi Lo Communications Production Editor Parliamentary Office Sociology Aboriginal Economics Assistant Manager J&D Restaurants Studies Student Support University of Wollongong Economics Legal Assistant IMB English Private Investigator Barrington Group Bachelor of Arts (Hons) English Secretary Law Firm First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name History Organiser NTEU Psychology Teachers Aide Autism Assoc of NSW English Journalist Fairfax Newspapers Psychology Client Service Officer Family & Community English Politics Project Admin ITC International Service Psychology Health Risk Mgmt Price Waterhouse Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Commerce Psychology Advertising Consult Pacific Access First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Sociology Comm Dev Worker Wollongong Council Industrial Communications Marketing Advertising Exec Adcorp Australia Relations Customer Service TAFE Communications Marketing Marketing Executive Leisure & Lifestyle Management Industrial Relations Organiser Trans Workers Union Communications Marketing Personal Assistant Neverjust Marketing Communications Politics Media Journalist Rename News Communications English Journalist/Reporter WIN TV Communications Management PR Officer NSW Police Service scienceDanielle Poirier Bachelor of Environmental Science (Land Resources) (Hons) 14

• Biotechnology • Environmental Science • Marine Science • Medicinal Chemistry • Biological Sciences • Chemistry • Human Geography • Physical Geography • Geology • Geosciences • Biotechnology • Environmental Science • Marine Science

I now work for the Institute of Biomolecular at INSTAAR, the Institute of Arctic and Alpine I entered university as a mature age Sciences, which is situated on campus at the Research, at the University of Colorado. student because I wanted to obtain a higher University of Wollongong. As a PhD candidate, Why did I choose the University of Wollongong? Not education. I had been through TAFE, having I perform research in drug design and also do only because it offered the degree I was interested completed an Associate Diploma in Applied some casual teaching. In the past I have worked in, but also the wide range of interests in the Science for which I received a State Medal. as a Technical Consultant for a major School of Geosciences presented a fantastic My TAFE qualification allowed me to get some multinational manufacturing company. In this opportunity to learn about the Earth’s advanced standing at the University of role I was in charge of resolving technical issues environments, both past and present, in the topic Wollongong but I also chose to do the Bachelor involved with the products, manufacturing of my choice! of Science degree at UOW because you problems, poisons scheduling and complaints. could choose a mixture of subjects, I even Simon Clarke I chose the University of Wollongong to study the completed a Creative Writing subject! All the Carnegie Institution of Washington Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry as the course students I knew that had graduated from UOW was unique to the University. In the future Bachelor of Science (Human and Physical had got a job straight away, and I was no I would like to finish my PhD within three years Geography) (Hons) 1999 exception. I first worked for the CSIRO division and then take up the international post doctorate Smith’s Hill High School of Molecular Science, but I now work for trail, then settle down in an academic job. Novogen as a Research Scientist, where I am responsible for managing a lab, tissue culture, Timothy Boyle The practical aspects of my UOW degree stood formulation, and cancer biology. Institute of Biomolecular Sciences me in good stead – even before I graduated. Julie Petkovich Practical work experience enabled me to have a Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry (Hons) 2000 Novogen Kirrawee High School full-time environmental consultancy job prior to finishing my degree (even though my marks were Bachelor of Science (Chemistry and Biology) 1998 not the best in the class). I worked for consulting Marsden High School, West Ryde My next career goal is to launch a project companies Coffey Geosciences and then URS, examining the biogeochemistry of Aepyornis, an specialising in contaminated site investigation extinct flightless bird from the island of and remediation, and travelled around Australia Madagascar, to determine when the bird became in those roles. I now work for the Sydney Olympic extinct and its role in the prehistoric Park Authority as an Environmental Officer – environments of Madagascar. Remediated Lands. My role is to manage consultants and contractors and provide environmental advice. I really enjoyed my At the moment, I am analysing stable isotopes in experience at UOW. It was a good degree, and I ancient eggshells, ancient teeth, and modern liked the location – and the four duck ponds! tree rings to learn more about how past and present ecosystems function. I have been Tim Cook performing this research at the Carnegie Sydney Olympic Park Authority Institution of Washington in my role as a Bachelor of Science (Geology) 1997 Laboratory Technician. After I graduated from the Sutherland Shire Christian School University of Wollongong with a Bachelor of Science (Hons), I also went on to do my PhD. This provided me the opportunity to work collaboratively with Gifford Miller in his laboratory • Biotechnology • Environmental Science • Marine Science • Medicinal Chemistry • Biological Sciences • Chemistry • Human Geography • Physical Geography • Geology • Geosciences • Biotechnology • Environmental Science • Marine Science

I graduated with a Bachelor of Environmental I have only just begun my career as a Scientific Journal of Biological Chemistry, my UOW degree is Science (Hons) in 1994 and a Masters of Consultant at Chemskill, but would not have got my proudest achievement to date. Environmental Science in 1996. I currently work the job without completing my degree at the Emma Millard for the Environment Agency for England and University of Wollongong. In this role, I am Institute of Molecular Biosciences – Wales as a Parliamentary and Government responsible for recruitment in the scientific University of Queensland Relations Adviser. This requires me to manage field, maintaining business relations, marketing key political issues that have major implications and sales in a technical field. Prior to this, I had Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry (Hons) 2001 for the environment, to advise senior managers been travelling and working abroad. I was Ulladulla High School on the handling of political relations, and to employed by the Department for Environment, provide political intelligence and information to Food and Rural Affairs in London as a Financial I work for the Sutherland Shire Council as an support and stimulate policy development. I also Officer, and was dealing with the Foot and Environmental Scientist within the coordinate our Political and Ministerial contact Mouth Disease Compensation claims that were Environmental Services Division and am programs, and look after our input into to be presented to the EU for reimbursement to responsible for determining Development government consultations, parliamentary the British Government. My ambition is to move Applications. At the moment, I am filling a questions, and evidence to parliamentary select up in to management, but failing that I could one-year secondment position as an committees. Prior to coming to London, I worked become a rock star, having practiced Flamenco Environmental Planner within the Strategic for the North Queensland Electricity Corporation Guitar in Spain with the experts! Planning Unit. and the Queensland Environmental Protection Jake Johnston Agency. Whilst employed with the Electricity I had a brilliant experience working for the Chemskill — scientific consulting, Corporation, I was responsible for ensuring that Department of Environment in the Tongan recruitment and training all environmental due diligence matters were Government as a volunteer on an AusAid appropriately managed. My career ambition is to Bachelor of Science (Biology) 2000 Program. Whilst in Tonga, my role involved staff lead a public sector organisation with Elderslie High School training and education, community responsibility for the environment such as an environmental education, and I also wrote an environmental regulator. environmental management plan. I am now doing my PhD at the Institute for Recently, I was in a project team that won the The University of Wollongong was an ideal Molecular Bioscience at the University of Planning Institute of Australia Award for choice for me. Coming from Sydney, I knew Queensland where I am studying the Excellence in Local Government Planning (2002) I didn’t want to live in Sydney, but wanted to structure-activity relationships of conotoxins from and I have also won the Local Government remain nearby. Wollongong was the the venom of Cone snails. I chose the University of Award for Excellence in Communications. This perfect solution. Wollongong because I really wanted to study was awarded for the State of Environment Medicinal Chemistry and the degree at the Chris Hauserman Report I authored in 1999. I hope to one day University of Wollongong had professional Environment Agency for England and Wales become a Commissioner in the Land and recognition by the Royal Australian Chemical Bachelor of Environmental Science (Hons) 1994 Environment Court, and to publish Institute (RACI). I also discovered that the teaching Master of Environmental Science (Hons) 1996 environmental articles in nature magazines. was outstanding! Pittwater High School The University of Wollongong has an I found the course was extremely hard but this excellent Environmental Science degree made achieving it so much more worthwhile. particularly because in the first two years you Along with having a paper published in the 16

are given a wide exposure to all aspects of and briefing papers; environmental research; I graduated in 2000 from the Bachelor of science to help focus your specialisation. and providing technical and policy advice for Environmental Science Honours degree, You also do an honours project with an external issues affecting the waters and catchments of having specialised in Life Sciences (Biology) and organisation that is equivalent to a NSW. In the future I hope to continue learning within two months was employed at URS ‘professional’ year. It is a real advantage to get and obtaining new skills and diversifying my Australia Pty Ltd. Environmental and Engineering this experience under your belt whilst you are knowledge of environmental issues and Consultants as an Environmental Scientist/ still studying! strategies for obtaining the best outcomes for Biologist. Since I have been working in the the environment. I also hope to undertake some Environmental Services Group, I have been Sally Perry postgraduate study in the future. involved in a wide range of projects. For the first Sutherland Shire Council Danielle Poirier nine months of my working career I worked on a Bachelor of Environmental Science NSW Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) court case for the Jervis Bay National Park. I (Land Resources) (Hons) 1996 have also been involved in the writing of various Bachelor of Environmental Science (Land Keira Technology High School Environmental Impact Statements, Reviews of Resources) (Hons) 2001 Environmental Factors, Statements of St George Girls’ High School Environmental Effects, Fatal Flaw Analysis and I completed the Bachelor of Environmental Species Impact Statements and have also Science Honours degree in 2001, specialising in worked with our senior ecologist conducting flora Land Resources. The major drawcard to UOW The University of Wollongong has a great and fauna surveys and writing ecological reports. was the 4th year Honours thesis conducted learning/studying environment. Studying for my There is much opportunity within the company to under the joint supervision of industry (my Bachelor of Science degree, I specialised in thesis was supervised by National Parks and immunology and cell biology. I found the work with the Site Assessment and Remediation Wildlife Service). This gives UOW graduates the academic staff were experts in their areas, Group and with the Environmental Engineers. I edge over other three year degrees because not teaching the most up-to-date skills and found the University of Wollongong unique, as only is there the experience with industry but techniques. Since graduating, I have worked with you meet a lot of people, and get to know them project management and research skills are two multi-national pharmaceutical well. The classes were never massive, the Uni developed and graduates can be awarded companies. For the first, Boehringer Ingelheim, I bar always so! My ambitions are to make a Honours based on their performance in years promoted cardiovascular, osteoarthritic and difference! I have been looking into some three and four of the degree. In addition, the asthma medications to general practitioners in environmental aid work in Africa and Asia. Sydney and Wollongong. I now work for the French UOW degree consists of a strong field Sophy Townsend company Sanofi-Synthelabo, promoting new component, which was attractive as well as URS Australia Pty Ltd beneficial. Currently I am part of the EPA’s new products to psychiatrists and pharmacists in Graduate Technical Trainee Program. The Sydney. I won the prize for highest sales in Bachelor of Environmental Science traineeship involves employment for two years, Australia in 2000. My ambition now is to develop (Life Sciences) (Hons) 2000 with three eight-month rotations into different into a marketing management role within the Port Hacking High School sections of the EPA. I am currently in Water pharmaceutical industry or related field. Science at Head Office in Sydney, after Vicky Stavroulakis rotating from Waters and Catchments Policy. Sanofi-Synthelabo My major responsibilities include providing Bachelor of Science (Immunology and responses and advice to industry and other Cell Biology) 1996 government agencies on environmental issues; St Mary’s College internal support through writing submissions • Biotechnology • Environmental Science • Marine Science • Medicinal Chemistry • Biological Sciences • Chemistry • Human Geography • Physical Geography • Geology • Geosciences • Biotechnology • Environmental Science • Marine Science

