Work placement a top priority

Despite the challenges of COVID-19, 13,227 of our students completed work placements in 2021. We are a leader in education leading to strong graduate outcomes and preparing students for the world of work. Our commitment to providing a strong and skilled regional health workforce was realised through a number of initiatives and industry partnerships in 2021.

Our School of Allied Health, Exercise and Sports Sciences (SAHESS) and Three Rivers Department of Rural Health collaborated with Westside Community Centre to establish a community-based podiatry clinic in Albury-Wodonga. The clinic provides our students with valuable hands-on experiences and clients with podiatry services they would not otherwise access. Three Rivers Department of Rural Health purchased and furnished houses for student accommodation in the Tumut, Temora and Cowra communities to support our students during their workplace learning placements. A total of $1.5 million was spent.