STUDY HEALTH AT DEAKIN: FAST-TRACK YOUR CAREER & MIGRATION OPPORTUNITIES AS A GEN Z
Thursday - 04/12/2025
Health-related fields are on the rise, as the demand for doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, laboratory technicians, and other specialists continues to grow rapidly. Salaries in the health sector have also seen a steady increase—reflecting the pace and dedication required in these roles.
This article discovers high-demand Health programs in Australia that are attracting international students to Deakin University – one of the world’s TOP 200 universities (QS World University Rankings 2026). We’ll also explore why Deakin University stands out, and how international students can benefit from the support of Deakin’s Representatives & Đức Anh EduConnect.
1. TOP HEALTH PROGRAMS AT DEAKIN UNIVERSITY
a/ Nursing
Deakin’s nursing programs are globally recognised for producing highly skilled graduates ready for the workforce in Australia and beyond:
- Ranked #15 globally for Nursing (ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024);
- High graduate employment outcomes for Nusing: 90% (Undergraduate) and 94% (Postgraduate);
- Accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) and approved by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA);
- Over 800 hours of professional placements start in first year;
- Cutting-edge clinical simulation centres mirror real-world healthcare settings;
- Projected job growth in the next 5 years:
- 44,600 new jobs for midwifery and nursing professionals
- 39,000 new jobs for registered nurses
- 2,600 new jobs for nurse managers
b/ Psychology
With increasing global awareness of mental health, psychology is a highly relevant and applied program. Deakin equips students with both strong theoretical foundations and hands-on experience:
- Ranked #3 in Victoria for Psychology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025);
- Ranked #1 in Victoria for graduate employment (QILT 2023);
- Fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)
- The only university in Victoria offering psychology majors at the undergraduate level;
- Over 12,600 new jobs for counsellors and psychologists expected in Australia by 2029
c/ Public Health
A timely and mission-driven field, Public Health is central to improving community wellbeing. Deakin’s programs are highly respected and professionally aligned:
- Ranked #43 globally for Public Health (ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2024);
- Ranked #1 in Victoria for graduate employment (QILT 2023);
- Eligible for accreditation from the following bodies: Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA), International Union for Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE), Australian Health Promotion Association (AHPA);
- Massive projected growth:
- 294,500 new jobs for community and personal service workers
- 57,800 new jobs for social and welfare professionals
- 30,100 new jobs for health diagnostic and promotion professionals
d/ Food and Nutrition Sciences
Deakin’s programs integrate science and health, training students to understand food from nutritional, clinical, and preventative health perspectives:
- Ranked #1 in Australia for Nutrition Science research (The Australian’s 2025 Research Magazine);
- Ranked #1 in Victoria for graduate employment (QILT 2023);
- Graduates are eligible for membership in leading bodies like: Nutrition Society of Australia (NSA), Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST),…;
- Food analysis and sensory laboratories are modelled on commercial facilities;
- Australia’s food industry is valued at over AUD 20 billion, with nutrition-related jobs expected to grow over 15% over the next 5 years.
2. WHY HEALTH STUDENTS CHOOSE DEAKIN FROM DAY ONE
- Located in Victoria – Australia’s healthcare hub with a dense network of hospitals, research institutes, and health organisations
- Industry-informed curriculum with professional placements start in first year;
- World-class simulation labs and nutrition/health research centres;
- Strong partnerships with hospitals, health agencies, and research centres lead to better job and internship prospects;
- 20% – 100% scholarship for international students.
📌 Explore your scholarship options with Đức Anh EduConnect – Deakin’s Platinum Partner in Vietnam at:
3. FREE APPLICATION SUPPORT FROM ĐỨC ANH
Duc Anh provides free support for your study abroad applications – including for Deakin University – ensuring your documents are well-prepared and professionally handled to maximize your chances of success.
Notably, the recipients of Deakin’s 100% scholarships in 2023 and 2025, Le Nguyen Khanh Tam and Nguyen Nguyet Minh, were both mentored by Duc Anh. Discover their stories [here].
We have supported:
- 99% of students in choosing their desired university;
- 80% of students in securing scholarships;
- 70% of students in finding employment and settling abroad;
- 98-99% of students in obtaining study visas.
We provide direct support for:
- Comprehensive assessment of student capabilities, helping to create a suitable study abroad roadmap
- Identifying scholarship opportunities and assisting students in preparing for competition.
- Directly applying for admission, scholarships, and study visas for students
- ACCOMPANYING students throughout the entire process from application preparation, applying for admission, scholarships, visas, arranging accommodation, airport pick-up, pre-departure guidance, dealing with illness, failing subjects, relationship issues…
- Consulting on employment and immigration for students
- Whatever you need, Duc Anh has it: study abroad consulting, employment consulting, immigration consulting, investment consulting…
For detailed advice on study applications, scholarship applications, student visas and related matters, please contact:
Duc Anh EduConnect
Hotline: 09887 09698, 09630 49860
Email: duhoc@ducanh.edu.vn
Website: ducanhduhoc.vn/
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