Two Indonesian postgraduate students have quickly taken QUT’s real-world ethos to heart.
Hasvan Murphy and Tri Sundari, both first semester Australian Scholarship Partnership recipients, are already thinking big about how they will apply their postgraduate studies when they return to Indonesia.
Sundari, who’s working towards a Master of Health Science, has her eyes firmly set on transferring her knowledge to benefit Indonesia’s health system.
She said QUT’s personalised and analytical teaching style is reaping dividends.
“We have a good relationship with our lecturer,” she said. “I’m getting real world knowledge, and I’m thinking how can I engage more when I go back to Indonesia.”
As a policy officer in Indonesia’s health ministry, Sundari is in a position to make a difference.
She said her studies, particularly the international health management units, will assist her to compare and apply the world’s best practices to health care in her homeland.
Hasvan Murphy is also confident his Master of Applied Finance program will benefit Indonesia.
When he returns home, Murphy said in addition to his full-time job in banking, he would like to use the knowledge he is acquiring to benefit others.
“These studies are increasing my self confidence,” he said, adding he’s now aiming to write articles for media outlets and journals. “Not only will I apply my skills in my job, I would like the chance to spread my opinion in the public [arena] so more people can benefit from my knowledge and experience.”
He’s also enjoying Brisbane’s affordable living and lifestyle, and would like to return to QUT in the future to pursue a PhD.
“I’ve had a good experience at QUT, and the people are friendly,” he said.
“When I return to Australia, returning to QUT is my first priority.” | 