I graduated from UOW in 2001, and now have When I looked for a university, I knew I did not newly introduced threatened species act. the job I aspired to throughout my want to go to a concrete jungle, so naturally the Following this, I was a Ranger managing Bald undergraduate years. What more could I have University of Wollongong was my choice. In Rock and Boonoo Boonoo National Parks. During asked for from the University and the degree? addition, the University of Wollongong offered a my employment with NSW Fisheries, I was firstly a I am working for the Department of Land and four-year Environmental-science course that Fisheries Officer, patrolling Clarence River and Water Conservation, based at Wellington in included work experience with an external the Ocean, and then a Fisheries Management Officer, responsible for the management of NSW Central Western NSW. I am a Natural Resource company for my final year thesis. Since Commercial Estuary Fishery. Becoming a Officer, working on land use systems and graduating in 1999 with Honours and a Fisheries Officer has been one of my major sustainable farming. specialisation in Chemistry, I have worked as a achievements. Learning to drive boats, board research assistant for Wright Corporate Strategy, The Environmental Science degree was vessels at sea, and handle powers of arrest, as and for Illawarra Waste Management Board. I excellent, and gave me the opportunity for very well as go to court as a witness, has been a big am now employed by Cronulla Sewerage useful work experience during my final year. accomplishment. I now work for the Department Treatment Plant as a Level ‘C’ Production Officer The Faculty was highly supportive throughout of Land and Conservation (DLWC) as a Natural and am involved in such tasks as analytical my studies. Resource Project Officer (Compliance) ensuring data management, biosolids monitoring, During my Honours year I also did some work major water utilities comply with the conditions of program management, and reporting. with Resource NSW, which gave me good their water management license. I have also experience and valuable referees for future jobs. Megan Chipperfield (nee Pain) recently been seconded with DLWC to the analysis After completing my degree I worked as a Sydney Water branch where I have been assessing the Crown Landcare Coordinator for the Boorowa Regional Land/residential area interface for fire risk and Bachelor of Environmental Science recommending management options. Contrary to Catchment Committee, before taking up my (Chemistry) (Hons) 1999 how it reads, I haven’t always worked non-stop current position. Inaburra School since graduating. I did take some time out to Daniel Wiecek have a wonderful experience backpacking Department of Land and Water Conservation After graduating with a Bachelor of throughout South America for six months! Bachelor of Environmental Science Environmental Science (Hons) majoring in Sharne Ridge (First Class Honours) 2001 Biology and Ecology, I have filled a number of Department of Land and Water Conservation different roles with the National Parks and Kiama High School Wildlife Service (NPWS), and NSW Fisheries. Bachelor of Environmental Science For the NPWS, I was a Project Officer in the (Biology/Ecology) (Hons) 1995 Threatened Species Unit – writing policy for the Gilroy College, Castle Hill

Vicky Stavroulakis Bachelor of Science (Immunology & Cell Biology) science statistics • Biotechnology • Environmental Science • Marine Science • Medicinal Chemistry • Biological Sciences • Chemistry • Human Geography • Physical Geography • Geology • Geosciences • Biotechnology • Environmental Science • Marine Science

Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons) average starting salary $35,600 First Major Occupation Employer Name First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Biology Lab Technician BHP Biology Manager Looking Glass Design Biology Marketing Business Manager Pharmaceutical Bachelor of Environmental Science (Hons) Chemistry Lab Technician G M Laboratories average starting salary $36,300 Chemistry Chemist Sydney Water First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Chemistry Technical Officer BHP Environmental Environmental Airsafe Environmental Environmental Science Quarantine Officer Quarantine & Science Science Officer Laboratory Inspect Environmental Science Consultant New Environment Environmental Science Technical Assistant CSIRO Geology Info Provider Centrelink Geosciences Aboriginal Studies Research Assistant Indigenous Land Corp Environmental Science Environmental Technician Sydney Water Corp Geosciences Customer Service National Telecom Grp Environmental Human Science Environmental Scientist URS Australia Geography Ecology Herbarium Assistant Botanic Gardens Environmental Marine Science Comm Liaison Officer Wollongong Council Science Occupational HygieneBHP Physical Geography Assistant Manager Frank Tagg Environmental Science Bush Regenerator Urban Bushland Mgmt Bachelor of Science (Hons) Environmental average starting salary $33,900 Science Landcare Coordinator Boorowa Land Council Environmental Physical First Major Occupation Employer Name Science Geography Technical Trainee Environmental Biology Research Assistant University of Wollongong Protection Authority Chemistry Paint Chemist Wattyl Australia Physical Geography Graduate Officer Environment Australia Chemistry Chemist Alphapharm Chemistry Research Student University of Wollongong Bachelor of Medicinal Chemistry (Hons) Geology Geologist BHP First Major Occupation Employer Name Medicinal Chemistry Research Assistant Griffith University Medicinal Chemistry Assistant Scientist Sydney IVF creative

Lalita Lu Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing)/Bachelor of Creative Arts (Graphic Design) 20

• Creative Writing • Graphic Design and New Media • Performance • Sound, Composition and Production • Visual Arts • Creative Writing • Graphic Design and New Media • Performance • Sound, Composition and Production • Visual Arts

I chose the University of Wollongong as it had a I am currently a Graphic Designer for the I have also worked as a graphic and web Creative Arts Faculty and offered writing as an Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales. designer for Cathouse Hair and Beauty, and Skipp option that was not available at other In this role I work in the Exhibitions and Surfboards, Australia. Completing large jobs for universities. The Bachelor of Creative Arts Publications Unit, and am involved in designing valued clients has been rewarding. It is an (Creative Writing and English) gave me the temporary exhibitions, signage, flyers, marketing ambition of mine to gain enough experience to artsability to study across the various disciplines. I material, public program material, education warrant the creation of a design studio with am now a freelance writer and bookseller (also program material, etc for the properties and fellow designers. getting around to calling myself a poet museums managed by the Trust. I have also Paul Kelly occasionally). I have also worked at Diabetes worked for Our Agency, where I was in a team Auscape International Photo Library Australia as a Publishing assistant (1998-1999), responsible for real-estate advertising in children's book selling, participated in the campaigns. Whilst studying the Bachelor of Bachelor of Creative Arts (Graphic Design and Poets Union committee, and have been a Creative Arts (Graphic Design) degree at the New Media) 2000 member of a poetry troupe (Adelaide). My University of Wollongong, I found the faculty to Master of Creative Arts 2001 previous roles have involved working with layout, be small and caring. I feel that I benefited from St Gregory’s College distribution, administration, reading lots of kids the diverse student nationalities, beautiful books, getting involved in writers launches, surroundings and a supportive art scene in I chose the University of Wollongong as I was promotion, newsletters, sales to schools and Wollongong. I was also selected by a University able to study for a double degree in the areas I readings at festivals and arts applications. of Wollongong lecturer to take part in an held a strong interest in: marketing and My personal achievements have included archeological dig with the University of Sydney multimedia (Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of amongst others, participation in Readings at the in Cyprus for six weeks. My job was to draw the Creative Arts). This unusual combination gave Sydney and Adelaide festivals, publications of many artefacts that were uncovered by our team me the flexibility to explore what field of work the Fathoms (book of poetry), receiving the of diggers at the site. Philip Larkin Poetry Prize 1994, being named I wanted to be in by providing me with general Christina Fedrigo Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer of the Year knowledge and skills in both areas. It was Historic Houses Trust of New South Wales 1992, as well as being the School almost like a pool of information there for the Representative for Dymocks Books for SA in Bachelor of Creative Arts taking, from which I could draw invaluable 2001. My professional achievements include the (Graphic Design) 1997 knowledge in my continual quest to define my publication of my poetry in Australian Poetry Tara Anglican School for Girls perfect job! Journals 1998-2002, being Secretary of Poets I now work on my own. I am currently Union 2000/1999, being a workshop leader for undertaking full time study in Fashion Design Carclew Arts Centre SA 2001, as well as I graduated with a Bachelor of Creative Arts at East Sydney Fashion Design Studio whilst completing the Writing for Children Certificate (Graphic Design and New Media) in 2000, and simultaneously working as a freelance graphic Course 1998. It is my ambition to write a great the Master of Creative Arts in 2001. I chose the designer for various companies. The most recent Australian novel as well as win a book prize. University of Wollongong because I was company I worked for is definitely up there on interested in doing a Graphic Design degree that my favourites list! It is a television production Lucy Alexander offered a Visual Arts component as part of the company named aht( where my role was to Freelance Writer & Bookseller syllabus. I am now working for Auscape develop a completely new, more accurate brand Bachelor of Creative Arts (Creative Writing and International Photo Library as part of a freelance image for the company through stationery and English) (Hons) 1997 contract where it is my job to design and various print advertisements. My time there was Chevalier College construct an animated website. Since graduating very interesting in the sense that the ‘directive • Creative Writing • Graphic Design and New Media • Performance • Sound, Composition and Production • Visual Arts • Creative Writing • Graphic Design and New Media • Performance • Sound, Composition and Production • Visual Arts

