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Meet Hui from Hong Kong (SAR), studying Physiotherapy in Australia

UQ people
Published 22 Jul, 2026  ·  2-minute read

Hi, my name is Hui Kwan Lo (Barbie) and I studied Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours) at The University of Queensland.

What are some of your experiences with the Brisbane community?

I think Brisbane is a vibrant and friendly community with a lot of festivals and other events going on. Especially at South Bank, where there are fireworks each year for the Brisbane Festival. I love the markets in Brisbane as well. Just grab some food and listen to the music, or sometimes there's a chance to see some artistic performances.

What is the best thing about your program at UQ?

The best thing is that we have a relatively small group of students in our program and we have a lot of practicals, so we have the chance to discuss and ask our tutors and lecturers questions.

What advice would you give people from other countries about studying at UQ?

I think studying at UQ is a great opportunity for students. It opens the option for you to do research and meet many other people. The library resources are great, and you can book a room to study if you need your own quiet space.

What have you been able to achieve as a result of studying at UQ?

I have made a lot of friends. I also know more about physiotherapy and my career opportunities.

I also learned to be more open. I was quite shy and afraid to ask people for help if I didn’t know them. But now I know that it is OK to ask. If you need something, just ask and there is nothing to lose.

Interested in studying in Australia? Let us introduce you to Brisbane.

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