Tutorial H-7 Inspirational Stories
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Michael – Landscape & Design Architect
Length: 10mins.
Learning Difficulty:
• Michael found writing and spelling difficult at primary school and was often described as ‘slap dash’.
• Michael struggled with tests and exams.
• Michael left secondary school to complete his secondary school education at TAFE
• Michael wanted to work for National Parks and decided to study Horticulture.
• He had to apply 2-3 times before he was accepted as a mature-age student into his Architecture course.
Support Received:
• Completed a Tertiary Orientation Program at TAFE in order to gain acceptance to a Horticultural Course.
• Applied to University as a mature age students with industry experience.
• Now receives support for his ideas from within the university from people who excel with Literacy.
Achievements:
• Completed Horticultural Degree.
• Has a Masters Degree in Landscape Architecture and Design
• Head of Department for Landscape Architecture & Design at a University.
Advice To Other Students:
• Look at other ways to gain the experience you may need as well as education.
• Surround yourself with people who can support your creative talent.
Includes: Student Weekly Review H1 – H7
