From Hotel Management in Taiwan to Nursing in Australia: My ECU Journey to PR
My name is Mei-Ling, and I’m a Taiwanese international student who turned a dream into reality. After graduating with a degree in hotel management in Taipei, I never imagined I’d end up as a registered nurse in Australia with permanent residency (PR) through the Subclass 190 visa. My journey began at Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Perth, where I completed the Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry) program. In this post, I’ll share how I swapped hospitality for healthcare, excelled as an international student, and secured a nursing career and Australian PR. If you’re a Taiwanese student or anyone curious about studying nursing in Australia, this story might inspire you! Why I Chose ECU’s Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry) Back in Taiwan, I worked in hotel management for two years after earning my bachelor’s degree. I loved the fast-paced environment, but something felt missing. I wanted a career with deeper impact—helping people directly. Nursing caught my attention, and Australia’s reputa...