creator’ I was working with was a huge that my real abilities were not being utilised. Wollongong because it seemed more real and inspiration and so creative. And the Although the course was viewed as a new facet down-to-earth than other universities, and best thing was that we both had similar design to the Faculty of Creative Arts, it is also unique offered innovative courses. I was even able to aesthetics, and this really allowed me to learn — a lot like creativity itself. I am now Art play in the Wollongong Symphony Orchestra so much. I have also worked for Rip Curl, Director for News Limited, and I work in whilst I was at university. My ambition in life is and travelled to Hiroshima on a 10-day conjunction with all major publications of News to have a career that is satisfying on a deep whirlwind trip to work on a presentation Ltd, such as The Daily and Sunday Telegraph, level, a job where I can utilise my life for the Global Mazda conference. All very The Australian and Weekend Australia. A major experiences and passions. I am considering rewarding experiences! achievement for me was simply finding undertaking further study, possibly another Lalita Lu employment in an otherwise highly competitive Bachelor degree in Psychology, and moving Freelance Graphic Designer industry. Since starting work there a year and a toward clinical, or even forensic work. half ago, I have also started my own freelance Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) Kumi Taguchi company, as well as continued studies in Bachelor of Creative Arts (Media Arts) 1999 Australian Caption Centre photography and the completion of AWARD Figtree High School school. In the future, I would like to find that Bachelor of Creative Arts (Design and unique groove which doesn't allow your work to Media Arts) 1996 Frensham School Since graduating in 2001 with the Bachelor of control your life. This would involve managing a Creative Arts (Graphic Design and New Media), successful agency/company. It should be remembered that the influence of family and I have worked for Ozlocal at Sutherland Shire I graduated with a Bachelor of Creative Arts friends can never be overlooked whilst Online Services as a Graphic Designer. In my (Theatre) in 1996, and am now the manager of attempting such important goals, such as a career I am pleased to have developed a large Dominie Drama where I am a licensor of plays range of well-known clients and a great degree. Don't allow your work/study to rule your and musicals. As a licensing agent I have portfolio. Eventually, I would like to work for life, but let it guide you to your dreams and travelled to the USA and UK to visit my myself or run my own design business. I chose ambitions may come to fruition. company's principal agents and publishers and to study at the University of Wollongong because Clayton Smith my day-to-day liaising with theatre companies it is a beautiful university. I liked the course that News Limited and schools throughout Australia ensures that was offered as it wasn’t just UAI based, so I was I'm never bored in my position! I enjoyed able to show my real work in an interview. Bachelor of Creative Arts (Graphic Design and New Media) 2001 studying at the University of Wollongong as Kirsten Smit Edmund Rice College there was an established sense of community Sutherland Shire Online Services that just does not seem to exist in the larger, Bachelor of Creative Arts (Graphic Design city based universities. I am still very close to and New Media) 2001 With a degree in Creative Arts in Design and many of the people I graduated with. Media Arts, I have worked as a researcher and Engadine High School/Menai High School Katherine Miles radio producer for the ABC, Triple J Radio and Dominie Pty Ltd the 7.30 Report. At the moment I am working I started the Bachelor of Creative Arts (Graphic for the Australian Caption Centre as Site Bachelor of Creative Arts (Theatre) 1996 Design and New Media) degree after being Manager, Nine Network. In this role I am Narrabundah College frustrated by reading employment pages responsible for the management of staff and requiring degrees and experience, and realising client liaison. I chose the University of creative arts statistics 22 • Creative Writing • Graphic Design and New Media • Performance • Sound, Composition and Production • Visual Arts • Creative Writing • Graphic Design and New Media • Performance • Sound, Composition and Production • Visual Arts

Bachelor of Creative Arts average starting salary $30,100 First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Creative Writing English Coordinator Mission Australia Visual Arts Marketing Marketing Assistant Leisure & Lifestyle Graphic Design Assistant Manager Hotel Graphic Design Administration Hans Ten Bruin Graphic Design Graphic Designer Online Services Graphic Design Graphic Designer Artist - Self Employed Media Arts Sales Person Antique Print room Music Sales Coordinator Warnes Chappell Music Secondary Teacher Anglican School Theatre Theatre Coordinator Theatre Services Theatre Lighting Operator Convention & Exhibit Centre Theatre Producer/Director Self Employed Production Visual Arts Teacher NSW Dept of Education Visual Arts Curatorial Assistant Wollongong Gallery Visual Arts English Flying Teapot Visual Arts Paramount Studios Props Maker/Dresser

Please note that the graduates above are a selection taken from three graduate destination surveys, they are only an indicative sample of all our creative arts graduates, and this list is not exhaustive. Bachelor of Creative Arts (Hons) First Major Occupation Employer Name Visual Arts Assistant Curator University of Wollongong Bachelor of Creative Arts/Bachelor of Arts First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Creative Writing English Grinder Eye Biz Theatre Communications Front of House Prince of Wales Theatre

Clayton Smith Bachelor of Creative Arts (Graphic Design & New Media) health & be

Kristie Favaloro sciencesBachelor of Science (Psychology) (Hons) 24

• Exercise Science & Rehabilitation • Indigenous Health Studies • Nutrition and Dietetics • Medical Science • Nursing • Psychology • Population Health • Exercise Science & Rehabilitation • Indigenous Health Studies • Psychology •

I currently work for Customer Care, an co-facilitator for children with a sibling who is I worked professionally overseas in the UK and organisation that provides 24 hour nursing in some way disabled. It is my ambition to help domestically I have worked with the Windgap assistance. I am employed as a Senior Registered people, particularly children and adolescents, Foundation as a Disabilities Support Worker, and Nurse, and I assist International travellers with and to become registered in NSW as a with the Sisters of Charity as a Domestic medical conditions, as well as travel overseas to practising Psychologist. Violence Worker. My ambition now is to keep bring patients back to Australia. In this position I working towards becoming a registered Stephanie Cairns have flown to every major country and quite a few psychologist. With the experience I have Anglicare others, and am in the process of completing my obtained and my UOW degree, I definitely have a Diploma in Aviation Nursing. Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) / competitive edge. I was attracted to UOW by its Graduate Diploma in Applied Psychology 2002 reputation and the great campus, and was Prior to Customer Care, I have worked in the St Mary Star of the Sea College certainly not disappointed. I am proud of my Prince of Wales Intensive Care Unit, and the undergraduate degree from Wollongong. Royal Brisbane Hospital Intensive Care Unit, taking care of ventilated, critically ill patients. Janine Di-Masi After gaining the qualifications of Bachelor of Department of Community Services My next goal is to complete a business diploma Science and Master of Science (Exercise and move into a management role within the Rehabilitation), I have started my own business Bachelor of Science (Psychology) 2000 company, hopefully in the next year. I chose to specialising in injury rehabilitation. The Shoalhaven High School study the Bachelor of Nursing at the University responsibilities of my work include performing of Wollongong because the institution had great massage therapy, exercise prescription, work facilities, and the degree provided more clinical conditioning programs, and injury assessments As a registered nurse, I carry out patient care experience than any other university. at work sites. In the future I would like to develop and education under the direction of a doctor. Physical Reality into a 5-10 person team of I can work in any ward of the hospital: medical, Michael Blackwell massage and injury rehabilitation therapists. surgical, emergency etc or even in the Customer Care I returned to the University of Wollongong to study community. It is my role to attend to the patients’ Bachelor of Health Sciences (Nursing) 1995 my Masters of Science as I needed more medical, psychological and social needs. I hope to become a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Edmund Rice College credibility when dealing with health care Paediatrics, as this is the area that I am most professionals. interested and enthusiastic about. I would also Ryan Ellmoos like to study post graduate law, as this will allow On completion of the Bachelor of Arts Physical Reality me to become involved in decision-making on (Psychology) degree, I received a $2000 medical boards in larger hospitals. Nursing will scholarship that assisted me in the research Bachelor of Science / Master of Science allow me to travel, and I hope to practice component of the Graduate Diploma in Applied (Exercise Rehabilitation) 2002 ehaviouraloverseas, especially in South America where Psychology. At the University I met some Waverley College medical care is needed. When I graduated high wonderful staff who are wonderful school in 1999, the University of Wollongong had Psychologists, as well as being warm, helpful just been elected University of the Year, so I knew and available. This year, I helped co-ordinate an My UOW degree has allowed me to work as a it was a uni dedicated to developing and information stall to help university students respected professional in a field where I really expanding as times change. Their nursing degree learn about mental health issues. Since make a difference to people’s lives. Currently, I also meant that I would be in the clinical setting graduating I have been working for Anglicare as work as a Child Protection Caseworker for the within four weeks of being at uni – this way I a group Department of Community Services. Prior to that could work out if nursing was for me. • Exercise Science & Rehabilitation • Indigenous Health Studies • Nutrition and Dietetics • Medical Science • Nursing • Psychology • Population Health • Exercise Science & Rehabilitation • Indigenous Health Studies • Psychology •

