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The Future Student Podcast

Choosing Your Uni 👍

The Future Student Podcast is the podcast for professionals who support prospective students on their journey to uni in Australia. Whether you"re a Future Students professional, school careers advisor, or a member of the careers/higher education ecosystem, the Future Student Podcast dives into the news, trends and people who make this industry just so impactful.

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00:07:42

Should You Take A Gap Year?

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/10/03

Should you take a gap year after high school? It’s a question thousands of students ask every year, and the answer isn’t always clear. In this podcast, Rob Malicki from Choosing Your Uni breaks down the real reasons to take a gap year (and the times you probably shouldn’t).We cover:✔ Why friends, independence, and travel can make a gap year life-changing✔ Why you don’t have to fear “missing out”, uni itself has amazing travel opportunities✔ When skipping the gap year makes sense (and how to know if

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00:05:39

Clouds, Code and a New Home: Aavash’s Leap from Nepal...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/09/25

When Aavash left Kathmandu, Nepal for Australia, he wasn’t just chasing a degree—he was chasing a feeling of home. In this conversation, he shares how Toowoomba’s crisp winters and breezy summers drew him to the University of Southern Queensland, and how a love of coding and community is shaping his future.Highlights from our chat:Why USQ stood out – From its top-400 world ranking to Australian Computer Society accreditation, Aavash explains the practical reasons behind his choice.From web to

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00:56:24

The Courage Bucket: How Anita Van Rooyen Helps...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/09/18

When Anita Van Rooyen tells you she used to be cripplingly shy, it’s hard to believe. Today she’s a dynamo of confidence—helping students everywhere discover their own courage and voice.I met Anita at a conference and was instantly struck by her energy. In this conversation she shares the turning points that took her from saying “no” to everything to becoming a sought-after coach transforming student lives. We talk about why courage comes before confidence, why words like “mental health” can push

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00:10:28

From Shy to Confident: How Notre Dame Empowers...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Blue skies, budding trees and the buzz of Open Day set the scene as Rob chats with two students—both coincidentally named Maddy—who are thriving at the University of Notre Dame, Sydney.Madi, a Bachelor of Arts student diving deep into philosophy and history, reveals how a teenage curiosity about “jobs for antisocial people” led her to archiving and, eventually, a love of big questions and academic life. Madison, a second-year nursing student, shares how Notre Dame’s supportive culture and practical

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00:48:52

Finding Your Own Path: How Dani and Amy Made Uni Work...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/09/05

What happens when life doesn’t go according to the script? For Dani and Amy, two student ambassadors at Southern Cross University, the answer is resilience, discovery, and finding purpose in unexpected places.In this episode, Rob sits down with Dani and Amy on the Gold Coast campus to hear their raw and inspiring journeys through uni. Dani’s story is one of second chances: after years in sales and marketing and overcoming serious health challenges, she returned to study social work in her late 20s

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00:07:26

Beyond Lectures: How Student Support Shapes the Uni...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/08/28

Picture this: the sandstone arches of Sydney Uni’s quadrangle are buzzing with students, the spring air is alive with chatter, and tucked away in a booth Rob sits down with Steph from the Student Life team. Most people think of clubs, societies, and late-night study sessions when they imagine uni life. But behind the scenes, there’s a whole world of support that can make or break a student’s experience — and surprisingly, most students don’t know it exists until it’s almost too late.In this episode,

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00:39:01

Cybersecurity, Dual Degrees & Student Life at Edith...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/08/19

What does it take to thrive in one of the fastest-growing and most in-demand fields in the world? In this episode of the Choosing Your Uni podcast, Rob Malicki heads to Perth’s Edith Cowan University to uncover the answer with Elliott, a current student of the Bachelor of Cybercrime, Security and Intelligence.Elliott’s story is as global as it is inspiring — with roots in Spain, Italy and England, he discovered his passion for coding early and, thanks to a high school teacher who nudged him towards

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00:22:28

Making Friends, Changing Degrees and Keeping Your...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/08/14

When MJ arrived at the University of New South Wales, she was full of optimism—and a touch of nerves.Like many new students, she wondered: How do I actually make friends here? (Spoiler alert: it wasn’t during lectures).In this refreshingly honest and insightful conversation, MJ joins Rob to share the ups and downs of her uni experience so far, from the awkward first weeks to finding her groove through clubs, hobbies, and a surprise love of salsa dancing. Along the way, she opens up about what it’s

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00:40:11

What Makes the University of Canberra a Great Place...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/08/07

From a small town in the Snowy Valleys to the bustling streets of Bangkok, students Gabbi and Lina took very different journeys to arrive at the University of Canberra — but they both found a place they could call home.In this episode, Rob heads to campus in Canberra to chat with two students — one current, one a recent graduate — about what it’s really like to study at UC. The conversation covers everything from degree choices to dumplings, and from gap years to on-campus jobs.Some of the

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00:17:28

From Law to French Cinema: Two Students, One...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/07/31

When Belle started at ANU, she was studying law. Today, she’s teaching a subject that once inspired her to switch degrees — and writing a PhD on girlhood in French cinema.Sophie moved to Canberra from Maitland, chasing a degree that didn’t exist in her local options. She thought Canberra would be all politicians and puffer jackets. What she found instead was lifelong friends, embassy internships, and more support than she ever expected.In this heartfelt episode, Rob sits down with Belle and Sophie

