What can I do with a degree? A guide for curious minds
Posted on 10th Jul 2025 in Higher Education
As an IB student, you're already thinking globally, asking big questions, and exploring how knowledge connects across disciplines. But when it comes to choosing a university degree, it’s normal to feel uncertain. What if you don’t know exactly what you want to be? The good news? You don’t need to have it all figured out.
A degree isn’t just a path to a job, it’s a launchpad for discovery. Whether you're passionate about sustainability, fascinated by how the brain works or drawn to design and innovation, university study can help you turn your interests into impact. We've put together a giant list of careers you can pursue with specific degrees at UQ. We've also spoken with our recent graduates to get the lowdown on what they're doing now, what they love most about their jobs, and what their roles involve exactly.
Search careers by study area:
- Agriculture and animal science
- Architecture, design and urban planning
- Arts, humanities and social sciences
- Business and economics
- Communication, media and experience design
- Computer science and IT
- Education
- Engineering
- Environment
- Health and medicine
- Law
- Science and mathematics
At UQ, we believe that what matters most is curiosity. Ask yourself: What do I love learning about? What problems do I want to help solve? The answers to these questions can guide you toward a degree that fits not just your skills, but also your values and aspirations. And remember, your journey doesn’t need to follow a straight line. Many of our graduates find success in fields they never imagined when they first started university.
So, as you plan your next steps, don’t stress about having it all figured out. Instead, stay open, stay curious and trust that your IB experience is already equipping you with the skills and mindset to thrive—wherever your path leads.
Find where your future finds you here.