My name is Phoebe Hanau and I am entering my second year of study towards my Bachelor of Education (Secondary) with my discipline subject areas in Home Economics and English. I am a full-time student studying online from my hometown, the Gold Coast.
During my final year of school in 2014, I knew I wanted to either pursue a career in teaching or fashion design. Not knowing exactly which pathway to choose, I decided to take a ‘gap year’ where I was fortunate to be able to work as a Home Economics Teacher Aide. This excellent opportunity provided the reassurance and inspiration to pursue a career in textiles teaching. This career combines my passion for fashion and desire to inspire the next generation of young designers.
Studying a very practical degree online was daunting at first, however my apprehension disappeared quickly upon commencement of the course. Over the past year of study, I have attended two residential schools in Rockhampton, as part of my Home Economics minor, and experienced a 20-day professional placement in a local Gold Coast school. These encounters have not only afforded me valuable hands on experience but have also enabled me to meet like-minded and inspiring people from all over Australia.
Studying online means I can centre my studies around my life. I like to stay on top of my work so I normally get most of my study completed early in the week thereby leaving me plenty of time to pursue my love for designing and creating. For the past three years I have entered in The Australian Wool Fashion Awards. Last year I entered in the Young Designer Category with my three-look collection selected as a National Finalist and showcased at the Awards in Tamworth. Nothing compares to the feeling of watching your designs on a National catwalk amongst the country’s best wool fashion designers.
I spend a lot of time imaging my life after Uni. I am excited for the day when I can inspire the next generation mimicking the inspiration bestowed upon me by my teachers and mentors at school and throughout University.
The best advice I can give to prospective students is make sure you consider all your study options. If I did not discover CQUniversity’s excellent and well-rounded Home Economics pathway I would be studying a degree that would ultimately not provide me with a straight forward path to my dream career.
For more information about the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) at CQUni, visit cqu.edu.au, phone 13 27 86 or visit your nearest CQUni location.
So pleased to see Phoebe thriving in her B Ed studies through Distance Education! Thank you for sharing your story Phoebe!
Thank you Ruth for your nice comment. Have a great day. Regards, CQUni, Flo