When I contacted the University I was always met I currently work for the State Rail Authority as providing individual and group therapy, as well with friendly helpful staff, so I was confident in an Injury Services Manager, managing a team of as facilitating integration between mental health the support from the nursing faculty. The 12 allied health professionals to deliver workers providers, and providing education and training University has such a wonderful reputation as compensation and heath services for employees. to multidisciplinary staff. In the future, I would like to establish my own private clinic and make being committed to research and student I am also the President of the NSW branch of a contribution to the literature on Anxiety development. As a result, employers know the Australian Association of Exercise and Sport Science (AAESS), where I lead State initiatives Disorders. I benefited from both the Bachelor of graduates from Wollongong come from an within our professional organisation. Psychology (Hons), and the Master of Psychology institute with high standards and resources to I graduated from the University of Wollongong in at the University of Wollongong, as they enabled ensure the students remain competitive and 2001 and have found that my qualifications of a me to establish links within the Illawarra up-to-date within their chosen field. Bachelor of Science and Master of Science, (through my practical work), which ultimately enabled me to immediately find a job in the specialising in Exercise Rehabilitation are the Christine Pecenka Illawarra. The University provided me with the most recognised in the country. The facilities, Prince of Wales Hospital knowledge, skills and expertise to be a competent people and staff at the University of Wollongong mental health professional. I was also fortunate Bachelor of Nursing 2002 were simply amazing. If I had the choice, I enough to gain a summer scholarship for Parkes High School would do it all again. research interests in Anxiety Disorders. Daryl Sadgrove Sonja Gluseska I started work in the London office of TMP State Rail Authority Illawarra Health Mental Health Services Worldwide Recruitment Agency after graduating – Bachelor of Science / Master of Science (Exercise in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science (Psychology Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) / Rehabilitation) 2001 and Management). I chose the University of Master of Psychology (Clinical) 2001 Randwick Boys’ High Wollongong as it has a beautiful campus and an Smith's Hill High School excellent commerce faculty. I even had the opportunity to study in the USA on exchange After graduating with a Bachelor of Science through the scholarship program. Whilst at TMP (Nutrition) and completing further study, I am The University of Wollongong has a relaxed I worked as a Recruitment Consultant, which now a grade two Dietician working for Goulburn learning environment, passionate lecturers and involved interviewing and placing candidates in Valley Health. Since leaving university I have also high quality materials and equipment. In the professional services firms. Now I am fortunate been a Community Dietician dealing with health Bachelor of Science (Psychology) degree, the enough to own my own business, ‘Katie Roberts promotion responsibilities at Yarrawonga District lecturers are very enthusiastic about what they Career Consulting’. As a Careers Consultant, Health Service. Whilst at the University of teach and have a strong focus on the student’s I advise students and individuals on suitable Wollongong, I found that the campus was a great learning, educational growth and development. career paths using psychological testing, as well place to learn and socialise in. At the University I received the Summer Vacation as conducting job search workshops for Research Scholarship and the Study Abroad graduates and school leavers. It is my goal to Robyn Valerius Scholarship. Since graduating in 2001, I have Goulburn Valley Health grow my business and help students identify worked for Telstra as a Human Resources suitable careers and courses, so that they will Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) 1997 Consultant, specialising in performance enjoy their work and secure a position. Finley High School management, succession planning, organisational design and development, as well Katie Roberts as organisational culture. Katie Roberts Career Consulting As a Clinical Psychologist for the Illawarra Area Kristie Favaloro Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Health Service, I establish and co-facilitate Telstra clinics for people with Anxiety Disorders and Management) 2001 Bachelor of Science (Psychology) (Hons) 2000 Borderline Personality Disorder. My role involves Woolooware High School St Patrick’s College health & behavioural 26 • Exercise Sciencesciences & Rehabilitation • Indigenous Health Studies • Nutrition and Dietetics • Medical Sciencestatistics • Nursing • Psychology • Population Health • Exercise Science & Rehabilitation • Indigenous Health Studies • Psychology • Bachelor of Nursing Bachelor of Exercise Science & average starting salary $32,700 Rehabilitation (Hons) First Major Occupation Employer Name average starting salary $38,200

Nursing Registered Nurse Nursing Home First Major Occupation Employer Name Nursing Registered Nurse RPA Hospital Exercise Science Early Action Manager Injury Mgmt Service Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Exercise Science Early Action Manager WIMS Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Exercise Science Case Manager QBE Insurance Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Exercise Science Early Action Manager Workplace Injury Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Nursing Registered Nurse Mayne Health Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics (Hons) Nursing Registered Nurse Prince of Wales Hospital Nursing Registered Nurse Sutherland Hospital average starting salary $37,000 Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service First Major Occupation Employer Name Nursing Registered Nurse Mayne Health Nursing Registered Nurse St George Hospital Nutrition Dietician Health Service Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Nutrition & Dietetics Community Dietician Area Health Service Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Nutrition & Dietetics Dietician Nepean Hospital Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Nursing Registered Nurse Prince of Wales Hospital Bachelor of Arts Nursing Registered Nurse Ramsay Healthcare average starting salary $30,000 Nursing Registered Nurse Royal Children’s Hospital Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name

Nursing Registered Nurse Private Hospital Psychology Manager Hotel Nursing Registered Nurse St George Hospital Psychology Management HR Assistant Dept of Public Works Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Psychology Italian Benefit Service Rep Towers Perrin Admin Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Nursing Registered Nurse Mayne Health Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Nursing Registered Nurse Ramsey Health Care Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service First Major Occupation Employer Name Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Psychology Psychologist Area Health Service Nursing Registered Nurse Area Health Service Nursing Registered Nurse St George Hospital Nursing Registered Nurse St George Hospital Bachelor of Psychology average starting salary $36,100

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Psychology Counsellor Drug and Alcohol Service health & behavioural 27 • Exercise Science sciences& Rehabilitation • Indigenous Health Studies • Nutrition and Dietetics • Medical Sciencestatistics • Nursing • Psychology • Population Health • Exercise Science & Rehabilitation • Indigenous Health Studies First Major Occupation Employer Name

Psychology Psychologist Rehabilitation Service Psychology Research Officer Drug/Alcohol Resource Centre Bachelor of Science average starting salary $41,300

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Exercise Science & Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist Peak Health Exercise Science Hydrotherapist Hospital Exercise Science Injury Mgmt Advisor Alliance Exercise Science Massage Therapist Exercise Sci/Rehab Centre Exercise Science Radiologist Nighthawk Radiology Health Science Case Manager Disability Trust Psychology Support Worker House With No Steps Exercise Nutrition Dietician’s AssistantChildrens Hospital Science Psychology Management Career Coordinator Right Mgmt Consult Psychology Management HR Officer Aust Health Mgmt Group Psychology Management HR Coordinator Nestle Australia Psychology Management Customer Service The Cobra Group Psychology Management Recruitment Consult TMP Worldwide Bachelor of Science (Hons) average starting salary $51,000

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Exercise Science Exercise Physiologist Health Club Psychology Management Receptionist Forbes HR Bachelor of Health Science

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Indigenous Health Team Manager Area Health Service

Ryan Ellmoos Bachelor of Science/Master of Science (Exercise Rehabilitation) education Blake Beattie Bachelor of Education (PDHPE) • Early Childhood • Primary • PDHPE• Secondary • Early Childhood • Primary • PDHPE• Secondary – Maths & Science • Early Childhood • Primary • PDHPE• Secondary • Early Childhood • Primary •

I enrolled at the University of Wollongong in the My future goal is to become a professional Supervisor and Teacher includes teaching the Bachelor of Education (Primary) for the reputation Motivational Speaker and to travel the world children, and maintaining the daily operations of of the degree, its location and grounds, and the delivering motivational seminars. the centre. However, I was recently accepted into fact that I was selected to take part in the Blake Beattie the Department of Education and Training and Knowledge Building Community (KBC) program. Performance Partners am looking forward to a fresh start. I hope This program involved working closely with eventually to find a position teaching K-2 in schools in the community and helping them to Bachelor of Education (Physical and Health primary schools and to complete another degree, solve individual problems with the help of a Education) 1998 possibly my Masters. mentor lecturer. Having been apart of KBC, I feel I Newington College Elizabeth Eakin have developed an understanding of what I am Sydney Day Nursery entering, and have formed a great network with I chose to study the Bachelor of Education other people who took part in the program. Next Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood) 1999 (Primary) (Hons) at the University of Wollongong year I will be working for the Department of St Patrick’s College, Sutherland because of its reputation for having up-to-date Education and Training as I have been targeted for courses and excellent graduate results. I also a permanent placement. know that as a result of the course I am highly Since graduating with a Bachelor of Teaching Kerri Armstrong knowledgeable in literary education. At the (Primary) in 1998, I have been working with the Department of Education and Training moment, I am working at Bellingen Primary Department of Education and Training at Bachelor of Education (Primary) 2002 School, and have had my Honours thesis Thomas Acres Public School, Ambarvale. I recently Hurlstone Agricultural High School presented and published at the AARE trained as a ‘Reading Recovery Teacher’ which Conference 2002. involved me working with five individual children Zoe Dawson and developing strategies for reading and writing. I benefited from the great lecturers, social life, Bellingen Primary School I have also taught Kindergarten which was a very facilities and practical courses at the University challenging but enjoyable grade. I needed of Wollongong. In 1998 I graduated from the Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Hons) 2001 to continually plan and evaluate my teaching Bachelor of Education (Physical and Health Albury High School to develop appropriate programs for my students. Education). I am now working as the NSW I had initially deferred my studies (Commerce) Manager at Performance Partners, where I deliver I chose Wollongong because it was closer to and worked in law firms. Then I decided that training seminars and workshops to corporate home, offered excellent facilities, and supportive I needed something challenging, rewarding and clients throughout Australia, as well as staff. I am deaf in both ears. The support and varied, so I chose teaching at Wollongong! managing and marketing the programs. Prior to encouragement I received at UOW was I believe that the University of Wollongong this I worked as a Sports and Entertainment exceptional. My degree provides me with many equipped me for teaching, especially in the Director in a 5-star family resort in Vermont, USA. opportunities with a variety of employers: language area. I established good friendships and Some of my personal achievements include: childcare centres, preschools or primary schools. I really enjoyed attending uni! being a Member of the National Speakers also can take my studies further if I choose. I Association, gaining a Certificate IV in Workplace Sharryn Hill have recently completed a Bachelor of Special Assessment and Training, as well as currently Thomas Acres Public School Education via correspondence from Flinders completing my MBA. Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) 1998 University in South Australia whilst working. I Leumeah High School have been with Sydney Day Nursery since graduating. My current role as an Authorised 30