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00:10:22

Studying International Development - Advice and...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/07/24

In this episode of the Choosing Your Uni podcast, Rob sits down with Georgia, a uni student currently studying a Bachelor of International Development. But what makes this conversation special is that Georgia isn't in Australia at time of recording: she's in Fiji... as part of her international development degree!International Dev is a fascinating study area that opens up lots of doors. Find out more in this short chat!This podcast is brought to you by Choosing Your Uni – our mission is to

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00:11:21

Living on Campus: The Real Uni Experience (with...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/07/10

What’s it really like to live on campus when you start uni? Here’s what no one tells you.From the outside, living on campus might sound like something out of a movie — instant friendships, packed social calendars, and everything you need right at your doorstep. But what’s the reality?In this episode of the Choosing Your Uni podcast, Rob Malicki chats with Mackenzie, a university student and residential advisor (RA) at UTS, who shares the real highs and lows of living on campus — from awkward first

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00:35:37

What You Can Do with an Environmental Science Degree

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/07/03

From no passport to the Pacific: Mikey Dyer’s global journey in environmental scienceWhat if your career took you further than you ever imagined? In this inspiring episode of the Choosing Your Uni podcast, Rob Malicki sits down with Mikey Dyer — a University of South Australia graduate whose Bachelor of Environmental Science degree set him on a path from local fieldwork to international climate policy, carbon markets, and high-stakes negotiations across the Pacific.Mikey shares how environmental

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00:13:25

Studying Medicine at Notre Dame: Expectations vs....

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/06/26

Medicine sounds prestigious — but is it worth the grind? In this episode of the Choosing Your Uni podcast, Rob Malicki heads to Notre Dame’s Sydney campus to chat with Altamash and James, two current medical students, about what it’s actually like behind the scenes of a medical degree.Together, they unpack the highs, lows, and unexpected lessons of studying medicine — from imposter syndrome and long nights of study to learning from real doctors and developing clinical skills through problem-based

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00:07:07

Why Tom Chose Deakin—and What He Discovered Along the...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/06/19

What makes someone leave Tassie for a uni on the mainland—and fall completely in love with campus life? In this episode, Rob chats with Tom, a final-year Bachelor of Arts/Master of Teaching student at Deakin, about his move to Melbourne, his surprising academic discoveries, and what makes Deakin’s Burwood campus truly special.Tom opens up about:Settling into Deakin’s leafy campus (and how the vibe won him over)Making friends through on-campus res and mixed netballHis unexpected passion for

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00:33:34

Universities Should Be Doing More Of THIS (Inside the...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/06/13

When I first heard someone mention QUT You, I thought, “That sounds interesting…” But nothing prepared me for what I’d find when I looked into it.In this episode, I chat with Professor Gene Moyle—psychologist, former ballerina, and now the driving force behind one of the most exciting innovations I’ve seen in higher education in a long time. QUT You is a brand-new part of every undergraduate degree at QUT, and it’s designed to prepare students not just for their first job, but for whatever life

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00:38:18

From Dorm Room Dreams to Startup Pitches: Building...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/05/29

What if your uni campus was the launchpad for your startup dream? At UNSW, it just might be. In this episode, Rob and Marine dive into the world of student entrepreneurship with Victoria from UNSW Founders, exploring how students—from first-years with curiosity to founders ready to scale—can access funding, coaching, maker spaces and mentorship to bring their ideas to life.From female-led innovation through the New Wave program to industry-aligned accelerators and world-class pitch nights like the

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00:59:25

Turning Down $80K in Scholarships to Study Actuarial...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/05/22

What would make you turn down $80,000 in scholarships? For Arlene Janse van Rensburg, it came down to long-term thinking, personal values, and a university that offered more than just prestige. In this episode, Rob chats with Arlene about why she chose actuarial science at Curtin University over better-funded alternatives - and how that decision opened doors she never expected.From scoring four internships in four different industries to leading student clubs and studying abroad in Thailand, Arlene

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00:29:56

Switching Degrees, Studying Nursing, and Finding Her...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/05/15

What happens when you switch degrees, change universities, and say yes to studying in Rome—all within a couple of years? In this episode, Rob Malicki chats with Melina, a second-year nursing student at ACU’s Blacktown campus, about the power of following your gut, embracing change, and discovering your purpose along the way.Melina opens up about her unconventional path into nursing, why she chose ACU, and how the uni's smaller campus vibe and big opportunities—including international study and

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00:31:07

Keira’s Path to La Trobe: Finding Belonging, Purpose...

The Future Student Podcast ·

2025/05/08

What happens when you drop out of high school, get diagnosed with ADHD and autism at 21, and then discover your perfect degree? For Keira Plozza, that path led straight to La Trobe University and a deep love of anthropology.In this episode of Choosing Your Uni, Rob Malicki sits down with Keira to explore how she found her place—and her people—at La Trobe. From researching the unspoken rituals of the Melbourne Chess Club to studying the anthropology of witch hunts, Keira shares how university opened

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