榴莲成人app下载

Achieving his dream is no mean feat. But, the University of Newcastle student is committed to overcoming any hurdles, and with the help of financial support through the University of Newcastle’s Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) postgraduate initiative for Indigenous students, it’s one less hurdle Kieran needs to jump.

榴莲成人app下载 of Newcastle’s Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) initiative for Indigenous students provides Australian Government-subsidised financial support across its full suite of postgraduate programs. This unique initiative ensures accessible and affordable access to postgraduate study for Indigenous students who are looking to further their career.

Following the completion of his Bachelor of Medical Science/Doctor of Medicine, Kieran is now a Resident Medical Officer at John Hunter Hospital. His next goal is to complete the Master of Traumatology program - a crucial step toward Kieran becoming one of the few Indigenous orthopaedic surgeons in Australia.

Kieran’s inspiring journey is credit to his hard work and determination. Kieran says, “I didn’t get the marks I needed at school to get into medicine. But the university’s Yapug and Miroma Bunbilla programs and support from the Wollotuka Institute really set me up for university. Without them, and without CSP, I wouldn’t be where I am today.”

“Originally, I thought I wanted to be a GP. But once I got into the program and started working in the hospital, I realised orthopaedics is where my passion lies,” said Kieran.

“CSP has helped me carry out the studies I need to become a surgeon. It’s streamlined everything. It’s a great initiative. It bridges the gap for students like me, who don’t have financial benefactors to help get through university. It’s made a real difference,” added Kieran.

With fewer than 10 qualified Indigenous surgeons in the country, Kieran’s path to becoming a surgeon is difficult and expensive – a barrier that often turns students away from studying medicine.

Now a new father, Kieran is balancing hospital shifts, postgraduate study, and making time for family life.

“It’s a massive juggle. Having some of the financial burden lifted by the CSP initiative has been a huge help. Everything costs these days, especially the exams and courses I need to take. This program is like a hurdle remover,” Kieran said.

University of Newcastle Vice Chancellor, Professor Alex Zelinsky said, “We’re very proud of our commitment to empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to succeed and thrive. With study options uniquely offered right across all our postgraduate programs, this initiative could be the next step in your career journey, no matter if you work in medicine, are a teacher or an engineer - there is place for you.”

“Kieran’s impressive journey shows the transformative impact of the CSP initiative for Indigenous students. It’s helping to shape the next generation of Indigenous leaders in medicine, just like Kieran,” said Professor Zelinsky.

“Our University has a long history as an innovator in educational outcomes and employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Being recognised as the sector leader of Indigenous student enrolments, with more than five per cent of our students identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, is something we’re very proud of.”

For more information about Commonwealth Supported Places for Indigenous students, visit: Indigenous Students CSP