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I chose the University of Wollongong to study the best four years giving me a brilliant degree and a Since completing the Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Education (Physical and Health lifetime of memories and friendships. In the (Hons) and the Bachelor of Teaching, I have Education), as it has the best sporting facilities future I would like to retrain as a Primary teacher received a full time position with the ACT and integrated PE teaching degree. The course so I can have two degrees in a school setting. Department of Education. Whilst at the was unique as there were a large number of University of Wollongong I received the Sharna Kyle hours spent getting coaching qualifications and Cunningham/D’Souva scholarship as well as a Lake Illawarra High School a huge amount of time spent on pedagogy. When Faculty scholarship. I chose this University over I graduated I worked for the ACT Department of Bachelor of Education (Physical and Health others due to the friendliness and Education and Community Services as a PE Education) 2000 approachability of faculty staff, locality and teacher in a new Canberra School. However, my Lake Illawarra High School the amount of practical teaching undertaken. current job is with the NSW Department of Sport The University was an excellent place to study. and Recreation as a Program Officer. In this The human and material resources, such as I am currently working at Radford College after position I deliver a range of Outdoor Education the education labs and Curriculum Resource graduating in 2001 with a Bachelor of Education programs to school and community groups, such Centre, are a real asset. (Honours), specialising in Physical and Health as expeditions, kayaking, abseiling, bushwalking, Education. My role involves being a Physical Katherine Rainger ropes safety and rock climbing. The University of Education/Health teacher (years 7-11), Netball ACT Department of Education Wollongong was fantastic and the PE teachers Coach (winter season), Basketball Master-in- (lecturers) were very supportive. Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Hons) 2002 Charge (summer season) and Year 10 tutor. On a Bachelor of Teaching 2002 Belinda Funnell casual basis I have also worked for the Mulwaree High School NSW Department of Sport and Recreation Australian Institute of Sport as both a holiday Bachelor of Education (Physical and Health camp instructor and gym instructor at the public Education) (Hons) 2001 gym. I have recently achieved the Surf Bronze Colo High School Medallion and am completing a Masters of Educational Leadership. The University of Wollongong was my first choice Since graduating in 2000 with a Bachelor of as it is renowned for its educational degrees. The Education (Physical and Health Education), I staff and programs are of the highest standard have been working at Lake Illawarra High School. and will prepare you for future personal career As well as being a PE teacher, I am also a Year ambitions. I know that my employers are always Advisor, SRC co-ordinator, Sports organiser and looking for UOW graduates. Duke of Edinburgh Award Co-ordinator. I chose Louisa Peralta the University of Wollongong over other Radford College universities as it had the best reputation and PE degree. PE students are always well-received. The Bachelor of Education (Physical and Health University has a great environment, is very Education) (Hons) 2001 relaxing and has so many extra activities to offer. Illawarra Sports High School Studying at the University of Wollongong was the

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Bachelor of Education First Major Occupation Employer Name (Physical & Health Education) Primary Education Primary Teacher Christian College average starting salary $39,000 Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education First Major Occupation Employer Name Primary Education Teacher Catholic Education Office Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Bachelor of Education (Primary) (Hons) Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education average starting salary $39,800 Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education First Major Occupation Employer Name Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Special Ed Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Teacher Catholic Education Office Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Dept of Education Bachelor of Teaching (Early Childhood) Physical & Health Education Teacher Catholic Education Office average starting salary $32,832 Physical & Health Education Teacher Catholic Education Office First Major Occupation Employer Name Bachelor of Education Early Childhood Education Training Officer Training & Resource (Physical & Health Education) (Hons) Early Childhood Education Teacher Kindergarten Early Childhood Education Teacher Childcare Centre First Major Occupation Employer Name Early Childhood Education Special Ed Teacher Dept of Education Physical & Health Education Teacher Catholic Education Office Early Childhood Education Teacher Childcare Centre Physical & Health Education Teacher Private College Early Childhood Education Support Worker The Smith Family Physical & Health Education Program Officer Recreation Centre Early Childhood Education Teacher Childcare Centre Early Childhood Education Teacher Preschool Bachelor of Education (Primary Education) Early Childhood Education Teacher Childrens Services average starting salary $36,100 Early Childhood Education Teacher Primary School First Major Occupation Employer Name Early Childhood Education Teacher Special School Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) Primary Education Primary Teacher Catholic Education Office average starting salary $32,500 Primary Education Primary Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Primary Teacher Dept of Education First Major Occupation Employer Name Primary Education Maths Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Primary Teacher Catholic Education Office Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Teacher Anglican College Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Teacher Catholic Education Office Primary Education Teacher Dept of Education Primary Education Tour Guide Nomad Adventure Tour Electrical, Computer & Telecommunications Engineering Information Technology & Computer Science Mathematics & Applied Statistics

informaticsStephen Lee Bachelor of Information & Communication Technology (Business Information Systems) • Computer Bioinformatics • Computer Geoinformatics • Electrical Engineering • Telecommunications Engineering • Information and Communication Technology • Computer Science • Internet Science and Technology • Mathematics • Mathematical Sciences

When I graduated from the University of My current role is as Product Engineer for a I found the Informatics department to be Wollongong with a Bachelor of Information and software development project. The software works extremely supportive and focussed on their Communication Technology specialising in by categorising information in text warehouses, students achieving the best results possible. Business Information Systems, I started enabling easier retrieval of information. In Tania Jackson a graduate position with addition, my role involves working as a Unilever Australasia PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Regional consultant for clients of the system. I am the only Bachelor of Information and Communication Third-Level Lotus Notes Administrator. computer-qualified worker in the company, so I Technology (Business Information Systems) 1998 make a lot of decisions to do with IT provisions I am currently a Legal Assistant and Assistant Berkeley High School. for the company. Choosing to work for a small Technical Administrator for Allens Arthur company has meant that I haven’t obtained Robinson. This dual role includes assisting in the many awards, but the personal achievement is document management and database support of One day I want to be an Executive for Apple the praise that I’ve received from those I’ve discovery, case management and preparation, Computer Australia. For now I work for Denbigh worked with, and the level of trust placed in me court support for litigation, data room and International Pty Ltd as a Database Developer by the company and by our clients. I chose to database management for due diligence. and provide database maintenance and support study the Bachelor of Engineering (Computer) Furthermore, I administer a program called to clients. I graduated from the University of (Hons) at the University of Wollongong for the Ringtail Casebook which is a document Wollongong in 2001 with a Bachelor of Internet high regard of the degree and the availability of management tool used to assist in case Science and Technology specialising in Internet scholarships, one of which I obtained. It has the preparation and management. Commerce. Attending a UOW open day, best professional and enthusiastic educators. I discovered it had a great campus, and a strong Based on research and recommendations from Shane Day Industry connection. This coupled with the friends and family, I went to visit the University of reputation of the Faculty of Informatics made the Informed Sources Wollongong to see if it lived up to its reputation. decision of where to study easy. I wasn’t The beautiful surroundings and excellent Bachelor of Engineering (Computer) (Hons) 1998 disappointed. I thoroughly enjoyed the university facilities supported by a modern campus was Holder High School lifestyle, and was impressed that the University enough to persuade me to study at UOW. of Wollongong encourages employment of students into various positions on campus. The BInfoTech degree was developed with I currently work for Unilever Australasia as a innovation and flexibility in mind. In addition to Business Analyst. In this position I work on IT Paul Harper the individual recognition and support provided projects involving changes to existing systems, Denbigh International Pty Ltd by staff in the Faculty, the degree has equipped implementing new systems and supporting some Bachelor of Internet Science and Technology me with the necessary analysing, problem- business applications. My last job was with (Internet Commerce) 2001 solving and presentation skills required for Franklins in the IT Department, supporting the Macarthur Anglican School employment. UOW provided me with a significant in-store systems of the markets. In that role, educational experience and I feel privileged to I was involved in implementing and supporting have graduated from such a fine university. changes to current in store processes and One of the reasons I chose Wollongong University was the cadetship I won with BHP, which was Stephen Lee procedures. I was able to move into the IT based in Wollongong. The University’s close ties Allens Arthur Robinson industry after completing the Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology with BHP allowed for a balanced lifestyle. After Bachelor of InfoTech (Business Information degree, majoring in Business Information graduating, I gained employment with Credit Systems) 1999 Systems. I feel that I have gained from the Suisse, First Boston (a high profile bank) in Vaucluse High School University of Wollongong’s strong ties to industry London while on a working holiday. This role and the high profile Informatics department. provided me with the experience I needed to land my current role. As a Network Management 34

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Architect with CSC, I am responsible for the business and I feel that the skills I have I was fortunate enough to gain a Cadetship with design, implementation and support for developed from my business experience, such as BHP Information Technology to study the network management solutions for corporate decision making, financials and budgeting, Bachelor of Information Technology and clients. In the future, it’s my ambition to lead managing people, and maximising diversity Communication degree. I found the University of major technological projects in the IT field and within large organisations, will put me in great Wollongong to be on a great beachside location eventually enter management. stead to succeed at this. I chose the University of (out of Sydney) but with the same quality of Jarrod Howarth Wollongong because I grew up on the South Coast facilities and teaching. Since attaining my CSC (Computer Sciences Corporation) so I was able to stay close to my family and friends degree in 1998, I have worked at BHP as a whilst studying at one of the countries most highly Content Management Team Leader, Systems Bachelor of Engineering (Computer) 1999 regarded IT schools. A UOW IT degree is highly Analyst, and earlier on as a Support Programmer. Westport Technology High School regarded amongst employers, and facets such as At the moment I am working for Computer the Professional Experience quota of the degree, Sciences Corporation (CSC) as a Project Manager which only a couple of Unis offer, was another for a global deployment of content management Don’t underestimate yourself, once you are in the clincher for the course. I found the teaching staff software within BHP Billiton Petroleum. My role workforce there are virtually limitless in the IT department to be very responsive and also includes working as the Lead Content opportunities both within Australia, and overseas helpful to students, and the ‘industry practices’ Management Architect for CSC Australia. for someone with the correct degree and a little they taught proved to be extremely practical in my bit of experience. When I graduated with my Peter Veerhuis early years in the IT Industry. Bachelor of Information and Communication Computer Science Corporation Technology (Hons) degree in Business Systems, I Ben Hutchison Bachelor of Information Technology and started off at BHP Information Technology as a ANZ Banking Group Ltd. Communication (Hons) 1998 support engineer. Our unit was involved in Bachelor of Information Technology (Hons) Trinity Senior High School support and implementation of Windows NT, Business Systems Windows 2000 and Novell based infrastructure to Batemans Bay High School support the BHP business, and as we were the The Bachelor of Computer Science at the last line of support, all the problems ended up University of Wollongong gave me a strong with us! I now work for ANZ Banking Group Ltd as At only 24 years of age I am an Operations background in computer programming. I chose an Infrastructure Designer, which is a very varied Manager Information Technology at Aon to study there as it was close to home, has a role with high levels of business and technology Consulting. In this position I run the IT, desktop, beautiful campus, and is highly rated for IT. exposure. In this role, I take a business concept, infrastructure and support. Since graduating in Since graduating I have worked as a web such as delivering chip-based credit card reward 2001 I have also worked for both ITS at the developer, and have built web applications for schemes, or Internet banking, and I design the University of Wollongong and Infor Comp. I chose Hyperactive Magazine, Newscorp and Telstra. computing, business, operational, and support to study the Bachelor of Information Technology I am now working for Awebit in web architecture to enable the business needs. This (Business Systems and Electronic Commerce) as development, web hosting, software role has scope across all the bank’s systems, the University of Wollongong had the best IT development, and software/hardware sales. including e-commerce, ATM/EFTPOS systems, degree available (and still does!) I found my It is my future ambition to build a number of legacy mainframe and core banking applications. degree to be very diverse and interesting. companies not just in the IT industry but also Away from the office, I have played in a number of in a number of other fields. rock bands in Wollongong and Melbourne and am Barbara Kazepidis proud to be an entirely self-taught guitarist. Aon Consulting Matt Cochrane It was challenging but extremely rewarding Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Awebit learning how to play guitar by listening to the Systems and Electronic Commerce) 2001 Bachelor of Computer Science 1999 radio and tapes. One day I aim to run my own Holy Spirit College St Patrick’s College informatics statistics • Computer Bioinformatics • Computer Geoinformatics • Electrical Engineering • Telecommunications Engineering • Information and Communication Technology • Computer Science • Internet Science and Technology • Mathematics • Mathematical Sciences

Bachelor of Computer Science Bachelor of Engineering (Computer) average starting salary $42,400 First Major Occupation Employer Name First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Computer Engineering Engineer Connell Wagner Computer Science Assoc Programmer CSC Australia Computer Engineering Software Engineer Ringway Control Auto Computer Science Sap Consultant CSC Australia Computer Science Software Engineer CSC Australia Bachelor of Engineering (Computer) (Hons) Computer Science Computer Support WIHA Tools average starting salary $53,300 Computer Science Software Engineer Adaptive Technology First Major Occupation Employer Name Computer Science Programmer Kaz Computer Service Computer Science Appl Developer Pillar Administration Computer Engineering Systems Engineer CSC Computer Science Software Developer Qiksoft Computer Engineering Analyst Programmer CSC Computer Science Application Support ABC Computer Engineering Electrical Engineer Hatch Associates Computer Science System Administrator ANSTO Computer Engineering Electronics Engineer Oztek Pty Ltd Computer Science Software Development Attorney Generals Dept Computer Science Info Systems Analyst University of Wollongong Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) Computer Science Online Info Admin TAFE Computer Science Physics Software Engineer ECS International First Major Occupation Employer Name Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) Telecommunications Engineering Business Analyst Toll Logistics Telecommunications Engineering Telecomm Engineer Rail Infrastructure First Major Occupation Employer Name Corporation

Computer Science Analyst Programmer Macquarie Bank Computer Science System Administrator CSC Australia Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) (Hons) Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical) average starting salary $40,000 First Major Occupation Employer Name First Major Occupation Employer Name Electrical Engineering Engineer Panametrics Pty Ltd Telecommunications Engineering Engineer Alcatel Australia Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineer BHP Telecommunications Engineering Technology Spec Telstra Electrical Engineering Electrical Support CC Industries Telecommunications Engineering Engineer Vodafone Group Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineer Rail Infrastructure Telecommunications Engineering Test Supp Engineer GPC Electronics Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) average starting salary $53,300

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Bachelor of Information Bachelor of Mathematics & Economics and Communication Technology average starting salary $50,600 First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Maths Economics Research Economist Centre for International First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Economics Computer Science Sales Synnex Aust Computer Science Network Engineer Computer Sciences Co Bachelor of Mathematics & Finance

Info Systems Analyst/Programmer Pillar Admin First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Info Systems Legal Assistant Allens Arthur Robins Info Systems Network Engineer CSC Finance Maths Assistant Analyst AMP Info Systems Tech Support Consult QAD Pty Ltd Info Systems Info Tech Associate Westpac Bachelor of Mathematics & Finance (Hons) Info Systems Network Specialist Macquarie Bank average starting salary $37,300 Info Systems Project Manager T-Bone Productions First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Info Systems Computer Support University of Sydney Info Systems E-Commerce Internet Sales Rep National Telecom GRP Maths Finance Assistant Treasurer IMB Info Systems E-Commerce PC Support Area Health Service Maths Statistics Treasury Analyst AMP Info Systems E-Commerce Sales Consultant Compaq Computer Aust Finance Statistics Graduate Commonwealth Bank Info Systems E-Commerce Consultant Decode Logic Maths Finance Research Officer Australian Bureau of Stats Info Systems E-Commerce Systems Analyst P&O Ports Maths Finance Portfolio Analyst Reserve Bank of Australia Systems Busi E-Commerce Manager AVS Networks Statistics Finance Research Officer Australian Bureau of Stats Systems Info E-Commerce Network Admin P&O Ports Info Tech Info Systems Business Analyst Royal & Sun Alliance Info Systems Info Technology Asset Info Officer Eurobodalla Council Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (Hons)

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Info Systems Conference Coordinator Assoc-Payroll Specialists Info Systems E-Commerce Auto Tool Specialist IBM Global Services Info Systems E-Commerce Project Manager Infocomp Bachelor of Mathematics

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Maths Info Systems Investment Analyst AMP Statistics Statistician ATR Australia

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I am a walking, talking advertisement for the I chose UOW for its excellent reputation and wastewater engineering and an IEAust Illawarra University of Wollongong. Coming from Sydney, strong industry links. The teaching staff there are Division on campus. All these things added up, I found the learning and social environment excellent and I believe this is reflected in the making Wollongong a natural choice for me. fantastic. Now I tell all school leavers I meet that quality of the graduates. I am currently employed Mick Lo Monaco they should go to UOW! as an Engineer, working in the first renewable Sinclair Knight Merz energy trading scheme in Australia. My duties My engineering degree has provided me with include research and analysis within the Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental)/ interesting work opportunities. My first job in my renewable energy industry. Bachelor of Arts 2000 field was installing and maintaining pollution St. Patrick's College, Sutherland control devices in creeks. I now work for an My time at the University allowed me to engineering firm, Patterson Britton as a design participate in extra curricular activities and win engineer and a hydraulics resource engineer. It is the best performance awards in both third (2000) I work in the State Rail Authority’s Capital Works & a great place to work. and fourth (2001) years in Mechanical Rollingstock section, as a project manager Engineering. Lara Critchley delivering automatic trip gear programs for XPT Patterson Britton & Partners Christopher Kornek and Xplorer cars. I have also been the Project The Office of the Renewable Energy Regulator Manager of the new RIC NDFF wagons using the Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental) 2001 updated skills that I received from my further St Vincent’s College Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) 2001 studies at the University of Wollongong in Master Monaro High School of Engineering Practice (Materials Welding and Joining). One of the highlights of my time with the Since leaving university and joining the SRA has been the commissioning of a new air ride workforce, I have been able to compare the Some of my personal achievements include: UOW drivers seat for Intercity trains. Prior to working training I received through UOW with that of my Alumni Award (2001) for 'Outstanding Academic with the SRA, I had a position with Acoustic Logic engineering peers. The comprehensive nature and Achievement and Contribution to the University' Consultancy Pty Ltd as a project engineer working depth of the training I received has, it seems, and making the Deans Merit List 1999. on noise monitoring, site certification and awarded me a distinct advantage over that on I now work for an engineering consultancy, engineering drawing work. I will always be grateful offer from other universities. After I graduated, Sinclair Knight Merz, as an Environmental for my time at the University of Wollongong, with I worked for Air International Transit, which Engineer. My responsibilities include assessment its friendly environment and experienced teaching designs and builds customised air-conditioning of air quality and odour impacts within an staff. It gave me the chance to earn qualifications systems for trains, buses, mining equipment and environmental studies group. that are recognised all around the world. the defence industry. I am now Manager, I am currently undertaking professional Proposals Engineering for Stolway Holdings Pty graduate development with the Institution of Dragan Marijan Ltd, which designs and builds explosion-proof air- Engineers, Australia. I would like to achieve Rail Infrastructure Corporation conditioning systems for hazardous areas. Charted Professional Engineer status by end of Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) (Hons) 1999 2004. I chose to do my Engineering degree at UOW Aidan Donaghy Master of Engineering Practice (Welding and for several reasons: it enjoyed an enviable Stolway Holdings Joining) 2002 reputation (especially with the Australian Wollongong High School Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) 1998 University of the Year awards); and I was James Ruse Agricultural High School fortunate enough to receive the Meritorious Employers are looking for well-rounded engineers Scholarship for Engineering ($4000pa). I also liked – not those who can only recite theories. The the appeal of the campus and surroundings, best place to obtain these skills is at the which was close to home (Sutherland) for me. University of Wollongong. I know, because ringFinally, UOW also had a good emphasis on interviewers have told me! • Civil • Environmental • Materials • Mechanical • Mechatronics • Mining • Photonics • Medical Radiation Physics • Civil • Environmental • Materials • Mechanical • Mechatronics • Mining • Photonics • Medical Radiation Physics

Therefore it is not surprising that there are so The University of Wollongong open day really won encouraged me. The strong support from many engineering jobs advertised through the UOW me over. Coming from Wagga, I was looking for lecturers and students was significant in my Careers Service throughout the year. The employers the right course and somewhere cheaper to live studies and, I believe, unique to the University like UOW graduates because they are better at than Sydney. Once I was there, I discovered the of Wollongong. dealing with people, due to the large amount of benefits of studying at UOW included small The education I received at the University of group work involved in many projects, especially in classes, accessible lecturers and excellent Wollongong has been invaluable to me in my first engineering. Also, the problems assigned by research areas. I am now working as a research year in the workforce, not only giving me the lecturers are industry-based and relevant. I work as and development chemist at Wattyl Australia in technical knowledge I required, but also a trainee manager with State Rail, rotating Brisbane, developing innovative paint coatings for preparing me for a dynamic working environment. around different departments learning the whole industrial and marine environments. Prior to this Since graduating, I have been employed as a business, and helping implement projects. position, I worked for CCI Pope as a materials Graduate Mining Engineer with Coal & Allied Pty engineer in metallurgical consulting, failure Gordana Marijan Ltd. I have had the opportunity to develop skills analysis and quality assurance testing. State Rail Authority in short-term mine planning which involves both Peter Wenzke weekly and daily mine planning eg, shovel Bachelor of Engineering Wattyl Australia design, equipment scheduling, pit design (roads, (Mechanical) (Hons) 2001 drains, cabling etc) and pit infrastructure design Wollongong High School Bachelor of Engineering (Materials) 2000 (crib huts, storage areas, explosive magazines). Wagga Wagga High School During this time I have also been involved in a number of safety projects aimed at the If I needed proof of the value of my training at communication of safety procedures and auditing the University of Wollongong, it came when I I was inspired to study Mining Engineering when results to production crews. was appointed to the position of Project the Sub-Dean of the Faculty from the University of Supervisor of a major project following just one Wollongong visited my high school (Ulladulla). My most recent work has revolved around the year of professional experience. The project Although I studied predominantly humanities drill and blast area which has included drill involved the use of an innovative technology for subjects at high school, he explained that I could pattern design, blast design, weekly planning of the treatment of scheduled chemical wastes at still enter the course under the Faculty's shots, explosive forecasting, environmental Sydney Olympic Park. Having recently spent 18 Opportunity program. My first year was difficult, monitoring and drill coordination. I have also spent a period of time working on the shot with months travelling and working overseas, as I had a limited background in physics, the shotfiring crew. My career ambitions (after I now work for a major government department, chemistry and engineering science. I attended extra tutorials for maths and continued to studied completing the four year graduate program) as a project officer managing consultants and hard. As I progressed through my degree I gained initially involve an engineering position in a contractors engaged in environmental a better understanding of the discipline, being short term planning role followed by a period as assessments and remediation of contaminated named on the Dean's Merit List in consecutive a production supervisor after completing my sites. I chose to study at UOW because of the years, graduating with 1st Class Honours, and Open Cut Examiners Certificate. I would University's good academic reputation, receiving a Research and Development eventually like to move into a superintendent or excellent campus and easy access from my Scholarship for my thesis. The Opportunity managerial role. home (in the Sutherland Shire). program not only allowed me to gain entry into the Renee McCauley Luke Speechley course, but also provided me with support in Coal & Allied Pty Ltd those first difficult semesters. I was provided with Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental) 1998 extra tutorials and a mentor (an engineering Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) 2001 Kirrawee High School student in their third or fourth year) who Ulladulla High School engineering statistics • Civil • Environmental • Materials • Mechanical • Mechatronics • Mining • Photonics • Medical Radiation Physics • Civil • Environmental • Materials • Mechanical • Mechatronics • Mining • Photonics • Medical Radiation Physics

Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) Bachelor of Engineering (Materials) average starting salary $41,300 First Major Occupation Employer Name First Major Occupation Employer Name Materials Engineering Chairlift Operator Silver Star Ski Resort Civil Engineering Project Engineer Transfield Civil Engineering Land Dev Engineer Liverpool Council Bachelor of Engineering (Materials) (Hons) Civil Engineering Engineer MBK South Coast average starting salary $54,700 Civil Engineering Site Engineer Contractors First Major Occupation Employer Name Civil Engineering Structural Engineer Barnson Pty Ltd Civil Engineering Projects Engineer Shoalhaven Council Materials Engineering Manufacturing Engineer BHP Civil Engineering Engineer Plateway Pty Ltd Materials Engineering Process Controller BHP Civil Engineering Project Engineer Rail Infrastructure Materials Engineering Process Engineer BHP Civil Engineering Civil Engineer Shoalhaven Council Materials Engineering Technologist BHP Civil Engineering Project Engineer Rail Infrastructure Materials Engineering Process Controller BHP Corporation Materials Engineering Materials Engineer MM Kembla Materials Engineering Process Control Spec Aristocrat Tech Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) (Hons) average starting salary $39,000 Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) First Major Occupation Employer Name average starting salary $43,300

Civil Engineering Engineer Patterson Britton & Ptnrs First Major Occupation Employer Name Civil Engineering Engineer Roads & Traffic Authority Mechanical Engineering Estimator CSR Civil Engineering Civil Engineer Roads & Traffic Authority Mechanical Engineering Project Engineer Petrenee Civil Engineering Project Engineer Roads & Traffic Authority Mechanical Engineering Engineer UTS Sydney Civil Engineering Structural Engineer Taylor, Thomson, Whitt Mechanical Engineering Teacher High School Civil Engineering Civil Engineer P Roule & Associates Mechanical Engineering Graduate Austral Brick Co Civil Engineering Project Engineer LFC Contracting Mechanical Engineering Engineering Manager Tyco Services Civil Engineering Maintenance Service Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineer Hatch Associates Engineer Burwood Council Mechanical Engineering Design Engineer Richard Tamber Mechanical Engineering Design Engineer Camalco Aluminium Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental) Mechanical Engineering Design Engineer Frank Soddo & Assoc First Major Occupation Employer Name

Environmental Engineering Environ Engineer IT Environmental Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) (Hons) Environmental Engineering Engineer John Daley & Assoc average starting salary $45,000 Environmental Engineering Engineer Patterson, Britton & Ptnrs First Major Occupation Employer Name Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental) (Hons) Mechanical Engineering Maintenance Engineer BHP First Major Occupation Employer Name Mechanical Engineering Process Engineer BHP Environmental Engineering Environ Engineer Douglas Partners Environmental Engineering Project Officer Dept of Public Works engineering statistics 41 • Civil • Environmental • Materials • Mechanical • Mechatronics • Mining • Photonics • Medical Radiation Physics • Civil • Environmental • Materials • Mechanical • Mechatronics • Mining • Photonics • Medical Radiation Physics

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Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineer BHP Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineer BHP Mechanical Engineering Engineer BHP Mechanical Engineering Design Engineer Holden Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineer Qenes Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineer Turbosmart Mechanical Engineering Trainee Minister Anglican Cathedral Mechanical Engineering Development Engineer Memcor Australia Mechanical Engineering Engineer Frank Soto & Assoc Mechanical Engineering Part Manager Gunning Rural Supply Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineer Tyco Flow Control Mechanical Engineering Trainee Anglican Youthworks Mechanical Engineering Project Engineer Nepean Conveyors Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineer Ove Arup & Partners Mechanical Engineering Engineering Analyst Renewable Energy Reg Mechanical Engineering Engineer State Rail Authority Mechanical Engineering Engineer State Rail Authority Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) Average Starting Salaries $70,600

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Mining Engineering Shift Under Manager BHP Mining Engineering Mining Engineer Pasminco Mining Engineering Support Engineer ECS International Mining Engineering Mining Engineer Ben Galla Mining Co Bachelor of Engineering (Mining) (Hons)

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Mining Engineering Mining Engineer Coal & Allied Mining Engineering Mining Engineer Capcoal Management Mining Engineering Engineer Gillman Bros Mining Mining Engineering Technician Chesterton Australia

Luke Speechly Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental) law

Adam Mazzaferro Bachelor of Laws • Arts/Law • Commerce/Law • Computer Science/Law • Creative Arts/Law • Engineering/Law • Information and Communication Technology /Law • Mathematics/Law • Medical Science/Law • Science/Law • Commerce/Law

I completed the Bachelor of Arts degree and a I am a lawyer in the corporate and commercial award, and in 1998 I was awarded the Jamieson Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree in 2001. I department of Allens Arthur Robinson. As part Award by the Australian Federation of University chose the University of Wollongong because of of that department, my focus is on mergers Women. The award was for excellent university its beautiful campus, the relaxed atmosphere, and acquisitions, and capital markets. It has results and contribution to the community. its friendly nature, and the comparatively small been a great experience to date, including The University of Wollongong was my first class sizes. The close interaction with academic working on some of the largest transactions in choice as it was a Law Faculty that was ‘new’ staff was a unique benefit of my study at Australian corporate history – the dual listed when I started – so no ‘old school’ network Wollongong. My university achievements include company mergers of BHP/Billiton and rubbish! I also chose it for its environment - it being awarded the University Medal in Law Brambles/GKN. Most recently, I have been (2001) and gaining First Class Honours in Law working on the Goodman Fielder takeover has great facilities and friendly people. I feel I (2001). My career achievements include my response to the takeover bid by Burns, Philp & benefited from the practical components of the employment at the High Court of Australia as Company. Following my graduation and prior course, and the small class numbers that an Associate to Justice Michael Kirby, having an to joining Allens Arthur Robinson, I was allowed for greater learning and opportunity to article published in the latest Australasian associate to Justice Cohen of the NSW debate. I would recommend the University of Journal of Natural Resources Law and Policy, Supreme Court. Without doubt, the practical Wollongong to anyone! approach to legal training of the Faculty of and my forthcoming return to the University of Jane Diedricks (nee Anderson) Law at the University of Wollongong has been Wollongong as an Associate Lecturer in the Law Blake Dawson Waldron Faculty (2003). invaluable to my career. Bachelor of Arts (Politics) / Vijay Cugati Elisa Arcioni Bachelor of Laws (Hons) 1998 Allens Arthur Robinson Associate to the Honourable Birrong Girls’ High School Justice Michael Kirby AC CMG Bachelor of Science / High Court of Australia Bachelor of Laws (Hons) 1997 Bachelor of Arts / Edmund Rice College I completed the double degree, Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Laws (Hons) 2001 (Honours) – Bachelor of Law (Honours) in 1998 St Mary’s Star of the Sea College and my majors were Business Law and Politics. In 1998 I graduated with both the Bachelor of I chose the University of Wollongong because of Arts (Politics) and Bachelor of Laws (Hons) the location, its user-friendly campus, its open I’m currently employed as a solicitor in the degrees. Since graduating I have been space, the clean and modern facilities, and the Family Law Department of Kells The Lawyers employed as an Employee Relations Adviser small group based learning involved in the law and have published articles in the local paper with the Aged and Community Services degree. I feel that UOW graduates are more about family law. I chose the University of Association; a Senior Employee Relations Wollongong to study my Law degree due to its well rounded thinkers and people in general Adviser, and later promoted to the Employee reputation as a very good law school and than graduates of other universities because because I lived locally. My career ambition is to Services Manager with Sinclair Knight Merz academic staff encouraged lateral thinking. become an accredited Family Law specialist. (‘SKM’); and as an Employment Law Lecturer at The campus facilities also aided personal the University of Western Sydney. My current development with the number of open areas Tibor Csapo position is at the Canberra office of Blake and places available to mix and chat with Kells The Lawyers Dawson Waldron as Manager, Human Resources people, to meet new people and to soak up the Bachelor of Commerce (Accountancy) / (Canberra). Last year I was proud to be sunshine! Since graduating I have worked at Bachelor of Laws 1997 nominated by my employer (‘SKM’) for Telstra the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Edmund Rice College Business Woman (Young Woman) of the Year advising the Federal Government and 44

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developing a recommended policy to address Graduate. My major responsibility was being Besides being the most beautiful campus in the rights of children under International Law. second in charge in establishing Network Seven Australia, the University of Wollongong is also I’m now working as a corporate lawyer at and Associated Entities Privacy Policy in the friendliest with a diverse array of student Allens Arthur Robinson, a leading commercial accordance with the Privacy Act. I chose the nationalities. Its reputation as a producer of law firm providing full service for the University of Wollongong to study Law as I had successful, educated and groundbreaking Asia/Pacific Region. My role is to work on some heard of its enjoyable learning environment. students is growing stronger all the time. I feel of the most high profile corporate and business I feel that I have benefited from the practical proud to attend this institution and refer to it deals in Australia and overseas such as the component of the degree. as my home. I completed the Bachelor of BHP/Billiton merger. Some of my other Science and Bachelor of Laws in 1994, and I Adam Mazzaferro achievements include being the author of a currently work for the University of Wollongong’s Conway Leather Shaw Solicitors legal textbook published by Law Book Company Unicentre as an Academic Liaison Officer. In in 2001, on the topic of corporate governance. Bachelor of Laws 2001 this position I am responsible for ensuring that I’ve regularly presented at seminars and Marist College Kogarah Unicentre stock items and materials requested forums for business leaders and corporate by academia. At the moment I am also studying counsel and have backpacked across four Human Resource Management part-time, and continents for ten months! In the future I’m My current employer is the NSW Environmental I hope to eventually own and operate a aiming to become a strategic business and Protection Authority, where I work as a Solicitor. successful Human Resource Consultancy. legal advisor for a company with multinational My role involves working in litigation, doing Neil Webster operations, advising on corporate development court work and developing legislation and Wollongong Unicentre in developing countries. I’m currently studying regulations. A few years ago I was fortunate my Masters in Law and am hoping it will lead enough to work as a ParaLegal in the legal Bachelor of Science / me to this goal. department of SOCOG, where I helped to Bachelor of Laws 1994 Helen Horsington (nee Condon) prepare for the Olympic Games by reviewing Wollongong High School Allens Arthur Robinson contracts. I decided to go to the University of Wollongong for the size of the Law Faculty and Bachelor of Arts (Hons) / the classes it offered. Whilst I was studying Bachelor of Laws (Hons) 1998 there I took advantage of the expertise in Holy Spirit College Environmental Law and also of the International Exchange program, which allowed me to complete a year of my degree in a Since graduating in 2001 from the Bachelor of university in Canada. In the future I would like Laws degree, I am proud to have been admitted to practice law in a foreign country and become to the Supreme Court of NSW as a Solicitor, and an experienced advocate. to the High Court of Australia as a Solicitor. At the moment I work for Conway Leather Shaw as Jillian Walshe a Solicitor. My role involves acting for clients, NSW Environmental Protection Authority running litigation, giving court appearances, Bachelor of Arts / drafting agreements and doing transactional Bachelor of Laws (Hons) 1999 work. Before this I worked in the Network Seven De La Salle College Legal Department as a Legal Clerk/Law Helen Horsington Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Bachelor of Law (Hons) law statistics

Bachelor of Law Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Law average starting salary $42,200 average starting salary $42,200 First Major Occupation Employer Name First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Law Lawyer Freehills Solicitors Finance Law Office Assistant Mayfair Portfolio Law Solicitor Solicitors Law Indl Relations Law Clerk Verekers Lawyers Law Solicitor Solicitors Finance Law Accountant Ferrier Hodgson Law Solicitor Grace Conti & Associates Law Bus Dev Associate University of Sydney Law Solicitor Conway Leather Shaw Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Law (Hons) Law Legal Officer Attorneys General average starting salary $50,000 First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Bachelor of Law (Hons) Law Accounting Tax Consultant Greenwood & Freehill average starting salary $54,600 Law Indl Relations Solicitor Price Waterhouse First Major Occupation Employer Name Law Economics Lawyer Deacons

Law Solicitor Mallesons Stephen Law Solicitor Medical Lawyers Bachelor of Law/Bachelor of Science Law Solicitor Peedoms Lawyers average starting salary $42,500 Law Lawyer Deacons Lawyers First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Law Navy Lawyer Royal Aust Navy Law Chemistry Solicitor Heard McEwan Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Law Law Environ Science Solicitor Marsden Law Group average starting salary $46,700 First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Bachelor of Law/Bachelor of Science (Hons) Sociology Law Legal Officer IMB average starting salary $44,400 Politics Law Prosecutions Officer Public Prosecutions First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Law Philosophy Solicitor Watts McCray Law Envirl Science Graduate Price Waterhouse Law Physics Legal Officer Royal Aust Navy Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Law (Hons) Law Chemistry Lawyer Blake Dawson Waldron average starting salary $43,700 Psychology Law Law Clerk Chegwidden First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Bachelor of Maths/Bachelor of Laws (Hons) Italian Law Legal Assistant High Court of Aust First Major Second Major Occupation Employer Name Law Politics Legal Adviser NSW Treasury Law Communications Law Graduate M'Son Stephen Jaques Law Statistics Solicitor Watkins Tapsell Law Sociology Legal Associate AAT On the back cover (L-R): Tania Jackson; Luke Speechly; Janine Di-Masi; Stephen Lee University of Wollongong NSW 2522 Australia

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